It's Spooky Season!

October 20, 2025

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☀️SBC! Take a deep breath. We really did lose to Vanderbilt for the first time since 1990. Still waiting on someone to say it was a bad dream! But in true Tiger fashion, we’ll dust off the purple and gold and move on.

Now, let’s get to some real wins around the SBC!

Side Note: There’s still time to support our active campaign fighting food insecurity! Donate any amount!

In this edition, we’ll shine light on:

Book your perfect vaca
Stonewall’s newest attraction
Spooky events coming your way

Sponsored by the Balanced Boarding Pass

If you’ve ever spent hours researching flights, hotels, or tours only to second guess everything, you’re not alone. Planning a trip can be overwhelming, especially when you’re investing time, money, and anticipation into something special. That’s where I come in.

As an Advanced Travel Concierge partnered with Virtuoso, Belmond, Explora Journeys, The Tour Guy, and more, I turn travel dreams into seamless reality. Think of me as your behind-the-scenes curator, finding exclusive perks, upgrades, hidden gems, and VIP experiences you won’t see online. From private drivers and after-hours museum tours to the perfect boutique hotel or dinner table with a view, I handle the details so you can simply arrive and enjoy.

The best part? There’s no extra cost to you. Resorts, cruise lines, and tour companies compensate me directly for bringing them wonderful clients. You get insider access, elevated touches, and personalized service without paying a cent more.

I believe travel should leave you inspired, rested, and connected to yourself and the world. Whether it’s Tuscan vineyards, Caribbean beaches, or a mindful retreat in Sedona, I’ll help you find your glow, one boarding pass at a time.

Jessica Comegys, Founder

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Partnered with Prestige Home Cleaning

Your home deserves more than a quick tidy, it deserves Prestige. Locally owned and operated, Prestige Home Cleaning delivers meticulous, top-tier service with a personal touch. From deep cleans to routine maintenance, Tiffany Welch and her expert team bring sparkle, order, and peace of mind to every space they touch. Whether you’re preparing for the holidays or just craving a fresh start, Prestige helps your home look and feel its absolute best.

✨ Save the Date!
Join Tiffany for a Meet and Greet Networking Lunch at Copeland’s on November 10 at noon. It’s the perfect opportunity to connect with other professionals, enjoy great food, and learn how other locals can help you shine, at home and in business.

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☀️ This Week’s Happy Highlights

Brassica Farm Hosts First Farmers Market in Stonewall

Exciting news, y’all! Brassica Farms has officially opened in Stonewall! Their very first Farmers Market took place this past weekend at 1683 Evergreen Blvd, and the community showed up big with local crafts, live music, food trucks, and good vibes all around. It was a wonderful kickoff for this new spot, and there’s plenty more to come. Check out brassicafarm.com for upcoming events and updates!

Catch Up on City Projects

capitalprojects.shreveportla.gov

Did you know you can explore all of Shreveport’s active capital projects, including estimated costs, funding sources, and project purposes, through the city’s interactive Capital Projects Dashboard? This online tool offers transparency on bond-funded initiatives like street improvements, water and sewer upgrades, facility renovations, and public safety enhancements, empowering residents to track progress and stay informed.

Access the dashboard at capitalprojects.shreveportla.gov for the latest updates.

✍🏼 Side Notes & City

📄 The Bossier Parish Police Jury approved updates to utility easement rules and accepted a new federal land patent. How can these changes shape local development?

🎄The magic of the holidays just got a big boost in Caddo Parish, thanks to a fresh $50,000 reallocation. Find out which beloved local tradition is getting a little extra sparkle this season.

🗓️ The Picklr announces its opening date as construction continues!

🐟The LSUS Fishing Team made waves at Lake Dardanelle, placing three boats in the top 11 out of 284. One duo narrowly missed first place!

🃏Gamers XP is moving to a bigger location to better serve its growing tabletop and card-game community, now with nearly 400 parking spaces. Find out how this upgrade will level up game nights and events in Shreveport-Bossier.

💡 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 Fat Calf Brasserie: Mark Hart of Shreveport!
Last Week’s Answer: Fat Calf Brasserie setup its starter food trailer at Red River Brewing Company!

Congrats Mark! Thank you for playing!

This Week’s Question:

What year the Ferrier’s Rollin in the Dough makes its appearance in Shreveport?

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

Featured Events of the Week
sponsored by

Josh Gates Live
Bunco-Ween
Madison Park Family Spooktacular
DogtoberFest
MLK Neighborhood Resource Rally
The Livin’ Rich eXperience (Men Only)

Get the full event list here.

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