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o close out 2021, we’re excited to bring you the annual “Best of” issue, a compilation of people’s choice votes of favorites in the Shreveport-Bossier area. You’ll find a list inside, with the first-place award in each category in red and the additional favorites listed in alphabetical order.

As you finish your holiday shopping, we encourage you to shop local, to help support our businesses, restaurants, service providers, and ultimately the local economy.

Check out the holiday gift guide section for some great ideas.

The December home feature is a new build in Benton known for having 15 beautifully decorated trees and filled throughout with holiday decor.

We’ve included several articles that present ideas for the holidays and preparing for 2022. Look for some favorite columns like Manology, Beauty Boss, and Pets, plus Eye on SB photos and the events calendar.

Whether you find the holidays to be a joyous occasion, a time of sorrow, or someplace in between, may you find peace and comfort this season.

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Mike McSwain Mike McSwain and Larrson McSwain presented “Along for the Ride,” an exhibit of paintings, photos, sketchbooks, drawings, cut-outs, collages, conversation and billboards sharing the beauty they found on the road. What started off as a detour to take a picture of the beautiful bluebonnets, on the side of the road in Texas became a journey of finding beauty in the everyday world we live. The McSwains began noticing the artistry of nature and structures along their trip, touring Texas, Colorado, and even New York, where Larrson resides. The Father-Son duo began to notice the allure of their hometown Shreveport and created 150 plus pieces of art, inspired by their time together on the road. Located on 3 floors of artspace, “Along for the Ride” runs through January 15th. 1. Mike McSwain and son, Larrson. 2. William Joyce with Hilary Wooley and Maximus 3. Architect and Artist Mike McSwain with Mike Gallagher, Assistant General Manager & CFO at Margaritaville Resort Casino and Boomtown Casino Bossier City 4. Damien and Jazmine Ford 5. Chuck Watts and Tracie Isom 6.

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Guest speaker Erin Merryn is a “Voice for the Voiceless.” Erin is a childhood sexual abuse survivor, turned author, speaker, child advocate and activist, and founder and president of Erin’s Law. 1. Waynette Ballengee and Jessica Milan Miller with the Gingerbread House Children’s Advocacy Center staff of coordinators, directors, and counselors 2. Gingerbread House Board President Waynette Ballengee 3. Gingerbread CEO Jessica Milan Miller, Guest Speaker Erin Merryn, incoming Board President Julianna Parks, and Board President Waynette Ballengee 4. Delia Jeffcoat with Julianna Parks and her husband Judge Santi Parks 5. Peggy Nuckolls, Judy Lenert, Jean Cooper and Donna Brazzel 6. Bossier City Marshal Jim Whitman and Deputy Marshal Roy Proctor with Attorney Doug Stinson 7. Patty Rogers, Cindy Aubrey and Nicole Wilhite

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A confetti premiere of 3 LED lit artist trees (Artistrees) named “Diamonds for Jim” was held at the Caddo Common Park. The radiant electric blue metal trunks and yellow and amber lit leaves are the creative work of artist team Bruce Allen and the late Jim Hayes.

As the community gathered for the Artistrees debut, some participated with Ron Hardy and his Circle of Life Drums. Even Mayor Adrian Perkins played the drums with musician Ron Hardy during the confetti celebration.

This creative addition to Caddo Common Park was a community effort involving public and private partnerships. 1. Designer and Artist Bruce Allen with his “Artistrees” that he and the late Jim Hayes designed.

2. LeMar Flukers with Evann and Mayor Adrian Perkins 3. Ro Williams with Wendy Benscoter, executive director of Shreveport Common, Inc. and Alexandra Meachum 4. Marquel Sennet, Shelly Ragle, and Drew Mouton 5. Steve and Sue Martin with Samantha Iris and Kyle Martin of Martin Specialty Coatings who gave the metal bases of the trees their shiny reflective candycoated finish.

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Magnolia Ballroom. Captain Shante Wells and Co-Captain Elect Sharon Braggs introduced Anthony Tisdale as Harambee King XXI and Cheryln Prescott as Harambee Queen XXI. Guests grabbed their umbrellas or linen napkins to join the Royals for a second line dance. 1. Harambee Queen XXI Cheryln Prescott 2. Harambee King XXI Anthony Tisdale and Rosaline Darty 3. Harambee Captain XXI Shante Wells 4. Harambee King XXI Anthony Tisdale, Queen XXI Cheryln Prescott, and Captain XXI Shante Wells 5. Former Harambee Royals 1

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SB BEAUTY BOSS

BY JON PAULE CALCOTE

As we round out 2021, let’s look back at some of the biggest trends we covered this year in fashion, hair, and makeup that many fashion and beauty insiders anticipate we’ll see again in 2022!

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Knee High Boot After years of stacked booties and ankle boots (still very fabulous and stylish!), the knee-high boot is back in the spotlight as a great go-to option.

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Lace Apparel Whether it’s a full lace top or lace accents, this soft feminine look is a great staple in your wardrobe.

Shoulder Accents Whether it is a ruffle shoulder cut out or a little sparkle, any form of detailing on the shoulder is huge.

Denim on Denim Play up the cool edgy look of the “Canadian Tuxedo” by mixing and matching different washes and shades of denim.

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Bangs are a huge trend being carried over from the past two seasons. Consult your hair stylist to choose the best length to compliment your face shape.

Braids Whether wearing a full braid or just a few accent braids, this trend will keep your hair style seasonably cute no matter the time of year.

Hair Accessories such as headbands, clips and combs are a quick and easy way to add something to your look.

Metallics on the eyes and lips are back in full force in the world of beauty and fashion.

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Berries for the Lips Show your lips some love with rich berry colors. Trendy bold lips look great in person and on that Zoom business meeting too!

Pastels from lash line into crease will call attention to your eyes.

That Glow Create a radiant complexion by choosing winter makeup with a dewy glow rather than a matte finish.

Fluffy Brows The 1990s gave us the over-tweezed brow, followed later by Instagram’s favorite “blocky” brows. Now, fluffy natural looking brows are on point.

Textured Cut Shaggy cuts, curtain bangs and lots of layers are fabulous trendy hair cut options, which look great at various lengths, depending on your style.

Bobbed Hair Cut The timeless and classic bob is sprouting up. A bob cut can be worn in various lengths; just make sure the length you choose is fitting for your facial features.

Always remember to play up one feature— either eyes or lips. Don’t overdo it!

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This two-story traditional bungalow is all about the details.

Festive lights, wreaths, garland, nutcrackers, candles and beautifully decorated Christmas trees—all with a sprinkling of holiday romance— that turn this home into a holiday wonder. Bring on the Hallmark movies and cookie swaps.

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enton, LA. Spanning over eight acres, the home of Jennifer Maxwell-Lebleu and Jason Lebleu rests on a cleared patch of land dotted with hardwoods. Seclusion is provided from neighboring homes through a thicket of massive mature longleaf pines, all which surround the property on all sides. It’s a place where the openness of the landscape and relaxed pace help create an allure that is matched only by its own internal comfort—a feeling of both luxury and southern charm.

Operating from a blank canvas, Jennifer, along with her husband Jason, chose the site because they wanted a home that nestled in with the tress and was built into the land. As a couple who enjoys hosting their family and friends, they wanted a large enough space to comfortably

welcome and accommodate their guests.

Though sleek and elegant, “the home was built for us as we age, Jennifer admits, “so comfort was an essential must.”

Spending years designing the home themselves, the couple finally turned to Robbie Jackson of Jackson Home Builders, a Bossier City-based custom home builder, to help finalize their vision. “Specializing in residential projects with a personalized approach to livable luxury, Robbie was able to find the best long-term solution for most of our needs—both practically as well as aesthetically—to achieve our design goals.”

In addition to attaining an “old” look with new construction, Jennifer and Jason were able to strike the right balance of proportion and perspective for their 3,400-square-foot home—something strong enough to stand as a testament to the way they wanted to live their lives.

