SHREVEPORT,LA (The Times) 1-28-08 Another candidate has announced his intention to run for the U.S. House of Representatives seat being vacted by retiring Congressman Jim McCrery. Local Shreveport attorney, John Milkovich will make his announcement Tuesday in a press conference at 10:15…
Barkus & Meoux goes to the Goat?! Thousands attend 10th Annual “Mutt Strut & Cat Stroll”
SHREVEPORT,LA (By: Tom Pace, Executive Editor, Talk of the Town..1-28-08.The fog lifted, the skies cleared, and the forecast was correct: ‘Reigning Cats and Dogs’ it did in Shreveport’s Riveview Park on Clyde Fant Parkway. It was a little cool, (temperature about 50…
President Bush’s Final State of the Union Address:’Earmark’ Reform & The Economy: 7pm(cst)
WASHINGTON, D.C. (By: Tom Pace, Executive Editor, “Talk of the Town”) 1-28-08 Will Americans embrace President George W. Bush’s final State of the Union Address? With less than a year left in the Oval Office, it’s reported the President will speak…
Islamic Terrorists plotted Suicide Attacks on European Transit Sites: 10 Suspects in Custody
MADRID, SPAIN (By: Tom Pace, Executive Editor:”Talk of the Town”) 1-27-08 Terrorism seems to be alive and thriving across the world, according to an informant who “infiltrated” the group, Spain’s El Pais newspaper reports. Suspected Islamic extremists arrested last week in…
Obama Wins Big in South Carolina- First Southern State for ’08 Presidential Primary
SOUTH CAROLINA: 1-26-08 Illinois Sen. Barak Obama claimed a big win in South Carolina tonite, besting rival Sen. Hillary Clinton by a 2-1 margin. According to CNN, South Carolina was considered a “crucial win” for Sen. Obama, who finished second…
Early Presidential Primary Voting, House District #6 Election, begin today in Caddo Parish
SHREVEPORT, LA (By: Tom Pace, Executive Editor, “Talk of the Town: 1-26-08 If you want to vote early in the February 9th , State of Louisiana Presidential Preference Primary, then you have the next week, thru February 2nd, to do…
Krewe of Barkus & Meoux Parade Forecast for Sunday, January 27th: “Reigning Cats & Dogs”
SHREVEPORT, LA (By Tom Pace. Executive Editor, Talk of the Town) Jan.26, 2008 “Reigning Cats and Dogs” is the forecast for the Krewe of Barkus and Meoux Parade this Sunday afternoon starting at 3 o’clock: under sunny skies and a high…
Caddo District Judge “Woody” Nesbitt Resigns effective April 1st, 2008
(SHREVEPORT, LA) Caddo Dsitrict Judge Woodrow “Woody” Nesbitt, is stepping down from the bench, effective April 1st, 2008. According to The Times newspaper, Nesbitt claims his reasons for resigning as his intention to practice law again, and the fact he has moved…
Nat’l Wx.Service extends Winter Weather Advisory for Ark-La-Tex until 6pm, Friday, Jan. 25th
SHREVEPORT,LA. (By Tom Pace, Executive Editor, Talk of the Town) 1.25.08 While the temperatures hover around the freezing mark all day this Friday, mixed winter precipitation can be expected throughout the afternoon across the Ark-La-Tex, thus prompting the Winter Weather…
Krewe of Centaur & Krewe of Gemini Parades to Roll in Shreveport: Jan 26 & Feb. 2
SHREVEPORT, LA (By Tom Pace, Executive Editor Talk of the Town) The two largest Shreveport Mardi Gras Parades are set to roll at 4:30 pm(weather permitting)on the next two Saturdays: Jan. 26th & Feb. 2nd.All of Clyde Fant Parkway from…
SFD issues Warning for Burning Devices during Shreveport Mardi Gras Parades
SHREVEPORT, LA (By Tom Pace, Executive Editor, Talk of the Town) The Shreveport Fire Department says “Grill & burn responsibly” this Mardi Gras season. Partygoers and parade watchers will be able to enjoy the warmness of their fires again this…
Nat’l Wx Service issues Hazardous Weather Outlook for Winter Weather across Ark-La-Tex
