Good morning, Shreveport.

Water service has been restored at Sanctuary Apartments after a six-day shutoff caused by an outstanding bill over $145,000.

The Shreveport Water and Sewerage Department turned it back on today after owner Ephraim Feldman made a partial payment and deposits were provided (a warrant remains active against him).

Community leaders, church members and family gathered Wednesday evening at Mount Canaan Baptist Church to unveil signage for Dr. Harry Blake Sr. Memorial Highway; the event followed Act 124, which designates a portion of Highway 173 (approved unanimously) and featured Norma J.

Blake Scholarship awards.

BOM Bank proudly sponsored the Kiwanis Club of Shreveport/Bossier's Annual Bossier Parish Middle School Football Jamboree, supporting local student-athletes and community spirit as BOM team members (Melinda Williams and Bob Gray) represented the bank.

Miss Cane River 2027 Jalia Shepherd has partnered with Project Celebration to launch the 'Love in Action' self-care kit drive, which will supply essential care items to local residents; further details on drop-off locations are expected soon.

Pleasant Hill Baptist Church is set to present Bringing Back the Sound 5 as an upcoming music event for local residents.

The announcement offers a fresh chance to experience Shreveport's cultural scene.

The Caddo Parish School Board recognized student achievements during its October meeting, naming Larry Duncan III of Southwood High School as Student Leader of the Month, celebrating 15 National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists, and honoring Southwood for its Purple Star designation.

The Bossier Parish Sheriff's Office recognized Deputy Dakota Grice (former firefighter) for his assistance with Benton Fire District #4 during a residential fire on Lintwin Circle on Monday, Oct.

19; his expertise improved coordination among agencies to protect lives and property.

LSU Health Shreveport researchers published a study in Nature that shows how Andes hantavirus attaches to the PCDH1 protein on human cells, a finding that may lead to new therapies for severe infections.

The work involved teams from New York + Paris following a cruise ship outbreak.

Centenary football rallied to a 26-23 homecoming win, with sophomore Michael Cunningham scoring twice while former Caddo Magnet star Hannah Waddell returned to win six individual swimming events last Saturday.

The Gents will play Lyon College on Halloween — teams in soccer, volleyball and golf have more contests coming.

NSU Powerlifting Club opened its season on Oct.

17 in Rogers, Ark. with two first-place finishes and several new personal records by sophomore Breanne Jones and freshman Tytunna Canada. The team will compete again in December at ULM and at Collegiate Nationals in April.

Local high school teams are set for pivotal contests this week as playoff spots depend on upcoming games.

Parkway climbed four spots in Non-Select Division I + Northwood jumped nine in Non-Select Division II, setting the stage for crucial power points matchups.