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🐝 More Construction Announced For Shreveport-Bossier

🐝 More Construction Announced For Shreveport-Bossier

Ordavion Charleston
January 30, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 10 minutes

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In today’s Shreveport Buzz:

Tastings with RNDC and Great Raft 🍺
Second Line Umbrella Decorating Party 🎨
North DeSoto Football Banquet: Celebrating a Season of Success! 🎉

— Ordavion Charleston

A MESSAGE FROM YARD SIGNS

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THE DIGEST

🌉 Jimmie Davis Bridge Project Reaches Another Milestone

Progress continues! The long-awaited Jimmie Davis Bridge project has hit another major milestone, bringing the region one step closer to improved infrastructure and safer travel. Stay tuned for updates! 🚧 Click Here

🍎 Over a Dozen Shreveport-Bossier Educators Gifted $1,000 Grants

Big surprises for local teachers! More than a dozen educators in Shreveport-Bossier received $1,000 grants through the Radiance Technologies Extra Yard for Teachers initiative, recognizing their hard work and dedication to students. 👏 Click Here

🚦 South Pointe Parkway Intersection to Close for Six Weeks

Heads up, drivers! The South Pointe Parkway intersection will be closed for approximately six weeks for construction and improvements. Plan alternative routes to avoid delays! 🛑 Click Here

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WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE CITY?

🎭 Second Line Umbrella Decorating Party 🎨

Get into the spirit of New Orleans by creating your own festive Second Line umbrella! Whether you're prepping for Mardi Gras or just love a creative night out, this event is for you.

📅 Date: January 30, 2025
📍 Location: Shreveport, LA
🎨 Ready to craft? Get all the details for Second Line Umbrella and bring your flair to the party.

🍷 Tastings with RNDC and Great Raft 🍺

Sip and sample a curated selection of wines and craft beers in this exclusive tasting experience with RNDC and Great Raft Brewing.

📅 Date: January 30, 2025
📍 Location: Shreveport, LA
🍺 Ready to taste? Get all the details for Tastings with RNDC & Great Raft and enjoy a flavor-filled evening.

🏈 North DeSoto Football Banquet: Celebrating a Season of Success! 🎉

Come honor the hard work and achievements of North DeSoto’s football team in a night filled with awards, memories, and team spirit.

📅 Date: January 30, 2025
📍 Location: Shreveport, LA
🎉 Ready to celebrate? Get all the details for the North DeSoto Football Banquet and show your support.

🎯 Marilynn’s Place Trivia Night: Test Your Smarts! 🧠

Think you’ve got what it takes to be crowned trivia champion? Bring your A-game and join Know-It-All Trivia for a fun and competitive night at Marilynn’s Place.

📅 Date: January 30, 2025 (Every Thursday @ 6:30 PM)
📍 Location: 4041 Fern Ave, Shreveport, LA
🧠 Ready to win? Get all the details for Marilynn’s Place Trivia Night and prove your knowledge!

🔍 Big Dick’s Trivia at Lowe-McFarlane Post No. 14 🎲

Gather your smartest (or funniest) friends and test your trivia skills! Compete in 3 rounds for amazing prizes, free drinks, and ultimate bragging rights.

📅 Date: January 30, 2025 (Last Thursday of every month @ 7 PM)
📍 Location: 5315 S. Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA
🎲 Ready to dominate trivia night? Get all the details for Big Dick’s Trivia and join the fun!

🤸 Centenary College Ladies Gymnastics Meet vs. Greenville University 🏅

Watch Centenary College’s gymnastics team take on Greenville University in an action-packed meet! Whether you're a gymnastics fan or just love a good competition, don’t miss this event.

📅 Date: January 31, 2025
📍 Location: Shreveport, LA
🏆 Ready to cheer? Get all the details for the Centenary College Gymnastics Meet and support these talented athletes!

🎬 Reel Progress: Exploring MLK’s Vision for Equality & Economic Growth 📽️

A powerful film event discussing Martin Luther King Jr.'s impact on economic equity and social justice. Engage in meaningful conversations and reflections on his enduring legacy.

📅 Date: January 31, 2025
📍 Location: Shreveport, LA
📽️ Ready to reflect? Get all the details for Reel Progress: MLK’s Vision and be part of the discussion.

🏒 Shreveport Mudbugs vs. Colorado Grit Hockey: Mardi Gras Weekend 🎭

The Mudbugs take on the Colorado Grit in an intense showdown on the ice—Mardi Gras style! Come dressed in your festive gear and get ready for a thrilling game.

