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 …
Krewe of Gemini Parade Set to Roll This Weekend!
2024 Krewe of Gemini Parade XXXV Shreveport-Bossier is rolling into another parade weekend! Krewe of Gemini will host its 35th parade on Saturday, February 10th, beginning at Clyde Fant Parkway at 2:45 p.m. The parade will consist of masked revelers on floats, marchers and everyone’s favorite Shriner’s cars responding to the age old cry “Throw me something, Mister!” Beads, toys, …
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 …
New Year, New Businesses
As the New Year unfolds, Bossier Parish is witnessing a surge in its entrepreneurial spirit! The local business landscape is hopping with the emergence of new ventures, bringing fresh opportunities and vitality to the community. Business owners are seizing the opportunity to contribute to the economic growth of Bossier Parish and we are excited to share what we know about …
Bossier Businesses Bring on the King Cake
With the passing of the Twelfth Night on January 6, king cake season is officially here! Many people have their favorite places to get king cakes during Mardi Gras, but we have a few suggestions on where you can get your king cake fix right here in Bossier Parish. Don’t miss out on the delectable experience of indulging in a …
Taylortown History
Taylortown History Bossier Parish is home to many hidden gems that hold a lot of history. If you drive a few miles down Barksdale Boulevard past Parkway High School, you’ll run into a little area called Taylortown. Taylortown, a small, unincorporated community in Bossier Parish, Louisiana, has been around since the 1900s. However, it was never really a town, but a …
Taking Stock of Careers in Bossier
No matter where you are in your career, Bossier City is hot with opportunities. From those fresh out of college, to those with years of experience in their job, there is something different about working in Bossier. As desirable as it is a place to live, the fact is that the area is growing increasingly attractive to those wanting longevity …
Biking Bossier: Don’t Miss These Mountain Bike Trails
Northwest Louisiana certainly has its share of great cycling opportunities. Lots of great road biking in north and south Bossier Parish, plus several off-road options. The Durden Hills Nature Trail, located at the southern-most end of the 34,000-acre Bodcau Wildlife Management Area in eastern Bossier Parish, is one of northwest Louisiana’s finer mountain bike trails. This tight and twisting mountain …
Bossier City Neighborhood Profile: South Bossier, also known as “SoBo”
Sandwiched between the southern tip of Barksdale Air Force Base and the Red River, lies a community called, “South Bossier,” or “SoBo” if you are a Parkway High School fan rooting at a football game against a North Bossier team. As District 1 Councilman Scott Irwin put it, “South Bossier is the best kept secret in the Ark-La-Texs.” But what …