Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana Opens, Transforming Bossier City Economy

Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana officially opened its doors with a grand ceremony that included a ribbon-cutting and a fireworks display on Thursday. Owned by The Cordish Companies, this $270 million venue is the first land-based casino in the Shreveport-Bossier market, heralding a new era for local gaming and entertainment. The event was attended by notable figures including Pro Football Hall of Famer Ed Reed and various state and local officials, who emphasized the casino's potential to boost economic growth in the region. The facility features over 47,000 square feet of gaming space, a luxury hotel, restaurants, and an event center. Local leaders expressed optimism about the casino's impact on job creation and tourism. The opening festivities included a Mardi Gras-style parade, highlighting the area's cultural heritage.