Today Is Final Day for Online Voter Registration in Louisiana
Louisiana Secretary of State
Louisiana residents have until Tuesday, Oct. 13, to register online for the Nov. 3 election, according to Secretary of State Nancy Landry. Eligible voters may register or update their information through GeauxVote.com using a Louisiana driver’s license or state identification card. The deadline for in-person and mail registration was Oct. 5. Early voting begins Oct. 20 and continues through Oct. 27, excluding Sunday, Oct. 25, with voting hours from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Election Day polling locations will be open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.
LSUS Announces 29th Annual Pioneer Day for Oct. 24
LSU Shreveport
LSU Shreveport will host its 29th annual Pioneer Day on Saturday, Oct. 24, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Pioneer Heritage Center. Nearly 70 living historians will demonstrate traditional skills and crafts while introducing visitors to life in northwest Louisiana during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Activities include blacksmithing, pottery, woodcarving, leatherworking, basket weaving and sewing. Visitors can explore seven historic structures, including a log cabin, general store and doctor’s office. Admission is free for students of all ages, while adult tickets cost $5. The event also helps promote preservation of regional traditions and folk arts.
Shreveport City Council Scheduled to Meet Tuesday
City of Shreveport
The Shreveport City Council is scheduled to hold its regular meeting Tuesday, Oct. 13, at Government Plaza, 505 Travis St. The meeting follows the council’s administrative conference scheduled for Monday, Oct. 12. Regular council meetings provide opportunities for consideration of municipal legislation, resolutions and other city business. Residents interested in following council proceedings may access meeting information, agendas and public records through the city’s official website at shreveportla.gov. The next regular council meeting is scheduled for Oct. 27.
LSUS to Host Summit on Artificial Intelligence and Workplace Communication
LSU Shreveport
LSU Shreveport will host its Human Advantage 2026 Summit on Friday, Oct. 16, focusing on how artificial intelligence can help professionals strengthen interpersonal and workplace communication skills. The event is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the LSUS Ballroom. Organized by the College of Business and Division of Continuing Education, the summit will feature interactive sessions addressing difficult workplace conversations, active listening, conflict resolution and professional relationships. Matthew Hammock, an LSUS alumnus associated with the Shreveport-Bossier Sports Commission, will deliver the keynote presentation. Advance registration costs $49 and includes lunch.
Shreve Memorial Library Offers October Programs for Teens
Shreve Memorial Library
Shreve Memorial Library is offering activities for teenagers throughout October at branches across Caddo Parish. The library’s teen programming includes creative projects, technology activities and opportunities for young people to socialize and develop new interests. Among the activities listed for Tuesday, Oct. 13, are Teen Time: Tuesplay!, LIFE 4 TEENS and Brick-Tober Build-Off. The West Shreveport Branch also offers Teen Expression Workshops on the third Saturday of each month and Teen Tech Time on the first Tuesday. Families can find schedules, branch locations and additional information at shreve-lib.org.
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