In Bossier City Saturday: Nobody's hotter in country music than Lainey Wilson right now
Plus — No tax on the agenda at Wednesday's Bossier City Council meeting, but local businessman urges attendance.
Tuesday, September 9, 2025
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Lainey Wilson brings her Whirlwind World Tour to Bossier City this Saturday
There's nobody hotter in country music right now. Fresh off six Country Music Award nominations announced just yesterday, including Entertainer of the Year and Single of the Year, Lainey Wilson rolls into Bossier City Saturday with her Whirlwind World Tour at the Brookshire Grocery Arena.
And with her hometown of Baskin less than 150 miles from Bossier, we’ll go ahead and claim her as a local.
It's been a whirlwind year of accolades — including a Grand Ole Opry induction, a CMA co-hosting gig, and the release of her critically acclaimed album Whirlwind — Wilson is riding a wave of momentum that’s sweeping across the globe. Her chart-topping hits like 4x4xU, Watermelon Moonshine and Heart Like A Truck have cemented her place as one of country’s most dynamic voices.
Joining her on stage will be special guests ERNEST and rising star Maddox Batson. With a nearly sold-out tour and a reputation for electrifying live performances, Wilson’s stop in Bossier is expected to draw fans from across the region.
Tickets are still available. Saturday, September 13, 2025, Doors open at 6:00 pm, the show starts at 7:00 pm.
No tax on the agenda at Wednesday's Bossier City Council meeting, but local businessman urges attendance
The Bossier City Council was originally scheduled to vote on a property tax increase at this week's meeting. That ordinance, sponsored by Mayor Tommy Chandler, was unanimously defeated by the council last month.
Nevertheless, a local businessman is urging citizens to attend the council meeting.
Bill Alley of Landmark Realty has been front-and-center at recent council meetings due to a sweeping increase to a public works fee imposed on apartment complexes. Now, Alley is asking Bossier City citizens to attend Wednesday's city council meeting (rescheduled from Tuesday) — but not to discuss fees or taxes, but to thank the council for its transparency.
"We need everyone to attend this meeting Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 3 pm if possible, at the Bossier Council chambers," Alley said. "Please encourage everyone you can to attend this meeting. We want to fill the Council Chambers with standing room only to say thank you to the seven City Council members for bringing transparency to our City Government."
Since there will be no taxes or fees for the Council to consider at the meeting, Alley says citizens are simply being asked to show support for the new Council's direction. And to encourage the Chandler administration to be fiscally conservative.
"We want to send Mayor Chandler a strong message: 'No more increases' in Taxes, Sanitation, Beautification, EMS Fees or Water Bills. As we all live within our means, the Mayor and his administration need to do the same thing. Again, we want to say thank you to the seven Council Members and send the Mayor a loud and clear message, no more increases," Alley added.
Local chef hosts Sunday afternoon celebration of rice
Tickets are now available for an unforgettable dining experience with one of the hottest chefs in the Bossier City area.
2024 Louisiana Food Prize Golden Fork Winner, Chef Melvin Nelson of Chef Mel: Chef Services, is ready to expand your mind and your palette with the boundless possibilities found in one simple grain: rice!
Set to the sounds of his favorite music, surrounded by art, and immersed with kindred foodie spirits, guests will enjoy a Sunday afternoon paired with four courses of rice dishes exploring bold international flavors.
With only 25 seats available, space is limited, so do not wait. Tickets are $70, tax-deductible, and nonrefundable.
Bodcau Dam Road closure scheduled for culvert replacement
The Bossier Parish Highway Department will temporarily close Bodcau Dam Road beginning today, Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at 7:00 a.m. to begin culvert replacement work. The closure is expected to remain in effect through Friday, September 12, 2025, weather permitting.
The work zone is located approximately 1.7 miles north of LA Hwy 157 from the Bellevue end and 5.5 miles south of LA Hwy 157 from the northern end of Bodcau Dam Road.
During the closure:
Addresses 100 – 950 Bodcau Dam Road will be accessible from LA Hwy 157 at Bellevue.
Addresses 951 – 3000 Bodcau Dam Road will be accessible from LA Hwy 157 at the northern end.
Drivers are advised to plan alternate routes and exercise caution in the area.
Nighttime lane closure: I-220 Cross Lake Bridge westbound
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development advises motorists that on the night of Thursday, September 11, 2025, a portion of the inside westbound lane on the I-220 bridge over Cross Lake will be closed.
This nighttime lane closure is scheduled to take place from approximately 9:00 pm to 5:00 am, and is necessary to allow crews with the City of Shreveport to perform repairs to the street lighting system on the bridge.
This lane closure is located approximately 1.3 miles west of the LA 173 (Hilry Huckaby III) interchange.
City of Bossier City to host 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony Thursday
Join the City of Bossier City and Keep Bossier Beautiful for a solemn 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony to honor and remember the lives lost and the heroes who emerged on that fateful day 24 years ago.
The ceremony will include a moment of silence, speeches from distinguished guests, and special performances.
Thursday, September 11, 2025, 9:00 am at Liberty Garden, Bossier City municipal complex.
Program highlights:
9:03 a.m.: Moment of Silence
Master of Ceremonies: Louis Johnson, Bossier City Public Information Officer
Welcome Address: The Honorable Tommy Chandler, Mayor of Bossier City
Opening Invocation: Rev. Lee Jeter, Good Hope Baptist Church of Bossier City
Presentation of Colors: Bossier High School - Air Force Junior ROTC
Pledge of Allegiance: Charlee Prothro, Haughton High School - 11th grade
National Anthem: Jenny Arnette, Wife of Firefighter Chad Arnette
Essay Contest Winner: 5th Grade Bossier Elementary School Student - TBD, “What is a Hero?”
Introduction of Keynote Speaker: Colonel Russ Mathers (Ret.), United States Air Force, Director, Strikewerx Cyber Innovation Center
Keynote Speaker: Colonel Warren G. Ward (Ret.), United States Air Force, Executive Director, Louisiana Tech Research Institute
Closing Prayer & Benediction: Rev. Justin Haigler, Lead Pastor, Simple Church
Special Tribute: 3000 flags placed on POW Drive by students from Camp Minden Youth Challenge Program
Bossier law enforcement encourages neighborhoods to celebrate National Night Out in October
The Bossier City Police Department, the Bossier City Fire Department, the Bossier City Marshal’s Office, and the Bossier Parish Sheriff’s Office are inviting neighborhoods across the community to participate in National Night Out.
This year's event, designed to heighten crime prevention awareness and strengthen police-community relations, will be held on October 7, 2025, from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
"We believe that strong relationships between law enforcement and the community are key to making our city a safe place for everyone," said Police Chief Daniel Haugen. "We look forward to
seeing our neighbors and working together to build an even stronger community."
"National Night Out is the perfect chance for residents to connect with the men and women who serve their community every day," Sheriff Julian Whittington said. "These face-to-face conversations help build lasting relationships between law enforcement and the families they serve.”
Neighborhoods and local community organizations are encouraged to host block parties, cookouts, and special events. During the event, police officers and other first responders will visit registered events to meet residents and participate in the festivities. For more information about National Night Out in Bossier Parish, or how your neighborhood can get involved, contact the Bossier Parish Sheriff’s Office at (318) 965-3553.
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