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Saturday, December 7th, 2024
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Good morning, Shreveport. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Louisiana faces a cold front with temperatures dropping to the high 30s and low 40s, and residents behind on utility bills could face shut-offs without protections unless temperatures fall below freezing. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
- ➤ The Salvation Army is currently collecting donations to support its holiday initiatives. KSLA
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Shreveport records its 48th homicide of the year with the death of Albert Lott in a domestic incident, bringing Caddo Parish's total to 51. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
- ➤ A Shreveport teen is charged as an adult with second-degree murder for a fatal shooting in early November, following a decision by the Caddo Parish District Attorney's Office. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
- ➤ Two men were injured, one hospitalized with a non-life-threatening injury, after being shot at by occupants of a white car in Shreveport, Louisiana. KTBS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Voters in Caddo and Bossier parishes will decide on local mayoral races, aldermen positions, and statewide constitutional amendments in the upcoming Saturday election. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
- ➤ Shreveport property owners will receive their tax notices in the mail soon, and payments are due by December 31, with online access also available. KTBS
- ➤ Senator Bill Cassidy's office will hold four Constituent Assistance Events in Northwest Louisiana to aid residents with federal agency inquiries. KTAL
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Five seniors from Calvary's football team signed Division I college football scholarships, highlighting their significant contributions to a program aiming for back-to-back state championships. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
- ➤ Daylen Wilson wins the 2024 SBC Advocate Johnny's Pizza Fans' Choice Prep Football Player of the Year, following a championship voting round. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
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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.
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Creed Fisher Live Debut
Creed Fisher makes his debut performance at the intimate Louisiana Grandstand venue.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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