Top 5 Things to Do in Bossier if You’re Visiting

Bossier City is a vibrant place with a unique blend of southern charm, exciting attractions, and rich culture. Whether you are a visitor or a local looking for something new, here are the top 5 things to do in Bossier! 1. Sing the Night Away at Sweet Caroline’s Dueling Piano Bar  Sweet Caroline’s Dueling Piano Bar is an exciting new …

Smallcakes Cupcakery & Creamery Brings a Little Sweetness to Benton

Attention all sugar lovers! There is a sweet addition to the Bossier Parish business community.  Smallcakes Cupcakery and Creamery is a cherished spot for Bossier residents seeking delightful desserts and a welcoming atmosphere.  The local, family-owned bakery is nestled in Benton and offers gourmet cupcakes baked fresh daily along with homemade ice cream and a variety of other treats. Bossier …

New to Mardi Gras? Here Are Some Etiquette Deauxs & Don’ts

Laissez les bons temps rouler in Bossier by celebrating the Louisiana holiday of Mardi Gras the right way! Mardi Gras, or “Fat Tuesday” in French, is a Catholic celebration that has its roots in a Paris festival. Mardi Gras is always the day before Lent, a period of fasting and self-control.  Mardi Gras was likely introduced to North America by …

Bikes Etc. Continues Serving the Bossier Community Since 1990

Craton Cochran has officially been working at Bikes Etc. for 16 years but the beloved Bossier bike shop has been in his family for even longer than that. His father, Jimmy Cochran, and his mother, Paula, opened the shop in 1990 and it has been one of the only local bike shops serving the Bossier biking community. Having graduated from …

Jason Rowland Named Among Top 25 Superintendents to Watch in Nation

Rowland has been selected as a 2024-25 Superintendent to Watch by the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA). This award recognizes up to 25 district superintendents across the country with fewer than five years of experience who demonstrate dynamic, fast-paced leadership with strong communication at its core. Rowland will be recognized in July at the NSPRA 2025 National Seminar in …

Get to Know the Two Mudbug Players Billeting in Bossier This Season

Brianna Belton and her family have always been intrigued by the billeting process as they’ve been surrounded by other families in the area who have opened up their homes as hosts for living arrangements for players of the Shreveport Mudbugs hockey team. Once discussing with fellow billet moms through the Mudbugs Program, Belton was referred to their coordinator where they …

There’s a New Mayor in Town! Make That Three

The new year is a time for growth and Bossier has new leadership for its towns. Benton, Haughton, and Plain Dealing all have new mayors at the helm.  Hunter Timms is the new mayor for Haughton. His first impression is that the town’s finances are in great shape, pointing out that former Mayor Kim Gaspard had run Haughton “really well” …

Brookshire Grocery Arena Celebrates 25 Years of Entertainment

Coming off a blockbuster 2024, Bossier’s own Brookshire Grocery Arena will spend 2025 by celebrating its 25th anniversary. The Brookshire Grocery Arena has led Bossier’s entertainment scene since it opened in fall 2000. The 270,000-square-foot facility features 14,000 seats, 16 luxury suites, a club area with two full-service bars, two food court areas, an exterior deck, a glass concourse overlooking …

Say Howdy! to Ice Cream for a Good Cause

It’s never too cold for ice cream, especially when it’s for a good cause! Howdy Homemade Ice Cream is a national franchise with a heartfelt purpose and vision. Their purpose is to create career opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities. The vision of Howdy’s is to bring the joy of amazing ice cream to the hearts of communities, by remarkable …

Port City Cat Rescue in Bossier Offers a Second Chance for Furry Friends

The new year is filled with opportunities and new beginnings, and that doesn’t begin and end with humans. Animals are also waiting to find a new start in a loving home. Port City Cat Rescue, based in Bossier City, is a no-kill animal shelter offering a second chance for dozens of potential furry family members.  Keri Mueller, director, said Port …