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Good morning to you Shreveport! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Meet the new royal faces of Shreveport's Krewe of Sobek
  • Can you help police ID suspects in Jewella Avenue gas station killing?
  • Shreveport-Bossier families share service details for loved ones recently lost.

Also on today's calendar: Caregivers Support Group and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the fish say when she hit a wall? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Monday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 98 and low of 78 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Tuesday: Partly sunny and hot, temps: high: 97, low: 78.
  • Wednesday: Sunny and toasty conditions, with a high of 98 and low of 76 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Krewe of Sobek crowns new king and queen for 24th season (westcentralsbest.com) — Shreveport's Krewe of Sobek has kicked off its 24th Mardi Gras season at Bally's North Casino and Hotel, crowning Brian and Crystal White as the new king and queen. With the '24 Karat Gold' theme now unveiled, members will spend the coming months preparing parades and celebrations that help anchor the city's Carnival festivities.
   

• Shreveport police searching for two people wanted for questioning in deadly gas station shooting (ksla.com) — Shreveport police are asking residents to help identify two people and a vehicle connected to Saturday's deadly shooting at the Shell station at 4000 Jewella Avenue. Two men were shot and one later died, and investigators believe the unidentified individuals have crucial information. Anyone who recognizes them is urged to contact Shreveport Police or Shreveport-Caddo Crime Stoppers.
   

• Notice of Death – September 13, 2026 (shreveportbossierjournal.com) — Families across the Shreveport-Bossier area are announcing the recent passing of several loved ones, with services scheduled at Shreveport funeral homes, churches, and the Northwest Louisiana Veterans Cemetery. Dates range from today through late October, giving friends and neighbors time to plan visits or send condolences. The Shreveport-Bossier Journal also notes it offers paid obituary placements.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Small black dachshund going from yard to yard on Galway Dr.
    Could not get a pic. Could not get it to come to me. Has a little white in the beard. (Nextdoor Town South)
  • Looking for a Furever home for Oreo before we have to take him to the pound Monday.
    We were suppose to be temporarily keeping him for someone that never returned to get him. We've relocated and Our new home does not accept pets and… (Nextdoor Airport-Pines Road)
  • MyJobsCorner posted a job opening for Ramp Agent Jobs: Hiring Immediately! Full Time / Part Time - $18-$47/Hr in Shreveport. Apply here.
  • Principle Choice Solutions posted a job opening for Customer Service Representative - November 2026 Start - Inbound Only in Shreveport. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Shreveport here.

🗞 Nearby News

Bossier City

  • Bossier City marks 25 years since 9/11 with Patriot Day (klax-tv.com)
  • Here's the secret to Brennan Robin winning the 2026 Border Dash XC run (shreveporttimes.com)
  • Bossier City, Parish acts increase accountability (blogspot.com)

Haughton

  • High school football: Haughton rolls past Southwood, improves to 2-0 (bossierpress.com)

Ok Shreveport! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Dam! (Thank you George G. for sending it in!)
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