Good morning, Shreveport.

On Friday evening, Shreveport kicked off its America 250 celebration in the Red River District with the inaugural Red, White and Boom event, which featured live music, games, food, and a patriotic light show beneath the Bakowski Bridge of Lights.

Louisiana teachers unions and school advocates are awaiting more details on Gov. Jeff Landry’s plan to avoid a teacher pay cut after a failed constitutional amendment.

Lawmakers consider shifting $150 million from the school funding formula (proposal pending legislative approval) to extend December stipends.

In April 2025, a load shed event left 30,000 customers without power in Caddo and Bossier because scheduled maintenance reduced power capacity; since then, SWEPCO and AEP have planned upgrades (including a new 765 kV line) to boost grid reliability, though the benefits will take years.

Underclassmen dominated the LSWA Class C All-State baseball and softball teams today as Brooklyn Hebert (Northside Christian) earned softball MVP honors and Rylan Davis (Claiborne Christian) was named baseball MVP, with coaches Jade Losavio and Joshua Uchtmann recognized as Coaches of the Year.

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.

39th Annual Let The Good Times Roll Festival

Time TBA — Festival Plaza — Free entry — Celebrate the vibrant culture of Shreveport with food, music, and family fun at this annual festival.

The Music Man Musical

8-11 p.m. — The Strand Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the charm of a fast-talking salesman and the town librarian in this Tony Award-winning musical comedy.

Casey Martin Concert

5-9 p.m. — East Ridge Country Club — Cost not specified — Enjoy a live performance by local country musician Casey Martin in a picturesque setting.

Rozay's 4th Annual Pool Party

4-10 p.m. — Dare Pool at Horseshoe Bossier City — Check ticket price — Celebrate Rozay's birthday with good drinks, great music, and summer fun.