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Shreveport
Thursday, January 15th, 2026
Good morning, Shreveport. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Verizon is experiencing outages across Louisiana; in Shreveport, about 281 customers reported phone issues on Wednesday, Jan. 14 — some iPhones displayed SOS for no service. Verizon teams are working to restore connectivity. Shreveport Times
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Six local women recognized for their work in business, tourism, education and counseling will be honored at the tenth annual Virginia K. Shehee Most Influential Woman Awards. The awards luncheon is set for March 5 at East Ridge Country Club. Shreveport Times
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Curtis '50 Cent' Jackson and G-Unit Film + Television, Louisiana, LLC announced a new downtown Shreveport redevelopment in partnership with the state, including $78 million for Millennium Studios and $24 million for Stageworks; city leaders said the combined funds will drive long-term growth with no City money. Shreveport's Secrets
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Centenary College will host Dream Week from Jan. 19 to Jan. 23 to celebrate MLK Day and honor Dr. King's legacy. The week offers free student transportation for parades and film screenings + community events including a chapel service, keynote address and a stuff swap. KSLA
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Walter B. Jacobs Nature Center will reopen on Saturday, Jan. 17 in Caddo Parish with upgrades including interactive exhibits, live animal displays, an aviary, and five miles of hiking trails. Officials will hold a ribbon cutting at 9:30 a.m. and a special announcement by the Office of the Lieutenant Governor. KSLA
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Colin Evans with Evans Financial stopped by KTBS to offer money check-ins that help households reset for the new year in Shreveport. KTBS will air the segment each Wednesday at 3 p.m. on KPXJ CW 21. KTBS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Louisiana law does not clearly forbid drivers from flashing high beams to warn others (federal rulings have protected this practice under the First Amendment), leaving local officers room to decide how to enforce it. Shreveport Times
- ➤ Bossier Parish Fire District #1 held intensive confined-space training for four probationary firefighters—testing search and rescue tactics in simulated emergencies to enhance readiness for real operations. Shreveport Bossier Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ D.J. Dudley hit a game-winning 3-pointer with 4.7 seconds left as Louisiana Tech overcame a 20-point deficit in a 59-58 win over Middle Tennessee at the Thomas Assembly Center on Wednesday night — marking the second largest comeback in 50 years. Shreveport Bossier Journal
- ➤ Seven local high school basketball teams rank in the state top 10 ahead of Friday’s games. The LHSAA power rankings released Jan. 14 show Huntington’s Raiders at No. 9 in Division I Select along with other boys and girls teams reaching top 10 placements. Shreveport Bossier Journal
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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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LHSAA State Wrestling Championship
3:30 AM – 1:00 PM — Brookshire Grocery Arena — Ticket prices vary — Witness the best high school wrestlers compete for state titles.
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James Brown & Michael Jackson Tribute Event
12-1 p.m. — Louisiana State University in Shreveport — Tickets from $6.97 — Experience the legendary hits of James Brown and Michael Jackson performed live.
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Krewe of Barkus & Meoux Pet Parade
Time TBA — Louisiana Downs — Support animal rescues and enjoy a pet-themed parade in a festive atmosphere.
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Intimate Valentine’s Day R&B Concert
8 PM — Shreveport Municipal Auditorium — Tickets available — Experience a night of soulful R&B with celebrated artists like Kelly Price and Ray J.
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