Hard to believe it’s Christmas Day with this hot muggy weather. State Climatologist Barry Keim says you’ll need your t-shirts and shorts if you’re gonna be out and about this weekend…:
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Tomorrow is going to be a huge shopping day for retailers and consumers as folks hit the stores to return gifts. LSU Assistant Professor of Marketing Dan Rice says post-Christmas apparel sales will likely be even more substantial this year as retailers struggle to get rid of winter clothing with short shelf life due to unseasonably balmy weather…:
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Rice says some stores are even opening as early as 5am tomorrow as they seek to clear the shelves to make room for new products in the new year.

The Camping World Independence Bowl takes place tomorrow in Shreveport I-Bowl spokesman Stefan Nolet says there will be many events surrounding Independence Stadium leading up to the game. He feels this year’s kickoff time will give fans the opportunity to truly have a gameday experience…:
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The game kicks off at 4:45 and it will be televised on ESPN.

Saints quarterback Drew Brees says despite his torn plantar fascia in his right foot should be good to go when then face the Jaguars in the dome Sunday. Brees suffered the injury early in the Saints’ loss to the Detroit Lions on Monday. He says he’s taking it easy because right now it hurts to walk…:
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The game kicks off at 3pm Sunday and will be televised by CBS.