Responding to Hurricanes Helene and Milton
Hurricane Helene, fueled by record-warm waters in the Gulf of Mexico, made landfall in Florida as a Category 4 storm on September 26, 2024.With sustained winds of 140 mph, Helene caused significant damage, impacting millions of residents and businesses. In Florida,...
Spotlight on Hodge Roofing: Strengthening Communities Across the South Through Craftsmanship and Care
Hodge Roofing, located in Shreveport, LA, stands as a testament to family values, faith, and unparalleled craftsmanship in the roofing industry. This family-owned, faith-driven business has been serving the roofing needs of residential, multifamily, and commercial customers since 2011
SCI-PORT ANNOUNCES MAJOR UPGRADES TOSWEPCO BRIGHT IDEAS DEMONSTRATION THEATER
Shreveport, Louisiana, October 17, 2024 — Sci-Port Discovery Center is proud to announce significant upgrades to its SWEPCO Bright Ideas Demonstration Theater, thanks to the vital contributions of key partners. These improvements mark an exciting new chapter for the...
GREATER SHREVEPORT CHAMBER ANNOUNCES 2024 “WHY THE HOLE NOT?” CHAMBER GOLF OPEN CHAMPIONS
The Greater Shreveport Chamber hosted its annual “Why the Hole Not?” Golf Open Presented by Honeywell/UPO on Tuesday, October 1st at Querbes Park Golf Course. The day started with lunch on the links sponsored by Heard McElroy & Vestal, LLP. Afterwards 21 teams...
Spotlight on Bon Lagniappe: Handcrafted Gifts and Creative Gatherings Await
Nestled in the heart of South Highlands, Shreveport, Bon Lagniappe is a newly opened gift shop that offers carefully curated treasures with a touch of Southern charm.
Caddo Parks Earns Prestigious National Accreditation
x Pictured L to R: Cattina Williams, Asst. Director of Parks and Recreation; Patrick Wesley, Director of Parks and Recreation; Jennifer Schleining, CAPRA Accreditation Sr. Manager; Gabrielle Davis, Office Coordinator October 10, 2024 CADDO PARKS AND...
Spotlight on Holiday Lanes: Bowling and Fun for All in Bossier City and Shreveport
Since 1960, Holiday Lanes has been a beloved entertainment destination for the communities of Bossier City and Shreveport. Established by Don S. Coleman and still family-owned, Holiday Lanes has grown from a traditional bowling alley into a vibrant, multi-faceted venue offering not only bowling but also exciting dining options and entertainment for all ages.
Hurricane Recovery Options
Hurricane Recovery Resources The west coast of Florida has taken a direct hit twice in two weeks when Hurricanes Helene and Milton wreaked havoc on Florida and portions of the East Coast, causing extensive damage and widespread flooding. The powerful storms made...
Spotlight on Calumet Shreveport Refining, LLC: Powering Innovation and Industry
Located in the vibrant industrial landscape of northwest Louisiana, Calumet Shreveport Refining, LLC stands as a leader in the production of high-quality specialty hydrocarbon products. As part of the larger Calumet, Inc., this Shreveport-based facility operates 24/7, serving as a critical hub for the production of premium lubricating oils, solvents, waxes, and fuels that power industries across North America.
GREATER SHREVEPORT CHAMBER RELEASES VIDEO INTERVIEWSOF CANDIDATES FOR 6TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT
As part of its ongoing Election Education Initiative, today, the Greater Shreveport Chamber is releasing the video interviews of the candidates running for the newly created 6th Congressional District who will appear on the ballot on November 5th. As part of recent...
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Help Support Early Childhood Education with the Refundable School Readiness Tax Credit
The School Readiness Tax Credits are a package of refundable state tax credits designed to support quality child care. Some of these state tax credits are available to businesses and are NOT dependent on whether the business owes state income or corporate...
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This 3 QUESTION business technology survey will help your Chamber deliver relevant programming to you in 2025. We know that technology is rapidly changing the business environment, whether it is how you operate internally, how you connect with suppliers and...
4 Ways to Get More Sales this Small Business Season
x It doesn’t matter what kind of business you are in. People need what you make and provide. If you’re fortunate, they’ll consider you when gift-giving this holiday season, but even if you’re not in retail or food/beverage, you can still bring in holiday customers...
YOUNG PROFESSIONALS INITIATIVE NAMES2024 YOUNG PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR
x The Young Professionals Initiative of Northwest Louisiana, a program of the Greater Shreveport Chamber, is pleased to name Jonathan Wheelis as the recipient of the 2024 Young Professional of the Year Award. The award was presented at the 18th Annual 40 Under Forty...