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From Rookie to Police Chief
Wanting to be the best he could be, SPD Chief Wayne Smith achieves his destiny

Silence in Shreveport
Local leaders chose indifference in assassination aftermath

Battle Against Blight Continues
Block by Block initiative advances steadily

Strawn’s Lives Up to Iconic Status
Local eatery still deserves its legendary status

Retail Development Heading for the Port
Two new tracts of land make room for additional services

Can You Dig It?
Museum to host Archaeology Day

Provding a Fresh Start for the Homeless
Renesting Project gathers furniture through donations, and from its upcoming fundraiser

Reveling in the FUN
Fresh festival finds and an improved experience

CELEBRATE LOCAL
Supporting local businesses means investing in your community. We turn to them for exceptional services and one-of-a-kind products, but what truly sets them apart is the personal touch and genuine connection they bring.

10 Ways to Help Your Child Succeed
The transition from summer break to the school year can be exciting, but it can also be stressful. Whether your child is entering kindergarten or returning to middle school, the back-to-school shift brings changes in routine, expectations and emotions.

Mayo Clinic Partners with WK Health
The major health systems of Willis Knighton Health, Christus, Ochsner and LSU Health are dedicated to state-of-the-art technology as well as the development and recruitment of exceptional health care providers across our community.

An Edgy Benefit
Over the Edge is raising funds for affordable housing

318 TALK
THROUGH SEPT. 24: “UNNATURAL NATURE”: The East Bank Gallery: “Unnatural Nature” by Nick Furlong, a local clay sculpture artist. 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City.

on the SCENE
Amazon representatives Will Jordan, Tommy Stultz, Kelly Felix, Abhishek Gowrishankar, Will Brown, Zach Hubbard and Esmon Silas.