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Shreveport Fire Department Quickly Contained Condo Fire, No Injuries Reported
Shreveport Fire Department Responds to Condo Fire SHREVEPORT, La. — On a sunny Wednesday afternoon, as the temperature soared to a warm 84°F, an unexpected event was unfolding on East...
Bossier City Secures $22.6 Million for Critical Infrastructure Project to Enhance Economic Growth
Bossier City Welcomes Major Infrastructure Investment Bossier City is buzzing with excitement as news breaks of a significant investment in the region’s infrastructure. On Wednesday, October 16, 2024, U.S. Senator...
Sunny Days and Rising Temperatures Forecasted for Shreveport, LA
Sunny Days Ahead in Shreveport, LA Hey there, Shreveport! Are you enjoying this gorgeous weather as much as we are? It’s hard to believe, but today marks the 25th day...
Caddo Parish Commission Reduces Budget and Approves New Initiatives for Community Development
Caddo Parish Commission Adjusts Budget for Community Needs This week, the Caddo Parish Commission gathered for an important meeting to make some updates to the budget of the capital outlay...
Tragic Accident Claims Life in Downtown Shreveport
Tragic Accident Claims Life in Downtown Shreveport Shreveport, Louisiana — A heartbreaking incident unfolded early on the morning of October 19, leaving the tight-knit community mourning and seeking answers. As...
Shreveport Enjoys Perfect Weekend Weather With Sunshine and Comfortable Temperatures
Shreveport Welcomes a Beautiful Weekend Greetings from the lovely city of Shreveport, Louisiana! As we embrace the weekend, there’s a delightful spell of weather upon us that’s certainly worth talking...
Shreveport Police Investigate Shooting, Seek Public’s Assistance for Key Suspect
Shreveport Police Seek Public’s Help in Ongoing Shooting Investigation In a quiet corner of Shreveport, Louisiana, the streets are buzzing with concern as local law enforcement seeks assistance from the...
Shreveport Man Sentenced to 20 Years After Fatal Shooting of Brother
Shreveport Man Sentenced to 20 Years for Killing His Brother In a heart-wrenching conclusion to a tragic incident that unfolded last year, a young man from Shreveport pled guilty to...
Shreveport Residents Celebrate Power Restoration as Early Voting Begins
Shreveport Residents See Power Restored as Early Voting Kicks Off Shreveport, La. – This morning, the dawn brought not just a fresh day but also a sense of relief to...
BUSINESS
Internet Marketing Strategies For Your Shreveport Business
Internet marketing, or digital marketing, uses the internet to promote a product or service. It can include various activities, from creating and managing a website to driving traffic through SEO...
Events/What's Happening
Shreveport Youth Summit Engages Teens in Addressing Key Issues Facing Their Future
Shreveport Youth Summit Tackles Serious Issues with Fun and Engagement Shreveport, La. – This past Saturday, excitement filled the air at the 3rd Annual Northwest Louisiana Youth Summit, organized by...
Shreveport’s Prize Fest Celebrates Creativity and Awards Louisiana Film Prize 2024
Shreveport’s Prize Fest Comes to a Celebrated Close This past weekend, Shreveport was buzzing with excitement as the much-anticipated Prize Fest wrapped up its four-day celebration of creativity and talent....
Shreveport-Bossier Kicks Off Black Restaurant Week to Celebrate Local Culinary Excellence
Shreveport-Bossier Celebrates Culinary Culture with Black Restaurant Week Hey there, food lovers! If you’re in the Shreveport-Bossier area, get ready for a mouthwatering adventure as Black Restaurant Week kicks off!...
Bossier City Celebrates Veterans with Heartwarming Homecoming Event
Bossier City Hosts Joyful Homecoming Celebration for Veterans On a beautiful sunny day in Bossier City, Louisiana, with temperatures soaring to a delightful 82°F, the mood was filled with excitement...
Fall Fun Awaits at the Pumpkin Patch in Shreveport’s Provenance
Fall Fun in Shreveport: The Pumpkin Patch at Provenance Shreveport, La. — There’s a magical place where pumpkins abound, and it’s making all our fall dreams come true. The “Pumpkin...
Shreveport Community Unites for Successful Day of Service Event
Shreveport Shines with Community Spirit During Day of Service Shreveport, La. — On a beautiful Saturday morning filled with sunny skies and a pleasant breeze, the community came together for...
Shreveport-Bossier City to Host Exciting Weekend Film Festival Showcasing Local Talent
Shreveport-Bossier City: A Weekend of Short Films Awaits! Calling all film buffs in Shreveport-Bossier City! Are you ready to dive into a splendid assortment of local short films this Saturday?...
Shreveport Community Unites for Domestic Violence Awareness at Annual Kickball Tournament
Shreveport Kicks Off Awareness for Domestic Violence with Fun-Filled Kickball Tournament Shreveport, Louisiana, was the place to be last Saturday as the sun shone brightly, and the community came together...
Centenary College Launches New Center for Innovative Learning to Enhance Global Education and Workforce Development
Centenary College in Shreveport Launches New Center for Innovative Learning Shreveport, Louisiana is buzzing with excitement as Centenary College announces the launch of its new Center for Innovative Learning (CIL)!...
CRIME
Shreveport Fire Department Quickly Contained Condo Fire, No Injuries Reported
Shreveport Fire Department Responds to Condo Fire SHREVEPORT, La. — On a sunny Wednesday afternoon, as the temperature soared to a warm 84°F, an unexpected event was unfolding on East...
Tragic Accident Claims Life in Downtown Shreveport
Tragic Accident Claims Life in Downtown Shreveport Shreveport, Louisiana — A heartbreaking incident unfolded early on the morning of October 19, leaving the tight-knit community mourning and seeking answers. As...
