Move to Bossier: Finding Your Faith-Based Community

Asbury Church

Whether you’re looking to move to Bossier or you’re a longtime resident, it’s never too late to get connected with a local faith-based community. In addition to fulfilling spiritual needs for residents, places of worship also offer a chance to build a sense of camaraderie and connect with the local community. Nestled firmly in the Bible Belt, Bossier City has …

Check Out These Bossier City Events in April

There’s always something fun going on in Bossier. Enjoy the beautiful spring weather and check out these Bossier City events in April. Bossier City Dirt Cheap Grand Opening Retail store Dirt Cheap will make its mark on Bossier beginning this month with a grand opening celebration. Save 30 to 90 percent off brand name products by shopping home goods, decor …

Enjoy These Outdoor Spring Activities in Bossier With the Whole Family

As a family of four, The Anthonys make their way to Bossier City as soon as the weather turns into spring. “Though we live in Shreveport, we cross the river to enjoy Bossier City,” Michelle Anthony said. “We like to pretend we are going an a mini vacation over the weekend. With a newborn and a very active 3-year-old, we …

Support Local Artisans at the Bossier City Makers Fair

Bossier City Makers Fair

Local artisans and makers will showcase their handcrafted goods, crafts and art on Saturday, March 24 for the Bossier City Makers Fair at the Louisiana Boardwalk. This fun celebration will be from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. There will be free admission as well as free parking at this family-friendly event. Over 110 Makers will be at the fair selling …

Base Culture Part 2: Barksdale Air Force Base Servicemembers Share Their Bossier Favorites

Barksdale Air Force Base

Bossier City continues to thrive with many entertaining opportunities for our troops stationed at Barksdale Air Force Base to enjoy with their families. For 86 years, our military servicemen and women have enjoyed great food and fun places to spend time with their loved ones. We asked some of our troops what their favorite things are to do in Bossier. …

Try a Free Scuba Lesson at The Swim School

Are you looking to try something new? Have you always wanted to learn how to be a scuba diver? If you answered yes to both of these questions, then you should definitely try a free scuba lesson at The Swim School. This introductory lesson is designed to give you a glimpse at what scuba lessons would be like. The first …

Don’t Miss These Bossier City Events in March

Corvette Show at the Boardwalk

Check out these great Bossier City events in March: Paint Your Pour Begin March with a creative and fun event for art. This month kicks off the first event for Paint Your Pour. Invite your friends and paint a one-of-a-kind cup or mug. For $15 for one night or $50 for attending all four events, art supplies and instructions will …

4 of the Best Free Things to Do in Bossier City for Families

The Louisiana Boardwalk

One great thing about living in Bossier is there are plenty of free things to do with the family. You won’t have to worry about staying inside when you find yourself over your monthly budget. Instead, you can enjoy some of these free things to do in Bossier City: 1. Window Shop at the Louisiana Boardwalk Just because you’re trying …

Move to Bossier: Our Guide to Enrolling Kids in Bossier Parish Schools

Enrollment info from Benton Middle School

One of Stacey Walker’s favorite things about being a school counselor is getting to tour prospective students around the school. She enjoys being their first point of contact in the enrollment process at Benton Middle School. Walker serves as the 6th Grade Counselor there. She previously worked as a counselor for Stockwell Place Elementary School. Both of these jobs have …

Move to Bossier: Retired & Loving It

Retirees walking in Bossier

There comes a time in everyone’s life when they dream of retirement and with that dream comes a lot of questions. Where will I spend my “golden years?” Will the weather be moderate there? How about social amenities and modern conveniences? Can I afford the housing costs? What about healthcare when I need it? Will it be easy to get …