How to Register Your Caddo Block Party for National Night Out

While most of the country celebrated National Night Out over a month ago on August 6, national organizers didn't consider the heat we experience here in the south.

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With those soaring temperatures in mind, each year here in Northwest Louisiana, we elect to move that night to a little later in the year when things are slightly more comfortable.

The date for our local National Night Out this year is Tuesday, October 1, and several local law enforcement agencies are already busy making plans to help the public celebrate the night.

One of those agencies is the Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office which is currently accepting applications for National Night Out from residents in the unincorporated areas of Caddo Parish who want to close their streets for block parties on October 1st.

In a notice from CPSO, we learn that applications for the street blocking permit can be obtained at the sheriff's north and south substations or at the Patrol Office, located at 4910 North Market Street, Shreveport.

Completed applications must be returned to the nearest Sheriff's Office substation by this Thursday, September 20. If approved, the permit will allow you to block portions of your street.

During National Night Out, residents are encouraged to take a public stand against crime by participating in neighborhood gatherings and crime prevention events.

Sheriff Henry Whitehorn, Sr. stated, "It’s a great opportunity to meet your neighbors, show support for law enforcement, and learn what’s happening close to home. Criminals can’t win if we are united in our approach to fight crime."

For more information about National Night Out, please contact Lieutenant Breck Scott, the Public Information Officer at 318-681-0666.