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Shreveport
Wednesday, December 24th, 2025
Good morning, Shreveport. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 24th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ FRST – First Responder Support Team is hosting a Christmas morning breakfast at Jack's Bar-B-Que (1301 N. Market Street) starting at 9:30 a.m. to serve pancakes, bacon, and drinks for first responders working during the holiday. KTBS
- ➤ The Salvation Army is helping 1,600 families in northwest Louisiana during the holiday season as volunteers like Franklin Norwood—who overcame hardship and now supports the Angel Tree program—share their year-round commitment to the community. Mary Edwards emphasized that this support continues beyond just Christmas. KSLA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Artists Qean and Nicola Ballard will open 'Waves of Emotion,' a street art and multimedia exhibit at the Southern University Museum of Art in Shreveport on Jan. 15 at 5 p.m.— refreshments and music will be provided to welcome visitors. KSLA
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Independence Bowl draws visitors to hotels, restaurants, and casinos, boosting the area's economy each year. AAA expects more people to travel this holiday season as the event helps drive spending in our community. KSLA
- ➤ Lottery players in Shreveport await the $1.7 billion Powerball drawing as ticket sales close at 9:00 p.m. today and the drawing airs live at 9:59 p.m. on KPXJ; local experts say winners should plan for future tax impacts. KTBS
- ➤ The Coordinating and Development Corporation has received a USDA Rural Business Development grant and is set to team with the Bossier Chamber and Retail Strategies to bring their Retail Academy program to Benton, Haughton, and Plain Dealing in 2026 (providing local communities with tools to attract new retailers). The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Louisiana law permits hemp-derived CBD since plants with up to 0.3% THC are legal, but marijuana-derived CBD is allowed only for specific medical treatments under Act 491. Brown University Health reports that CBD products may cause side effects. Shreveport Times
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ AAA forecasts holiday travel will increase 2.2 percent as 122.4 million Americans are set to travel from Dec. 20 to Jan. 1. Shreveport residents planning road trips, flights or cruises can expect a busy season. KSLA
- ➤ Restaurants in Shreveport-Bossier are open today and tomorrow as casino eateries like Jack Binion’s Steak House (open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. today) and popular chains including Buffalo Wild Wings offer holiday dining options, so reservations are recommended. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
- ➤ Shreveport residents looking for last-second gift ideas can turn to digital options such as ordering a Kindle book on Amazon or gifting an app via the App Store (or topping up a Google Play account) to quickly brighten a loved one’s day. They can also opt for a food delivery surprise or a SiriusXM subscription for an immediate holiday treat. KTBS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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TrapxCanvas - Shreveport
8-10 p.m. — Louisiana Downs — No entry fee mentioned — Unleash your creativity with trap beats while painting in a vibrant community atmosphere.
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