Sunday, March 29th, 2026
Good morning, Shreveport. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 29th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Coach Callie Carmichael launched the Blanchard Warriors, an adaptive baseball league for children with disabilities in north Caddo Parish. The league uses whiffle balls and modified bats and welcomed 400 players with community leaders in attendance. KSLA
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ LSU Health Shreveport hosted its fifth annual Cancer Survivorship Walkathon on Saturday at Betty Virginia Park, where survivors, students and healthcare professionals joined a walk that celebrated strength and funded the center's Wellness & Integrative Medicine Program. KSLA
- ➤ State lawmakers advanced a bill to create an Office of Health Nutrition within LDH that will coordinate programs on nutrition, chronic disease prevention, and physical fitness. The effort, which includes shifting WIC and the Governor’s Council on Physical Fitness to the new office, aims to improve health outcomes for Louisianans. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ State officials are considering a proposal to ban prop bets after recent sports betting scandals where players intentionally underperformed in NBA, MLB and NCAA games came to light. The proposal is now discussed following these high-profile incidents. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
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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.
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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.
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Shreveport Soul Flower Music Fest
2-9 p.m. — Festival Plaza — Kids 8 and under free — An unforgettable celebration of Soul, R&B, and Hip-Hop with music, food, games, and great vibes.
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The Sundress Soirée
12-4 p.m. — Kanteen Park — Free entry — Experience a stylish day filled with sunshine, smiles, and great company.
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Liverpool Legends - Beatles Tribute Show
7-10 p.m. — The Strand Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the magic of The Beatles with the Grammy-nominated Liverpool Legends in a special tribute performance.
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