LEGAL NOTICE Anyone knowing the whereabouts of LATISHA K VAILES, please immediately contact Atty. J M Sias, 318-828-2049; siaslaw1@yahoo.com. September 13 2026 LLOU0594562

OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE VISIT SHREVEPORT-BOSSIER July 15, 2026 Call to Order Mr. Johnson, Board Chairman, called the regular meeting of the Board of Directors to order at 11:38 a.m. on July 15, 2026. The meeting was held at Visit Shreveport-Bossier, 629 Spring Street, Shreveport, LA. Board Members Present: Andrea Butler, Annikea Boles, Beth Smiley, Billy Anderson, Carlotta Askew-Brown, Casey Hartley, Charles Johnson, Jason McKinney, Kelly Darden, Tiffany Evans, and Veronica Brown. Board Members Absent: Jack Bump Skaggs, Dr. Jerome DuBose, Joanna Folse-Alexander, and Jennifer Boone. Staff Members Present: Stacy Brown, Charlie Rice, Serena Gray, Aaron Bronson, Pershing Mero, Madelyn Murphy Public Present: Gregory Kallenberg and Amy OCallaghan with Film Prize Foundation, Inc. and Teronica McEachin with Senator Jenkins office. Approval of Agenda Mr. Johnson called for a motion to approve the agenda, Ms. Hartley made a motion to approve, which Mr. Anderson seconded. All in favor, none opposed, with no public comment. Approval of Minutes Mr. Johnson called for a motion to approve June 18, 2026, regularly scheduled board meeting minutes. Ms. V. Brown made a motion to approve, seconded by Mr. Anderson. All in favor, none opposed, with no public comment. Opportunity for Public Comment: No public comment. Finance Committee A. Financial ReportMr. Bronson reviewed the June Financials. Ms. Darden made a motion to approve; seconded by Mr. Anderson. All in favor, none opposed with no public comment. B. Check Register All questions were answered. C. Occupancy Tax Report Ms. S. Brown reviewed the occupancy tax report for June. Shreveport-Bossier YTD is up 7.98%. D. Tourism Summary Report Ms. S. Brown reviewed the May tourism summary report. E. Occupancy Tax Renewal Resolution A resolution ordering and calling a special election to be held in Caddo Parish and Bossier Parish, State of Louisiana, to authorize the renewal of a hotel occupancy tax therein; making application to the State Bond Commission in connection therewith; and providing for other matters in connection therewith. Ms. Evans made a motion to accept the resolution, seconded by Mr. Anderson. The resolution having being submitted to a vote, the vote thereon was as follows: YEAs: Billy Anderson, Carlotta Askew-Brown, Annikea Boles, Veronica Brown, Andrea Butler, Kelly Darden, Tiffany Evans, Casey Hartley, Charles Johnson, Jason McKinney, and Beth Smiley. NAYs: none, ABSENT: Jennifer Boone, Jerome DuBose, Joanna Folse-Alexander, and Jack Bump Skaggs. ABSTAINING: none. The resolution was declared adopted on this, the 15th day of July, 2026. F. Grant Application a. The Corn Maze Ms. V. Brown made a motion to approve up to $3,000 for the Product Development Grant; seconded by Mr. McKinney. All in favor, none opposed with no public comment. G. Legacy Grant Update a. Film Prize Mr. Kallenberg updated the board and presented a presentation showing how the Film Prize has evolved over the last fifteen years. Mr. Kallenberg answered all questions. b. Christmas in Roseland Ms. Smiley updated the board on the 2025 and 2026 Christmas in Roseland. President Reports Department reports are in the board packets. Communications: Currently interviewing for the Director of Marketing and Communications. open position. Ribbon cutting at the Shreveport Regional Airport, announcing annual impact and the introduction of the new interactive visitor center. Red River Balloon Rally 10 Flights for 10 Year Campaign showcased local restaurants, breweries, wineries, etc. to encourage visitors to extend their stay and explore the regions culinary scene. Serena introduced Madelyn Murphy and Perishing Mero as summer interns. Conventions: Three conventions this month with 800-1100 room nights each. Booked the National Bible Quiz 2027. Working on several leads to moving them forward to definite business. June numbers are up in almost every area. Film Commission: Scouting for multiple film & TV projects. Working with potential new postproduction. The next Film Meet-up meeting is scheduled for August 26, 2026. Destination Development: Currently working on recruiting choirs from high schools in Arkansas, Mississippi, and Texas, to participate in the choir competition. Working with Destination 318 winners to utilize them to start recruiting for 2027 TV and podcast. Sports Commission: The Sports Event Manager moved. So, we are changing the role to be a Sales Coordinator position. The sales team booked the Southern Pickleball Association North Louisiana State Championship to be held at The Picklr in Bossier City in October. Working on renewing several event contracts. Red River Balloon Rally Update: The Red River Balloon Rally was a success, the drone show was fantastic Exceeded the sponsorship goal, over 10,000 people attended, tickets prices were increased which almost doubled the revenue. Santa Calls Update: Last year Santa Calls was changed prior to opening due to change in focus to A Joyceful Holiday. Met with Rebecca Bonnevier, Executive Director of SRAC, she asked if they could skip this year due to Christmas in the Sky. Bill Joyce is working on projects currently and does not have the time to assist. They intend to bring the Christmas program back in 2027. Chairmans Report - Association Reports Restaurant Association: No report Hotel/Motel Association: The June meeting was held on June 11, 2026, at Ernests Orleans Restaurant. HLA will hold a Hospitality Job Fair on Wednesday, August 26, 2026. Attractions Association: No report Next Meeting: Board Meeting August 27, 2026 Agenda items for the upcoming meeting: Adjourned: The meeting was adjourned at approximately 1:04 p.m. Approved: __________________ Charles Johnson Chairman __________________ Carlotta Askew-Brown Secretary 12626499 9/13/26 ($264.20)

OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE VISIT SHREVEPORT-BOSSIER June 18, 2026 Call to Order Mr. Johnson, Board Chairman, called the regular meeting of the Board of Directors to order at 11:41 a.m. on June 18, 2026. The meeting was held at Visit Shreveport-Bossier, 629 Spring Street, Shreveport, LA. Board Members Present: Andrea Butler, Billy Anderson, Carlotta Askew-Brown, Casey Hartley, Charles Johnson, Bump Skaggs, Dr. Jerome DuBose, Joanna Folse-Alexander, Tiffany Evans, and Veronica Brown. Board Members Absent: Annikea Boles, Beth Smiley, Jason McKinney, Kelly Darden, and Jennifer Boone. Staff Members Present: Stacy Brown, and Aaron Bronson Public Present: Craig Lee Approval of Agenda Mr. Johnson called for a motion to approve the agenda, Ms. Hartley made a motion to approve, which Mr. Anderson seconded. All in favor, none opposed, with no public comment. Approval of Minutes Mr. Johnson called for a motion to approve May 7, 2026, regularly scheduled board meeting minutes. Mr. Anderson made a motion to approve, seconded by Ms. Askew-Brown. All in favor, none opposed, with no public comment. Opportunity for Public Comment: No public comment. Finance Committee A. Financial ReportMr. Bronson reviewed the April and May Financials. The Finance Committee made a motion to approve; seconded by Ms. V. Brown. All in favor, none opposed with no public comment. B. Check Register All questions were answered. C. Occupancy Tax Report Ms. S. Brown reviewed the occupancy tax report for May. Shreveport-Bossier YTD is up 10.06%. D. Tourism Summary Report Ms. S. Brown reviewed the April tourism summary report. E. Selection of the Official Journal - The Finance Committee made a motion to approve the Shreveport Times as the 2026 2027 Official Journal; seconded by Mr. Anderson. All in favor, none opposed, with no public comment. F. Grant Guidelines Some recent questions have come up regarding the grant guidelines. The current guidelines have been approved by the board. A committee can review and recommend changes if they would like. Legacy Grants the board decided that those annual events that regularly applied and provided timely information, and consistent management would be made Legacy and put into the budget, however they would be required to work with VSB, supply information ahead of time and a follow-up report at conclusion prior to reimbursement. Only difference is that VSB will budget for the Legacy Grants at $15k. The Finance Committee made a motion that all Legacy Grantees are required to attend an orientation, prior to applying, and then two (2) months prior to the event present to the board a 35-minute presentation about event and their out-of-area marketing. Ms. V. Brown seconded the motion. All in favor, none opposed with no public comment. G. Grant Applications a. Black Bayou Festival The Finance Committee made a motion to approve up to $3,000 for the Product Development Grant; seconded by Mr. Anderson. All in favor, none opposed with no public comment b. Time Capsule Ceremony and July 4th Americans 250th Celebration The Finance Committee made a motion to approve up to $3,000 for the Product Development Grant; seconded by Ms. Evans. All in favor, one abstained, with no public comment. c. Let the Good Times Roll Festival The Finance Committee made a motion to make the Let the Good Times Roll Festival a Legacy Grant for up to $15,000 reimbursement; seconded by Mr. Anderson. All in favor, none opposed with no public comment. d. Art-ish The Finance Committee made