Louisiana
Louisiana Sportsman Show will be held March 1-3 in Baton Rouge
The 44th annual Louisiana Sportsman Show, produced by Boutte-based Louisiana Sportsman magazine and presented by Shell, will be held at the Raising Cane’s River Center in Baton Rouge from March 1-3.
“The Louisiana Sportsman Show gives us an opportunity to promote something that is special to this state,” Rochelle Touchard, Shell Corporate Relations, said. “Many of our more than 3,000 Shell Louisiana employees are outdoor enthusiasts. Hunting, fishing, and water sports are a deep and embedded part of our culture. It’s a great opportunity for Shell to connect with the communities in which we operate.”
“America’s Favorite Fisherman” Jimmy Houston, will be on hand Sunday, March 3. The Shell Rotella Bass Boat will also be on display at the show all weekend.
The St. Charles Parish-based Wetlands Watchers will be back again this year after a highly successful debut last year. The Wetland Watchers bring an opportunity to touch and learn about animals native to Louisiana. The students invite young and old alike to hold baby alligators and learn more about preserving the fragile Louisiana ecosystem. You can visit with the Wetland Watchers on March 2 from 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
There will be lots of other special events and treats at this year’s show. Show times are Friday 12-7, Saturday 9-7, and Sunday 9-4. There will be a huge array of fishing and hunting gear, boats, tractors, golf carts, ATVs, and much more.
The Hawg Trough, America’s No. 1 Pro fishing attraction, will be at the show with its 4,000-gallon tank full of fish and fishing demonstrations will be scheduled throughout the show. And it won’t be just for fishing instruction. Legendary Cajun duck call maker and hunter Dale Bordelon will have a booth at the show this year and will give duck calling demonstrations at the tank. He’ll also be displaying his handmade cypress dugout canoe, handmade cypress duck decoys and handmade cane calls — showing that keeping it old school is cool.
The annual Big Buck Contest, sponsored by Louisiana Land Bank, is also back. This year the categories are Best Louisiana Gun, Best Louisiana Bow, Best Out-of-State Gun, Best Out-of-State Bow, Best Muzzleloader/Black Powder and Best Youth. All bucks will be officially scored. All entrants can also send in a high-quality photo with their buck for a chance to be on the cover of the Louisiana Sportsman magazine in the fall of 2024.
There will be a 24-foot, 4-person, Rock Wall for the kids to climb.
The Baton Rouge Zydeco Ice Hockey Team will kick off their spring season Friday at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday at 7 p.m. immediately following the Sportsman Show. Everyone who comes to the Louisiana Sportsman Show will get $3 off a ticket to the hockey games that weekend. Zydeco Hockey players and Roux their mascot will also be at the show to play floor hockey with kids on Saturday.
Follow the Louisiana Sportsman Show Facebook page or visit the show’s website at www.louisianasportsmanshow.com for more information.
Yasin Gungor
19 April 2026•Update: 19 April 2026
At least eight children were killed and two others were wounded in a shooting in the US state of Louisiana, local police said Sunday.
Shreveport Police Department spokesperson Christopher Bordelon said officers responded to the shooting just after 6 am (1100GMT), following a domestic disturbance call.
The age of the deceased ranged from one to 14 years, he said, adding that the incident involved at least 10 individuals across four separate locations.
The suspect attempted to flee by carjacking a vehicle and driving to neighboring Bossier City, where police located and shot him dead.
Bordelon said Shreveport police officers pursued the suspect’s vehicle into Bossier, where three officers discharged their firearms, killing him. He said investigators believe the suspect was the only person who opened fire at the locations.
Shreveport Mayor Tom Arceneaux described the attack as “maybe the worst tragic situation we’ve ever had,” adding: “It’s a terrible morning.”
No immediate information was available about the condition of the injured.
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When it comes to retiring, the best places to do so often are affordable, have a high quality of life and access to quality healthcare.
If you’re looking for a place to retire, Niche has identified the best places for retirees in Louisiana.
In its list, Niche has taken into account factors like weather, crime rates, housing costs and access to amenities.
The 5 best places to retire in Louisiana according to Niche
These are the top five best places to retire in Louisiana, according to Niche.
1. Oak Hills Place
Oak Hills Place is a suburb of Baton Rouge and is the overall best place to retire in Louisiana. This suburb, located in East Baton Rouge Parish, has a population of 9,038 and offers residents an urban suburban mix feel. The area is highly rated for families, diversity, as well as health and fitness. Here, the median home value is $437,900 and the median rent is $1,422, according to Niche.
2. Westminster
Westminster is another suburb of Baton Rouge and is the second-best place to retire in Louisiana. Located in East Baton Rouge Parish, this suburb has a population of 2,559 and offers residents an urban suburban mix feel. This area is highly rated for nightlife, diversity, families, health and fitness, as well as commute. The median home value here is $266,100 and the median rent is $1,482, says Niche.
3. River Ridge
River Ridge is a suburb of New Orleans, located in Jefferson Parish, and is the third-best place to retire in Louisiana. This suburb has a population of 13,312 and offers residents a dense suburban feel. The area is highly rated for public schools, family, nightlife and diversity. The median home value is $357,400 and the median rent is $1,127, according to Niche.
4. Westlake
Westlake is a town in Calcasieu Parish that is among the best places to retire in Louisiana. With a population of 4,743, this town offers residents a rural feel. The town is highly rated for public schools, housing, families, jobs, cost of living, nightlife and weather. Here, the median home value is $166,100 and the median rent is $1,049, says Niche.
5. Prien
Prien is another town in Calcasieu Parish that is among the best places to retire in Louisiana. This town has a population of 7,119 and offers residents a suburban rural mix feel. The town is highly rated for public schools, housing, families, nightlife and weather. The median home value here is $278,000 and the median rent is $1,292, according to Niche.
Presley Bo Tyler is the Louisiana Deep South Connect Team reporter for USA Today Network. Find her on X @PresleyTyler02 and email at PTyler@Gannett.com
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