Good morning, Shreveport.

The Arc Caddo-Bossier will host its Go for the Gold 5K & ½ Mile Fun Run on Saturday, Mar.

21 at A.C. Steere Park in Shreveport. Packet pick-up & carb loading events will occur on March 19 & 20, and awards will support the Goldman School & Child Development Centers.

The Caddo Parish Commission launched its first-ever Rising Star Talent Competition for students 6 to 19, offering multiple performance categories before celebrity judges.

Sign-ups began at midnight on Monday and winners will receive a cash award & studio sessions along with opportunities to perform live throughout the parish.

For more than 90 years, the Junior League has served the community through projects and over 4,000 volunteer hours each year.

Shreveport and Bossier residents can support its mission by volunteering, donating or attending events (like Designer Bag Bingo) to strengthen local impact.

Drivers in the ArkLaTex face a sharp gas price hike as prices rose from $2.58 last week to $3.04 today due to rising conflict in the Middle East, and AAA advises checking tire pressure and air conditioning use for better fuel efficiency.

A 16-inch water main break is sending chlorine-contaminated water into tributaries behind homes near Jefferson Paige Road — repair crews from Water and Sewer are working on the leak today while officials monitor for fluctuations in pressure; residents with water issues should call the department.

After years of decline, paddlefish are starting to thrive in Caddo Lake as conservation groups work to replicate natural spring floods that clear gravel spawning areas — Shreveport Aquarium now releases juvenile fish to bolster the population.

On March 9, 2026, a 4.9 earthquake shook northwest Louisiana, with residents reporting shaking beds and vibrating walls.

Experts say quakes above 4.0 occur infrequently, while lesser tremors occur about five times yearly — a result of gradual movement along shallow growth faults.

Meteorologist Evan reported that severe storms will hit the ArkLaTex this week — he also noted a recent rise in earthquake activity across local areas.

Residents should monitor updates for safety changes.

The Louisiana DOTD announced that LA 789 bridge over Foster Creek will close from Monday, March 16 to Friday, March 20 for piling repairs; motorists are urged to use a detour on alternate routes and exercise caution near the work area (approximately 4.3 miles south of the LA 169 intersection).

Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry asked lawmakers on March 9 to double funding for the LA Gator program from $44 million to $88 million to help families choose private schooling.

He also proposed a new Louisiana Office of Health and Nutrition to boost community health.

Governor Jeff Landry proposed a constitutional amendment in Baton Rouge Monday to secure permanent teacher pay raises and work toward eliminating the state income tax (to boost the Teachers’ Retirement System).

The measure will be on the May ballot to support more stable education funding.

LSUS men’s basketball will host NAIA tournament games at The Dock Friday and Saturday with tailgate festivities from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday (they face No. 15 Tougaloo at 7 p.m.) as the team begins its national title chase.

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.