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NW LA Sales Taxes Both Up and Down!

NW LA Sales Taxes Both Up and Down!

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NW LA Sales Taxes Both Up and Down!

Kenneth Krefft Contributing Columnist
Wed, 8 Jan 2025 - 22:32
The NW Louisiana sales taxing jurisdictions saw small increases for December 2024 in Caddo and...
Settle Talk

Settle Talk

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John E. Settle Jr. Editor Focus Sb News
Wed, 8 Jan 2025 - 22:32
Dr. Aubrey Gantt was appointed the Chancellor of Southern University Shreveport (SUSLA) in March...
Letter to the Editor

Letter to the Editor

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Letter to the Editor

Versa Clark Contributing Columnist
Tue, 31 Dec 2024 - 16:19
Of the twenty-five items on your wish list for the City of Shreveport in 2025, this reader noticed...
Snakes in Bossier's Garden

Snakes in Bossier's Garden

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Snakes in Bossier's Garden

David Crockett Contributing Columnist
Tue, 31 Dec 2024 - 16:19
Bossier City Charter Commission and Assistant City Attorney Richard Ray are gaslighting the...

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Jim's Wife:

Tue, 24 Dec 2024 - 22:33
Who out there makes New Year’s resolutions? As a rule, I do not.
Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce Walk of Stars!

Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce Walk of Stars!

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Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce Walk of Stars!

John Lieberman Contributing Columnist
Tue, 24 Dec 2024 - 22:33
The Walk of Stars began as a committee of the Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce in 1997.
Settle Talk

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Settle Talk

John E. Settle Jr. Editor Focus Sb News
Tue, 24 Dec 2024 - 22:33
The issuance of permits for liquor stores has been the hot button issue in Shreveport City hall for...
2024: A Year of Challenges and Opportunities

2024: A Year of Challenges and Opportunities

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2024: A Year of Challenges and Opportunities

Tom Arceneaux Mayor Of Shreveport
Tue, 24 Dec 2024 - 22:33
As 2024 ends, I welcome this opportunity to reflect on the challenges and achievements of the year.
SettleTalk

SettleTalk

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SettleTalk

John E. Settle Jr. Editor Focus Sb News
Thu, 19 Dec 2024 - 20:57
It’s always a challenge to compile a list of tasks/goals that one hopes will be accomplished by...
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