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Continued Growth in Downtown Shreveport: Petroleum Tower and Bayou Grande Projects

Downtown Shreveport is seeing continued investment with two major residential projects moving forward, highlighting downtown Shreveport’s ongoing revitalization. Redevelopment Update: Petroleum Tower The Petroleum Tower project reached a key financing milestone this week, bringing the long-anticipated redevelopment one step closer to construction. The Northwest Louisiana Finance Authority (NWLFA) granted preliminary approval for a financing structure […]

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Do You Know Your Downtown?

Do You Know Your Downtown: What downtown anchor attraction opened in late 1998 and is still drawing crowds to it’s facility and downtown daily?     Sci-Port Discovery Center. The 92,000 sf complex features an exciting combination of interactive science exhibits, a planetarium, and an IMAX dome theater. Construction was completed in October 1998.   […]

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A New Restaurant Is Coming to Downtown Shreveport

We’re excited to welcome Fat Tuesday Sandwich Shop to downtown Shreveport! Originally founded in Bossier City, the locally owned restaurant is opening its second location at 400 Texas Street, Suite 102, marking another positive step in the continued growth of our city center. Projected to open on March 10, the downtown Fat Tuesday location will […]

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G-Dome Zoning Approved for Downtown Shreveport

A major new entertainment project is officially one step closer to reality for downtown Shreveport. The proposed G-Dome, a 140-foot, multi-purpose domed venue backed by Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, has received zoning approval, allowing the project to advance to its next phase. The G-Dome is envisioned as a large-scale entertainment venue capable of hosting concerts, […]

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State Investment in G-Unit Studio Project Marks Major Milestone for Downtown Shreveport

SHREVEPORT, La. – The Shreveport Downtown Development Authority (DDA) celebrates the State of Louisiana’s finalized investment agreement with G-Unit Film & Television, a transformative entertainment redevelopment project that marks a major step forward in downtown Shreveport’s economic revitalization and growth as a destination for creative industries. The multi-phase initiative represents more than $124 million in combined […]

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Extend Your Day with the DDA: Holiday Edition Recap

Thank you to everyone who joined us last night at The Capri Theater Shreveport for our Extend Your Day with the DDA – Holiday Edition! It was a great evening filled with connection and celebration of all the momentum happening in Downtown Shreveport.Guests enjoyed delicious bites from Bon Asian Cafe and KRUE Events, music from […]

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Latasha V. Henderson—Project Runway Alum & International Designer—Announces Premiere of New Fashion-Education YouTube Show

SHREVEPORT, LA — December 2025 — Latasha V. Henderson, celebrated Project Runway Season 15 alum, international designer & stylist, and acclaimed Hollywood & Nollywood costume designer, is excited to announce the premiere of her brand-new YouTube show, Fashion Imagination. The highly anticipated series will debut during a special Premiere Event on Friday, December 19, 2025, […]

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Congratulations to Electric Supply Company

Congratulations to Electric Supply Company on your re-opening celebration! A true Shreveport staple since 1940, ESCO has stood strong through changing markets, tough times, and shifting industry landscapes. Your commitment to serving local contractors and supporting our regional economy has never wavered. The renewed vision under local ownership is inspiring, and we’re excited to see […]

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SCI-PORT SOARS WITH NEW FLIGHT SIMULATOR EXHIBIT

Shreveport, Louisiana, November 18, 2025 — Sci-Port Discovery Center is thrilled to announce the arrival of its newest exhibit addition: a state-of-the-art Flight Simulator, specially programmed and fabricated by BetaFlix and generously donated by Brigadier General Gerald Goodfellow, United States Air Force (retired), CEO of Small Business Consulting Corporation and his wife Kristine Goodfellow. This […]

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Downtown Shreveport Organizations Partner with SPD to Enhance Safety Efforts

Shreveport, LA – In response to recent incidents in downtown Shreveport and the anticipated increase in evening and weekend activity, the Downtown Development Authority (DDA) and Downtown Shreveport Development Corporation (DSDC) have partnered with the Shreveport Police Department (SPD) to strengthen safety measures in the downtown area. As part of this collaboration, the DDA and […]

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