“It’s a sizeable structure,” Jennifer explained, “but the inside really does not feel like a large house.”

“We designed the house and positioned the windows so that every room has a view in at least two directions—if not three—of the natural, panoramic surroundings. A two-point perspective view, or a corner view, where you are looking in two or more directions is so much more dynamic than a stationary one-point view,” she continued. “Whether it’s at a corner, or looking through the house into another room’s windows and to the outside, we wanted always to be seeing through and out to nature.”

At every turn, strong horizontal and vertical alignments and subtle details are balanced with angles and curves. Radius arches, moldings, and trim create an elegant softness throughout the home. Not surprisingly, these details were brought forward with intention. Architectural details support the home’s sense of longevity and scale, as if they were part of an original structure that has expanded through the decades. Most notably, Jennifer adds, “Our style breaks the symmetry, adding definition and character.”

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the doors and windows—an eye-catching focal point—allowing in an abundance of natural light.

Jason, who did much of the interior construction himself—from painting to carpentry to laying the custom tile no one wanted to install—was able to employ a variety of sizes, configurations and product options to accomplish the intended vision. “The house, from the crown moldings, door and window casings, baseboards, windows, transoms and hardware, it’s all very subtle, but necessary,” states Jennifer. “I like the purity of it all with all the unique style and details.”

all decorated in garlands, baubles, and fifteen flocked Christmas trees, perfectly placed throughout the house.

“I’ve adorned every little nook and cranny when it comes to Christmas,” admits Jennifer. “I try to make it as whimsical as possible.”

The completed project successfully blends past and present to create a timeless home with traditional and modern details. The residence establishes roots with the land and captures views of its surrounding beauty. “With the open floor plan, you really feel like you are living in and among the trees,” Jennifer concludes. Not to mention, the home is really decked out for the holidays. Step inside and see how she fully embraces her style and creates a shimmering home trimmed in her personal flair.

As the owner of Mama Noel Design—a specialty boutique business that specializes in creating “recipes” for Christmas decorating—Jennifer tackles multiple spaces inside and outside the house with a “no holds barred” mindset, layering holiday magic all over while maintaining the home’s distinct identity. “I think Christmas sings in a traditional home,” she says. “This house absolutely lends itself to be decked out for Christmas.” By accentuating her personal style, Jennifer is able to create a welcoming spot for her family and friends to enjoy throughout the season. Her color palette varies, adding in textures and sweet details that give the home a magical touch. “I wanted to bring in pops of color that aren’t traditional Christmas colors and blend them with traditional Christmas décor,” she notes. “Flocked trees, furs, and textures provide a different look.”

Dreamy Holiday Décor When it comes to Christmas décor, anything and everything is on the table, literally, when it comes to the holidays—from mantles to countertops to tables galore—

Metallics further elevate the spaces—from the living room to the kitchen to the master bedroom. Careful to keep the décor from becoming gaudy, Jennifer uses both gold and silver just often enough that it acts as a neutral tone, but

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not so repeatedly that it overwhelms.

In the living room, the designer’s foundation is the classic combination of white and grey; the addition of gold and silver accents results in a look that is luxurious yet approachable.

There is also a casual quality to it, she notices. “There’s a story told in my decorations, especially in my Christmas trees. I love doing really big, wild trees, and decorate them to be magical and fun. I think trees should be sentimental.”

With dazzling arrays of lights and decorations, it’s no question that the Christmas trees are the statement piece of any room—they shimmer in the foyer, the master bedroom, the kitchen and, of course, the living room. They brighten the ‘dirty kitchen,’ pantry and dining room, where mini faux saplings glisten in anticipation of Santa’s arrival. Even the dogs have a tree in the laundry room.

Bejeweled Elegance Though Jennifer’s Christmas trees have similar natural elements in their “recipe,” each tree varies in color pal-

ette from room-to-room. “I stay pretty neutral with grays and whites in my home,” says Jennifer. This allows her to have a red and green tree palette in one room and a gold and pastel palette in another.

The tree in the living room is filled with a combination of ornaments, both large and small, and a giant star tops it off. Sprinklings of light blue teardrops and perfectly placed flowers add texture and charm to nearly every

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bough. “It’s like a giant flower arrangement,” Jennifer says of the living room’s signature piece. And like flower bouquets, the trees change depending on the extra pieces added. “I like to balance the interest with different heights that change from room-to-room. Even changing the ribbon can affect the feel of a tree.”

Additionally, the living room’s tree has twinkling lights, accent ornaments, and gold dusted magnolia leaves and exudes its own flavor and identity. “My goal with the living room’s tree was to make it look like a beautiful piece of jewelry through extensive layering with mostly gold and silver holiday decorations—which complement the decorations on the mantle. The trick is varying the different sizes, shapes and textures of the ornaments. The result is controlled chaos and dense shimmer,” adds Jennifer.

Elsewhere in the house, Jennifer’s approach to decor relies on natural materials and greenery, but with no less an eye for intricate detail. In the kitchen—with its massive island—the decorations are more relaxed and, when viewed close up, reveals a plethora of goodies. This is the overall theme of her designs—it becomes all about those tucked-in, hidden details.

“If I want a bit of glamour, which I love, I just drop in touches of silver and gold,” she says. “Against a neutral background, their shine makes any room feel special.”

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Indoor and Outdoor Décor Another key component to Jennifer’s look is her use of natural elements in her holiday setup. There is an English woodland feel—with red berries, evergreen, branches and pinecones without the glitter. Of course, there are the nutcrackers, adding to the overall effect.

Overall, by accentuating her personal style at the holidays, Jennifer is able to create a welcoming spot for anyone to enjoy during the holidays. “I love my work and love playing with textures and colors, but I want home to be about spending time with my family,” she says. “Everything at my home is both casual and spontaneous.”

Family Time Jennifer says everyone wanting a similar look should try to keep things simple. “I like using textures and different layers.” Having a neutral background, she says, is a great way to save on holiday splendor. Adding pops of color and switching things in and out can be done quite easily with any aesthetic.

Try to ready your home well in advance, she suggests.

That way, you will have time to play around with texture and color. If you decorate your tree like you would arrange a bouquet of flowers, you will then have time to achieve the perfect Christmas arrangement, making sure the various heights are dynamic and balanced. “Use recipes and decorations that you love, but don’t overthink your holiday entertaining.”

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Christmas Design 101

Want your home to look like Jennifer’s? Here are some helpful tips for achieving a simple, yet elegant Christmas interior.

Products, materials and suppliers for this project include, but not limited to: Jackson Home Builders, Bossier City, Robbie Jackson, Contractor; The Cottage, Shreveport, all kitchen and utility room appliances; Fischer Gambino, New Orleans, interior lighting; Bevolo Gas and Electric, New Orleans, exterior gas lamps; Floor & Decor, Dallas, interior and exterior slate coverings; Caddo Stone, Waskom, countertops; Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery, Dallas, plumbing fixtures; Bodcau Services, electrical; Mama Noel Design, Benton, interior decorations.

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Thank you Shreveport/Bossier for voting us as the

BEST LANDSCAPE COMPANY IN TOWN!

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After moving into the Branch Manager position, the ideas, visions, and goals I had for this company started flowing. I knew where I wanted to take the branch and I knew the sacrifice that would come along with making it all happen. To be successful in a very cutthroat industry you have to constantly create new relationships while maintaining and being attentive to your existing ones. To be able to implement the desires and goals that I have for Thrive Mortgage, I had to surround myself with an epic team of people that have the same passion as I do. I started with adding my longtime friend of 15 years to the team, Jill McCoy… together we have accomplished more than I had ever envisioned Thank you Shreveport/Bossier for voting for us the #1 in such a short amount mortgage company for 2021, we are so very appreciative of you! of time. Jill is also a licensed mortgage originator for Louisiana as hrive Mortgage opened their Shreveport branch well as the Loan Production Partner for our branch and I in March of 2020; although we are fairly new to could not be more grateful for all that she does. the area we have big plans on being a staple What is next for 2022? We are hoping to add a new Loan within the Shreveport/Bossier community. We Originator to our team this year to allow our branch to believe that our time with our clients during the home grow even more. Thrive Mortgage also finances new conpurchase process is more than a transaction, it’s a partstruction homes, we have our very own BUILD departnership. We partner with you to make sure every home ment that works one on one with the builder. My goal is to add several builders to my network for 2022 to acpurchasing decision achieves your short-term needs on commodate my new build clientele and my realtor partthe way to your long-term goals. Beyond providing the ners that are wanting to venture into the avenue of new very best for our clients, our goal is to help our commuconstruction. nities thrive as well by simply achieving the American Dream, homeownership!

