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Friday, December 13th, 2024
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Good morning, Shreveport. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Toni Goodin highlights Holy Angels' commitment to supporting the community through their 2024 Christmas Pageant and providing affordable healthy foods. KSLA
- ➤ In Shreveport, LA, parolees and probationers graduate from a reentry program designed to prepare them for life post-incarceration, highlighting success stories such as Anthony Mandigo's. KTBS
- ➤ Shreveport Public Assembly & Recreation is hosting a free turkey giveaway on December 20th, advising early arrival due to limited supply. KTAL
- ➤ The 'Shop with a Cop' event, hosted by the Shreveport Police Department, Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office, and FOP Lodge 003, will gift 40 local children with Christmas presents, fostering positive community relations. Shreveport Bossier Journal
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Jacob Jerome, 27, was identified as the victim in a fatal vehicle accident on Shreveport/Blanchard Highway in Caddo Parish. KTBS
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ In 2025, 23 states will increase their minimum wage to address the cost of living, while Louisiana, currently at the federal minimum of $7.25 with no state law change planned, considers its options amidst advocacy efforts. Shreveport Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Louisiana Department of Education invites community members to join a committee reviewing ELA and math standards, with applications open until January 27, 2025. KTAL
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Louisiana introduces a law mandating free cancer screenings for firefighters, starting in 2025, to combat workplace risks. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A list of restaurants in the Shreveport-Bossier area open for Christmas Eve and Day dining, emphasizing the need for early reservations. Shreveport Times
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The 2024 SBC Advocate All-Prep Football Team Offensive MVP finalists have been announced, highlighting exceptional high school football talents who broke records and led their teams to significant achievements. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
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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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Way to St James Global Camino
A gathering for local pilgrims to connect and walk together in the scenic neighborhood of Lakeside on Long Lake.
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