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40 UNDER 40 GALA
Each year 40 young professionals under the age of 40 are honored by the Northwest Louisiana Young Professionals Initiative (YPI) for their accomplishments and professional achievements as outstanding members of the Shreveport-Bossier community. This year the 11th annual 40 under 40 Gala took place on Saturday, Dec.

WALK-ON’S INDEPENDENCE BOWL PREVIEW
Want to see the players up close and personal, competing in a game other than football? Check. Wish there was a Mardi Grasthemed parade without having to wait for Mardi Gras season? Check. Feel like singing and swaying to the music at an outdoor concert? Check.

SCI-PORT SNEEK PEEK
Mark Crawford, board member for Sci-Port, hopes the community will get involved and participate. “This is the third year for the event, and I have attended each year,” Crawford said. “It’s always been a fun party and a great fund-raiser for Sci-Port.”.

DOWNTOWN SHREVEPORT
The new Shreveport Aquarium, a place for marine life, education and inspiration has brought lift to the old Barnwell Center. It has become a popular event venue, and the aquarium restaurant, SALT, arguably has the best views in town.

SPORTING COMPETITIONS INCREASING IN SB
In my 17 years in the tourism industry locally, the last three years have been rough with declining tourism revenues. Halfway through this year, however, we started seeing moderate increases, and we will end 2017 with a healthy increase in revenues generated by tourism, and 2018 looks even brighter.

THE UPS AND DOWNS OF BECOMING A MIDDLE SCHOOLER
It’s that time again; a new school year is under way. While excitement and anticipation are in the air, anxiety may be lurking around, too. Adapting and transitioning from elementary school to middle school brings great stress on some middle schoolers.

REQUIRED MINIMUM DISTRIBUTIONS
One that the government makes for you is requiring that you withdraw at least some of your funds annually, depending on your age and the account type. This is known as a required minimum distribution, or RMD, and it must be taken from your retirement accounts (other than Roth IRAs) by Dec.

Santa Calls
Jolly old St. Nick has been spending time in Shreveport- Bossier and has even been spotted shopping! Your best shot for your holiday magic? Book a visit and photo with him at Retro 521 Coffee, Cafe and Venue in Bossier at the newly completed East Bank District.

RELIGION AND POLITICS
What is the Johnson Amendment? The Johnson Amendment is a provision in the U.S. tax code since 1954 that prohibits all 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations from endorsing or opposing political candidates. They are the most common type of non-profit organizations in the United States, ranging from churches to charitable foundations to universities.

Good Grief, Charlie Brown!
In December 1965, nearly 15 million viewers, or one-half of the television viewing audience, tuned in to watch “A Charlie Brown Christmas.” It has become the longest-running cartoon special in history, but it almost was canceled before it ever was aired.

CADDO JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER
In the perfect world, Caddo Parish would construct three more pods. Not only would this increase capacity, but it would also allow for more segregation of the 17-year-old population from the other detainees. And with pods for juveniles 16 years old or younger, only one pod leader will be needed for staffing.

CATARACTS IN CHILDREN
If a child is born with cataracts, it is called a congenital cataract. If it occurs after birth, it is called an infantile cataract. If it occurs even later, it is called a juvenile cataract. Whatever the time that it occurs, it must be identified and treated.

HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS
The phrase “home for the holidays” usually evokes happy memories from past occasions when extended families gathered around a table to share great food and stories. We reflect on a time when we were younger and our parents were strong and healthy, watching over us and protecting us from the world.

VITAMIN D
Vitamin D has been a polarizing topic for the past several years in health care. Deficiency of vitamin D is considered the most common nutritional deficiency worldwide. Until recently, most of our focus was on vitamin D deficiency in infants and women during pregnancy.

HealtHy Holiday tips
The average American gains about one to two pounds during the holidays. Even scarier, the less dramatic the weight gain, the more likely it is to stay and accumulate long-term. Holidays are meant to be enjoyed, but most people overdo it with the copious amounts of food eaten over several days.

at HOME
MAKING AN ENTRANCE.

Deck the halls … safely
The holiday season brings a subtle feeling of urgency among us all. Whether it’s shopping, finding the perfect dress for the seemingly bajillion parties, cleaning up the house to host friends and family, or realizing it’s Dec. 15 and you’re still without a Christmas tree, there’s a lot going on before the joy Christmas Day brings.

Make it a WOW MOMENT
When we first saw the stunning photographs the Shreveport Aquarium shared on social media showcasing images from a recent marketing promo-shoot, we were dazzled. But, no surprise there, as Britt Elizabeth Photography was the talent behind these elegant poses.

TALK OF THE TOWN
THROUGH JAN. 31: BOSSIER PARISH STUDENT ART SHOW “EMERGING EXPRESSION.”.

Come As You Are
Artist Vanicka Terhune diligently works on an abstract painting in her studio. The piece isn’t quite turning out the way she wants it to, so she decides to splash paint in two different areas on the canvas. Suddenly, she sees a face emerge from her painting.

METROPOLITAN CONCERT BAND
Kevin Wolfe, current president of the board of directors for the Shreveport Metropolitan Concert Band at LSUS, loves his job and would hate to see the band disperse. “I love working with the band to bring great music to the community through volunteer musicians,” Wolfe said.

Bistro Byronz
A casual yet slightly upscale atmosphere, with a newly remodeled intimate patio, perfect for outdoor dining. It’s also a great spot to dine while watching your favorite sporting event, as TVs are located throughout the dining rooms..

on the SCENE
On Nov. 16, the local office of the Better Business Bureau hosted their 13th Annual Torch Awards.