On July 18, 2017, Barksdale Air Force Base broke ground on a new dog park and water park for servicemembers, their families and guests to come enjoy. The project was finished on Feb. 2, but officially opened to all Department of Defense identification cardholders and their guests on May 7.
Each day when Katie Andersen goes to work, she gets to spend time at the place that she loves most. As a certified riding instructor and horse trainer at Double Rainbow Farm in Haughton, Andersen instructs people of all ages from beginner level to advanced level. She says when you are working with horses, a new challenge awaits each day, …
While there are some major festivals and events going on in northwest Louisiana for July 4th, if crowds aren’t your thing, then there are many ways to celebrate the nation’s independence in Bossier Parish. The holiday brings to mind fireworks, barbecues and remembering those that have sacrificed for our country. Here are some ways you can celebrate the 4th of …
When it comes to family businesses, perhaps no other category is more suited than the restaurant and hospitality industry. L’Italiano Restaurant in Bossier City is certainly fitting as it has been in the same family since it first opened some 34 years ago at 701 Barksdale Blvd. Claudio Giacalone is the owner and explains how he got involved in helping …
You can learn the history of the produce you’re buying at the Neighborhood Food & Crafters’ Market in Haughton. This year the market will begin on June 22 from 5-9 p.m. and continue every Friday for 6-7 weeks after that. You can find locally grown produce, hand-made artisan crafters, a variety of heirloom organic seeds and more at this market.
Ask one hundred people what they love about the Louisiana Boardwalk in Bossier City and you stand a chance of getting 100 different answers. While shopping may seem like the obvious answer, the 500,000 square foot complex provides a plethora of activities so you can stay all day enjoying retail, restaurants, movies and activities.
Looking for some fun in the sun? How about some tasty food? These Bossier City events in June have everything from a wine and cheese pairing to a rocking concert with Tim McGraw and Faith Hill. Don’t miss out on these great events this month: Superman Party What better way to celebrate eight decades of Superman than at 2nd and …
Has it been awhile since you heard a good local love story? Prop your feet up and get cozy. This is going to be a good one! Austin and Crystal Lohman are a relatively new military family in Bossier Parish with their love story beginning in the Bahamas. That’s right! The Bahamas. With only eight hours left of his vacation …
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. …
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 …
