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Bossier Schools Make Big Gains Across the Board in State Performance Scores Subtitle Bossier Schools received its 2021-22 report card today from the Louisiana Department of Education, the first official performance scores that reflect school letter grades since the pandemic, and it shows students throughout the district are making great strides and tremendous growth. As…

Gov. Edwards proclaims Veterans Small Business Week in Louisiana Participation in the state’s veteran and Gold Star spouse entrepreneur programs grows as Veterans Day approaches November 11, 2022 BATON ROUGE, La. – Gov. John Bel Edwards has officially recognized Nov. 7-11 as Veterans Small Business Week in Louisiana, honoring veterans who continue to demonstrate their…

Innovation North LA kicks off at Cyber Innovation Center #InnovationNorthLA The Bossier Chamber and Bossier Innovates Foundation has launched its sixth Innovation North LA week of innovation today, November 7 at the Cyber Innovation Center. This two-week event, presented by Meta and supporting sponsor Southwestern Energy, showcases how our region – North Louisiana – is…

How Businesses Can Be Prepared This Cybersecurity Awareness Month Learn how to protect you and your company from the top cybersecurity threats with these helpful tips. October 21, 2022 Christopher D. Roberti Senior Vice President for Cyber, Intelligence, and Supply Chain Security Policy, U.S. Chamber of Commerce Cyberattacks can be catastrophic for businesses and individuals,…

Upcoming town hall events to discuss Shreveport-Bossier Destination Master Plan and new brand Community asked to give input September 1, 2022 Governments and other notable organizations across the area are working together to develop a 10-year community master plan and brand identity. The public is invited to participate in this notable project by providing feedback…

Bossier Chamber representatives complete Community Development Institute 4 leaders further education on building community August 26, 2022 Four Bossier Chamber representatives recently took part in Community Development Institute – Central (CDI) at the University of Central Arkansas. Jessica Hemingway, PCED, Vice President of the Bossier Chamber of Commerce, and Charley Kingery, Bossier Chamber Board Member…

Bossier Chamber encourages businesses to Pack the Bus for Bossier Schools Gather donations to support our schools July 29, 2022 It’s back-to-school time and the Chamber is helping Bossier Parish Schools gather needed supplies to fill in the gaps! BOSSIER CITY – The Bossier Chamber of Commerce, along with partners Advocate Advertising and Grind Engineering…

Teal-Jones Group breaks ground on $110 million sawmill near Plain Dealing Groundbreaking indicates a significant investment in north part of the parish July 12, 2022 State officials, economic development leaders and local collaborators celebrate jobs creation, economic activity and international investment with new NWLA facility Plain Dealing, LA — Gov. John Bel Edwards, Louisiana Economic…

Bossier Chamber launches new Military Community Champion program Region’s FIRST program for recognizing businesses who champion our military The Bossier Chamber of Commerce is excited to introduce their much-anticipated Military Community Champion program. This program seeks to promote our businesses, schools and organizations that have made the commitment to intentionally provide support for our military…

Bossier Chamber salutes Community Heroes Inaugural events honors those who make a difference everyday NEW Chamber event: Salute to Community Heroes honors four individuals who go above and beyond quietly, every day. The Bossier Chamber held its inaugural Salute to Community Heroes event on Thursday, May 12 at Margaritaville Resort Casino. The event, presented by…