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BY ADAM BAILEY

hink the whole holiday gift giving thing is completely overdone and a waste of time and money? Think again. Studies show that a little generosity can actually benefit your wellbeing. Need proof? Here are some benefits.

Giving Makes You Feel Happy. Seeing the pure joy on the faces of someone you’ve just helped or given a gift brings you immediate joy as well, right? Right. According to Psychology Today, humans can enjoy something called the “helper’s high,” an instant sense of fulfillment and comfort when you see someone happy with an action you’ve performed. The helper’s high is actually your body’s release of the chemical dopamine, a feel-good neurotransmitter. Your body is chemically telling itself to feel happy.

Giving is Good for Your Health. Giving back is obviously a heart-warming affair but it could also do a whole lot more for your heart than warm it. Studies show that giving helps lower your blood pressure and levels of anxiety—both major contributors to heart disease. There’s even research suggesting that giving can help givers, especially older adults, sleep more soundly. Feeling a little blue? Go out and make someone else’s day, and sleep better at night. Literally!

Giving Enhances Your Social Network and Improves Relationships. By nature, humans are social creatures, so through giving, you’re building better social connections and contributing to your role in society—leading to increased confidence and a positive self-image and decreased negative emotions. For example, when you volunteer or give monetarily, you become part of a caring, united and cohesive group. By becoming part of this community, you will be afforded numerous chances to meet new people and to make new friends, where you will have ample opportunity to demonstrate that you care about others and value those relationships. In so doing, others will reciprocate by drawing closer to you. This dynamic interaction will not only make a difference in someone else’s life, but it will also improve your social support and strengthen your network—thus giving you a greater feeling of belonging to something greater than yourself.

Giving Evokes a Sense of Empathy and Gratitude. Empathy is the ability to understand and share the feelings of another—and it is a particularly valuable emotion and a concrete benefit of charitable giving. Specifically, when you see others in need, you literally can feel their pain.

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This emotion creates an internal distress, which signals you to take action—most often in the forms of providing assistance or monetary support. In so doing, by helping others you relieve some of the distress that we are experiencing and that makes us feel better. In this glorious cycle of demonstrating empathy and experiencing gratitude, you encounter the very best benefits that charitable giving has to offer.

Giving Increases Your Sense of Self-Worth. Adolescents in particular can benefit from giving—it helps them develop a sense of self-worth and community. Those that engage in self-focused behavior rather than social give-back are generally unsuccessful in their quest for happiness and meaning.

hundreds of people, some of whom they do not know or have never met.

So whether you buy gifts, volunteer your time, or donate money to charity this holiday season, your giving is much more than just a year-end chore. It may help you build stronger social connections and even jumpstart a cascade of generosity through the community. And don’t be surprised if you find yourself benefiting from a big dose of happiness in the process.

Giving is Contagious. When you give, you not only help the immediate recipient of your gift, you also spur a ripple effect of generosity through the community. When one person behaves generously, it inspires observers to behave generously later, toward different people. In fact, your generosity is said to have the potential to spread by three degrees—from person-to-person-toperson-to-person. Thus, each person in a network can influence dozens or even

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We at iShuttle are honored to be awarded Shreveport-Bossier’s Best Limo/Party Bus company!

This year has been full of challenges for us all, and in the group transportation industry, those challenges have been great. Yet here we are, at the end of the year, having had the best year in our company’s history by so many measures.

Our success is the result of a dedicated team effort, from our talented drivers to logistics professionals to administrators. Our amazing staff continues to set the standard for excellent customer service and driver safety. iShuttle began this year still under strict COVID restrictions, reduced staff and service hours. We had no idea what the future had in store. Yet, this year we have expanded services with LSUHS, Ochsner, Caddo Council on the Aging, and have resumed services with all our local partners.

We’re excited to have been part of more than 100 weddings in 2021 and serviced a full schedule of corporate events.

This year we have invested almost one-half million dollars in new vehicles, given pay raises to every employee, and managed to keep all our employees healthy and safe. We’ve made sizable investments in driver training, safety and compliance management technologies which will continue giving our team a competitive advantage and ensure that iShuttle drivers and vehicles remain the best on the road!

We are looking forward to meeting the transportation needs of our community in 2022. Thank you!

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Thank you Shreveport and Bossier City for voting us number one across all aesthetic services! We are honored to be your go to office for cosmetics. Dr. Lindsey Pennington, double board certified facial plastic surgeon, and Dr. Skylar Souyoul, board certified dermatologist, both strive to bring out the natural beauty in all of their patients through cutting edge technology and a team of women who truly care.

If you haven’t experienced the difference at Lindsey Pennington, MD Facial Plastics, call and make your complimentary consultation appointment today! Along with their team of medical estheticians, they are available for cosmetic or in-depth skin consultations to assess what products and treatment plans are best for you as an individual. Dr. Pennington is highly specialized in facial procedures, injections, and surgery. She offers a full array of services from non-invasive injections of Botox and dermal fillers such as Juvéderm and Restylane to more in depth surgical procedures such as rhinoplasty (nose job), blepharoplasty (eyelid lifts), and rhytidectomy (facelifts and neck lifts). Dr. Souyoul specializes in disorders of the skin covering the entire body.

Her expertise with non-invasive devices and injections of neurotoxins such as Botox and dermal fillers make her a natural fit to team up with Dr. Pennington and offer north Louisiana the region’s best cosmetic services, and SB Magazine readers agree! Come experience the difference at Lindsey Pennington, MD Facial Plastics!

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‘Tis the Season to get your Glam On!

Happy Holidays!

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We are a one stop shop salon that caters to everyone’s busy schedule! We understand that our clients require multiple services to upkeep themselves by looking good and feeling good. Our salon is the only salon in town that allows licensed professionals such as cosmetologists, estheticians, and nail technicians to provide services for one client all at the same time. We also cater to your licensed professionals by giving them the perfect salon to perform all they have learned in Beauty School. Glamor’Us is a one of a kind one stop shop!

Thank you SBC for voting us the #1 Nail Salon and your favorite day spa and eyelash salon!

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Thank you Shreveport/Bossier for voting us your

#1 ANTIQUE STORE!

Put Kings Antiques and More on your Christmas Wishlist.

Multi-Shop Antique Mall!

Antiques, Furniture, Art, Jewelry & MUCH MORE! 16,000 square ft of Uniqueness.

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Thank You For Voting Us “Best Gift Shop” & Supporting Local Businesses!

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Thank You For Voting Us “Best Burger, Best Fried Fish & Best Salad” & Supporting Local Businesses!

Holiday Catering!

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THANK YOU SHREVEPORT/BOSSIER FOR VOTING DREAM VACATIONS YOUR #1 VACATION SPECIALISTS! Call Dream Vacations where we make your travel dreams come true! — Free Vacation Planning for Honeymoons, Disney, Cruise Getaways and All-Inclusive destinations from your local vacation specialist, Crissy Parikh! Travel is Happiness!

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#1 INTERIOR DESIGN Furniture • Home Accessories • Wall Decor Custom Bedding & Drapery • Gifts

Happy Holidays Thank you to our wonderful customers for their loyalty and support. We love serving the Shreveport Bossier area and outlying communities! For your Interior Design needs call for an appointment!

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Luxury Christmas Décor Awaits You

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Thank you for VOTING! Be sure to put Simply Chic Boutique on your Christmas Wishlist!

