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April 13, 2026

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☀️SBC! Bright Side Smarts is back! Keep scrolling for your chance to win a gift card to, drum roll please….

Marilynn’s Place!

In this issue, we’ll shine light on:

Casper’s Cats needs your help
Change you career to a new, sparkly one
Win a gift card to the new and improved MP

Let’s get our shine on!

Sponsored by Casper’s Cats

We’re excited to shine a light on Casper’s Cats TNR, a local Shreveport nonprofit doing some seriously heartwarming work for our furry street friends. Their mission is simple: trap, neuter, and return stray and feral cats so they can live healthier lives and stop the cycle of endless litters.

Every year, they help hundreds of cats get the care they need, which means fewer kittens struggling to survive and healthier, more stable cat communities around town. And every now and then, there’s a sweet adoption story that just makes your day.

The best part? This work is powered by volunteers and donations from people right here in our community. If you’ve ever felt a little tug at your heart seeing a stray, this is your chance to make a real difference.

You can donate, volunteer, or simply spread the word, every little bit helps! 💗🐾

_{Want to put your business in the open? Send in your info}_here.

_{In Partnership with Prestige Home Cleaning}

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✔️ Are they licensed, bonded, and insured for your protection?
✔️ Do they have a trained, professional staff you can trust?
✔️ Do they offer customized services to fit your needs?

At Prestige Home Cleaning, they check every box because your home deserves the best.

They’re also hiring in Shreveport/Bossier! Full-time, Monday-Friday, weekly pay, $20+, plus benefits. Perfect for someone dependable, detail-oriented, and ready to grow into more than just a job.

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☀️ This Week’s Happy Highlights

Caddo Honors Hollywood Stuntman

The Caddo Parish Commission honored Dother Sykes IV for his success in film and television, recognizing his work as a stunt performer, actor, and creative. With nearly 30 credits, including Civil War, 12 Years a Slave, The Walking Dead, and Queen & Slim, Sykes has represented the community nationally. He also contributed to the award-winning film Sinners. He was presented a Key to Caddo Parish, becoming just the 10th recipient.

Haughton 5th Graders Graduate D.A.R.E. 🎓

Haughton Elementary 5th graders celebrated their D.A.R.E. graduation, finishing lessons on safe, responsible decision-making. Students helped lead the ceremony alongside Deputy Brandon Dunn and school leaders. Essay winners included Beckett Marks, Celia-Rae Lewis, Aubrey Allen, Nicolas Hicks, and Jaxon Hudgins. Principal Johnson closed by encouraging students to keep making positive choices.

Side Notes & City Talk

The American Rose Center in Shreveport opened its 2026 garden season, offering rose blooms, tours, events, and education. Peak bloom runs April through June.

Governor Landry created a new rural health office within LDH to improve care access, systems, and services using federal funding.

Louisiana may replace inspection stickers with QR codes, but five parishes must still continue emissions testing due to federal requirements.

🏡 The NWLA Parade of Homes is now through April 19. Tickets are $12 online or $15 at the door for access to all homes.

💡Bright Side Smarts 💡

Here’s how it works:
📅 We post a local fun fact every weekend on our Facebook page.
❓ On Monday, we drop a trivia question here in the newsletter.
🎁 Answer right = You could win!

This week’s question:

Marilynn’s Place in Shreveport is located in a building that used to be what?

Tire shop | Gas station | School | Hotel

👉 Not sure what the answer is? Click here if you need a cheat sheet. Good luck!

📆 Local Events Here!

Bright Side Impact Volunteer Event of the Month

📍 No Ceilings CrossFit- 502 Anderson Ave

Click here for this week’s events!

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Have a Blessed Week, SBC!

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John 16:33