By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Icon
Jan 5th, 2026
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ARTICLE BY GEORGIANN POTTS | PHOTOGRAPHY BY KELLY MOORE CLARK Jeff Thomas runs . . . a lot! He ran his first marathon (the Twin City Marathon) on November 6, 2022, and covered 26.2 miles on that day. Since then he has run nine marathons including three of the world majors (New York in November [&hell...
By Nathan Coker
In Blog
Jan 5th, 2026
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Styled by MARÉ BRENNANPhotograph by KELLY MOORE CLARK BayouLife Magazine’s Top 5 beauty picks, from a broad-spectrum sunscreen to a retinol lotion formulated by a local dermatologist, are essentials for healthy, glowing skin. These standout products deserve a spot in your new year, new skincare routi...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Fashion
Jan 5th, 2026
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Model: Posey Clark Photography by Kelly Moore ClarkHair and Makeup by Barrie Brennan This winter, pull out the looks in classic winter whites. From velvet dresses to cozy sweaters, these chic pieces are available at local retailers. KIM LOLLEY DESIGNS This dress blends classic sophistication with con...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Eats
Jan 5th, 2026
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ARTICLE BY STARLA GATSONPHOTOGRAPHY BY KELLY MOORE CLARK Rooted in heritage and community, Kate Nguyen is brewing authentic Vietnamese culture into North Louisiana’s coffee scene, one phin-dripped cup at a time. Kate Nguyen can’t hide her pride in her Vietnamese heritage. Not that she’s trying to. Th...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Artist
Jan 5th, 2026
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Article by April C. Doughty Photography by Kelly Moore Clark Patricia Tait Jones came to art later in life. She was inspired by the path her daughter Maggie had taken in college and emboldened by the encouragement of a supportive friend who pursued creative study alongside her. What began as a self-d...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Home
Dec 1st, 2025
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Away from the piercing rumble of car engines barreling through I-20, away from the milder transit of LA-145, deeper yet into the backroads of the Ruston-Choudrant border, a road lined with the quiet ceremony of tall trees and erratically growing shrubbery leads to a vacation rental settled near a lar...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Artist
Dec 1st, 2025
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Article by C. Doughty | Photography by Kelly Moore Clark Tom Byrd’s art is shaped by the open fields, family influences, and creative lessons that defined his Louisiana childhood. Through loss, reflection, and an ever-evolving passion for seeing things deeply, he’s built a body of work that connects ...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Icon
Dec 1st, 2025
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ARTICLE BY GEORGIANN POTTS | PHOTOGRAPHY BY KELLY MOORE CLARK LEADING WITH HEART:William Smart is reshaping how his community sees modern public housing, pairing kindness with a firm insistence that perceptions catch up with today’s reality. His journey from a tight-knit Monroe upbringing to dedicate...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Fashion
Dec 1st, 2025
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Styled by Maré Brennan | Photography by Kelly Moore ClarkModels | Emmerson Britt and Vaughn WetzelHair and Makeup by Meka BennettLocation at Hotel Monroe HOLIDAY DRESSING‘Tis the season to sleigh your style. Whether you’re feeling flirty, sparkly, suited-up, or sweater-obsessed, your next festive loo...
By Nathan Coker
In Featured Slider
Dec 1st, 2025
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Article by MEREDITH MCKINNIE and photography by TONI NAVARRO Each December, Primary Health Services Center transforms into a place filled with holiday magicand heartfelt generosity, blending compassion, community, and elegant décor to remind familiesthat the true spirit of Christmas is found in givin...
