Krystle BeauchampDirector of Communicationskbeauchamp@caddo.gov DECEMBER 5, 2024 CADDO PARISH COMMISSION VOTES TO RAISE LIVING WAGE TO $15.00/HR FOR PARISH CONTRACTORS Caddo Parish, LA – The Caddo Parish Commission voted today to amend an ordinance which will now also require vendors who are contracted by the Parish of Caddo to pay employees utilized on Parish projects no less than $15.00/hr for …
Krystle BeauchampDirector of Communicationskbeauchamp@caddo.gov DECEMBER 3, 2024 CADDO PARISH COMMISSION ADOPTS 2025 BUDGET The Caddo Parish Commission has officially adopted the Parish of Caddo’s 2025 Annual Operating and Capital Improvement Budget at the Commission’s special budget adoption meeting on December 3. The $142,893,633 operating and capital budget addresses the Parish’s most urgent operational needs, capital improvement initiatives,support of Parish agencies, …
The Parish of Caddo will be attending the BPCC Graduate Career Fair on December 10, from 10am – 1pm. The event will take place at 6220 E. Texas Street, Building F, Bossier City, LA. We invite job seekers to visit our booth and explore the available positions with the Parish of Caddo!
Krystle BeauchampDirector of Communicationskbeauchamp@caddo.gov NOVEMBER 27, 2024 HAPPY THANKSGIVING FROM THE PARISH OF CADDO CADDO PARISH, LA – The Parish of Caddo wishes all of our citizens a safe and blessed Thanksgiving holiday. In observance of the holiday, Parish offices will be closed Thursday, November 28 and Friday, November 29. Motorists are also asked to be mindful when traveling across …
The Parish of Caddo joins the entire Caddo Parish community in mourning the loss of former Caddo Commissioner, Commission Clerk and staff member Todd A. Hopkins. Todd joined the Parish of Caddo as a computer operator in 1990, and served faithfully in various roles including Director of Fleet Services. In 2010, he became the Clerk of the Caddo Parish Commission …
Krystle BeauchampDirector of Communications kbeauchamp@caddo.gov OCTOBER 17, 2024 SPARKS-DAVIS RD BRIDGE TO CLOSE FOR REPLACEMENT BEGINNING OCTOBER 28 CADDO PARISH, LA – Beginning Monday, October 28, the Parish of Caddo Department of Public Works will close the Sparks-Davis Rd bridge (between Keithville-Springridge Rd and Williams Rd) in southwest Caddo Parish due to construction work for full replacement. The Public …
Notice is hereby given pursuant to Article 7, Section 23(C) of the Louisiana Constitution and R.S. 47:1705(B) that a public hearing of the Caddo Parish Commission will be held at its regular meeting place in the chambers of Government Plaza, located at 505 Travis Street, Shreveport, LA on Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. to consider levying additional or …
Krystle BeauchampDirector of Communicationskbeauchamp@caddo.gov Pictured L to R: Cattina Williams, Asst. Director of Parks and Recreation; Patrick Wesley, Director of Parks and Recreation; Jennifer Schleining, CAPRA Accreditation Sr. Manager; Gabrielle Davis, Office Coordinator October 10, 2024 CADDO PARKS AND RECREATION BECOMES NATIONALLY CERTIFIED PARK AGENCY Out of 10,000 park systems in the nation, Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation becomes one …
Krystle BeauchampDirector of Communicationskbeauchamp@caddo.gov October 9, 2024 CADDO PARISH PARKS AND RECREATION AND STROMILE SWIFT JOIN FORCES TO HOST FREE BASKETBALL CAMPS FOR CADDO PARISH YOUTH CADDO PARISH, LA – Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation and former NBA/LSU player Stromile Swift are hosting a diverse slate of basketball camps for area Caddo Parish middle school girls and boys, covering basic …
Krystle BeauchampDirector of Communicationskbeauchamp@caddo.gov October 8, 2024 CADDO ANIMAL SERVICES PARTNERS WITH BISSELL FOUNDATION FOR NATIONAL SHELTER EVENT OCTOBER 12 CADDO PARISH, LA – Thanks to a generous partnership with the BISSELL Pet Foundation, Caddo Parish Animal Services and Mosquito Control is participating in the “Empty the Shelters™” adoption event, aimed at finding loving homes for deserving pets by offering …
