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And Then There is This

The Shreveport Regional Arts Council is hosting its free monthly outdoor light show at the Bakowski Bridge of Lights…Glo Fest!  The event will feature live music, arts markets, a kids area, food truck court, street performances, and more!   Photo Credit: Shreveport Regional Arts Council  

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And There’s More in the Park: Jazz is Coming

“The Shreveport Regional Jazz Ensemble will present Big Band Jazz at Caddo Common Park on June 6th at 5:30 pm and June 9th at 1 pm.  Who doesn’t like listening to live jazz.  How would jazz be described?  Brainley.com says jazz is “an American style of music, evolved from various musical styles that makes use […]

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Spring and Summertime: Festivals and Events

Downtown Shreveport is home to numerous festivals and events, and this time of year brings lots of fun and festivities to the City Center.  June 15 th from 1 pm – 4 pm, the New Dimensions Choral Society will be performing in Caddo Common Park.  Don’t’ miss this amazing performance at the park which will […]

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What About Parking – Yard Parking

Can I get a ticket for parking in my own yard? If you are not parked in a permanent parking area, the answer is yes.  According to the City Ordinance, a permanent parking area must meet certain criteria.  A permanent parking area should be Asphalt, concrete or other hard surface made of dustless materials, or […]

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Downtown Shreveport Artwalk

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Bar Hours Legislation To Be Withdrawn

At this week’s Shreveport City Council meeting, Councilman Gary Brooks’ introduction of proposed Ordinance 58 to amend the hours of operation for bars in Shreveport had bar owners pleading against the legislation saying it would negatively affect their businesses and employees. On behalf of Councilman Brooks, the City Council released the following statement: Councilman Gary […]

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2024 is a Reassessment Year – What Does That Mean?

Every four years state Assessors have to reassess real properties.  The properties are reviewed to determine the current value.  That review, or assessment, will occur in 2024.  Why?  Because when market value changes, the assessed value of the property also changes.  Adding a pool, pool house, or garage, etc. can increase the value of your […]

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