By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Icon
Jun 28th, 2015
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A quiet, unassuming mother and grandmother, you’d never suspect she was a player in foreign relations with world superpower China. That’s precisely why Nell Calloway is the Bayou Icon for July. article by Michael DeVault | photography by Brad Arender In 1937, an American moved to China for a job. The...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Home
Jun 28th, 2015
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Judi Horton’s Oxbow Lodge is located in quaint St. Joseph, Louisiana. The rebirth of this jewel on the shores of Lake Bruin combines rustic, yet modern touches. article by Maré Brennan | photos by Martin G Meyers Just look for the 1954 1/2 Chevy truck out by the road. “It was my father-in-law’s...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Outdoors
Jun 28th, 2015
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Embracing the Ones You Love article by Dan Chason 2014 was a rough year for me. With the demands of work, kids, grandkids and of course, my hobbies, it was a run and gun year. All of that was compounded in April when my Dad, Rev. R.L. Chason unexpectedly passed away. My Mom, Mozelle, his [&hellip...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Eats
Jun 28th, 2015
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Monroe-raised chef, Chris McKnight, is bringing southern-inspired dishes to a delectable new level at his family-owned and operated restaurant, The Fat Pelican. article by Samantha Evans | photography by Martin G Meyers “I’ll feed them.” Chris McKnight, Owner and Head Chef of The Fat Peli...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Artist
Jun 28th, 2015
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Lou Davenport, this month’s Bayou Artist, talks to BayouLife Magazine about her love of art and family. She’s a creative character known for producing whimscial works of art, while being as entertaining as she is talented. article by Mary Napoli | photography by Brad Arender She peeks through a curta...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Home
May 27th, 2015
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Edgewood Plantation: Finding Love and Breathing New Life into Farmerville’s Historic Baughman Home article by Maré Brennan | photography by Martin G Meyers This love story begins over one hundred and thirteen years ago at a time when small town merchants were kings of their domain, providing their c...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Artist
May 26th, 2015
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“No one else has your voice; no one else has your fingerprints. God made you to be completely unique. Your handwriting is the same way. It is one-of-a-kind, just as you are.” article by Mary Napoli | photography by Martin G Meyers Shannan Inman, Ruston resident and creative force behind Pa...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Icon
May 26th, 2015
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Leaving politics at the water’s edge, three-term Monroe mayor Jamie Mayo pulls back the curtain and shares reflections on life, love, and family. article by Michael DeVault | photography by Brad Arender In 1981, the financial aid office at Northeast Louisiana University was a walnut-paneled suite of ...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Eats
May 26th, 2015
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Social Bites of Ruston article by Mary Napoli | photography by Martin G Meyers This is the giggly part!” says a pig-tailed, five-year-old to her mother as she licks the top of her chocolate cupcake. The sugar-induced grin reveals exactly what “the giggly part” is–icing. Socia...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Kidz
May 26th, 2015
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My Grandmother – Tight Hugs and Unconditional Love article by Cindy G. Foust My heart is heavy this month, Readers, heavier than it has been in some time. Since I share many of my life’s experiences with the readers of this column, this month will be no exception. And because this month’s...
