Downtown revitalization doesn’t happen by accident -it’s built through intentional investment, strong partnerships, and giving local businesses the tools they need to succeed. One of the most impactful ways to support that growth is by making capital accessible, and that’s exactly what the Downtown Shreveport Development Corporation (DSDC) is doing through its Low Interest Loan […]
Shreveport, LA — The Shreveport Downtown Development Authority (DDA) and Visit Shreveport-Bossier are launching a new initiative designed to connect conference attendees, event participants, and visiting professionals with downtown Shreveport businesses and all they need is their event badge. The Show Me Your Badge program encourages attendees to explore the downtown district while supporting local […]
Shreveport’s downtown riverfront is entering a new chapter for gaming, and this week, Cedric B. Glover, Executive Director of the Shreveport Downtown Development Authority (DDA), joined leaders and lawmakers to explore what that future could look like. Glover brought his unique perspective to the table as a pioneer in Shreveport’s casino era, having served as […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
A quorum of DDA Board Members may be present at the “Extend Your Day with the DDA” event, Tuesday, 10/21/25, 4:30 pm – 7 pm, Shreveport Petroleum Club, 416 Travis Street. The purpose of the meeting is to provide updates on the State Office Building construction; downtown projects, events, and happenings; and networking opportunities. The […]
Shreveport, LA — October 2025 — Downtown Shreveport has been chosen as the official kick-off location for the City of Shreveport’s National Night Out on Tuesday, October 7, at 4:30 PM. This citywide recognition is a tremendous honor and a chance to shine a spotlight on the downtown community, which is the place where people […]
On Wednesday, May 29, a group of civic leaders, business owners, developers, and stakeholders met again at the Shreveport Downtown Development Authority (DDA) to keep the conversation going about the future of downtown. This was a follow-up to a similar session held on April 25, where participants began exploring what it would take to bring […]
Last Friday, developers, investors, and local and state officials gathered at the Shreveport DDA office to talk about the future of downtown Shreveport. The meeting came together through conversations between LTHP Executive Director Brian Davis and DDA Executive Director Cedric B. Glover, in connection with the 2025 Louisiana Trust for Historic Preservation Annual Conference. The […]
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