Shreveport, Louisiana, December 2, 2024 — Sci-Port Discovery Center is proud to announce that it will host Louisiana’s largest FIRST® LEGO® League (FLL) State Qualifying Tournament on Saturday, December 7th! This exciting event will welcome 20 teams from across the state, surpassing even New Orleans, where the state championship is held. FIRST® LEGO® League introduces […]
Downtown Shreveport was active early Tuesday morning with a historic buzz in the air as Broadmoor LLC hosted an informational meeting at Artspace to discuss the second phase of the Northwest Louisiana State Office Building. This critical phase marks the build-out stage of the project, following phase one—a separate contract that covered the demolition and […]
Broadmoor LLC is inviting subcontractors and trade partners to join the Northwest Louisiana State Office Building Phase 2 Project in Downtown Shreveport. As the project progresses toward its next phase, Broadmoor is seeking local and DBE/SBE participation to foster collaboration and strengthen the community’s role in the development. Information Session Details Interested subcontractors and trade […]
This holiday season, the Downtown Development Authority invites you to support local businesses during the annual Shop Small initiative. As you prepare your gift lists and holiday celebrations, make Downtown Shreveport your shopping destination, where unique treasures and heartfelt service await. Downtown Shreveport’s eclectic mix of boutiques, galleries, and specialty stores offer something for everyone. […]
Shreveport, LA – This holiday season, Downtown Shreveport invites visitors to experience the creativity and fun of the Downtown Holiday Window Display Contest. Local businesses are bringing their storefronts to life with dazzling decorations, competing for prizes, and spreading festive cheer throughout the community. With sparkling lights and imaginative designs, the competition offers the perfect […]
The Historic Tax Credit has been a significant incentive for development in downtown Shreveport. Sixty-seven projects have used the tax credit for their projects in Shreveport. The total QRE (Qualifying Rehabilitation Expense) for those projects is $575,493,285.91. The 600 and 700 blocks of Texas Street were literally transformed using the tax credit program. “The Historic […]
The Shreveport Bossier African American Chamber of Commerce, Shreveport Bossier Chamber of Commerce, and Shreveport DDA hosted a welcome reception for the new Shreveport DDA Executive Director, Cedric B. Glover. The event took place at Artspace, where community members gathered to show their support. The evening was highlighted by delicious catering from Ono Hawaiian, adding […]
Join us in welcoming Cedric B. Glover, the new Executive Director of the Shreveport Downtown Development Authority! A special reception will be held on Tuesday, November 7th, from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm at Artspace. This event offers an opportunity to meet Cedric, hear his vision for Downtown Shreveport, and celebrate a new chapter for […]
A recent report from Shreveport’s Small Business Task Force, working alongside the nonprofit Cities Work, sheds light on the obstacles faced by local entrepreneurs. While startup fees in Shreveport are relatively low, the report highlights an array of regulatory hurdles, outdated processes, and prolonged wait times that make it challenging for small businesses to launch […]
The State Bond Commission took a major step yesterday towards revitalizing downtown Shreveport, approving $75 million in lease revenue bonds for the development of the new Northwest Louisiana State Office Building. This approval, which is part of a projected $100 million investment, helps pave the way for the renovation of the former federal building located […]
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