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This heat is in full swing- just in time for 4th of July!

This heat is in full swing- just in time for 4th of July!

June 30, 2025

TOGETHER WITH

☀️SBC! Important PSA below:

Today (June 30th) is the deadline to get your referral numbers up! Share your unique code below to all your people for your chance to win. One referral = one entry!

‼️ They will get a confirmation email, and they MUST verify using the link for it count towards your entry number! (I’ve got tons still pending, so this in an important step.)

This $100 Lululemon gift card is starting to get real tempting… 🫣

In this week’s edition, we’ll shine light on:

It’s about time for a touch-up
Meet the brand-new Shreveport All-Stars
Where to watch fireworks this weekend

Let’s get our shine on! ☀️

🥎 Meet the all-new Shreveport 6U All-Stars!

Shreveport’s first 6U All-Girls All-Star Team

Coach Amanda Juneau has spent her life around the game—from playing at UT Tyler to coaching college ball and now leading Shreveport’s first-ever 6U All-Girls All-Star Team through the new Diamond Youth Softball program. After stepping away to raise her family, she’s returned to the field with renewed passion, coaching her daughter’s team and helping young girls build skills, confidence, and love for the game.

With the help of amazing assistant coaches and the support of Shreveport DYS, these girls are thriving. Next stop? State Tournament in Minden July 3-6! If you’re able break away from your patriotic weekend, come show these tiny sluggers some big love as they represent Shreveport with heart and hustle!

Minden Rec Center- 1001 Recreation Dr.
Thursday-7:45PM Field 6
Friday-10:15AM Field 6

🧨 Fireworks So Good, You’ll Forget Mosquitoes Exist!
Where to watch the magic Friday night:

South Bossier Park – KTBS Freedom Fest
📍 Caplis Sligo Rd, Bossier
🕔 Starts at 5 PM | Fireworks at 9:30 PM

Cypress Lake
📍 Benton, LA
🕔 Starts at 5 PM | Fireworks at 9:30 PM

Shreveport Riverfront – Aquarium VIP Party
📍 Shreveport Aquarium & Riverwalk
🕕 Starts at 6:30 PM

Louisiana Boardwalk Outlets
📍 Bossier City, LA
🕗 Fireworks around 9 PM

Personal Fireworks in Bossier City
🗓️ Legal June 28 – July 5
🕙 Allowed 10 AM – 10 PM

Have fun, stay safe, and let freedom ring (without blowing off a finger)!

☀️ This Week’s Happy Highlights

🚓 Crime Is Down in Shreveport!

Despite what you may think or hear, crime in Shreveport is actually trending down—and the numbers prove it. According to the Shreveport Police Department:

Shots-fired calls are down nearly 50%
Homicides have dropped by 44%
Robberies, burglaries, and auto thefts are also declining

We love SPD & BCPD!

🏆 Celebrating Minority Business Excellence in Shreveport–Bossier

Last Thursday, June 26, the Greater Shreveport Chamber hosted its annual Minority Business Opportunity Awards, presented by Willis‑Knighton Health, at Sam’s Town. The evening honored local minority leaders and businesses advancing economic opportunity and community impact web. Take a look at the 2025 Award Recipients:

Top Business Professional of the Year: Byron Dawson (Centenary College)
Non‑Profit Professional of the Year: C. Chanel Jackson (Families Helping Families Region 7)
Small Business Owner of the Year: Brent Latin (Young Professionals Entertainment)
Emerging Business of the Year: The Squire Group, LLC (Racheal Squire)
Business of the Year: Module X Solutions — recognized for innovation, workforce development, and minority hiring
Lifetime Achievement Award: Reginald W. Abrams, Sr. — pharmacist, attorney, civic leader with decades of regional impact

Brent Latin- Small Business Owner of the Year

👏 Huge congratulations to this year’s winners—Shreveport and Bossier are stronger thanks to your leadership and vision!

$50 Million Investment & New Jobs on the Way!

Ascentek just announced a $50 million expansion of its manufacturing and distribution facility right here in Shreveport. This major investment will not only enhance operations but also create over 160 new direct jobs and support hundreds more indirectly.

This expansion is a big win for our region’s economy and workforce, with Ascentek continuing to grow in North Louisiana thanks to strong support from local and state partners.

👏 New jobs, more growth, and even more reasons to be proud of our community.
👉 Read the full story

💡 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 correct answer: Chasing Aces founder John Dudley originally sketched out his dream for the entertainment center on a napkin.
Winner of a $10 Gift Card to Chasing Aces: Jasmine Woods🎉Congrats!

This week’s trivia question… Good Luck!

Streetcar Station Snoballs in Bossier City officially opened on a special day tied to Louisiana. Which one was it?

👉 Not following us on Facebook? Click here to catch the local facts!

Break Out Your Freedom Pants — It’s 4th of July Week!

Click here for this week’s list of events!

LIVE MUSIC LINEUP 🎶

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Friday

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Have a Blessed Week, SBC!

Happy 4th of July week everyone! Thank you all so much! We are growing at fast rate because of your support! Stay safe and send this to the person who is the designated “firework lighter” of your group.

Matthew 5:9