Krystle BeauchampDirector of Communicationskbeauchamp@caddo.org SEPTEMBER 10, 2024 PARISH OF CADDO ENCOURAGES CITIZENS TO JOIN THE “WAR ON LITTER” SEPTEMBER 21 Caddo Parish,LA – The Parish of Caddo is encouraging citizens to do their part and join the war on litter by participating in a special parish wide clean up event. The “War On Litter” event will take place on Saturday, …
PARISH OF CADDO ENCOURAGES CITIZENS TO JOIN THE “WAR ON LITTER” SEPTEMBER 21 Caddo Parish, LA – The Parish of Caddo is encouraging citizens to do their part and join the war on litter by participating in a special parish wide clean up event. The “War On Litter” event will take place on Saturday, September 21 from 8am – 4pm …
Krystle BeauchampDirector of Communicationskbeauchamp@caddo.org AUGUST 30, 2024 PARISH OF CADDO LABOR DAY HOLIDAY CLOSURES The Parish of Caddo will be closed on Monday, September 2 in observance of the Labor Day holiday. The regularly scheduled work session meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission will be held Tuesday, September 3 at 3:30pm. The Parish urges all citizens to exercise safe travel …
Krystle BeauchampDirector of Communicationskbeauchamp@caddo.org AUGUST 28, 2024 CLYDE PLACE VIVIAN ROAD TO CLOSE FOR REPLACEMENT BEGINNING SEPTEMBER 5 On Thursday, September 5, 2024, the Clyde Place Vivian Rd. Bridge will be closed due to full replacement. The Public Works Department will be replacing the bridge and conducting associated road improvements to enhance use of the bridge. These improvements will ensure …
Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation Complete Park Improvements for Town of Greenwood Caddo Parks and Recreation Department announces all park improvements are now complete at the Town of Greenwood-William Peters Town Park, located at 9360 Greenwood Rd. Park improvements include: New 2-12 Year-Old Playground System (ADA wood mulch safety surfacing/access ramps and borders) 2 Swing Sets 1 Baby Swing Set …
Krystle BeauchampDirector of Communicationskbeauchamp@caddo.org AUGUST 9, 2024 KEITH RD BRIDGE NOW OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Caddo Parish, LA- The Keith Rd bridge in southern Caddo Parish is now open to traffic. The bridge was previously closed in April to replace the bridge and conduct associated road improvements to expand commercial use of the bridge. These improvements will ensure decades of …
Contact:Krystle Beauchamp Director of Communicationskbeauchamp@caddo.org AUGUST 8, 2024 CADDO PARISH COMMISSION REENACTS PARISHWIDE SPAY/NEUTER LEGISLATION; ADOPTS ORGANIZATIONAL LIVING WAGE Caddo Parish, LA – The Caddo Parish Commission passed legislation aimed at promoting public safety, as well as establishing a living wage for employees of the Parish of Caddo organization at their regular session meeting held on August 8. The Commission …
AUGUST 6, 2024 Caddo Parks and Recreation and Shreveport-Bossier Disc Golf Union Present Inaugural Disc Golf Tournament Attention Disc Golfers! The Caddo Parish Park and Recreation Department and the Shreveport-Bossier Disc Golf Union have joined forces and are excited to host the inaugural Earl G. Williamson Classic Disc Golf Tournament on Saturday, August 24th. Join us at the scenic …
JULY 24, 2024 Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation Completes Phase 2 Park Improvements at P.B.S. Pinchback Park Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation has just completed Phase 2 park improvements at P.B.S. Pinchback Park, located at 7903 Jefferson Paige Rd. in Shreveport. Park improvements include: Construction of new ADA compliant and separated men’/women’s restroom facility; Construction of a new 20” …
