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Saturday, March 14th, 2026
Good morning, Shreveport. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of March.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Louisiana averaged $3.26 per gallon for regular gas on March 13, lower than the US average of $3.63 according to AAA Fuel Prices (placing the state among those with some of the cheapest rates nationwide). Shreveport Times
- ➤ Forbes released its annual World's Billionaires list on Friday, March 13, highlighting four Louisiana business leaders with a combined net worth of $37.9 billion — Todd Graves leads with $22 billion, followed by Gayle Benson, William Goldring, and Gary Chouest. Shreveport Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Six area colleges are partnering for the Regional Career Fair on Thursday at Centenary College Gold Dome from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nearly 100 employers will offer job+internship and graduate school options for students and alumni while LSUS attendees can use a SporTran shuttle from Pioneer Heritage Center. KTBS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bossier Parish Sheriff Julian Whittington hosted a Church Security/Safety Session at Viking Drive Substation where Chief Deputy Matt Gaydos and Assistant Chief Shawn Phillips urged houses of worship to develop written safety plans (Sergeant Gauthier provided additional training resources). Shreveport Bossier Journal
- ➤ Low-income families can join the Bossier City Housing Authority's waiting list for 3- and 4-bedroom public housing units. Applications remain available online from March 10 until Tuesday, March 17, and must include required personal details. Shreveport Bossier Journal
- ➤ Caddo Parish public works crews closed Keithville-Kingston Road at Cypress Bayou due to high water from recent heavy rains—motorists should avoid the area as officials monitor road conditions for a safe reopening. KTBS
- ➤ On Mar. 13, a proposed bill filed in the Louisiana Legislature could change water fluoridation requirements for local communities — a move that may affect drinking water standards statewide. KSLA
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Green Oaks nearly upset the Madison Chargers in a close state semifinal on Thursday at Burton Coliseum. The 11th-seeded team rallied late but lost 49-46 in their first state tournament appearance in 43 seasons. Shreveport Bossier Journal
- ➤ LSUS Pilots are making history by hosting the NAIA Men's Basketball National Tournament at The Dock on campus & setting a lively fan tailgate scene. After beating the Tougaloo Bulldogs on Friday, the team will face Texas Wesleyan at 5:00 p.m. today for a chance at the Sweet 16. KTBS
- ➤ LSU boosted team spirit with uplifting locker room notes before its SEC series — the Tigers face Vanderbilt at Charles Hawkins Field today at 6 p.m. CT as they look to regain their early-season spark. Shreveport Bossier Journal
- ➤ The Louisiana Rouxgarouxs are set to play their second game at Brookshire Grocery Arena. The match is scheduled soon + local fans are eager to see the team build on its earlier performance. KSLA
- ➤ Louisiana Tech Lady Techsters beat Liberty 61+48 in the CUSA semifinals on Friday at the Propst Center in Huntsville + they will face the FIU-Missouri State winner at 4:30 p.m. CT today for a chance to earn an NCAA berth. Shreveport Times
- ➤ BOM Bank supports Benton High School Basketball Team by handing a sponsorship check to coach Jake Bankston from Aaron Savell plus funds that will cover travel, meals, gear and other expenses to keep the Tigers competitive this season. Shreveport Bossier Journal
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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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