By Nathan Coker
In Center Block
Sep 8th, 2020
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WORDS BY Starla GatsonPORTRAITS BY Kelly Moore ClarkLIFESTYLE IMAGES COURTESY OF Preppy Poindexter A young Lincoln Powell, Jr. looked at himself in the mirror, eyeing his Girbaud jeans with the orange straps and matching sweater vest. He was only headed to his high school’s homecoming game, but he wa...
By Nathan Coker
In Center Block
Sep 8th, 2020
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Family-run and family-inspired, Garden Baby is the very image of familiar and welcoming. The organic children’s clothing store is located in historic downtown Ruston, and it fits right in with the comfortable downtown feel. You walk in to soft music and savory scents, to bright natural light and cool...
By Nathan Coker
In Center Block
Sep 8th, 2020
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THIS YEAR’S GROUP OF YOUNG PROFESSIONALS IS HELPING TO SHAPE THE FUTURE OF NORTHEAST LOUISIANA PHOTOGRAPHY BY KELLY MOORE CLARK The Monroe Chamber of Commerce, the Northeast Louisiana Young Professionals and BayouLife Magazine are pleased to announce the nominations for the 2020 Top 20 Twenty Under 4...
By Nathan Coker
In Center Block
Sep 8th, 2020
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In 2019, Dan Feibus and the team behind VIDALIA MILLS injected life and energy as well as revitalized the hope of Vidalia with their own goals of breathing life into the dying art of producing a uniquely American product, selvedge denim. Louisiana made, Vidalia Mills believes in the abilities of ever...
By Cassie Livingston
In Bayou Eats
Jul 30th, 2020
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Looking for inspiration from your garden? These delicious dishes from area restaurants feature berry medleys used in flavorful ways. From handcrafted pastries to summer salads, these berrylicious servings will tingle your taste buds. Clockwise, starting from top left: The PlatterA variety of cheeses ...
By Cassie Livingston
In Center Block
Jul 30th, 2020
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PHOTOGRAPHY BY KELLY MOORE CLARKILLUSTRATIONS BY MEAGAN RUSSELLARTICLE BY MEREDITH MCKINNIE Originally from Houston, Doran Smith searched for a new beginning. He moved to Monroe two years ago with the hopes of establishing himself in a new place. His desire to serve people comes naturally and sincere...
By Cassie Livingston
In Center Block
Jul 29th, 2020
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LIVING IN LOUISIANA MEANS THAT WE HAVE A PLETHORA OF GREAT SEAFOOD AT OUR FINGERTIPS. THESE LOCAL RESTAURANTS HAVE MASTERED THE ART OF CREATING MOUTH-WATERING SEAFOOD DISHES THAT ARE EQUALLY AS BEAUTIFUL AS THEY ARE PALATABLE. styling by Taylor Bennettphotography by Kelly Moore Clark...
By Cassie Livingston
In Center Block
Jul 29th, 2020
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Pizza is the best comfort food, and these local establishments are as good as it gets – any way you slice it. styling by: Taylor Bennettphotography by: Kelly Moore Clark Clockwise starting from left: MIRO’S MUFFALETTA PIZZADelicious mix of salami, ham, olive mix, provolone cheese and mozzarella. NEWK...
By Cassie Livingston
In Center Block
Jul 2nd, 2020
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US Navy Commander Thom Hamilton recently returned from deployment to New York City, where he worked in an ICU with COVID-19 patients at a hospital there. This work was just one example of Hamilton’s remarkable ability to take what life gives him and make the most of it. article by Georgiann Potts | P...
By Cassie Livingston
In Center Block
Jul 2nd, 2020
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Masur Museum of Art Adapts to Unforeseen Circumstances Article By Starla Gatson When COVID-19 struck in March, Monroe’s Masur Museum of Art joined thousands of establishments across the nation in temporarily closing their doors in an effort to mitigate the spread of the disease. Then, on April 12 — E...
