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Saturday, December 7th, 2024

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Good morning, Monroe. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The City of Monroe celebrated the holiday season with their Annual Christmas Tree Lighting event at the Monroe Civic Center.  KNOE
  • Jadyn Maloney, a University of Louisiana Monroe student, has been announced as the new co-anchor for NBC 10 News Today and FOX 14 Your Morning News starting December 9, 2024.  MyArkLaMiss
  • River Cities Humane Society for Cats is encouraging adoptions and providing free shelters for outdoor cats to ensure their safety during winter.  KNOE

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The West Monroe-West Ouachita Chamber of Commerce Mentoring Program has successfully expanded, connecting more high school students with professionals to explore diverse career paths.  KNOE

HEALTH NEWS

  • The Mary Bird Perkins Center is hosting a free 'Barbershop Bash' event in Monroe on December 7, 2024, providing cancer screenings, education, and family activities.  MyArkLaMiss

SPORTS NEWS

  • Central defeats Neville in a poignant victory, advancing while honoring Tarver Braddock.  KNOE
  • The high school football state semi-finals saw unexpected outcomes, with Central defeating Neville 17-13, and Ruston advancing to the dome for the third consecutive year by beating Destrehan 44-7.  KNOE
  • Sterlington advances to the dome with high-scoring offense, while Union's season concludes with a loss to St. James.  KNOE

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sun, 12/8/24

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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.

    Sat, 12/14/24

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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.

    Sat, 12/21/24

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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