Haughton High School Bucs in Blue Marksmanship Team Achieves New Heights

The Haughton High School Bucs in Blue marksmanship team is an example of how if you aim high, you hit high.  The air rifle team has achieved new heights, having earned three first-place wins in Louisiana and a second-place finish in a Texas competition. They placed first in the Air Force Division and were State Champion Runner-Up Overall in the …

Smallcakes Cupcakery & Creamery Brings a Little Sweetness to Benton

Attention all sugar lovers! There is a sweet addition to the Bossier Parish business community.  Smallcakes Cupcakery and Creamery is a cherished spot for Bossier residents seeking delightful desserts and a welcoming atmosphere.  The local, family-owned bakery is nestled in Benton and offers gourmet cupcakes baked fresh daily along with homemade ice cream and a variety of other treats. Bossier …

New to Mardi Gras? Here Are Some Etiquette Deauxs & Don’ts

Laissez les bons temps rouler in Bossier by celebrating the Louisiana holiday of Mardi Gras the right way! Mardi Gras, or “Fat Tuesday” in French, is a Catholic celebration that has its roots in a Paris festival. Mardi Gras is always the day before Lent, a period of fasting and self-control.  Mardi Gras was likely introduced to North America by …

Bikes Etc. Continues Serving the Bossier Community Since 1990

Craton Cochran has officially been working at Bikes Etc. for 16 years but the beloved Bossier bike shop has been in his family for even longer than that. His father, Jimmy Cochran, and his mother, Paula, opened the shop in 1990 and it has been one of the only local bike shops serving the Bossier biking community. Having graduated from …

Three Affordable Things to Do in Bossier for Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day is a time to celebrate love and connection, but you don’t have to break the bank to make it special and memorable. With some creativity, you can plan meaningful experiences that you and your partner will cherish. Here are some budget-friendly things to do in Bossier to help you celebrate Valentine’s Day without breaking the bank! Picnic at …

Jason Rowland Named Among Top 25 Superintendents to Watch in Nation

Rowland has been selected as a 2024-25 Superintendent to Watch by the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA). This award recognizes up to 25 district superintendents across the country with fewer than five years of experience who demonstrate dynamic, fast-paced leadership with strong communication at its core. Rowland will be recognized in July at the NSPRA 2025 National Seminar in …

From Valentine’s to Mardi Gras Festivities: Don’t Miss These February Events in Bossier

The weather outside may be frightful, but the events in Bossier are so delightful this winter! There’s no shortage of ways to distract yourself from the cold with events ranging from art shows and concerts to rodeos and Mardi Gras traditions. February is a great time for entertainment in Bossier! Bossier Parish Student Art Show The Bossier Arts Council will …

Get to Know the Two Mudbug Players Billeting in Bossier This Season

Brianna Belton and her family have always been intrigued by the billeting process as they’ve been surrounded by other families in the area who have opened up their homes as hosts for living arrangements for players of the Shreveport Mudbugs hockey team. Once discussing with fellow billet moms through the Mudbugs Program, Belton was referred to their coordinator where they …

There’s a New Mayor in Town! Make That Three

The new year is a time for growth and Bossier has new leadership for its towns. Benton, Haughton, and Plain Dealing all have new mayors at the helm.  Hunter Timms is the new mayor for Haughton. His first impression is that the town’s finances are in great shape, pointing out that former Mayor Kim Gaspard had run Haughton “really well” …

Say Howdy! to Ice Cream for a Good Cause

It’s never too cold for ice cream, especially when it’s for a good cause! Howdy Homemade Ice Cream is a national franchise with a heartfelt purpose and vision. Their purpose is to create career opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities. The vision of Howdy’s is to bring the joy of amazing ice cream to the hearts of communities, by remarkable …