Do You Know the History of Benton?

Most folks outside of Louisiana primarily associate our state with the major cities of the south: New Orleans, Baton Rouge and Lafayette to name a few. But those people honestly don’t know what they’re missing. Northwest Louisiana has long been home to a bevy of unique towns. Most of them are tucked away just a few miles out from a …

Celebrate Be a Fan Month With These Bossier Deals and Events

From May 1-31 you can enjoy some amazing deals and events during Be a Fan of Shreveport-Bossier month. This month is filled with 31 days of discounts at more than 25 local attractions. There are also giveaways and fun events you can attend including some amazing Bossier deals. You and your family won’t want to miss out on this opportunity …

Move to Bossier: Finding Quality Daycares in Bossier City

What do I do with my kids?! If you’re like me, going back to work after having kids was a hard decision. Ultimately, every parent has to make the decision for what works best for them and their family. A huge part of that decision is figuring out where in the world can you send your kids during the day? …

4 Bossier Parish Gardens to be Featured in Master Gardeners Garden Tour

It has been a while since any Bossier gardens have been showcased on a garden tour. That’s why it’s extra special that there will be four Bossier gardens featured in the 2018 Northwest Louisiana Master Gardeners Garden Tour. This is one of the organization’s largest fundraisers for the year. The spring tour, “Le Tour des Jardins” will take place on …

Lori McHughes of Color My Garden Silly Creates Beautiful Pieces of Art

Small town, free spirited Lori McHughes has always loved art for as long as she can remember. McHughes has been in Bossier since 1976 when her father got stationed at Barksdale Air Force Base. She has made a life for herself as a full time Medical Assistant at Willis Knighton Bossier with her husband and two grown sons. Yet she …

Bossier Schools’ First i3 Art Expo to Showcase Student Talent

Come explore the arts at Bossier Schools’ inaugural i3 Art Expo from May 3-5 at the Bossier Civic Center. Art comes in many forms and the i3 Art Expo will reflect that. It is all encompassing with subjects ranging from visual and literary art, vocal and musical performances, filmmaking and animation to hands-on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and …

Miss USA and Miss Teen USA Come to Bossier City

Bossier City has stepped up to be part of the welcoming crew for the 2018 Miss USA and Miss Teen USA activities. This year is the first year in history to have both competitions held back-to-back in the same host cities of Shreveport-Bossier. Contestants and titleholders of the women-led company, Miss Universe Organization, are able to cultivate their personal career …

Like a Boss: Britney Spivey, Simply Chic Boutique

This month’s Like a Boss features guest Britney Spivey, owner of Simply Chic Boutique in Bossier City. Host Sean Green, publisher and editor of BIZ. Magazine, had Britney reveal her philosophy towards style and retail shopping. Located off Douglas Drive, Simply Chic Boutique is the original of what is now five stores franchised across Louisiana. The store sells shirts, dresses, …