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Shreveport
Wednesday, April 8th, 2026
Good morning, Shreveport. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A press conference will be held in Shreveport to address the planned closure of a local early childcare center; details on the center's future will be shared at the event. KSLA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students from NW Louisiana competed in the Presidential AI Challenge Celebration held Tuesday at the Cyber Innovation Center in Bossier City. Two teams earned top state honors and will move on to the regional and national rounds on April 16. KTBS
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Poets Against Pollution is hosting an Earth Day celebration on Earth Day, inviting local residents to join in activities that highlight environmental efforts. Details on the venue and schedule will be announced soon. KSLA
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Ochsner LSU Health and Southern University Shreveport partner to launch a free monthly mobile dental clinic — providing essential dental care for local residents starting this month. KSLA
- ➤ LSU Health Shreveport named Dr. Lester W. Johnson Senior Vice Chancellor on April 7 after serving as interim for 11 months, and he provided steady leadership to enhance education, research, and patient care across the region. Shreveport Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ LSUS weightlifters will head to the University Nationals at Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City from Thursday to Sunday, where Coach Aaron Adams expects the team to contend for both individual and team titles. (Freshman Bryson Brown may set a national record in his 65 kilogram class.) Shreveport Bossier Journal
- ➤ LSU sophomore catcher Cade Arrambide hit four home runs on Easter Sunday to lead his team to a 16-6 extra-innings win at Tennessee. His record-setting performance has sparked college baseball buzz among local fans. Shreveport Bossier Journal
- ➤ Northwood’s Makayla Rogers scored 24 points per game and earned District 1-4A MVP honors this season; Monday, the Louisiana Sports Writers Association named her second-team All-State for Class 4A, making her the second-leading scorer on the 10-girl team (named by LSWA). Shreveport Bossier Journal
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Shreveport Soul Flower Music Fest
2-9 p.m. — Festival Plaza — Kids 8 and under free — An unforgettable celebration of Soul, R&B, and Hip-Hop with music, food, games, and great vibes.
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The Sundress Soirée
12-4 p.m. — Kanteen Park — Free entry — Experience a stylish day filled with sunshine, smiles, and great company.
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Liverpool Legends - Beatles Tribute Show
7-10 p.m. — The Strand Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the magic of The Beatles with the Grammy-nominated Liverpool Legends in a special tribute performance.
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Taco Wars 2026
11 AM – 8 PM — Prize Foundation — Cost info not provided — Celebrate taco culture as local eateries compete for the best taco in Shreveport.
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Excellence in Hospitality Awards 2026
6-9 p.m. — Sam's Town Casino — Inquire for ticket pricing — Celebrate the best in local hospitality with cocktails, a buffet, and an inspiring awards program.
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