Good morning, Shreveport.

Bear Creek Smokehouse is hosting a Thanksgiving local vendor market on November 15 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. — the event will feature over 100 local vendors offering a variety of products.

Local community members held a candlelight vigil for two girls who died in a fatal fire on Oct 13th—neighbors gathered to honor their memory.

Prep volleyball teams in the Shreveport area are set for their final regular season matches today—Monday, October 27—through Thursday, October 30 with games across several venues.

The schedule lists matchups and standings for District 1 teams in Divisions I, IV, and V with scores already recorded.

The Week 9 prep football schedule shows that unbeaten Loyola will play at North DeSoto on Friday as part of key matchups in the area — this game and others on Thursday and Friday will affect district standings.

Airline senior JD Yates helped the Vikings beat Haughton in District 1-5A play and win SBC Advocate/318preps Football Player of the Week 7 honors—he won a custom hoodie and a spot on the Player of the Year ballot after a four-day vote.

Shreveport-Bossier high school football games are set for Halloween weekend with most games on Thursday, October 30, and teams like Captain Shreve, Bossier, Northwood and Benton playing at home—key players such as Jamarcea Plater and Kyran Johnson are expected to stand out.

Friday’s games on October 31 will start at 7 p.m. unless otherwise noted.

The Shreveport Times has launched an online poll for Week 8 non-football High School Athlete of the Week featuring 15 student-athletes from local schools competing in volleyball, cross country, swimming and cheerleading — votes are accepted until Thursday with the winner announced on Saturday.

A recap of Week 8 local football games showed Northwood won 47–6 against Southwood at Independence Stadium on Oct.

23—Minden beat Bossier 49–13 and Loyola defeated BTW 54–26 in other district contests. The report gives a clear snapshot of high school scores and key plays from across the area.

Parkway freshman kicker Thad Smith kicked a game-winning 23–yard field goal on Friday night to help his team beat Captain Shreve 45—42 and maintain an 8—0 record.

His mother, teacher Shannon Smith, said she felt both pride and stress while coach Coy Brotherton praised his dedicated practice.

State Fair of Louisiana

11 a.m. – 9 p.m. (Weekdays) & 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. (Weekends) — Louisiana State Fairgrounds — Admission varies — Experience 17 days of thrilling rides, live entertainment, and delicious fair food at Louisiana's largest fair.

Salute to Veterans 5K/10K/Half Marathon

8:30 a.m. — Walker Place Park — Free for veterans — Honor our heroes with a spirited race honoring all veterans in the community.

Fall Afternoon Tea

3-5 p.m. — The Bell — Limited seating — Experience a cozy and elegant afternoon tea with a festive fall twist in downtown Shreveport.

TASTE 2025: A Festival of Food and Art

6-10 p.m. — Shreveport Convention Center — Tickets available July — Enjoy a delightful evening of food, wine, and entertainment at one of Shreveport's most anticipated events.

Riverside V Race Event

10:30 PM - 2:30 AM — Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway — $30 — Participate in a well-lit, flat course 5K run, walk, or 5-mile road race with post-race festivities.

Native To The Parish EP Release Party

9-11 p.m. — Bear's — Free entry — Celebrate the haunting sounds of rock-n-roll at this EP release party featuring local favorites.

ZZ Top Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Shreveport Municipal Memorial Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the iconic blues rock sound of ZZ Top in a legendary venue.

Les Boutiques de Noel

10 a.m.-6 p.m. — Shreveport Convention Center — Free parking — Explore festive booths and get your photo with Santa!

Joe Bonamassa Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Shreveport Municipal Auditorium — Tickets available now — Experience the electrifying blues-rock of Joe Bonamassa, a phenomenon in live music.