Good morning, Shreveport.

Bessie D. Smith Park is featured in the ArkLaTex Backyard segment & offers murals, a playground, a walking path & picnic facilities at 412 E.

Olive Street. The park is open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily for community recreation.

A Shreveport teen won National American Miss Louisiana Teen 2026, marking a proud showcase of local talent.

Her achievement highlights community excellence and sets the stage for upcoming local events.

Chef Niema DiGrazia represented the Shreveport-Bossier region at the ESSENCE Festival in New Orleans as she reinvented shrimp and grits and joined a panel on culinary traditions (Taste of the Diaspora), highlighting Northwest Louisiana's rich food culture and earning national attention.

GUNAA Shreveport chapter will host the 2026 National Convention in the city, drawing attendees for a national meeting (details pending).

Caddo Parish will sign a $1-per-year lease with the YMCA of Northwest Louisiana in southeast Shreveport for a planned pickleball park.

The park — a multi-court complex costing about $10 million — aims to meet rising demand and attract regional tournaments.

Up to six LSU Health Shreveport PA students will receive scholarships covering tuition and fees through the H.E.R.O. grant from the Louisiana Department of Health — they must serve at rural hospitals for two to three years to boost primary care access.

The Louisiana Department of Health reported 23 cyclospora cases, including one hospitalization, on Wednesday.

Officials advised residents to wash fresh produce thoroughly while the investigation into the outbreak, which is common in summer, continues.

Louisiana WIC participants must pick up a new online-enabled EBT card at their local clinic before Aug.

1. The current chip-based cards remain active through July 31 — new cards can be activated by setting a PIN via phone or using the MyWIC app.

Trent Partridge, a former BPCC baseball player and NSU grad, has been named head coach of SLU's softball team in Hammond, replacing Rick Fremin who left for Texas.

He brings a strong record from LSUA (147-62) and plans to build on a winning culture with local talent.

Shreveport native Sam Burns (turning 30 on July 23) will skip European tour events as his wife Caroline awaits the birth of their second child.

He recently posted strong finishes at The Masters and U.S. Open.

The world’s largest tournament fishing group will host its Stage 2 Bass Pro Tour from Feb.

25-28 on Caddo & Cross Lakes, featuring 50 top anglers from the region in a four-day event.

2026 NFF Red River Classic Natural Bodybuilding Competition

11 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Riverview Hall — Cash prizes — Celebrate the dedication of athletes in various bodybuilding categories at this exciting competition.

Disney's FROZEN Musical

7-9 p.m. — Marjorie Lyons Playhouse — Experience the beloved songs and story of Disney's Frozen in this magical musical adaptation.

Casey Martin Live Performance

6-10 p.m. — Live Casino & Hotel Louisiana, Curio Collection by Hilton — Ticket info not provided — Enjoy an evening of country music with local talent Casey Martin.

Casey Martin Live Performance

5:30-9:30 p.m. — East Ridge Country Club — Cost TBA — Enjoy a lively evening with country tunes from Shreveport's own Casey Martin.

Casey Martin Live Performance

6-10 p.m. — Casa Jimador — Free entry — Enjoy a night of traditional and '90s country music with local artist Casey Martin.