CURTIS “50 Cent” JACKSON HAS APPLIED FOR VARIANCE FOR G-DOME

Next Wednesday, Jan. 21, the Shreveport Zoning Board of Appeals will determine a request for a variance for the construction of the proposed G-Dome. The meeting is at the Government Plaza chambers, and it starts at 3 p.m.Here is the application filed by Shreveport architect Kevin Bryan.

GAGE-WATTS KICKS OFF MAYORAL CAMPAIGN—HERE’S THE POOP

Caddo Commissioner Stormy Gage-Watts is termed out of the Commission this year and cannot seek re-election to the Commission. She now wants to be Shreveport’s next mayor She previously issued a press release announcing her candidacy.

Caddo Lake Withdrawals/ Data Center Questions

 By Tyler J. Gordon, MayorVillage of MooringsportSome very serious questions need to be answered! If these issues are not properly studied and addressed, they could lead to long-term harm to the internationally protected wetlands of Caddo Lake.

MAYOR TOM OUTLINES PROGRESS MADE IN 2025

Shreveport Mayor Tom Arcneneuax addressed the North Shreveport Business Association today (Tues.) He outlined the progress his Administration accomplished in 2025. Here are the highlights of his comments: 1.

CITY OF SHREVEPORT HAS STARTED WORK ON MILLENNIUM STUDIOS DRAINAGE

In September of last year, major flooding occurred at Millennium Studios aka G-Unit Film & Television Studios. The flooding, after a torrential rainfall, rendered the buildings inoperable for the utilization by G-Unit.

FIRST TAKE: LED AGREEMENT WITH CURTIS “50 Cent” JACKSON BASIC PARAMETERS

 The Louisiana Economic Development department has entered into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement (CEA) with Curtis “50 Cent”  Jackson that could pay up to $50 million to Jackson.Here are some important details:1.      LED will REIMBURSE Jackson approximately $1 for every $2.

Rep Jackson: When Accountability Loses Proportionality

By Representative Steven JacksonRecently, I appeared before the Louisiana Board of Ethics regarding an ongoing campaign finance and personal financial disclosure matters from 2023. I have worked with the Ethics Administration, when staff has been willing, to correct the filings at issue.

WHAT WILL BE IMPACT ON CADDO LAKE IF BLANCHARD SELLS WATER TO DATA CENTER

Here is what IS known: 1.  The Town of Blanchard has a permit from the Louisiana Department of Health (LDH)  to withdraw 5 million gallons of water per day from Caddo Lake  2.  Blanchard sells water to Oil City, Belcher, Dixie, Gilliam, and Mooringsport and supplies water to  Blanchard customers  3.

Louisiana Ethics Board Keeps Most Finance Reporting Fines In Place For State Rep. Steven Jackson

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THANKFULLY THE CADDO COMMISSION KICKED EPPERSON TO THE PRESIDENTIAL CURB

Caddo Commissioner Ken Epperson served as the Commission vice president for 2025. It has been the Commission’s custom to elevate the VP to the president’s seat. That did NOT happen yesterday when the Caddo Commission elected Greg Young as the 2026 president.

CITY JUDGE SHEVEA SIMS SHOULD BE CHALLENGED IN FALL ELECTIONS

How long Shreveport City Judge Sheva Sims will be suspended from the bench by the Louisiana Supreme Court is a question that should be answered in February, if not sooner. The Louisiana Judiciary Commission recommended a one-year suspension without pay.

FOUR VACANCIES COMING UP ON CADDO SCHOOL BOARD

The elections for the 2027-2030  Caddo school board terms will be this fall.

THREE QUESTIONS FOR GAGE-WATTS AT HER MAYORAL CAMPAIGN PRESS CONFERENCE

 Stormy Gage-Watts has scheduled a press conference on Jan.13 for her “official announcement” of her Shreveport mayoral campaign. The event will be at 5:30 pm at the Hilton.Gage-Watts' term as Commission president ends at today’s meeting of the commission when new officers are elected.

WHO WORKS FOR THE CADDO SHERIFF AND WHAT THEY PAID

Find out in the new issue of The Inquisitor which will be in newsstands tomorrow (Friday). A full list of Caddo Sheriff employees with job titles and salaries is in this issue. This information will NOT be posted on Settle Talk.

BOSSIER CITY COUNCIL’S FIRST MEETING IN CITY COURTROOM SUCCESSFUL

The city council chambers at Bossier City Hall are currently undergoing a much needed upgrading and remodeling. This effort is expected to be completed by June of this year at an approximate cost of $700 thousand dollars. The council had budgeted $900 thousand for this project.