Bossier City, La. – After a ribbon‑cutting ceremony Thursday evening, the KTKT 3 St. Jude Dream Home giveaway moves into its public‑tour phase this weekend. The custom two‑story home, valued at $715,000, is located at 780 Duckwater Landing in the Duckwater Landing subdivision.
Open‑house schedule and prizes
Visitors can tour the home on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sundays from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., with tours running every weekend until Sept. 20. While touring, guests may register on‑site for a free entry into a $5,000 Ivan Smith Furniture shopping spree – no ticket purchase required.
For those who wish to enter the larger prize draws, a $100 ticket reservation must be made by midnight Friday. Each reservation enters the buyer for a chance to win a 2026 Jeep Compass, provided by Hebert’s Town & Country Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, which was displayed at Thursday’s event.
Home features and community impact
The Dream Home showcases modern amenities: an open floor plan, a sizable media loft, a spacious kitchen with a scullery, an extended patio with an outdoor kitchen, high‑end appliances, and smart‑home technology including ENERGY STAR® thermostats and garage‑door openers. A Generac Home Standby Generator, supplied by G&S Electric, ensures power continuity.
All proceeds from ticket reservations go directly to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, helping families avoid bills for treatment, travel, housing, or food. The grand‑prize drawing for the home itself is scheduled for Sept. 22.
Background of the Dream Home program
The national St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway began in Shreveport in 1991, founded by pediatric physician Dr. Donald Mack in partnership with KTBS 3. This year’s home was built by Rodgers Homes & Construction, continuing the tradition of providing families with both a dream residence and vital support for children battling life‑threatening illnesses.
Directions
From downtown Shreveport, take I‑20 E to exit 23 toward Industrial Dr/Barksdale AFB. Turn left onto Industrial Dr (LA‑782‑2), continue on Swan Lake Rd., then left onto Duckwater Landing. The lot will be on the left.
The event highlights the collaborative spirit of Bossier City’s businesses, sponsors, and volunteers, reinforcing the community’s commitment to faith‑based charitable work and family‑focused values.
Original reporting: KTBS 3 (Shreveport) — read the source article.
