Good morning, Shreveport.

Jerry Glenn Rogers won KSLA’s 2026 Yard of the Week contest on May 7 (the first winner announced) as his yard impressed local judges.

BOM Bank sponsored Designer Bag Bingo hosted by the Junior League of Shreveport-Bossier to support local programs including MAGIC (Mentoring Ambitious Girls to Inspire Change), Red River Revel’s Artist for a Day and the JLSB Red Apron Pantry, and the bank team joined the event to celebrate community impact.

The Louisiana State Exhibit Museum hosts the closing event for Sea Monsters Unearthed: Going Extinct! today through Sunday from 12-4 p.m. The free, family-friendly exhibit features a full mosasaur skeleton, a recreated dig site, and a 2 p.m. special presentation on Sunday, created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution.

Louisiana Economic Development held its Spotlight Louisiana Awards on Thursday at the Manship Theatre to honor five small businesses driving job growth and innovation.

Donaldsonville-based Marks Construction was named Small and Emerging Business of the Year while other winners received awards for entrepreneurial leadership and innovation.

Senate Bill 82 to restrict four-day school weeks stalled after lawmakers proposed many exemptions for local districts — a move that leaves future changes in limbo ahead of the June 1 session.

Louisiana approved a recreational alligator hunting season for up to 5,000 lottery-selected hunters, each with a two-gator limit using hook and line on designated property.

Gov. Landry signed the bill May 7, and the season may start as soon as Oct.1 (a controlled method to manage a 3 million alligator population).

Plain Dealing senior Brianna Newton won gold in shot put and discus at the LHSAA Outdoor Track Field Championships at LSU’s Bernie Moore Track Stadium on Thursday using a final discus throw to claim a double title; junior Jakayla Douglas achieved a personal best in the high jump.

Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl Foundation announced a 50th anniversary celebration featuring online fan campaigns, downtown fireworks + themed tailgate experiences, and a free youth football clinic that will run Saturday, June 6 from 8-11 a.m. at Independence Stadium with registration limited to 400 participants.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Casey Martin Live

6-10 p.m. — Casa Jimador — Entry fee varies — Enjoy an evening of live Country music with local talent Casey Martin.

Casey Martin Live Performance

6:00–10:00 p.m. — Live Casino & Hotel Louisiana — Check for ticket prices — Enjoy a night of country music with local star Casey Martin.

Caddo's Rising Star

6-8 p.m. — Shreveport Convention Center — Free entry — Celebrate local talent and discover Caddo's brightest stars in a lively community event.