By Reagan Henderson
In Bayou Artist
Jul 30th, 2025
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ARTICLE BY STARLA GATSONPHOTOGRAPHY BY KELLY MOORE CLARK A decade after his last feature in BayouLife, artist and educator Cliff Tresner returns with Swimming in the Sky—a new solo exhibition that reflects his evolving creative journey, curiosity, and enduring passion for making and teaching art. Aug...
By Reagan Henderson
In Bayou Fashion
Jul 30th, 2025
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MODELS CHEVY NAVARRO AND EMMERSON BRITTHAIR AND MAKEUP BY MEKA BENNETTPHOTOGRAPHY BY KELLY MOORE CLARK Back-to-school style gets a fresh update with a mix of simple chic looks—easygoing jeans, flowy maxi dresses, and bold graphic tees that make getting dressed effortless and cool. MATERIAL THINGSLaye...
By Reagan Henderson
In Blog
Jul 30th, 2025
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STYLED BY KATE ASHLEYPHOTOGRAPHY BY KELLY MOORE CLARK From zesty shrimp salads to colorful pasta party bowls, and creamy potato salads, these local salads are serving up fresh flavor and serious yum. CHICKEN SALAD CHICK (Top)A bright and golden strawberry and pecan salad topped with strawberries, swe...
By Reagan Henderson
In Bayou Icon
Jul 1st, 2025
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ARTICLE BY GEORGIANN POTTSAND PHOTOGRAPHY BY KELLY MOORE CLARK Fifty-seven years ago, just days before the end of his Vietnam tour, Captain Herschel Ryan was severely wounded while leading a combat helicopter mission in the Suoi Ca River Valley. Despite losing his left hand and eye, he went on to bui...
By Reagan Henderson
In Bayou Home
Jul 1st, 2025
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ARTICLE BY VANELIS RIVERAPHOTOGRAPHY BY KELLY MOORE CLARK Set on a serene acre in Sterlington’s DeSiard Trace, this year’s St. Jude Dream Home blends thoughtful design, donated craftsmanship, and community generosity to support the lifesaving mission of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. This yea...
By Reagan Henderson
In Bayou Eats
Jul 1st, 2025
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ARTICLE BY STARLA GATSONPHOTOGRAPHY BY KELLY MOORE CLARK Podnuh’s Bar-B-Q has been well-loved since its 1977 opening, and it would no doubt be one of the favorite establishments listed by residents of the Twin Cities. Ask a dozen Ouachita Parish natives to list their favorite local landmark, and you’...
By Reagan Henderson
In Bayou Fashion
Jul 1st, 2025
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PHOTOGRAPHY BY KELLY MOORE CLARKHAIR AND MAKEUP BY MEKA BENNETTMODEL GEORGIA FAITH HILLSPECIAL THANKS TO JACQUELYN CAIN Soak up the season in style with these must-have looks from local boutiques—from breezy dresses to bold swimsuits, chic sets to standout sunnies. LILBURN’S BOUTIQUEDarling flutter s...
By Reagan Henderson
In Bayou Artist
Jul 1st, 2025
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Article by April C. DoughtyPhotographer by Kelly Moore ClarkJansyn’s preferred pronouns they/them Jansyn Jenkins, a recent ULM graduate with dual degrees in psychology and ceramics, is navigating the challenges of post-college life with resilience and passion, determined to build an intentional, crea...
By Reagan Henderson
In Featured Slider
May 30th, 2025
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ARTICLE BY MEREDITH MCKINNIEPHOTOGRAPHY BY KELLY MOORE CLARK This Father’s Day, we’re highlighting local dads who demonstrate modern versions of fatherhood. Gone are the days when dads stayed on the sidelines. In the following stories, we see fathers involved in their kids’ physical, spiritual, and ...
By Reagan Henderson
In Bayou Icon
May 30th, 2025
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ARTICLE BY GEORGIANN POTTS PHOTOGRAPHS BY KELLY MOORE CLARK Mike Downhour and his wife, Sheila Kay, are well-known in our region. Both have enjoyed considerable success in their careers and in their lives. Mike began with the dream of becoming an air traffic controller like his dad. His second choic...
