Shreveport adjusts garbage collection schedule for Good Friday
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS)—The garbage collection schedule in Shreveport will be changed temporarily.
With Good Friday approaching, Shreveport Garbage has released a revised schedule for the week of April 18.
Monday, April 14, 2025: garbage will be collected.
Tuesday, April 15, 2025: garbage will be collected.
Wednesday, April 16, 2025: garbage will be collected.
Thursday, April 17, 2025: garbage will be collected.
Friday, April 18, 2025: no garbage collections.
City offices will be closed for Good Friday. No bulk collections will be scheduled for this week. All heavy items called in will be scheduled for a future collection day. If you need additional information or would like to request a heavy item pickup, please call the Solid Waste Office at (318)-925-3500
Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Yahoo
21 hours ago
- Yahoo
Caddo Parish recognizes 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army
CADDO PARISH, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – Caddo Parish Commissioners honored the 250th Anniversary of the United States Army. Commissioner and Vietnam veteran Ken Epperson of District 12 read a special proclamation recognizing the upcoming anniversary and reviewing its history. He explained that on June 14, 1775, General George Washington and the Second Continental Congress established the Continental Army, marking the birth of the United States Army and laying the foundation for the nation's military defense. LSA Deputy of the Year awarded to Caddo Parish Sheriff's deputy 'With the primary objective of defending the Constitution of the United States of America. Not a king, not a monarchy, not an individual. So I want us all to remember that,' Epperson said. Commissioner Epperson also read all the names of current Caddo Parish employees who served. He then listed the many inventions and breakthroughs made by the U.S. Army over the past 250 years, from roads and bridges built by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers after the Revolution to medical advancements made during the Civil War to the invention of mosquito repellent, the EpiPen, and Ray-Ban sunglasses. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Yahoo
Shreveport's Garage Sale benefit to end Alzheimer's
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — The Highland Center is hosting a rummage sale to benefit Shreveport Walk to End Alzheimer's. On Saturday, June 7, from 8 a.m. until noon, the outdoor Garage Sale will feature items from multiple households. The sale features children's toys, clothing for all ages, books, electronics, matching armchair sets, entertainment tables, lamps, and a variety of other items. Shreveport's Highland Center becomes a beacon for disaster aid The Highland Center emphasizes that 'you don't want to miss it!' located at 520 Olive Street, Shreveport. If you miss the event, the Highland Thrift Shop is open every Tuesday from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. and every second Saturday (June 7th and June 21st). Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Yahoo
BPCC sees record number of dual enrollment graduates
BOSSIER PARISH, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — A record number of high school students have earned degrees through Bossier Parish Community College's dual-enrollment program. Disney on Ice to debut characters from 'Moana 2' and 'Inside Out 2' The dual enrollment program enables eligible students to earn college credits before they graduate from high school. According to BPCC, 112 high school students from North Louisiana graduated from the college. The most popular programs among these graduates included an associate degree in general studies, electrician technology, emergency medical technician training, nursing assistant, and welding. 'This achievement highlights the incredible opportunities that dual enrollment provides, and we couldn't be prouder, ' said Jamie Hilburn, BPCC's dual enrollment coordinator. While many students across the region participated, the most active engagement for the program came from Bienville, Sabine, Natchitoches, and DeSoto parish schools. For more information on BPCC's dual enrollment program, visit Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
