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By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Home
Feb 27th, 2018
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Of bricks and bonding with the past. When it comes to downtown Monroe and historic preservation, there is a dynamic duo whose names rise to the top of every conversation ARTICLE BY MARÉ BRENNAN PHOTOGRAPHY BY MARTIN G MEYERS When it comes to downtown Monroe and historic preservation, there is a dynam...
By Nathan Coker
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Feb 27th, 2018
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articles by MICHAEL DEVAULT and MEREDITH MCKINNIE photography by MARTIN G MEYERS It’s no secret that times are challenging for family businesses, where owners must compete with online retailers and a nearly endless tidal wave of national branding on televisions and radio. Yet, across northeastern Lou...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Fashion
Feb 27th, 2018
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Shake off the winter blues with next season’s style essentials. From haute hues to chic sets, these looks will have you ready to jet set into Spring. PHOTOGRAPHY BY MARTIN G MEYERS HAIR AND MAKEUP BY MEKA BENNETT SPECIAL THANKS TO SUE SARTOR MODEL: ELLIE JACKSON...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Artist
Feb 27th, 2018
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Rickey Pittman is an author, singer and songwriter. He writes literary fiction, children’s picture books and poetry, and is also a noted songwriter and storyteller. He hopes that the work he produces will have an impact on people – an emotional connection enough to get a person searching. article by ...
By Rachel Dolecheck
In Bayou Artist
Feb 1st, 2018
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ARTICLE BY KAY RECTOR AND PHOTOGRAPHY BY BRAD ARENDER MONROE ARTIST BUNNY HEWITT describes herself as a “moody painter.”  She paints only when she feels moved to create, filling her canvas with whatever images inspire her in the moment. While her artistic process may not be regimented or methodical, ...
By Katie Sloan
In Featured Slider
Jan 31st, 2018
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Each year, BayouLife is proud to support the St. Jude’s Dream Home program to support the efforts of the world’s premier childhood cancer center. For 2018, we decided to give you a glimpse of how your contributions help people right here at home. These are just a few stories of northern Louisiana fam...
By Katie Sloan
In Bayou Eats
Jan 31st, 2018
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Article by Vanelis Rivera and Photography by Martin G Meyers Charity Jones Shares Her “Love Language” The Vantage Tower in downtown Monroe will soon be known for more than its prominent 12 stories, lavish wedding receptions and esteemed history. On January 15th, Great Gatsby met Julia Child in ...
By Katie Sloan
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Jan 31st, 2018
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Articles by Meredith McKinnie and Michael Devault, Photography by Martin G Meyers Love is a decision they make each day. The lifelong commitments detailed in these stories are choices. And whether they endured death, career changes, illness or any other valley of life, their relationships became thei...
By Katie Sloan
In Featured Slider
Jan 8th, 2018
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BayouLife talks to six fitness gurus about their routines for healthy living. Articles by Meredith McKinnie, Photography by Martin G Meyers   Kemper Baugh While Kemper Baugh is a social media staple, often posing in various scenic spots across the area in the latest fashions, one can’t help but ...
By Katie Sloan
In Bayou Eats
Jan 8th, 2018
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Article by Vanelis Rivera, Photography by Martin G Meyers Teriyaki Grill in Ruston Serves Healthy and Flavorful Dishes Teriyaki Grill is a health-conscious franchise tucked in the midst of a vast, picturesque skyscape and is the keystone of a quickly developing niche in Ruston, Louisiana. Popular wit...