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...
By Cassie Livingston
In Center Block
Jul 2nd, 2020
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Christie and Michael Echols’ Home Garden ARTICLE BY MARÉ BRENNAN AND PHOTOGRAPHY BY KELLY MOORE CLARK A global pandemic can’t stop the Echols family from being grounded in nature. Christie and Michael Echols along with their two precious children have enjoyed outside living and learning during the Co...
By Cassie Livingston
In Center Block
Jul 2nd, 2020
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ARTICLE BY VANELIS RIVERA | PHOTOGRAPHY BY ANDREW BAILEY Farmers’ markets have deep roots in our history. But what used to be essential to daily life can now easily be substituted with an online order and curbside pickup. Though our culture of convenience has snowballed into many forms and for a plet...
By Cassie Livingston
In Center Block
Jun 5th, 2020
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IT SEEMS LIKE EVERYONE HAS A LITTLE CABIN FEVER THESE DAYS, AND WE’VE GOT THE PERFECT CURE – SOCIALLY DISTANCED DAY TRIPS. NEXT TIME YOU START ITCHING FOR NEW SCENERY, LACE UP THOSE HIKING BOOTS AND HIT THE TRAILS AT ONE OF THESE BEAUTIFUL LOCAL STATE PARKS. ARTICLE BY STARLA GATSON AND PHOTOGRAPHY B...
