Good morning, Shreveport.

Shreveport-Bossier started its 2026 Mardi Gras season with the Krewe of Sobek parade on January 17th, following the launch of MLK DreamFest on January 15th, which runs through January 24th.

Upcoming parades, including Krewe of Harambee on January 19th, will build toward Fat Tuesday on February 17th + keep the community festive.

Visit Shreveport-Bossier has announced its participation in the Louisiana Office of Tourism's Year of Outdoors campaign with an official event at the Walter B.

Jacobs Nature Center. The upgraded 24,000-sqft facility offers interactive exhibits, live animal displays and hiking trails for outdoor recreation across Caddo and Bossier parishes.

Shreve Memorial Library is hosting free programs this month to celebrate Hibernation, International Creativity, and Inspire Your Heart with Art Day by offering story times, crafts, and workshops with free supplies + engaging art for all ages.

The library will be closed Jan. 17-19 for MLK Jr. Day.

Bossier Library’s column explains how squirrels help the environment by planting nuts and aerating lawns while noting that Christy Hargrove founded Squirrel Appreciation Day (as a call for public interest), encouraging locals to learn more.

Louisiana DOTD is starting a $4.7 million repair project on LA 530 from LA 538 to I-49 near Oil City in Caddo Parish; the 5.3-mile work will cause a full road closure for three weeks starting Wednesday, Jan.

21, so motorists should use alternate routes (such as LA 1).

The Commonwealth Fund’s 2025 Scorecard shows Louisiana ranks 41 overall and records 382.8 avoidable deaths per 100,000 residents—underscoring low scores in health outcomes and treatment.

Voting is now open online for the Shreveport Times High School Athlete of the Week contest for non-football students from 15 northwest Louisiana schools (sponsored by Raising Cane’s, the sports commission, and Cosse and Silmon Orthodontics).

Voters can cast ballots until Thursday night, with the winner announced on Saturday.

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.

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.

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.

Krewe of Barkus & Meoux Pet Parade

Time TBA — Louisiana Downs — Support animal rescues and enjoy a pet-themed parade in a festive atmosphere.

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.

Krewe of Highland Parade

10 AM – 4 PM — Krewe of Atlas of Shreveport — Free entry — Experience a colorful Mardi Gras parade with whimsical floats and local flair.

Fat Tuesday Children's Parade

6 p.m. — Pierre Bossier Mall — Free admission — A vibrant family-friendly Mardi Gras celebration featuring colorful floats and festive traditions.