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In today’s Shreveport Buzz:

• Lowder King Cake Kickoff: A Sweet Start to Mardi Gras Season! 🎉

• DOTD Prepares for Possible Winter Precipitation ❄️

• Pages in Motion: The Art of Pop-Up Books & Paper Peepshows 📚

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🎉 Bally’s Shreveport to Celebrate 25th Anniversary in 2025!

• A quarter-century of entertainment! Bally’s Shreveport is gearing up to celebrate its 25th anniversary in 2025, marking decades of excitement, gaming, and community fun. Stay tuned for festivities and special events to honor this milestone! 🏨 Click Here

🎓 BPCC Hosts Career and Technical Education Conference

• Bossier Parish Community College is hosting a Career and Technical Education Conference, bringing educators and industry leaders together to discuss innovative learning and job training opportunities for students. 🚀 Click Here

❄️ DOTD Prepares for Possible Winter Precipitation

• The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is gearing up for potential winter weather. Crews are ready to ensure road safety with pre-treatments and precautionary measures. Drive safe this season! 🛣️ Click Here

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WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE CITY?

🎂 Lowder King Cake Kickoff: A Sweet Start to Mardi Gras Season! 🎉

Indulge in the magic of Mardi Gras with the Lowder King Cake Kickoff! Sample delicious king cakes and kick off the season with festive flair.

📅 Date: January 7, 2025
📍 Location: Shreveport, LA
🎉 Ready for a sweet celebration? Get all the details for the Lowder King Cake Kickoff and enjoy a taste of tradition.

📖 Pages in Motion: The Art of Pop-Up Books & Paper Peepshows 📚

Step into a world of intricate design and storytelling at Pages in Motion. Explore the enchanting world of pop-up books and paper peepshows in this unique exhibit.

📅 Date: January 7, 2025
📍 Location: Shreveport, LA
📚 Ready to be amazed? Get all the details for Pages in Motion and discover the artistry of these interactive books.

CIVIL INSIGHT

📅 Long Range Planning and Special Projects Committee Meeting

The Caddo Parish Commission's Long Range Planning and Special Projects Committee will convene on Monday, January 6, 2025, from 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM.

Agenda Highlights:

• Discussion and Recommendation:

  • Establishment of a sales tax within the I-49 North Corridor Economic Development District in connection with the PILOT agreement with Edgemont Holdings, LLC.

  • Potential amendments to the Red River Expressway Cooperative Endeavor Agreement and assignment.

The meeting will be held at Government Plaza, located at 505 Travis Street, Shreveport, LA 71101.

The public is welcome to attend.

For more details, click here.

📝 Caddo Parish Commission Work Session

The Caddo Parish Commission will hold a Work Session on Monday, January 6, 2025, from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM.

Agenda Highlights:

• 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 at Government Plaza, located at 505 Travis Street, 1st Floor, Shreveport, LA 71101.

The public is welcome to attend.

For more details, click here.

Government Plaza
Closed · City Hall
505 Travis St, Shreveport, LA 71101
The central hub for Caddo Parish's governmental operations, hosting various committee meetings and public sessions.

📅 Third Reporting Period/First Day for Students

Caddo Parish schools will resume classes on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, marking the beginning of the third reporting period and the first day for students after the holiday break. Please ensure students are prepared for the new term. For more details, click here.

📝 Caddo Parish School Board Executive Committee/Board Work Session

The Caddo Parish School Board will hold its Executive Committee and Board Work Session on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at 4:30 PM.

Agenda Highlights:

• Establishing the agenda for the upcoming regular board meeting

• Identifying consent agenda items

• Participating in a work session

• Receiving instructional presentations

The meeting will take place in the Board Room of the Central Office, located at 1961 Midway Avenue, Shreveport, LA 71108.

The public is welcome to attend.

For more details, click here.

WEATHER

Monday

41 🌡️ 26 | ☀️ | 55% 🥵 | 💨 WNW 15 mph

Note: Windy this morning; sunny and much colder; there is the potential for snow and slippery travel later in the week; check AccuWeather often.

Tuesday

43 🌡️ 27 | ☀️ | 77% 🥵 | 💨 ESE 6 mph

Note: Cold with plenty of sun.

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LIVE MUSIC BOOGIE

Monday

Laugh Out Loud | Words Over Lattes- The Blaq Roqstar | 7:00 PM

Tuesday

Woodland Hills Baptist Church | The Mark Trammell Quartet | 4:30 PM
Joe's Crab Shack | Karaoke Night | 6:00 PM
Frank's Pizza | Jerry Lee & Lucas Lawrence Live | 6:00 PM
Sweet Caroline's Dueling Piano Bar | Back to the 80's Party | 7:00 PM
Bourbon Bar | Trivia Tuesdays | 7:30 PM
Noble Savage | Live Entertainment | 8:00 PM

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