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Ronald McDonald House to open in Shreveport; charity seeks final funds and sign variance
Summary
Speakers gave an update on the new Ronald McDonald House near the hospitals, reported $11.4M raised toward a $12.5M project budget and requested council support for a sign variance and continued community donations; opening set for Oct. 27 (VIP) and Oct. 28 (public).
Leaders of the new Ronald McDonald House told the Shreveport City Council on Sept. 9 that construction at their facility is nearly complete, and they asked for the council’s support on a sign variance and for continued fundraising to cover operating costs.
Laurie Moore, identified in the meeting as the mission director for the house, said the facility will serve families of critically ill children from a 200-mile radius and that families will stay free of charge. “We…
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