Agatha Fertitta McCall is one downtown business owner who believes in herself and knows she can, and she does! Well-known in downtown Shreveport because of her family’s business – Fertitta’s Delicatessen, Agatha grew up at the restaurant at 1124 Fairfield Avenue, and for decades has continued the family tradition of creating downtown’s favorite muffuletta sandwich, […]
As many of you have seen, the DDA Board has voted to offer Cedric Glover the position of Executive Director. We are excited to welcome Cedric and look forward to his leadership. Currently, the DDA is in contract negotiations, and we have received several media inquiries. We ask that all questions, media requests, or other […]
The Shreveport-Caddo Metropolitan Planning Commission (MPC) is kicking off an exciting process to update the Great Expectations: Shreveport-Caddo 2030 Master Plan. This initiative, known as One Shreveport, is all about creating a shared community vision for the city’s future. One Shreveport will serve as a guide for the city’s growth and development, covering areas like […]
Downtown Shreveport is home to an array of unique businesses that bring creativity, craftsmanship, and essential services to the community. Block by Block aims to showcase these businesses that call downtown home and make Downtown Shreveport a special place to live, work, and discover. We begin by exploring Lake Street. One gem that can be […]
We had not one but two ribbon cuttings on Texas Street yesterday! We’re thrilled to congratulate Cooper’s Corner and Ono Hawaiian Grill on their grand openings! Cooper’s Corner has undergone a beautiful renovation and is now home to a variety of downtown businesses, breathing new life into this historic building. Ono Hawaiian Grill has also […]
We are thrilled to see that Chef Niema DiGrazia has joined Abby Singer’s Bistro as their new Executive Chef! Chef DiGrazia has made an impact in the region with her innovative culinary creations, first through her food truck, her restaurant, Niema’s Cookery Corner, and as a competitor in the Food Prize’s Golden Fork competition. Her […]
ShrevePark was recently highlighted as a customer success story by T2 Systems in an article titled “ShrevePark Extends Goodwill to Patrons with New UPsafety® PE Functionality.” The article discusses a new automated system that allows payment plan terms to be directly entered into the system, a feature ShrevePark supported during development. The ShrevePark team volunteered […]
In Downtown Shreveport we are home to a number of businesses in a variety of industries. These businesses are constantly looking for ways to stand out and attract more visitors. Social media has emerged as one of the most powerful tools for local businesses to connect with their community, promote their offerings, and build a […]
The Downtown Development Authority recently reached out to local businesses to assess the impact of the Humor & Harmony event on our community. The insights gathered from this survey will be useful in developing new strategies to better support downtown businesses and improve future initiatives. Here are some key highlights from the feedback: Impact on […]
In today’s fast-paced world, data isn’t just for big corporations—it’s a crucial tool for small businesses, especially in a busy area like Downtown Shreveport. Gathering and analyzing data can help you better understand your customers, tailor your marketing efforts, and ultimately grow your business. At its core, data tells you who your customers are, what […]
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