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Shreveport
Wednesday, March 11th, 2026
Good morning, Shreveport. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ City leaders gathered in the council chamber today for a Pink-Out event (honoring Women’s History Month) as they celebrated local trailblazers and promising youth ahead of a regular voting session. KTBS
- ➤ Shreveport Police invite locals to participate in the 30th Annual Dean-Williams Memorial 5K on April 18 at 8 a.m. in Shreveport (honoring fallen officers Ron and Dwayne Williams), with proceeds benefiting Special Olympics Louisiana. KSLA
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A United Airlines flight from Houston to Knoxville made an emergency landing in Shreveport on Mar. 10 after smoke was reported in the cockpit (the plane underwent nearly three hours of inspection at Shreveport Regional Airport). Shreveport Times
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents in northwest Louisiana have raised concerns about air quality over the proposed Amazon data center project. Officials have not yet shared plans to protect the environment, leaving locals uncertain about the impact. KSLA
- ➤ Caddo Parish officials are using the Game Changer Pro Trap — a high-tech system that captures whole sounders of feral hogs — to fight the invasive species threatening local crops today in Shreveport; residents are advised not to approach the animals and to report sightings at 318-226-6624. KTBS
- ➤ Red River Parish experienced a 4.9 quake near Coushatta last Thursday+ the US Geological Survey has installed and upgraded seismometers to improve earthquake data. Local experts say the new monitors will capture smaller quakes that were previously undetected. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
- ➤ Residents near Cross Lake reported discolored water and dead fish after a water main break along Bickham Bayou — local crews are investigating the water quality issue. KSLA
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Louisiana drivers may soon enjoy lower auto insurance bills as over 30 companies filed rate decreases that will apply at policy renewal — a change driven by fewer accidents, according to Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple. Policyholders are urged to shop for better quotes when renewing their policies. KSLA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Caddo Parish Juvenile Services has launched new trauma-informed reforms to support at-risk youth and reduce staff burnout (including calming spaces and a structured daily schedule). The changes aim to boost mental resilience and educational consistency within the department. KTBS
- ➤ Louisiana drivers may soon pay less for auto insurance as the state's insurance commissioner outlined proposals that could reduce rates. Marvin Andrade said details will be confirmed in upcoming discussions. KSLA
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Bossier Parish Community College basketball team got a strong sendoff Tuesday morning as they traveled to Baytown for the NJCAA Region XIV tournament. They rallied in the second half before the Roadrunners secured a 69 to 62 win, and coach Jeff Moore praised the team's effort. Shreveport Bossier Journal
- ➤ On March 10, Loyola's girls soccer team ended its undefeated district season by earning multiple MVP awards and advancing to the LHSAA quarterfinals while Calvary's coach Chris Lee was named Coach of the Year as his team reached the state semifinals. Shreveport Times
- ➤ Bossier Bearkats fought back from a 10 to 0 deficit — senior guard Braylon Robinson hit a buzzer beater three pointer — but top seeded Wossman pulled ahead in the final minutes to win 55 to 49 at Burton Coliseum on Tuesday. Shreveport Bossier Journal
- ➤ Centenary's undefeated lacrosse team will hold Senior Day Saturday morning with a ceremony before playing Spalding University at 11 a.m.—its baseball team hosts league contests Friday and Saturday and men's golf will host the Hal Sutton Invitational Monday and Tuesday at The Golf Club at Stonebridge in Bossier City. Shreveport Bossier Journal
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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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Visit Shreveport-Bossier Hospitality Breakfast
9-10 a.m. — 2439 Fairfield A Bed & Breakfast — Free entry — Network with local industry partners while enjoying a breakfast meal.
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Daisy Dash 5k
8:00 – 10:15 AM — MLK Health Center & Pharmacy — Proceeds support no-cost healthcare for the uninsured — Participate in a spirited dash for a great cause.
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