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Do You Know Your Downtown?

Do you know who can make you sparkle Downtown? Downtown’s dentist, Dr. Chris Mott, has been located at  631 Milam Street for 38 years and is “committed to achieving the best outcome for your smile.” He provides excellent quality dental care with a focus on ensuring your comfort and oral health.  Dr. Mott will keep […]

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More Downtown Memories: Send Us Yours

Memories: Danny T. – Remembering Wrestling at Municipal Auditorium and I think it was against a bear! I was just a kid when my dad would take me to the Municipal to watch wrestling. It was so much fun watching the wrestlers and I loved watching them run from their corners to knock their opponents […]

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Celebrate Downtown Legacy: July 1, 2025

2025 is a milestone year for Shreveport,  a time to honor the people, places, and pivotal moments that helped shape our city. As communities across the region mark important anniversaries, we invite you to join us in Downtown Shreveport on July 1st to reflect on our past and look boldly toward our future. You are […]

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What to Know About Parking Rates in Downtown Shreveport

Navigating parking in downtown Shreveport is simpler and more affordable than you might expect. In fact, Shreveport offers some of the lowest parking rates in the state, making it easy for visitors, employees, and business patrons to access the heart of our city. On-Street Parking: Quick Facts All metered and unmetered on-street parking spaces in […]

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Find It Downtown: A Home For Your Business

Find It Downtown: Downtown Can Be Your New Retail Home: 509 Market Street – The Standard 509 Market Street – The Standard – Has 15,000 sf of commercial space available in a mixed use, luxury multi-family property.  The building is recognized by the National Register of Historical Places and is in a prime location in […]

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Standing Room Only: Downtown Townhall Brings Community Together for Meaningful Dialogue and Solutions

Standing Room Only: Downtown Townhall Brings Community Together for Meaningful Dialogue and Solutions In a show of strong civic engagement and community investment, Shreveport’s Downtown Townhall Meeting drew a standing-room-only crowd this past Wednesday. Residents, property owners, business owners, and local stakeholders gathered for a robust conversation hosted by the Shreveport Police Department, the Shreveport […]

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PROVIDENCE HOUSE TAPS SHARPEL WELCH AS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

[SHREVEPORT, LA, June 11, 2025] — George “Trey” Fauber, III and the Board of Directors of Providence House unanimously selected Sharpel Welch to serve as the new Executive Director eGective June 16, 2025. Welch is no stranger to the Shreveport-Bossier community. She has served in several leadership capacities and has been honored by local and […]

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Celebrate July 4th in Style with the Best View in Town!

Front-Row Access to KTBS Freedom Fest Fireworks and Barkowski Bridge Lighting   Shreveport, LA – Celebrate America’s birthday in the most unforgettable way—with a gourmet dinner, a stunning waterfront view, and the best seat in the city for Shreveport’s largest fireworks show! On Friday, July 4, 2025, the Riverwalk Event Venue at Shreveport Aquarium invites guests to enjoy an elevated […]

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SPD and Downtown Development Authority to Host Townhall Meeting Focused on Downtown Issues

The Shreveport Police Department, in collaboration with the Downtown Development Authority (DDA), is inviting downtown property owners, business leaders, and community stakeholders to participate in a Downtown Townhall Meeting on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. The meeting will take place at Wheless Auditorium, located inside the Regions Tower at 333 Texas Street in […]

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