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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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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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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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DDA Notice

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 […]

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National Night Out Lights Up Downtown Shreveport

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 […]

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Stakeholders Gather to Discuss the Future of Downtown Shreveport

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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Downtown Businesses: Do you have a job opening?

Is your business looking for new team members? Whether your business is a restaurant, retail shop, office, or entertainment venue, we know that great employees are key to your success —and we’re here to help! The DDA is compiling a list of job openings in Downtown Shreveport to connect local businesses with job seekers. By […]

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Investing in Downtown Shreveport: Strengthening Our Community, Businesses, and Sense of Place

Why Investing in Downtown Shreveport Matters Downtown Shreveport is more than just a collection of buildings and streets—it’s the economic and cultural core that fuels the entire region. Our downtown district drives business growth, creates job opportunities, and brings people together in a way that no other area can. When we invest in Downtown Shreveport, […]

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A Visit to the Real Time Crime Center: Strengthening Safety in Downtown Shreveport

The Shreveport Downtown Development Authority (DDA) recently visited the city’s Real Time Crime Center (RTCC), a facility dedicated to enhancing public safety. The visit highlighted the ongoing collaboration between the DDA and the Shreveport Police Department (SPD) to address the concerns of businesses, residents, and visitors while ensuring Downtown Shreveport remains a safe and welcoming […]

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