Local Newsletter Launched in Shreveport
Felicia Riordan started a free community publication focused on local positivity.
Updated on Oct. 12, 2026 in Civic
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Felicia Riordan has launched On the Bright Side, SBC, a free newsletter serving the Shreveport and Bossier area. The publication intentionally excludes political and crime-related content to focus exclusively on community news.
Why it matters
The creator established this project to foster greater pride in the Shreveport-Bossier community. By providing an alternative to standard local news, it aims to highlight positive happenings in the region.
This marks the second annual iteration of the Passport to the North Pole event at St. Vincent Mall. The newsletter operates on a model that specifically avoids reporting on political or criminal activity.
The players
Felicia Riordan
She is the founder of the newsletter On the Bright Side, SBC and an organizer of local community events.
The details
Felicia Riordan organizes and hosts the Passport to the North Pole community event to engage local residents. Readers can access the newsletter by signing up through a link on the publication's website.
Timeline
The Passport to the North Pole event will occur in December 2026.
Industry Dynamics
This launch reflects a broader shift toward hyper-local, positive-interest newsletters that prioritize community engagement over traditional hard news cycles. By excluding crime and politics, the publication positions itself against standard media outlets that rely on conflict-driven narratives.
Residents of Shreveport and Bossier can now sign up for the free digital newsletter to receive community-focused updates. Families planning to attend the Passport to the North Pole event should monitor upcoming announcements regarding specific December event dates.
The takeaway
Focusing on local positive news can be a powerful way to build neighborhood cohesion and community pride. Residents looking for events can keep an eye on St. Vincent Mall for upcoming holiday festivities.
Further reading
For more information on local initiatives, visit the Shreveport Civic section.
More information
Sign up for the publication via the newsletter signup link.
Source note: This article includes information reported by KTALnews.
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