LIMITED TRAILS REOPENED TO PUBLIC AT EDDIE D. JONES PARK Caddo Parish, LA – Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation has reopened 80 percent of walking, bike and horse trails at Eddie D. Jones Park (8400 Mike Clark Rd, Keithville, LA). Trails were closed to the general public this summer due to storm damage in June that left hundreds of downed …
UPDATED LOCATIONS for Caddo Parish food distribution events November 18
CADDO PARISH COMMISSION TO HOLD PARISHWIDE FOOD DISTRIBUTION EVENT NOVEMBER 18 Caddo Parish, LA – The Caddo Parish Commission, in partnership with the Food Bank of Northwest Louisiana, will host drive thru food box distribution events at multiple locations across Caddo Parish on Saturday, November 18, starting at 9am and 10:30am. “We believe that it is important to offer …
Blanchard Latex Rd bridge to reopen; second bridge to close for replacement
BLANCHARD LATEX ROAD BRIDGE TO REOPEN; WORK ON SECOND BRIDGE BEGINS Beginning October 10, the Blanchard Latex Road bridge previously closed to construction in North Caddo will reopen to traffic. On October 12, the second bridge located on Blanchard Latex Road will close to allow the Caddo Parish Department of Public Works to begin bridge replacement work. …
Caddo Parks to host free disc golf clinic
CADDO PARKS TO HOST FREE DISC GOLF CLINIC FOR YOUTH AND ADULTS Caddo Parish, LA – Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation has joined forces with the Shreveport-Bossier Disc Golf Union to host a free Disc Golf Clinic on Saturday, October 14th from 10:00am – 12noon at Ford Park, 5784 S. Lakeshore Dr., Shreveport, LA. This clinic will cover the basics needed …
Call for artists for 2023 Art in the Park
Caddo Parish, LA- The call for artists is underway for the ever popular 2023 Art in the Park on Saturday, November 4 from 12noon to 4pm at Richard Fleming Park (7919 West Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71107). The event features all local artists from the Shreveport-Bossier area who take inspiration from the natural world. Celebrating art and nature, the …
Caddo Parks opens new disc golf course for citizens
Caddo Parish, LA – Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation has officially opened its first disc golf course at Earl G. Williamson Park, located at 11425 LA Hwy. 1, Oil City, LA. The nine-hole course is designed to promote physical fitness and provide opportunities to foster social activities and team building. “We are excited to continue our work to …
Robert Nance Park closed September 12-13
Caddo Parish, LA – Robert Nance Park (14770 Odom Rd, Hosston, LA) will be closed to the public September 12 – 13. Contractors will be sealcoating and striping the main boat launch parking lot. The park and boat launch will reopen back to the public on September 14. For additional information about Caddo Parish parks, trails, programs and services, …
Caddo Parks to replace channel markers on Caddo Lake
Caddo Parish, LA – The Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation Department will be replacing channel markers along the Louisiana side of Caddo Lake beginning mid-September. Caddo Parks will replace a total of 93 channel markers, install 179 new reflective bands, and replace 31 missing or damaged pilings. “The newly installed channel markers help ensure boaters can safely navigate …
Grace Anne Blake sworn in as new District 8 Caddo commissioner
The Caddo Parish Commission swore in Grace Anne Blake as the new commissioner for District 8 at its regularly scheduled work session meeting on September 5. Blake will fill the balance of the term remaining for the District 8 seat formerly held by Ronald Cothran, who withdrew his name from the District 8 race in conjunction with the race for …
Caddo Parish reminds motorists to travel safely during Labor Day holiday
The Parish of Caddo reminds motorists to travel safely and exercise safe driving practices while traveling during the Memorial Day holiday period (Friday, September 1 – Monday, September 4). All oversize and overweight vehicle movement on all Parish highways will be permitted through this time, and the Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Unit (CVEU) will be available. All permits will be available …
Caddo Parks asks citizens to refrain from outdoor fire usage at parish parks
Caddo Parish, LA – In an effort to protect citizens, first responders and the community from dangerous wildfires, Caddo Parish is asking visitors to Parish parks to refrain from any outdoor burning. This includes the use of grills, fire pits, propane burners and any type of open fire. Parish park sites include: Noah Tyson Park Robert A. Nance Park Earl …
Caddo Parish breaks ground on state of the art nature facility
Caddo Parish, LA – On Wednesday, August 30, Caddo Parish administration and the Caddo Parish Commission welcomed local officials and community partners to a groundbreaking ceremony for the new state-of-the-art Walter B. Jacobs Memorial Nature Center, to be located on the former grounds of the Walter B. Jacobs Memorial Nature Park in north Caddo Parish. “This project will transform …
Keatchie-Marshall Road bridge now open to traffic
The Caddo Parish bridge located on Keatchie-Marshall Road near Highway 169 is now open to regular traffic due to completion of the bridge’s replacement. The Public Works Department completed replacement of the bridge and conducted associated road improvements to ensure decades of durability and safety for motorists that utilize the bridge. ###
