The Humane Society of Louisiana is once again helping horses purchased to ride in Mardi Gras parades find homes, so carnival season isn’t their last.… MORE
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If Shreveport Had A Candle – What Would It Smell Like?
You may have seen the candles out there that are suppose to “Smell” like certain cities or states. Usually it’s somewhere coastal or tropical, but, it got us thinking — what about Shreveport? What would a Shreveport candle smell like? So, we asked Shreveport and some of the answers are quite entertaining: Some of the…… MORE
Black History Month: The Best Black Owned Restaurants In The Shreveport Area
All month long we’re celebrating Black History Month – and the local icons in the Shreveport area that are Black History! We can all agree that we have some great restaurants in the Shreveport area, and we have some great locally owned African American restaurants in the Shreveport-Bossier area, as well. We polled some people…… MORE
Black History Month: The Best Black Owned Restaurants In The Shreveport Area
All month long we’re celebrating Black History Month – and the local icons in the Shreveport area that are Black History! We can all agree that we have some great restaurants in the Shreveport area, and we have some great locally owned African American restaurants in the Shreveport-Bossier area, as well. We polled some people…… MORE
Big Box Retailer Is Exiting Shreveport
After closing their Bossier location last year, Bed Bath & Beyond has announced their closing their Shreveport location too. The Shreveport store is located on Youree Drive, and is part of additional closures by the struggling retail chain. According to NBC News: Bed Bath & Beyond said it plans to close another 150 stores as…… MORE
What You Need To Know About The Krewe of Centaur Parade in Shreveport This Saturday
The Krewe of Centaur Mardi Gras Parade has grown over the years to become the largest parade in the Ark-La-Tex. According to The Krewe of Centaur’s website they’re one of the very largest, single parading Krewes in the State of Louisiana, and yes, that includes New Orleans. And this Saturday (2/11) is the Krewe of…… MORE
Suspect Arrested for Allegedly Stealing Twelve Louisiana Monkeys
We wrote about this case last week, after twelve monkeys were stolen from Zoosiana in Lafayette. Now, a Louisiana man is behind bars.… MORE
Heavy rain & strong storms likely Tuesday night & Wednesday in Shreveport
Showers & thunderstorms will increase Tuesday night and Wednesday with heavy rain for parts of the area. A few storms could become severe Wednesday afternoon. The week ends with cooler temperatures & sunshine. Much of next week is looking very soggy. We will see a big range in temperatures over the ArkLaTex Wednesday thanks to…… MORE
ArkLaTex Native Will Play In Sunday’s Big Game!
Five players who played at Louisiana high schools could win a super bowl ring in this year’s Big Game. According to a Facebook post by the Louisiana High School Athletic Association (LHSAA), L’Jarius Sneed, Justin Reid, Clyde Edwards-Helaire, Boston Scott, and DeVonta Smith will all be playing for the Lombardi Trophy this year. Chiefs cornerback L’Jarius Sneed attended Minden High…… MORE
Leashing Your Toddler Is Now Socially Acceptable In Shreveport
A new poll found putting your toddler on a leash is now socially acceptable in the Shreveport-Bossier area. But entertaining your baby with a smartphone isn’t. 48% of Americans say it’s fine, compared to 34% who don’t think it’s okay. The other 17% weren’t sure, or didn’t have an opinion. Here are a few more…… MORE
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New Grocery Store Opens in Shreveport with Huge Crowds
There’s a new grocery store in town and they already have customers lining up to shop, shop, and shop.
The Bossier Night Market returns this Saturday to the Shreveport Area!
Louisiana’s First & Only Night Market Is back – The Bossier Night Market! 200+ Vendors and 13 Food Trucks to shop from, with over 75,000+ Twinkling Lights in an open air, outdoor environment. Free Admission and Free Parking AND The Largest Outdoor Vendor Event in the UNITED STATES! FIREWORKS at 9PM! Market Goods, 13 FOOD…
Jenny Craig Is Closing Their Doors — How Louisiana Played A Role In Starting ‘Jenny Craig’
The weight loss and nutrition company Jenny Craig has reportedly told employees that they’re shutting down operations. All locations will close . . . and more than 1,000 employees will be laid off. Jenny Craig was being shopped to investors for a while . . . either as a sale or to secure additional financing. …
A New Filipino Restaurant Opens Today In Shreveport
A new restaurant opens today in Shreveport featuring Filipino cuisine.