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By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Eats
Oct 31st, 2024
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article by Vanelis Riveraphotography by Kelly Moore Clark With Lula Perl Café, owners Kate and Paul Halaszyn prioritized creating a community-focused, homestyle atmosphere with a menu that evolves with regionally sourced ingredients resulting in a space that evokes the food and comfort of “the simple...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Icon
Oct 31st, 2024
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ARTICLE BY GEORGIANN POTTSPHOTOGRAPHY BY KELLY MOORE CLARK Loretta Hudson has lived in North Louisiana nearly all of her life. She grew up playing outdoors with the farm animals and running around and swimming with her siblings. These were special times where Loretta learned the importance of love, f...
By Nathan Coker
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Oct 31st, 2024
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article by VANELIS RIVERAphotography by KELLY MOORE CLARK The “dirty soda” craze has arrived in the Twin Cities thanks to Teal Hoffman and Maren Bentson. Wanting to share their love of the highly flavorful beverage, the sisters have created Soda Jerk, a drive-through business that exudes positive and...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Artist
Oct 31st, 2024
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Article by Starla GatsonPhotography by Kelly Moore Clark It’s hard to put Ansell M. Jordan, II into a box. From floral design to painting, sewing and textile work, the Monroe native wears many hats, and he has for years. “I enjoy a lot, and I don’t feel like a person should just be limited to one thi...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Fashion
Oct 31st, 2024
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Models Alicyn Murphy and Chevy NavarroHair and Makeup Meka Bennett RelifordPhotography Kelly Moore ClarkSpecial Thanks to Atomic Vintage From embellished sweaters to leather shorts, knee-high boots to cozy scarves, these stylish pieces are perfect for elevating your fall fashion. MAX PORTER PROVISION...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Artist
Oct 1st, 2024
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article by STARLA GATSONphotography by KELLY MOORE CLARK Natalie Armstrong loves juxtaposition – she is a collage artist, layering images on top of each other on wood panels.  Her current works blend burlesque with the bayou.   Natalie Armstrong loves juxtaposition, the concept Merriam-Webster define...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Icon
Oct 1st, 2024
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ARTICLE BY GEORGIANN POTTSPHOTOGRAPHY BY KELLY MOORE CLARK For many in our region – and well beyond – William Stanley “Stan” Humphries is a hero (and not just for football). Many remember his years playing football at Northeast Louisiana University (now the University of Louisiana at Monroe). There h...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Eats
Oct 1st, 2024
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article by Meredith McKinniephotography by Kelly Moore Clark This new eatery brings New Orleans fare to the Northeast Louisiana community combining down south ingredients and big easy charm. For Wendy Borrow and Faisal Ali, the restaurant industry is a way to give back to the community and be among t...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Fashion
Oct 1st, 2024
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Model Lindsay AdamsHair and Makeup Meka Bennett RelifordPhotography Kelly Moore ClarkLocation The Lotus Club These looks seamlessly transition from work to dinner. From tailored pieces to  stylish sweaters, these looks effortlessly shift from day to night. Find at local boutiques. PALETTE HOUSE &...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Home
Oct 1st, 2024
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ARTICLE BY MARÉ BRENNANARCHITECT LEE LEDBETTERLANDSCAPE ARCHITECT BRIAN SAWYER When philanthropists and community pillars Dawn and Harlan Sager decided to build on property that had been in the family for four generations, the couple hired Lee Ledbetter to begin the design of their family’s dream hom...