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Shreveport
Thursday, November 6th, 2025
Good morning, Shreveport. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 6th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, KRUE Events in downtown Shreveport hosts a free community meal giveaway from 5 to 7 p.m. at 830 Louisiana Avenue—its normal service will pause to provide meals while supplies last for families facing economic challenges. Volunteers and food donations are welcome—local support aims to serve as many neighbors as possible. KSLA
- ➤ The Christian Service Program is hosting its annual Poor Man’s Supper fundraiser on November 9th from 5 to 7 p.m. at 2346 Baby Street in Shreveport with $20 tickets that include a simple meal to raise hunger awareness — the group has served the community for 55 years by providing two hot meals daily, averaging about 1,500 meals a week and over 9,000 meals a month. KTAL
- ➤ Brookshire Grocery Co. is donating $500,000 to food banks in Louisiana, Texas, Arkansas and Oklahoma—helping families face rising hunger as SNAP benefits pause amid a federal shutdown. The funds will support food programs and holiday food drives running through Dec. 16 at participating stores. Shreveport Times
- ➤ United Way of Northwest Louisiana is asking Shreveport residents to support local nonprofits during the ongoing federal government shutdown — food banks and shelters are stretched thin as federal workers and struggling families need help with food, housing, and basic services. Catholic Charities and other groups are urging timely donations and volunteer efforts to keep essential services running — an effort that aims to strengthen the local safety net. Shreveport Bossier Journal
- ➤ Est. Her Women’s Movement will host the free Dwell Prayer Retreat at Lake Bethlehem in Shreveport on November 8, featuring worship leader Kaitlin Ellis, speakers Pastor Maya Coleman and Keisha Simmons, and fitness coach Sweat with Jess. The retreat is designed to help local women reconnect with God and one another—offering time to recharge. KTAL
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Shreveport’s new public art installation, 'Be Kind,' is now on Greenwood Road at the Fairgrounds and invites visitors to step into the artwork to become part of the message of kindness. SPAR created the playful display to remind everyone that small acts can brighten the community — snapping photos with the hashtag #BeKindShreveport helps spread the message further. KTBS
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Local students competed at the ALTAC Jr. Livestock Sale at the State Fair of Louisiana—buyers placed bids during the live stream on KTBS 3 at noon yesterday, reflecting months of hard work preparing their show animals. KTBS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Food Bank of Northwest Louisiana asked for $100,000 in emergency funding from Caddo Parish to help families and government workers facing food insecurity during the shutdown—Commissioners doubled the request to $200,000 on Monday and will vote on it today with a final vote set for November 20. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
- ➤ The STARBASE program at Barksdale Air Force Base is at risk as government shutdown and past budget cuts threaten its STEM learning work. The Bossier School Board voted to keep the program running through December using local BEEF funds—though that support is not guaranteed when the government reopens. KTBS
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ In his homecourt debut, Coach Moore led the BPCC Cavaliers to wins by beating Centenary JV 105–78 on Monday and Louisiana Christian JV 96–58 on Tuesday. The fast-paced games highlighted strong team play and key contributions from freshmen—signals that the new coach is shaping a promising season. Shreveport Bossier Journal
- ➤ Centenary’s women’s basketball season opens Friday at 6 in the Gold Dome against East Texas Baptist—while the football team ends its regular season Saturday at 6 at Atkins Field with a pregame ceremony honoring seniors and the cheer team. Shreveport Bossier Journal
- ➤ LSUS Pilots will be honored on Tuesday, November 18 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame and Northwest Louisiana History Museum for their undefeated 59—0 season that earned the university its first national championship, and a panel with Coach Brad Neffendorf, Assistant Coach Jordan Schwellenbach, and select players will share stories from their journey. KTAL
- ➤ Loyola lost 63 to 49 to the Griffins last Friday in Stonewall while pushing the top-ranked team hard and breaking school records with new passing and receiving milestones — Coach Sella said the team must fix small mistakes as it gets ready to play Northwood next. Shreveport Bossier Journal
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Les Boutiques de Noel
10 a.m.-6 p.m. — Shreveport Convention Center — Free parking — Explore festive booths and get your photo with Santa!
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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.
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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.
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2025 Christmas Open House
11 AM – 2 PM — Supperclub — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday season with a complimentary lunch at the annual Christmas Open House.
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SJB Rudolph 5K
1:45-5:00 p.m. — 947 Jordan St, Shreveport, LA — Registration fee applies — Dash for a cause with Rudolph and enjoy pancakes while raising money for community repairs!
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