Hunt for missing Bossier man expands
Plus — Bossier traffic notice : Delays expected today on Bellevue Road.
Thursday, August 14, 2025
Bossier City weather — Heat Advisory. Today: Partly cloudy. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms in the morning, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Hot with highs in the mid-90s. Southwest winds around 5 mph. Chance of rain 40%. Heat index values up to 109. Tonight: Partly cloudy. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms in the evening. Humid with lows in the mid-70s. South winds around 5 mph. Chance of rain 20%. Heat index values up to 106 early in the evening. Friday: Partly cloudy. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms in the morning, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Hot with highs in the mid-90s. South winds around 5 mph. Chance of rain 30%. Heat index values up to 110.
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Hunt for missing Bossier man expands
The search for a missing Bossier Parish man has expanded. The Bossier Parish Sheriff's Office has established a mobile incident command site at the intersection of Old Plain Dealing Road and Dutch John Road in northern Bossier Parish.
It is a part of the ongoing efforts to locate 32-year-old Cable Tallant, who has been missing for several days.
Tallant is described as a white male, approximately 6 feet tall and weighing about 150 pounds. He was last seen near Plain Dealing on July 31, 2025. On August 11, 2025, the Chevrolet pickup truck he was driving was found abandoned in a wooded area near Plain Dealing, according to the BPSO.
"A team of Sheriff's Deputies are coordinating resources from the mobile command site to search the surrounding area as thoroughly as possible," said BPSO Lt. Neil Johnston.
Anyone with information about Tallant's whereabouts is urged to contact the Bossier Parish Sheriff's Office at (318) 965-2203.
Bossier traffic notice : Delays expected today on Bellevue Road
This morning, Haughton residents using Bellevue Road should prepare for significant traffic delays as contracted crews for the Bossier Parish Police Jury begin roadwork in the area.
The project will involve overlaying a portion of Bellevue Road from Highway 80 to Adner Road.
Drivers are strongly encouraged to plan alternate routes or allow extra travel time during this period.
Flagmen will be present to direct traffic, and lane closures or slow-moving traffic should be anticipated throughout the construction zone.
Work may possibly extend through the weekend.
Bossier City-Parish MPC issues continued warning on fraudulent invoices
A fraudulent invoice scam is continuing to plague the community.
The Bossier City-Parish Metropolitan Planning Commission urges all applicants to be cautious of fraudulent invoices being sent by unauthorized agencies. Recent reports have surfaced of fake invoices from the “City of Bossier City Planning Commission” that resemble legitimate charges, but in reality, these are from malicious third parties attempting to defraud individuals and businesses.
The Bossier City-Parish MPC does not issue PDF invoices through third-party agencies. All official communications and billing related to applications, permits, and fees are handled directly through the MPC office.
What to look out for:
Invoices or payment requests not issued by the Bossier City-Parish MPC.
Requests for payment from unfamiliar or unverified agencies.
Suspicious email addresses or PDF attachments.
Urgent language pressuring you to make immediate payments.
If you receive an invoice and are unsure of its legitimacy, do not make any payments before verifying with the MPC office directly.
To ensure your payments and communications are secure, always contact the Bossier City-Parish MPC at (318) 698-7341.
America's largest donut and kolache brand is coming to the Bossier City area
Shipley Donuts is expanding to the Bossier City area.
The popular brand of fresh daily donuts and kolaches has inked a franchise development agreement to build five shops in the area.
The expansion deal with BC Restaurant Holding LLC, led by local residents Steve Watkins and Walter Bigby, calls for the first location to open in late 2026, with four additional shops following over the next three years.
With over a decade of experience operating multiple-unit, multi-brand franchises, the duo currently manages five Zaxby's and two Jersey Mike's locations in the Bossier City area, with an additional Jersey Mike's location in development.
Founded in 1936 in Houston, Shipley offers more than 60 varieties of fresh donuts, handmade daily, including its signature plain glazed, cut in the iconic Shipley hexagon shape, as well as filled, iced, and cake donuts, bear claws, kolaches, coffee, and more.
It currently has seven locations in central and South Louisiana.
Rascal Flatts sets Bossier City tour date
The legendary country trio Rascal Flatts just can't seem to get off the highway. After a hiatus in touring and a subsequent reunion, the trio will bring its "Life is a Highway" tour to Bossier City's Brookshire Grocery Arena on Friday, February 20, 2026.
Hailed as one of the most influential groups in modern country history, Rascal Flatts first came together in 1999, uniting the talents of cousins Gary LeVox (lead vocals) and Jay DeMarcus (bass, vocals) with guitarist Joe Don Rooney. The trio quickly captivated audiences with their blend of soaring vocal harmonies, infectious melodies, and heartfelt songwriting.
Their self-titled debut in 2000 launched a string of hit singles, including "Bless the Broken Road," "What Hurts the Most," and their iconic cover of Tom Cochrane's "Life Is a Highway," Rascal Flatts became a dominant force on both country and pop charts. Over their career, they've racked up 17 number-one hits, sold over 23.4 million albums, and earned more than 40 prestigious awards.
After initially announcing their farewell tour in 2020, the band is back on the road with renewed passion, celebrating their 25th anniversary and a recent collaborative album, Life Is a Highway: Refueled Duets, which features reimagined versions of their classic songs with contemporary artists.
Tickets for the February 20, 2026, concert at the Brookshire Grocery Arena go on sale Friday, August 15, 2025, at 10 am.
Bossier City events calendar
Live music in Bossier City and other notable events in the area for your free time consideration. If you would like to add an event to the Bossier City free time calendar, send the details to email@bossiernow.com.
August 15: KC and the Sunshine Band will bring their classic funk and disco sound to the Riverdome at Horseshoe Casino & Hotel. 8 pm.
August 16: Anxious at the Louisiana Downs Casino
August 22: The Marshall Tucker Band at Margaritaville Resort Casino
August 31: The 14th Annual Shreveport Blues & Southern Soul Pre-Labor Day Fest at Festival Plaza
September 12: Hudson Westbrook and the Texas Forever Fall Tour. Shreveport Municipal Auditorium.
September 13: Lainey Wilson at the Brookshire Grocery Arena
October 3: Billy Bob Thornton & The Boxmasters at Margaritaville
October 17: Zach Top and his Cold Beer and Country Music tour at the Brookshire Grocery Arena.
October 18: Wanda Sykes and her Please and Thank You tour at the Horseshoe Bossier City.
October 24: Styx at the Live Casino & Hotel Louisiana. 8:00 pm. Tickets start at $59.99. Must be 21+
November 20: ZZ Top at Shreveport Municipal Auditorium
December 12: Jiaoying Summers at the Live! Casino and Hotel. Get ready for a night of fearless, dark, and laugh-out-loud comedy from a global sensation with over 1 billion views online! You’ve seen her viral “Uber Karen” sketch and hilarious English name roasts — now catch her live on her “What Specie Are You?” tour!
February 20: Rascal Flatts at the BGA.
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