Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana gave the media a sneak peek of the $270+ million in renovations completed at the property. Louisiana’s newest casino opened to the public on Feb. 13 with a spectacular fireworks display. – Paul Savage Jr.

Live! Media Sneak Peak

1) Josh Robinson and Carmen Gonzales

2) Mayor Tommy Chandler and Lisa Johnson

3) Daniel Yong, Lisa Casey, Chase Boytim and Ashley Davis

4) Kalisa Masiki, Lance Sonnier and Lori Wellington

5) Evan Kuhl, David Prunty, Bryant Harris and Madison Layfield

The Krewe of Centaur held its annual Grand Bal at the Shreveport Convention Center on Feb. 8. The event showcased the Krewe’s royal court and featured an after-party by Bringing Life to the Party. — Paul Savage Jr.

Centaur King Tony Prestidge

Centaur Queen Cindy Henry

Kelly Dick and Kole Caston

Megan and Mario Chavez

Shanna and Jeremy Walker

Inez and Matthew Freeman

Stacy Smith and Karen Baker

Tina Tomasek, Trey Tomasek, Summer Tomasek and Nolan Tomasek

Contributions by Mary Ann Van Osdell, Mark Crawford and Paul Savage. To be included in OTS, e-mail your high-res photos to editor@318forum.com