Good morning, Shreveport.

Robinson’s Rescue will host its SSNIP Voucher Day on March 12 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at its clinic on 2515 Line Avenue, where income-qualifying residents from Caddo and Bossier Parish can complete paperwork for free spay/neuter services (surgery will be scheduled later).

Dutch Bros Coffee is set to open its first drive-thru in Shreveport in early 2026 at 9501 Mansfield Rd — next to ALDI.

The shop will offer specialty beverages and fast service to the local community.

Shreveport Regional Arts Council held a Fly By kickoff at the Capri Theatre on March 3 to reveal the 2026 'VA-BOOM!

An epic collision of superheroes & villains!' theme for its Christmas in the Sky fundraiser, which will be held on Dec. 12 at Louisiana Downs Casino & Racetrack.

Shreveport-Bossier residents attended the NWLA Career & Job Fair in Bossier City on March 4, exploring more than 70 job opportunities.

Organizers say the event offered practical employment leads for local job seekers.

Caddo Public Schools is hosting a Pre-K Round Up today and tomorrow at local elementary schools so families can register children turning four by Sept.

30 for the 2026–2027 school year + receive free school supplies when accepted by May 31.

Caddo Superintendent Keith Burton announced that Jana Panos, a C.E.

Byrd High School alumna, will become the new principal this spring as she replaces Jerry Badgley following his final year leading the school. Panos is known for her strong instructional leadership and commitment to student success.

Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry directed public schools to display donated Ten Commandments posters in classrooms, assuring support for complying schools.

Grant Parish superintendent Erin Stokes said all classrooms will have posters by week’s end — the state Board of Elementary and Secondary Education will update policy next week.

Most of Shreveport now has near normal water pressure nearly a week after a 42-inch water main broke Sunday, but west Shreveport still faces issues from trapped air.

City crews are installing a temporary line while volunteers distribute bottled water from several sites — residents remain under a boil advisory.

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.

Dare 2 Shine 1st Annual Talent Show

10:30 PM — Cherokee Park Elementary School — Free entry — Celebrate local talent at this exciting neighborhood showcase.

National Collegiate Wrestling Championship

10 AM – 1 PM — Brookshire Grocery Arena — N/A — Witness the future stars of collegiate wrestling compete for glory.

An Intimate Night with Darrin Henson

7-9:30 p.m. — Nard Multimedia Group — No refunds — Enjoy an evening of networking and conversation with Darrin Henson.

Lucky 5K/10K/Half Marathon

8 a.m. — Walker Place Park — Registration fee applies — Chase the rainbow in this celebratory running event filled with magic and community spirit.

Visit Shreveport-Bossier Hospitality Breakfast

9-10 a.m. — 2439 Fairfield A Bed & Breakfast — Free entry — Network with local industry partners while enjoying a breakfast meal.

Daisy Dash 5k

8:00 – 10:15 AM — MLK Health Center & Pharmacy — Proceeds support no-cost healthcare for the uninsured — Participate in a spirited dash for a great cause.