ARCENEAUX'S  BLOCK BY BLOCK INITIATIVE DRAWS FIRE FROM SIX SHREVEPORT COUNCIL MEMBERS

On Monday, Shreveport Mayor Tom Arceneaux announced his Block by Block Initiative at a press conference. The Mayor's excitement was shared by many city officials and civic leaders, but not so much by six of the seven council members.

YESTERDAY A GREAT DAY FOR COMMUNITY BUILDING IN SHREVEPORT

Two different venues.Two different presenters.Two different locations.Two different audiences.One common goal--to improve the quality of life for all Shreveporters.In the morning Shreveport Mayor Tom Arceneaux announced his Block by Block Initiative to address blight in Shreveport.

MEET THE SHREVEPORT COMMUNITY LEADERS APPOINTED TO ADDRESS BLIGHT

Shreveport Mayor Tom Arceneaux kicked off his Block By Block Initiative at a press conference this morning.

DONATION BY WK HEALTH  BIG BOOST FOR ANGLIN/MYERS INITIATIVE

The Anglin/Myers Public Safety Initiative aims to bring justice to the lost lives of so many affected by gun violence in our community.The initiative provides funds for state-of-the art technology resources that are proven to reduce crime and ensure that random acts of violence can be reduced.

MAYOR ARCENEAUX'S BLOCK BY BLOCK INITIATIVE HAS REAL PROMISE

It will not be an overnight fix. But it has potential to restore Shreveport neglected neighborhoods literally block by block.The Block by Block initiative will involve community members, community organizations, and City of Shreveport departments.

SHREVEPORT FIRE AND POLICE CIVIL SERVICE BOARD SUE CITY, MAYOR AND COUNCIL

Its precedent setting, and not in a good way.The Shreveport Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Board (" Board") has filed suit against the City of Shreveport, Shreveport Mayor Tom Arceneaux and each of the seven council members this week (collectively "Shreveport").

PAVED WITH DECEIT: HOW THE CHANDLER ADMINISTRATION SPENDS TAXPAYER DOLLARS IN THE DARK

By: Wes MerriottSOBO LiveOn March 25, Councilman Brian Hammons stunned the Bossier City Council with a straightforward question: Why did Bossier City use taxpayer dollars to construct new parking lots for two private businesses—Scot's Audio and Bossier Power Equip­ment—without council knowledge or...

NO EASY ANSWER FOR BOSSIER'S NEGLECTED BOARDWALK

 Bossier is learning the challenge that Shreveport has faced--and still is grappling with--of neglected infrastructure in a highly visible area.In Shreveport it is most prevalent in the downtown area.

SHREVEPORT MODERNIZES ABO CARD SYSTEM WITH ONLINE UPGRADES, EXTENDED VALIDITY

By: Bill Sabo • Director of Economic Development • City of ShreveportThe City of Shreveport is streamlining its business licensing operations with major changes to the Alcoholic Beverage Ordinance (ABO) card application process.

SHREVEPORT ECONOMIC DIRECTOR SABO’S COMMENTS TO SHREVEPORT CHAMBER BREAKFAST

Good morning, everyone.Thank you to the Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce for inviting us to speak today—and thank you all for being such steadfast partners in moving Shreveport forward.

WHAT WILL BE IMPACT OF BAN ON ALCOHOL PERMITS IN LOUISIANA HOUSE DISTRICT 3?

State Representative Tammy Phelps have successfully passed legislation to ban NEW stores selling beer, wine and liquor in her House District 3. The ban is from August 1, 2025, through December 31, 2026.

 SHREVEPORT AND CADDO PARISH--  A POSITIVE LOOK AHEAD FOR THE REST OF 2025

Depending on who is talking and who is listening, 2025 can be considered a good year for the City of Shreveport and Caddo Parish, at least so far. Critics can say the opposite.

WHAT WILL BE THE FUTURE OF BOSSIER CITY WITH NEW COUNCIL AFTER JULY 1?

July 1 will be historic for Bossier City. That's the date that the new terms begin for the mayor and the seven city council members.Tommy Chandler will begin his second term. He was reelected without opposition. Council members Chris Smith, Brian Hammons and Vince Maggio also start a second term.

UPCOMING AUCTION OF OLD ARKLA GAS BUILDING--WILL IT SEND A MESSAGE ON DOWNTOWN SHREVEPORT?

The old CenterPoint Energy building, known to many as the Arkla Gas building, on the corner of Milam and McNeil Street in downtown Shreveport is up for auction. The 14-story office building at 525 Milam Street is currently listed online for an auction starting on July 7, 2025.

MANY QUESTIONS BEING RAISED ON PROPOSED STATE FUNDING OF HUMOR AND HARMONY FESTIVAL

The Louisiana House of Representatives just passed Senate Bill 201 which provides for state funding of up to $250,000 for  certain events that would benefit tourism.The list of events  includes the Super Bowl, the Bayou Classic, an Olympic event, the Final Four and regional events.