Merry Christmas!

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WE CAN CREATE IT!

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SHREVEPORT’S

PREMIER FLOTATION THERAPY STUDIO

Reduce Inflammation Soothe Back & Joint Pain • Relieve Stress Enjoy 60 minutes floating on 12-inches of salt-saturated water. As your muscles relax and your spine decompresses, your mind is able to disconnect from our busy world and experience true rest.

We can’t wait to see you at Float Shreveport!

Name brand fashions and shoes 50-70% off original price!

New items arriving daily!

Follow us on Facebook for specials & sales!

PURCHASE GIFT CARDS ONLINE! 318-426-1910 714 Azalea Dr. Shreveport, LA

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318-869-0208

PRIVATE PARTIES • WEDDINGS • BAR SHOWS

We Bring the Bayou to You Authentic Cajun Cuisine

Thank you for voting us a favorite in the Shreveport/Bossier area! See you next year for the 2022 crawfish season!

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COLE LOGGINS ONE OF THE BEST DJS/KARAOKE

Mon: Pepitos 6-9 Tue: Strange Brew 10-1 Wed: Bilbo Baggins 10-1 Thurs: Roundbar 9-12 Fri: Barchord 9-12

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#1 Best Desserts

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Family-owned with friendly service for over 57 years!

• If you don’t see it, we’ll find it for you!

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This Christmas, trust the expert!

Custom Cakes Cookies Desserts

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Sugar COOKIE

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he Sugar Cookie Cocktail is a sweet, buttery drink with a delicate vanilla flavor of a frosted sugar cookie. However, while it tastes like a simple sugar cookie, it definitely has a kick that will add some jolly to your holiday festivities. It’s basically a drinkable, loaded cookie.

The flavor profile is lifted by vanilla-flavored vodka. Vanilla vodka is an absolute must—it has just a touch of sweetness and is less aggressive than plain vodka. You’ll also need to pick up some amaretto and a bottle of Irish cream. Get that cocktail shaker out, and get ready to shake! Combine the ingredients in the shaker, shake, and pour into your glass. It is as easy as that.

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Spread frosting along the rim of a glass. Pour the sprinkles into a shallow dish, and dip the frosting-covered glass into the sprinkles.

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Combine the vanilla vodka, Irish cream, milk, amaretto, powdered sugar, and ice in a cocktail shaker. Close and shake for at least 20 seconds to mix and chill.

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The last part of the New Year’s Eve Sparkler is the Champagne. Don’t use a pricey bottle since it will be mixed with fruit, vodka, and juices. Be mindful to avoid anything too sweet—or else the drink could end up a syrupy mess.

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2. Garnish with raspberries on a long skewer.

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Call today to book your special event in our newly renovated private rooms!

Visit www.frankslakitchen.com for more information.

For reservations call 318-688-3535 or use the Opentable app. Delivery is available using the On-the-Go Delivery app.

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WORLD FAMOUS CRAB CLAWS

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SERVED WITH CHEF’S FAMOUS REMOULADE

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IN CHEF ERNEST’S SECRET MARINADE

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Thank You for Voting Us as One of the Best Lighting Stores!

HomeLUXE

Your Place for Flooring, Lighting, & More!

Crossroads Shopping Center 1700 • Old Minden Rd, Bossier City, LA • Suite 183 • 318-656-3600

Visit us for all of your holiday shopping needs!

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than P. Arbuckle, Attorney at Law, LLC is a general practice, specializing in Probate/Succession Law, and Family Law. Our practice is committed to providing skilled, high-quality representation to all of our clients.

Ethan P. Arbuckle’s passion to help people in need is the main reason he chose a legal career. He prides himself on the longstanding relationships and loyalty his personalized service has created. Mr. Arbuckle is committed to winning your case and alleviating any stress you may have, by building a relationship with you that begins and ends with practicing open and honest communication.

Everything he does is with the intention of obtaining the best possible outcome and recovering the compensation you deserve. Ethan P. Arbuckle will fight for you relentlessly while providing you with the best legal experience and guidance throughout the process.

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G Track Your Progress. Type or handwrite a log for January. Begin with why you are going dry and what you expect to occur. Each day track how you feel, physically and mentally. It’s also a good idea to include other items like social outings, drink choices, exercise, weight, and how you filled your time to see how it changes.

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hether it’s a desire to be healthier, recover from the holidays, or reduce overall alcohol consumption, choosing a onemonth sobriety challenge to abstain from alcohol during January is beginning to catch on. A Morning Consult poll conducted in January 2021 found that 13 percent of respondents in the U.S. were participating in "Dry January,” up from 11 percent in previous years. Will that number keep rising in 2022?

People drink alcohol for a variety of reasons, including to make social connections and manage stress. More recently, it’s not uncommon to hear people admit to drinking more during the pandemic. Read on to find out if participating in Dry January might be enticing to you.

Ever thought about some of the negative effects alcohol can have? Here are some benefits that may come with Dry January: • • • •

Better Decision-Making Better Sleep More Energy Clearer Head

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Healthier Liver Lower Blood Glucose Weight Loss Better Skin

Thinking of trying it? Here are some ways to approach Dry January: G Plan Ahead. My mother always says, “plan your work and work your plan.” You definitely don’t want to get caught without a plan on this one. Determine what the hardest part will be for you and how you intend to tackle it. Use this list to plan for the resources and people you will turn to for support.

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G Determine Your New Routine. If you like to come home every day after work and have a drink on your favorite sofa, then your new routine could be as simple as swapping it out for a non-alcoholic drink on the sofa instead.

On the other hand, if you can’t imagine succeeding at that, then replace the entire scenario. Go to another room, or run an errand, visit a friend, or exercise during that time after work.

G Replace Your Drink. You may want an alcohol replacement, like non-alcoholic beer, wine, or sparkling wine, or something simple like sparkling water, soda water, or seltzer water with fresh fruit, juice, or herbs. Other options to explore are Kava, Kombucha, Mocktails, Shrubs, and Tea. Healthy non-alcoholic spirits in different flavors are also available, most with some combination of mixed adaptogens, botanicals, nootropics, spices, or fruits. Many have no calories, sweeteners, animal products, or additives, but you’ll need to check product labels. There are plenty of books and blog articles with recipes and advice for the sober curious.

G Ask a Friend to Participate. Having a friend or accountability partner in the challenge will be a big asset toward success. Even if they don’t want to be a part, you can still ask them for support.

G Exercise More. Now that you have more time (and energy?), try walking, running, swimming, yoga, meditation, biking, playing a sport, or another favorite activity that gets you moving.

G Start Something New. This could be a book or a project or a lesson or a hobby. Something that will appeal to the soul and focus the mind.

G Stay Away From Tempting People and Places. It’s only 31 days. Enough said.

G Get Back on the Wagon. If you find yourself having a drink, don’t give up completely. Nobody’s perfect. Just start fresh the next day with a goal to finish the month strong.

G Reflect. Be proud of your accomplishment and think about how you feel physically and emotionally. Read your log from start to finish to see what your challenges were and how you handled them.

Regardless if you decide to stay alcohol-free, reduce your alcohol intake, or return to your former habits, you will have a newfound awareness of your relationship with alcohol and its impact on your health and lifestyle.

This article is intended for informational purposes only. Please consult a doctor or treatment center before changing your diet or if you need help managing your alcohol consumption.

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rious cat. A snow globe can easily be knocked off a shelf and broken.

Broken glass on the floor can be a major hazard for you and your pet.

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hile families and friends get together this year to celebrate Christmas and indulge in the wonderful festive season, it is important that we remember to be mindful of our feline family members. Unfortunately, there are many dangers that your cat can encounter this holiday season. Some of these dangers are obvious, but some are not so obvious. Here is a list of some things to be aware of and the best way to keep your cat off Santa's Naughty List this year.

