SHREVEPORT CITY COUNCIL ELECTS OFFICERS AND APPROVES NORTH MARKET SPD SUBSTATION

The Shreveport City Council met yesterday, Tuesday Jan.14.Two major items of business were the election of council officers for the upcoming year, and resolutions on the proposed North Market Shreveport Police Department (SPD) substation.Councilwoman Tabatha Taylor was elected as the council chair.

SUSLA CHANCELLOR DR. GANTT--INEFFECTIVE LEADER OR REFORMER?

Dr. Aubrey Gantt was appointed the Chancellor of Southern University Shreveport (SUSLA) in March 2023. She is a Shreveport native and a SUSLA graduate. She began her professional education at SUSLA where she served in numerous positions.

MONDAY, JANUARY 20 IS A HISTORIC DAY FOR AMERICA WITH MLK DAY AND PRESIDENTIAL INAUGURATION

Martin Luther King Jr. Day, often referred to as MLK Day, celebrates the birthday of civil rights pioneer Martin Luther King Jr. it is a U.S. federal holiday celebrated on the third Monday of January each year and it falls on Jan.20 this year.Martin Luther Kings Jr.'s actual birthday is Jan.15.

CADDO SHERIFF WHITEHORN NAILS DOWN ANOTHER CAMPAIGN PROMISE

Henry L. Whitehorn, Sr. has been the Caddo Parish Sheriff for just over six months. He took office on July 1 of last year.In his extended campaign for this position Whitehorn emphasized that law enforcement was just one of his priorities if elected as the chief law enforcement officer of the parish.

MAYOR ARCENEAUX AND SHERIFF WHITEHORN BRING BREATH OF FRESH AIR TO THEIR JOBS

By: Prentiss Smith, Contributing ColumnistOver the past two years, Shreveport residents have experienced a refreshing shift in city leadership under Mayor Tom Arceneaux. With his extensive experience, professionalism, and genuine love for the city, Arceneaux has brought a steady hand to City Hall.

ADVANTAGES OF NORTH MARKET SHREVEPORT POLICE SUBSTATION LOCATION

At its next meeting, the Shreveport City Council can approve the construction of a Shreveport Police Department substation on property on North Market.This property was donated to the City of Shreveport by the North Shreveport Business Association.

ADVANTAGES OF NORTH MARKET SHREVEPORT POLICE SUBSTATION LOCATION

At its next meeting, the Shreveport City Council can approve the construction of a Shreveport Police Department substation on property on North Market.This property was donated to the City of Shreveport by the North Shreveport Business Association.

BEER AND LEARNING...A NEW VENTURE FOR LSUS AND NEW EXCUSE TO IMBIBE

I can hear them now--new excuses to go have a brew:1. I learn better with beer2. Good beer makes for good learning3. What I learned while having a cold one4. Tapping into knowledge with a brew5. I only went to the brewery to learn.6. LSUS and Great Raft Commonality--BEER!

SUSLA CHANCELLOR DR. GANTT--INEFFECTIVE LEADER OR REFORMER?

Dr. Aubrey Gantt was appointed the Chancellor of Southern University Shreveport (SUSLA) in March 2023. She is a Shreveport native and a SUSLA graduate. She began her professional education at SUSLA where she served in numerous positions.

EYESORES ON TEXAS AVENUE ACROSS FROM CADDO COMMON PARK ALONG WITH TEXAS STREET

Caddo Common is the one acre park on Texas Avenue adjacent to the Shreveport Regional Arts Council (SRAC) headquarters in the restored fire station complete with the neon dog and the renovated fire tower.The park features a space-age looking pavilion and other amenities.

SNAKES IN BOSSIER'S GARDEN

By: David Crockett , Contributing ColumnistBossier City Charter Commission and Assistant City Attorney Richard Ray are gaslighting the citizens of Bossier City. Ray repeats in every possible venue that the charter commission did great work with recommended changes to the 20-year-old charter.

WHAT ARE THE EXPECTATIONS FOR 2025 WITH MAYOR ARCENEAUX AND THE SHREVEPORT CITY COUNCIL?

By the time this column is read, Tom Arceneaux will be entering his third year as mayor. Thus, his term as mayor is half over.He has announced he plans to seek re-election in 2026.In last week's issue Mayor Tom has published a recap of the 2024 challenges and opportunities.

EYESORE AT 709 TEXAS IS MAJOR DISTRACTION IN BEST REMODELED DOWNTOWN BLOCK

The picture below is of the building at 709 Texas Street. The brown paper cover of the building door certainly detracts from the great window mural.But what is much, much worse are the holes in the facade above the window and the door.

DUNN'S NONACTION SINCE BUILDING ACQUISITION SPEAKS VOLUMES

By: The Shreveport SunJanuary 5, 2024Downtown Shreveport stands as a vibrant nucleus within our city, where the convergence of art, entertainment, business, and tourism gives rise to a rich cultural experience.

EYESORE AT 709 TEXAS IS MAJOR DISTRACTION IN BEST REMODELED DOWNTOWN BLOCK

The picture below is of the building at 709 Texas Street. The brown paper cover of the building door certainly detracts from the great window mural.But what is much, much worse are the holes in the facade above the window and the door.