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October 2024

FAMILY WORKS: Nina P’s Cafe

by Angie Kay Dilmore When Paulina Siebarth, aka Nina, wanted to open a restaurant in South Lake Charles in 1999, everyone told her she was crazy – even the bank loan officers. There wasn’t much in that area at the time. “It’s just a bedroom community south of town,” they […]

October 2024

Leading Ladies in Business

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, women make up 47% of the workforce and own about 10 million businesses in the United States, so it’s safe to say that females are vital to the economic health of the country. In the following pages Thrive features seven inspirational local female […]

October 2024

Protecting Our Community: Saving Lives with Early Breast Cancer Detection

Taking control of your breast health starts with understanding your options. From personalized prevention to early detection, knowing what’s available can empower you to make informed decisions for your well-being. With tools like genetic testing and personalized care, you can take steps to protect your health right here in Lake […]

October 2024

Understanding of Breast Cancer

by Kerry Andersen Stage One. Metastatic. DCIS. Amid dealing with emotional thoughts of mortality, quick and overwhelming treatment decisions, and fear of the unknown, women diagnosed with breast cancer also face having to quickly learn a new vocabulary of sometimes confusing medical jargon and definitions. What does it all […]

October 2024

A New Mammogram Experience

Senographe Pristina Reduces Discomfort While Providing High Quality Imaging by Tori Whittaker Breast cancer is the second most common cancer in women in the United States, with more than 250,000 cases diagnosed each year. When it comes to breast cancer, every patient and their loved ones seek out the latest […]

October 2024

Cuisine, Culture, & Community – Gus Garden Shares his Passion for Food and Friendship with Southwest Louisiana

by Angie Kay Dilmore On any visit to Area 337, patrons will likely see a familiar figure milling around the front house, chatting with diners, a perpetual smile on his face. While always in full command of the kitchen, Gus Garden is also intentional about getting to know his […]

October 2024

Smoke & Barrel Cocktail Royale Cocktail Competition

Get ready for an exhilarating journey as the 2024 Smoke & Barrel (S&B) season kicks off with the Cocktail Royale Cocktail Competition. The event began last month and will continue through mid-November. Over those six weeks, mixologists from each participating establishment will craft their finest bourbon cocktails featuring Jefferson’s Small […]

October 2024

Salt Revival Oyster Company – Farm to Table on the Half Shell

by Angie Kay Dilmore Both seasoned chefs and restaurateurs, Ben Herrera and David Sorrells have joined culinary forces and created something unique and brand new in Southwest Louisiana. Salt Revival Oyster Company is the name of both their oyster farm at the Alternative Oyster Culture (AOC) Park in Cameron Parish […]

September 2024

Claims Clash: The Importance of the Right Insurance Agent

by Taylor Trahan Henry In July 2024, Renee LeJeune faced a distressing morning that would test not only her resilience, but also the strength of her insurance coverage. Traffic was at a dead stop on an overpass and LeJeune was unable to switch lanes or pull over due to […]