James Burton Shreveport-Bossier eagerly anticipates its representation in the upcoming 2024 Tournament of Roses Parade in Pasadena, California. James Burton, renowned for his iconic guitar talent and a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, will be the city’s distinguished ambassador on Louisiana’s float during this celebratory event on January 1, 2024. Stacy Brown, president and CEO of Visit Shreveport-Bossier, expressed enthusiasm for the city’s return to the Rose Parade. “We’re thrilled to celebrate the unique essence of our cities once more,” Brown stated. Highlighting the parade’s musical t ..read more

Dawn Elizabeth Cooper Caddo Sheriff’s detectives recently made an arrest following an investigation into a concerning incident involving underage drinking. Dawn Elizabeth Cooper, a 45-year-old resident of Greenwood, was taken into custody on December 6th after warrants were issued in connection to her involvement in a high school after-party. Detective BreAnna Gerbine, spearheading the inquiry, responded to a complaint regarding a gathering in the 7400 block of Golden Meadows in Greenwood on November 5th. The investigation unveiled Cooper’s presence at the location and her alleged provision of ..read more

Douglas Scales Caddo Sheriff’s detectives have apprehended a Shreveport resident, Douglas Scales, 65, for alleged distribution and possession of child pornography. Sheriff Steve Prator confirmed the arrest following a search warrant executed on December 7 at a residence situated in the 2200 block of Creswell Avenue. The arrest came to light when Detective Thomas Lites, during the investigation, uncovered evidence indicating Scales’ involvement in the possession of child pornography materials. Scales has been booked into the Caddo Correctional Center on 42 counts related to pornography involvin ..read more

Shreveport law enforcement swiftly reacted to an incident at the 1500 block of Parker Street on Thursday, approximately at 4:13 p.m. Upon arrival, they discovered an individual grappling with severe injuries. The victim was swiftly taken to a nearby hospital for immediate medical attention. Reports from the police suggest that a person of interest has been recognized in connection with the incident. The investigation remains active and ongoing at this time ..read more

UP FRONT COUNTS:  Calvary’s offensive line, including Heath Gross (50), Hayden Darner (60) and Layton Terrell (57), has been vital to the Cavs’ run to Saturday’s state championship game. (Journal photo by KEVIN SHANNAHAN) By JOHN JAMES MARSHALL, Journal Sports Newman coach Nelson Stewart saw his team’s season come to an end last week in the semifinals against Calvary, but that doesn’t mean he can put away his coach’s hat quite yet. His Greenies lost only two games during the season – Calvary and St. Charles. And look who is playing each other for the Division III (select) state championsh ..read more

DUAL DANGER:  Jayden Daniels’ running production has provided an unstoppable combination with his remarkable passing accuracy that LSU foes could not handle. (Journal photo by PETER FOREST) By RON HIGGINS, Journal Sports BATON ROUGE – Jayden Daniels’ first snap as LSU’s starting quarterback in the 2022 season-opener vs. Florida State was a madcap 25-yard sprint that also drew an FSU late hit penalty. The last play before the former Arizona State transfer likely wins the Heisman Trophy on Saturday night in New York City was taking a knee two Saturdays ago to secure a regular season-ending ..read more

Every time Tre Harris caught a pass for Ole Miss this year, my immediate reaction was that Louisiana Tech just got a little worse. He caught 47 of them, by the way. Good for Ole Miss; not so much for Tech. Things haven’t been so good for Tech the last couple of years – 3-9 in both – and the problems in Ruston are far greater than just having their top receiver leave last year and turn out to be a star in the SEC. It’s more about where all of this is headed. You can diagnose and debate the transfer portal all you want, but when you break it all down, it gives the impression that rich people ar ..read more

TIME TO THROW:  Calvary’s pass protection has been exemplary this season, giving junior quarterback Abram Wardell time to choose from a talented receivers corps. (Journal photo by KEVIN SHANNAHAN) By LEE HILLER, Journal Sports No. 1 ST. CHARLES (13-0) at No. 2 CALVARY (13-0)  Where: Caesars Superdome, New Orleans  When:  Saturday, 3:30 p.m. LHSAA playoff bracket: Select Division III  Series: St. Charles 1-0  Last week: Calvary beat Newman 35-27; St. Charles beat University 10-7, OT  Rankings: CBA #1 in LSWA 2A poll, #1 in SBJ poll; St ..read more

ROOM TO RUN:  With receivers like John Simon IV (1) and Aubrey Hermes (9), Calvary’s passing attack has plenty of explosive weapons. Hermes scored his 14th TD of 2023 on a 26-yard catch and run on this play against Newman last Friday. (Journal photo by KEVIN SHANNAHAN) JOURNAL SPORTS   Here are the Calvary Cavaliers’ 13-game statistical leaders:   RUSHING   Player, rushes-yards, TD   James Simon, 162-1409, 18 TDs   Julius Moss, 26-204, 1 TD   Chaz Whitaker, 14-156, 5 TDs   Abram Wardell, 22-107, 3 TDs   Pierce ..read more

STRIKING THE POSE:  LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels is expected to cradle the Heisman Trophy Saturday night at the end of an ESPN-televised ceremony from New York City. (Photo courtesy LSU Athletics) JOURNAL STAFF Today’s edition previews two of the biggest stories of 2023 – Calvary’s bid for its fourth state football championship, and Jayden Daniels’ journey to the brink of the Heisman Trophy. There won’t be a Saturday edition of the Shreveport-Bossier Journal, but we’ll be right here Sunday morning with coverage of Saturday afternoon’s showdown in the Caesars Superdome between unbea ..read more