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...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Eats
Apr 27th, 2015
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With all natural, grass-raised and grain-finished stock, Kingsland Ranch is quickly establishing itself as the go-to source for premium quality beef. From steaks to ground chuck, Kingsland Ranch provides for all of your BayouEats needs. article by Michael DeVault | photography by Martin G Meyers In 8...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Artist
Apr 27th, 2015
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Portraits of Motherhood article by MARY NAPOLI | photography by MARTIN G MEYERS “IT IS ONE OF MY EARLIEST MEMORIES…that my mother made a specific place to put my artwork up in the living room on display–not on the refrigerator. It was the first time I remember seeing my work hangin...
By Nathan Coker
In Center Block
Apr 27th, 2015
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Carmel Hill Fund Educational Program Forges Path for Children in Monroe article by Maré Brennan | photography by Martin G Meyers When Margie Godwin and Allison Painich go to work each day, they know they are changing lives for the better. “We are not waiting for Superman to come save these kids; we...
