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 …
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, …
As we enter Mardi Gras season, there’s plenty of seasonal and non-seasonal events to enjoy. From parades and float loading parties to high school sports and a comedy festival, Bossier Parish has plenty to offer this February! MARDI GRAS EVENTS Krewe of Centaur Loading Party This Mardi Gras tradition will see the Krewe of Centaur open its den to the …
As the New Year unfolds, Bossier Parish is witnessing a surge in its entrepreneurial spirit! The local business landscape is hopping with the emergence of new ventures, bringing fresh opportunities and vitality to the community. Business owners are seizing the opportunity to contribute to the economic growth of Bossier Parish and we are excited to share what we know about …
With the passing of the Twelfth Night on January 6, king cake season is officially here! Many people have their favorite places to get king cakes during Mardi Gras, but we have a few suggestions on where you can get your king cake fix right here in Bossier Parish. Don’t miss out on the delectable experience of indulging in a …
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 …
The population of Bossier Parish continues to grow which means parish leaders are always looking to improve. This statement seemed to be the common theme at the State of Bossier Address that took place on April 19. The address, hosted by the Bossier Chamber of Commerce, took place at the Hilton Garden Inn’s Event Center.
Shanna Parry was sipping her coffee at 7 a.m. in Malaysia when she got the news. She had received an email letting her know that she ranked in the Top 30 Global Gurus in Education list. Before she even checked her email, they called her letting her know the good news.
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 …
Haughton’s Star Donuts is a little donut shop with glowing Google reviews and the rarity of a boudin kolache. But the bakery, tucked away on 4615 US Hwy. 80, has a much deeper and more inspirational story waiting for its visitors. Owner Steve Chhim is an entrepreneur and immigrant who escaped horrors many people couldn’t even conceive, and now gladly …
