As Black History Month invites us to reflect on legacy, resilience, and progress, it also challenges us to be intentional about where we invest our time, dollars, and support. Several Black-owned businesses in Bossier City are not only building successful brands but also strengthening our community in powerful ways. From real estate to beauty to sweet gathering spaces, each of …
This is Bossier Parish! Our beautiful and fast-growing parish, located in northwest Louisiana, is filled with unique sights, delicious eats, and community fun. What makes Bossier (Boh-zher) such an amazing place to be? Sit back and enjoy reading about the city named Best Place to Live in Louisiana by Money Magazine. At 182 years old, the parish’s legacy of commerce …
For Charlotte Hinson, fitness isn’t a trend or a phase. It’s a thread that has woven through her entire life. A Bossier native and independent trainer, Hinson’s relationship with movement began early. At just seven years old, running was a form of therapy for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), setting the foundation for what would eventually become both a passion and a …
At just 16 years old, fueled by a passion for hunting and the outdoors, Peyton Fulghum turned a lifelong interest into a business. In 2021, Team Bandito was created, and Fulghum stepped into entrepreneurship before some teens would consider getting a first job. “I’ve always been into the outdoors, hunting, and building something of my own,” Fulghum explained. “Bandito is …
A community forum last month highlighted how the National Cyber Research Park (NCRP) continues to shape the region’s economy and quality of life. Leaders from the Cyber Innovation Center (CIC), General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT), and the Louisiana Tech Research Institute (LTRI) joined a panel discussion to reflect on the NCRP’s evolution and its growing role in the technology and …
Located at 2750 Shed Road Suite D1, dreams are being brought to reality at The Drēm Hub. For 2 years this entrepreneurship incubator has been helping business owners launch their business. There are currently 6 businesses located within The Drēm Hub. The woman behind the operation is Kyla Benjamin, affectionately known as CoachK. She provides the businesses a space to …
It’s been six years since Be Bossier has last spoken to bluesy Bossier Parish Native, Garrett Jacobs. When we last spoke, he was competing in American Idol and had made it to the Top 24. He went on to reach the Top 14 and has since relocated to Nashville, TN, where he is pursuing music full time! “I am a …
Usually, mudslinging is a bad thing, unless you are a new studio offering Bossier residents the chance to create art from all that mud. Magnolia Mudroom is a small, community-focused studio in Benton dedicated to offering a space for everyone at all skill levels to be able to create art from clay. They encourage learning from each other without judgment …
In celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we’re highlighting two remarkable Asian American-owned businesses right here in Bossier City that are making a lasting impact through culture, cuisine, and creativity. From the bold, flavor-packed dishes at Geaux Wings and Rice to the serene, detail-driven service at M Beyond Nails and Spa, these local gems reflect the richness …
Spring is here and summer is approaching, which means fishing season is in full swing across Bossier Parish. Whether your dream is to be a professional angler or you just want a new hobby to enjoy the great outdoors, Bossier has a variety of bodies of water that give you a wide spectrum of fishing opportunities. Bossier City’s own Nick …
