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NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — It’s getting late, and it’s almost time to close up for the evening. Here are some stories you might have missed today.

AAA: Number of holiday travelers expected to top 100 million for the first time; budget friendly gas prices

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The average price for a gallon of gasoline here in Louisiana is $1.81 and the national average is just under $2.00.

Papa Noel visits The Ritz-Carlton for breakfast

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The Santa Claus of the South known as Papa Noel made his way to The Ritz-Carlton this morning for their “Breakfast with Papa Noel.”

Study shows NOLA added 5,000+ jobs in one year

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The New Orleans Business Alliance says Orleans Parish added 5,139 new jobs between the second quarters of 2014 and 2015.

Santa is taking free photo’s at the 2nd Annual Slidell Bayou Christmas Festival

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Over 60,000 light bulbs will be twinkling by the bayou in Heritage Park this week.

Walmart extends Christmas Eve hours — will be closed on Christmas Day

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Last-minute holiday shoppers needn’t worry — Walmart has their backs.