A KTAL film crew was in downtown Minden on Thursday afternoon capturing footage for a series of promotional videos designed to highlight the city’s culture, businesses and community spirit.
The project, initiated by the City of Minden, aims to feature local residents in commercials and videos that will promote the area to a broader audience. Filming on May 8 ran from 12 PM to 4 PM at multiple locations throughout the downtown area.
Crews began filming at several local eateries, including El Santito on the patio, Orleans Bistreaux, Underdawgs and Woo’s Bar. The production then moved to the Dorcheat Museum on Pearl Street and nearby retail shops, capturing scenes of shoppers and historic exhibits.
Later that afternoon, filming shifted to Bayou Dorcheat to capture footage of paddling on the scenic waterway. The day concluded with scenes at Shug’s Ice Cream Parlor, featuring the theme “Where life’s a lil sweeter.”
The city had invited residents from Minden and surrounding areas to participate in the project, encouraging community representation across all ages and backgrounds. According to city officials, the videos will spotlight local landmarks, events and the overall character of the community.
It was a clear spring afternoon for filming, adding to the backdrop for the first day of production. Additional sessions are planned at various locations around town to accommodate interested participants.
The final videos will be used in commercial and promotional campaigns to present Minden as a welcoming and vibrant place to live, work and visit.
