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This summer, the Bossier Chamber of Commerce is organizing two ways to support the education system in Bossier Parish. A Pack the Bus School Supply Drive will be held to benefit Bossier Parish public Schools on Thursday, July 30 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Walmart Supercenter on Airline Drive in Bossier City.…

Bossier City, La. – Today the Bossier Chamber of Commerce hosted the 2026 National Civics Bee in Bossier City, an initiative aimed at encouraging more young Americans to engage in civics and contribute to their communities, thanks to presenting sponsor Bossier Parish Community College. Organized by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, the National Civics…

Shreveport-Bossier, LA – May 12, 2026 – Shreveport-Bossier, a region with a rich military heritage as home to Barksdale Air Force Base (BAFB) for nearly a century, has been named a 2026 Great American Defense Community—just one of three U.S. communities to receive the national recognition this year. The award, which was launched in 2016…

The Bossier Chamber of Commerce hosted its premier hiring event with the City of Bossier and Louisiana Works on Wednesday, March 4 at the Bossier Civic Center, presented by Northrop Grumman. The job fair had an impressive turnout with over 260 job seekers, including 39 veterans. There were 65 employers present who conducted on-the-spot interviews…

On March 31, the Bossier Chamber of Commerce is holding their second ever Women’s Leadership Conference at Live! Casino & Hotel in Bossier City, brought to you by CHRISTUS Health and Live! Casino & Hotel. This half-day gathering will feature inspiring speakers, practical workshops, and valuable networking opportunities for women looking to excel in business,…

2025 Business Person of the Year Finalists Lynn Bryan is the Executive Director of Keep Bossier Beautiful, where she leads the organization’s mission to improve community cleanliness, beautification, and environmental stewardship. Lynn manages daily operations, supports volunteers and partners, and works closely with the board to ensure programs align with Keep America Beautiful standards and…

The Bossier Chamber of Commerce is set to host a series of events discussing how current and upcoming legislative changes can and will impact the business community in Northwest Louisiana. The 2025 Public Policy Series, presented by Willis Knighton Health, will bring the top elected and appointed officials and other experts to the Bossier-Shreveport area…

The Bossier Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Pack the Bus School Supply Drive to benefit Bossier Parish public schools on Thursday, July 31 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Walmart Supercenter on Airline Drive in Bossier City. The Bossier Chamber is asking its business members to make donations to help Pack the Bus…

On July 1, 2025, Mayor Tommy Chandler and a new council were installed for the City of Bossier City, marking one of the largest new classes of council members for the city as four new faces took the oath of office: Craton Cochran, Joel Girouard, Debra Ross and Cliff Smith. Returning to the council for…

The Bossier Chamber of Commerce hosted the second session of Community Development Institute, a national program aimed at training community leaders and economic development professionals, from June 16 to 19. In partnership with Louisiana Tech University College of Business, the Bossier Chamber offers the only site in the state of Louisiana and serves as a…