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3 days ago | 
yahoo.com | Marissa Diaz
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – Human trafficking is an issue across the nation, but especially in Northwest Louisiana. Northwest Louisiana, in particular Caddo Parish, is the third highest in the state of Louisiana, according to the 2024 Louisiana Office of Human Trafficking Prevention Data report.
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1 week ago | 
ktalnews.com | Marissa Diaz
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS)— Meagan Henry took over the Cares Krewe and visited the Ochsner LSU Health – St. Mary Medical Center. Meagan sat in on a baby safe class for expectant parents. She shared her story about her son, who passed away at 3 months old, to hopefully bring awareness to safety steps parents can take to keep their child safe. Meagan was also able to talk to Morgan, a NICU nurse at Oschner LSU Health.
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1 week ago | 
yahoo.com | Marissa Diaz
BLANCHARD, La. (KTAL/KMSS)— What better way to put a smile on someone’s face than paying for their gas! More Cares Krewe community surprises Alex Meachum is back at it again with the Cares Krewe, performing random acts of kindness to unsuspecting community members. Alex Meachum went to a local Walmart and offered to pay for people’s gas. Upon doing so, she met Rick, a former US Marine.
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1 week ago | 
yahoo.com | Marissa Diaz
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS)— Ya’Lisha Gatewood took over the Cares Krewe to go and learn more what being a volunteer at WERLA is all about. More Cares Krewe activities The Cares Krewe was able to hold and observe some of the many animals WERLA has rescued such as, baby squirrels, baby possums, birds, and many others.
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1 week ago | 
yahoo.com | Marissa Diaz
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS)— Meagan Henry took over the Cares Krewe and visited the Ochsner LSU Health – St. Mary Medical Center. More Cares Krewe Meagan sat in on a baby safe class for expectant parents. She shared her story about her son, who passed away at 3 months old, to hopefully bring awareness to safety steps parents can take to keep their child safe. Meagan was also able to talk to Morgan, a NICU nurse at Oschner LSU Health.
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2 weeks ago | 
ktalnews.com | Marissa Diaz
BOSSIER CITY, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — Starting the day off with complimentary coffee and breakfast from PJ’s Coffee is always a good day!Ya’Lisha Gatewood took over the Cares Krewe to try her hand at being a barista at Bossier City’s PJ’s Coffee and surprised locals at the counter. The Cares Krewe bought coffee and breakfast for coworkers before they headed into the office, and even sent them to work with some sweet treats for their office.
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2 weeks ago | 
yahoo.com | Marissa Diaz
BOSSIER CITY, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — Starting the day off with complimentary coffee and breakfast from PJ’s Coffee is always a good day! More Cares Krewe community surprises Ya’Lisha Gatewood took over the Cares Krewe to try her hand at being a barista at Bossier City’s PJ’s Coffee and surprised locals at the counter. The Cares Krewe bought coffee and breakfast for coworkers before they headed into the office, and even sent them to work with some sweet treats for their office.
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2 weeks ago | 
ktalnews.com | Marissa Diaz |Alexandra Meachum
BLANCHARD, La. (KTAL/KMSS)—The Cares Krewe team was happy to show some kindness at the pump. Alexandra Meachum took over the Cares Krewe this week to help brighten the day of local community members. Cares Krewe had the chance to meet a lovely, 74-year-old Miss Carter, who recently lost her significant other. She was very gracious and could not stop thanking the Cares Krewe. “Appreciate that very much. That’s very kind, thank you so much,” said Miss Carter.
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2 weeks ago | 
yahoo.com | Marissa Diaz
BLANCHARD, La. (KTAL/KMSS)—The Cares Krewe team was happy to show some kindness at the pump. More Cares Krewe surprises Alexandra Meachum took over the Cares Krewe this week to help brighten the day of local community members. Cares Krewe had the chance to meet a lovely, 74-year-old Miss Carter, who recently lost her significant other. She was very gracious and could not stop thanking the Cares Krewe. “Appreciate that very much. That’s very kind, thank you so much,” said Miss Carter.
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2 weeks ago | 
ktalnews.com | Marissa Diaz
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – The 2025 Fit For Life Health, Wellness, and Lifestyle Expo is soon approaching!The ultimate goal of the 2025 Fit For Life Health, Wellness, and Lifestyle Expo is for community members to learn how they and their loved ones can be healthier and improve their overall health, the quality of their lives, and be Fit For Life.
