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Friday, January 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Shreveport. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Dec. 30, Point 27 honored fallen officer Marc Brock from Vivian by presenting dog tags to his department and family as a tribute to his service. KSLA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tomorrow, Mardi Gras season begins with a 9 a.m. mass at Holy Trinity Catholic Church on Marshall St and a 6 p.m. 12th Night celebration at Bossier Civic Center led by Gemini & Centaur. KSLA
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Shortly after New Year's, the Louisiana sky lights up with the Quadrantids meteor shower and a supermoon. Shreveport residents can view the event tonight and into early tomorrow (best seen away from light pollution) as peak activity is expected Friday into Saturday. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Point 27 honored fallen Vivian police officer Marc Brock — who was fatally shot in November 2025 while serving a warrant — by sending Thin Blue Line Shields of Strength dog tags to local officers and folded flag necklaces to his family. KSLA
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Shreveport residents shared mixed views on their New Year’s resolutions as one man vowed to manage his money and invest in local talent while a woman said change should begin now (not just on Jan. 1). Their comments highlight different ideas on starting 2026. KSLA
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Family members of Tiger Bech, a former Princeton Tigers player, reflected on his vibrant legacy a year after a Bourbon Street attack as Michelle Bech (a family member) said she cries daily remembering his deep love for the community. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
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TrapxCanvas - Shreveport
8-10 p.m. — Louisiana Downs — No entry fee mentioned — Unleash your creativity with trap beats while painting in a vibrant community atmosphere.
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Ying Yang Twins Live
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Shreveport Municipal Auditorium — Cost not specified — Experience the iconic Crunk sound of the Ying Yang Twins with their classic party hits.
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