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Fundraising: In Progress

Fundraising: In Progress

September 29, 2025

TOGETHER WITH

☀️SBC! In case you haven’t heard, we announced last week that we need your help.

Bad News: Nearly 1 in 6 Louisianans (including 249,000 kids) don’t know where their next meal is coming from. And that means too many of our neighbors are going hungry.

Good News: We can help. Join On the Bright Side Battle Squad for The Hub: Urban Ministry’s Great Food Fight. No donation is too small, and we are only halfway to our goal!

In this edition, we’ll shine light on:

ReNest Fest 2025 Overview
Bring a Friend Week is back!
Who’s in the music line up for the Revel

Let’s get our shine on! ☀️

Partnered with Renesting Project

This past weekend, the Renesting Project lit up the night with its annual ReNest Fest 2025, and what a celebration it was! The community showed up in full force, dressed in dazzling disco-themed attire that sparkled almost as much as the disco ball above the dance floor. From the moment guests arrived, the energy was electric with good music, laughter, and plenty of dancing brought everyone together for a night to remember.

One of the highlights was the silent auction, which featured an incredible lineup of items and experiences donated by generous supporters. Every bid, every laugh, and every dance move reminded us of why this event matters: it’s all about coming together to support the Renesting Project’s mission. All proceeds benefit the Renesting Project, helping furnish homes for veterans, foster youth, and families recovering from crisis in Northwest Louisiana.

Take a look at some of my favorite photos of the night!

Check out more photos from the event here!

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☀️ This Week’s Happy Highlights

Growing the Team: CPSO Adds 15 New Deputies

Source: KTBS

The Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office just welcomed 15 new deputies to the team! Sheriff Henry Whitehorn, Sr. led the swearing-in ceremony last week, adding fresh faces to roles in corrections, nursing, clerical, and more. It’s always exciting to see new people stepping up to serve our community, and the CPSO is still on the lookout for more recruits. If you know someone 21 or older who’s interested, they can check out openings at caddosheriff.org.

Debra Roberson Honored with 2025 Scott Griffin Award

Community Foundation of North Louisiana has announced Debra Roberson as the 2025 Scott Griffin Award recipient. The award honors artists who, like Griffin, create with passion while overcoming adversity. After overcoming early hardships and building a successful career, Roberson began exploring photography in 2020 and has since received awards and exhibitions. CFNLA celebrates her creativity, resilience, and impact on the community. More information about the award and CFNLA can be found at cfnla.org.

CHRISTUS Health Invests in Community Care

Source: KSLA

Good news for our community: CHRISTUS Health just awarded over $305,000 in grants to six local nonprofits! The support will boost programs that focus on everything from mental health and chronic disease support to safe housing and food access. Groups like the Food Bank of Northwest Louisiana, Shreveport Green, and St. Luke’s Mobile Medical Ministry are among the recipients. It’s another big step toward making North Louisiana healthier, stronger, and more hopeful for everyone.

✍🏼 Side Notes & City Talk

🚔 Shreveport is looking at leasing a spot in Shreve City Shopping Center for a new police substation. Could this be the next step in expanding east side coverage?

🏉 The Louisiana Rouxgaroux are bringing arena football excitement to Bossier City this season. See where their new home will be so you can catch them in action!

🎬50 Cent just got the green light for a $50M Film & Entertainment District in downtown Shreveport. Curious how it could reshape the city and whose name might headline it?

🏥 The first Ronald McDonald House in Shreveport-Bossier is in its final stages and expected to open next month.

✈️ Shreveport Regional Airport (SHV) saw its fourth-busiest summer since 1952, with over 307,000 travelers passing through between May and August, up 19% from last year. A new nonstop flight to Nashville was a big hit.

🏉💡 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 of a gift card to Dripp Donuts: Stephanie from Shreveport!
Last Week’s Answer: was built on the 3 F’s: Fried Food, Faith, and Family!

Stephanie and fur baby, Ruca

This Week’s Question:

Abby Singer’s Bistro celebrated a big milestone in 2023 with a fresh new look and menu. But do you know which anniversary it was?

👉 Not sure what the answer is? Click here if you need a cheat sheet. Good luck!

🎉 Time to get out your weekly calendar!

What’s happening in SBC this week…

LIVE MUSIC LINEUP 🎶

Red River Revel Music Lineup

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Have a Blessed Week, SBC!

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