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Good morning, Shreveport. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Good Granoly, a women-owned granola bakery in Shreveport, Louisiana, is closing after 10 years of business, marking the end of its journey with handcrafted, preservative-free granola products.  KTAL
  • Shreve Memorial Library celebrates the holiday season with arts and crafts workshops, musical performances by Haley Brooke, and visits from Santa Claus throughout December.  Shreveport Times

CULTURE NEWS

  • China-born, Shreveport-based artist Chang Liu, founder of Blanket Fort Creations, crafts unique glow-in-the-dark resin sculptures to bring fantasy and imagination to life in an interactive manner.  KSLA

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Caddo Parish Sheriff Henry Whitehorn was appointed by Governor Jeff Landry to the Southern University System Board of Supervisors.  KTAL

SPORTS NEWS

  • In a tightly contested state semifinal football game, Catholic-New Iberia defeated Calvary with a last-second field goal to win 33-31, advancing to the state championship.  Shreveport Bossier Journal
  • Top football performers in the Shreveport-Bossier area showcased outstanding plays in the LHSAA semifinals, with notable achievements from players across several teams.  Shreveport Times
  • The 2023 Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl's team matchups are highly uncertain, with several scenarios dependent on upcoming games and previous agreements.  Shreveport Bossier Journal
  • LSU's undefeated women's basketball team, led by Coach Kim Mulkey and star player Mikaylah Williams, is set to play against Grambling in Bossier City.  Shreveport Bossier Journal

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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