Sweets Don’t leave chocolate or other candies out where your pet can get to it. Even if it’s wrapped, never leave it under the Christmas tree, and always remember to place candy dishes out of their reach. The pancreas of dogs and cats are very sensitive to fatty and sugary foods, which can cause the organ to become inflamed.

Christmas Tree To prevent mischievous cats from using your Christmas tree as a new scratching post, try making a cat repellent to spray on your tree. Ř Ř Ř Ř Ř

Fill a 1-quart spray bottle with water.

Add a teaspoon of eucalyptus/peppermint oil to water.

Mix 1 tablespoon of lemon/orange oil into the bottle.

Close the bottle and shake the mixture thoroughly.

Spray the repellent onto the entire Christmas tree.

Also, it’s a good idea to secure your Christmas tree to a wall or doorway with some fishing line to help keep it from falling over if your cat gets the urge to climb it.

Candles and Snow Globes Never leave lit candles unattended. You don’t want your cat’s curiosity setting your house on fire. Your furry friend might have nine lives, but you definitely don’t. It’s always best to put your pet in a safe and secure place if you have candles lit. Snow globes can also be alluring to a cu-

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Christmas Tree Lights Everyone is mesmerized by Christmas lights—including your furry friend. Christmas lights present multiple dangers for your pet. They can get tangled up in them or get an electric shock. Unfortunately, your cat’s attraction to the pretty lights may lead to chewing on the wires, which could result in being electrocuted.

Hide and secure electrical cords for lights.

A pet-proof rubber cord protector is a good way to prevent injury.

Decorations, Tinsel, & Holiday Plants Be careful of dangling decorations; these can be a real choking or injury risk. Cats are attracted to shiny things that move, so be mindful of putting sparkly decorations within your kitty’s reach. You don’t want them eating ornaments or tinsel. Also, remember that mistletoe, holly berries, and poinsettias are toxic to pets. Keep these plants out of reach.

Prepare a Safe Space Create a safe place where your kitty could escape and relax from all of the holiday festivities. This is especially true when hosting parties or overnight guests that are unfamiliar to your pet. So find a room or a quiet part of your house that can serve as your cat's hideout during the holidays, preferably in a location close to the litter box. Make them comfortable by providing them with a bed and their favorite toys, and move the food and water dishes there, too.

Wishing you all a happy and pet-safe holiday season! The winter holidays are fun and exciting, but parties, decorations, and holiday foods can be hazardous for your pet. So as you prepare your holiday feast and deck the halls, keep this list in mind to ensure you and your furry feline have a safe and happy holiday.

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1. Let Them Know When You Plan to Arrive and Leave.

Let your host know what time you will arrive and what time you plan to leave. This gives them time on both ends to prepare for your coming and know when their hosting duties are finished! It’s respectful and allows your host to make plans for the rest of their day.

2. Bring a Gift. A grateful guest always brings their host a gift—at least a little something to show their gratitude.

No need to haul something huge and extravagant to their place. A local treat from your hometown bakery, a coffee table book, flowers, or bottle of wine are all classic wins, but you can be creative if you know their personality well!

Whether you’re crashing with a friend for convenience, invited for a leisurely stay at a cousin’s lake house, or headed to your future in-laws’ place for the first visit— house guest etiquette matters. If you have ever hosted family or friends, you know just how refreshing a well-behaved and respectful house guest is, and how exhausting a not-so-awesome house guest can be.

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3. Be Respectful of Their Schedules. During your time there, daily life may still happen for your host. Kids still need to go to school, parents to work, among other things!

Be wary of when you are in the way and give them space to do their usual routines!

4. Follow the House Rules. Each home is different! When you arrive, gently inquire about how things are done to avoid any misunderstandings. What time does everyone usually wake up and go to bed? Anything you should know about

the kids or pets? Should you leave the thermostat alone?

Pick up on other house rules—like whether you should take your shoes off or if you shouldn’t bring your phone to the dinner table—by being in tune with your hosts.

5. Limit Your Phone Use. Spending too much time with your face in a screen will make your hosts feel like they’re boring you (and, honestly, you might be boring them). It makes your company feel like there’s somewhere else you’d rather be, or someone else you’d rather be spending time with. Limit screen time and only check emails, texts, and social media in the privacy of your own room.

6. Be Extremely Helpful. Unhelpful guests rarely get invited back. Things you should offer to do—help prep or cook meals; set the table and do the dishes; drive people in your car; occupy the kids while their parents take a well-deserved nap; fix a little something around the house if you have the skills; or take the dog for a walk. Even if you’re turned down, your host will appreciate the gesture.

7. Offer to Buy Dinner. If applicable, treat your host to a nice dinner! This doesn’t have to be at a restaurant, you can simply offer to pay for some extra groceries. If you are driving around town a lot during your stay, you can also offer to pay for some gas as a sign of your gratitude.

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8. Leave Things Better Than How You Found Them. If there’s one thing to take away from these etiquette tips, it should be this—leave the place as clean as possible when you go. The last thing you want is for your host to have to hire a cleaner after your stay. On your last day, triple-check the bedroom and bathroom for your belongings, and strip the sheets and put them in a pillowcase at the foot of the bed. Do a quick wipe-down of the counters in the bathroom for toothpaste, extra cups, or loose hair.

And, of course, return any items to their place, like a book or magazine you borrowed from the bookshelf.

9. Make Sure You Say Thank You. Thank your host three times—when you arrive, when you’re about to leave, and once more after you’ve written a handwritten thank-you note. Believe me when I say an email won’t cut it. Throw in a specific detail about how much fun you had doing a certain activity, how hard you laughed at a particular story, or how delicious a specific meal was. Finish with an offer to open up your own place later on.

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Community is defined by the people and businesses that call it home and Shreveport-Bossier City is no different. From talented chefs to stunning event venues and places to shop, we share common goals of growth, improvement and a sense of pride in our corner of the state. The following businesses and professionals are leading the way and this year you voted them the Best of SB 2021.

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Jeff wants to say THANK YOU AGAIN and he, Christiana, Addie, and Annabelle wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Jeffrey Lyons began his career with Morgan Keegan in 2010, which was shortly thereafter acquired by Raymond James. Growing up with a dad as a financial advisor, he feels as though he has been doing this his whole life. Although there are many areas of wealth management, Jeff’s main areas of focus are private clients, investment management, retirement planning for individuals and businesses, life insurance, education planning, and estate planning.

Jeffrey’s mission in life is to create a Christ-centered, culture-changing community. He believes this is something we can do everywhere we go, in every conversation we have, and that it is a choice we make every day.

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Raymond James 40 Under 40 in 2019 & 2020

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ong before there was a term for it, humans have found solace in artistic expression. For centuries, people have found themselves and lighted their paths through music, artwork, words, and the stage. The arts have the power to unify people from all walks of life.

Glass blowing and sculpting requires great patience and intimacy that allows the artist to slow down and really become one with their artwork. In 2016, Eric Hess and his partner Michelle Pennington had a sit down with the Shreveport Regional Arts Council about bringing a glass studio to the Shreveport/ Bossier area and soon, Sanctuary Glass Studio was a reality. What started as a small group dedicated to making a change has grown to a thriving 501(c) (3) non-profit organization that touches thousands of lives each year.

The dream of starting a glass studio came to Hess after realizing how glass can be utilized to heal and improve people’s lives. “The more you get into it, the more you want to do,” he said. The Sanctuary Glass Studio offers create-yourown glass opportunities and the opportunity to hold group social or business events, which help fund the Sanctuary Art School.

The mission of Sanctuary Art School is to bring the glass arts into the underserved communities. It provides arts projects and classes for the elderly, veterans, disabled, children and families that are economically challenged. The school provides a means to access practice in the glass arts, making glass arts available to artists, students, and anyone wanting to utilize glass as an art form for a sliding scale fee. During the year the school offers classes in glass blowing, kiln casting, sand casting, glass mosaics, and hot sculpting. The name choice of “sanctuary” reflects its purpose: to be a safe place that’s fully accessible for all people regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, social/financial status, disability, or anything else.

