By Nathan Coker
In Born on the Bayou
Mar 31st, 2014
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article by Mary Napoli | illustration by Austin Bantel “Hey there, you must be Ann,” I said to the small, lovely woman standing in front of the Acadian style building on the grounds of the Black Bayou Lake National Wildlife Refuge. Ann Smith smiled back at me. She is Vice President of ...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Eats
Mar 31st, 2014
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It’s Crawfish Season in the South article by Michael DeVault | photography by Joli Livaudais When the hot summer months start to stare Louisiana down and Spring begins to coax the green back onto the trees, it’s time to slip on down to your favorite watering hole, juke joint, or seafood resta...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Fashion
Mar 30th, 2014
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photography by Joli Livaudais models: Courtnee Crews & Susu Shackelford hair & makeup: Meka Bennett PEARL PUMPHREY’S Susu is a pastel dream in this fitted and ribbed dress from Pearl Pumphrey’s. Pair with a long, beaded Chan Luu necklace and neutral pump for an Easter look. SALT & PEPPER ...
By Nathan Coker
In Center Block
Feb 25th, 2014
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Family, Culture and History in the Crossroads of Northeastern Louisiana article by Michael DeVault | photography by Joli Livaudais Pick up a phone book or a map of the region and look at the names. There, you’ll find names like McHenry, MacDonald and McManus. Fitzgerald and Donaldson also appea...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Eats
Feb 25th, 2014
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Enoch’s Irish Pub article by Michael DeVault | photos by Joli Livaudais If you’re looking for a touch of the Irish this St. Patrick’s Day, drop into Enoch’s Irish Pub on Louisville Avenue in Monroe. But you’ll want to get there early. St. Patrick’s Day marks the bi...
By Nathan Coker
In Born on the Bayou
Feb 25th, 2014
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article by Mary Napoli | illustration by Austin Bantel My grandparents’ home in rural Tensas Parish was a magical place to visit. During the sunny hours, my favorite cousin and I would chase each other through the cotton fields that my grandfather farmed and explore the overgrown creek bank to ...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Fashion
Feb 25th, 2014
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A Kid’s Closet in West Monroe is making the scene in the perfect navy dress for Spring. Bell sleeves give this dress a hippie-chic vibe that is wearable with everything from fabulous wedges to down-to-earth cowgirl boots! Add a statement necklace to make the outfit pop. At right, Pearl Pumphrey’s in ...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Icon
Feb 25th, 2014
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Lucky Charms: The Life and Times of Mary Simpson article by Michael DeVault | photo by Joli Livaudais Mary Quinn Simpson was born in a castle and lives today in a spacious Park Avenue flat. Yet, as with so many facets of Mary’s life and career, things aren’t always quite what they seem....
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Fashion
Feb 1st, 2014
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photography by joli livaudais | hair and makeup by m salon | styled by rheagan sutton models: rheagan sutton, ellie jackson, kristen reppond, anna kirksey ...
By Nathan Coker
In Center Block
Jan 26th, 2014
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Keep Calm and Carry Om article by Angela Genusa Brian Sivils sits on a yoga bolster in front of the room, his wiry frame straddling the cushion, with his knees touching blankets spread out on the floor. His eyes are already shut as he strikes a Tibetan singing bowl with a mallet. We close our [&helli...
