Good morning, Shreveport.

On Friday, May 15, the Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services hosted its Foster Care Community Listening Tour in Shreveport, where foster caregivers, advocates, and community partners discussed challenges and steps to improve child welfare as National Foster Care Month was observed.

Residents in Shreveport can learn to grow food at no cost with the LA Urban Gardening Initiative.

The program offers hands-on guidance for turning local yards into productive gardens.

Law enforcement officials will participate in the Torch Run for Special Olympics LA in Shreveport, a local event designed to support athletes and boost community spirit.

Gov. Jeff Landry and Caturus approved a $13B LNG plant in Cameron Parish on May 15 — part of a $107B industrial boom that includes data centers and steel investments.

The project is expected to generate over $3B in annual export revenue when operations begin in 2030.

Southern University held a commencement on Friday in Baton Rouge, conferring posthumous degrees to Caleb Wilson and Kavon Barnhill.

Wilson's parents carried a poster of him on stage as graduates remembered his role in the marching band while his death raised calls to end hazing practices.

More than 100 Caddo high school seniors will walk to graduation next week already holding an associate degree earned through a partnership with Southern University at Shreveport.

The program — started in 2017 and now expanded to six schools — prepares students for quicker entry into college and the workforce.

Northwestern State University ROTC cadets, including Christian Holmes from Shreveport, were commissioned as second lieutenants on May 13 with a family ceremony on May 14 at NSU — Holmes will serve as a chemical officer and his peers begin their Army roles in Armor and logistics.

Louisiana voters are weighing Amendment No. 3 today, a measure that would give school teachers a permanent $2,250 raise by using funds from three trust funds to pay down teacher retirement debt.

Supporters say the change offers certainty — opponents warn it could cut vital education funds.

On Thursday, a tribute was paid to 52 fallen law enforcement officers (from multiple local agencies) during a ceremony at the Law Enforcement/Firefighters Memorial on the Shreveport riverfront off Clyde Fant Parkway; Shreveport Mayor Tom Arceneaux and Bossier City Mayor Tommy Chandler declared a special day for these officers.

Centenary basketball coach J.A.

Anglin signed five north Louisiana prep standouts (including Shreveport's Niran Ogunyemi and Huntington's A.J. Dixon Jr) as part of his 2026 recruiting class, emphasizing local talent. The move follows his hire last summer and reinforces his plan to boost community players.

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.

PAINT & Praise

3-6 p.m. — Hattie Perry Park — Free entry — Unleash your creativity and uplift your spirit with an afternoon of painting, worship, and connection.