JULY 17, 2024 Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation to Host Youth Basketball Camp July 22-23 at LSU-Shreveport Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation is hosting a two-day Youth Basketball Camp at the LSU-Shreveport gymnasium: – Monday, July 22nd: For boys and girls in kindergarten through 4th grade. – Tuesday, July 23rd: For boys and girls in 5th through 8th grade. …
JULY 9, 2024 Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation & Caddo Schools to Host Free Youth Football Clinic at Lee Hedges Caddo Parish Parks & Recreation, in conjunction with Caddo Schools will host a free Youth Football Clinic on Saturday, July 13th from 9:00am – 11:00am at Lee Hedges Stadium. This will be a non-contact football clinic for girls and boys, …
JULY 1, 2024 CADDO PARISH CELEBRATES 2024 NATIONAL PARK AND RECREATION MONTH Caddo Parish, LA – This July, join the Parish of Caddo for National Park and Recreation Month (NPRM), as we celebrate how Caddo Parish is stronger, more vibrant and more resilient because of parks and recreation. A variety of activities are planned for residents of all ages and …
JUNE 28, 2024 PARISH OF CADDO OFFICE CLOSURES – INDEPENDENCE DAY The Parish of Caddo will be closed Thursday, July 4th and Friday, July 5th in observance of the Independence Day holiday. All offices will resume normal business hours on Monday, July 8. The regular session meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission will take place Wednesday, July 3 at 3:30pm.
JUNE 27, 2024 SLOTS STILL AVAILABLE FOR MLB JR. HOME RUN DERBY AND CLINIC Slots are still available for the MLB Pitch Hit & Run (PHR), MLB Jr. Home Run Derby (JrHRD), and T-Ball Clinic, hosted by Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation and Captain Shreve High School. The events will take place Monday, July 1 from 6-8pm at Captain Shreve …
JUNE 20, 2024 Portland Trail Blazers star Robert Williams partners with Caddo Parish to host free basketball camp Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation will host the Robert Williams Basketball Camp, Monday, July 8th from 9:00am – 4:00pm at LSUS. The camp is free and open to K-8 girls and boys. Camp instruction will cover the basic fundamentals of basketball in …
JUNE 12, 2024 EARL G. WILLIAMSON BOAT LAUNCH/PIER NOW OPEN TO PUBLIC Water levels have rescinded at the Earl. G. Williamson boat launch and adjacent pier. Both launch and pier have been inspected for any potential damage and have been cleared to immediately reopen to the general public.
JUNE 12, 2024 Earl G. Williamson Boat Launch to Remain Closed for Safety Concerns The Earl G. Williamson Park boat launch (11425 LA Hwy. 1, Oil City) remains closed to the public, due to existing danger from high water levels. The pier adjacent to the boat launch remains submerged. Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation staff and emergency personnel will continue …
Caddo Parks & Recreation; Local Law Enforcement Agencies Joining Forces to Offer Summer Youth Crime Prevention Programs Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation, in conjunction with Caddo Parish Juvenile Services, Caddo Parish District Attorney’s Office, Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office, Project Celebration and the Kennedy Center are joining forces again this summer to host several youth crime prevention program presentations. All presentations …
JUNE 10, 2024 PARISH PARKS CLOSED DUE TO HIGH WATER As of today, the following parks are still closed due to high water levels : Earl G. Williamson Park, 11425 LA Hwy. 1, Oil City (Boat Launch and Disc Golf Course only) Horace M. Downs Park, 8571 Crouch Dam Rd., Mooringsport Milton James “Hookie” Cameron Memorial Park aka Wallace Lake …
PBS PINCHBACK PARK FOR TREE REMOVAL PBS Pinchback Park (7903 Jefferson Paige Rd.-Shreveport) will be closed to the public on Monday, June 10th from 6am – 12noon. Crews will be on-site to remove trees on park grounds. Only contractors will be allowed at the park site during this time. The park will re-open to the public at 12 noon.