Parish of Caddo storm debris removal update
Caddo Parish, LA –The Parish of Caddo’s storm debris removal is nearly complete. Parish contract crews have completed two collection rounds and collected over 33,000 cubic yards of debris. Crews have started the final round of collection. Citizens are asked to report any remaining debris removal to the Parish’s public works department by August 30. Debris must be moved …
Caddo Commission partners with area leaders to provide assistance to citizens in need
Caddo Parish, LA – The Caddo Commission has committed to helping more Caddo Parish citizens in need as challenges have become apparent in the Silver Lake Apartments community. After discovering that residents were continuing to live in the complex with no water and basic utilities with no means to relocate, the Commission joined with other government agencies and non-profits …
Caddo Parks opens new cornhole courts in area parish parks
Caddo Parish, LA – Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation has officially opened 2 new cornhole courts at the following Caddo Parish Parks: Earl G. Williamson Park, 11425 LA Hwy. 1, Oil City, Louisiana Eddie D. Jones Park, 8400 Mike Clark Road, Keithville, Louisiana “Cornhole is one of the most popular recreational sports in America and we are truly listening to …
Earl G. Williamson public boat launch to be closed beginning August 10
Caddo Parish, LA – Beginning August 10, the Earl G. Williamson Park public boat launch will be closed for access to Caddo Lake. The park will remain open. “Safety remains our priority for the citizens of Caddo Parish,” said Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation Director Patrick Wesley. “We know that many of our citizens enjoy our boat launch, and these …
Caddo Parish storm debris removal update
Caddo Parish, LA – As of August 7, Caddo Parish Public Works has removed approximately 22,857 cubic yards of debris from the unincorporated areas of Caddo Parish. Crews continue to remove debris in Caddo Commission districts 8 and 9. Crews are on schedule to be complete within the target deadline of 45 days. The Parish is utilizing a new disposal …
Caddo Parish appoints new juvenile services director
Caddo Parish, LA – The Caddo Parish Commission approved the appointment of Andrew Randall, Jr. as the new director of juvenile services for the Parish of Caddo at the Commission’s monthly meeting on Thursday, August 3. Randall will oversee the functions of the department, including juvenile detention and probation operations, as well as working alongside the Caddo Parish Juvenile Court …
SLB announces hiring event in Caddo Parish
SLB JOB FAIR OPPORTUNITY Tuesday, August 15th 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Shreveport Convention Center, 2nd Floor SLB recently announced the creation of their SLB Shreveport Technology Center, located in Caddo Parish, which will build essential digital Infrastructure equipment. SLB is looking for motivated people to join their team and have openings for: Assembly and Test …
Commission urges citizens to report storm damage
Caddo Parish, LA – The Caddo Parish Commission wants to remind Caddo Parish residents to report property damage from last month’s storms. Citizens may still report damage to structures by visiting damage.la.gov and filling out a short survey, or by contacting the Caddo Parish Department of Homeland Security at 318-675-2255. Reporting property damage gives the Department of Homeland Security a …
Blanchard-Latex Rd bridge closure to begin August 2
BLANCHARD-LATEX ROAD BRIDGE CLOSURE DUE TO REPLACEMENT Beginning Monday, August 2 the bridge located on Blanchard-Latex Road in North Caddo will be closed to allow the Caddo Parish Department of Public Works to replace the structure. The Public Works Department will be replacing the bridge and conducting associated road improvements to expand commercial use of the bridge. These …
Walter B. Jacobs Nature Park closed until further notice
Caddo Parish, LA – Walter B. Jacobs Memorial Nature Park is now closed until further notice to the public after extensive storm damage. The facility and trails sustained significant damage from falling trees and limbs as a result of the storms that moved through the area in June. Based on the assessment of damage, the facility and nature trails …
Debris removal in Caddo Parish begins today (July 14)
DEBRIS REMOVAL FOR CADDO PARISH BEGINS TODAY (JULY 14) Caddo Parish, LA – Debris removal for unincorporated areas of Caddo Parish by the Caddo Parish Department of Public Works begins today (July 14). The Parish has contracted with KDF Enterprises to assist with the removal and disposal of tree limbs and other wood waste in unincorporated areas across the Parish. Residents are …
Caddo Parks and Recreation to host youth basketball camp July 24
Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation to Host Youth Basketball Camp Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation will host a two-day Youth Basketball Camp at the LSU-Shreveport gymnasium on Monday, July 24th for boys and girls kindergarten thru 4th grade and Tuesday, July 25th for boys and girls 5th thru 8th grade. Come out and improve your basketball skills, while having some fun! Legendary AAU basketball coach, Mike …
