Riverdale Academy is calling on Rebel fans to show their school spirit for the Red Out basketball game on Saturday, November 14! Fans are encouraged to wear red and pack the student section as the Rebels and Lady Rebels take the court. Students and supporters are also invited to wear Rebel red on Friday, November 13, to help build excitement for the big game.

Santa Claus is coming to Hall Summit! Families are invited to bring the children to Hall Summit Town Hall on Saturday, December 5, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a special visit with Santa. Bring your Christmas smiles and cameras for pictures and a chance to make some holiday memories!

LSU Women’s Basketball is coming to Natchitoches on Sunday, December 6, to take on Northwestern State University! Fans are invited to a special pregame tailgate from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Prather Coliseum before the Tigers face the Lady Demons. The first 100 ticket purchasers will receive an exclusive poster autographed by the 2026–27 LSU women’s basketball team.

Castor High School is getting ready for its annual Reindeer Run on Thursday, December 10, 2026! The school track will light up for this festive holiday tradition. Mark your calendars and get ready for an evening of Christmas fun. Reindeer Run T-shirt sales will begin soon.

The Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) has suspended 23 football players following Saturday’s postgame brawl between Grambling State and Arkansas-Pine Bluff, including 14 Grambling players. Grambling State was also fined $25,000 for its involvement in the altercation.

Buc-ee’s is now accepting job applications for its upcoming Ruston location. The popular travel center chain has begun recruiting employees for several positions, including management opportunities, as preparations continue for the new store. Those interested in joining the Buc-ee’s team can view available positions and apply online at careers.buc-ees.com.

Tesla plans to wind down production of its Cybertruck around the middle of 2027, according to an announcement from CEO Elon Musk. The company will shift manufacturing space at its Texas factory toward increased production of the Cybercab, its planned self-driving vehicle. The futuristic stainless-steel pickup, introduced in 2023, has struggled to attract buyers despite considerable attention surrounding its launch. According to reports, Cybertruck sales dropped 48% from 2024 to 2025 and declined another 28% during the first nine months of 2026. The announcement signals a major change in Tesla’s vehicle production priorities.

Charlie Woods, the son of golf legend Tiger Woods, has officially signed to play collegiate golf at Florida State University. The high school senior will join the Seminoles men’s golf team in the fall of 2027. Charlie has followed in his father’s footsteps, competing in junior golf tournaments and gaining national attention for his performances on the course.

Republicans elect Ohio’s Jim Jordan as House Minority Leader over Louisiana’s Steve Scalise.

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