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Good morning, Shreveport. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Caddo Association of School Librarians and the R.W. Norton Art Gallery in Shreveport, LA, will host a Holiday Book Fair and Family Day to support local students and provide gifts and books for Christmas, along with collecting donations for needy children.  KTAL
  • The Shreveport Convention Center will host a New Year's Eve Red Carpet Party called Rock The Clock.  KSLA
  • Baptist Temple Baptist Church Pastor Trevor Allen emphasizes the importance of unity among Shreveport's youth and young adults through shared faith.  KSLA
  • A Shreveport pawn shop is donating a Chromebook to Southwood High School for every $100 in sales to celebrate National Pawnbrokers Day.  KTAL

CRIME NEWS

  • Archille Parrel Holmes Jr. was found guilty of second-degree murder for the 2022 shooting death of Tomel T. Henry in Shreveport, facing a mandatory life sentence without parole.  KTAL

CULTURE NEWS

  • The 'Christmas in the Sky! Sinsational It’s Vegas Baby' gala, set for Dec. 14 at Louisiana Downs Casino, aims to support the Shreveport Regional Arts Council through a Las Vegas-themed event.  KSLA
  • The Red River Revel announces its 2025 event schedule in Shreveport, featuring art, music, wine events, and the Shreveport Farmers' Market to cater to diverse interests.  Shreveport Times

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Mayor Arceneaux discusses a sales tax increase and the 2025 budget to improve the city's financial health.  KSLA

EVENTS

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  • Candlelight Concert: A Tribute to Adele

    Experience a unique, multi-sensory musical event featuring the music of Adele performed by the Listeso String Quartet in a candlelit setting at the Scottish Rite Temple.

    Thu, 12/12/24

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  • Creed Fisher Live Debut

    Creed Fisher makes his debut performance at the intimate Louisiana Grandstand venue.

    Fri, 12/13/24

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  • Don't Take This Serious: A Comedy Night Featuring JP Leonard

    This comedy event at East Bank Theatre will feature headliner JP Leonard alongside Drew Gautreaux and local favorite Jonny Gates during the Christmas season.

    Sat, 12/14/24

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  • Ben Folds Live with Lindsey Kraft

    Ben Folds will perform live at The Strand Theatre, accompanied by special guest Lindsey Kraft.

    Sun, 12/15/24

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  • Christmas Celebration with The Rat Pack

    This event features a nostalgic recreation of a 1960s Las Vegas Christmas show with performances by Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis Jr. impersonators, including festive classics and a special appearance by Marilyn Monroe.

    Wed, 12/18/24

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  • Colter Wall in Concert with Vincent Neil Emerson and Kade Hoffman

    Colter Wall will perform live at the Shreveport Municipal Auditorium alongside Vincent Neil Emerson and Kade Hoffman for an evening of music.

    Fri, 12/20/24

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  • Caddo Parish Swift Skills Basketball Camp

    The Caddo Parish Swift Skills Basketball Camp, organized by Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation and Stromile Swift, focuses on developing basketball skills for young athletes.

    Sat, 12/21/24

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  • New Year's Eve Celebration at Sweet Caroline’s Dueling Piano Bar

    This event features an evening of fine dining and live music, offering a festive atmosphere to celebrate the arrival of the New Year.

    Tue, 12/31/24

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