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by Sanctuary was Glass Warriors. This program gives veterans with PTSD the opportunity to work through their struggles by focusing their attention on something other than their many mountains. Every eight weeks, two veterans are taught the art of glass and are given the opportunity to use their hands to create beauty. The delicacy of glassblowing encourages a sense of calm that is vital to battling PTSD. Sanctuary collaborates with local organizations to provide programs for those who wouldn’t normally have access to the arts. For example, once a month Volunteers of America and

Shriner’s Hospital bring in children for a day of fun to create glass artwork. These disadvantaged children and children fighting medical battles are free to express and explore in a healthy environment. Sanctuary also partners with Louisiana Association for the Blind and local nursing homes so residents may create mosaics and paint glass.

As Sanctuary looks to its future, the plan is to continue to expand to touch more lives. They are working on offering more mediums for artists and art enthusiasts such as painting, drawing, wood, iron, textiles, and photography.

Sanctuary Arts School and Glass Studio is also spearheading a statewide initiative to save the empty B’Nai Zion Temple in Downtown Shreveport, one of the most important architecturally significant historic buildings in the city.

The synagogue will give life to a 15,000 square foot glass studio that will be open to everyone in the community. The move to the Temple will ensure that generations of artists to come will have a place nearby to learn and create.

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SHELLEY NICOLE ARMSTRONG NAMED 2021 ATHENA INTERNATIONAL LEADERSHIP AWARD RECIPIENT BY GREATER SHREVEPORT CHAMBER The Greater Shreveport Chamber honored Shelley Nicole Armstrong, Ph.D., M.A.T., MCHES as the 2021 ATHENA Leadership Award recipient at the 31st Annual Leadership Award Luncheon, presented by Willis-Knighton Health System.

Dr. Shelley Armstrong’s passion for higher education, health and fitness has changed the lives of thousands in her community and across the U.S. during her 21-year career. Armstrong has mentored and motivated countless female students and athletes through her roles as academic program director, chair of health and exercise science, senior woman administrator of intercollegiate athletics at Walden University, and an NCAA Division I cross-country coach.

While her numerous career accomplishments are notable, her community projects, Kids on the Run and YOUth FIT, are equally impressive. In 2019, YOUth FIT, which promotes fitness, received the National Outstanding Youth Program Award.

As a professor, coach, community leader and mom of two young girls, Armstrong continually sets an example of living up to and beyond her leadership potential.

Dr. Armstrong was selected from among 16 especially accomplished honorees including: Lyndsi Alvarez of Precision Waste Solutions; Krystle Renee’ Beauchamp of the Parish of Caddo; Kathleen ‘Katie’ Bursley of United Way of Northwest Louisiana; Susan East of American Armature & Power Tool Repair, Inc.; Jana Freeman Forrest of BOM Bank; Von Jennings of Goodwill Industries of North Louisiana; Julie Gilley Milam of BRF’s Entrepreneurial Accelerator Program (EAP); Leslie Peck of SporTran; Margaret Claire Rebouche of Willis Knighton Health System; Miranda Small of Sam’s Town Hotel & Casino; Karen Soul, Ph.D. of Centenary College of Louisiana; LaToria Willis Thomas of United Way of Northwest Louisiana; Keely Verges of Brentwood Hospital; Felecia Latonya Williams of My Spa My Way and Ryan Williams of Seedlinks Behavior Management.

For more than 30 years, the Greater Shreveport Chamber has awarded the ATHENA International Leadership Award to a woman or man to honor their attainment of the highest level of professional excellence by showing creativity and initiative in their business or profession; to showcase their devotion, time and energy to improve the quality of life for others in the community in a meaningful way; and to demonstrate how they have opened doors for other women to achieve their full potential.

LSUS PSYCHOLOGY DEPARTMENT EARNS AWARDS, PRESENTS RESEARCH PROJECTS AT 2021 LSPA CONFERENCE LSU Shreveport faculty and students participated in the 2021 Louisiana School Psychological Association (LSPA) Annual Conference in early November. With the highest turnout of five faculty and 16 current students in attendance, they presented seven research projects and two groups earned awards.

“Participating in the state LSPA conference this year was a great success for the Department of Psychology and our school psychology graduate program,” LSUS Associate Professor Dr. Kevin Jones said. “It provided a meaningful opportunity to showcase LSU Shreveport’s research and practice innovations.”

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LSUS students shined in the research poster competition, a highly-anticipated part of the event.

Under Assistant Professor Dr. Steven Powell’s mentorship, Specialist in School Psychology majors Breiana Williams and Emilee Keuten earned the top prize for their presentation, “Function-Matched Intervention Planning: Implementation in a Secondary Education Setting.” Second place went to Specialist in School Psychology major Jasmyn Davenport and undergraduate Psychology majors Sierra Beall, Brooke Voorhies, Erika McDermotte, and Logan Kaliba for their presentation, “An Analysis of Treatment Trial Components That Evoke the Term Bribery Rather Than Reinforcement,” under Assistant Professor Dr. Seth Whiting’s mentorship.

Kaylee Dupree, Matthew Bynog, and April Tate, all Specialist in School Psychology majors, delivered student poster presentations.

LSUS Faculty also shared impactful research and aided in sessions and discussions. Dr. Katherine Wickstrom, the Associate Dean of the College of Education and Human Development and an Associate Professor of Psychology, and Dr. Lee Purvis, Assistant Professor of Psychology, contributed to several training sessions and roundtable discussions. These conversations specifically addressed the critical shortage of school psychologists and the impact of pandemic-related challenges on academic outcomes and the mental health of children.

Dr. Powell presented research on universal screenings for social-emotional concerns, and Dr. Whiting shared evidence-based interventions for teaching children self-control strategies. Dr. Jones discussed a study evaluating current training issues to university faculty and stakeholders from around the state.

LBRN AWARDS 6 LSUS SUMMER RESEARCH GRANTS SUPPORTING STUDENT PROJECTS The Louisiana Biomedical Research Network (LBRN) funded 6 LSUS faculty mentors and students to conduct biomedical research over the summer of 2021, out of a total of 29 in the state. LSUS had the most faculty mentors (6) of any participating campus. Students will present their research at the LBRN Annual meeting in January 2022.

“We know that collaborating with a faculty member for a research project has a lasting impact on student learning and career choices,” LSUS Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Dr. Helen Taylor said. “I am delighted that these faculty members have provided our students with this important opportunity. LSUS is very proud of these faculty and students as they work together on potentially life-changing research initiatives. They represent the way forward for our institution.”

The six include: Eric Phillip Clifford (graduate student, Master of Science in Computer Systems Technology program) • Project Title: Evaluate Correlations and Mine Drug Abuse Data from LSU Health Shreveport in Shreveport during 2011-2019 • Faculty Co-mentors: Dr. Urska Cvek (LSUS Department of Computer Science) and Dr. Nadejda Korneeva (LSUHS Department of Emergency Medicine) Supriya Karki (undergraduate student, Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences program) • Project Title: Developmental stages of olfactory sensory neurons in neonatal life vs. adulthood

Faculty Co-mentors: Dr. Stephanie Villalba (LSUS Department of Biological Sciences) and Dr. Kathryn A. Hamilton (LSUHS Department of Cellular Biology and Anatomy) Joseph Mondello (undergraduate student, Bachelor of Science in Computer Science program) • Project Title: Computational Molecular Ensemble Docking with SARS-CoV-2 Proteins • Faculty Mentor: Dr. Tauhid Alam (LSUS Department of Computer Science) Ethan James Manco (undergraduate student, Bachelor of Science in Computer Science program) • Project Title: Best practices for inter-conversion of EEG data formats • Faculty Mentor: Dr. Subhajit Chakrabarty (LSUS Department of Computer Science)

Kalani Myles (undergraduate student, Bachelor of Science in Chemistry program) • Project Title: Computational-Aided Drug Discovery (CADD), Development of Anti-Viral Drugs for COVID-19 • Faculty Mentor: Dr. Elahe Mahdavian (LSUS Department of Biological Sciences) Keelin North (undergraduate student, Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences program) • Project Title: Identification of Host Microbiota Relationships involved in Anticancer Alkaloid Biosynthesis • Faculty Mentor: Dr. Vonny Salim (LSUS Department of Biological Sciences)

Bossier Chamber of Commerce President Lisa Johnson to serve as Chair of the Louisiana Chamber of Commerce Executives (LACCE). The organization is the only statewide association formed for the advancement of local chambers, chamber executives and staff.

