5 Ways to Stay Connected With Your Loved Ones During Social Distancing

The spread of COVID-19 has spurred a series of major changes in day-to-day life. Social Distancing policies meant to flatten the curve have led to a temporary closure of schools, public events, and all non-essential businesses. This means we’re spending less time together, and are essentially in a long-distance relationship with many of our friends, coworkers, and family members. We …

Bossier Among Top Parishes in Louisiana for Mortgage Approval

Considered a milestone and in many ways a rite of passage, home ownership has long been a way for Americans to invest their money and put down roots in a community. After the housing crash and subsequent 2008 recession, that milestone felt much farther away for many. As the economy continues to improve, however, Americans are finding opportunities for home …

North Bossier Looking to Expand With New YMCA Facility

As the Bossier City population continues to grow, so do the community’s needs. The parish has seen large increases over the last twenty years, and the Greater Bossier Economic Development Foundation (GBEDF) predicts the trend to hold through 2023. With that increase comes the need to expand corresponding resources. One development in the works are plans to erect a new …

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 …

Move to Bossier: Finding Your Faith-Based Community

Asbury Church

Whether you’re looking to move to Bossier or you’re a longtime resident, it’s never too late to get connected with a local faith-based community. In addition to fulfilling spiritual needs for residents, places of worship also offer a chance to build a sense of camaraderie and connect with the local community. Nestled firmly in the Bible Belt, Bossier City has …

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 …