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In today’s Shreveport Buzz:

• Ribbon Cutting: 5 Star Grocery Store and Gas Station Grand Opening! 🌟

• Pictures with Santa: Meet the Santa of Shreveport! 📸

• Jingle and Mingle: A Festive Networking Event! 🎉

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🤖 Inside Shreveport’s Amazon Robotics Fulfillment Center on Cyber Monday!

• Rick Rowe takes you behind the scenes of Shreveport’s high-tech Amazon Robotics Fulfillment Center during the busiest shopping day of the year. See how robots and humans work together to ship those Cyber Monday deals! 📦 Click Here

🍭 Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office Hosts “Sheriff’s Candy Land”!

• Sweet times ahead! The Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office is hosting “Sheriff’s Candy Land,” a festive event filled with games, treats, and community spirit. Bring the family for a sugar-filled celebration! 🎄 Click Here

📉 Shreveport Homicide Numbers Down 43% So Far This Yea

• Positive news for Shreveport! The city has seen a significant 43% drop in homicide numbers compared to last year. A step forward for community safety and efforts to curb violence. 🚔 Click Here

LOCAL BUSINESS

✂️ Ribbon Cutting: 5 Star Grocery Store and Gas Station Grand Opening! 🌟

Celebrate the grand opening of the 5 Star Grocery Store and Gas Station! Join the community for the ribbon-cutting ceremony and explore the newest spot for groceries, gas, and great service.

📅 Date: December 2, 2024
🌟 Ready to check it out? Get all the details for the Ribbon Cutting: 5 Star Grocery Store and Gas Station and be part of the celebration!

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WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE CITY?

🎨 SRAC Artist Holiday Potluck: A Creative Feast! 🍽️

Celebrate the season with the SRAC Artist Holiday Potluck! Share a meal, connect with fellow creatives, and enjoy a festive gathering filled with art, laughter, and holiday cheer.

📅 Date: December 2, 2024
🍽️ Ready to bring a dish? Get all the details for the SRAC Artist Holiday Potluck and join the artistic festivities!

🍸 Fatty’s Shreveport Ski Lodge Holiday Pop-Up Bar: Winter Fun with a Twist! 🎅

Step into Fatty’s Shreveport Ski Lodge, a holiday pop-up bar bringing winter magic to town. Enjoy festive cocktails, cozy vibes, and a fun escape from the holiday hustle.

📅 Date: December 2, 2024
🎅 Ready for some festive fun? Get all the details for Fatty’s Shreveport Ski Lodge Holiday Pop-Up Bar and toast the season!

🎨 Bayou Christmas Bash Paint Party: Unleash Your Holiday Creativity! 🎄

Get in the holiday spirit with the Bayou Christmas Bash Paint Party! Create your own festive masterpiece while enjoying good company and holiday vibes.

📅 Date: December 2, 2024
🎄 Ready to paint? Get all the details for the Bayou Christmas Bash Paint Party and bring your creativity to life!

🚂 KT Tunstall & The 2024 CPKC Holiday Train in Shreveport: A Musical Celebration! 🎤

Experience the magic of the CPKC Holiday Train featuring KT Tunstall! Enjoy live music, holiday lights, and a heartwarming celebration perfect for families and music lovers.

📅 Date: December 2, 2024
🎤 Ready to ride the holiday train? Get all the details for the KT Tunstall & The 2024 CPKC Holiday Train and join the festivities!

🎅 Pictures with Santa: Meet the Santa of Shreveport! 📸

Capture magical memories with Pictures with Santa! Bring the family for a festive photo session starring the iconic Santa of Shreveport.

📅 Date: December 2, 2024
📸 Ready for a Santa snapshot? Get all the details for Pictures with Santa and make it a holiday to remember.

❄️ Sno-Port: Explore the Science of Snow! ⛄

Dive into a frosty adventure at Sno-Port! This interactive exhibit combines snowy science with hands-on activities, making it the perfect outing for families and curious minds.

📅 Date: December 2, 2024
⛄ Ready to explore? Get all the details for Sno-Port and enjoy a wintery experience!

🌟 2nd Saturday Social: Holiday Edition – Celebrate Together! 🎉

Connect with the community at the 2nd Saturday Social! This holiday edition features festive activities, music, and the perfect opportunity to meet new people and celebrate the season.

📅 Date: December 2, 2024
🎉 Ready to socialize? Get all the details for the 2nd Saturday Social and join the fun!

🎄 Jingle and Mingle: A Festive Networking Event! 🎉

Kick off the holiday season at Jingle and Mingle! This cheerful gathering is perfect for meeting new people, reconnecting with friends, and spreading holiday cheer in a lively and festive atmosphere.

