By Katie Sloan
In AskErin
Nov 30th, 2017
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article by Erin Love The art of gift-giving is one way that we express our generosity, appreciation, thanks, and love for others while recognizing special occasions and achievements. As the saying goes, gift-giving should be “all about the sentiment,” but that doesn’t keep us from going that extra m...
By Katie Sloan
In Bayou Kidz
Nov 30th, 2017
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Making Holiday Gift Giving Into a Family Activity Article by Cindy G. Foust It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, everywhere you go…soon the bells will start, and the thing that will make them ring is the carol that you sing, right within your heart.” Yes, readers, I have already started liste...
By Katie Sloan
In Bayou Eats
Nov 30th, 2017
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Dean Norton, Karl Puljak and Cassidy Keim teamed up to open Ruston’s newest eatery, The Utility Brewing Company. Article by Vanelis Rivera and Photography by Martin G Meyers Huddled next to the Dixie Center for the Arts in downtown Ruston is an ingenious little locale brewing up hoppiness on tap. T...
By Katie Sloan
In Bayou Artist
Nov 30th, 2017
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Article by April Clark Honaker & Photography by Kelly Moore Clark Emery Thibodeaux has spent the last few years placing art in the public eye, from her joint project with One Mile of Love to Postcard Murals in West Monroe and Monroe, Emery is helping cultivate an appreciation of art in our...
By Katie Sloan
In Bayou Home
Oct 30th, 2017
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Article by Maré Brennan and Photography by Martin G Meyers The craftsman-style bungalow of Caroline Youngblood features beautifully displayed artwork throughout, family heirlooms and textiles not only inspire her art, but also her home. Nestled on K Street in Monroe’s historic Garden District, the ho...
By Katie Sloan
In Bayou Artist
Oct 30th, 2017
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Article by April Clark Honaker and Photography by Kelly Moore Clark Over the past year, Courtney Wentzel has found herself inspired by children’s portraits with an artistic eye, Wentzel’s gouge has carved countless images of local families. When Courtney Wetzel posted portraits sh...
By Katie Sloan
In Bayou Eats
Oct 30th, 2017
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Article by Vanelis Rivera and photography by Martin G Meyers For twenty-one years, this Cajun-inspired restaurant has served “the flavor of Louisiana” to the Ruston community and beyond. Minutes away from exit 86, Log Cabin Grill and Market–a Ruston staple–is ready to appease any grill-l...
By Katie Sloan
In Bayou Icon
Oct 30th, 2017
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Article by Michael Devault, photography by Brad Arender A life-long commitment to service, a supportive family and an infectious enthusiasm for her community have helped take this president of the United Way to New Heights. For more than three decades of devoted community service, Janet Durden...
By Katie Sloan
In Bayou Kidz
Oct 30th, 2017
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Setting a Good Example for Our Kids Article by Cindy G. Foust Happy Fall, Y’all…I saw that on a t-shirt or somewhere, and I’ve been dying to say it in my column, like I’m the Paula Deen of BayouLife or something. Well, I wouldn’t say Paula Deen, I think I would compare me more to […]...
By Katie Sloan
In Bayou Outdoors
Oct 30th, 2017
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Article by Dan Chason, Photography by Brad Arender Terry Denmon and his team at MOJO Outdoors have taken hunting to a new level. Denmon’s love of the outdoors and commitment to community drives his passion. If you have ever spent a cold still morning in a pit blind or leaning against a cypress tree i...
