Wherever we looked in the final days of 2020 there were grim lists of top stories. Covid 19, social justice and injustices, and all things politics dominated headlines in the year past, and has turned the corner to dominate the earliest days of 2021. Much of what people have experienced this year fell into the […]
Walk into Cotton St. Farms at 406 Cotton Street and you’ll see hydroponic walls of fresh greens and herbs as well as giant locally-grown sweet potatoes and hydroponically-grown Beefsteak and Cherry tomatoes! The tomatoes come from a farm in Mooringsport that has taken their tomatoes out of the ground and into greenhouse to be able […]
C&C Mercantile and Lighting at 1110 Texas Avenue has added another reason to make you linger. Special Reserve Coffee Roasters is now in the house, serving up espresso drinks, cold brew coffees, estate teas and specialty drinks like Vietnamese Masala Chai. They plan to soon launch a ‘Nitro Bar’ that will feature SR’s coffee concentrates. […]
In 1923, William Fitzgerald was ready to build his new plumbing and heating company at 939 Louisiana Ave. In December of that year, city building inspector J.T. Harrison issued a permit for a one-story building with basement that would cost an estimated $25,100. By August, Fitzgerald Plumbing and Heating Company was open for business, and […]
Until the crack of midnight on December 31, 2020, you can score one of the best downtown deals we have ever seen. When you join the ranks of the proud supporters of Robinson Film Center, you will be gifted with TWELVE amazing thank-you’s for use whenever you choose in 2021. It’s no secret that our […]
Are you finished with your holiday shopping? If not, no fears! We have some great advice on easy, fun items from downtown retailers that won’t break the bank…AND you’ll be keeping important dollars local. Ready? Set? Let’s SHOP! The Agora Borealis, 421 Lake Street. Shop the Agora for a wide variety of Ben’s Body Basics, […]
Goodbye to Covid, Hello to Fat’s Oyster House It’s been a rough 2020 for Chase Boytim, owner of Fatty Arbuckle’s Pub in the Red River District. He, like other bar owners in Louisiana, have had a grim time in this year of Covid. Some have hunkered down, some have decided to close up shop completely, […]
It’s not often that you can get fine art at a discount, but Bailey Gallery wants you to end this worst of years with a smile. Between now and January 2, 2021, all the original paintings by artist Mike Torma will be 20% off. Additionally, other beautiful art by the likes of Christine Bailey & […]
Beginning in 2021, a cool old building at 1129 Texas Avenue that was slated for demolition will be rehabbed and vibrant again, the site of the new Texas Avenue Social. The building, the former Nolen’s Automotive, has been vacant for more than a decade. Several years ago, the City of Shreveport bought the adjacent parking […]
A new business with the goals of making other businesses better has moved downtown, to the Beck Building at 400 Travis Street. Brick by Brick offers workshops on customer service and support, teamwork and team building and developing management skills. Classes can be in person or virtual. Brick by Brick is happy to travel […]
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