Good morning, Shreveport.

Transportation leaders met on Oct.

15 at Sam’s Town Casino in Shreveport when state and local officials, including DOTD Secretary Glenn Ledet, discussed infrastructure investments in northwest Louisiana (emphasizing a key role in economic development).

Daybreak now offers an FDA cleared at home sleep test for Shreveport residents to screen for sleep apnea using a wireless device on the finger.

Eligible users can save $30 on the test while receiving physician reviewed results remotely.

Northwest Louisiana high school football stars shined in week 7 with record-breaking performances.

Byrd’s Christian Maxie broke his school’s all-time rushing record with 254 yards and 4 touchdowns—while players from Parkway, Ruston, and other schools made key plays.

Twelve local high school football players are nominated for Athlete of the Week; fans can vote on the Times website until Friday evening, and the winner will receive prizes, including a backpack, meal card + swag from local sponsors with the winner announced on Sunday.