The official opening of the second phase of the resurrection of nine parcels of downtown Shreveport now known as Caddo Common Park is Nov. 12. That’s the date slated to recognize the completion of the Performance Pavilion and Misting Station on the site.

“We are on the threshold of transformation and invite the citizens of Shreveport to help us revitalize the 180 acres at the Fair Grounds,” he said. “We are going to build a new state-of-the-art facility that houses baseball, other sports and entertainment.

You may have read about the Texas small business owner last month who became so frustrated with spending enormous amounts of money, trying to find qualified workers through Facebook advertisements and job boards that he put a sign up at his business reading, “Now Hiring Non-Stupid People.

A story by CNBC.com reported the cost of turkeys is 75% higher than last year – if you can find one. Bird flu – which normally hits during colder months – was diagnosed last July. More than 47 million birds have been affected, which has resulted in a nationwide turkey shortage.

“The utmost importance,” Barclay said of selling to people who live here. “That was the number one priority. I didn’t do this the last 27 years of my life for money. Granted, my wife and I made a decent and honest living. But I never did it for the money.

nearly half a century, the Shreveport Opera Guild has presented Les Boutiques de Noel to help keep the music playing at the Shreveport Opera. They’re at it again this year. The Shreveport Convention Center will be the nexus of holiday cheer Thursday through Saturday, Nov.

This award program recognizes individuals who have achieved the highest level of professional excellence, contribute time and energy to improve quality of life for others in the community and for actively assisting others, particularly women in realizing their full leadership potential.

Kae Bell is the chief financial officer for Brentwood Hospital, a role she has performed for a decade. For more than 25 years, she has been dedicated to Brentwood Hospital's mission of providing help and hope to individuals and their families.

Each year the Business Development Connection honors area individuals during the ATHENA Leadership Awards Luncheon. One individual is selected from among the honorees to receive this prestigious award.

As autumn gets underway, leaves change colors, temperatures cool down and days get shorter. During this time of change, your home and wardrobe go through a transition as well.

If you tend to do a deep clean of your house in the fall, you’re not alone. According to a recent Harris Poll online survey commissioned by Bona – a sustainably driven supplier of floor cleaning solutions – 74% of U.S. adults like to do a comprehensive, deep clean in the fall to reset their living space.

“Hardwood floors are one of the best investments you can make in your home,” said Jen Meska, director of merchandising for LL Flooring. “Hardwood floors are a timeless home decor choice that brings warmth, luxury and comfort underfoot and are made to last generations.

Young athletes are suffering injuries at a rate 10 times more frequently than in 2000, and the trend is escalating, a world-renowned orthopedic surgeon told a full house of doctors, physical therapists, parents and athletes at the BHP YMCA on Oct. 13..

Cancer is still an unfortunate possibility for people who have never smoked or smoked very little (less than 100 cigarettes in their lifetime). Although most people with lung cancer are or were smokers, up to 20% of all lung cancers occur in those who never smoked.

NOV. 25 AND 26 AND DEC 2 AND 3, 9, 16- 18: BELIEVE! LIGHTS THE NIGHT:.

We learn that Francis is willing to experiment as well, which is evident in the triptych of square canvas works, “Queen,” “Dusk Til Dawn” and “Respect.” With each portrait he attempts the complicated tension of figuration and abstraction. These works feel like they indicate a possible new direction as well.

Debra Roberson’s exhibition, “Cane River Chronicles: Unveiled,” at Artspace prompts viewers to consider our role in helping each other thrive. Wilkerson and Roberson discuss her photography practice and the inspirations for her exhibition that explores darkness, despair and desire.

East Ridge Country Club was the locale for the 16th Annual Better Business Bureau Torch Awards..