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Welcome to Bossier City, Louisiana.
Bossier City is located in Bossier Parish, within the Sportsman's Paradise Region, between Shreveport and Minden along Interstate 20 on the banks of the Red River near Eastwood, across from Shreveport, with which it is connected by several bridges; inc. 1907. Barksdale Air Force Base, home of the Second U.S. Air Force, is the major employer.
As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 56,461. The ever expanding city limits have grown to encompass the old railroad stations and communities of Brownlee, Barksdale, Bleinhem, Ferguson, Fosters, Fullilove, Hinkle and Shady Grove.
Bossier City has thrived because it is transitional. First a cotton exporting river landing, next a railroad town, then an airbase and oil-boom town, it now garners attention, tourism and an economic boost from the newest boom, recreational gaming. Three riverboats, Horseshoe, Casino Magic and Isle of Capri line Bossier City's developing riverfront.
Picture taken by Justin Bryan Galloway of the Forum Newsweekly Magazine in Shreveport, Louisiana.
An area south of Bossier City was chosen in 1928 to house a National Guard air squadron. Barksdale Field was officially dedicated February 3, 1933. It was later renamed Barksdale Air Force Base, and is home to the "mighty" Eighth Air Force. It's social and economic impact to Bossier City and Northwest Louisiana has never been questioned. From this, two major city arteries derive their names, Barksdale Blvd and Airline Dr.
By 1900, Bossier City was the domicile of several large factories. Hamilton's Cotton Oil Mill, from which Hamilton Road gains it's name, is a perfect example of an early factory. The mill processed cotton seed and produced cotton oil, from which hundreds of items ranging from oil and animal feed to early plastics were made.
The discovery of petroleum crude oil, to the south, in 1908, thrust Bossier City into the nationwide oil boom. Bossier's central location to the many rural oil fields made it a major player in the oil patch. Several international oil companies located here. The economic advantages brought by "black gold" fueled many more civic, social and economic improvements.
Bossier City's name has always been unique. First known as Cane's Landing, it was briefly referred to as Alexanders Precinct and Caneville. It was first officially named and incorporated as the Village of Bossier City, then the Town of Bossier City and the City of Bossier City.
Shreveport-Bossier's quality of life is excellent. The area offers a low cost of living, a mild climate, affordable housing, low taxes and outstanding medical care, in addition to excellent business and educational opportunities. Residents are friendly, and for entertainment, Shreveport-Bossier is hard to beat.
Whatever your interest, Shreveport-Bossier has an activity for you. There are professional sports teams; cultural attractions including the Shreveport Symphony, Shreveport Opera, and Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet; dozens of museums and art galleries; outdoor activities; and an exciting nightlife concentrated on Shreveport's riverfront. There are also area wide special events, in the form of festivals that draw participation from all segments of the community. There is a fun-filled celebration --complete with food, music, and entertainment --nearly every month of the year.
After all, Louisiana is famous for its festivals, and northwest Louisiana is no different. The people of Shreveport-Bossier believe that they have good reasons to celebrate. Is there any wonder why?
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Local daily news in Bossier City:
Election season now in full swing
Despite the low voter turnout for the August primaries, the October local elections should draw an increased number of voters due to contentious school board elections.
Bossier teen arrested by CSO for alleged forgery
SHREVEPORT, LA The Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office reports Tuesday the arrest of a Bossier City teen for alleged check forgery.
September 7, 2010 - Mayor Glover and Mayor Walker Announce Shreveport-Bossier City National Night Out
On Tuesday, October 5, 2010, Shreveport-Bossier City National Night Out will mark its 27th year in northwest Louisiana and your government officials are excited about this unique opportunity to join together with neighbors in our communities to give criminals notice that their bad behavior is not going to be tolerated.
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Places of interest:
Shreveport, LA (6.5 miles), Red Chute, LA (6.5 miles), Eastwood, LA (8.9 miles), Benton, LA (12.7 miles), Haughton, LA (12.7 miles), Blanchard, LA (14.3 miles), Belcher, LA (18.8 miles), Doyline, LA (19.3 miles).
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