New Indoor Rock Climbing Gym Has a Little Something for Everyone

A sport that has been sweeping the nation and has even secured itself a seat in the 2020 Olympic Games has arrived in Bossier City. Risen Rock Climbing Gym celebrated their Grand Opening over Easter weekend and is quickly getting the attention of local fun, fitness and family-activity enthusiasts. Kelly Phillips is the founder and executive director of operations at …

This summer check out these June events in Bossier

Delve into the summer season in Bossier because there are plenty of things to do in June. From art to even exploring a new hobby, don’t waste your time trying to beat the heat inside. Journey out and plan your summer accordingly.

It All Started in Bossier: Peter Lyons, Lyons Pride Coffee

Growing up on Scopena Plantation in South Bossier, Peter Lyons loved gathering around the table with his family. He said that mealtime was where they all came together. “We all shared our opinions about everything–good, bad or indifferent. We had an opinion.” This began his love affair with food, and more specifically, his love affair with coffee. He remembers enjoying …

Summer arrives and with it, this crazy watermelon from Mi Pueblito!

For the Spanish version, click here. By discovering the hidden places that Bossier has to offer, we find ourselves in a small restaurant different to all. Mi Pueblito is located in 1890 Airline Drive, next to the Super One. Laura Monzon and Enrique Ramirez are the owners of this restaurant. The two owners love having a business and they decided …

¡El verano llega y las sandías locas, también!

For the English version, click here. Descubriendo los lugares escondidos que tiene Bossier, nos encontramos con un pequeño restaurante diferente a todos. Mi Pueblito está en el 1890 de Airline Drive, a un costado del Super One, donde conocí a  Laura Monzón y Enrique Ramírez, propietarios de este lugar.

Craving queso? Check out these tasty Mexican eateries

Over the past few years, the tasty Tex-Mex staple chili con queso (more commonly referred to as queso) has been taking the nation by storm. Both Mexican and American restaurants serve up bowls of the hot, mouth-watering cheese dip alongside baskets of salty tortilla chips. Here in Bossier Parish, local businesses are on board and serving up their own housemade …

Local Veteran Promotes Physical and Spiritual Health in Bossier

May is a time for citizens of Bossier to recognize local veterans for their service to the military and local community. Billy Weatherall is one such veteran who works to inspire Bossier citizens to strive for physical and spiritual health through his non-profit business, Christ Fit Gym. For Weatherall, running the gym is more than a job, as his passion …

Three Bossier Parish Students named ‘Student of the Year’

The school year may be winding down, but one of the highlights for three Bossier Parish students has been earning the title of “Student of the Year.” Each year, this award is given to an outstanding student in fifth, eighth and 12th grade. Students first compete at a school level, district wide, then at the state level. They are measured …