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Shreveport
Thursday, February 12th, 2026
Good morning, Shreveport. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The YMCA announced its new baseball complex in Shreveport is nearly complete, with final touches underway (opening date to be announced) as local teams look forward to using the facility soon. KSLA
- ➤ The Fat Tuesday Children's Parade will be held at Pierre Bossier Mall on Feb. 17, inviting families to watch festive floats + local performances that brighten the community spirit. KSLA
- ➤ Mayor Arceneaux said the Gemini parade planned for Feb. 14 might shift its 3 p.m. start if heavy thunderstorms hit. Officials will update plans as weather forecasts become clearer. KSLA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Louisiana celebrates Fat Tuesday on Feb. 17 as part of Carnival season, with Ash Wednesday starting Lent on Feb. 18. Palm Sunday, Good Friday, and Easter follow on March 29, April 3, and April 5 respectively. Shreveport Times
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Louisiana has led the nation in population loss for the second year due to major employer departures and slow job growth affecting Shreveport, leaving reduced federal funding and local representation. State Senator Sam Jenkins stressed that boosting the workforce is key to attracting new jobs. KSLA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Centenary College received $10 million in federal funding yesterday to renovate Mickle Hall into a health sciences hub for its new School of Health Sciences in Shreveport (it's part of a $30 million overhaul to support updated labs and flexible classrooms). Shreveport Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Shreveport leaders plan to revitalize inner city areas amid a population decline; officials aim to improve public spaces and boost local business and community investment in the coming months. KSLA
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Overton Brooks Veterans Affairs Medical Center held a ribbon-cutting Friday to unveil its newly remodeled cardiac catheterization lab following three years of construction— the expanded lab now offers advanced heart services and began treating patients this afternoon. KTBS
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Shreveport residents can manage online privacy by using free tools like Google's 'Results about me' to find public data + opt out from sites like FamilyTreeNow to remove their details. This guide helps prevent scams and improve online safety. KTBS
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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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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.
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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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Viking 5K, 10K, & 13.1M Race
8 AM – 12 PM — Stoner Avenue Skate Plaza — Registration required — Compete in a fun-filled running event with distances for everyone.
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Micro Wrestling All Stars Show
8-10 p.m. — Big Country — Tickets from $27.37 — Experience the thrill of Pint-Sized Tiny Titans in an exciting wrestling showdown.
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WSA Grand National
7 a.m. — Shreveport Convention Center — $25 adults, $15 children 6-10, free for kids 5 and under — Celebrate water sports with competitions and family-friendly activities.
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Autism 5k & Fun Run
1-3:15 p.m. — 5720 Buncombe Rd, Shreveport, LA — Registration fees apply — Participate in a spirited 5k and Fun Run to support autism awareness.
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