MOODY'S BRINGS MORE BAD NEWS  WITH ANOTHER BOND DOWNGRADE

Settle Talk reported yesterday that Moody's had downgraded Shreveport’s general obligation bonds from Baa2 to Baa3. This downgraded rating is still considered to be “investment grade.” This downgrade may not increase the interest rate for future bond sales.

SANTA WILL NOT BE BRINGING A PERMANENT G UNIT DOME FOR USE IN 2026

The erection of a G Unit fence around the downtown block owned by Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson has started the usual mainstream media chatter unfounded by facts. This temporary fence does NOT mean Jackson has committed to building a permanent dome on this property.

ALTERMATIVE POLICE RESPONSE AGENTS CAN ASSIST WITH SPD OFFICER SHORTAGE

The shortage of gun toting Shreveport Police officers is a long-playing broken record. Without tackling this gordian knot, one solution to help is to contract a private company for alternative police response services.

BAD TURKEY ARRIVES FOR THANKSGIVING--MOODY’S DOWNGRADES SHREVEPORT BOND RATING

There are turkeys and then there are turkeys.At this time of year everyone wants the “good” turkeys. These are the ones roasted for Thanksgiving dinner.And then they are the bad turkeys. Bad turkeys are never appreciated, especially around holidays.

SPOA REBUTTS  ARCENEAUX ADMINISTRATION NOV. 24 RESPONSE

Shreveport Police Officers Associationby Michael E. Carter, Ph.D.We as a city should be thankful that the administration can stop their daily routine to respond to open letters.

NOVEMBER 21ST SHREVEPORT POLICE DEPARTMENT CRIME REPORT

Shreveport Police Chief Wayne Smith gave his monthly crime report on Friday, November 21. 1.  38 year to date homicides, compared to 46 years to date in 2024, and 77 year to date in 2023. 2.  1842 shots fired year to date, compared to 2280 year to date in 2024, and 2622 in 2023 year to date. 3.

WHAT WILL BE LOCAL IMPACT OF HUD POLICY CHANGE ON FORMERLY HOMELESS

The Advocate has reported that a new federal policy could spur widespread evictions of formerly homeless people across the state.

Amazon Workforce Data Shows North Shreveport Emerging as a Retail Growth Engine

Bill SaboShreveport Director of Economic DevelopementNew workforce data from Retail Strategies, a Birmingham-based consulting firm, shows that Amazon’s North Shreveport distribution center is driving significant local economic activity and strengthening the area’s position as a priority corridor...

CITIZENS POLICE ACADEMY IS AN EDUCTIONAL TRIUMPH

For some unfortunate reason it has become fashionable to criticize law enforcement officers when they are performing their sworn duty to protect and serve law abiding citizens.

Arceneaux Administration Response to Capt. Carter's Letter

Captain Carter ignores the fact that SPD pay was increased in 2024. In addition, pay supplements based on education, firearms proficiency and physical fitness were increased or newly-authorized, as were generous hiring incentive payments for new recruits and lateral transfers.

Letter to the Editor

Letter to the Editor Shreveport Police Officers Association by Michael E. Carter, Ph.D. The lack of leadership at Shreveport City Hall has prevailed once again. Only a few weeks ago the City’s CAO, Tom Dark, confidently stated in the local media that there would be no employee pay raises in 2026.

A Thanksgiving Reflection

Royal Alexander  As Thanksgiving approaches, it may benefit us to take a deep breath and realize that although this past year was at times difficult, we have made it.  We have persevered through another year and that is commendable, in and of itself.

EXPERIENCES FROM RINGING THE SALVATION ARMY BELL

The Christmas elf has made three local appearances ringing the Salvation Army Bell. The first was at Forbing Kroger. The second at Super Walmart on Airline. The last was Shreveport’s Government Plaza. Each bell ringing session provided many surprises and good memories.

POLITICS AND PAY RAISES MAKE FOR GREAT CAMPAIGN BOASTS  AND LEGACIES

It’s like peanut butter and jelly, mom and apple pie, and ham and cheese, -- they just go together.

Tomorrow: Final 2025 Rally (MLK @ David Rains)

Tomorrow, You Have A Chance to Make A Difference.