Clarkes Jewelers celebrated its 90th anniversary on December 7.

Its history began in 1931 when Gladys and Leroy Clarke opened the first store on Texas Street in downtown Shreveport. Over the last 9 decades, the store has operated from six different locations in Shreveport. Today, the store is operated by the fourth generation of the Clarke family.

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The Louisiana Biomedical Research Network (LBRN) has awarded LSU Shreveport Assistant Professor of Biological Sciences, Dr. Vonny Salim, $100,000 a year for three years to support her anticancer research project “Elucidation of Plant-Derived Drug Biosynthetic Pathways and Molecular Mechanisms as Anticancer Agents.”

Ochsner LSU Health opened its first multispecialty center in Bossier City on November 11. Services at the new facility include primary care, orthopedics, sports medicine, neurosurgery, rehabilitation, laboratory, and advanced imaging. The 25,000 square foot facility offers care in a state-of-the-art facility with updated technology in a healing environment.

Willis-Knighton Health System is seeking participants to be part of a clinical research study to determine whether a medicine taken by mouth will prevent COVID-19 illness in people who are household contacts of a patient recently diagnosed with symptomatic COVID-19. The health system is one of 400 sites in the United States involved in the study. People who qualify to participate must be age 18 or older, have no current symptoms of COVID-19 and reside in the same household as someone with symptoms of COVID-19 infection. Go to www.wkhs.com/clinical-trials and click on “COVID.”

United Way of Northwest Louisiana (UWNWLA) and the City of Shreveport announced that its Shreveport Financial Empowerment Center (SFEC) has increased client savings by $501,733 and reduced client debt by $558,710 since its opening in May 2020. In direct partnership with the City of Shreveport, the SFEC provides professional one-on-one financial counseling as a free public service to residents in Northwest Louisiana.

Origin Bank has been named one of the top three Best Banks to Work For in 2021 by American Banker. This is the ninth consecutive year Origin has been recognized by American Banker and Best Companies Group for their program which identifies, recognizes and honors U.S. banks for outstanding employee satisfaction.

Boomtown Casino & Hotel opened The Sportsbook at Boomtown on November 15. The state-of-the-art sports betting experience at The Sportsbook includes 10 sports betting kiosks and 3 ticket writer stations that will support thousands of sports betting options for its customers.

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Master Gardeners Annual Bulb Sale Northwest Louisiana Master Gardeners 2021 Fall Bulb Sale was held on the lawn of the Randle T. Moore Center on Fairfield Avenue. Thousands of heirloom bulbs were available. The Master Gardeners volunteer their time and raise funds with events like this and sales to support community grants and educational and beautification projects. 1. Nancy Gauthier with “Truffles” and granddaughters Hazel and Harper 2. Master Gardener and Chair for annual Bulb Sale Ron Calk with Mark Wilson, horticulture agent for the LSU AgCenter. 3. Master Gardeners Judy Emberton and John Oswalt 4. Diana Sanders and Cindy Farris 5. Master Gardeners Donna Shield, Jennifer Donner, and Lynn Burke 1

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Downtown Artwalk Shreveport’s Downtown Artwalk was recently held on the west side of downtown in the Shreveport Common art and culture district. This free event, appropriate for all ages, highlights local artists, as well as the History of our city.

Along with artists and food trucks, there was also a History in Five at Central Artstation with Liz Swaine, who talked about the architecture and history of some of our most treasured downtown buildings. Architect Mischa Farrell had onlookers help her with a sketch the city project on the sidewalk near the giant spotted dalmatian. Locations for this particular Artwalk included Central Artstation, Andress Artis & Entrepreneur Center, Caddo Common Park, Minicine, The Korner Lounge, and EX-Athletics. This particular Artwalk was dedicated to the memory of Gilliam Dugas who loved downtown, artists and artwalks.

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Pictured are Jason Stinson and Becky Broyles with Nancy and Bill Broyles and Ginny Lamb 3. Shreveport Garden Study Club President Kathy Rasberry presents a special award to Jeffrey L Walker of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, Neith Lodge #21 in recognition for the Gift of Land for addition burial space at Greenwood Cemetery. 4. Clare Nelson and Ginny Murphy 86

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Troop 15 Boy Scouts The oldest Scout Troup in Northwest Louisiana celebrated its 100-year anniversary at Highland Park. Troop 15 started in 1921 and has been keeping boys in the Shreveport area trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean, and reverent ever since it started. 1. Scout Executive/CEO of Norwela Council, Boy Scouts of America Jeff Brasher with Caddo Commissioner of District 4 John-Paul Young 2. David Lohrey and Paul Schlidt with Donald E. Strong, honored as the oldest Troop 15 member. 3. Todd Stanberry with son, Mathis Stanberry of Troop 15.

4. Robert May, Troop 15 alumni from the 80s, volunteers to help plant trees with current Troop 15 Scout, Carson Simpson.

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Les Boutiques de Noel – Delton Harrison Patron Party Les Boutiques de Noel, held at Shreveport Convention

Center, is the premier holiday shopping event in Northwest Louisiana and is the major fundraiser for the Shreveport Opera. This three-day event began with a special tribute to O. Delton Harrison, Jr. at the Delton Harrison Grand Patron Party with a special performance by “Max on the Sax” Maxwell Mayeaux. A Friday Fun Night followed with exclusive shopping access and specialty cocktails during happy hour. Les Boutiques de Noel has been held for 45 years and has raised close to $5 million for the Shreveport Opera. 1. Bob and JoAnna Robinson 2. Ginger and Glenn Flournoy with Lois and Kirby Rowe 3. Jodie Glorioso and Dr. Sarah Glorioso 4. Johnson and JoAnn Ramsey with Virginia and Phil Israel 5. Steve Horn, Nancy McCarter, Kelly Toups, and Freddy Stari 1

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Holiday Nostalgia:

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emories...light the corners of my mind” say the words to the old song “The Way We Were.” This is exactly the key to boosting memory. Memories really do light the corners of our brain by causing synaptic fire through the neurons. There is no time like the holidays to gather with friends and family and relive the times past. It is always entertaining to see who remembers what part of the event and who has colored those memories with rose colored glasses into nostalgia. After almost two years of being separated from family, many will choose to gather again this year and this connection can strengthen what has eroded.

Singing songs, playing games, sharing memories…all of these stimulate the brain to grey which is what we want our brain to do to grow and stay active. An amazing way to boost memory over the holiday season and help a loved one recall is to play games and activities that stimulate memory and work on recall together. Being deliberate about playing games that perhaps recall parts of life or allow one to explore new places is a great way to build/connect that grey matter. Playing card games can improve short-term memory as well as long-term memory.

Social connection is an important part of the brain as it stimulates the brain to make more connections and to ignite certain areas, much like learning a new language does. It is especially important for the aging brain. A recent study* found that social connections boosted the grey matter in the brain giving it a better microstructure.

These social connections like experiences are the roadmap to memory building. Study after study has proven that the key to a healthy brain is an active brain and this includes socializing and getting out.

Ǫ BRIDGE. The best card games are those that demand memory, strategy and attentiveness. Bridge is one such game. It teaches logic, reasoning, quick thinking, patience, concentration and partnership skills. Bridge also involves at least 4 people so there is a valuable social component to the game as well.

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There are cards games of varying difficulty levels to choose from:

Ǫ GO FISH. Card games don’t have to be as complex as bridge to help with mental acuity. Even simple card games like Go Fish help exercise the brain.

