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Thursday, April 30th, 2026
Good morning, Shreveport. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Praise Temple hosted a citywide prayer event and forum today to discuss peace and mental health with neighbors, clergy, community leaders, and families. The meeting focused on youth mentoring, support for mental health, and practical steps to break the cycle of violence. KSLA
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Brookshire Grocery Co. celebrated the grand re-openings of its three remodeled stores in northwest Louisiana—two on Line Ave. and Mansfield Rd in Shreveport and one on Airline Dr in Bossier City—with ribbon-cutting ceremonies that featured a 13-foot Big Grocery Cart and $1,000 donations to local services. KTBS
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Twin brothers Mike and Mark Mangham spent over a decade merging vintage and modern photos — a method that preserves Shreveport history. They met Wednesday morning along the riverfront with KTBS 3 meteorologist Brian Fowler to discuss steamboats on the Red River. KTBS
- ➤ Shreveport's Taco Wars festival will take place at the Municipal Auditorium on May 2 from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Local taquerias will compete for the Golden Taco and Golden Molcajete awards while visitors enjoy free salsa tastings and live music by local Mariachi groups. Shreveport Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Centenary College received a $1M donation yesterday to create the John Garrett Ratcliff Endowed Chair of Philosophy in memory of alumnus Thomas Ratcliff. The gift will fund faculty research, travel, and updates to classrooms and a dedicated reading room. KSLA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A portion of LA-173 between Elder Street, North Holtzman Avenue and Common Street is set to be renamed the Dr. Harry Blake Sr. Memorial Highway after a Senate vote on April 29, honoring the civil rights pastor and activist known for his 1960s work (he died in 2020 at 85). Shreveport Times
- ➤ Bossier City's last public pool at Mike Wood Park will close this summer due to low attendance, staffing issues and safety concerns—officials plan to replace it with a splash pad by summer 2027. Construction will begin next month on a new splash pad at Meadowview Park. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Centenary Diamond Gents will begin their SCAC baseball tournament at 11 a.m. today at La Moderna Field in Cleburne, Texas — facing Concordia University in a double-elimination game after clinching a berth with a series sweep of the University of the Ozarks Eagles. Shreveport Bossier Journal
- ➤ Chloe Larry transferred from Tennessee Tech to LSU to join former Parkway teammate Mikaylah Williams; LSU coach Kim Mulkey said she will boost the team with her strong work ethic (she has two seasons of eligibility remaining). Shreveport Bossier Journal
- ➤ Local high school baseball quarterfinals begin with Calvary hosting Dunham today at 6:00 while Benton faces Destrehan on Thursday at 6:00 and Loyola plays a doubleheader Thursday at Acadiana Renaissance Charter with an if-necessary game on Friday. 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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Casey Martin Live
6-10 p.m. — Casa Jimador — Entry fee varies — Enjoy an evening of live Country music with local talent Casey Martin.
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