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Primary is over…runoffs begin October 17, 2023 This Saturday, Louisiana voters took to the polls to elect new leadership, including all statewide offices and legislative seats. In a surprising turn of events, Republican Attorney General Jeff Landry won the governor’s race outright in a contested race, joining Govs. Huey P. Long, Buddy Roemer and Bobby…

Bossier Chamber in DC Bossier Chamber and partners advocated for you in D.C. October 10, 2023 The Bossier Chamber of Commerce with partners from NW Louisiana converged upon the Nation’s Capitol in September to bring issues important to our area. The group of 14 regional leaders met with Congressional members from North Louisiana as well…

LIBERTY Campaign Legal Immigration And Border Enforcement Reform This Year October 10, 2023 Dear LIBERTY Campaign Members, We hope you’re having a good week. Below are some of the latest LIBERTY Campaign news and some helpful resources for your organization’s advocacy efforts. LIBERTY FACTS OF THE WEEK ~230,000 According to a Fox News report yesterday,…

Bossier Chamber of Commerce to receive 2023 Col. Steven dePyssler award October 3, 2023 The Bossier Chamber of Commerce is set to receive the prestigious 2023 Col. Steven dePyssler award, named in honor of Colonel Steven dePyssler, a retired United States Air Force Colonel who dedicated 38 of his 100 years of life to active…

Veterans & Military Appreciation Day / Nov. 12th Presented By: Veterans Celebration Committee October 3, 2023 Come join us as we celebrate our Veterans and Military families! All military, veterans and their families will receive FREE gate admission to the State Fair all day with military id! Veterans Parade begins at 2:00 p.m. For more information,…

2023 Meet the Candidates for Office Early voting begins; election coming up Oct. 14 September 28, 2023 Are you ready to vote on Oct. 14? Here are some dates and ballot information you need to know for the upcoming gubernatorial primary election. Click Here for Candidate Questionnaires DATES: Sept. 30 – Oct. 7 (Excluding Sunday,…

I-20 Rehabilitation Project Bossier & Caddo Parishes Project begins Monday, Sept. 18 September 14, 2023 The I-20 rehabilitation project will fully remove and replace the eastbound and westbound lanes of I-20 from near Hamilton Road to Industrial Drive in Bossier City. The project also includes extensive pavement repair work from Pines Road to Market Street…

DOTD to hold press conference regarding start of major I-20 rehabilitation project I-20 Project to Begin Soon September 1, 2023 Contact: Erin Buchanan Public Information Officer (318) 549-8402 – office (318) 347-2076 – mobile erin.buchanan@la.gov WHO: Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), Bossier Chamber of Commerce, City of Bossier City WHAT: Announcement of start…

Legislative changes are coming The Shreveport Shakeup August 15, 2023 There are 144 members of the Louisiana Legislature – 105 House members and 39 senators. Of those, 31% are Democrats and 68% are Republicans. Seven senators and 15 representatives are term-limited and could not seek reelection Term limits alone would produce a 21 percent turnover…

SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to Louisiana Businesses and Residents Affected by the Severe Storms and Straight-Line Winds If you are located in a declared disaster area, you may be eligible for financial assistance from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). August 15, 2023 SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Low-interest federal disaster loans are available to Louisiana businesses and residents affected by the severe storms…