http://imagesnwlouisiana.com Business Images Northwest Louisiana is a lifestyle magazine and newcomers' guide to Shreveport, Louisiana, published by Journal Communications, Inc. en-us Business Images Northwest Louisiana RSS Feeds http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/food/try_the_shrimp_busters Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST A lot of flavor – along with more than a dash of local color – awaits diners at Northwest Louisiana cafes and restaurants. http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/food/try_the_shrimp_busters http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/editors_note/developing_to_begin_at_haynesville_shale Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Chesapeake Energy recently announced a joint venture to develop the Haynesville Shale natural gas field. http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/editors_note/developing_to_begin_at_haynesville_shale http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_climate/film_industry_influx_expands_rich_creative_scene Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Film industry influx further expands rich creative scene http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_climate/film_industry_influx_expands_rich_creative_scene http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_climate/film_industry_takes_a_starring_role Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST With a growing presence of not only location work but also film and production offices, Northwest Louisiana is fast becoming one of the nation’s hottest film-production marke http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_climate/film_industry_takes_a_starring_role http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_almanac/red_river_casinos_provide_world_class_entertainment Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Entertainment is a sure bet in Northwest Louisiana, thanks in large part to the gaming industry’s strong presence here. http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_almanac/red_river_casinos_provide_world_class_entertainment http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_almanac/patwardhan_named_young_professional_of_the_year Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST The winner is: Dr. Ravish Patwardhan. http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_almanac/patwardhan_named_young_professional_of_the_year http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_almanac/various_companies_lend_international_flair Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Sure, there are companies such as McDonald’s and Wal-Mart that do business here. But Northwest Louisiana also has several international companies that have established regional headquarters as http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_almanac/various_companies_lend_international_flair http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_almanac/gm_plant_gears_up_to_produce_new_h3t_hummer Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST General Motors Corp. has been in Shreveport for 27 years, and is ready to produce its fifth – and largest – vehicle yet. http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_almanac/gm_plant_gears_up_to_produce_new_h3t_hummer http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_almanac/find_all_your_heart_desires_at_regions_retailers Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Put on your comfortable shoes and head into Shreveport and Bossier City for many shopping opportunities. http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_almanac/find_all_your_heart_desires_at_regions_retailers http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_almanac/region_louisiana_celebrates_mardi_gras_in_myriad_ways Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Here is a museum devoted to partying. http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_almanac/region_louisiana_celebrates_mardi_gras_in_myriad_ways http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_almanac/hodges_gardens_reopens Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Treat your senses – especially sight and smell – to an interesting day of horticulture appreciation at Hodges Gardens State Park. http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_almanac/hodges_gardens_reopens http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/transportation/transportation_companies_anticipate_greater_inroads Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Red River Waterway serves as valuable industry recruitment and retention tool http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/transportation/transportation_companies_anticipate_greater_inroads http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/transportation/red_river_waterway_serves_as_vital_economic_tool Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Red River Waterway serves as valuable industry recruitment and retention tool http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/transportation/red_river_waterway_serves_as_vital_economic_tool http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/manufacturing/new_manufacturers_see_gold_in_going_green Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Region sees growth in environmentally conscious companies http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/manufacturing/new_manufacturers_see_gold_in_going_green http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/agriculture/pilgrims_pride_opens_new_chicken_feed_mill Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Pilgrim’s Pride opens state-of-the-art chicken feed mill http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/agriculture/pilgrims_pride_opens_new_chicken_feed_mill http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/education/caddo_magnet_bienville_school_earn_national_honors Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Caddo Magnet, Bienville School earn national recognition http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/education/caddo_magnet_bienville_school_earn_national_honors http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/education/academic_institutions_offer_full_spectrum_of_degrees Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Students find diverse learning and training opportunities throughout region http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/education/academic_institutions_offer_full_spectrum_of_degrees http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/health/program_trains_students_for_rural_medicine_field Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Program trains medical