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Shreveport
Saturday, February 14th, 2026
Good morning, Shreveport. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Colleen Hamm, a lifelong Shreveport resident, celebrated her 100th birthday at Azalea Estates Assisted Living today. Neighbors and staff joined the celebration, marking a memorable milestone in the community. KSLA
- ➤ Krewe of Gemini held a float loading party this morning in Shreveport to kick off parade weekend—community members watched as floats were loaded and vendors set up displays. KSLA
- ➤ Construction on Knight Street — between South Pointe Parkway and Preston Avenue — has continued for over a year, squeezing traffic to a single lane and causing delays for local residents. Neighbors worry about being blocked in during the Krewe parade as workers lay new pavement today. KTBS
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today, Shreveport hosts the final Mardi Gras parade as the Krewe of Gemini kicks off at 1 p.m. downtown—while the Krewe of Highland will follow at 2 p.m. tomorrow in Highland Historic District. Shreveport Times
- ➤ Friday night, the Night to Shine prom at Cypress Baptist Church celebrated people with special needs with a red carpet arrival and dancing while makeup artists and volunteers ensured the guests felt honored. The Tim Tebow Foundation event emphasized joy and the unique spirit of the community. KSLA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mooringsport City Council passed a resolution on Feb. 13 halting new industrial water withdrawals from Caddo Lake until studies show no long-term ecological harm — a measure that supports reviewing the current lease with Blanchard. Mayor Tyler Gordon said the move is pro-due diligence, not anti-development. Shreveport Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Shreveport native Sam Burns birdied seven of the last nine holes at AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am to tie for second after the opening round. Golf Channel will provide coverage today as Burns and his group continue play at Pebble Beach. Shreveport Bossier Journal
- ➤ Morgan City senior goalkeeper Micah Wilkerson was jailed on a $10,000 bond for second degree battery after a fight following Wednesday night's playoff soccer game in Bossier, leaving his team without him for its state quarterfinal in Baton Rouge. Shreveport Bossier Journal
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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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