Development

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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Businesses: New Show Me Your Badge Program

Downtown Businesses – We’re excited to share a new opportunity to help drive foot traffic and spending downtown through a program in partnership with Visit Shreveport-Bossier: “Show Me Your Badge.” This fun new program is designed to encourage visitors attending conferences, events, and group meetings to stay, dine, shop, and explore Downtown Shreveport. With thousands […]

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The New Downtown Northwest Louisiana State Office Building Takes Another Positive Step Forward 

The Downtown Development Authority (DDA) reports that the new downtown Northwest Louisiana State Office Building has taken another meaningful step forward, following actions approved at the recent board meeting of the Office Facilities Corporation (OFC). Glenn Frazier, Director of the Office of State Buildings, was granted permission to sign an Encroachment Agreement with the City […]

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Mother’s Day in Downtown Shreveport

Mother’s Day Weekend in Downtown ShreveportLooking for ways to make Mother’s Day memorable? Downtown Shreveport businesses are offering a variety of special events, dining experiences, and creative outings to help you celebrate the women who matter most. Ernest’s Orleans Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge | 1601 Spring StCelebrate with a Mother’s Day Buffet featuring a coffee […]

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Fairmont’s Grand Re-opening

Fairmont Apartments Reopens After $21M Restoration Downtown living is getting a new lease on life. The historic Fairmont Apartments, originally built in 1952, has just had a transformative $21 million renovation that blends thoughtful preservation with modern innovation. This extensive revitalization not only restores the building’s mid-century charm, but also brings essential upgrades to infrastructure, […]

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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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New Parking Options Coming to Crockett Street in Downtown Shreveport

New Parking Options Coming to Crockett Street in Downtown Shreveport Crockett Street Parking UpdateThe app-based parking is now live on Crockett Street, bringing added convenience to your downtown Shreveport visits. This area is part of the ParkMobile app parking, the official parking app used throughout downtown. All designated app-parking spaces are marked with green-painted curbs. […]

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