Good morning, Shreveport.

A lineman was shocked while repairing power lines during a January winter storm and is now recovering after a second surgery at a local hospital (details on his condition were not provided).

Visit Shreveport-Bossier CEO Stacy Brown has been named a 2026 Virginia K.

Shehee Most Influential Woman honoree, recognizing her strong leadership in boosting local tourism.

Allegiant Airlines is extending its non-stop flights from Shreveport Regional Airport to Orlando this fall; fares start at $73 and tickets for summer and fall are on sale now.

Twin brothers Mark and Mike Mangham used AI to restore nearly 100-year-old Mardi Gras photos from Shreveport parades discovered at a local library, enhancing torn and faded images with color (a project that preserves the city’s vibrant history) while honoring past celebrations.

Louisiana’s congressional delegation helped secure $86 million in federal funding to boost technology at Air Force Global Strike Command based at Barksdale Air Force Base — the area’s largest employer.

The funding will help the base modernize its capabilities to meet mission needs worldwide.

Sen. Sam Jenkins issued a statement on Tuesday mourning Rev.

Jesse Jackson, who died at 84 after a lifetime of civil rights activism including marches with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Jenkins recalled meeting Jackson at the Capitol in Baton Rouge — his words honored a legacy that changed communities.

LSU Health Shreveport’s Center for Brain Health will host a free Parkinson’s forum on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Center for Medical Education building at 1501 Kings Highway & experts will cover symptoms, treatments, and caregiving, with free lunch, T-shirts, and live streaming for advance registrants.

Twelve local girls teams qualified for LHSAA playoffs this week.

Defending champion Huntington earned a bye in Select Division I and will host a second-round game with Captain Shreve, while Haughton and Parkway play first-round games on Wednesday and Thursday at 6:00 p.m. (schedule pending).

Benton and Calvary advanced to the state soccer semifinals after winning overtime in Monday’s LHSAA quarterfinals at Messmer Stadium — Benton edged Northshore and Calvary upset top-seeded St. Thomas Aquinas, while Loyola and Caddo Magnet lost.

Viking 5K, 10K, & 13.1M Race

8 AM – 12 PM — Stoner Avenue Skate Plaza — Registration required — Compete in a fun-filled running event with distances for everyone.

Micro Wrestling All Stars Show

8-10 p.m. — Big Country — Tickets from $27.37 — Experience the thrill of Pint-Sized Tiny Titans in an exciting wrestling showdown.

WSA Grand National

7 a.m. — Shreveport Convention Center — $25 adults, $15 children 6-10, free for kids 5 and under — Celebrate water sports with competitions and family-friendly activities.

Autism 5k & Fun Run

1-3:15 p.m. — 5720 Buncombe Rd, Shreveport, LA — Registration fees apply — Participate in a spirited 5k and Fun Run to support autism awareness.