The Red River Raiders Football Club Reflects on Their Season in Bossier

The world’s most popular sport has landed in Bossier, bringing with it a wave of talent on the brink of the professional ranks through the Red River Raiders Football Club. In its inaugural season, Red River FC has taken to the field in Bossier City, competing in USL League Two (USL2)—a pre-professional league that develops college-aged athletes who are on …

Enjoy These July Events in Bossier With Your Friends & Family

It’s hot outside, but these July events in Bossier Parish are even hotter! Fun awaits all ages with free activities, Independence Day celebrations, sports, concerts, and more. Celebrate the summer with the following events in Bossier: Free Bowling With school out for the summer, there are opportunities to get the kids active for free. Surge Entertainment is offering free bowling …

Hong Kong Asian Market Opens in Benton

Blog by Emma Pledger A new supermarket has just launched for a soft opening in Benton and it’s bringing all the flavors from East Asia to the local community. Hong Kong Asian Market, a vision put together by two brothers, offers more than just groceries–it shares culture, purpose, and a personal passion. Zengxing Dong, one of the brilliant minds behind …

Bossier Innovates Partners With Sustainability Committee to Discuss Growing the East Bank District

Local business and community leaders are joining forces to transform how Bossier residents live, work, and play. The Bossier Innovates Foundation is partnering with the Bossier Chamber of Commerce’s Community Sustainability Committee to elevate the quality of life across Bossier Parish. “Our mission is to drive economic, educational, and entrepreneurial growth in the region,” said Sean Green, chair of the …

The Drēm Hub Helps Boost Small Business in Bossier

Located at 2750 Shed Road Suite D1, dreams are being brought to reality at The Drēm Hub. For 2 years this entrepreneurship incubator has been helping business owners launch their business. There are currently 6 businesses located within The Drēm Hub. The woman behind the operation is Kyla Benjamin, affectionately known as CoachK. She provides the businesses a space to …

Celebrating Juneteenth in Bossier City

June is a powerful time for reflection and celebration. Juneteenth, combining “June” and “nineteenth,” marks June 19, 1865, when Union General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas, to proclaim freedom for the last enslaved people in Confederate territory, fulfilling the promise of Lincoln’s 1863 Emancipation Proclamation. Although Texans began celebrating as early as 1866, Juneteenth didn’t become a federally recognized holiday …

Krewe of Gemini Unites and Uplifts Bossier Community

There’s nothing more quintessentially Louisiana than Mardi Gras — the vibrant, time-honored celebration of joy, culture, and community that precedes a season of fasting and reflection. While this tradition has deep roots in South Louisiana, northwest Louisiana has embraced its own Mardi Gras spirit for nearly four decades, thanks in large part to the Krewe of Gemini. Founded in 1989, …

Some of the Best Ways to Celebrate Father’s Day in Bossier

With Father’s Day approaching, you may need some ideas of how to celebrate your dad. Every dad is different, but thankfully, Bossier Parish has many options. “There are several options that you can do with your family,” Bryan Reed, who his kids call a “professional dad” said. Here are a few ways to celebrate your dad in Bossier Parish for …

Six Years Later, Bossier Native Garrett Jacobs is Living His Dream in Nashville

It’s been six years since Be Bossier has last spoken to bluesy Bossier Parish Native, Garrett Jacobs. When we last spoke, he was competing in American Idol and had made it to the Top 24. He went on to reach the Top 14 and has since relocated to Nashville, TN, where he is pursuing music full time! “I am a …

Summer Fun: Here Are Some Things to Do in Bossier With the Kiddos

School is out, and summer fun is officially in session! Bossier City has plenty to offer if you’re looking for ways to keep your kids entertained and make the most of the sunny days ahead. From exciting community events to cool indoor activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. This summer is shaping up to be full of memories and …