Morning
Monroe
Sunday, November 30th, 2025
Good morning, Monroe. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 30th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Small Business Saturday began in Ark-La-Miss on the Saturday after Thanksgiving as shoppers visited local shops for holiday gifts; local business owners in West Monroe and Downtown El Dorado offered deals to keep money in the community—supporting small businesses as the holiday season starts. KNOE
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday afternoon, ULM's Warhawks ended their season with a 30-27 overtime loss to the Ragin' Cajuns, marking their eighth straight defeat. The team finished 3-9 after a challenging 2025 campaign. KNOE
- ➤ Sterlington beat Loreauville 44-6, Jena edged Mansfield 44-20 and Union won in overtime 20-14 in competitive local sports contests — gas prices in Louisiana dipped slightly to give holiday drivers relief for busy Black Friday travel. KNOE
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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