Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 12th of April.
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🎭 Culture
Attendees celebrated the Holi Festival on Saturday, April 11 at LSU Shreveport campus, organized by the LSUS India Studies Department (highlighting the triumph of good over evil) in a lively cultural event.
🏈 Sports
On Thursday, the Lady Cowboys and Huntington teams played a marathon softball game lasting 5 hours and 40 minutes with an official score of 54 to 45 (99 runs combined), although Southwood claims it scored 55 runs amid scoring chaos that set a prep record.
Shreveport Mudbugs earned a commanding 7 to 2 win in Game 1 with Duke Ehrhard scoring a hat trick on Friday at Hirsch Coliseum.
They will host a potential playoff clincher against the Corpus Christi IceRays Saturday at 7:11 p.m.
Natchitoches Central defeated Benton 2-0 on Thursday, Apr.
9 at Benton High School in Bossier Parish, with key plays in pitching and fielding shaping the baseball game.
🎉 Shreveport Events
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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.
The Sundress Soirée
12-4 p.m. — Kanteen Park — Free entry — Experience a stylish day filled with sunshine, smiles, and great company.
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.
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.
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.
Star Wars Unlimited - Planetary Qualifier
11 a.m. — Gamers XP — $40 — Battle for your chance to qualify in this exciting Star Wars Unlimited tournament at Gamers XP's new location.
Shreveport Stuffed Shrimp Festival
11 a.m. – 8 p.m. — Festival Plaza — $5 admission, free for children under 10 — Celebrate local flavors and enjoy stuffed shrimp delicacies.
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