Surprise--Louisiana is now honoring Acadian Day on Black Friday.
That means today (Wed.) and Saturday are the last 2 days to early vote for the Dec. 5 election.
The Registrar of Voter's Office is open from 8:30 a.m. until 6 p.m. It is located in the Ward Building on the corner of Marshall Street and Milam Street.
On street parking will be a breeze today because very few people are downtown. Parking is free on Saturday.
There are NO lines at the Registrar's Office.
All Caddo citizens can vote on a constitutional amendment.
There is a run off between Emily Settle Merckle and Edward Mouton for Shreveport city judge.
Hosston residents vote on police chief and mayor.
There is a justice of peace ward 6 run-off between Billy Gaston, Jr. and Kevin McClure.
There are several contested races for the Republican State Central Committee.
John came to Shreveport in January of 1977 when he was transferred to Barksdale AFB.
He’s been active in Shreveport politics since deciding to make Shreveport his home.
John practiced law for 40 years and he now monitors local politics. He regularly attends Shreveport City Council and Caddo Parish Commission meetings.
John is published weekly in The Inquisitor, bi-monthly in The Forum News, and frequently in the Shreveport Times.
He enjoys addressing civic groups on local government issues and elections.