Prolec GE to host job fair for new facility expansion in Caddo Parish
Prolec GE is partnering with LED FastStart to host an in-person job fair to connect qualified candidates to opportunities for its electrical transformer manufacturing facility in Caddo Parish. The job fair will take place Wednesday, July 12, at the Hilton Garden Inn, 2015 Old Minden Road, Bossier City. The event will have two sessions, 9 a.m. to noon and 2 to …
Caddo Commission to hold parishwide food distribution event July 8
CADDO PARISH COMMISSION TO HOLD PARISHWIDE FOOD DISTRIBUTION EVENT JULY 8 Caddo Parish, LA – The Caddo Parish Commission, in partnership with the Food Bank of Northwest Louisiana, will host a food box distribution event at multiple locations across Caddo Parish on Saturday, July 8, starting at 9am and 10:30am. “The recent storms and outages in our community posed many challenges …
Clay Walker confirmed as new Caddo Parish Assistant Administrator
CADDO PARISH COMMISSION CONFIRMS APPOINTMENT OF CLAY WALKER AS ASSISTANT PARISH ADMINISTRATOR Shreveport, LA –The Caddo Parish Commission confirmed the appointment of Clay Walker as Assistant Parish Administrator of the Parish of Caddo at the Caddo Parish Commission’s work session on Thursday, June 22. “I am pleased to welcome Clay Walker as the Parish’s next assistant parish administrator,” said incoming …
Caddo Parish to offer additional free ice distribution sites
CADDO PARISH TO OFFER ADDITIONAL FREE ICE DISTRIBUTION SITES Caddo Parish, LA – The Parish of Caddo will host additional free ice distribution sites across Caddo Parish on June 20, in conjunction with the State of Louisiana and Caddo Parish Office of Homeland Security. Ice will be distributed on a first come, first served basis. The following locations will be …
Latest update from Caddo leaders on storm response
Latest updates from Caddo leaders on storm response CADDO PARISH, LA – State, parish, and city leaders took part in a Unified Command Group meeting today at the Caddo Sheriff’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness where they discussed response to the storms that impacted Caddo Parish on June 15 and the early hours of June 16. The following …
Press conference on joint storm operations today June 18
UNIFIED COMMAND GROUP TO MEET TODAY AND PROVIDE STORM RESPONSE UPDATES Caddo Parish, LA – The Caddo Parish Homeland Security Unified Command Group will meet for its daily operations meeting today, June 18, at 2pm. A press conference will immediately follow the conclusion of the meeting to provide updates on storm response. Citizens may view the live stream at facebook.com/parishofcaddo or facebook.com/LoveShreveportLA.
Cooling Centers open across Caddo Parish
COOLING CENTERS OPEN ACROSS CADDO PARISH The following cooling centers locations are now open to assist citizens who may need a place to cool off: Morning Star Baptist Church Life Center, 5340 Jewella Ave, Shreveport, LA This facility is now a 24 hr. overnight facility. Citizens can use this facility to stay overnight, exchange low oxygen tanks and/or plug in …
Caddo Parish to host inaugural “Girl You Got It” youth basketball camp
CADDO PARKS AND RECREATION AND FORMER WNBA STAR TO HOST INAUGURAL “GIRL YOU GOT IT” SUMMER BASKETBALL AND EMPOWERMENT CAMP Caddo Parish, LA – The Parish of Caddo is calling all area youth girl basketball players, ages 6-14! Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation will host its inaugural “Girl You Got It” Summer Basketball and Empowerment Camp on Tuesday, June 13th from …
2023 Parish Summer Event/Program Guide is now available
CADDO PARISH PARKS & RECREATION RELEASES SUMMER 2023 PROGRAM GUIDE Caddo Parish, LA – Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation Department has released the Summer 2023 Program Guide, highlighting fun and enriching opportunities for youth, adults, and families. From sport camps/clinics and community festivals, to nature education and crime prevention programs, citizens can find something fun, informative and healthy to do …
Caddo Parish to host community meetings on Walter B. Jacobs Memorial Nature Park improvements
PARISH OF CADDO TO HOST COMMUNITY INPUT MEETINGS ON WALTER B. JACOBS MEMORIAL NATURE PARK IMPROVEMENTS Caddo Parish, LA – Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation is seeking input from citizens across Caddo Parish on the new Walter B. Jacobs Memorial Nature Park improvements. Two community meetings will be held in Caddo Parish to allow citizens to voice their opinions and ideas. …
Caddo Parish Commission appoints Erica R. Bryant as next Parish Administrator/CEO
Shreveport, LA – The Caddo Parish Commission selected current Assistant Parish Administrator Erica Richard Bryant as the next Parish Administrator and CEO at the Caddo Parish Commission’s regular meeting held on Thursday, April 20. “We are pleased to announce Erica Bryant as the next Parish Administrator,” said Caddo Commission President Roy Burrell. “Mrs. Bryant brings a wealth of experience to …
TONIGHT: Caddo Parish Middle School track and field championships
CADDO PARKS AND RECREATION TO HOST MIDDLE SCHOOL TRACK AND FIELD CITY CHAMPIONSHIPS Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation, in conjunction with Raising Canes will host the Girls and Boys Middle School Track and Field City Championships on Wednesday, April 19th at Lee Hedges Stadium. Field events will begin at 5:00pm, followed by running events. This championship event will showcase the top …
