“The only thing that you absolutely have to know is the location of the library.” – Albert Einstein Moving day! Inside the large airy spaces of 100 City Hall Drive, the staff and workers are excited and enthusiastic even as they face the huge challenge of hauling 55,000 different items from the old Central Library and History Center facility, which …
Don’t go green with envy by missing these March events in Bossier
Spring is right around the corner and the warmer weather means Bossier Parish has a slew of events for you this March. From big time concerts to student art shows, there is no lack of entertainment across the parish. Bossier Parish Student Art Show The Bossier Parish Student Art Show is a culmination of the artwork created by Bossier Schools …
Discover Bossier: 5 Things to Do for Fun!
Bossier City is on the grow and with that comes exciting things for you to do. There are plenty of fun places to visit in Bossier, whether there are new businesses to welcome to the area, or others that are local favorites that have renovated and added to their experiences for residents and visitors alike. Escape SBC If you’re …
The Buzz is Building: What’s New at The Louisiana Boardwalk Outlets
One of the area’s trending spots for shopping, dining and nightlife, the Louisiana Boardwalk Outlets are experiencing a surge of revitalization and growth. The Boardwalk serves as a vibrant hub within the Shreveport-Bossier community, offering an array of shopping options and engaging activities for residents of all ages. The outdoor shopping district has been operating under new management since 2022 …
BPSTIL an example of the ‘Power of Public Schools’ in Bossier
February kicks off the Power of Public Schools campaign throughout Louisiana and Bossier is celebrating all the things that make it one of the state’s top districts. Bossier Schools is in the middle of spotlighting the various opportunities it offers as a public school system: From the special education services that bridge the spectrum to an array of extracurricular opportunities, …
The Darby Family Legacy
The tenants of faith, leadership, education, community service and a strong work ethic were not lost on the seven children of the Rev. D.R. “Donnie” and Jessie Darby. Jeffrey, Jerome, Cynthia, Julian, Garnette, Sandra (“Samm”) and Cindy have all followed the example set by their parents and grandparents to practice and live their faith, receive a good education, work hard …
Resetting those Resolutions? Free Classes Help!
By now, a lot of us have already ditched those hopeful 2024 resolutions to make some changes. Don’t give up! These free local classes can motivate us to learn something new, become more active and meet new people. Bossier Council on Aging offers lots of free classes for ages 60 and older at their Senior Centers in Bossier City, Benton …
Resolutions? Free Classes Can Help!
By now, a lot of us have already ditched those hopeful 2024 resolutions to make some changes. Don’t give up! These free local classes can motivate us to learn something new, become more active and meet new people. Bossier Council on Aging offers lots of free classes for ages 60 and older at their Senior Centers in Bossier City, Benton …
The Brothertons – 57 Years and Counting!
Bob and Billie Jo Brotherton have known each other almost their entire lives. “Bob and I went from elementary through Haughton High School together, which was grades one to 12 back then. I started liking him in the seventh, but he wasn’t interested in girls at the time,” said Billie Jo. But, by the time Bob was in the ninth …
Krewe of Gemini Parade Set to Roll This Weekend!
2024 Krewe of Gemini Parade XXXV Shreveport-Bossier is rolling into another parade weekend! Krewe of Gemini will host its 35th parade on Saturday, February 10th, beginning at Clyde Fant Parkway at 2:45 p.m. The parade will consist of masked revelers on floats, marchers and everyone’s favorite Shriner’s cars responding to the age old cry “Throw me something, Mister!” Beads, toys, …