Unsung Heroes of Bossier: Mosquito Control

There are jobs that go unnoticed by most of us as we go on our daily routines. Often we won’t give them a second thought because if they are performed well we won’t notice their impact. That is until something doesn’t work or causes a nuisance. Take mosquitoes for example, we know that Louisiana has its share and yet there …

Bossier Millennial Pro: Meka Bennett

Bossier is home to many millennials doing interesting things and making great strides in their careers. And one millennial is making them all look fabulous. Meka Bennett, a makeup artist/stylist at Salon 90210 off Benton Road in Bossier City, has partnered with Fleur De Vie to debut her own curated plant-based makeup palette. Having been in the beauty industry for …

5 Spooky Things to Do in Bossier This Halloween

Halloween is just around the corner and it is such a fun time of year! Whether it be trick-or-treating with your little ones, visiting your local church’s carnival or heading to the Louisiana Boardwalk, Bossier has many Halloween-themed events. Still unsure of your plans this year? Check out these 5 spooky things to do in Bossier: 

Bossier City Firefighter Publishes Children’s Book

As fantastical as it sounds, a children’s book about a dragon chasing his dream of being a firefighter is a case of life imitating art. Bossier City firefighter Adam MacDaniels’ book about not giving up on your dreams is best exemplified by its author. “The idea took a day, but it was three years to complete,” Adam said. “I knew …

Haunted Sightings on Sligo: Oakland Plantation

Looking from Sligo Road nestled between the massive trees and surrounded by bushes lies a white house. You might miss it upon first glance. This two-story plantation home was built by Dr. Abel Skannal in 1832. The construction continued until 1848 and was completed in 1850. This home is known as the Oakland Plantation. Blood, sweat and tears went into …

5 Transplanted Locals Share Why They Love Living in Bossier Parish

When a person grows up in an area they usually know all the things to love about living there. Whether you’ve lived here all your live or have recently moved here, we thought you might like to hear what five people who have transplanted to the area say they love about Bossier Parish.

You’ll Love These Hidden Fall Gems in Bossier

In Bossier Parish, fall is just another season for great food. While most new to the area will journey out to restaurants to find fall favorites, many locals know you can find some of the best seasonal dishes outside of many eateries. Here are some of the best hidden fall gems in Bossier:

Filmmakers Are Flocking to Bossier

The film industry in northwest Louisiana has had its peaks and valleys over the years. It’s been more than a decade since hurricane Katrina practically shut down TV and movie productions further south in New Orleans and surrounding areas; forcing productions to move to Bossier. This move was done to comply with state film/TV production tax incentives as approved projects …

You’re in for a Scare at Bossier’s NecroManor Haunted House

If you take a trip to the Louisiana Boardwalk Outlets after dark this time of year, along with shoppers, movie goers and teens enjoying ice cream from Coldstone, you might find a bloody masked axe murder wandering around under the Texas Street Bridge. No, it’s not some slasher movie come to life, it’s the full experience offered by Bossier’s hottest …

Like a Boss: Crystal Lauve, Lauve’s Pediatric Day Health Care

For this month’s Like a Boss, we’re talking to a business owner who helps fill a need for care that improves the quality of life in Bossier. Crystal Lauve, owner of Lauve’s Pediatric Day Health Care, started her medical day care health services to act as an alternative to home health care. Lauve’s began in 2013 as a medical day …