Two Caddo parks closed due to rising water levels
CADDO PARKS CLOSED DUE TO RISING WATER LEVELS Caddo Parish, LA – After consultation with Cross Lake Patrol, the following Caddo Parish parks and respective boat launch sites will close (effective today) due to rising water levels: Richard Fleming Park – 7919 West Lakeshore Dr., Shreveport, LA Milton James “Hookie’ Cameron Memorial Park – 10599 Wallace Lake Rd., Shreveport, LA …
Adjusted hours for Caddo Animal Services April 10-14 due to facility upgrades
ADJUSTED HOURS FOR CADDO ANIMAL SERVICES DUE TO FACILITY UPGRADES Caddo Parish, LA – Caddo Parish Animal Services and Mosquito Control will be open to the public on an adjusted schedule beginning Monday, April 10 through Friday, April 14 due to facility wide HVAC and electrical upgrades. The facility will open from 8am – 1pm daily. During this time, citizens …
Parish of Caddo to host community housing forums
PARISH OF CADDO TO HOST COMMUNITY HOUSING FORUMS Caddo Parish, LA – The Parish of Caddo is seeking input from citizens across Caddo Parish on housing related issues. Several community forums will be held in neighborhoods across Caddo Parish to allow citizens to voice their opinions and concerns. “As the Parish works to develop sound housing policies and …
Parish of Caddo Administrator/CEO announces retirement
PARISH OF CADDO ADMINISTRATOR ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT Caddo Parish, LA – Dr. Woodrow Wilson, Jr. is retiring as Administrator and CEO of the Parish of Caddo after seventeen years in the role and twenty-two total years of service to Caddo Parish. Wilson made his announcement at the Caddo Parish Commission’s work session meeting on Monday. “I am grateful to the Commission members who …
Caddo Parks, community organizations joining forces to offer youth crime prevention programs
CADDO PARKS & RECREATION, LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES ARE JOINING FORCES TO OFFER SPRING & SUMMER YOUTH CRIME PREVENTION PROGRAMS Caddo Parish, LA – Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation Department, in conjunction with Caddo Parish Juvenile Services, Caddo Parish District Attorney’s Office, Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office, Project Celebration Inc. and the Kennedy Center are joining forces this spring and summer to …
Application period for Parish Summer Youth Worker Program opens April 2
APPLICATION PERIOD FOR PARISH SUMMER YOUTH WORKER PROGRAM OPENS APRIL 2 Caddo Parish, LA – Caddo Parish high school and college students are invited to apply for summer work opportunities with the Parish of Caddo. The Parish’s Summer Youth Worker Program provides job placement and vocational experience across Parish of Caddo departments and agencies. “We look forward to the summer …
Caddo Parks and Recreation to host basketball event honoring Devin Myers
CADDO PARISH PARKS & RECREATION TO HOST 2ND ANNUAL JR. NBA SKILLS CHALLENGE IN MEMORY OF DEVIN MYERS Caddo Parish, LA – Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation, in conjunction with Raising Canes will host the 2nd Annual Jr. NBA Skills Youth Challenge (ages 7-13). The event will take place on Saturday, April 1st from 9:00am – 12:00noon at the Huntington High School …
RADM Dion D. English to address Caddo Parish citizens at public meeting March 21
REAR ADMIRAL DION D. ENGLISH TO ADDRESS PARISH CITIZENS AT MARCH 21 MEETING Caddo Parish, LA – The Caddo Parish Commission will welcome Rear Admiral Dion D. English (RADM) of the United States Navy for a special meeting of the Veterans Affairs and Services Committee. The meeting will take place on March 21 at 10:00am in Government Plaza Chambers, 505 …
Caddo Parks and community fitness partners to host free Fitness in the Park event
CADDO PARKS AND LOCAL FITNESS INSTRUCTORS TO HOST “FITNESS IN THE PARK” Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation and local fitness instructors will host “Fitness in the Park” on Saturday, February 25th , from 9:00am – 11:30am at P.B.S Pinchback Park (7903 Jefferson Paige Road, Shreveport, LA). A variety of age appropriate health and fitness workouts will be demonstrated and offered for …
Leonard Rd Bridge to reopen to traffic February 21 at noon
LEONARD RD BRIDGE TO REOPEN TO TRAFFIC FEBRUARY 21 AT NOON The Leonard Road Bridge, located in southern Caddo Parish, will reopen to regular traffic Tuesday, February 21 at noon due to completion of the bridge’s replacement. The Public Works Department completed the replacement of the bridge and conducted associated road improvements to ensure decades of durability and safety for …
Caddo Commission to hold public meeting on redistricting updates
CADDO COMMISSION TO HOLD PUBLIC MEETING ON REDISTRICTING UPDATES Caddo Parish, LA – The Caddo Parish Commission is hosting an additional public meeting aimed at educating citizens on the redistricting process in Caddo Parish. A meeting will be held Wednesday, February 8 at 4pm at Government Plaza, 505 Travis Street, Shreveport, LA. To establish a fair and impartial process, …
Linwood Ave (south of Barron Rd) to re-open February 6
Linwood Ave. (south of Barron Rd) in the southern part of Caddo Parish will reopen to public traffic on Monday, February 6 at 6:00am.
