6 Facts About Barksdale Air Force Base That Might Surprise You

Built in 1931, Barksdale Air Force Base continues to be a huge asset for Bossier Parish 87 years later. The base brings together people of all walks of life and the community benefits from this diversity. Whether you’ve been on base to visit the Global Power Museum or you’ve been to one of the many exciting air shows the base …

These Restaurants in Bossier City and Parish Have Some of the Best Patios

People love to dine al fresco in Bossier. There’s something about having a nice meal and/or drinks surrounded by greenspace mixed with the ambience of the city that is almost romantic (as in the art period, not a women’s novel). With summer here, patio season is in full swing. And Bossier City has its fair share of outdoor dining options …

Look for These Tasty Food Trucks in Bossier This Summer

With the recent boom of recurring events like the Bossier City Farmers Market, the city has stepped up its food truck game when it comes to grabbing a quick bite while shopping or eventgoing. No matter the cuisine, food trucks are definitely convenient. This summer, residents can enjoy a bite to eat from a number of food trucks in Bossier. …

Get Stamps, Enter to Win Prizes with Bossier Business Scavenger Hunt

Now you can collect stamps at Bossier businesses and enter for a chance to win some really great prizes! As part of Bossier Parish’s 175th anniversary celebration, the Bossier Parish Library History Center and the Bossier Chamber of Commerce have partnered to put on a Bossier Business Scavenger Hunt.

Like a Boss: Isaac Palmer, CHRISTUS Health

This episode of Like a Boss is turning its eyes on one of the major industries in Bossier – the healthcare industry – with its guest CHRISTUS Health Shreveport-Bossier CEO Isaac Palmer. Host, and publisher of BIZ. Magazine, Sean Green sits down with Isaac in one of the rooms in the brand new CHRISTUS Bossier Emergency Hospital on Viking Drive …

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 …

Celebrate Be a Fan Month With These Bossier Deals and Events

From May 1-31 you can enjoy some amazing deals and events during Be a Fan of Shreveport-Bossier month. This month is filled with 31 days of discounts at more than 25 local attractions. There are also giveaways and fun events you can attend including some amazing Bossier deals. You and your family won’t want to miss out on this opportunity …

Move to Bossier: Finding Quality Daycares in Bossier City

What do I do with my kids?! If you’re like me, going back to work after having kids was a hard decision. Ultimately, every parent has to make the decision for what works best for them and their family. A huge part of that decision is figuring out where in the world can you send your kids during the day? …

4 Bossier Parish Gardens to be Featured in Master Gardeners Garden Tour

It has been a while since any Bossier gardens have been showcased on a garden tour. That’s why it’s extra special that there will be four Bossier gardens featured in the 2018 Northwest Louisiana Master Gardeners Garden Tour. This is one of the organization’s largest fundraisers for the year. The spring tour, “Le Tour des Jardins” will take place on …

Lori McHughes of Color My Garden Silly Creates Beautiful Pieces of Art

Small town, free spirited Lori McHughes has always loved art for as long as she can remember. McHughes has been in Bossier since 1976 when her father got stationed at Barksdale Air Force Base. She has made a life for herself as a full time Medical Assistant at Willis Knighton Bossier with her husband and two grown sons. Yet she …