students for rural medicine http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/health/program_trains_students_for_rural_medicine_field http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/health/suttons_childrens_offers_par_excellence_care Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Sutton Children’s Medical Center provides treatment for smallest patients http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/health/suttons_childrens_offers_par_excellence_care http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/health/willis_knighton_cancer_center_has_top_technology Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Rosen’s team delivers cancer a one-two punch http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/health/willis_knighton_cancer_center_has_top_technology http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/health/local_universities_train_tomorrows_top_caregivers Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Nursing programs provide skilled workforce for local health-care industry http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/health/local_universities_train_tomorrows_top_caregivers http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/education/building_an_educational_cyber_pipeline Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST CIC’s Academic Outreach boosts interest in tech careers http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/education/building_an_educational_cyber_pipeline http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/aerospace/cyber_innovation_center_creates_international_buzz Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Cyber Innovation Center Creates An International Buzz http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/aerospace/cyber_innovation_center_creates_international_buzz http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/energy/low_energy_costs_bolster_economic_development Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST As energy costs soar nationwide, businesses are taking a closer look here, where the supply is varied and relatively inexpensive. http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/energy/low_energy_costs_bolster_economic_development http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_climate/diversify_and_conquer Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Business development in Northwest Louisiana is broad, deep and energized by cutting-edge technology, ample venture capital and entrepreneurial innovations. http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_climate/diversify_and_conquer http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/livability/historic_natchitoches_boasts_both_elegance_and_charm Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Natchitoches offers elegance, charm http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/livability/historic_natchitoches_boasts_both_elegance_and_charm http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/livability/louisiana_living_lures_retirees Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST A growing number of retirees are finding that Northwest Louisiana is the place to be for a quiet, low-cost lifestyle that promises plenty of culture and recreation. http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/livability/louisiana_living_lures_retirees http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/editors_note/front_street_restoration_reveals_a_days_wages_lost_more_than_100_years_ago Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST In an earlier post, I talked about how Natchitoches is seeing its historic Front Street brick roadway restored. Well, the project has turned up some interesting artifacts, including a 1900 silver dollar, which would have been about a day's wage for some at that time. http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/editors_note/front_street_restoration_reveals_a_days_wages_lost_more_than_100_years_ago http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/editors_note/the_new_york_times_features_shreveport Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST The New York Times has taken notice of Shreveport’s growing status in the film industry, http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/editors_note/the_new_york_times_features_shreveport http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/editors_note/renovations_new_amenities_give_the_remington_suite_new_life Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST The Remington Suite has been a downtown Shreveport mainstay for many years, often serving as the hotel of choice for nationally known entertainers coming through town for performances. http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/editors_note/renovations_new_amenities_give_the_remington_suite_new_life http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/editors_note/new_village_market_offers_gourmet_goodies_delicious_dining Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST I was thrilled to try out one of Shreveport’s newest restaurants during my recent trip. The Village Market celebrated with a grand opening in September 2007 within the new 377-acre Provenance neighborhood development in South Shreveport. http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/editors_note/new_village_market_offers_gourmet_goodies_delicious_dining http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/editors_note/hodges_gardens_blooms_beautifully Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Sabine Parish recently celebrated the reopening of the 900-acre Hodges Gardens State Park in Florien. http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/editors_note/hodges_gardens_blooms_beautifully http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/editors_note/robinson_film_center_provides_superior_showcase_for_art Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST The brand new Robinson Film Center is the latest component in a burgeoning arts scene downtown, just up the road from artspace, the Shreveport Regional Arts Council’s arts center on Texas Street. http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/editors_note/robinson_film_center_provides_superior_showcase_for_art http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/welcome_section/northwest_lousiana_offers_abundant_advantages_to_business Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Northwest Louisiana encompasses 10 parishes, offering the best of both urban and rural lifestyles. http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/welcome_section/northwest_lousiana_offers_abundant_advantages_to_business