Parish closures; sandbag distribution information for Parish of Caddo
PARISH CLOSURES AND SANDBAGS DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER Caddo Parish, LA – Sandbags will be available for Caddo Parish citizens as a result of inclement weather in the area. Residents may obtain sandbags at Caddo Parish Fleet Services (1701 Monty Street, Shreveport, LA) from 8:00am – 3:30pm. A maximum of 20 sandbags per vehicle is allowed. In …
Caddo Parish Commission selects Ronald Cothran as interim District 8 commissioner
CADDO PARISH COMMISSION SELECTS RONALD COTHRAN AS INTERIM DISTRICT 8 COMMISSIONER Caddo Parish, LA – The Caddo Parish Commission selected Ronald Cothran as interim Commissioner for District 8. Cothran will fill the seat left vacant by former Commissioner Jim Taliaferro, who was elected to the Shreveport City Council in 2022. The appointment was made at a special called meeting of …
Caddo Commission selects 2023 officers
CADDO PARISH COMMISSION SELECTS 2023 OFFICERS The Caddo Parish Commission selected its 2023 leadership at its first regular session meeting of the year on January 5. Commissioner Roy Burrell, District 5 was selected as Commission President. Commissioner John-Paul Young, District 4 was elected Vice-President, and Commissioner Stormy Gage-Watts, District 7 was selected as Parliamentarian. “I am honored to be selected …
Parish of Caddo holiday office closures
PARISH OF CADDO HOLIDAY CLOSURES Caddo Parish, LA – In observance of the holiday season the Parish of Caddo is observing the following office closures: Friday, December 23 – Monday, December 27 – CLOSED Friday, December 30 – Monday, January 2 – CLOSED The Caddo Parish Commission work session originally scheduled for Monday, January 2 has been moved to Tuesday, …
Caddo Parks education coordinator receives prestigious national award
Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation Education Coordinator Stacy Gray is the recipient of the National Association for Interpretation’s Master Front-Line Interpreter Award. The National Association for Interpretation (NAI) is the national professional certification organization that provides standards and professional training for parks and recreation staff that offer programs at nature centers, zoos aquariums and historical sites. Stacy is the first …
Restroom facilities to be closed at Caddo Parish parks as cold weather approaches
In preparations for the upcoming cold weather in the area, the following Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation park restrooms will be closed to the public Thursday, December 22nd – Monday, December 26th. Portable restrooms will be on-site at all mentioned park locations: Earl G. Williamson Park (11425 Hwy. 1.-Oil City, LA) Eddie D. Jones Park (8400 Mike Clark Road-Keithville, LA) Keithville Community …
Commission Announces Process to Fill District 8 Vacancy
The Caddo Parish Commission will hold a Special Meeting to appoint an interim commissioner for Commission District 8 to fill the unexpired term of Mr. Jim Taliaferro, who will resign December 30th after being elected to the Shreveport City Council. The meeting will be held January 12th at 4:30pm in the Chamber on the 1st Floor of Government Plaza …
Highway dedication to honor local community leader Carl A. Pierson, Sr.
