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SCI-PORT RECEIVES $400,000 STATE APPROPRIATION TO EXPAND STEM EDUCATION AND ENHANCE VISITOR EXPERIENCES

Shreveport, Louisiana, July 2, 2026 – Sci-Port Discovery Center is proud to announce it has officially received its award letter from the Louisiana Senate confirming a $400,000 state appropriation through House Bill 312/ ACT 961 for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. This investment will support the expansion of Sci-Port’s educational programming while funding exciting improvements throughout the […]

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Reminder: We Want To Hear From You About Downtown Shreveport

There’s still time to make your voice heard! The City of Shreveport and the Downtown Development Authority invite everyone who lives, works, visits, owns property, or invests in Downtown Shreveport to complete a short community survey. Your feedback will help guide the development of a strategic retail plan focused on attracting new businesses, enhancing downtown […]

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Lunch & Discover Kicks Off with a Great First Event

The Downtown Development Authority was excited to launch the first Lunch & Discover event this week, and thanks to the support of our downtown partners and community members, it was a success. We would like to extend a special thank you to 400 Texas for hosting the inaugural event and providing a welcoming space for […]

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Lunch & Discover Kick-Off

Downtown Shreveport is inviting employees, residents, and visitors to take a break from the office and experience the energy of downtown during the inaugural Lunch & Discover event on Wednesday, June 17, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 400 Texas Street. Designed to showcase the businesses, restaurants, and unique experiences that make downtown Shreveport […]

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City of Shreveport and Downtown Development Authority Partner to Launch Five-Year Strategic Retail Plan for Downtown

SHREVEPORT, La. — The City of Shreveport and the Downtown Development Authority are partnering to launch a public survey that will help guide the development of a strategic retail plan for Downtown Shreveport. The survey is part of a broader initiative with Downtown Strategies, a division of Retail Strategies. The effort will include discovery and […]

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RED, WHITE & BOOM is coming to the Red River District!

The City of Shreveport will kick off its America 250 celebration with Red, White & Boom!, a community-wide event taking place Friday, May 29 beginning at 5:00 p.m. in the Red River District in Downtown Shreveport! This free, family-friendly event will mark the start of Shreveport’s participation in the nationwide America 250 initiative, commemorating the […]

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Downtown Partners Donate $51,000 to Anglin/Myers Public Safety Initiative

A coalition of downtown organizations, city leadership, and community partners announced a $51,000 investment to expand public safety technology in Downtown Shreveport through the Anglin/Myers Public Safety program. The Downtown Development Authority (DDA), Downtown Shreveport Development Corporation (DSDC), and Shreveport Common jointly committed the funding to support continued deployment of Real Time Crime Cameras (RTCCs) […]

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Shreveport Symphony Orchestra Announces Todd Simmons as Chief Executive Officer 

Shreveport, LA — The Shreveport Symphony Orchestra (SSO) announces Todd Simmons as its new Chief Executive Officer. Simmons will lead efforts to deepen community engagement, expand partnerships, and further establish the Symphony as a cultural and economic force in the region. With more than three decades of demonstrated artistic leadership, executive management, and audience connection, Simmons brings a rare blend of musical expertise and […]

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Lunch & Discover

Downtown Partners, We’re inviting you to be part of something fresh, energetic, and built to drive traffic your way, our new Lunch & Discover series. As a participating restaurant or business, you’ll receive: Inclusion in a coordinated, high-visibility downtown activation Direct customer incentives through coupons and giveaways A professionally produced promotional video feature highlighting your […]

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