Good morning, Shreveport.

A charity golf scramble to support veterans and first responders will take place at Northwood Hills Golf Club in Blanchard on Nov.

8. Organizers urge teams of four paying $400 to register soon—spots are filling quickly.

Today, Jack’s Bar-B-Q is partnering with the First Responder Support Team to host a fundraiser that sells chicken quarter plates with chips and a drink for $10 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1301 North Market Street — all proceeds help military families at Barksdale facing hardship during the government shutdown. They are also collecting $50 gift cards for groceries, meals, or gas — donations support essential needs for military families.

Mall St. Vincent hosted a game night on November 1 featuring bingo, other fun games, a pop-up market, and a food truck to help revitalize the mall — the event aimed to draw more visitors back to the shopping center.

The Shreveport community mourned as two young sisters who died in the Milton Street fire were laid to rest on November 1—residents shared memories of the siblings and their impact on the neighborhood.

Today, visitors enjoy rides and games at the State Fair of Louisiana at the Shreveport fairgrounds—running through Nov.

16 and closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.

Arc Caddo Bossier is hosting its bi-annual Wine Dine Equine fundraiser — the event raises funds to support local services and improve programs for the community.

Community members are encouraged to join this ongoing effort.

On Nov. 1, community members gathered at Lake Bethlaham Baptist Church — saying goodbye to Aaliyah Robinson, 8, and Danielle Spearman, 5 — who died in a house fire on Milton Street in October that was allegedly set by a 15-year-old.

Yesterday at the State Fair of Louisiana in Shreveport, youth in teams of three competed in a cattle fitting contest held in memory of Bobby Lee Darbonne as they used blowers, clippers, and combs to prepare beef cattle for the show ring.

Art in the Park will begin soon and will feature more than 50 nature-inspired artists showcasing vibrant work in our community—local art fans will also see a Rick and Morty-inspired exhibit at Shreveport Comedy Club as part of a busy arts scene.

This lineup highlights the growing creative opportunities in Shreveport.

Shreve Memorial Library has teamed with the State Library of Louisiana to start Check Out Louisiana Museums—where cardholders can use their library cards for free entry to places like the 1850 House and National WWII Museum.

Visitors must reserve limited passes online and plan their trips ahead.

The Oui Doctor Gallery is hosting a Barbie-inspired artist showcase — the event will feature artwork that draws on Barbie themes to offer a unique creative experience.

Louisiana’s state superintendent of education, Cade Brumley, has raised test scores and launched new literacy and math reforms while facing political pressure from culture wars—he toured rural schools in October and earlier discussed rejecting radical ideologies on a talk show.

His ongoing efforts highlight both his policy wins and the challenges of navigating education politics in the state.

Louisiana high school football scores from the ninth week of the 2025 season were reported from games held Oct.

30—Nov. 1 across the state, and many matchups featured teams scoring over 50 points.

North DeSoto quarterback Luke Delafield field scored on a 20-yard play against Loyola — a key moment that energized his team during the contest.

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.

Sportspectrum Turkey Trot

8-11 a.m. — Stoner Boat Launch — Registration fees apply — Participate in a fun community run and support the Food Bank of Northwest Louisiana.