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Shreveport
Wednesday, April 29th, 2026
Good morning, Shreveport. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Shreveport Police officers joined autism awareness events over the weekend. They attended the Superhero Block Party – Light It Up Blue at Princess Park and the Autism Awareness Superhero Fun Run at Betty Virginia Park while promoting their Friends of the Community Program. Shreveport Bossier Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Shreveport Sun, one of the city's oldest Black-owned newspapers, ended its 105-year run last June and now has its issues from 1927 in the Black Ethnic Archives at Southern University Shreveport. The Caddo Commission recognized its historic impact in February (describing the loss as a community earthquake). The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On April 23, the Southern University Board of Supervisors approved a new law school in Shreveport, the first for North Louisiana. System leadership will begin planning for ABA accreditation, faculty hiring, and curriculum development to meet the region’s demand for legal professionals. Shreveport Bossier Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Evangel Christian players advanced to the Division III state tennis semifinals Monday at La-Monroe, as Alexander Jayroe defeated Thatcher Weeks and Zaria Curry beat Emily Shearer — both secured spots in Tuesday’s semifinal rounds. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
- ➤ LSU women's basketball has recruited guard Chloe Larry, a Tennessee Tech transfer and Bossier City native, to boost its roster for next season. She played two seasons averaging over 12 points per game and is expected to provide key depth off the bench. Shreveport Times
- ➤ Louisiana Tech announced it would move from Conference USA to the Sun Belt to cut long travel times and boost local support; the change offers closer rivalries and more accessible matchups for fans in Ruston. Shreveport Bossier Journal
- ➤ Tyrann Mathieu, nicknamed the Honey Badger, will be the featured speaker at the 2026 Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl Kickoff Dinner in Shreveport on Monday, Aug. 17 + tickets cost $75 individually or $600 for a table of eight. Shreveport Bossier Journal
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Taco Wars 2026
11 AM – 8 PM — Prize Foundation — Cost info not provided — Celebrate taco culture as local eateries compete for the best taco in Shreveport.
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Excellence in Hospitality Awards 2026
6-9 p.m. — Sam's Town Casino — Inquire for ticket pricing — Celebrate the best in local hospitality with cocktails, a buffet, and an inspiring awards program.
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Star Wars Unlimited - Planetary Qualifier
11 a.m. — Gamers XP — $40 — Battle for your chance to qualify in this exciting Star Wars Unlimited tournament at Gamers XP's new location.
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Shreveport Stuffed Shrimp Festival
11 a.m. – 8 p.m. — Festival Plaza — $5 admission, free for children under 10 — Celebrate local flavors and enjoy stuffed shrimp delicacies.
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Styx with Special Guest Edwin McCain
8-9:30 p.m. — Shreveport Municipal Auditorium — Tickets available — Experience an unforgettable night of classic rock with hits from Styx.
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The Church Picnic
7-11 p.m. — Kanteen Park — Free entry — Celebrate faith and community at a fun-filled picnic party with food, music, and joy.
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Casey Martin Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — El Jimador Mexican Grill — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of captivating Country music with Casey Martin in the heart of Shreveport.
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Casey Donahew Live at Mudbug Madness
8 PM - Midnight — MUDBUG MADNESS FESTIVAL — Ticket info not specified — Enjoy a night of country music with Casey Donahew in a vibrant local festival setting.
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Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Evening
7:00-9:30 p.m. — Shreveport Municipal Auditorium — Ticketed event — Experience the iconic sounds as Jason Bonham celebrates the legacy of Led Zeppelin behind the drum kit.
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