Bob and Billie Jo Brotherton have known each other almost their entire lives. “Bob and I went from elementary through Haughton High School together, which was grades one to 12 back then. I started liking him in the seventh, but he wasn’t interested in girls at the time,” said Billie Jo. But, by the time Bob was in the ninth …
Let the good times roll in February with these Bossier Parish events
As we enter Mardi Gras season, there’s plenty of seasonal and non-seasonal events to enjoy. From parades and float loading parties to high school sports and a comedy festival, Bossier Parish has plenty to offer this February! MARDI GRAS EVENTS Krewe of Centaur Loading Party This Mardi Gras tradition will see the Krewe of Centaur open its den to the …
Do You Know the History of Plain Dealing?
When people think of towns or cities in Bossier Parish, they often gravitate towards Bossier City, Benton or Haughton. But in the northern portion of the parish lies one of the area’s most historic communities that blossomed at the turn of the 1900s. Plain Dealing began life as a plantation in the mid-1800s and in less than 100 years had …
Living Independently with Bossier Council on Aging
According to the last US Census, the segment of the national population that was growing the fastest was aged 65 and older. Demographers forecast this trend will continue well past 2050. And as people age, they grow concerned with being able to lead fuller independent lives. Since 1975, Bossier Council On Aging (BCOA) has provided services to seniors ages 60 …
State of Bossier Address Shows Continual Parish Growth
The population of Bossier Parish continues to grow which means parish leaders are always looking to improve. This statement seemed to be the common theme at the State of Bossier Address that took place on April 19. The address, hosted by the Bossier Chamber of Commerce, took place at the Hilton Garden Inn’s Event Center.
4 of the Best Free Things to Do in Bossier City for Families
One great thing about living in Bossier is there are plenty of free things to do with the family. You won’t have to worry about staying inside when you find yourself over your monthly budget. Instead, you can enjoy some of these free things to do in Bossier City: 1. Window Shop at the Louisiana Boardwalk Just because you’re trying …
Bossier’s Rural Life
Who wants to live more than ten minutes away from a Target or a Chik-fil-A? Turns out, quite a few people in our parish enjoy living their lives in the smaller towns that help make up the outskirts of Bossier Parish. From Princeton to Plain Dealing and back to Haughton, these small town communities provide a simpler way of life …
Plain Delicious: Giles Snack Shop in Plain Dealing
If there’s one thing you can depend on Louisiana to provide, it’s good food. Bossier Parish, in particular, has easy access to many different surrounding communities, each with their own hidden food gems. It’s easy to get into a rut and find yourself at a drive through or that one restaurant you always go to, sure, but it’s just as …