Good morning, Shreveport.

Kells Promotions and Meadolyn’s Event Center are hosting a Sunday Gospel Brunch on September 21 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. (event time) at 6350 Venecia Drive in Bossier City where guests will enjoy food, live gospel music and fellowship for people of faith.

Centenary College is hosting its 38th Annual Book Bazaar with events held Friday, Sept 12 and today at the Centenary Fitness Center — Friday's hours were 4 to 9 p.m. and today's are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

A Climate Central study found that summer days now stretch longer in many US cities, with Baton Rouge adding 21 extra days and Shreveport 16 due to urban growth—changes that could increase heat risks for outdoor workers and those without air conditioning.

Gov. Jeff Landry wrote a letter to Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick asking if Louisiana can keep leftover broadband funds for state-led projects in artificial intelligence, education and workforce training.

The state's new plan will spend $499 million to connect households — saving $250 million from an earlier proposal — and guidance is expected by Oct. 1.

Louisiana Congressmen Cleo Fields and Troy Carter, both HBCU graduates, condemned the threats that forced five HBCU campuses into lockdown — with class cancellations in effect until the weekend — and called on the FBI to investigate the incidents.

Transportation officials said I-20 is 91% complete and will finish between December and February while the Jimmie Davis Bridge is 39% complete and set to finish by mid to late 2027—officials announced a preferred alignment for the I-49 inner city connector with a public hearing planned in December.

Several local high school football teams remain undefeated after Week 2 in Shreveport-Bossier.

Evangel Christian Academy beat Natchitoches Central 48+21 and Haughton edged Byrd 36+35 in overtime while other games featured strong scoring plays.

Mansfield rallied on Thursday at Jerry Burton Memorial Stadium to beat Green Oaks 28-22 after trailing early — star running back Terrell Pegues rushed for 253 yards to drive the comeback.

The Wolverines improved to 2-0 and will face Northwood next Friday as Green Oaks hosts Booker T. Washington on Saturday.

Southwood broke its 46-game losing streak when the team defeated Arcadia on Thursday night at Lee Hedges Stadium in Shreveport—this win boosts local confidence for a stronger season ahead.

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.

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.

Chicken & Blues Festival

10 AM – 10 PM — Louisiana State University in Shreveport — Cost TBD — Celebrate the rich cultural heritage of blues music and culinary delights with local flavors and community spirit.

Lyle Lovett Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — The Strand Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the genre-blending sounds of Lyle Lovett from country to jazz in an intimate theatre setting.

The Rock Orchestra By Candlelight

8-9:30 p.m. — Shreveport Municipal Auditorium — Tickets on sale now — A classical spin on legendary Rock & Metal in a uniquely dark atmosphere.

Autumn Breeze Road Race

7:30-9:30 a.m. — Uptown Center — Entry fee varies from $27 to $40 — Get ready to run in this scenic road race through fall's colorful landscapes.