JUNE 7, 2024 HIGH WATER ROAD CLOSURES – JUNE 7 Due to high water in Caddo Parish, the following roads are now closed: Keithville Kingston Rd Wallace Lake Road at Boat Ramp Linwood Avenue (Tyre Rd to Desoto Parish) Newson Rd at end Norris Ferry Rd near Debroeck Rd Tyre Road Southern Loop at Linwood Barron Rd at Linwood Cypress …
JUNE 5, 2024 CADDO ANIMAL SERVICES IN CRITICAL NEED OF NEWSPAPER DONATIONS Caddo Parish Animal Services and Mosquito Control is in critical need of newspaper for shelter operations. The shelter’s kennels are lined each day with fresh newspaper, with some cages requiring entire sections of newspaper. The shelter has seen a sizeable jump this summer in the number of dog …
JUNE 5, 2024 HIGH WATER ROAD CLOSURES – JUNE 5 Due to high water in Caddo Parish, the following roads are now closed: Keithville Kingston Rd Wallace Lake Rd at Boat Ramp Linwood Avenue (Tyre Rd to Desoto Parish) Newson Rd at end Norris Ferry Rd near Debroeck Rd Willow Ridge at end Tyre Rd Southern Loop at Linwood Barron …
JUNE 4, 2024 PARISH PARK CLOSURES DUE TO FLOODING The following parks are closed in Caddo Parish due to high water levels: Milton James “Hookie” Cameron Memorial Park aka Wallace Lake Boat Launch (10500 Wallace Lake Rd.-Shreveport) Noah Tyson Park (9300 Mira Myrtis Rd.-Rodessa) Richard Fleming Park (7919 West Lakeshore Dr.-Shreveport) Earl G. Williamson Park (Oil City) – Park and …
MAY 24, 2024 HIGH WATER ROAD CLOSURES – JUNE 4 Due to high water in Caddo Parish, the following roads are now closed: Keithville Kingston Road Wallace Lake Road South Linwood North of Southern Loop/Tyre Linwood South of Barron/Desoto Line Motorists are reminded that as long as barricades are present, the road is closed for traffic. It is against the …
MAY 30, 2024 Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation and Grambling State University Tigers to Host Youth Football Camp Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation has joined forces with the Grambling State University Tigers to host the Mickey Joseph Youth Football Camp. This non-contact, skills teaching camp will be held on Monday, June 3rd from 10:00am – 2:00pm at Lee Hedges Stadium. …
The resurfacing work on Ellerbe Rd between Overton Brooks and Norris Ferry, originally scheduled for today has been delayed due to weather. Crews will resume when the weather has improved. Motorists are encouraged to use the detour route (signs are posted).
MAY 24, 2024 HIGH WATER ROAD CLOSURES – MAY 24 Due to high water in Caddo Parish, the following roads are now closed: -Keithville-Kingston Rd -Wallace Lake Rd @ Milton James Cameron Park Motorists are reminded that as long as barricades are present, the road is closed for traffic. It is against the law to drive beyond any posted barricade.
