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Shreveport
Tuesday, May 12th, 2026
Good morning, Shreveport. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Shreveport NAACP leaders restored the chapter to boost voter outreach & education after the Supreme Court ruling on Louisiana's congressional map, which raised concerns about fair representation. The group will increase membership and engage young voters ahead of Saturday's election. Shreveport Times
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Shreveport blues musician Buddy Flett died at 73; he was a local fixture who performed at the Highland Jazz and Blues Festival for 20 years and mentored younger artists. Flett toured with Kenny Wayne Shepherd and his work helped shape the local blues scene. Shreveport Times
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Louisiana Works will host hiring events to aid displaced Spirit Airlines workers; details on times and locations will be shared soon *check updates*. KSLA
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ At 4019 Fern Ave, Doc’s Sandwich Shop and Deli offers upscale Italian sandwiches and a rich Smash Burger made with fresh-baked bread from Lowder Baking Company — a local visitor said the flavors brought back memories of Boston’s best delis. Shreveport Bossier Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ BOM Bank supports the Louisiana Thunder 13U Travel Ball team in Haughton by donating funds to cover travel expenses, equipment costs, and tournament fees — a boost for young athletes building teamwork this season. Shreveport Bossier Journal
- ➤ North Caddo’s Nasiyah Collins won both the girls’ 100m and 200m dashes Friday and Saturday at Bernie Moore Stadium — heavy rains impacted the schedule. Other local track stars, including Braden Carter and Brianna Newton, added to 10 local victories over the weekend. Shreveport Bossier Journal
- ➤ LSUS and four other NAIA teams begin the regional baseball tournament at Pilot Field today, with games set for 11 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. and LSUS scheduled to pitch at 6 p.m. Rain may delay game times (updates online). Shreveport Bossier Journal
- ➤ Shreveport native Sam Burns shot a 7-under 64 on Sunday at Truist Championship at Quail Hollow Golf Club, finishing tied for 37th with an $82,000 check that lifted his season purse to $2.4 million, and now heads to the PGA Championship (his best round in three months). Shreveport Bossier Journal
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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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