http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/editors_note/maintaining_charm_one_brick_at_a_time Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Part of Natchitoches' renowned historic character is the city’s brick-paved Front Street, which had the bricks placed in 1904. The street’s foundation and historic surface are now being carefully overhauled – brick by brick. http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/editors_note/maintaining_charm_one_brick_at_a_time http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/economic_profile/northwest_louisiana_business_climate Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Northwest Louisiana Business Climate http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/economic_profile/northwest_louisiana_business_climate http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/economic_profile/bienville_parish Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Bienville Parish http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/economic_profile/bienville_parish http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/economic_profile/bossier_parish Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST BOSSIER PARISH http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/economic_profile/bossier_parish http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/economic_profile/caddo_parish Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST CADDO PARISH http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/economic_profile/caddo_parish http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/economic_profile/claiborne_parish Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Claiborne parish http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/economic_profile/claiborne_parish http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/economic_profile/desoto_parish Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST DeSoto Parish http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/economic_profile/desoto_parish http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/economic_profile/lincoln_parish Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Lincoln Parish http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/economic_profile/lincoln_parish http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/economic_profile/natchitoches_parish Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Natchitoches Parish http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/economic_profile/natchitoches_parish http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/economic_profile/red_river_parish1 Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Red River Parish http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/economic_profile/red_river_parish1 http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/editors_note/ah_spa_check_out_this_one_for_eco_friendly_aveda_products Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Shreveport-Bossier area is becoming more “green” with a new recycling initiative being launched as a result of paper-recycling Pratt Industries coming to town. So in the spirit of staying in tune with the environment, seek out a salon that does the same. http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/editors_note/ah_spa_check_out_this_one_for_eco_friendly_aveda_products http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/editors_note/shop_till_you_drop_at_louisiana_boardwalk Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST If you’re feeling the urge to shop, start with the Louisiana Boardwalk along the Red River in Bossier City. There, you'll find a variety of outlet shopping destinations such as Gap Outlet, Bath & Body Works, DKNY, Guess, Fossil, Adidas, Nike and Nine West, among others. http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/editors_note/shop_till_you_drop_at_louisiana_boardwalk http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_almanac/natchitoches_meat_pie_co_ships_millions_each_year Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Natchitoches shipped 8 million meat pies in 2006 http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_almanac/natchitoches_meat_pie_co_ships_millions_each_year http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_almanac/haynes_international_products_are_out_of_this_world Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Haynes International Inc makes products that are used in space missions, such as the Viking I and II rockets http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_almanac/haynes_international_products_are_out_of_this_world http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_almanac/louisiana_tech_specializes_in_micromanufacturing Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Miniaturization is big business at Louisiana Tech University http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_almanac/louisiana_tech_specializes_in_micromanufacturing http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_almanac/northwest_louisiana_makes_appearance_in_the_movies Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Northwest Louisiana is becoming more of a film locale due to its variety of locations http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_almanac/northwest_louisiana_makes_appearance_in_the_movies http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_almanac/robinson_film_center_gets_a_new_home Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST The Robinson Film Center construction is almost completed in downtown Shreveport http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_almanac/robinson_film_center_gets_a_new_home http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_almanac/cypress_bend_great_for_golf_and_fishing Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Cypress Bend Golf Resort & Conference Center is a great place to go fishing as well as play a round of golf http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_almanac/cypress_bend_great_for_golf_and_fishing http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles//largest_maker_of_composite_molds_calls_nwla_home Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST The largest manufacturer of industrial composite molds in North America moves to North West Louisiana http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles//largest_maker_of_composite_molds_calls_nwla_home http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_almanac/barksdale_air_force_base_vital_part_of_economy Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Barksdale Air Force Base gives Northwest Louisiana patriotism and economic clout