MAY 14, 2024 OLD MOORINGSPORT-LATEX RD BRIDGE TO CLOSE FOR REPLACEMENT BEGINNING MAY 21 On Tuesday, May 21, the Parish of Caddo will close the Old Mooringsport-Latex Rd bridge near Dayton Rd due to construction work for full replacement. The Public Works Department will be replacing the bridge and conducting associated road improvements to …
CULVERT WORK TO BEGIN ON WALLACE LAKE ROAD MAY 8 Caddo Parish Public Works will be working to replace the washed out culvert on Wallace Lake Road between the St Andrew’s Place gate and Southern Loop next week. Depending on weather, the work is scheduled to begin on Wednesday May 8th, and should be complete in 1-2 days. The Parish …
APRIL 29, 2024 PARISH OF CADDO FACILITY CLOSURES – APRIL 29 Due to power outages, the following Parish solid waste compactor sites are temporarily closed: Shirley Francis Compactor – 7095 Shirley Francis Rd. Mooringsport Compactor – Hwy. 169 at Howard Belcher Compactor – 505 East Street In addition, the following Parish parks sites are open but …
APRIL 25, 2024 CADDO PARKS SUMMER TEE BALL/SOFTBALL NOW OPEN Team/player registration is open for Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation Summer T-Ball and Coach Pitch baseball leagues. The tee-ball league is for girls and boys, ages 4-6 and the coach pitch baseball league is for girls and boys, ages 7-8. These developmental leagues will …
APRIL 22, 2024 KEITH RD BRIDGE REPLACEMENT TO BEGIN APRIL 29 Due to weather concerns, the Keith Road bridge replacement work will now begin April 29. The bridge, located in southern Caddo Parish will be closed to allow the Caddo Parish Department of Public Works to begin bridge replacement work. The Public Works Department will be replacing …
APRIL 17, 2024 CADDO PARISH PARKS & RECREATION RELEASES SUMMER 2024 PROGRAM GUIDE Caddo Parish, LA – Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation Department has released the Summer 2024 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, …
While severe weather has moved out of our area, we continue to monitor road conditions and localized flooding due to the cresting of area lakes and tributaries. The following Parish roads are closed. As a reminder, as long as a barricade and/or signage is present indicating the road is closed, it is closed. It is against the law and dangerous …
KEITH RD BRIDGE TO CLOSE FOR REPLACEMENT BEGINNING APRIL 22 Beginning Monday, April 22, the Keith Road bridge in southern Caddo Parish will be closed to allow the Caddo Parish Department of Public Works to begin bridge replacement work. The Public Works Department will be replacing the bridge and conducting associated road improvements to expand commercial use of the bridge. …
STEFFON JONES SWORN IN AS DISTRICT 6 CADDO PARISH COMMISSIONER Caddo Parish, LA – Steffon Jones was officially sworn in as the new Commissioner for District 6 during a special meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission on Monday, April 15. Jones, who previously served on the Caddo Commissioner for District 6 from 2021-2023, was elected to the seat by Caddo …
UPDATE: Norris Ferry Compactor Site has reopened! — Power work being conducted by SWEPCO is temporarily blocking access to the Norris Ferry Compactor Site (10295 Norris Ferry). The site will be closed today until crews can complete the repair. Our Mayo Road compactor site is the nearest alternate site and will be open from 1-5pm.
The following parks and boat launches are closed in Caddo Parish due to high water: Richard Fleming Park, 7919 Lakeshore Dr., Shreveport Wallace Lake Boat Launch, 10500 Wallace Lake Rd., Shreveport As a reminder, it is unlawful to go around any posted closure signs or barricades!
SANDBAG PICKUP INFORMATION FOR CADDO PARISH Due to increased rain and potential for flooding, Caddo Parish residents can continue to pick up sandbags on Wednesday, April 10. Sandbags may be picked up at the Caddo Parish Department of Public Works/Fleet Services, located at 1701 Monty Street, Shreveport, LA 71107. Residents can obtain up to 15 bags per vehicle. Parish officials …
The Caddo Parish Commission was pleased take part in officially breaking ground on the new Ronald McDonald house coming to Caddo Parish. The Ronald McDonald House Charities of Arkansas & North Louisiana broke ground on their new location on Wednesday, April 3. The first to be located in northwest Louisiana, the House will be located at Willis Knighton South , and …
CADDO PARISH CELEBRATES NATIONAL COUNTY/PARISH GOVERNMENT MONTH Caddo Parish, LA — The Parish of Caddo will celebrate National County/Parish Government Month (NCGM) during the month of April to showcase how Caddo Parish achieves healthy, safe and vibrant communities. The theme for this year’s celebration of NCGM is “ForwardTogether”. ForwardTogether is about connecting, inspiring and leading – pillars of county government that …
Have you checked your voter information lately? Make sure you know your voting location and information before you head to the polls! Voting locations have not changed, but some precinct numbers have been updated. For a full list of precincts, visit https://www.caddoclerk.com/pdfs/2024%20Precinct%20Locations.pdf , or visit https://www.caddovoter.org/new-precinct-numbers-assigned…/ for information on how to identify your precinct number.
