“March 21 is the day I started working,” Chandler said. “We went to Baton Rouge two or three times and had a one-on-one with the governor. One of the things we discussed was the Jimmie Davis Bridge. We had $24 million already, and he gave us another $100 million.

Davisson completed the rigorous requirements that include course work and a series of examinations covering preand post-retirement needs, asset management, estate planning and the entire retirement planning process using models Davisson.

Mayor Perkins and city department leaders of Shreveport have spent their evenings over the last month holding community meetings and listening to individual citizens express their vision for Shreveport. The sessions sought citizen input on the best use of money from the federal government to city governments after the pandemic.

bout a year ago, Lisa and Adam Willard, owners of Ashley’s Building and Construction, were at work at a client’s home remodeling two bathrooms. The neighbors across the street approached them and asked if they could look at the home they just purchased.

Digital technology has been one of the most incredible advances in our society. In a year like we had in 2020, we have been able to connect with our loved ones and even continue to work through various online platforms. And let’s not forget the convenience of ordering groceries and other products online.

Jennifer Psalmonds is one local artist who is making a colorful splash. Her art is fresh, energetic and fun — certain to brighten up anyone’s day (and living room!) Psalmonds enjoys using a wide variety of mediums but primarily uses acrylics and oil sticks in most of her work today.

On Friday, March 26, four critics will present the Critic’s Choice Award in each category – Visual, Literary and Performing Arts. The selected artists will receive a $2,000 commission toward a solo show presented in the coming year, and once again, the critic returns to review the entire body of work.

The COVID virus has changed everyone’s world. Many grieve over the loss of friends and loved ones. Many have suffered great personal loss. Health and careers have been impacted. Many have experienced the crush of change from mental, spiritual and other health concerns in caring for children and aging parents.