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By Reagan Henderson
In Bayou Fashion
Apr 25th, 2014
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Brighten up, buttercup, this seasons is all about bold patterns and haute hues. Tropical prints and chic shades are wordrobe essentials. Special thanks to Merion and Matt Sanderson. photography by Joli Livaudais makeup by Meka Bennett models Rheagan Sutton and Courtnee Crews...
By Reagan Henderson
In Featured Slider
Mar 31st, 2014
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Spring Training for Zach Kirksey and Raph Rhymes article by Michael DeVault When you hear your name called and step out onto the grass, the crowd cheers. The sun beats down mercilessly and, as you flex your fingers in your glove, the tight leather squeaks. Your teammates remove their caps and cover t...
By Reagan Henderson
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 Reagan Henderson
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 Reagan Henderson
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 Reagan Henderson
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 Reagan Henderson
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 Reagan Henderson
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 Reagan Henderson
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 Reagan Henderson
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....