a motion to approve up to $3,500 for the Start-Up Grant; seconded by Mr. Anderson. All in favor, none opposed with no public comment. President Reports Communications: Currently working on the Red River Balloon Rally and Culinary Trails marketing campaigns. Hired two interns for the summer internship program. The 2025 Annual Report has been completed. In 2025 visitors generated an estimated $998.1 million in spending across Caddo and Bossier Parishes. The Eat Here Guide will be released on October 1, 2026. Conventions: Dallas sales calls with planners and MPI Meeting. Site visit with Visit Louisiana Emergency Preparedness Association for 2028 Annual Conference. Finalizing LSAE Annual Convention in September at Live! Currently cleaning up the CRM. Louisiana Resource Officers Association in town next week. The Louisiana Chiefs of Police meeting July 2026 and Jehovahs Witness, conferences will also be held in July 2026. Film Commission: 50 Cent held a public announcement and a groundbreaking event. Several films are currently in the works. A film industry meetup will be August 29, 2026. Destination Development: New Destination Development Coordinator position has been posted. The Shreveport Mayors Clean Sweep Campaign took place on May 6, 2026, in the Eden Gardens District. Currently working on a Blight Elimination Action Plan Video. Sports Commission: A major Monday night event will be announced on July 16, 2026. A Balloon Glow will held on July 9, 2026, at Barksdale Airforce Base with the Military Affairs Council. The Red River Balloon Rally will be July 10-11, 2026, at Louisiana Downs. Working on 2026 budget. Working on major events funding for the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference (SCAC). Legislative Update: SB430 became Act 598. Currently working with RASA and Independence Bowl to begin education planning. At the July meeting the VSB board will consider a resolution ordering and calling a special election to be held in Caddo and Bossier Parishes to authorize the renewal of a hotel occupancy tax for the August Bond Commission meeting. The timeline for the renewal will also be discussed. Destination 318: Winners were announced for the Destination 318 Tourism Challenge. 1st Place - $50,000 E-Vans Electric Co., 2nd Place - $25,000 Gods Country Resort, 3rd Place - $10,000 Vegans on the Run, 4th Place - $7,500 Streetcar Station and the Swamp, 5th Place - $5,000 Firefly Nights, 6th Place - $2,500 Amour Riviera, and Peoples Choice Award - $2,000 Firefly Nights. Airport Visitor Center Ribbon Cutting and News Conference will be held June 24, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. Chairmans Report - Association Reports A. Shreveport-Bossier Film Advisory Board Bylaws After reviewing the bylaws, Mr. Anderson made a motion to approve; seconded by Ms. Hartley. All in favor, none opposed with no public comment. Restaurant Association: No report Hotel/Motel Association: The June meeting was held on June 11, 2026, at Ernests Orleans Restaurant. The guest speaker was Terri Matthews, Executive Director of Downtown Shreveport Unlimited (DSU). HLA will hold a Hospitality Job Fair on Wednesday, August 26, 2026. Attractions Association: No report Next Meeting: Board Meeting July 15, 2026 Agenda items for the upcoming meeting: Ordinance for Occupancy Tax Renewal Adjourned: The meeting was adjourned at approximately 12:40 p.m. Approved: __________________ Charles Johnson Chairman __________________ Carlotta Askew-Brown Secretary 12626463 9/13/26 ($311.00)

PUBLIC NOTICE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT OF LOUISIANA PARISH OF CADDO JOSEPH CLINTON ALLEN, ET UX VS ELIZABETH KRISTINE ARKLESS, UNOPENED SUCCESSION OF HAROLD E. WATTS, JR. and UNOPENED SUCCESSION GEORGE B. ROBERTS NO. C-665844 CIVIL DOCKET NOTICE Notice it is hereby given that JOSEPH CLINTON ALLEN and ANN BARR ALLEN have filed a Petition in the above numbered and entitled proceeding seeking a Partition by Licitation of the following described immovable property located in Caddo Parish: The Southwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (SW of NE ), less road, Section 30, Township 21 North, Range 15 West, Caddo Parish, Louisiana, containing 39.09 acres, more or less. The Petition identifies ELIZABETH KRISTINE ARKLESS, the UNOPENED SUCCESSION OF HAROLD E. WATTS, JR. and the UNOPENED SUCCESSION OF GEORGE B. ROBERTS, as Defendants. Any absentee heir or claimant of the Defendants has fifteen (15) days from the date of publication of this Notice to answer to said Petition. The address of the Court in which this proceeding has been brought is 501 Texas Street, Shreveport, Louisiana 71101. September 13 2026 LLOU0593763

FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT CADDO PARISH, LOUISIANA DOCKET NO: 648,745 SUCCESSION FRANCES ANN DRIGGERS ODLE AND DANIEL THOMAS ODLE NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR AUTHORITY TO SELL IMMOVABLE PROPERTY AT PRIVATE SALE Notice is Given that the Administratrix of these Successions have petitioned this Court for authority to sell immovable property of the captioned Successions belonging to the Decedents at private sale in accordance with the provisions of Article 3281 of the Code of Civil Procedure for the price of $96,500.00 cash with the Successions to pay this year's prorated taxes and for the other matters set forth in the sale document. The immovable property proposed to be sold at private sale is described as follows: Lot 47, Wing Bluff Subdivision, Second Revision, a subdivision of Caddo Parish, Louisiana, as per plat recorded in Book 700, Page 471 of the Conveyance Records of Caddo Parish, Louisiana, together with all buildings and improvements located thereon, having a municipal address of 474 East Irving Bluff Road, Shreveport, Louisiana 71107 Any heir, legatee or creditor who opposes the proposed sale must file an opposition within seven (7) days from the date of which the last publication of this noticeappears. BY ORDER OF THE COURT /s/Sharon Newton Deputy Clerk 12623957 9/13/26 ($00.00)

I, Derek Austin Boyd, have beenconvicted of indecent behavior with juveniles (sexual motivation) - 2 counts My address is: 9430 Pitch Pine Dr, Shreveport, LA 71118 Race: White Sex: Male Age: 39 Height: 6'3" Weight: 170 Hair Color:Brown Eye Color: Brown Parish of Notification: Caddo The Times: Sept 11, 13, 2026

I, Edward Rogers Jr, have beenconvicted of indecent behavior with juveniles (sexual motivation); sexual battery (attempted) (sexual motivation) My address is: 1120 Creswell Ave, Shreveport, LA 71101 Race: Black Sex: Male Age: 65 Height: 6'1" Weight: 206 Hair Color:Black Eye Color: Brown Parish of Notification: Caddo The Times: Sept 11, 13, 2026

LEGAL NOTICE PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 30 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, PARISH OF CADDO, LOUISIANA. Notice is hereby given of violation(s) of Chapter 30, Section 30-21 and 30-52 of the Code of Ordinances, Parish of Caddo. The property is a residential locality at 7699 Teal Glenn dr., Mooringsport, Louisiana. Geographical number 201529-002-0021-00 and is owned by Lewis Wayne Terry and Virginia prough Terry of 7860 Teal Glen Dr., Mooringsport, Louisiana. This is the first notice after an inspection of the property indicated violation(s) of a dilapidated trailer. It also has high grass with vegetation, and some junk on the property. This is the first notice and if the violations are not abated or corrected the Caddo Parish Public Works Department will take actions after 30 days to have the violations corrected. The cost of correcting the violations will be that of the owners, plus an administrative cost of 15 percent will be charged to the owners and if not paid within 30 days a lien will be placed on the property. Contact the Public Works Department at 318-226-6930, CELL 318-272-0472 or in person at 505 Travis Street, Suite 820, Shreveport, Louisiana for further information. 12613042 9/6 9/13/26 ($72.80)

LEGAL NOTICE PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 30 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, PARISH OF CADDO, LOUISIANA. Notice is hereby given of violation(s) of Chapter 30, Section 30-52 of the Code of Ordinances, Parish of Caddo. The property is a residential locality at 0 Graham Rd., Keithville, Louisiana. GEO numbers: 151405-005-0037-00. The owners are John Wiggins and Leona R. Hutchinson of 3810 Cross Country Trail, Arlington, Texas. After inspection of the properties the department found to have overgrown grass and vegetation around the property. It also has trash and junk around the property This is the WARNING CITATION informing them and any interested parties that the violation(s) need to be abated or corrected within 14 days. If the violations are not abated or corrected the Caddo Parish Public Works Department will take actions after the 14 days to have the violations corrected. The cost of correcting the violations will be that of the owners, plus an administrative cost of $150.00 will be charged to the owners and if not paid within 30 days a lien will be placed on the property. Contact the Public Works Department at 318-226-6930, CELL 318-344-7157 or in person at 505 Travis Street, Suite 820, Shreveport, Louisiana for further information. 12612838 9/6 9/13/26 ($75.44)

LEGAL NOTICE PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 30 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, PARISH OF CADDO, LOUISIANA. Notice is hereby given of violation(s) of Chapter 30, Section 30-52 of the Code of Ordinances, Parish of Caddo. The property is a residential locality at 8169 Sundown Dr., Mooringsport, Louisiana. GEO numbers: 201530-007-0013-00. The owners are John Joseph Giglio and Cheryl R. Giglio of 7205 N Lakeshore Dr., Shreveport, Louisiana. After inspection of the properties the department found to have overgrown grass and vegetation around the property. It also has trash and junk around the property This is the WARNING CITATION informing them and any interested parties that the violation(s) need to be abated or corrected within 14 days. If the violations are not abated or corrected the Caddo Parish Public Works Department will take actions after the 14 days to have the violations corrected. The cost of correcting the violations will be that of the owners, plus an administrative cost of $150.00 will be charged to the owners and if not paid within 30 days a lien will be placed on the property. Contact the Public Works Department at 318-226-6930, CELL 318-344-7157 or in person at 505 Travis Street, Suite 820, Shreveport, Louisiana for further information. 12612503 9/6 9/13/26 ($76.10)

LEGAL NOTICE PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 30 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, PARISH OF CADDO, LOUISIANA. Notice is hereby given of violation(s) of Chapter 30, Section 30-21 and 30-52 of the Code of Ordinances, Parish of Caddo. The property is a residential locality at 4121 Rockford St., Shreveport, Louisiana. Geographical number 181429-014-0026-00 and is owned by Wade Vance of 4121 Rockford St., Shreveport, Louisiana. This is the first notice after an inspection of the property indicated violation(s) of a dilapidated house. It also has high grass with vegetation, and some junk on the property. This is the first notice and if the violations are not abated or corrected the Caddo Parish Public Works Department will take actions after 30 days to have the violations corrected. The cost of correcting the violations will be that of the owners, plus an administrative cost of 15 percent will be charged to the owners and if not paid within 30 days a lien will be placed on the property. Contact the Public Works Department at 318-226-6930, CELL 318-272-0472 or in person at 505 Travis Street, Suite 820, Shreveport, Louisiana for further information. 12610683 9/6 9/13/26 ($70.16)

Public Notice The Board of Directors of New Vision Learning Academy will meet on Thursday, September 24, 2026. The meeting will take place in the Multi-Purpose Room at 5:30 p.m. Monroe, LA. September 13 2026 LLOU0595299