Good morning, Monroe.

The Moccasins ended a three-game three-day run with a 9 to 1 win over Biloxi — a strong finish that boosts their prospects as they prepare for upcoming matchups.

TCB Nutcracker Tea & Matinee

9:30 AM – 12:00 PM — Monroe Civic Center — Children 2 and under are free — Enjoy breakfast with Clara and the Nutcracker cast followed by a delightful matinee performance.

Monroe Jingle Bell Run

7-11 a.m. — Forsythe Park — Registration fee applies — Celebrate the season with a festive 5K and Half-Marathon while promoting community fitness.

Newsong Christmas Volunteer Event

3:30-7 p.m. — Ouachita Parish High School — Free entry — Spread some holiday cheer by volunteering at this community-driven Christmas event.

The Nutcracker - World Ballet Company Performance

6-7:30 p.m. — WL Jack Howard Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Christmas with this enchanting ballet filled with beautifully choreographed performances and a whimsical storyline.

Century Next December Art Show and Open House - In Tribute: Celebrating the Art of Kit, Annie, and Doug

Century Next Bank is proud to announce its annual December Art Show and Open House, set for Tuesday, December 2, from 5–7 p.m., at the bank’s Main Office located at 505 N. Vienna Street in Ruston. This year’s exhibition honors the enduring legacy and luminous spirit of Kit Gilbert, Annie Weinstein Richardson, and M. Douglas Walton — three beloved artists whose creativity and passion deeply enriched the art community in Lincoln Parish and beyond.