STATE-OF-THE-CITY ADDRESS SHINES SPOTLIGHT ON GROWTH IN POPULATION, MIDDLE-CLASS JOBS.

During the recent State of Bossier Address, sponsored by Gibsland Bank & Trust, a sold-out crowd at Hilton Garden Inn heard what would turn out to be an overwhelming theme from three speakers – Dr.

Months ago when Donald Trump came down those golden escalators at his famous Trump Tower In New York City to announce he was running for president, I snickered. There’s no way the billionaire and reality television star can win the Republican nomination, I thought, with so many creditable and political savvy candidates vying for the political plum.

Years later, Blount gave his life to Christ. “The Lord told me, ‘I sent you to Atlanta to set you among the pharaohs of fitness so you would have a knowledge way beyond many people, and I could bring you back to Louisiana to set my people free,’” he said.

Held annually in Shreveport and produced by Robert “Super-Mann” Blount, Fit for Life, in its 13th year, promotes health and fitness for everyone with family-friendly events that focus on improving overall quality of life.

Dubai decided seven years ago that, while they will go after some of the larger high-profile sporting events because they have the venues and the budget, they will focus and compete most aggressively on world championship events such as hot air...

In today’s digital age, it’s more important than ever to pay attention to your online reputation. Just like your home or office, your online presence needs a spring cleaning to get rid of old unwanted items, brush the dust off what’s valuable and make sure there are no surprises lurking in places you don’t see every day.

Jorge and Nancy Negron of JNN Consulting Inc. opened their franchise of Fish Window Cleaning in October of 2015. They’ve been busy ever since. Covering all of Shreveport, Bossier, Haughton, Minden, Arcadia and Ruston, Fish Window Cleaning is willing to go the extra mile for their clients and their services.

McWilliams’ observation at last Tuesday’s Bossier City Council meeting comes as more and more police departments are adopting the use of police body cameras as a way to document police interactions with folks they stop or question – providing generally indisputable documentation of those actions.

I know many of you are angry and feeling frustrated. So many of you are grieving the loss of the America you grew up in, and the erosion of the fundamental values that provided us all with a sense of security, identity and purpose as proud Americans. No, we didn’t always agree, but at least we felt like we could make a difference.

First, let me remind you of a distinction between two kinds of work: ongoing work and new initiative work. Ongoing work is the work in the functions, processes, geographies and corporate headquarters that keeps the bills paid and the lights turned on. New initiative work is work around brand new, big, strategic initiatives.

Maintaining stable prices is one of the three pillars of US monetary policy. Although commonly associated with inflation, price stability also seeks to manage lowflation, or worse deflation, which is just as disruptive to a growing economy. Measuring the Impact of Falling Prices.

O’Dell, 89, agreed to the move, provided she could bring her piano. When movers asked where she wanted it, she said, “Put it in front of the stove because I’m not going to cook anymore.” Since then, Nelva has had a change of heart – she loves her new living arrangements.

Dr. Cefalu often treats an annoying problem that increases in aging – frequent urination, which he said is usually caused by an enlarged prostate in men and an overactive bladder in women. After an individual evaluation, “medical management with a variety of medicines is the first step” in helping patients with bladder control issues.

There are several issues that a man entering his middle age may need addressed by a genitourinary specialist. These include prostate enlargement/urinary issues and cancer screening. Kidney stones are always a bother at any age, and many men may still have use of a vasectomy in these years.

Recognizing healthcare concerns as we mature can be an eye-opening experience, but we do need to realize our bodies are constantly changing, and it is important to be aware of these changes. With so many possibilities for learning and research available to us today, we should have no excuses for not staying current with our health-care concerns.

So, you have always been moderately active, you play golf or tennis one to two times a week, walk or jog daily, but recently you have started to experience joint pain … particularly in your hip. Your fairly regular exercise regime is falling short on your list of daily, even weekly, activities due to increasing hip pain.

While rheumatoid arthritis affects everyone differently, the following joint symptoms are clues to RA: -Joint pain, tenderness, swelling or stiffness for six weeks or longer, -Morning stiffness for 30 minutes or longer, -More than one joint is...

Yes, I get to hear this familiar statement every day. Truth is, there are countless reasons why this complaint occurs. I don’t have enough space to go through everything, but I can give you an overview of the most common causes of vision loss in different adult age groups.

Many things change as we grow older – from physical health, retirement and career changes, social life and even mental health. While there is much focus on treating the changes in our bodies as we age by adapting physical activity and diet, many may overlook the changing needs of mental health through different phases of life.

Here’s a riddle: “What is shifting around, wearing out and turning slightly dingy?” It’s not that old pair of jeans you just can’t throw out – it’s your teeth as you grow older. But, take heart, people are keeping more of their teeth, and those teeth look better thanks to diligent care and implants.

Tuesday through Thursday. 6 to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Drew Ley, Tuesdays and Fridays; Winston Hall, Wednesdays; Winston Hall & Chris Allen “Jazz Night,” Thursdays. 2151 Airline Drive, Bossier City. AGAVE:.

Shreveport-Bossier City may be just minutes from the Texas state line but make no mistake! This is Louisiana, where people like to celebrate with all the senses. Visitors can experience those sights, sounds, tastes, smells and even touch a live crawfish this Memorial Day weekend at Mudbug Madness.

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“Patrons love being able to come to one location, enjoy drinks and casual conversation, musical entertainment and an evening of live theater,” said Paul H. Moore, artistic director for Cabaret Dinner Theatre.

Chocolate and Champagne:.