📅 Date: December 3, 2024
🎉 Ready to celebrate the season? Get all the details for Jingle and Mingle and join the festivities!

🛍️ Fall Markets at Provenance Town Center: Holiday Shopping Bliss!

Discover unique gifts, delicious treats, and handcrafted treasures at the Fall Markets at Provenance Town Center. It’s the perfect place to find one-of-a-kind holiday items while supporting local vendors.

📅 Date: December 3, 2024
🌟 Ready to shop local? Get all the details for Fall Markets at Provenance Town Center and make your holiday shopping memorable.

🎨 Fused Glass Christmas Tree Dish: Craft Your Own Holiday Keepsake! ❄️

Unleash your creativity at the Fused Glass Christmas Tree Dish workshop! Create a beautiful, handmade glass dish to add a personal touch to your holiday decor or gift-giving.

📅 Date: December 3, 2024
❄️ Ready to craft? Get all the details for the Fused Glass Christmas Tree Dish and make something truly unique!

CIVIL INSIGHT

💰 Caddo Parish Appropriations Committee Meeting

On the agenda for today’s Appropriations Committee Meeting:

• Roll call and invocation

• Pledge of Allegiance

• Public comments

• Discussion on the appropriations process, including potential updates to applications and scoring

The meeting will be held on Monday, December 2, 2024, at 2:30 PM at the Caddo Parish Government Chambers. The public is welcome to attend.

Caddo Parish — 505 Travis Street, Shreveport, LA .

📝 Caddo Parish Commission Work Session

On the agenda for today’s Work Session:

• Roll call of commissioners

• Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance

• Citizen comments

• Administrator's report

• Commission remarks

• President's report

• Old business discussions

• Introduction of new ordinances and resolutions

The session will be held on Monday, December 2, 2024, at 3:30 PM at the Caddo Parish Government Chambers. The public is welcome to attend. Click here for more details — 505 Travis Street, Shreveport, LA.

🗣️ Superintendent's Listening and Learning Tour — Broadmoor

Join Superintendent Keith Burton for an engaging session to share your insights and suggestions for Caddo Parish Public Schools. This event is part of the ongoing Listening and Learning Tour aimed at fostering community involvement in our schools.

Date: Tuesday, December 2, 2024 Time: 5:30 PM Location: Broadmoor STEM Academy, 441 Atlantic Ave, Shreveport, LA 71105

Your participation is vital in shaping the future of our education system. We look forward to hearing from you!

For more details, click here.

📊 Caddo Parish Commission Special Session to Adopt the 2025 Budget

On the agenda for today’s Special Session:

• Roll call of commissioners

• Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance

• Citizens' comments

• Adoption of the 2025 Operating and Capital Improvements Budget

The session will be held on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at 3:30 PM in the Government Plaza Chambers. The public is welcome to attend. Click here for more details — 505 Travis Street, Shreveport, LA.

🚌 CPSB Transportation Committee Meeting

On the agenda for today’s Transportation Committee Meeting:

• Review of current transportation policies

• Discussion of bus routes and schedules

• Safety protocols and training updates

The meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at 3:00 PM in the Board Room of the Central Office, located at 1961 Midway Avenue, Shreveport, LA. The public is welcome to attend. Click here for more details.

🗒️ Caddo Parish School Board Executive Committee/Board Work Session

On the agenda for today’s meeting:

• Establishing the agenda for the upcoming board meeting

• Identifying consent agenda items

• Participating in a work session

• Receiving instructional presentations

The meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 3, 4:30 PM, in the Board Room of the Central Office, located at 1961 Midway Avenue, Shreveport, LA. The public is welcome to attend.

Caddo Schools

WEATHER

Monday

65 🌡️ 34 | ☀️ | 79% 🥵 | 💨 ESE 6 mph

Tuesday

56 🌡️ 40 | ☀️ | 79% 🥵 | 💨 ESE 6 mph

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LIVE MUSIC BOOGIE

Monday

Frank's Live | Seth Bradford & Shawn Stroope | 6:00 PM
Laugh Out Loud | Words Over Lattes | 7:00 PM

Tuesday

Sweet Caroline Dueling Piano Bar | Comedy Open Mic | 5:00 PM
Frank's Pizza Napoletana | Dylan Brunson | 6:00 PM
Eastridge Country Club | Christmas Party-Private | 6:00 PM
Joe's Crab Shack | Karaoke Night | 6:00 PM
Daiquiri Express Blanchard | Karaoke Night | 6:00 PM
Frozen Pirogue | Selfish | 6:30 PM
Lake Street Bar | Tacos & Tequila Tuesdays | 7:00 PM
Noble Savage | Live Entertainment | 8:00 PM
Strange Brew | Tuesday Karaoke | 9:00 PM

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