Good morning, Shreveport.

Gov. Jeff Landry signed an executive order on June 2 to fund teacher and support staff pay raises by reducing non-instructional spending by $168 million from the Minimum Foundation Program to provide a one-time stipend; the order awaits two-thirds legislative approval before taking effect on July 1.

Smith Road Bridge over Red Chute Bayou reopened Thursday morning after crews removed the final road closure signage, and the upgraded bridge featuring a 40-foot span replacing a 15-foot wooden span is located 1.6 miles east of U.S.-71 and 3.8 miles west of Highway-527.

DOTD applied the final layer of new asphalt on LA 530 from LA 538 to I-49 near Oil City, marking a $4.7 million milestone.

The contractor now begins paving driveway tie-ins, with upcoming work including guardrail installation, roadway striping — and seeding, as lane closures allow progress until late summer.

Calvary Baptist Academy's state champion softball team is poised to claim its first national title as it holds the No. 1 spot in MaxPreps rankings.

The unbeaten Lady Cavaliers won the state crown last month and coach Tiffany Frazier Wood said a neutral-site matchup against top teams is being planned.

Former Captain Shreve star Kendrick Law will miss his rookie NFL season after tearing his knee ligament, Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell said on Thursday during an offseason workout.

The fifth-round pick, chosen to add depth behind established receivers, is expected to remain sidelined.

Calvary's Kynzee Anderson earned Class 2A Most Outstanding Player honors and led her team to a sixth straight championship, while coach Tiffany Wood was named Coach of the Year for guiding her team to a 37-1 record at Calvary Baptist Academy after key contests on May 3.

Five-star defensive end Jaiden Bryant flipped his commitment from LSU to Miami on Wednesday, ranking as the No. 2 edge rusher in the nation and a top-20 recruit from South Carolina — his decision leaves LSU with fewer pledges in a class dominated by Louisiana talent.

LSWA named Calvary Baptist’s Kynzee Anderson as the softball Outstanding Player for a second time while Ouachita Christian’s Ridge Coats earned baseball Outstanding Player honors; coaches Tiffany Wood (Calvary Baptist) and Pat Adams (Isidore Newman) received Coach of the Year recognition on June 4.

St. John senior Charli Neumann and Cedar Creek junior Kade Luker were named Most Outstanding Players for LSWA Class 1A softball and baseball on June 4.

Central Catholic’s Brent Hidalgo and Grand Lake’s Ryan Monceaux earned Coach of the Year honors after playoff successes.

Calvary Baptist head football coach Rodney Guin now leads the Caddo-Bossier all-time wins list with 217 wins (one more win than former leader Lee Hedges), while current coaches Dennis Dunn and Coy Brotherton trail behind.

The 50th Independence Bowl will kick off in prime time on Tuesday, Dec.

22 at 7:30 p.m. on ESPN. Officials say the game will showcase local tradition and boost community revenue as it draws a prime TV audience before Christmas.

Choudrant native Sam Burns returns to the PGA Tour today at The Memorial in Dublin, Ohio at 8:40 a.m. and is paired with Akshay Bhatia; he took a two-week break to regroup after a strong stretch last season (earning three top-20 finishes).

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.