http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_almanac/barksdale_air_force_base_vital_part_of_economy http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/biotechnology/shreveport_goes_to_bat_for_biomedical_institute Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Community effort keeps homegrown research at Shehee Institute http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/biotechnology/shreveport_goes_to_bat_for_biomedical_institute http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/biotechnology/shreveport_incubator_nurtures_biomedical_firms Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST BioSpace1 offers young companies advanced labs, affordable space http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/biotechnology/shreveport_incubator_nurtures_biomedical_firms http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/energy/wind_energy_business_propels_beaird_co Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Burgeoning wind energy business propels Beaird Co. forward http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/energy/wind_energy_business_propels_beaird_co http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/energy/timber_cuts_wide_swath_through_regional_economy Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Timber remains the top agricultural crop in the region, with 100 million seedlings being planted annually http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/energy/timber_cuts_wide_swath_through_regional_economy http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/manufacturing/clement_industries_builds_for_the_big_haul Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Minden’s Clement Industries builds the world’s most sophisticated dump trailers http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/manufacturing/clement_industries_builds_for_the_big_haul http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/manufacturing/bossier_citys_cellxion_tower_of_power_in_cellular Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST CellXion expands horizons by aiding growth of cellular phone industry http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/manufacturing/bossier_citys_cellxion_tower_of_power_in_cellular http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/manufacturing/shreveports_frymaster_cooks_up_global_prominence Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Born in Shreveport, Frymaster maintains global prominence for commercial frying equipment http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/manufacturing/shreveports_frymaster_cooks_up_global_prominence http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/manufacturing/gm_revs_up_investment_in_northwest_louisiana Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST With a $1.5 billion stake, GM invests in Northwest Louisiana for the long haul http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/manufacturing/gm_revs_up_investment_in_northwest_louisiana http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/editors_note/shreveport_must_try_herby_ks_shrimp_buster Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST When in Northwest Louisiana, eat at Herby K’s. Please note: I am not just saying “When in Shreveport …” on this one. If you are anywhere within the 10-parish area, or maybe even a bit beyond, go there. http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/editors_note/shreveport_must_try_herby_ks_shrimp_buster http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/technology/sterifx_product_bites_in_to_food_borne_illness Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST SteriFx food solutions protect consumers up and down the food chain http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/technology/sterifx_product_bites_in_to_food_borne_illness http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/technology/digital_media_center_hitches_wagon_to_hayride Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Planned digital media center to bolster Shreveport’s status on the creative map http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/technology/digital_media_center_hitches_wagon_to_hayride http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/technology/shreveport_firm_grows_from_pay_phones_to_software Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST From pay telephone roots, Praeses grows technologically http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/technology/shreveport_firm_grows_from_pay_phones_to_software http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/technology/furniture_retailer_couched_in_tech_savvy Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Sophisticated warehouse management system keeps furniture retailer competitive http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/technology/furniture_retailer_couched_in_tech_savvy http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_climate/golden_arches_spurs_golden_opportunity_to_give Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Roy Griggs loves McDonald’s http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_climate/golden_arches_spurs_golden_opportunity_to_give http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_climate/call_centers_dialing_up_northwest_louisiana Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Northwest Louisiana boasts a dozen corporate call centers, with room for more http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_climate/call_centers_dialing_up_northwest_louisiana http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_climate/shreveport_economy_flows_on_the_red_river Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Cities harness Red River’s resources for tourism and port projects http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_climate/shreveport_economy_flows_on_the_red_river http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_climate/infrastructure_web_links_shreveport_to_entire_world Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Chamber is using asset to sell area as a key distribution point. http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_climate/infrastructure_web_links_shreveport_to_entire_world http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_climate/diversification_is_name_of_game_for_northwest_la Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Companies capitalize on robust, diverse regional economy http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/business_climate/diversification_is_name_of_game_for_northwest_la http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/energy/energy_demand_is_fueling_improvements_at_shreveport_petroleum_refinery Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST