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Biscuits & Brilliance (1)

Biscuits & Brilliance (1)

August 25, 2025

TOGETHER WITH

☀️SBC! Is in anyone else pumped about football season? Just me? Friday nights are heating up, and the countdowns are coming to an end. Catch local high schools Friday night lights in just 2 weeks, the roar of the SEC season starting August 29, and NFL opener on September 4, football is officially back, so start planning ahead your Walk-ons and Sports & Social reservations!

In this edition, we’ll shine light on:

SCU needs volunteers for its next rally
A young minister setting the bar for his generation
How you can help our FIRST community donation event

Let’s get our shine on! ☀️

Partnered with Shreveport Citizens United

Shreveport Citizens United (SCU) is on a mission to bring people together across every neighborhood, background, and walk of life by building bridges between citizens, nonprofits, churches, city leaders, and law enforcement. One of the most exciting ways they do this is through their Neighborhood Resource Rallies .

These rallies aren’t just about resources; they’re about building relationships. They’re a fun, uplifting time filled with opportunities to meet your SBC neighbors, share a laugh, and enjoy good company. Families connect with local nonprofits, kids enjoy face painting and games, and neighbors walk away with both helpful tools and new friendships. Behind the scenes, volunteers make it all happen: cooking, serving, setting up, and welcoming folks with open arms.

✨ Next Neighborhood Resource Rally: West Cedar Grove ✨
📍 Woodlawn/ Leadership Academy
📅 Saturday, September 13
⏰ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Want to be part of it?
We’d love your help! Sign up to volunteer and join in creating a space where neighbors can come together, build trust, and celebrate what makes Shreveport strong.

_{We would love to hear about more nonprofits! Send it}_here!

Sponsored By Alexander & Company

Looking for a little luxury close to home? Step into Alexander & Company , a high-end hair salon where every detail is designed to make you feel pampered. From complimentary wine to an attached nail salon for one-stop beauty care, this salon is all about the experience.

Their team of highly experienced stylists each specialize in something unique, whether you’re looking for a fresh men’s cut, sun-kissed balayage, or a complete transformation, you’ll be in expert hands.

And here’s something extra special: remember our Backpack Donation Drive? Alexander & Company is a proud drop-off location! Want more? When you bring a backpack to donate, you’ll be entered into a drawing for FREE Moroccan Oil products. Drawing will be held September 17th at noon. 💆‍♀️✨

📍 Location: 603 Absinthe Court, Ste C
📞 Phone: 318-798-8242
💇‍♀️ Schedule your next appointment today!

_{Ready to get your business in front of our audience? Submit it}_here.

Meet Your Neighbor

🌟Local Spotlight: Ca’Treaveon “Trey” Fergerson 🌟

At 20 years old (HAPPY BIRTHDAY TREY!), Ca’Treaveon “Trey” Fergerson has already stepped boldly into his calling. A devoted man of faith, Trey accepted his call to ministry at the age of 16 and now serves as a youth minister at First Baptist Church of Cedar Grove. With a heart for guiding the next generation, he pours his energy into teaching, mentoring, and inspiring local youth to walk in faith and purpose.

A 2023 graduate of Magnolia School of Excellence, Trey is also a hard-working young entrepreneur. He’s the founder of Shots by Trey and More, LLC, offering photography, custom T-shirts, and DJ services, all while balancing work at Winfield Funeral Home and Sports South.

But at the center of it all is Trey’s love for the Lord and his community. Whether he’s behind the pulpit, behind a camera, or behind the turntables, Trey is driven by one mission: to serve others with joy and dedication. Thank you for setting a great example, Trey! 🎉

_{Know a great kid doing big things for their community? We want to meet them! Send ‘em}_here_.

PSA: We just launched our FIRST Community Donation Event!🫱🏼‍🫲🏾

If you haven’t heard on our socials, we are ACTIVE with our FIRST Community Donation Event! We are currently accepting backpack donations: new or used at these locations until September 18th!

Brewer Physical Therapy - 4970 Barksdale Blvd
No Ceilings CrossFit - 502 Anderson Ave
Prestige Home Cleaning - 3538 Mansfield Rd
Smith’s 3rd Generation Towing- 3220 Barksdale Blvd
Alexander & Co - 603 Absinthe Ct C (1 backpack = 1 entry in drawing for Moroccan Oil Products)
Mall St. Vincent - 1133 St. Vincent Ave (1 backpack = 1 FREE Auntie Anne’s Pretzel)

If you’d like to donate another way, please reply to this email!

☀️ This Week’s Happy Highlights

LSUS Breaks Ground on Pedestrian Bridge ✨

✨ Big news out of LSUS! ✨ The campus just broke ground on a brand-new pedestrian bridge that will connect Pilots Pointe Apartments directly to campus. Not only will this make the walk safer for students, but it’s also a $4.3 million investment in campus life and convenience. We love seeing projects like this that make student life just a little brighter (and a lot easier!).

Source: KTBS 3

Top Care, Close to Home

Big news for local healthcare! Willis-Knighton Health is now part of the Mayo Clinic Care Network. This means doctors here can tap into Mayo Clinic’s experts for tricky cases without patients having to travel far. It’s all about making top-notch care easier to access right here in northwest Louisiana. Whether it’s getting answers faster or exploring the latest treatments, this partnership is a WIN for our community’s health.

Books-A-Million is Back!

📚 Exciting news for book lovers! Books-A-Million has opened its doors in Bossier City at 2920 Meadow Creek Dr. Stop by to browse bestsellers, discover new reads, and enjoy a fresh spot for readers in our community.

Source: Bossier Press-Tribune

Side Notes & City Talk

🗳️ The votes are in at Summer Grove Baptist Church, and the congregation has made an important decision about their future location. What’s next?

🏘️ Centenary College has unveiled Bicentennial Village, its first new housing in decades. A $6 million project with room for 96 students- what makes it so different?

🚓 Shreveport Police unveiled a new mobile command center designed to enhance safety and assist during major events, bringing upgraded technology directly into the community.

💵 Caddo Parish School Board just approved a surprise one-time $1,500 back-to-school stipend for eligible employees-details here.

🎤 50 Cent’s G-Unit Studios is bringing a permanent “G-Dome” to downtown Shreveport to boost culture and tourism.

🐢 Mall St. Vincent beloved turtles have found a new home thanks to actions taken by the mall’s new management team and Snaketuary. Find out how the ACTUAL TMNT are contributing an auction to help with the turtles.

💡 Bright Side Smarts 💡
Test your SBC smarts and win!

Here’s how it works:
📅 We post a local fun fact every weekend on our Facebook page.
❓ On Monday, we drop a trivia question here in the newsletter.
🎁 Answer right = You could win!

Last week’s winner : Kasey from Shreveport!
Trivia Answer: The must-try house specialty at Chianti Restaurant was the Pollo Milanese with capers .

Congratulations and THANK YOU for playing!

This Week’s Question:

Before her famous buttermilk biscuits at Shreveport Biscuit Company, Kanya Michelle ran which Shreveport business that featured scones and pies?

👉 Missed the Bright Side Smarts post with the answer? Click here to catch up! Good luck!

🎉 This Week’s Upcoming Events

While tempting, don’t spend your weekend doing this. Go out and meet your neighbors!

What we found on the calendar for this week…

LIVE MUSIC LINEUP 🎶

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Have a Blessed Week, SBC!

Love what you got this week? Share this with someone you want to try a Shreveport Biscuit with!

Proverbs 4:23