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Bert Kouns Industrial Loop in Shreveport received the Helen R. Walton Excellence in Community Leadership Award today—showing its strong commitment to local service. The store donated over $7,000 in grants, food, and volunteer hours—supporting important causes like food insecurity, healthcare, and wildlife conservation.

The community gathered outside Ochsner LSU Health on Monday to pray for a 7-year-old girl still in critical condition after a Sunday morning house fire in Shreveport’s Cooper Road neighborhood claimed the lives of three family members (Mildred Carter, Eureka Garner, and Nevaeh Garner) while fire officials continue to investigate the blaze.

On Saturday, Shreveport police reported that two masked men attempted to burglarize vehicles on University Drive when a homeowner discharged his firearm—striking 18 year old suspect Jamelvion Lewis who was later transported to hospital with life threatening injuries while the other suspect fled in a stolen vehicle.

Shreveport Police arrested (61) Roland Wayne Garner after a nearly six-week sexual battery investigation on April 4 for multiple alleged sexual assaults and he is now held at Caddo Correctional Center as he awaits his next court appearance.

Shreveport police are searching for Mario Franklin after a woman suffered a stab wound to the chest on March 31 in the 400 block of Egan Street & detectives have issued an arrest warrant as he is considered armed and dangerous.

Government Plaza in Shreveport will see enhanced security starting Friday as announced by the City of Shreveport, Parish of Caddo and Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office, requiring visitors to use a designated entrance and check in electronically.

The upgrades include metal detectors, X-ray machines—plus a new parking garage door—to match safety protocols at other government buildings.

Dance His High Praise

7:00-8:30 p.m. — The Strand Theatre — Affordable tickets available — Experience an uplifting evening of dance and praise at a local venue.

Golden Girls - The Laughs Continue

7-8:30 p.m. — The Strand Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an outrageous new comedy featuring the beloved Golden Girls as they navigate a wild new chapter in their lives.

Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer

6-7 p.m. — Scottish Rite Temple — Tickets selling fast — Experience the enchanting music of Hans Zimmer performed by a string quartet under candlelight.

Young Life's Fun-In-The-Sun Run 5k

8:00-10:15 a.m. — Young Life — Entry fee unknown — Participate in a vibrant community run to benefit camp experiences for local kids.

PMP Certification Training

9 AM – 5 PM — Hotel Shreveport Louisiana — $1599 — Transform your project management skills with 32 hours of hands-on training and certification preparation.

Shreveport Blues Festival

8:00-9:30 p.m. — Brookshire Grocery Arena — Enjoy soulful blues performances at the 17th Annual Shreveport Blues Festival.

Taco Wars Festival

Taco Wars — Daytime — Shreveport Municipal Auditorium — Entry TBA — Experience the Ark-La-Tex's biggest taco festival featuring local taquerias competing for the best taco and salsa!

No Guarantee Group Meeting

7-8 p.m. — St. Luke's United Methodist — Free entry — Participate in a welcoming discussion focused on recovery and support for newcomers.

Cinco de Mayo Tequila Tasting

6-7:30 p.m. — The Bell — Must be 21+ — Enjoy premium tequila paired with chocolate and authentic tacos in a festive celebration.

Derby Day 5 Miler & 5K

7:30-9:30 a.m. — D1 Training Shreveport — $25-$40 — Participate in a fun-running event featuring both 5-mile and 5k races.