CADDO PARKS AND MILES FOR SMILES TEAM UP TO PROMOTE YOUTH ORAL HEALTH Caddo Parish, LA – February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, and Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation and Miles for Smiles have joined forces to raise the awareness of dental care, oral health and healthy eating for Caddo Parish youth throughout the year. Caddo Parks and Miles …
CADDO PARISH ANIMAL SERVICES MONITORING INCREASED DISTEMPER CASES Caddo Parish, LA – Caddo Parish Animal Services and Mosquito Control is notifying the public of an increase in the amount of animal distemper cases in parts of Caddo Parish. The Parish is monitoring a rise in positive cases, affecting approximately 30 raccoons, primarily in the Highland and Broadmoor neighborhoods. …
CADDO PARISH COURTHOUSE CLOSURES; ADJUSTED OPERATIONS Caddo Parish, LA – Due to a ruptured water main, the Caddo Parish Courthouse will be closed for the remainder of the day. The Caddo Parish Clerk of Court Office will be available to process emergency protective orders only. Citizens may call (318) 226-6780. Repairs are expected to be completed by …
PARISH PARK CLOSURES DUE TO HIGH WATER Caddo Parish, LA – Effective immediately, the following Caddo Parish parks and boat launch sites will be closed to the public until further notice due to high water levels: Noah Tyson Park (9300 Mira Myrtis, Rodessa, LA) Richard Fleming Park (7919 West Lakeshore Dr., Shreveport, LA) Citizens are reminded that it is …
Caddo Parish, LA – Due to high water, the following parish roads are now closed in Caddo Parish: Keithville-Kingston Rd Wallace Lake Rd (South End) Gilliam Scott Slough Rd Parish officials will continue to monitor roads for additional closures and/or reopenings. As a reminder, it is against the law to drive around any traffic barricades or closed signs. ###
PARISH WATER DISTRIBUTION FOR BLANCHARD RESIDENTS Caddo Parish, LA – The Caddo Parish Commission is providing water to residents in the Blanchard community today (January 22) who are still without water as a result of last week’s winter weather. The water distribution site is located at the Parish’s Longwood Compactor Site, 9416 Blanchard-Latex Rd, Blanchard, LA. One case …
CADDO PARISH COMMISSION SELECTS INTERIM DISTRICT 6 COMMISSIONER The Caddo Parish Commission has selected Handy Giles, Sr. as the Interim Commissioner for District 6. He will serve at the interim Commissioner for the District 6 seat formerly held by Steffon Jones until a special election is held on March 23 to select a permanent representative. Giles is owner of G-Styles …
PARISH OF CADDO OFFICES CLOSED JANUARY 17 DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER All Parish of Caddo administrative offices and departments will be closed Wednesday, January 17 due to inclement weather conditions affecting Caddo Parish. The following Parish services will be impacted: All Parish Government Plaza offices will be closed Caddo Parish Courthouse parish offices will be closed Caddo Parish District Court …
PARISH OF CADDO OFFICES CLOSED JANUARY 16 DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER All Parish of Caddo administrative offices and departments will be closed Tuesday, January 16 due to inclement weather conditions affecting Caddo Parish. The following Parish services will be impacted: All Government Plaza offices will be closed Caddo Parish Courthouse parish offices and District Court will be closed All Parish …
CADDO PARKS WINTER WEATHER INFORMATION Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation staff are making adjustments to our park sites parishwide in advance of wintry weather conditions. Caddo Parks will officially close all park restrooms starting Monday, January 15th to protect park plumbing and water access. Temporary outdoor portlets will be available at each restroom site. The following closed park restrooms will include: …
PARISH OF CADDO OFFICES CLOSED JANUARY 15 FOR MLK HOLIDAY; OFFICIALS CONTINUE TO MONITOR WEATHER CONDITIONS Parish offices are closed to the public Monday, January 15 in observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday. Parish compactor sites are also closed. The regular work session of the Commission is now scheduled for Tuesday, January 16. Parish administration continues to monitor …