Caddo Parish, LA – The Parish of Caddo will host a state highway dedication event for former Caddo Commissioner and longtime community leader Carl A. Pierson, Sr. The event will take place Sunday, November 20 at 1:30pm, at the intersection of Highway 173 (Ford Street) and Earnest B. Miller streets. Pierson began his career in public service as a teacher …
Caddo Commission to hold public redistricting meetings
The Caddo Parish Commission is hosting an additional round of public meetings aimed at educating citizens on the redistricting process in Caddo Parish. To establish a fair and impartial process, the Parish Commission contracted with Data Center, LLC to review and develop a model redistricting map for public input and Parish Commission consideration and approval. Throughout the development …
Parish of Caddo to host free workshop on misdemeanor expungement
CADDO PARISH TO HOST EXPUNGEMENT SUMMIT AND RESOURCE FAIR OCTOBER 14 Caddo Parish, in partnership with the Caddo Clerk of Court and other community organizations, is hosting a summit to educate residents on how to get misdemeanor records expunged from the public record. The Caddo Parish Expungement Summit and Resource Fair will be held on Friday, October 14 from …
Building damaged by hurricane set to reopen to local veterans
PARISH OF CADDO TO HOLD RIBBON CUTTING AND REDEDICATION CEREMONY FOR VETERANS SERVICE OFFICE Caddo Parish, LA – Veterans in northwest Louisiana can now receive assistance with their veterans benefits and services in a newly rebuilt facility, thanks to the Parish of Caddo. A ribbon cutting and rededication ceremony for the new facility will take place on Friday, October 14 …
Keithville park temporarily closed for upgrades beginning October 10
KEITHVILLE PARK TEMPORARILY CLOSED FOR UPGRADES Caddo Parish, LA – Keithville Community Park (12201 Mansfield Rd, Keithville, LA 71047) will be temporarily closed October 10th – October 16th while the Parish completes improvements to the park. “This temporary closure is a continuation of renovations and upgrades across our Parish park system,” said Caddo Parks and Recreation Director Patrick Wesley. “These improvements …
Parish of Caddo, Shreveport Symphony partner to host free community concerts October 1-2
PARISH OF CADDO AND SHREVEPORT SYMPHONY PARTNER TO HOST FREE WEEKEND OF COMMUNITY CONCERTS Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation is partnering with the Shreveport Symphony Orchestra to host a weekend of concerts October 1 and 2. All of the concerts are free and open to the public. The “Tiny Tot” concerts will feature the Shreveport Symphony Orchestra, performing themed music. …
Caddo Parish to hold free rabies and microchip clinic September 24
CADDO ANIMAL SERVICES TO PROVIDE FREE RABIES SHOTS AND MICROCHIPS The Caddo Parish Department of Animal Services and Mosquito Control is offering free rabies shots and free microchipping to pets with owners that reside in the Parish in an effort to protect the area’s pet population. The shots are free, but first come, first serve. Animal Services will be holding …
Caddo Parish reminds motorists to exercise safe travel during Labor Day holiday
CADDO PARISH REMINDS MOTORISTS TO TRAVEL SAFELY DURING LABOR DAY HOLIDAY The Parish of Caddo reminds motorists to travel safely and exercise safe driving practices while traveling during the Memorial Day holiday period (Friday, September 2 – Monday, September 5). All oversize and overweight vehicle movement on all Parish highways will be permitted through this time, and the Commercial Vehicle …
Parish of Caddo title sponsor of 2022 Shreveport Classic
PARISH OF CADDO TITLE SPONSOR OF 2022 SHREVEPORT CLASSIC Caddo Parish, LA – The Parish of Caddo is pleased to announce it is the title sponsor of the 2022 Shreveport Classic. Formerly known as the Red River Classic, the matchup began in 1911, and is returning after a hiatus since 2016. “We are excited to welcome the Shreveport …
Caddo Parish Wheelchair Ramp Assistance Program now accepting applications
CADDO PARISH WHEELCHAIR RAMP ASSISTANCE PROGRAM NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS Caddo Parish, LA – The application period for the Caddo Parish Wheelchair Ramp Assistance Program officially opened August 5. The program was introduced and approved by the Caddo Parish Commission in 2022, and is funded through generated revenue from a partnership with the Capital Area Finance Authority’s first-time homebuyers’ …
Caddo Commission to hold public meetings on redistricting process July 27 and 28
CADDO COMMISSION TO HOLD PUBLIC MEETINGS ON REDISTRICTING PROCESS The Caddo Parish Commission is hosting a series of public meetings aimed at educating citizens on the redistricting process in Caddo Parish. Every 10 years after the release of the U.S. Census, cities, parishes, school boards, and states redraw the lines for election districts to keep population equal on …
“Friday Night Live” events to cater to Caddo Parish youth, parents
CADDO PARISH DISTRICT ATTORNEY’S OFFICE AND UNITED STATES ATTORNEY’S OFFICE TO HOST FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE-YOUTH EMPOWERMENT EVENTS The Caddo Parish District Attorney’s Office and the United States Attorney’s Office will host “Friday Night Live,” youth empowerment events for area Caddo Parish elementary/middle, high school students and parents. These fun-filled, crime prevention events will be held on Friday, July 22nd …
“Taking it to the Streets” to provide mobile fitness, crime prevention for Caddo Parish youth
“TAKING IT TO THE STREETS” TO PROVIDE MOBILE FITNESS AND CRIME PREVENTION FOR CADDO PARISH YOUTH Caddo Parish, LA – Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation Department and the Caddo Parish Commission are “Taking it to the Streets” with a mobile pop up and play and crime prevention program designed to promote physical fitness and reduce crime within Caddo Parish …
Parish wide spay/neuter ordinance to go into effect July 1
PARISHWIDE SPAY/NEUTER ORDINANCE GOES INTO EFFECT JULY 1 Caddo Parish, LA – Parish wide spay/neuter legislation passed by the Caddo Parish Commission, designed to reduce the number of intakes and euthanasia of animals in Caddo Parish, goes into effect July 1. The ordinance, which was adopted by the Commission in 2021, requires most dogs and cats within Caddo Parish …
Caddo Parks, USA Boxing, local partners join forces to host boxing invitational
Caddo Parks, USA Boxing and Local Partners Join Forces to Host Louisiana Master’s Boxing Invitational SHREVEPORT, LA: June 27, 2022- Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation, in conjunction with USA Boxing, Title Boxing Club Shreveport, and Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport will host the Louisiana Master’s Boxing Invitational, July 9th – 10th at RiverView Hall, located at 600 Clyde Fant Parkway (Shreveport, LA). …
Juneteenth Celebration Weekend – June 17-19, 2022
A host of governmental, non-profit and local organizations are partnering to hold the first JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION WEEKEND, June 17, 18, 19, in downtown Shreveport. Read more about the schedule of events here!
