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Servicing Bossier Residents
Christ Fit Gym has a facility in Bossier City on Chinaberry Drive where people are encouraged to congregate and work out free of charge. It’s an unusual arrangement, but owner Billy Weatherall says his inspiration came at the lowest point in his life. After military service, Weatherall found his life spiraling out of control.

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Singing Shreveport Music’s Praises
Teach’s work as a liaison with the manufacturers has helped improve the inventory at the store. But he also has worked with general manager Starbuck Langley and the rest of the staff to improve the appearance of the store as well..

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Good Grief Charlie Brown
In December 1965, nearly 15 million viewers, or one-half of the television viewing audience, tuned in to watch “A Charlie Brown Christmas.” It has become the longest-running cartoon special in history, but it was almost canceled before it was ever aired.

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318 | BRIEFS
Shreveport Farmers’ Market has placed first in Louisiana in the 2022 America’s Farmers Market Celebration, an annual celebration of farmers’ markets coordinated by the Farmers Market Coalition and American Farmland Trust.

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Christmas in the Sky
At a horserace track. "It's a really big room," said Corbin, who designed the "Cinderella" section of this year's upcoming Christmas in the Sky event at Louisiana Downs. "I've had this room numerous times, so I'm very familiar with how big pieces have to be.

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An IMAX Makeover
The new name will be the Goodman IMAX Dome to honor Sylvia Goodman and her family. According to Dianne Clark, executive director of Sci-Port, “Sylvia’s vision and tenacity resulted in the opening of the current Sci-Port Discovery Center in 1998.

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Hardware Store Turns 100
“Listen to your customers,” said Julian Holmes, who sold Holmes Hardware to Tubbs in 1979. “Don’t run your business from your office. Let your shoes be your office. You meet those customers up front. You have a want-list in your front pocket, and you find out what customers want, and you fill their needs.

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Make the Holidays Magical with Hearty Meals
Capturing the magic of the holidays often happens at the dinner table as loved ones toast the season with stunning meals worth celebrating. This year, call the entire family together and make your festive feast truly memorable with pairings that offer favorite flavors for all.

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International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Each year, International Day of Persons with Disabilities is celebrated on Dec. 3 as a way to promote the rights and well-being of persons with disabilities.

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The Impact to and Resources for Caregivers of Dementia Patients
Caregivers of people with dementia, often viewed as invisible second patients, face daily challenges that negatively affect their quality of life. As a society and individuals, we should commend and support caregivers for their critical role in the life of a friend or loved one.

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PRP and Stem Cell
Knee arthritis is caused by the wearing out of cartilage in the knee. Cartilage is the cushion in the knee that allows us to move without pain in our daily lives. As the cartilage wears out, we start to hurt! All the catching, locking and deep toothache pain are because of arthritis.

The Healthy Geezer
Body piercings have become more prevalent in the last 25 years, but they are certainly not new. People in most cultures have pierced themselves for thousands of years. The mummified remains of a human in Egypt were pierced more than 5,000 years ago. Body piercings are also mentioned in the Bible.

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Second National Wreaths Across America Day
Hundreds of Wreaths Across America volunteers from Pearl Harbor to Valley Forge work year-round to ensure that military laid to rest are remembered, their families and living veterans are honored, and the next generation is taught the value of freedom.

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On the Scene
The well-attended gathering was held at Great Raft Brewing, where guests enjoyed pastalaya from Drake Catering, sponsored by Single Source Business Planning & Consulting. – Special to 318 Forum.
