The Downtown Development Authority partnered with downtown and local businesses, Tim Hoover, Horticulturist with Shreveport Aquarium, Garrison’s Nursery, and the DDA’s Streetscape crew to launch the Adopt-A-Pot beautification initiative that has brightened our downtown area with stunning EarthPlanters. Since their arrival, these beautiful planters and plantings have been a standout feature in downtown Shreveport, adding […]
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 […]
The Shreveport Police Downtown (SPD) Unit Mounted & Bicycle Support Group is pleased to introduce our newest addition to the SPD stables! Mr. Ray Spencer graciously donated this beautiful 7 yr. gelding to the Support Group this week. We will be asking for name suggestions soon…so put your thinking cap on and watch for the […]
The Shreveport Police Department Downtown Unit Mounted & Bicycle Support Group recently submitted grant applications on behalf of the Shreveport Police Department (SPD) Special Response Team (SRT) Drone Unit, to assist them in seeking additional funding to acquire essential equipment that will enhance the team’s capabilities and further improve public safety in the Shreveport community. […]
It’s been 21 years since our downtown wayfinding signage was installed. In that time, Downtown Shreveport has seen plenty of exciting changes—new businesses, attractions, and developments. However, one thing has become clear: the signs are not. They have faded and are no longer as colorful or easy to read as they once were. The DDA […]
We want to hear from our downtown businesses and property owners about the impact of the recent festival events, your suggestions, and any general feedback you may have. Survey Link: https://tinyurl.com/mrxcx3dm Thank you for taking the time to complete this quick survey. Your input is invaluable in helping the DDA better support our businesses and […]
On August 14th, Sci-port made an announcement that they will be closing… but not for long! According to their post, Sci-Port will be temporarily closed from September 2 through September 17 for some exciting upgrades and will reopen on September 18. We are excited and cannot wait to see what Sci-port has in store for […]
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