At 18 years old, Garrett Jacobs has made it into the Top 24 of American Idol. With his bluesy voice, this senior from Benton High School has been captivating audiences with his musical talent. I had a chance to chat with Jacobs as we talked his journey on American Idol and his newfound recognition whenever he finds himself back in …
Do You Know the History of Haughton?
The town of Haughton, Louisiana is a little community on the outskirts of Bossier City. Located less than 20 minutes from Bossier City Hall, Haughton sits just south of the intersection of Interstate 20 and Highway 157. Some might even consider it a bedroom community where folks settle to get a taste of country living, but they don’t want to …
April Showers Bring A Bossier Calendar!
Welcome April 2018! Need a way to track the days and celebrate the best stuff in Bossier? We’ve created a monthly calendar featuring artwork by Bossier architect, Mike McSwain. Alongside his team at his architectural firm, Mike has created some of Bossier’s most iconic buildings in recent history: CSRA Integrated Technology Center, the Cyber Innovation Center and the East Bank …
Start March With A Beautiful Bossier Calendar
Welcome to March 2018! Need a way to track the days and celebrate the best stuff in Bossier? We’ve created a monthly calendar featuring artwork by Bossier architect, Mike McSwain. Alongside his team at his architectural firm, Mike has created some of Bossier’s most iconic buildings in recent history: CSRA Integrated Technology Center, the Cyber Innovation Center and the East …
Stay on track this Feburary with a Bossier Calendar
Welcome to February 2018! Need a way to track the days and celebrate the best stuff in Bossier? We’ve created a monthly calendar featuring artwork by Bossier architect, Mike McSwain. Alongside his team at his architectural firm, Mike has created some of Bossier’s most iconic buildings in recent history: CSRA Integrated Technology Center, the Cyber Innovation Center and the East …
Bossier Lets The Good Times Roll for Mardi Gras
Every year locals and visitors alike come together in Louisiana to celebrate Mardi Gras. But this festive holiday isn’t just celebrated in New Orleans. In fact, over 400,000 visitors are drawn to the Shreveport-Bossier area for the vibrant parades alone. You can really see the community’s sense of identity expressed through the amazing Krewes that host these parades. Each Krewe …
A Distant Relative on Pierre Bossier
You may have insulted someone’s honor before, but I bet you’ve never been challenged to a duel. Back in the 1800s, duels were a way of life for Southern gentlemen. After being chastised that he was too weak to challenge anyone to a duel, Pierre Bossier did just that. The legacy of General Pierre Bossier’s sure shot dueling win over …
Take the Scenic Route Through Bossier Parish
Northwest Louisiana is home to a variety of communities with amazing people and places. Bossier Parish, as it so happens, is part of (and handy to) the Boom or Bust Byway. This particular byway takes you on a half day to full day trip around Northwest LA, getting you up close and personal with some amazing historic sites, fabulous eateries, …
Tour De Bossier with Pierre Bossier: Episode 4
What would the historical figure Pierre Bossier (1797-1844) think of modern day Bossier City, if he were able to visit? That’s the question that Tour de Bossier with Pierre Bossier – a new webseries from BeBossier.com – attempts to answer. Join Pierre and a team of documentary filmmakers as they explore Bossier City, Louisiana, visiting local businesses, meeting friendly locals …
Tour De Bossier with Pierre Bossier: Episode 2
What would the historical figure Pierre Bossier (1797-1844) think of modern day Bossier City, if he were able to visit? That’s the question that Tour de Bossier with Pierre Bossier – a new webseries from BeBossier.com – attempts to answer. Join Pierre and a team of documentary filmmakers as they explore Bossier City, Louisiana, visiting local businesses, meeting friendly locals …