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Shreveport
Monday, May 11th, 2026
Good morning, Shreveport. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 11th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fifteen years after Fire Chief Tommy Adams died in the line of duty, his daughter Kristen Adams graduated from LSU Health Shreveport as a doctor. Chief Clarence Reese gave her the late chief’s helmet — a cherished symbol of a legacy passed on. KSLA
- ➤ Youth Peace and Justice Foundation today announced an emergency relief fund to help Shreveport victims + the program will offer essential support, with eligibility details expected soon. KSLA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local music legend Buddy Flett died at 73 after a long career performing at the Highland Jazz and Blues Festival — organizers plan to honor his memory at this year’s event. KTBS
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A new report by national consultants commissioned by Louisiana Kids Matter finds that the longstanding school funding system does not give enough money to schools in need. Education officials called the proposed changes unworkable at a private meeting and said further review is expected. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ New earthquake monitors installed in northwest Louisiana after a March 5 quake in Coushatta are now recording many small tremors, including a 1.3 event on May 3. USGS officials say the upgrades improve data on quake clusters, which may be linked to oil and gas wastewater disposal (induced seismicity). The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Shreveport Times has opened an online vote for its non-football High School Athlete of the Week — featuring fifteen nominees from local schools including Loyola, Benton and North DeSoto — with voting continuing through Friday on the website and the winner to be announced Sunday. Shreveport Times
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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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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.
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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.
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