A $40 million investment is paying dividends including a government contract for Barksdale Air Force Base for Calumet Lubricants Co. http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/energy/energy_demand_is_fueling_improvements_at_shreveport_petroleum_refinery http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/livability/fund_to_revitalize_shreveport_area_neighborhoods Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Private fund will generate inner-city, rural economic development http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/livability/fund_to_revitalize_shreveport_area_neighborhoods http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/livability/natchitoches_has_bounty_of_bed_and_breakfasts Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Natchitoches is full of beautiful scenery and historical landmarks http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/livability/natchitoches_has_bounty_of_bed_and_breakfasts http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/livability/centenary_college_choir_makes_beautiful_music Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST The Choir at Centenary College is world renowned for their singing. They tour all over the world and do over 30 concerts per year http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/livability/centenary_college_choir_makes_beautiful_music http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/livability/museum_gushes_about_louisiana_oil_history Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Louisiana State Oil and Gas Museum helps show the original process of refining oil http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/livability/museum_gushes_about_louisiana_oil_history http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/livability/strawns_eat_shop_recognized_for_good_eats Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Strawn's Eat Shop has been a hometown favorite since it was opened in the 40s and has stayed that way because of good food and excellent atmosphere http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/livability/strawns_eat_shop_recognized_for_good_eats http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/livability/lights_camera_bayou_film_industry_growing Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Northwest Louisiana doubles for Alaska and Connecticut in the movies http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/livability/lights_camera_bayou_film_industry_growing http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/livability/fans_warm_up_to_bossier_shreveport_ice_hockey Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Bossier-Shreveport Mudbugs spice up Central Hockey League with winning records and loyal fans http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/livability/fans_warm_up_to_bossier_shreveport_ice_hockey http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/livability/anglers_find_fishing_heaven_in_northwest_louisiana Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Anglers find a lot to love on the lakes and rivers of Northwest Louisiana http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/livability/anglers_find_fishing_heaven_in_northwest_louisiana http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/livability/audience_gets_lift_from_shreveport_ballet Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet delights audiences with fall, winter and spring performances http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/livability/audience_gets_lift_from_shreveport_ballet http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/education/lsu_shreveport_supercomputer_crunches_big_numbers Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Supercomputer made with clusters of PCs lets researchers see big picture http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/education/lsu_shreveport_supercomputer_crunches_big_numbers http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/education/shreveport_college_center_aids_family_business Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST World-renowned speakers enhance programs that focus on growing family companies and sharp business leaders http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/education/shreveport_college_center_aids_family_business http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/education/bossier_parish_college_creates_new_campus Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Students take pride in Bossier Parish Community Colleges new facilities http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/education/bossier_parish_college_creates_new_campus http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/health/minden_medical_center_ranks_in_top_100_hospitals Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Minden Medical Center combines big-city sophistication with down-home caring. http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/health/minden_medical_center_ranks_in_top_100_hospitals http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/health/shreveport_in_lead_role_in_health_care_research Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Shreveport health care is among the best in the nation http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/health/shreveport_in_lead_role_in_health_care_research http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/livability/casinos_sure_bet_to_draw_a_crowd Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST You don't have to hop on a plane to Las Vegas to catch sight of Lady Luck. Shreveport and Bossier City offer gaming at five riverboat casinos. http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/livability/casinos_sure_bet_to_draw_a_crowd http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/editors_note/dynamotive_usa_inc_considers_webster_parish Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Exciting news on the economic front began making its way into Northwest Louisiana newspapers in mid-February: Dynamotive USA Inc. is considering establishing a presence in Webster Parish at its North Webster Parish Industrial Park north of Shreveport. http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/editors_note/dynamotive_usa_inc_considers_webster_parish http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/livability/louisiana_hayride_featured_legendary_acts Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:26:49 CST Louisiana Hayride broadcast country music all over Louisiana and gave a young Elvis Presley his first national stage http://imagesnwlouisiana.com/index.php/site/articles/livability/louisiana_hayride_featured_legendary_acts