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Shreveport
Thursday, February 26th, 2026
Good morning, Shreveport. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Louisiana Economic Development announced plans to build three AI data center campuses in Caddo, Bossier, West Feliciana and Richland Parishes. The projects, valued at up to $12 billion, will demand large supplies of water, energy and land and are set to boost local tech infrastructure. Shreveport Times
- ➤ Delta Utilities explained its plan for levelized billing at a Public Service Commission session on Feb. 25 + a measure designed to reduce price swings + amid rising customer concerns. CEO Timothy Poche said the utility is working to protect ratepayers from high natural gas costs. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ LSU Shreveport economist Doug White said that in 2025, casino revenue increased to over $607 million with a nearly 16% surge in the fourth quarter and Shreveport Regional Airport recorded its busiest year since 1980 with over 800,000 passengers, pointing to local economic strength (despite worries over rising costs). KTBS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ DCFS is streamlining its foster programs to recruit more families and raise reimbursement rates by offering improved support plus reducing paperwork. Officials plan to certify 1,100 new homes and reactivate 200 by Dec. 31 to narrow the current gap of 48 homes per 100 children. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
- ➤ Delta Utilities explained its levelized billing plan to help manage soaring natural gas bills during a Louisiana Public Service Commission session on Wednesday, Feb. 25. LPSC commissioners were present to address concerns from customers and local officials. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
- ➤ Gov. Jeff Landry and revenue officials signed tax laws on Wednesday that lowered income tax to 3% and cut corporate taxes to 5.5%, saving families about $500 and workers $261. He is pushing two May amendments — to eliminate the inventory tax, reduce retirement debt and raise teacher pay. KTBS
- ➤ On Wednesday, Feb. 25, Delta Utilities met with state regulators to explain how levelized billing might ease soaring natural gas bills amid customer concerns, while Entergy officials including VP Larry Hand & Assistant General Counsel D. Skylar Rosenbloom took part in a regulatory session. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Defending state champion Huntington hosts No. 12 Alexandria Senior High at 6:00 p.m. in a quarterfinal after a 57-40 win over Woodlawn, while Captain Shreve plays in metro New Orleans against No. 1 seed John Curtis. Shreveport Bossier Journal
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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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National Collegiate Wrestling Championship
10 AM – 1 PM — Brookshire Grocery Arena — N/A — Witness the future stars of collegiate wrestling compete for glory.
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An Intimate Night with Darrin Henson
7-9:30 p.m. — Nard Multimedia Group — No refunds — Enjoy an evening of networking and conversation with Darrin Henson.
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Lucky 5K/10K/Half Marathon
8 a.m. — Walker Place Park — Registration fee applies — Chase the rainbow in this celebratory running event filled with magic and community spirit.
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