On Thursday, Bossier City developers and planners gathered for a ribbon‑cutting ceremony to reveal the 2026 KTBS‑3 St. Jude Dream Home. The newly built, four‑bedroom, four‑bathroom residence sits at 780 Duck Water Landing and is valued at $715,000. Constructed by Rodgers Homes & Construction, the home features a Scandinavian‑style layout, a three‑car garage, an outdoor kitchen, and brand‑new appliances.
Community and charitable focus
Philip Rodgers, a partner with Rodgers Homes, said the project’s purpose is to support St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. “If you ever go to St. Jude’s and you see sick children that don’t have a chance, it’s something that, you know, you don’t quit,” he explained. Rodgers added that advances in technology and increased funding help save more lives.
Meagan Crow, a National Wholesale showroom manager involved in the build, echoed the sentiment, noting that helping St. Jude and the families it serves makes the effort worthwhile.
Additional giveaway items
The annual giveaway also includes a new Jeep donated by Hubert’s Town & Country Dealership. This marks the second consecutive year the dealership has contributed a vehicle. Sales Manager Drew Hubert said the donation reflects the dealership’s pride in supporting the cause, stating, “We’ve donated many years and we’re just excited to donate a vehicle and just help support the cause even more.”
Entries for the Jeep giveaway close at midnight on Friday. Tickets for both the Jeep and the Dream Home are sold online, with all proceeds benefiting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Public tours and additional prizes
The Dream Home will open to the public on Saturday at 9 a.m. and will be available for tours every weekend through September 20. Visitors who attend the open house can register on‑site for a chance to win a $5,000 Ivan Smith Furniture shopping spree.
The grand prize drawing for the Dream Home is scheduled for September 22, giving one lucky participant the opportunity to take ownership of the newly built house.
Local impact
Beyond the charitable contributions, the project highlights Bossier City’s ongoing development efforts and showcases local builders, retailers, and community partners working together for a common good. The event underscores the city’s commitment to supporting national charitable causes while providing residents with a unique, family‑friendly attraction.
Original reporting: KTBS 3 (Shreveport) — read the source article.
