Good morning, Shreveport.

Downtown Strategies is leading a five-year plan to enhance downtown by connecting residential areas, historic sites and entertainment venues—initial recommendations will be due in October as small teams form to complete practical projects.

The Shreveport Chamber has named its 40 Under Forty honorees to honor local young leaders across business, health, and public service.

One honoree will be named Young Professional of the Year at the awards gala on Friday, Dec. 4 at Sam’s Town Hotel & Casino.

Amazon is hosting a public open house today from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Shreveport Convention Center (community members can ask project leaders about the proposed data center expected to create over 700 jobs while addressing public concerns about energy and water use).

KTBS aired Rice & Kendig’s Understanding the Law segment where attorney Bill Kendig explained that injury claims involving children follow different legal deadlines under state law — key details for parents to note.

Officials said Friday that Shreveport’s fluoride supply for the water system is nearly depleted because of nationwide supply chain issues and assured residents that drinking water remains safe as the city seeks alternative sources.

Local health advocates urged Caddo Parish commissioners to act immediately on maternal health care by requesting a $65,000 investment to expand services and train doulas.

The Economic Development Committee will review the proposal at its upcoming meeting.

Flaming Hotpot & Korean BBQ at 6570 Youree Drive opened its soft opening a few weeks ago, drawing a lively crowd on Monday at 8 p.m. Guests enjoyed an all-you-can-eat hotpot and grill experience with crowd favorites such as Beef Bulgogi and Garlic Chicken.

Shreveport native Sam Burns tied for 28th at the BMW Championship this past weekend in St. Louis, recording his lowest finish in three months — he secured his spot in Atlanta’s Tour Championship on Thursday and boosted his season earnings to $8.9 million.

LSUS women’s volleyball captured its first-ever win Friday at Stars Invitational at Oklahoma City University — sweeping Wayland Baptist in three sets.

The Pilots later lost to Evangel and Oklahoma City before traveling to Kentucky and New Orleans and will host Texas College on Sept. 11-12.

Local high schools will host the High School Football Jamboree Week starting Friday, Aug.

28. The event will feature football contests & activities for players and fans.