Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of January.
Good morning, Shreveport.
Due to an approaching ice storm, the Krewe of Centaur rescheduled its Grand Bal to Feb.
5 at the Shreveport Convention Center. Doors open at 5 p.m. (tableaux start at 7:30 p.m.), and existing tickets will be honored.
Neu Aviation, a flight school in Shreveport, was named Best Flight School in the Central Southern Region by AOPA after student surveys and expert review.
It will travel to Lakeland, FL, on March 4 to attend the award ceremony and mark this milestone.
Caddo Parish officials held a briefing to advise residents on winter storm safety (with preparations needed by Friday night) as severe weather is forecast for this weekend.
At a Louisiana Department of Health meeting on Wednesday, Jan.
21, Louisiana Surgeon General Dr. Evelyn Griffin explained her top priorities, while Louisiana health secretary Bruce Greenstein presented plans focusing on a zero-waste campaign — healthy food access and radical transparency.
Will Achee broke two NSU track records this weekend at the Corky Classic in Lubbock, Texas; he clocked 46.84 seconds in the 400-meter dash and led a 4x400 relay to a record 3:08.13, earning Southland Conference Athlete of the Week.
He will compete in Kansas on Jan. 31.
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.
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