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Yahoo
08-05-2025
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Heroes of Bossier Parish will be honored for their work
BOSSIER PARISH, La. (KTAL/KMSS)—Heroes of northwest Louisiana will be recognized for their daily contributions to the community, including a police officer who rushed into danger to stop a shooter. The public can support these first responders and others at an upcoming awards ceremony. One of the officers who will be recognized was a part of a crime that horrified Bossier City when families lost two loved ones in a fatal shooting inside the Valero gas station in 2023. Bossier City Police Officer Kenny Gallon responded to the scene and got into a shootout with the suspect. He was shot several times. Danny 'Bo' Turner, his fellow officer, applied a tourniquet to stop the bleeding. They are credited with saving more lives and each others. The Bossier Chamber of Commerce will recognize the duo as community heroes. 'Our first responders are the first ones to get in there and take care of it with no hesitation, take bullets and save lives,' said Lisa Johnson, President/CEO of the Bossier Chamber of Commerce. The chamber will host its annual Salute to Community Heroes event. This awards program has grown over the years to include individuals from various jobs and organizations, including health care workers after the pandemic. 'We have caring people here, and our human assets are what sells us,' Johnson. Johnson said that community heroes are what make Northwest Louisiana strong. The chamber spotlights these individuals to showcase the area's best. 'Business retention does not happen without community development and quality of life issues. We want businesses to stay, and new businesses to move in, and those are the things that they look for. So why not celebrate those who are making a difference,' Johnson said. The Salute to Community Heroes is May 15 at 8 a.m. inside Margaritaville. The Bossier Chamber of Commerce said it's a free program open to the public. Purchasing tickets supports their effort,s and sponsorships are still available. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
03-05-2025
- Business
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Bossier Chamber will host Salute to Community Heroes awards
BOSSIER PARISH, La. (KTAL/KMSS)—The Bossier Chamber of Commerce will recognize community heroes at an upcoming awards program. The chamber will host its annual Salute Community Heroes award to honor individuals who have gone above and beyond to help others and make a difference in northwest Louisiana. Anyone in the community can nominate finalists, and a panel of judges will select six winners. President/CEO of the Bossier Chamber of Commerce, Lisa Johnson, explains how this ceremony grew from the former Patriot Awards program to encompass other sectors that make an impact. 'It was during the time of Covid that we realized that we have other heroes out there that we don't ever recognize and talk about. Such as our health care industry, our educators, and grocery store truck drivers. This is really the opportunity to think about everybody who is giving back and is a hero in our community,' Johnson said. The Saluting of Community Heroes will take place May 15 at 8 a.m. inside Margaritaville. Louisiana Supreme Court Associate Justice Jay McCallum will be the keynote speaker. Tickets and sponsorships are available on the Bossier Chamber's website. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
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Family and friends invited to the Red River Ballon Rally in Northwest Louisiana
BOSSIER CITY, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — The 2025 Red River Balloon Rally is set to return to Bossier City. The Red River Balloon Rally promises a magical experience for people of all ages. Attendees can enjoy mesmerizing balloon glows, food, live music, children's zones, craft vendors, and tethered balloon rides. Additionally, there will be a fireworks show each night of the event. Bossier Chamber of Commerce will host event to honor community leaders The rally will take place from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on both Friday, July 18, and Saturday, July 19, at the Louisiana Downs Racetrack in Bossier City. For the full schedule of events and ticket information, visit For a vendor application, click here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
24-04-2025
- Business
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Bossier Chamber of Commerce will host event to honor community leaders
BOSSIER CITY, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — The Bossier Chamber of Commerce is hosting its Salute to Community Heroes event. The Chamber of Commerce has teamed up with Willis Knighton Health and Barksdale Federal Credit Union to celebrate healthcare workers, first responders, military personnel, and educators within the community. Louisiana Supreme Court Associate Justice Jay McCallum will be the keynote speaker for the event. The event will be held on May 15 at Magaritaville Resort Casino starting at 8:00 a.m. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
12-02-2025
- Business
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Bossier Chamber of Commerce celebrates excellence, prepares for growth
BOSSIER CITY, La. (KTAL/KMSS) -The Bossier Chamber of Commerce celebrates excellence in business at its 77th annual Business and Business Person of the Year meeting. The meeting was held at Horseshoe Casino in Bossier City on Tuesday. The event highlights the past year's successes and lays out plans for the future. New board members and the business were also recognized. 'We want them to take away that we are a thriving, fun, and great community to live in, to open your business in, raise your family in. It's a great place to live, work, and play in Bossier City, Bossier Parish, Shreveport, and all of Northwest Louisiana.' Said President and CEO of the Bossier Chamber of Commerce Lisa Johnson The Business Person of the Year award was given to Kevin Nolten. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
