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🐝The Day After Christmas, Let's See What's In Store

🐝The Day After Christmas, Let's See What's In Store

Ordavion Charleston
December 26, 2024 • Estimated Reading Time: 8 minutes

Good After Lunch! The Shreveport Buzz is the breakfast burrito of newsletters—packed with everything you love!"

In today’s Shreveport Buzz:

Chicken and Biscuits – Presented by Stage Center 🍗
Drone Rules, Regulations, and Certifications Explained 🎉
Bear's Blood Drive: Give Back & Get Rewards 🍔

Let’s get to it

— Ordavion Charleston

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THE DIGEST

🚗 North Louisiana Prepares for Increased Holiday Travel

Roads and airports in North Louisiana are gearing up for the holiday rush. If you’re traveling, plan ahead and expect busy traffic and longer lines—but also lots of holiday cheer! 🎄 Click Here

🚁 Drone Rules, Regulations, and Certifications Explained

Taking to the skies? Stay informed about drone rules, regulations, and certification requirements. Whether you’re a hobbyist or a professional, understanding the guidelines is key to safe flying. ✈️ Click Here

🏙️ 50 Cent Partners with Louisiana Senator to Develop Downtown Shreveport Property

Big plans for the Big Apple’s iconic rapper in Louisiana! 50 Cent teams up with a Louisiana senator to invest in downtown Shreveport, sparking excitement for potential economic growth and revitalization. 🎤 Click Here

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WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE CITY?

🧠 Big Dick's Trivia Night: Fun, Drinks, and Prizes! 🎉

Gather your friends and test your knowledge at Big Dick's Trivia Night! Enjoy a night of friendly competition, great prizes, and unbeatable drink specials.

📅 Date: Last Thursday of every month at 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Lowe-McFarlane Post No. 14, 5315 S. Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109
⏳ Duration: 1 hour
👫 Team Size: Up to 4 players per team
🎲 Rounds: 3 rounds of trivia

🍷 Wine Wednesday (on Thursday!): Sip, Savor, and Celebrate ✨

Post-Christmas vibes call for wine! Join We Olive & Wine Bar Shreveport for a relaxing Wine Wednesday (on a Thursday!) featuring half-priced wines by the glass all day long.

📅 Date: December 28, 2024 (Thursday)
📍 Location: We Olive & Wine Bar, Shreveport, LA
⏳ Duration: 11 hours (10:00 AM to 9:00 PM)

❤️ Bear's Blood Drive: Give Back & Get Rewards 🍔

Celebrate the season of giving by donating blood at Bear's! Partnering with Lifeshare Blood Center, Bear’s is hosting a blood drive to support the community—and you’ll get delicious rewards for your generosity!

📅 Date: December 26, 2024 (Thursday)
📍 Location: Bear's, 1401 Fairfield Ave, Shreveport, LA
⏳ Duration: 3 hours (5:30 PM to 8:30 PM)

🍳 Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl FCA Breakfast: Start Your Day Right 🌟

Kick off the Independence Bowl festivities with an inspiring FCA Breakfast. Enjoy a delicious meal, hear from guest speakers, and celebrate the impact of faith and sports in the community.

📅 Date: December 26, 2024
📍 Location: Shreveport Convention Center, Shreveport, LA
✨ Ready to join the celebration? Get all the details for the Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl FCA Breakfast and start your day with inspiration and community!

🎨 Paint the Magnolia: A Night to Unwind 🌸

Relax and let your creativity flow with Paint the Magnolia. Enjoy an evening of painting and socializing in a stress-free, inspiring environment.

📅 Date: December 27, 2024
📍 Location: Haughton, LA
🌸 Ready to unwind? Get all the details for Paint the Magnolia: A Night to Unwind and create something beautiful!

🎭 Independence Bowl Mardi Gras Preview Parade: A Festive Celebration 🎉

Experience the Mardi Gras spirit early with the Independence Bowl Mardi Gras Preview Parade! Catch floats, beads, and fun as the community comes together for this vibrant event.

📅 Date: December 27, 2024
📍 Location: Shreveport, LA
🎉 Ready to celebrate? Get all the details for the Independence Bowl Mardi Gras Preview Parade and join the excitement!

🎭 Chicken and Biscuits – Presented by Stage Center 🍗

Laugh your way through the heartwarming and hilarious production of Chicken and Biscuits. This lively show is sure to entertain audiences of all ages.

📅 Date: December 27, 2024
📍 Location: Shreveport, LA
🍗 Ready for a laugh? Get all the details for Chicken and Biscuits and enjoy a night of theater.

🎶 Holiday Music Night at the Community Pavilion 🎵

Join a festive evening of live music, holiday cheer, and community spirit at the Community Pavilion. Perfect for winding down after the holiday rush.

📅 Date: December 27, 2024
📍 Location: Shreveport, LA
🎵 Ready for music? Get all the details for Holiday Music Night and enjoy the sounds of the season!

CIVIL INSIGHT

🗑️ Shreveport Christmas Holiday Garbage Collection Schedule

The City of Shreveport has announced the garbage collection schedule for the week of Christmas, December 23rd–December 27th, 2024:

Monday, December 23rd: Monday’s garbage will be collected.
Tuesday, December 24th: Tuesday’s garbage will be collected.
Wednesday, December 25th: Christmas Holiday – No garbage will be collected. City offices will be closed.
Thursday, December 26th: Thursday’s garbage will be collected.
Friday, December 27th: Friday’s garbage will be collected.

Additional Information:

No bulk collections will be scheduled for this week. All heavy items called in will be scheduled for a future collection day.
For bulk pick-up requests or additional information, please contact the Solid Waste Office at (318) 673-6300.
The Woolworth Road Regional Solid Waste Facility will be closed on Wednesday, December 25th. For more information about this facility, you may call (318) 925-3500.

For more details, click here.

— 505 Travis Street, Shreveport, LA.

🎄 Caddo Parish Schools Christmas Break Closure

Caddo Parish schools will be closed for Christmas Break from Friday, December 20, 2024, through Monday, January 6, 2025. Schools will reopen on Tuesday, January 7, 2025. Enjoy the holiday season!

Caddo Virtual Academy

For more details, click here.

— 1961 Midway Avenue, Shreveport, LA.

WEATHER

Thursday

62 🌡️ 53 | ⛈️ | 79% 🥵 | 💨 ESE 6 mph

Note: A morning shower or two followed by heavy thunderstorms this afternoon; storms can bring flooding downpours, hail, damaging wind gusts, and an isolated tornado.

Severe Weather Alert: A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect until 7:00 PM CST for Caddo Parish.

Friday

69 🌡️ 56 | ⛈️ | 79% 🥵 | 💨 ESE 6 mph

Note: Sun and some clouds with a thunderstorm expected.

Severe Weather Alert: A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect until 7:00 PM CST for Caddo Parish.

EXTRA SPRINKLES

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📢 Need Yard Announcements?

Make your special occasions stand out with Shreveport Yard Announcement Rental! Our eye-catching yard signs are perfect for celebrating birthdays, graduations, and other milestones. Each sign is designed to add a personal touch and make your message unforgettable. Ready to order your custom yard announcement? Contact us at OUR WEBSITE and let us help you create a memorable display for your event!

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