Fall Has Arrived with These October Events in Bossier

October is a busy month across Bossier with tons of events both inside and outdoors. From dinner galas, country music concerts, and outdoor walks to pet festivals, there is a variety of events to entertain yourself with this month. Red Tie Gala Dinner The 3rd Annual Red Tie Gala Dinner is a formal dinner with a silent auction and art …

From Emerging to Flourishing Artist: This Bossier Native is Doing What She Loves

Born and raised in Plain Dealing, self-taught artist Gayla Weems is a Bossier Parish girl through and through. She’s grown up, raised her family, and experienced life all right here.  “Bossier Parish has been so good to me, I know many of the people in Bossier Parish and I love every one of them, ” Weems exclaimed. “They have supported …

Sip Local at these Bossier Coffee Shops

When the mornings are crazy and you’re trying to tackle your to-do list, or when you want to sit down and enjoy a warm freshly brewed drink, coffee is always a good answer. Why go to a big chain to enjoy delicious teas, treats, and coffee when several locally-owned businesses are serving deliciousness right here in Bossier?  SoBo Cold Brew …

Moving to Bossier? Here are 5 Things You Should Know

Moving can be stressful, no matter the reason or location. However, you might be able to sleep a little easier knowing what to expect from a recent transplant. In June, John Mabida, 26, moved to Bossier from Biloxi, Mississippi. A native of Houston, Texas, Mabida left the Air Force and started his new career at a nonprofit based in Bossier …

Looking to Get Fit? Club Pilates Opens in Bossier

Are you looking for a new way to get fit, strong, and flexible? Club Pilates, the newest Pilates studio in Bossier City, has opened its doors to help you achieve all that and more. They opened on Sept. 18th and are ready to serve the Bossier City community! Created in the 1920s, Pilates is a type of exercise that involves …

Bossier City Lions Club Aims to Better Community

Bossier City’s Lions Club was chartered on September 2, 1927. For 97 years, this service organization has served and volunteered its time to strengthen the Bossier City community. Over the years, city officials, state legislators, doctors, judges, business leaders, and educators have become Bossier City Lions Club members. Lions Club member and secretary, Frank Russell joined the club in 2016 …

Benton Native Gets Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity at 2024 Paris Olympics

Growing up you’re told that you can be anything you want to be and with guidance, help, and hard work, you can get there. When Sydney Conley Elliot was eight years old, thanks to the help of her mother, she began riding horses at Holly Hill Farm in Benton, LA. This aided Elliott in finding not only her passion and …

Living in Bossier: Former Barksdale Airmen Who Stay

Barksdale AFB is a vital resource for Bossier. Not only does it contribute to the community as an employer, but it is also a source of potential residents who can use their considerable skills to improve northwest Louisiana. Aaron Finney is one Airmen who came to Barksdale AFB and decided to lay down roots when he could have gone anywhere. …

Airline Drive Expands With New Businesses in Bossier

Have you driven down Airline Drive going towards the Benton area lately? If you answered yes, you probably have noticed the business growth North Bossier is experiencing. Over the last few months, various businesses have expanded the Bossier City area, sweeping Airline Drive. These booming businesses are bringing new job opportunities to the community and boosting the local economy. Here …

Say Goodbye to Summer with These September Events in Bossier

Although summer is winding down and the kids are back to school, families still need weekly entertainment in Bossier Parish. A wide variety of events from the traditional Labor Day Weiner Dog races and Super Derby events to the unique Cirque Italia Water Circus await locals and visitors this September. Labor Day Weiner Dog Charity Races It’s time to root …