Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 7th of June.
Good morning, Shreveport.
🎓 Education
Louisiana public schools have seen enrollment drop by 25% while staff grew nearly 20% over the past decade, heightening budget concerns.
Gov. Jeff Landry has proposed cutting nearly $170 million in state funding to align spending with falling student numbers + officials warn more job cuts may follow.
🏥 Health
A report released today shows that registered nurses in Louisiana earn an average of $84,110, below the national average of $93,600 + lower living costs boost their buying power.
The report also outlines wages for roles ranging from CNAs to CRNAs.
🏈 Sports
LSWA Class 3A teams recognized Jena's Kiette Cooper as the top softball pitcher and Westlake's Hadley Hardesty as the standout in baseball.
Westlake coach Blake Reed and Sterlington coach Jeff Tannehill each earned coach of the year honors, with Reed leading his team to its first state title since 1996.
Senior point guard Jada Williams is set to join LSU women’s basketball after an All-Big 12 season at Iowa State, where she averaged 15.3 points & 7.7 assists per game.
The move is expected to strengthen the team this season.
🎉 Shreveport Events
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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.
🏠 Shreveport Real Estate
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