In the event of loss of power, we know many of our citizens will rely on generator power. If used improperly, generators can pose serious risks. Make sure you are practicing good generator safety with these tips: Read and follow all manufacturer operating instructions to properly ground the generator. Be sure you understand them before hooking up the generator. Never …
**WINTER WEATHER ROAD CLOSURES** As we receive closures we will update this post. Latest closures as of January 16: — US Highway 79 southbound at US 80 in Greenwood and northbound at Buncombe Road Officials are also closing US Highway 79 southbound at US 80 in Greenwood and northbound at Buncombe Road. The road is impassable from the Relay Station …
As winter weather approaches, the following shelters and warming centers are being made available for citizens: (This list will be updated as more resources are made available) Shreveport Bossier Rescue Mission – 901 McNeil, Shreveport, LA 24-hour intake with 3 meals daily. A State ID is required. HOPE Connections – 2350 Levy Street, Shreveport, LA Friday, January 12th at 8pm till 8am …
Caddo Parish, LA – As winter weather moves into the area, the Parish of Caddo has begun preparations parish wide. “Our two main priorities are the safety of our citizens and continuity of operations,” said Parish Administrator and CEO, Erica Bryant. “Our parish departments prepare year-round for the threat of inclement weather, and are in the process of executing …
Winter weather season is here, and as the threat of weather approaches, make sure you have a game plan! Prepare now to ensure that you and your family are ready in case of emergencies. Sign up now for the Parish’s emergency alert notification system, Everbridge, at: https://member.everbridge.net/371776664109115/login
Caddo Parish, LA – Members of the Caddo Parish Commission for 2024-2029 were officially sworn in during a special meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission on Monday, January 8. Eleven members of the Commission were sworn in. New commissioners: Chris Kracman, District 1; Gregory Young, District 2; Victor Thomas, District 3; and Ronald Cothran, District 10. Returning …
PARISH OF CADDO SOLID WASTE COMPACTOR HOLIDAY HOURS Parish solid waste compactor sites will operate under normal hours with the exception of the dates listed below: Sunday, December 24 and Monday, December 25 (Christmas Eve/Christmas) – CLOSED Sunday, December 31 and Monday, January 1 (New Year’s Eve/New Year’s Day) – CLOSED For a complete list of solid waste sites and hours, …
PARISH TO CLOSE JEFFERSON PAIGE RD BRIDGE FOR REPLACEMENT JANUARY 2 Beginning Tuesday, January 2, 2024, the Caddo Parish bridge located on Jefferson Paige Rd will be closed to allow the Caddo Parish Department of Public Works to reconstruct the bridge. This project will ensure decades of durability and safety for motorists that utilize the bridge. A detour …
The Caddo Parish Commission has adopted its new parish-wide Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan. The Master Plan was a two year long collaboration with the Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation Department, City of Shreveport-Public Assembly and Recreation Department(SPAR) and consulting firm SJB Group. The development process of the Master Plan was tedious and inclusive, involving public engagement meetings and …
CADDO PARISH COMMISSION ADOPTS 2024 BUDGET Caddo Parish, LA – The Caddo Parish Commission officially adopted the Parish of Caddo’s 2024 Annual Operating and Capital Improvement Budget at the Commission’s annual budget adoption meeting on December 5. The $146 million-dollar operating budget addresses the Parish’s most urgent operational needs, capital improvement initiatives, support of Parish agencies, economic development and …
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 …
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 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 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 …
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 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 …
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 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 …
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 …
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 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, 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 …
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. ###
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 …