Welcome to the very first issue of Three18 Insider. This issue represents more than just paper and ink. It represents a belief that our stories matter, and Shreveport-Bossier deserves to see itself not only recognized but championed. The people building something meaningful in our communities should be celebrated. That belief is what led to the creation of Three18 Insider.

If you’re familiar with Shreveport’s Secrets, you already know where this story begins. Over the past few years, Shreveport’s Secrets has grown into a platform dedicated to sharing positive news and hidden gems in our region. We’ve highlighted local businesses, entrepreneurs, creatives, events and community leaders doing remarkable things in the Shreveport-Bossier community. What started as a digital platform has grown into something much bigger than I ever could have imagined.

But as our audience grew, we sought new ways to tell our stories, ways to go deeper. This magazine was created to bring those stories to life in a richer, more thoughtful way. It’s a place where we can highlight the businesses shaping our economy, the creatives shaping our culture, and the leaders shaping the future of our region. It’s where we can showcase the hidden gems, the inspiring journeys, and the ideas that make our community unique.

And while this magazine is brand new, the mission behind it is not.

Three18 Insider is proudly a Shreveport’s Secrets Media company, built on the same foundation that has guided everything we’ve done from the beginning: shine a light on the people and places that make our community special.

The name itself carries meaning. The “three” represents the three core content pillars you can expect in every issue: news, culture and community. Each edition will keep Shreveport-Bossier informed on the local news that matters, spotlight the people, businesses, organizations and events making an impact, and share conversations shaping our community.

Inside these pages, you’ll find a mix of storytelling and discovery. You’ll meet local entrepreneurs who are redefining what’s possible. You’ll discover restaurants and experiences you may not have tried yet. You’ll hear from creators, professionals and community leaders who are pushing our future forward in meaningful ways.

We want this magazine to feel like a curated guide to the people and ideas shaping our region right now. But this first issue is just the beginning.

The vision for Three18 Insider is much bigger than a magazine. It’s part of a growing media platform dedicated to celebrating and elevating the Shreveport-Bossier area. In the coming months and years, you’ll see us expand into more storytelling, events, collaborations and opportunities that bring our community together.

One such collaboration is our new exclusive media partnership with the Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce. Three18 Insider and the Greater Shreveport Chamber share a common goal: to share positive and productive stories that help celebrate the organizations driving economic progress and highlight the leaders shaping the future of northwest Louisiana.

This partnership gives us exclusive access to prominent regional leadership stories and amplifies the visibility of two of the chamber’s most prestigious events: 40 Under Forty and the Minority Business Opportunity Awards, or MBOA. And yes, we’re excited to continue the tradition of the 40 Under Forty cover reveal.

We believe our region has incredible momentum. New businesses are launching. Creative industries are growing. Entrepreneurs are taking risks. And people across our community are building things that deserve attention.

Our goal is simple: help tell those stories. We also believe local media should feel personal. It should feel connected to the people it serves. That’s why all the voices you’ll read in this magazine are people who live and work right here. They understand this community because they’re part of it.

You may pick up this magazine to read about a restaurant or a local business, but our hope is that you’ll walk away with something more: a deeper appreciation for the people and ideas shaping our community.

Producing something like this takes a lot of people who believe in the vision. I’m incredibly grateful to the writers, photographers, advertisers and community partners who helped make this first issue possible. Launching a magazine is no small task, and their support means everything.

Most importantly, thank you for reading.

Whether you discovered us through Shreveport’s Secrets, picked up this magazine at a local business or heard about it from a friend, we’re glad you’re here. Your support helps make this kind of storytelling possible.

This is the first issue of Three18 Insider, but it’s far from the last. We’re excited about where this journey will go and about the stories we’ll continue to tell along the way. Because the truth is, there are incredible things happening in our community every day.

And we’re just getting started.

Paul Savage Jr. is the publisher of Three18 Insider and the Shreveport’s Secrets Best of Guide. He is a graduate of Centenary College of Louisiana, with a degree in communication and a minor in computer science.

This article was originally published in the May 2026 issue of Three18 Insider.