Puff is the Digital Managing Editor for Townsquare Media in Shreveport, LA as well Killeen-Temple and Lufkin, TX and Texarkana, Arkansas. Puff graduated with a journalism degree from Louisiana State University Shreveport. He is super passionate about sports and local history.
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The Blues Foundation Rescinds Kenny Wayne Shepherd’s Award Nomination
Shreveporter Kenny Wayne Shepherd was nominated for the Blues Music Awards 'Best Blues Rock Artist'. However, that nomination has now been rescinded.
Risk of Severe Weather in Shreveport This Week
Tornadoes, hail and extreme thunder storms are all possible this week in Shreveport.
LSUS to Hold Virtual Graduation Ceremony – Despite Pushback from Students
The Shreveport University is going against the wishes of the student population and making the Spring ceremony a virtual event.
Should Teachers Make $70k a Year? One Texas Rep Thinks So
The annual pay of teachers has always been a hot topic across the country. Most people believe teachers should be paid more for what they do, but nobody has been able to agree on what that amount should be. Well, one Texas representative is pushing to raise the minimum salary for teachers to $70,000 a year in the Lone Star state...
Will Drew Brees Retire or Return to the Saints?
There's been no word about whether or not Drew Brees will be returning to the Saints next season.
COVID Relief Bill Passes, More Stimulus Checks Are on the Way
The House passed a $1.9 trillion COVID relief bill that includes $1,400 stimulus checks.
Waterproof, Louisiana and All the Other Weird U.S. Town Names
From Ding Dong to Waterproof, there are some truly strange town names in the United States.
Vinyl Record Sales Surge – No, This Isn’t a Headline From the 60s
Believe it or not, after being pretty much dead since 1991, vinyl records are making a huge comeback.
What Happened to the Flu This Year?
According to some new medical research, there was virtually no flu season this year. In fact, there were hardly any documented cases of the flu at all anywhere.
Shreveport Has a ‘Marginal’ Risk of Severe Storms – Here’s What That Means
The National Weather Service says Shreveport faces a 'marginal' risk of severe storms...but what does that actually mean?
Is More Extreme Weather Making Its Way to Shreveport?
Last week, Louisiana was getting pounded by snow and ice. This week, it looks like extreme thunderstorms and hail are on the way.
The Haunted History of Shreveport’s Municipal Auditorium
Shreveport's Municipal Auditorium is said to be haunted by everyone from Elvis to a little girl. Get the story behind the Muni's haunted history here.