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Shreveport
Friday, March 13th, 2026
Good morning, Shreveport. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ SWEPCO is launching a drone-based tree trimming inspections program — with FAA-certified operators capturing high-resolution imagery along power lines in Keithville, Florien, Negreet, and parts of Shreveport to reduce outage risks and ensure reliable service. KTBS
- ➤ Superior Grill launched a boozy soft serve margarita with a strawberry twist following a viral TikTok trend — the dessert blends tequila-infused ice cream with lime juice and agave nectar and remains available today at their Shreveport location. Shreveport Times
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ On March 12, a WorldAtlas report showed that five of Louisiana’s six largest cities, including Shreveport (once an oil hub), experienced a long-term population decline due to shifts in industry and migration trends; nearby areas like Lafayette and Metairie fared better. Shreveport Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, Ray Stevenson spoke at Southern University at Shreveport’s Black History Month event, sharing segregation-era items — including a 1958 plaque — to stress the importance of education and remembering the past with more than 100 Caddo middle school students. Shreveport Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, March 12, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said the administration is working to ease visa restrictions for Louisiana crawfish and shrimp industries as farmers face rising diesel prices and labor shortages (changes to the H-2A program are already underway). KSLA
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ U.S. News and World Report released a ranking yesterday of 13 Louisiana cities based on cost of living, housing values and job data. Metairie topped the list while Shreveport was noted for its affordable homes and rental rates. Shreveport Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ LSUS basketball plays its first-ever home NAIA playoff game at The Dock tonight when the Pilots face Tougaloo College; tipoff is at 7 p.m. and the winner advances tomorrow at 5 p.m. for a spot in next week’s Sweet 16. 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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