June is National Mosquito Awareness Month
JUNE IS NATIONAL MOSQUITO AWARENESS MONTH Caddo Parish, LA – June and the summer months bring the yearly onslaught of mosquitoes and their bites to Caddo Parish. As June is National Mosquito Month, Caddo Parish Animal Services and Mosquito Control (ASMC) has tips to help you avoid the bites from these annoying pests. Standing water, bare skin and dark clothing …
Parish of Caddo reminds motorists to travel safely during Memorial Day holiday
PARISH OF CADDO REMINDS MOTORISTS TO TRAVEL SAFELY DURING MEMORIAL DAY HOLIDAY The Parish of Caddo reminds motorists to travel safely and exercise safe driving practices while traveling during the Memorial Day holiday period (Friday, May 27 – Monday, May 30). All oversize and overweight vehicle movement on all Parish highways will be permitted through this time, and the …
Caddo Parish earns national achievement awards for three parishwide programs
CADDO PARISH EARNS NATIONAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS FOR EMERGENCY RENTAL ASSISTANCE, NATURE AND YOUTH CRIME PREVENTION PROGRAMS Caddo Parish, LA – The Parish of Caddo has been recognized with three National Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo). The awards honor innovative, effective county and parish government programs that strengthen services for residents. “All across the country, counties are …
Buncombe Rd bridge to close for replacement beginning May 16
BUNCOMBE ROAD BRIDGE TO BE CLOSED FOR REPLACEMENT Beginning May 16, 2022, the bridge located on Buncombe Road in West Caddo Parish will be closed to allow the Caddo Parish Public Works Department to replace the structure. The Department will be replacing the bridge and conducting associated road improvements to ensure future decades of durability, safety and access …
Caddo Parks and Recreation to host free MLB and Jr. Home Run Derby competitions
Caddo Parish to Host MLB Pitch, Hit & Run and Jr. Home Run Derby Competitions Caddo Parish, LA – Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation, in conjunction with Captain Shreve High School, will host Major League Baseball Pitch, Hit & Run and Jr. Home Run Derby local competitions at Captain Shreve High School on June 8th at 6:00p.m. The event is …
Caddo Parks and Recreation partners with local NFL stars to offer free summer youth camps
CADDO PARKS AND RECREATION PARTNERS WITH LOCAL NFL STARS TO OFFER FREE SUMMER CAMPS Caddo Parish, LA – Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation is partnering with local members of the NFL to offer free training camps for Caddo Parish youth this summer. NFL safety, Brandon Wilson of the Cincinnati Bengals, in conjunction with Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation …
Keen Independent Study presentation to take place May 6
KEEN INDEPENDENT STUDY PUBLIC TOWN HALL Come provide input on the 2022 Caddo Disparity Study Town Hall on Friday, May 6 11:00 am to 1:00 pm CDT The Skybox at Independence Stadium 3301 Pershing, Shreveport, LA 71119 The Town Hall will include a presentation and public comment period Refreshments will be served About the Disparity Study Caddo Parish, …
Mosquito spraying begins in Caddo Parish; state of the art drone technology to be employed
MOSQUITO SPRAYING BEGINS IN CADDO PARISH; STATE OF THE ART DRONE TECHNOLOGY TO BE EMPLOYED Caddo Parish, LA – Caddo Parish Animal Services and Mosquito Control (ASMC) has officially started mosquito spraying season in Caddo Parish. ASMC continues to maintain public health and safety in the Parish as a critical priority. ASMC works to combat the mosquito population for …
Does the nature park staff pick up injured animals?
