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redriverparishjournal.com
This & That…Monday, October 5, 2026
A new business is opening its doors in Coushatta! Beard’s Heavy Duty Truck Parts will officially open Monday, October 5, offering heavy-duty truck parts and knowledgeable local service. The business plans to begin installing hydraulic equipment on October 16, followed by the addition of hydraulic hose services on October 19, including hoses made locally in Coushatta. For more information, call 318-408-4019 or visit beardshdtp.com.
Gonzales Weekly Citizen
Not just king cakes: Iconic Louisiana bakery expands in Shreveport
Lilah's Bakery in Shreveport has expanded to become a year-round business. The expansion allows the bakery to retain its seasonal employees throughout the year. In addition to its famous king cakes, the bakery now offers cookies, brownies, and dessert bars. Lilah's Bakery is now open from 11 a.m. to 3...
redriverparishjournal.com
More than a pharmacy: Mabile’s Corner Pharmacy celebrates 25 years of caring for a community
For 25 years, Mabile’s Corner Pharmacy has been much more than a place to fill a prescription. It has been a familiar face, a helping hand, a source of encouragement and, for many, a place that simply feels like family. Today, Ray and Connie Mabile celebrate 25 years of...
KTBS
Small business leaders pull together to make a big impact in Shreveport, Bossier City
SHREVEPORT, La. - Networking was front and center Wednesday morning when KTBS 3/KPXJ CW 21 hosted the weekly meetup for Shreveport-Bossier’s Business Exchange, Inc. (BEI). The gathering wrapped up a series on KTBS 3 First News, where local BEI members shared how they have tackled recent business challenges. On this day, business leaders and station staff gathered in the studio to connect in person.
bossierpress.com
Bonvenu Bank Announces Leadership Changes to Board of Directors
Bonvenu Bank today announced changes to its executive leadership and Board of Directors designed to position the bank for continued growth and success across Louisiana. Jason Smith, who currently serves as President and Chief Executive Officer of Bonvenu Bank, will continue as Chief Executive Officer. James “Jim” Hudson, currently Southeast Louisiana Area President for Bonvenu, has been named President of the bank and appointed to its Board of Directors. Mark E. Porter, a current member of the Board of Directors and longtime Shreveport business and community leader, will become Chairman of the Board.
KTBS
Blanchard boil advisory lifted
BLANCHARD, La. — Officials have issued a precautionary boil advisory for select customers served by the Blanchard Water System following a main line break at the intersection of Chickamauga Trail and Fairway View. Utility Supervisor Perry Fuller said repair work caused temporary service interruptions, prompting the advisory. The boil...
bossierpress.com
LSU Health Shreveport Earns Full AAALAC Accreditation, Bringing Total to 41 Years
LSU Health Shreveport has received continued Full Accreditation from the Association for Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care, AAALAC International, extending more than four decades of continuous accreditation and affirming the institution’s commitment to the highest standards of animal care and use in biomedical research. LSU Health Shreveport...
bizneworleans.com
27-Year-Old CFO Helps Lead Hargrove Roofing
SHREVEPORT, LA — At 27, Anna Cox leads the financial operations of Hargrove Roofing & Construction, a Shreveport-based roofing company with more than $70 million in annual revenue and operations across five states, including a recently established presence in the Greater New Orleans market. Cox serves as chief financial...
tradeandindustrydev.com
LA: Shreveport-Built Frymaster to Expand in Caddo Parish, Creating 113 New Jobs
Frymaster LLC announced it will invest $11.5 million to expand its operations in Caddo Parish, building on the global foodservice equipment manufacturer’s more than 90-year history in Louisiana with new capacity for future production and product development. The company is expected to create 47 direct new jobs, while retaining...
natchitochesparishjournal.com
Say hello to Tamera Mackey
Say hello to Tamera Mackey, Loan Processor at BOM Bank’s Operations location! Tamera is from Arcadia, LA, and graduated from Arcadia High School. Afterwards, she attended Northwestern State University, where she earned her bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance. Outside of work, Tamera loves making memories with her son, Jrue, and spending quality time with her family and friends. She also enjoys shopping, discovering new restaurants, and enjoying a good meal with the people she loves! We’re so happy to have Tamera as part of the BOM Bank family. Welcome to the team, Tamera!
westcentralsbest.com
Highlighting Gene Nims Builders as a local ArkLaTex business
SHREVEPORT, La. - Local business representatives from Shreveport are gathering at KTBS to connect during our Business Exchange Breakfast and Open House. Gene Nims Builders says on its website in part, "If it's built with exceptional quality, it's NIMS-BILT. Happy clients - they are, ultimately, what matters most to the Gene Nims Builders, Inc. team and what we make a personal commitment to achieve every day. You'll find our portfolio is full of happy, repeat clients since our company's founding over 25 years ago."
westcentralsbest.com
KTBS features local Edward Jones Investments financial advisor as a local ArkLaTex business
SHREVEPORT, La. - Local business representatives from Shreveport are gathering at KTBS to connect during our Business Exchange Breakfast and Open House. KTBS talked with Amy Hollister, local financial advisor for Edward Jones Investments about her impact on the community and how her clients are impacting the local economy. Her...
shreveportbossieradvocate.com
Local farm's butchery serves hot lunch and burgers all day in Shreveport
This "Fixin' to Eat" story is sponsored by Ochsner LSU Health. "Eat Clean, Live Dirty" is the philosophy behind this whole animal butchery in Shreveport, operated by local Sample Farm, a fourth-generation family farm owned by Emily and Scott Sample. The Chop Shop brick-and-mortar location opened in 2024, following a...
westcentralsbest.com
Dupont family speaks out after longtime fish market boat is relocated
SHREVEPORT, La. — A boat that became a familiar sight along North Market Street is now at the center of a dispute, with relatives of the late fisherman who owned the former Dupont Fish Market saying they want it back. Hunter Dupont, the grandson of Dan Dupont, said the...
bossierpress.com
The Bossier City Farmers Market is open for business this Saturday!
The 2026 Bossier City Farmers Market runs every Saturday April thru November (no breaks) 9 AM-1PM in the south parking lot of Pierre Bossier Mall. -The market has an abundance of local fresh veggies and fruits, food trucks, jams, salsa, honey, baked goods, street tacos, jellies, handmade soap, pickles, flowers, bread, pies, tamales, kettle corn, candles, Cajun cuisine, BBQ, southern comfort foods, fresh gulf shrimp and seafood, pet treats, handmade jewelry, art, crafts, shaved ice, fresh squeezed lemonade, real fruit smoothies, pizza, funnel cakes, and much more!
westcentralsbest.com
Showcasing SRP Environmental as a local ArkLaTex business
SHREVEPORT, La. - Local business representatives from Shreveport are gathering at KTBS to connect during our Business Exchange Breakfast and Open House. SRP Environmental's website says in part, "SRP Environmental specializes in providing the highest quality, ethical, and economical solutions by industry experts for the protection of human health and environmental sustainability."
KEEL Radio
Toys R Us Opening 120 Standalone Stores Before The Holiday Season
An early Christmas miracle? Toys R Us has announced plans to open 120 new standalone retail locations across the United States. With the stated intent to have them open ahead of the holiday season. The company aims to eventually expand its total brick and mortar footprint to 160 operational stores nationwide...but they want to get the first batch up and running quick.