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Monroe
Friday, December 6th, 2024
Good morning, Monroe. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ West Monroe reveals the event lineup for the 2024 Christmas Festival on December 7, including a parade, live music, and fireworks, alongside advising on pedestrian-only downtown access. MyArkLaMiss
- ➤ The Justice Bus, a joint initiative by the Louisiana Bar Foundation and Lagniappe Law Lab, tours Louisiana offering free legal resources to underserved communities. KNOE
- ➤ The University of Louisiana Monroe is establishing the P-40 Underdogs Pet Adoption and Training Center to combat pet homelessness and support mental health, with nearly $1.25 million already funded through private donations. KEDM
- ➤ KTVE/KARD and Parker Alexander Attorneys at Law launch a 12 Days of Giving campaign to support families in need during the holidays by offering a chance to win a cajun fried turkey and banana pudding. MyArkLaMiss
- ➤ The Center for Children and Families collaborates with The Radio People to organize a Stuff-A-Bus toy drive to collect toys. KNOE
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Monroe man was arrested on charges of second degree murder, attempted murder, and battery after a stabbing incident and the discovery of his father's death. KNOE
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Meta plans a $10 billion AI data center in Louisiana, expected to create thousands of jobs and significantly impact the local economy, while also sparking environmental and economic concerns. KNOE
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Meteorologists predict a cold front in the ArkLaMiss region with mid-20s temperatures overnight into December 6, alongside safety advice for using space heaters. KNOE
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Star Warhawks running back Ahmad Hardy entered the transfer portal on December 4th, right after being named Sun Belt Freshman of the year and making the first team all Sun Belt, with several SEC teams interested in him. KNOE
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2024 Winter Education Conference with Ron Clark
Experience a day of inspiring workshops and engaging sessions at the 2024 Winter Education Conference hosted by Ron Clark.
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Teddy & Me Holiday Tea Experience
A holiday tea event for children and their toy companions featuring a full-service tea, Santa photos, and festive decorations at the Biedenharn Coca-Cola Museum.
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Jingle Bell Run in Monroe, LA
This event features a 13.1-mile and a 5K run held at Forsythe Park in Monroe, Louisiana.
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Candlelight Concert: A Tribute to Coldplay on Strings
Experience a live, multi-sensory performance of Coldplay's music by the Listeso String Quartet in a candlelit setting at 111 Cotton.
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