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Shreveport
Friday, February 20th, 2026
Good morning, Shreveport. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Demolition has begun at the old CVS location to clear the way for a new Chick-Fil-A in a bustling Shreveport shopping district; construction plans will be outlined soon (details forthcoming). KSLA
- ➤ Demolition of the former CVS building began yesterday on Youree Drive to make room for a new Chick-fil-A with three drive-thru lanes, located next to the current restaurant at 7010 Youree Dr. Shreveport Times
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The annual Christmas in the Sky event kicks off on Tuesday, Mar. 3 at 6 p.m. at Capri Theatre (620 Milam Street downtown) as organizers reveal this year’s theme to encourage community participation with free street parking available after 5 p.m. Shreveport Bossier Journal
- ➤ Krewes from Shreveport-Bossier held a Mardi Gras parade at Goldman School on Tuesday, Feb. 17 that gifted children beads, candy, and plush toys in a tradition started in the 1970s. Director Casey Jones noted the school is a licensed child development center for young children in the Highland neighborhood. Shreveport Bossier Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The LSUS student body crowned Shreveport natives Devyn Pitts and Courtney Patterson as the 2026 Homecoming King and Queen at halftime during the men's basketball game on Thursday; they will serve as ambassadors in Sunday's Krewe of Highland parade. Shreveport Bossier Journal
- ➤ Students in Caddo Parish Public Schools deepened their understanding of government when they visited Booker T. Washington High School and J.S. Clark Academy as part of the Congress to the Classroom initiative. A U.S. House member explained the three branches and compared federal and state offices. Shreveport Bossier Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After a 79-72 loss to South Carolina, LSU women's basketball projections remain largely at a regional No. 2 seed. Analysts say the team must win its final SEC games and the tournament for a shot at top seed with Selection Sunday set for March 15 and games at Dickies Arena & Golden 1 Center. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
- ➤ Fourteen local girls basketball players were spotlighted as key performers when Shreveport teams played in the postseason playoffs on Thursday; several advancing teams will face new opponents soon. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
- ➤ A recent report of LHSAA playoff appearances since 2003 shows that Southwood leads local girls basketball teams with 23 appearances, followed by Plain Dealing and Loyola among others. The data highlights success in Shreveport high school sports. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
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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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Dare 2 Shine 1st Annual Talent Show
10:30 PM — Cherokee Park Elementary School — Free entry — Celebrate local talent at this exciting neighborhood showcase.
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