Ǫ GIN RUMMY. This is an old favorite that’s easy to learn but requires careful attention. A player needs to track what cards have been picked up and which have been discarded. Ǫ POKER. Organize a poker night for your family and make sure your parents come! Play games like 5 Card Draw or Texas Hold ‘em. Ǫ BLACKJACK. These card games can be a lot of competitive fun. They also require concentration and visual memory. Ǫ SOLITAIRE. Even a game of Solitaire can be a good brain game. However, card games that involve others have the additional benefit of promoting socialization.

This interaction with others is known to help promote brain health as well as emotional well-being. Ǫ Many websites provide lists of more card games—and you just need a simple deck of cards.

The New England Journal of Medicine studied people over the age of 75 who engage in brain-stretching board games.

These people were less likely to develop dementia than their peers who didn’t play these games. AARP members can play “Staying Sharp” games on the aarp.com website.

Some great games that are good exercises for the brain are:

Ǫ CHECKERS. This is a classic game that can be played with grandkids. There are many ways to play and checkers can be played with little ones and older ones. Ǫ CHINESE CHECKERS. Work the problem-solving muscle by figuring out how to move the marbles when moves seem limited. Because there are small pieces, it’s not recommended near infants or toddlers.

Ǫ MAHJONG. Popular with the ladies and strategically demanding. This one works out your mental reasoning and logic which is an important life skill and test taking skill. Ǫ BACKGAMMON. This game requires critical thinking to beat your opponent. Many people have never learned to play this infinitely challenging game. Ǫ DOMINOS. This requires thinking ahead and concentration. This game can be played with a whole bunch of people on teams and can go on for hours.

There are also other versions which can be played with littles such as rhyming dominoes or Triominos. Ǫ BINGO. A simple game but one that usually involves a lot of other people and is good for socialization. It can be used in a large group and customized to an event such as a holiday gathering or even a baby shower.

One advantage of these games is that it opens conversation and memories related to the games so that family begins to connect and grandparents begin sharing history with grandkids through the life of the game.

Whatever route you go with your holiday, remember that taking time to socialize, play games, sing songs and spend time in relationship is the key to building a better brain.

And when the holidays are over, remember to continue to sharpen your brain through brain games and activities no matter your age. “Can it be that it was all so simple….misty water colored memories of the way we were…” *Greater Social Engagement and Greater Gray Matter Microstructural Integrity in Brain Regions Relevant to Dementia | The Journals of Gerontology: Series B | Oxford Academic (oup.com) Donesa Walker, M.Ed., BCCS, is the owner of LearningRx of Shreveport-Bossier.

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SB ART & CULTURE

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rtists share their story through their artwork. And every artist must begin somewhere. Most often, a school art teacher will light that spark that will grow into a lifelong love of creating art.

Why is art education important to our children? Several studies have shown that the aesthetic experience of creating art is linked to broad improvements in the child’s emotional and physical well-being. Providing “the time, space, and materials for creative expression can lower stress, improve memory, and make them feel more socially connected.” (Stefano Mastandea, 2019) After the last couple of years we’ve all experienced, never has art in our schools been so vitally important.

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The Bossier Parish Student Art Show is presented by the Bossier Arts Council. In celebration of our area’s students, beginning December 1, 2021, and running through January 31, 2022, students from schools across Bossier Parish will be the highlight of the East Bank Gallery. These gifted, young artists, aging from kindergarten to the 12th grade, submitted their original work to be selected for display at the gallery.

A total of $1500 will be awarded in several categories. The teachers of winning students will also be awarded a prize match for their classrooms. The Best in Show winner will have their work used in the promotional material for next year’s Bossier Parish Student Art Show.

This year, along-side the 2021 Bossier Parish Student Art Show, the Teachers in the Talented Arts Program (TAP) will display their artworks in the Emerging Gallery.

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A cherished holiday tradition, the classic television special is brought to life in this stage production as Rudolph and his friends, Hermey the Elf and Yukon Cornelius, venture through the North Pole to ultimately discover that their differences are what make them special. Young children and kids at heart are sure to be enchanted as they experience this classic tale and embrace the true spirit of the holiday season—acceptance, kindness, forgiveness and love.

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t’s the most wonderful time of the year. It’s time to gather with family and friends, and maybe a little eggnog, and reflect on all we’ve been through this year. And man, have we been through some stuff.

But the excitement of the season doesn’t stop there.

This not only is a time for love and laughter, but as we look ahead to 2022, it is a time for hope and wonder as well.

This is the time of year when people resolve to reinvent themselves in the new year by losing weight, reading books or saving money. Be honest… you’ve already shopped around for a gym membership and subscribed to three YouTube channels that promise to teach you to be a better cook come Jan. 1.

Before you break out the legal pad and make that list of life-changing resolutions that you will just set aside and lose

by Valentine’s Day anyway, let’s propose a simpler solution.

One word.

Yep. What if you synthesized all your thoughts and dreams for the coming year into a single word? Not a motto, or a slogan.

More like the foundation you will build upon for the year.

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Let’s face it, resolutions almost always wind up being a long list of self-imposed sanctions and limitations. But a precisely chosen word, in its minimalism, opens the mind, and life, to possibilities. Look at it this way: which would you rather tell yourself on New Year’s Day, “Don’t eat cake,” or “Explore.”

Psychology Today identified four reasons many New Year’s resolutions fail. In a nutshell, the study found people lack clarity in setting resolutions, they get overwhelmed by the resolutions, they get discouraged and sometimes, they just aren’t ready for all that change. Resolutions become walls that we erect around ourselves, establishing limits. Build enough of them, and you begin to feel confined by them. No wonder many people get discouraged and quit.

But a single word is a launching pad. It gives you something to stand on but allows for freedom and flexibility on the journey.

Elizabeth Dhokia is a writer and the host of the podcast “The Good Life Unravelled.” She says that a word for the year is a kinder, gentler way to grow than resolutions. It provides guidance and focus and takes the focus off succeeding or failing.

If the past two years have taught us anything, it’s that we need to be flexible. I don’t think anyone had ‘surviving the uncertainty of a global pandemic’ on their list of resolutions for 2020, or 2021.

How do you choose from among all the words out there one that will guide you through the coming year? The specific steps from the experts differ in the details, but it all comes down to a few basic steps: 1.

Reflect: Look back on the year that has been. Where were your victories and losses? How did those things make you feel? What do you want to see and experience more in your life? What do you want to see and experience less?

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Project: Visualize where you want to be this time next year. Turn off the TV and the cell phone for this one. Get alone and ponder how you would improve yourself and your situation. How would you like to feel differently in a year?

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Brainstorm: Set yourself a time limit and jot down all the words that come to mind. No thinking or analyzing — just writing. Joy. Abundance. Patience. Peace. Discipline. Health. Calm. Persistence. Gratitude. Family.

Give. Create your own list of meaningful words.

4. Refine: Look back on the list and begin to eliminate the words that do not resonate with you. Narrow the list down to the top three.

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Select: Separate those final three words from the castoffs. Is there one that just keeps repeating itself over and over in your mind? Ask yourself, “Am I truly committed to this word, or am I just interested in it?” When you find the one you can go all-in on, you will have your word for the year.

There are plenty of resources on the internet to help you find the word that works for you. Just remember that the word should be freeing, not confining. If you feel trapped, you have chosen the wrong word. What do you do then? Go back to step one and choose another word, regardless of the date on the calendar.

I’ll be honest… I have not ever chosen a word for the year.

Oh, I gave up on resolutions a couple of years ago. And in 2020, like a million other folks, I took the easy route and decided “Vision” would be a great word for the year. But I didn’t put any thought into it. It was 2020, how could the word not be vision, right?

Last year at this time, I had the word “Progress” thrust upon me for 2021. I didn’t object to it; I just didn’t choose it myself (if you know, you know). And because I embraced progress as my word for 2021, I am free to choose a word for 2022.

And you are too, regardless of what happed this past year. Challenge yourself. Dream big! The possibilities abound! Let the adventure begin!

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