Bossier Schools Breathes New Life into Benton Historic Icon

Work is underway to breathe new life into a part of Benton’s history. Bossier Schools is currently rehabilitating and restoring the former Benton High Gym. Predating World War II, the gym opened in 1939 and has since seen thousands of students compete in it. When a new school was built in 1979, the gym transitioned to serve as a community …

100 Years in Bossier: Two Family-Owned Businesses Continue to Thrive

Two family-owned businesses have survived for more than a century at their original locations in Bossier. Their businesses thrived when only three percent of family-operated businesses make it to the fourth generation or beyond. Red River Chevrolet 221 Traffic Street George Patton Fritze, the fourth generation of his family to head Red River Chevrolet, is just as excited about his …

Barksdale Global Power Museum New Exhibit Celebrates History of Women in the Air Force

The “BAFB Women’s Exhibit,” a new permanent exhibit at the Barksdale Global Power Museum, chronicles the rich history of women in the Air Force. The grand opening was held on June 12, Veterans Recognition Day and the 76th anniversary of the Women’s Armed Services Integration Act, which allowed women to serve as regular members of the armed forces.  Within minutes …

Bossier First Responder Wins Community Hero Award

For the third year, the Bossier Chamber of Commerce has recognized twenty outstanding finalists nominated by fellow citizens with a Community Hero Certificate for contributions to the health, safety and quality of our lives through their dedication and hard work. Five winners were presented with a 2024 Northwest Louisiana Community Hero medal for contributions to their chosen fields during an …

Taylortown History

Taylortown History Bossier Parish is home to many hidden gems that hold a lot of history. If you drive a few miles down Barksdale Boulevard past Parkway High School, you’ll run into a little area called Taylortown.  Taylortown, a small, unincorporated community in Bossier Parish, Louisiana, has been around since the 1900s. However, it was never really a town, but a …

Veteran-Owned Businesses in Bossier Parish

Veteran-Owned Businesses

Bossier Parish is home to a wide assortment of veteran-owned businesses that offer an array of services.

Therefore making it easy to support those who have served. Next time you need goods or services, check out the local veteran-owned businesses in Bossier Parish.

They may have just what you’re looking for!

Bossier Parish Athlete Competes in Europe

Bossier Parish Athlete Competes in Europe

Bossier Parish Athlete Competes in Europe Bossier Parish is the home to some of the most prestigious training facilities for both horses and riders. Therefore, making it the proud home to many top athletes in Equestrian sports.   As a matter of fact, one of the sport’s brightest and best athletes is from right here in Bossier Parish. And just competed …

Schools in Bossier Parish

Bossier Parish Schools

Schools in Bossier Parish Elementary students from Cope Middle School burying negativity during an annual “I can’t” funeral… Benton Intermediate social studies students conducting a CSI investigation… Haughton Elementary students collecting 1,639 food items for a local food bank… Bossier Parish Schools know that a great education goes beyond the “Three Rs.”   In addition to basic academic programs, our schools recognize the importance of education …

Role Model Roll Call

Role Model Roll Call Bossier Parish’s own Haley Henderson has paved the way for our younger generation of females, showing that anything is possible with determination and hard work. Just in case you haven’t heard of this role model, here is a short roll call of the accolades this young lady has earned. At only age 17, Haley made history …

Parkway’s Williams Competes in FIBA World Cup

Parkway’s Williams Competes in FIBA World Cup Parkway’s Williams competes in FIBA World Cup in Hungary from Tuesday, August 24, to Sunday, August 29, 2021, representing the United States on the basketball court. Bossier Parish has a history of producing exceptional athletes. Notable players like Gary “Big Hands” Johnson, Joe Delaney, David Toms, Dak Prescott, and Todd Walker – to …