Good morning, Shreveport.

Centenary College is hosting its annual Christmas Candlelight Service at Brown Chapel to welcome the holiday season (a festive event that brings the community together).

Precious Memories Mortuary announced arrangements honoring Deacon Clyde Pipkins, Jr. — a public viewing took place Friday, Dec.

5 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at 4017 Greenwood Road. A Celebration of Life service is held today at 11 a.m. at Mount Canaan Baptist Church on 1666 Alston Street.

Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet will perform The Nutcracker featuring nearly 100 local dancers and guest artists on Dec.

13 at 6:30 p.m. and Dec. 14 at 2:30 p.m.—tickets start at $38.

Centenary College is holding its annual Christmas Candlelight Service at Brown Chapel on campus to kick off the holiday season — the event will bring the community together for a warm evening celebration.

Bossier City closed Tuesday on the former General Dynamics building at 301 Benton Road for $3,375,000 to serve as office space and a new senior center for the Council on Aging (BCOA), with funding for renovations approved for next year.

LSU football faces a bowl decision as predictions favor a return to the Music City Bowl, with Liberty and Duke’s Mayo Bowls also in the mix.

The final schedule will be released tomorrow (Dec. 7) before College Football Playoff rankings are shown.

LSU defeated Duke with a 93 to 77 score on Thursday night as Mikaylah Williams and Flau'jae Johnson led a strong surge in the third quarter; the Tigers remain unbeaten (nine wins) and will face New Orleans on Sunday.

LSUS teams beat Texas College at The Dock on Thursday, with the men scoring 107 points and the women 61 points.

LSUS will host a toy drive doubleheader against Jarvis Christian this Saturday (women’s game at 1 p.m., men’s at 3:30 p.m.).

Morning Nature Hike

7-9 a.m. — Eddie D Jones Park — Free entry — Explore wildlife and enjoy a picturesque early morning hike guided by a park naturalist.

World Ballet Company's The Nutcracker

7:00-8:30 p.m. — The Strand Theatre, Shreveport, LA — Ticket prices vary — Experience the timeless magic of ballet in this enchanting holiday classic featuring a magical journey and delightful characters.

Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland

7-8:30 p.m. — Shreveport Municipal Auditorium — Limited VIP Packages Available — Experience a magical extravaganza filled with acrobatics and holiday melodies to ignite the festive spirit.

49th Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl

1-2:30 p.m. — Independence Stadium — Check website for ticket info — Experience one of the longest-running college football bowl games featuring top NCAA FBS teams.

Rock The Clock New Year's Eve Celebration

8-9:30 p.m. — Shreveport Convention Center — Enjoy a captivating New Year’s Eve experience filled with wonder and excitement.