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July 28, 2025

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☀️SBC! This week we’ve got it all — skydiving, theater shows, local events, and a trivia question that might just trip you up (unless you’ve been eating hush puppies since ’87). Quick tidbit: the Par 3 Course is opening this week (7/31) at Chasing Aces.

Also… just found out the KTBS Travel Club exists. How? Why didn’t anyone tell us? Do they offer punch cards or just plane snacks?

In this edition, we’ll shine light on:

Jumping out of a perfectly good airplane
Where to find school supply events
An old, historical theater has been revitalized

Let’s get our shine on! ☀️

Partnered with Skydive Louisiana

Jump at 10,000 ft.!

Ever thought, “You know what sounds fun? Jumping out of a perfectly good airplane!” Well, turns out-you’re not alone. Enter Skydive Louisiana, where the views are breathtaking, the adrenaline is real, and the owner, Bill Geaslin, is just crazy enough (in the best way) to make it all happen.

Skydive Louisiana is the oldest and longest running skydive operation in the state. Just 20 miles north of Shreveport, it offers a one-of-a-kind view where Louisiana, Texas, and Arkansas all meet, putting the “Ark-La-Tex” on full display from 10,000 feet up!

They’ve trained thousands of jumpers, including members of the U.S. Army’s Golden Knights and the Air Force’s Wings of Blue. Skydive LA is open by appointment only, and new jumpers must be 18 or older and under 230 pounds.

More than just a thrill, this drop zone has some serious bragging rights. Members have set multiple Louisiana state records and even a few world records. If you’re looking for adventure, this is your sign to jump in. 🪂

Ready to take the leap? Bill and his sky-high crew are waiting! ✈️
📍5266 Gilliam Airport
📞(318) 464-5867

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🎒 SCHOOL SUPPLY GIVEAWAYS

It’s that time again! Several local organizations are helping students head back to class fully stocked and stress-free.

📍 Dollar Mania – Uniform Vouchers
Wed, July 30 | 10AM | 505 Travis St (Gov’t Plaza)
Snag free uniforms! Vouchers expire Aug 15.

📍 MLK Community Development – Uniform Giveaway
Forum: Aug 4 | 5:30PM | David Raines Rec Center
Pick-Up: Aug 5–7 | MLK-CDC Office
Get vouchers for 2 polos + 2 bottoms. Bring proof of income and school enrollment.

📍 Booker T. Washington – Backpack + Supplies Giveaway
Sat, Aug 2 | 10–2PM | 2104 Milam St.
Child must be present! Donations being accepted through July 31.

📍 Hair Galleria – Supplies + Haircuts
Sat, Aug 2 | 4PM | 2600 Waggoner Ave Ste 208
Live Music, free food, free school supplies, haircuts & braids.

📍St. Vincent Mall – Supplies Giveaway
Sat, Aug 9 | 11–7PM | 1133 St Vincent. Ave
Drive-thru event with 500 backpacks up for grabs. First come, first served!

📍 Sunflower Love – Supplies + Haircuts
Sat, Aug 9 | 9AM–Noon | 401 E. Texas St
Free supplies and fresh cuts for students.

📍 Hattie Perry Park – Supplies Giveaway
Sat. Aug 9 | 10AM | 4300 Ledbetter St.
*Donations are still needed!

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☀️ This Week’s Happy Highlights

🏠 Ronald McDonald House Announces its Opening!

Big news for our community — the first Ronald McDonald House in Northwest Louisiana is set to open on October 1, 2025! This 20-room home will offer families with hospitalized children a free, comforting place to stay just steps from the care they need. 📍9100 Susan Dr.

With over $11 million raised, construction is nearly complete, and support is still welcome. A huge step forward in keeping families close when it matters most!

So excited for this to be completed!

🎭 Capri Theater, Shreveport is Newly Renovated

Downtown’s beautifully restored Capri Theater is where historic charm meets modern flair. With space for up to 500 guests, it’s perfect for concerts, receptions, movie nights, parties, and more. From vintage details to high-tech amenities, the Capri delivers memorable moments with style and comfort. 620 Milam St.

🗓️ P.S. They’re hosting the Geek’d Con After Party on August 23 at 8 PM—cosplay encouraged!

✍️ Side Notes & City Talk

📸 Shreveport is adding six surveillance cameras to Ford Park to improve safety and reduce vandalism.

☕️ Youree Dr. is getting its own Dutch Bros (a Louisiana first)- clearly, we take our caffeine very seriously.

🍽️ A fresh dining experience is coming to Shreveport! A new restaurant plans to rotate its chef and menu every 90 days - keeping things bold, creative, and never boring.

📱 Louisiana is set to roll out a new hands‑free driving law on August 1, 2025, that prohibits virtually all phone use behind the wheel.

😎 Starting August 1, Louisiana says it’s okay to throw a little more shade—legally! The new law lets you tint your front windows down to 25%, so your car can finally match your teenager’s attitude.

💡 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 and get newsletter famous!

Last week’s answer: Jennifer’s sister designed the Demented Dessert & Coffee logo!
Winner: Mrs. Janice Woods (...and her sweet fur baby!🐶)

Congratulations! Thank you for playing!

This Week’s Question:

Before buying and renaming it to Jan's River Restaurant in 1987, what position did Jan work at The River Restaurant?

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🎉 With this week’s list, there’s no way you can say “there’s nothing to do here…”

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