📅 Date: January 31, 2025
📍 Location: Shreveport, LA
🎭 Ready for hockey and Mardi Gras vibes? Get all the details for Mudbugs vs. Colorado Grit and catch all the action.

⛳ Southern Golf Institute Workshop 🏌️‍♂️

Sharpen your skills at this exclusive golf workshop led by the pros at Southern Golf Institute! Perfect your swing, learn new techniques, and elevate your game.

📅 Date: January 31, 2025
📍 Location: Shreveport, LA
🏌️ Ready to tee up? Get all the details for the Southern Golf Institute Workshop and take your game to the next level.

⚾ Byrd Baseball Buzz Bash: Baseball on the Bayou 🌟

Join Byrd Baseball for a grand slam night of fun, food, and baseball spirit! A great event for players, fans, and families alike.

📅 Date: January 31, 2025
📍 Location: Shreveport, LA
⚾ Ready to celebrate? Get all the details for the Byrd Baseball Buzz Bash and enjoy a night dedicated to the sport.

🎨 Mardi Gras Paint Party with Art by Sarah-Katherine Semon 🎭

Celebrate Mardi Gras creatively with a festive paint party! Snacks, drinks, and a VIP Shopping Card for Jolie Blonde Gifts included!

📅 Date: January 31, 2025
📍 Location: 9210 Wallace Lake Rd, Shreveport, LA
🎭 Ready to paint? Get all the details for the Mardi Gras Paint Party and join the fun.

🍷 Prayers in Pot at On Cloud Wine Winery ✨

Enjoy a night of wine and relaxation with Prayers in Pot! Perfect for a laid-back Friday evening with good company.

📅 Date: January 31, 2025
📍 Location: On Cloud Wine Winery, Shreveport, LA
🍷 Ready to sip & relax? Get all the details for Prayers in Pot and make it a cozy night out.

CIVIL INSIGHT

🏠 Adjudicated Property Sale

The next opening of sealed bids for adjudicated properties is scheduled for Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at 9:30 AM.

Location:

Government Plaza, 1st Floor
Address: 505 Travis Street, Shreveport, LA 71101

Important Details:

All bids must be submitted by 9:30 AM on the day of the opening.
Bids can be mailed or hand-delivered to:
Parish of Caddo
Attn: Adjudicated Property
505 Travis Street, Suite 820
Shreveport, Louisiana 71101
Please read the Bid Instructions before submitting a bid.
Fill out the Intent to Bid Form and include it inside the envelope with your bid.

For more details, click here.

— 505 Travis Street, Shreveport, LA..

🏛️ Architectural and Engineering (A/E) Selection Committee Meeting

The City of Shreveport's Architectural and Engineering Selection Committee will convene on Thursday, January 30, 2025, at 10:00 AM.

Agenda Highlights:

Roll Call
Public Comments
Discussion on Automated A/E Report
Approval of August 6, 2024, Meeting Minutes
Election of Chairman
Executive Session to review proposals for:
- University Park Subdivision Roadway and Drainage Improvements (RFS 24-704)
- Linwood Avenue Bridge Rehabilitation Design (RFS 24-705)
- Quail Ridge Bridge Rehabilitation Design (RFS 24-706)
Submittal Discussion and Selection

The meeting will be held in the City Council Chambers, 1st Floor of Government Plaza, located at 505 Travis Street, Shreveport, LA 71101.

WEATHER

Thursday

73 🌡️ 49 | 🌩️ | 96% 🥵 | 💨 ESE 14 mph

Note: Brief morning showers, cloudy, windy, and warmer; afternoon thunderstorms, some severe; storms can bring flooding downpours, hail, damaging wind gusts, and an isolated tornado.

Severe Weather Alert: A significant winter storm is expected to impact the Southeast and Gulf Coast regions, bringing severe weather conditions.

Friday

65 🌡️ 40 | 🌤️ | 60% 🥵 | 💨 ESE 6 mph

Note: Partly sunny, breezy, and less humid.

EXTRA SPRINKLES

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📢 Need Yard Announcements?

Make your special occasions stand out with Shreveport Yard Announcement Rental! Our eye-catching yard signs are perfect for celebrating birthdays, graduations, and other milestones. Each sign is designed to add a personal touch and make your message unforgettable. Ready to order your custom yard announcement? Contact us at OUR WEBSITE and let us help you create a memorable display for your event!

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