(By: Tom Pace, Executive Editor, Talk of the Town) A winter weather mix of light freezing rain, and sleet is possible during the early morning hours on Friday, January 25th, before ending from west to east across the Ark-La-Tex…
“The Capitol is Not for Sale” La. State Rep. Jane Smith Tells Bossier Lions’ Club: Thurs., Jan. 24th
BOSSIER CITY, LA (By: Tom Pace, Executive Editor www.shrevetalk.com) Louisiana State Representative Jane Smith’s message was crystal-clear: “Our State Capitol is NOT FOR SALE!” Smith made that statement during her noon-time appearance at the Bossier City Lion’s Club this Thursday. And,…
State Rep. Jane Smith talks with Tom Pace about Special Session 1-24-08
Louisiana State Representative Jane Smith spoke with ShreveTalk’s “Talk of the Town with Tom Pace” following her speech to the Bossier City Lions’ Club this Thursday, January 24th, 2008. She emphasized that Gov. Bobby Jindal’s call for Ethics Reform in the first Special Session in February ’08
is a top priority among legislators, too. Quoting Rep. Smith, “The Capitol is Not for Sale.”
Capitol Hill Sources: American Taxpayers may get $600 each to help stimulate economy
WASHINGTON (CNN) — American taxpayers would get checks of several hundred dollars from the federal government under a plan to stimulate the economy, sources said Thursday. Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson is the administration’s point person for the economic stimulus plan.…
Local Author Pens Book on SFD Bomb Squad: Presentation Friday, January 25th
A copy of “The History of the Shreveport Fire Department’’s Bomb Squad (1962-2008)” will be presented Friday by author Gene Barattini to two of the volume’s primary sources, Terry Hayes and C.G. Vaughn.Hayes is a retired Shreveport Fire Department Chief of…
Women of Vision, Annual “Transforming Women–Leadership Conference”, Jan 25- 26, 2008
Women of Vision, Annual Transforming Women:Leadership Conference Makeovers, Fresh Starts, Training & Inspiration for Women in Crisis; Jan. 25th & 26thBy: Tom Pace, Executive Editor, Talk of the Town www.shrevetalk.comJanuary 24th, 2008 It’s all about women changing their looks and attitudes.…
Town hall meetings this week
Shreveport Town Hall Meetings this weekDistrict F and G Town Hall meetings are being held this week, and interested residents are encouraged to attend. Shreveport’s Council District F, represented by Councilman Joe Shyne, will be held at 6 p.m.Thursday, January 24th, at…
Registrar: Voters may be confused in coming election
Registrar: Voters may be confused in coming electionThe Feb. 9 election could confuse a lot of voters, since parts of it are just open to voters in either of the major parties, while some parts will be open to all…
Mississippi wants Cyber Command headquarters, too
Mississippi wants Cyber Command headquarters, tooAdd Mississippi to the list of states that want to snatch Air Force Cyber Command from Barksdale Air Force Base.The Mississippi newspaper the Biloxi Sun Herald is reporting efforts by that community to interest the…
The Mental Health of America: A Ticking Time Bomb..Part 1… By Tom Pace
Dr. Anita Kablinger, Associate Professor, LSUHSC-S Department of Psychiatry, talks ‘One-on-One’ with Tom Pace, from “The Talk of the Town” (all about the mental health issues facing America today).
Those illnesses range from The Big “D” (Depression), Schizophrenia,Manic-Depression, and other mental illnesses…inclluding the Crisis in America by persons categorized as ‘antisocial’ (who have no remorse for their actions).
It’s a compelling 3-Part Podcast Interview Series with Tom and Dr. Kablinger, being published on www.shrevetalk.com over the next three weeks. This is Part 1 of 3.