Shreveport Police Investigate Shooting, Seek Public’s Assistance for Key Suspect
Shreveport Police Seek Public’s Help in Ongoing Shooting Investigation In a quiet corner of Shreveport, Louisiana, the streets are buzzing with concern as local law enforcement seeks assistance from the...
Shreveport Man Sentenced to 20 Years After Fatal Shooting of Brother
Shreveport Man Sentenced to 20 Years for Killing His Brother In a heart-wrenching conclusion to a tragic incident that unfolded last year, a young man from Shreveport pled guilty to...
Shreveport City Council Suspends North Police Substation Bidding Amid Controversy Over Land Deal Stipulations
Shreveport City Council Calls for Pause on North Police Substation Bidding SHREVEPORT, La. — On Tuesday, the Shreveport City Council made headlines when they convened for a special meeting to...
Welfare Concern Leads to Arrest of Off-Duty Officer in Shreveport
Welfare Concern Leads to Arrest of Off-Duty Officer in Shreveport Shreveport, Louisiana – In a surprising turn of events, an off-duty police officer from the Shreveport Police Department (SPD) found...
Shreveport Trial Date Set for Former Officer Charged with Negligent Homicide
Shreveport’s Upcoming Trial: Former Officer’s Case Draws Attention Shreveport, La. — If you’re keeping an eye on local news, get ready for a trial that has everyone talking. In the...
Minden Man’s Murder Investigation Achieves Breakthrough with Suspect Arrested
Minden Man’s Murder Investigation Takes a Breakthrough Turn Minden, La. — A small town often characterized by its tight-knit community recently witnessed a tragic incident that has left residents in...
Shreveport Prepares for High-Profile Trial of Former Officer in Fatal Shooting Case
Shreveport Faces Unfolding Legal Drama: Former Officer’s Trial Scheduled In the vibrant city of Shreveport, Louisiana, a significant legal case is set to unfold that has captured the attention of...
POLITICS
Bossier City Secures $22.6 Million for Critical Infrastructure Project to Enhance Economic Growth
Bossier City Welcomes Major Infrastructure Investment Bossier City is buzzing with excitement as news breaks of a significant investment in the region’s infrastructure. On Wednesday, October 16, 2024, U.S. Senator...
Caddo Parish Commission Reduces Budget and Approves New Initiatives for Community Development
Caddo Parish Commission Adjusts Budget for Community Needs This week, the Caddo Parish Commission gathered for an important meeting to make some updates to the budget of the capital outlay...
Shreveport Residents Celebrate Power Restoration as Early Voting Begins
Shreveport Residents See Power Restored as Early Voting Kicks Off Shreveport, La. – This morning, the dawn brought not just a fresh day but also a sense of relief to...
Shreveport City Council Suspends North Police Substation Bidding Amid Controversy Over Land Deal Stipulations
Shreveport City Council Calls for Pause on North Police Substation Bidding SHREVEPORT, La. — On Tuesday, the Shreveport City Council made headlines when they convened for a special meeting to...
Shreveport City Council Raises Alarm Over Police Substation Deed Restrictions and Lack of Communication
Shreveport City Council Voices Concerns Over Police Substation Deed Shreveport, La. — On Thursday, October 17, a lively discussion took place during the City Council meeting as members raised important...
Caddo Parish School Board Appoints New District 7 Representative and Approves Controversial School Bus Tire Contract
Caddo Parish School Board Holds Important Meetings This week, the bustling city of Shreveport was alive with discussions and decisions as the Caddo Parish School Board gathered for both regular...
Shreveport Trial Date Set for Former Officer Charged with Negligent Homicide
Shreveport’s Upcoming Trial: Former Officer’s Case Draws Attention Shreveport, La. — If you’re keeping an eye on local news, get ready for a trial that has everyone talking. In the...
New Interim Board Member Brings Commitment to Stability and Success in Shreveport’s District 7
New Interim Board Member Appointed for District 7 in Shreveport Shreveport, Louisiana – The Caddo Parish School Board has made an important addition to the team, appointing Jerry Bowman Jr....
Deferral of Bossier City Charter Vote Brings Mixed Reactions
Deferral of Bossier City Charter Vote Brings Mixed Reactions This week, the residents of Bossier City are buzzing about the recent decision from the Louisiana Bond Commission to defer a...
SPORTS
Remembering Local Hero Trey Prather: A Tale of Sacrifice and Community Resilience in Shreveport
Shreveport: Remembering a Local Hero The sun was shining brightly in Shreveport on a recent day, as the skies painted a perfect backdrop for storytelling that resonates deeply within our...
Bossier City Appoints Roxanne Tanner as New Director of Racing at Louisiana Downs
Bossier City Welcomes New Director of Racing This week, the bustling city of Bossier City is abuzz with exciting news from the world of thoroughbred racing. The Louisiana Downs racetrack,...
Mystic Dan, Horse Owned by Shreveport’s Gasaway Family, Clinches Kentucky Derby Victory
‘Mystic Dan’, Owned by Shreveport’s Gasaway Family, Wins Kentucky Derby A Win from the Ark-La-Tex In a thrilling turn of events, much to the joy of the Ark-La-Tex community and...
Shreveport Businessman Bernie Woods Reflects on the Passing of Lifelong Friend O.J. Simpson
Shreveport Business Owner, Bernie Woods, Speaks on the Death of Friend O.J. Simpson SHREVEPORT – A Friendship for a Lifetime Shreveport, Louisiana – Bernie Woods, locally renowned business owner, spoke...