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Shreveport
Saturday, August 30th, 2025
Good morning, Shreveport. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Katrina evacuees in Shreveport rebuilt their lives with strong local help after the storm caused major losses; Lashon Paul Stubbs reunited with her husband to start a catering business while restaurant owner Duc Duong built Kim’s Seafood on Benton Rd.—Community members celebrated their resilience when they held a free meal on Katrina’s 20-year anniversary. KTBS
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The free Highland Jazz and Blues Festival is scheduled for Saturday, September 13 at Columbia Park in Shreveport’s Historic Highland Neighborhood. Families will enjoy three music stages, a children’s art area, a pet-friendly zone, over 60 vendors, and headliner Kenny Neal with his seven-piece band — a free shuttle runs from Mall St. Vincent during the day. KTAL
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Officials reported that Northwood High School and Donnie Bickham Middle School were closed Friday due to a power outage. SWEPCO expected power restoration by 6 p.m.—buses transported students and parents were advised to pick up their children. KTBS
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Last week, a former high school linebacker from Dallas, an All-State kicker from south Louisiana, and an offensive guard reconnected with a local reporter to share updates that show a lasting high school camaraderie—bonds that have extended nearly fifty years beyond the football field. Shreveport Bossier Journal
- ➤ Louisiana Downs in Bossier City will host eight races today starting at 3:35 p.m.—the Louisiana Cup Stakes card includes six $75,000 stakes races and a one-hour registration for four $1,000 college scholarships beginning at 2:35 p.m.— drawing local racing fans. Shreveport Bossier Journal
- ➤ LSUS baseball’s perfect record of 59-0 was honored with a concrete home plate unveiled as part of the Northwest Louisiana Walk of Stars in downtown Shreveport on Thursday — a tribute to the Pilots' historic season. LSUS coach Brad Neffendorf and university officials celebrated the induction as they look forward to continuing the winning streak. Shreveport Bossier Journal
- ➤ LSU will play Clemson today at 6:30 p.m. CT at Death Valley — the Tigers try to end a streak of five season-opening losses. The team learned on Thursday that its transfer safety A.J. Haulcy will miss the first half for unsportsmanlike conduct. Shreveport Bossier Journal
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Pre Labor Day Festival
5-10 p.m. — Festival Plaza — General admission — Celebrate the 14th Annual Shreveport Blues & Southern Soul Festival with live music and fun.
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The Hollow Decks - 90s Music Night
9-11 p.m. — Strange Brew LLC — $15 at the door — Relive the glory days of the 90s with pop, rock, and grunge from The Hollow Decks.
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Visit Shreveport-Bossier Hospitality Breakfast
8-9 AM — Supperclub — $15 — Network and share insights with local industry partners over breakfast.
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Hudson Westbrook: Texas Forever Fall Tour
8-9:30 p.m. — Shreveport Municipal Auditorium — Tickets on sale June 25 — Experience the country music sensation Hudson Westbrook live for one night only!
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4th Annual Mane Attraction Car Show
1-9 p.m. — State Fairgrounds — Free venue parking — Rev your engines and showcase your hottest rides at this thrilling car showcase.
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Fall in Love at the Movies
7-9 p.m. — Earl G Williamson Park — Free entry — Enjoy a romantic movie under the stars with The Princess Bride featuring love, adventure, and comedy.
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16th Annual Bunco Bash & Silent Auction
6-10 p.m. — Bally's Shreveport Casino & Hotel — Ticket sales ended — Enjoy an evening of fun and fundraising for the Renzi Education & Art Center.
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