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Give for Good Day is here!

May 04, 2026

TOGETHER WITH

☀️SBC! We’ve got some important dates this week! Don’t miss them!

Tuesday May 5:
Cinco de Mayo
Give for Good Day
On the Bright Side’s 1st Birthday
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Sunday, May 10:
Mother’s Day!

In this issue, we’ll shine light on:

Mall St. Vincent’s latest walk-through experience
Plug in with SCU
Far End District getting some love

Let’s get our shine on!

Sponsored by Mall St. Vincent

💐 Spring is in full bloom at Mall St. Vincent, and it’s feeling a little extra magical this year!

The Enchanted Spring Garden is now open through May 10 (just in time for Mother’s Day), offering a sweet, simple way to make memories with your favorite people. You can stroll through a whimsical garden setup, snap some beautiful photos, and let the kids enjoy fun, hands-on activities, perfect for creating something special for Mom. You’ll find it all in Center Court by the pond, making it an easy stop during your day.

And don’t miss a little bonus celebration 👇
On May 5, they’re hosting a Cinco de Mayo appreciation event from 11 AM to 3 PM at the management office. Expect festive bites, lively vibes, and a warm thank-you to the community while supplies last.

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

_{In Partnership with Prestige Home Cleaning}

Prestige Home Cleaning is growing and ready to welcome a new technician to their team. With a full schedule and increasing demand, they’re looking for dependable, detail-oriented individuals who take pride in their work.

More than just cleaning homes, Prestige Home Cleaning focuses on creating peaceful spaces for families while building meaningful, long-term careers for their team.

Team members enjoy a Monday–Friday schedule (no weekends), competitive pay ranging from $15–$28 per hour, opportunities for growth and certifications, and employee appreciation perks.

Community Resource of the Week

Shreveport Citizens United is focused on bringing the community together across race, income, and backgrounds, to build stronger relationships between citizens, nonprofits, churches, and local leaders. Their mission centers on connection, collaboration, and reducing crime and violence through unity.

Their next public event is scheduled and ready for volunteers! Come be a part of the solution:

Queensborough Resource Rally
📍Bill Berry Park
📅 May 30

☀️ This Week’s Happy Highlights

💛 Give for Good Day Is Here

Hosted by Community Foundation of North Louisiana, Give for Good is a 24-hour giving event supporting nonprofits across our community. It’s an easy way to make a real impact, no matter the amount.

We’ve included a link below so you can explore participating organizations, find a cause that speaks to you, and give where it matters most right here in Northwest Louisiana.

🎨 Kadavien Baylor Does It Again

Photo Source: Sipp House FB

Local artist KaDavien Baylor is back at it, adding another stunning mural to his growing collection across Shreveport. Known for transforming blank walls into meaningful, eye-catching art, his latest piece can now be found in the Far End District, bringing fresh color and energy to the area. Baylor continues to use his talent to reflect community pride and creativity, one mural at a time, making his work a true local treasure in the city’s growing art scene.

🌮 Taco Wars 2026 Recap

Taco Wars 2026 brought a packed crowd downtown Shreveport for a full day of flavor, fun, and community voting. Local favorites showed up strong, but a few stood out from the rest.

🏆 Winners:

Best Taco: La Reyna del Sur- 1896 Airline Dr
Best Salsa: Ramirez Mexican Restaurant

From bold spices to fresh ingredients, both winners earned their spot with crowd-favorite flavors that kept people coming back for more. It was another strong year with record numbers for Shreveport’s local food scene and a true celebration of community pride.

☀️ Side Notes & City Talk

Congratulations to Calvary Lady Cavs and North Desoto Lady Griffins softball teams! These ladies are entering this week as STATE CHAMPIONS!

Shreveport City Council is working to launch a pilot domestic violence center to help connect survivors with shelter, counseling, transportation, and other support when they need it most.

First Baptist Haughton’s Serve Day recently brought people together to help out in the community through simple acts of service, faith, and lending a helping hand

Bossier Parish Community College was named a Top 10 Most Admired College for Health Professions, recognizing its strong healthcare training and student career preparation programs.

Bossier City is working on a partnership to keep Mike Wood Pool open this summer, improving operations so the community can continue using it.

Antioch Baptist Church in Shreveport celebrated its 160th anniversary, honoring a long history rooted in faith, resilience, and community impact since its founding in 1866.

💡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 Trivia Question:

How did Dripp Donuts originally get its start in Shreveport?

Need a cheat sheet? Get it here!

📆 Local Events Here!

Click here for this week’s events!

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Have a Blessed Week, SBC!

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John 16:33