Stemming the ViolenceAlso: Dealing with the city’s financial issues Shreveport Mayor Tom Arceneaux has a pointed message for “a group of lawless people” whose violent acts affect the rest of the community. “Just stop it,” he said. Arceneaux was joined by area law… Apr 05 23April 05, 2023Article at theforumnews.com
Louisiana Key AcademyArthur Circle Elementary School closed its doors in 2020. Today, the campus at 261 Arthur Ave. in the Broadmoor neighborhood is undergoing a metamorphosis that will change the way many students learn. Louisiana Key Academy has acquired the former… Apr 04 23April 04, 2023Article at SB Magazine
Mayor’s NotebookMayor evaluating city’s needs Water has been on Shreveport Mayor Tom Arceneaux’s mind a lot lately. It’s no surprise. It’s been on a lot of constituents’ minds, too. “Our biggest concern that has really been occupying my time is the rain event and… Feb 08 23February 08, 2023Article at theforumnews.com
The Window of Opportunity is NowPolitical strategist and author recommends urgency Shreveport’s low energy costs and abundant natural resources open the area to significant growth opportunities, provided there is a quick transition to embrace processing. That was the message from… Jan 25 23January 25, 2023Article at theforumnews.com
Mayor’s NotebookUnexpected challenges, exceptional support cited Every new job seems to bring certain “other duties as assigned” – those surprises that come up before you even get acclimated to the new chair. As it turns out, the mayor of Shreveport is no exception.… Jan 25 23January 25, 2023Article at theforumnews.com
New Approach to HealingClint Davis, M.S., LPC, CSAT, CCTP Holistic treatments to make lasting changes It’s the start of a new year, and many are resolved to fix something they don’t like about themselves. Maybe it’s losing weight or breaking a bad habit. Maybe it’s better… Jan 16 23January 16, 2023Article at theforumnews.com
Singing Shreveport Music’s PraisesFormer owner reconnects with vendors, customers Don Teach is back for an encore performance at Shreveport Music Co. Teach, whose family owned the music store from 1961 until he sold it in 2019, returned about a month ago to lend his experience to the… Nov 29 22November 29, 2022Article at theforumnews.com
Take Me Out to the BallparkWill local baseball make a comeback? Mayor Adrian Perkins announced plans for a new multi-sports facility at the Louisiana State Fair Grounds that would bring independent professional baseball and other events to Shreveport. The project is a… Nov 01 22November 01, 2022Article at theforumnews.com
Avoiding Athletic InjuriesPrevention and safety should be emphasized Young athletes are suffering injuries at a rate 10 times more frequently than in 2000, and the trend is escalating, a world-renowned orthopedic surgeon told a full house of doctors, physical therapists,… Nov 01 22November 01, 2022Article at theforumnews.com
The Way We WereHumpfrees in Shreve Square takes a final bow When Buddy Flett recalls the nightlife at Humpfrees in Shreve Square back in the 1980s, he has trouble putting his feelings into words. “There’s not a big enough word to explain how much fun Humpfrees… Oct 19 22October 19, 2022Article at theforumnews.com
Praeses Assists U.S. Air ForceLocal company helping with analysis of data The United States Air Force has awarded Shreveport’s Praeses a contract for up to $950 million to help collect, organize and distribute data on an integrated platform for its Joint All Domain Command and… Oct 05 22October 05, 2022Article at theforumnews.com
Fern Crossing at Bayou PierreArea history, topography and a passion for preservation at the forefront of planning Work is underway to transform the former Haystack Apartments at the corner of East 70th Street and Fern Avenue into a luxury apartment community. is in Phase 1 of… Oct 05 22October 05, 2022Article at theforumnews.com
SporTran Resource Center‘Transformational’ project for the city SporTran plans to improve life for its riders, employees and others in the west end of downtown Shreveport by renovating the old Sun Furniture building at 1253 Texas Ave. Phase One of the development is… Oct 05 22October 05, 2022Article at theforumnews.com
Eyes on the PrizeDon’t call it a film festival The Louisiana Film Prize is the genesis of Prize Fest, a nine-day celebration of creative people and their creations Oct. 14-22 in downtown Shreveport. Film Prize is a highly acclaimed short film competition featured in… Oct 05 22October 05, 2022Article at theforumnews.com
Louisiana Downs : Across the BoardLouisiana Downs Casino and Racetrack might replace “First Call” with “Everything Old is New Again” as its call to post. That’s because the new ownership and management team at Bossier City’s horse racing venue is preserving its history while looking… Sep 06 22September 06, 2022Article at SB Magazine
New Shuttle ServiceSporTran General Manager Dinero Washington believes his agency can be a catalyst for growth in one Shreveport corridor, thanks to a $22 million grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation. Officials from the city of Shreveport, SporTran,… Aug 22 22August 22, 2022Article at theforumnews.com
Push From BehindThe Shreveport City Council selected a new district map that created five majority-black voting districts and two majority-white districts in the city at its June 14 meeting. District B Councilwoman LeVette Fuller has concerns about the new dist Jun 28 22June 28, 2022Article at theforumnews.com
Choice LivingTenants are moving into Bayou Grande, Shreveport’s Choice Neighborhoods development near the corner of Caddo and Common streets downtown. One building with 68 apartments is completed and welcoming residents. Another 68-unit building is completed Jun 28 22June 28, 2022Article at theforumnews.com
Water Department Looks To Future With New BuildingThe city of Shreveport has acquired a building on West 70th Street that will become the new headquarters for the Water and Sewerage Department by the end of the year. “This facility is like winning the lottery,” Director William Daniel said. “We… Mar 10 22March 10, 2022Article at theforumnews.com
City of Shreveport Purchases Millenium StudioThe city of Shreveport recently purchased the Millennium Studios building in the Ledbetter Heights area adjacent to downtown for $6 million. "We purchased the real estate formerly owned by Millennium Studios," Drew Mouton, director of the Shreveport… Feb 22 22February 22, 2022Article at theforumnews.com