The nature park staff are permitted to care for injured vertebrates, but cannot pick up animals. The Caddo Parish Animal Control Department picks up injured animals and will transport them to the nature park if necessary. Caddo Parish Animal Services
Do you offer any type of recreational ball leagues?
The Parish sponsors an adult women’s basketball league.
Do you offer any summer programs?
The Walter B. Jacobs Memorial Nature Park pavilion serves as the site of a summer Earth Camp each year. The environmental day camp is sponsored jointly by the Parish of Caddo Parks and Recreation Department and Shreveport Green. Questions regarding Earth Camp should be submitted to the director’s office. Other summer programs available are listed under special events.
How do I register a boat on Cross Lake?
Contact the Cross Lake Patrol 2900 Municipal Pier Rd. Shreveport, La. 71119 Phone (318)673-7245
Do I need a license to fish off the pier at Earl G. Williamson Park?
A La. Fishing license is required to fish in any of the Parish parks that allow fishing. LADWF Fishing Licenses
What type of trails do the parks have?
Walter B. Jacobs Memorial Nature Park, P. B. S. Pinchback Park, Keithville Community Park, Greenbrook Park, and Stoner Hill Park have handicapped accessible asphalt paths. Walter Jacobs Nature Park has more than five miles of hiking trails. Eddie D. Jones Park has more than ten miles of mountain biking trails, five miles of horseback riding trails, and 1 ½ miles …
Are there any animals at the parks? If so, what kind?
Several of the Parish parks located on area lakes have native birds, mammals, and other animals that can sometimes be observed in the parks. The Walter B. Jacobs Memorial Nature Park has displays of native fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds and mammals used in educational programs, in addition to the native wildlife found in the park.
Is hunting allowed in parish parks?
Hunting is not allowed on any Parish park sites.
Can I reserve a park or parks site?
Parish park sites are available on a first-come-first-serve basis. Park patrons can request a permit to access the utilities, free of charge, via phone, email, regular mail, or fax (318) 212-0229. Reservations can be made for nature programs provided by the Walter B. Jacobs Memorial Nature Park staff. The Walter B. Jacobs Nature Park pavilion can also be rented, 4 …
Do any of the parks charge a fee or admission?
None of the Parish parks charge an admission fee. The Walter B. Jacobs Memorial Nature Park does accept donations to feed the park animals. Earl G. Williamson Park charges for overnight camping. RV camper hook-ups $12/night, areas for primitive tent camping $6/night, and a $2 sewage disposal fee for campers not staying overnight in the park.
What are your parks hours of operation?
All parks, with the exception of Walter B. Jacobs Memorial Nature Park and Keithville Community Park, are open to the public from 6 am – 9 pm daily. Boat ramps are open to fishermen 24 hours a day.
Who can I call for help with my child but will not require that my child first appear before the court?
For behavioral or substance abuse issues, call Magellan Health Services of Louisiana at 1-800-424-4399 or visit on the web: Magellan Health Services
I am a victim of domestic violence…
If you are in danger, call 911 or the domestic violence hotline at (318) 226-5015 or (888) 411-1333. Contact The Providence House 221-7887 or visit at 814 Cotton Street, Shreveport, Louisiana 71101. The Providence House offers services to those coping with or fleeing violent relationships. All services are confidential and at no charge.
My child is out of control…
If either you or your child is in immediate danger, contact your local police or sheriff’s department. You may call 318-425-1883 to talk with someone about whether your child’s behavior meets the requirements for filing a FINS Petition or to request the assistance of the court.
The court has issued a warrant for my child’s arrest…
Contact your child’s attorney, Juvenile Probation Officer, the Juvenile Court Clerk’s Office at (318) 226-6751 or The District Attorney’s Office – Juvenile Division at (318) 429-7647 to talk about what your child’s options are. The court does offer juveniles the opportunity to recall the warrant.
My child has been arrested…
If your child has been arrested and brought to detention, an employee will call you and will give you the necessary information. You may ask questions at that time. If your child has been arrested and released to you or another adult, wait to hear from the court. The prosecutor screens these cases and decides whether or not to file …
I have recieved a letter, subpoena or summons from the court…
READ THE DOCUMENT CAREFULLY. It will give you either a number to call or a date and time to appear in court for your first hearing. Follow the instructions.
Public input needed for comprehensive parks and recreation master plan
PUBLIC INPUT NEEDED FOR COMPREHENSIVE PARKS AND RECREATION MASTER PLAN Caddo Parish, LA – Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation and Shreveport Parks and Recreation (SPAR) will host a series of public input meetings for the development of a comprehensive parks and recreation master plan. The master plan will provide a vision and framework for ensuring quality of life …
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