Like A Boss: Ben Hart of Flying Heart Brewing

It’s Beer Thirty on the latest episode of Like a Boss as host, and publisher of Shreveport-Bossier’s business publication BIZ., Sean Green is joined by Flying Heart Brewing Co-owner Ben Hart. Started by entrepreneuring couples Ben and his wife Leah and Ben and Elizabeth Pattillo, Flying Heart grew from home brewers into a tap room and brewery in 2014. The …

Bossier Millennial Pro: Allison Judge

Bossier is home to many unique young professionals who are already taking leadership roles or are preparing themselves to be the future of the community. Let’s meet one of these millennials! Allison Judge is a 22-year old Louisiana Tech student working on a Computer Information Systems degree. A member of a military family, Allison has moved all over, including Alaska …

Like A Boss: Matt Locke of Locke Homes and Remodeling

A recurring theme among Bossier business leaders is that Bossier is growing and one of those areas seeing growth is rooftops popping up all over the parish. That’s why the November edition of Like a Boss is sitting down with local developer Matt Locke, owner of Locke Homes. Sean Green, host, and publisher of NWLA’s only business publication BIZ., asks …

Bossier Millennial Pro: Kourtney Washington

Bossier is home to all types of young professionals who are on their way towards or already leading Bossier Parish into the future. To help you get to know the who’s who of tomorrow, let’s meet some of Bossier’s young talent. This month’s Millennial Pro is Kourtney Washington. A self-described 30-something, Southern woman, Kourtney was born, raised, and educated in …

30+ Years In Bossier: Businesses Share Their Secrets

Bossier is filled with businesses that have decades of history behind them. Formed by family members and carried on as traditions, growing into institutions over time, or meeting needs and evolving with the times — these businesses below have at least 30 years under their belts. Let’s look at what their history and see what secrets they can reveal to …

Bossier City Among Top 10 “Brightest Cities” in Louisiana

Bossier City is strongly linked with quality education. From overall A grades for its public schools and a community college dedicated to meeting workforce needs to fostering STEM education for its burgeoning tech industry, it’s no surprise that intelligence is a priority for the city. But is it one of the smartest cities in Louisiana? A new study says, “Yes”. …

Key Bossier Insights from the GBEDF Annual Report

Bossier is a city and parish that are growing and evolving constantly. As the area and its leaders seeks to maintain their standard of being forward-thinking and progressive, there are several resources available to promote the area to future, and current, residents. One of these is the Greater Bossier Economic Development Foundation and its Annual Report. Available for free at …

Bossier’s Best Happy Hours

There’s nothing better after a long, hard day at work than hitting one of your favorite restaurants to unwind with a glass of wine, a mixed drink, or beer. Luckily, there’s quite a few great spots in Bossier full of atmosphere, decor and drink selection. Rotolo’s 5000 Benton Rd. Ste. 10, Bossier City 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday …