Chris Hebert
The Cordish Companies Celebrate Grand Opening of $270+ Million Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana

The Cordish Companies celebrated the highly anticipated grand opening of Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana, a $270+ million resort destination that marks the first land-side casino in the Shreveport-Bossier market.
“Just over a year ago, we broke ground on what is now a world-class entertainment destination – a true game-changer for Bossier City. We are excited to bring the Live! brand to this region with this stunning property. With every detail thoughtfully designed to deliver a premier guest experience, Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana is set to become the cornerstone of excitement, hospitality, and economic growth for this region,” said Jon Cordish, Principal of The Cordish Companies.
The Cordish Companies were joined by key stakeholders including Louisiana State Senator Sam L. Jenkins, Jr., State Representative Steven Jackson, Bossier City Mayor Thomas Chandler, Louisiana Gaming Control Board Chairman Christopher Hebert, Bossier Parish Police Juror Pam Glorioso, Bossier Chamber of Commerce President Lisa Johnson, Louisiana-native Professional Football Hall of Famer Ed Reed, and many community and business leaders from around the region to celebrate the opening.
“It is truly an exciting time for the Shreveport-Bossier market and the entire Louisiana gaming industry as we open Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana to the public. It’s been some time since a new casino planted roots in our state, and already we are seeing the economic benefits with hundreds of job seekers finding employment. We look forward to many prosperous years with Live! Louisiana and The Cordish Companies,” said Chris Hebert, Chairman of the Louisiana Gaming Control Board.
Strategically located along the Red River, Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana offers seamless access from U.S. Highway 71 and Interstate 20, just 20 miles from the Texas border and 40 miles from Arkansas. This world-class destination brings new economic opportunities and an elevated entertainment experience to the region. The $270+ million development is projected to generate $35 million in gaming tax revenues for Bossier City and $168 million for the State of Louisiana within the first five years, as well as $34 million in annual salaries.
“Today is a monumental day for our city, community and region. We have eagerly awaited this moment, knowing that Live! will bring an unparalleled level of entertainment excellence to Bossier City. We couldn’t be prouder to welcome the Live! brand, inviting both visitors and locals to experience the energy, excitement, and world-class entertainment that Louisiana Live! has to offer,” said Bossier City Mayor Tommy Chandler.
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