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June 2026

SMILE MAKERS

While dental care is considered a different health sector than almost any other health category besides vision, it is an extremely important aspect of health. Your teeth and smile give you personality, but trips to the dentist are far more common for children than adults. Part of that disparity is […]

June 2026

Men Face Up to Look More Confident

More men are investing in their appearance than ever before, and today’s cosmetic and skincare trends show that looking younger and healthier is no longer viewed as just a women’s market. From cosmetic injections and skincare treatments to eyelid surgery and laser procedures, men are increasingly seeking options that help […]

June 2026

The Courage to Create: Why Entrepreneurship Is One of Life’s Most Rewarding Paths

by Katie Fusilier Rather Ask a successful entrepreneur what they love most about their work, and profit rarely tops the list. The real rewards are purpose, freedom and the chance to build something that reflects their values and vision. The stories you’ll read in this issue prove the point: behind […]

June 2026

Less Tropical Development than Usual Expected for 2026 – New Tech Provides More Accurate Forecasts

by Kerri Cooke As we enter hurricane season, communities across the Gulf Coast and Eastern Seaboard can feel uneasy. Humans hate the unpredictable, and there’s not much predictability when it comes to the specifics on what will happen during hurricane season. For the last few years, we were warned of […]

June 2026

Spirits for Dads Who Enjoy a Drink

by Matt Dye Now that Father’s Day is just around the corner, finding the right gift for Dad can get harder when cute macaroni art is no longer appropriate. With that in mind, Hokus Pokus has a number of respectable gifts for the man who has everything. They’re perfect for […]

June 2026

The Gardening Guys: Vegetable Gardening That Is!

by Barbara Ingalls VanGossen Most people are familiar with the health benefits gardening has on those that participate in the activity—improved cardiovascular health, increased Vitamin D production and decreased stress. And for those who garden vegetables, they can also experience enhanced nutrition because of the fresh, fiber-rich produce created. But, […]

June 2026

FAMILY WORKS: SERVPRO of Lake Charles

by Kerri Cooke Father, mother and son—Jack, Monette and Ben Drouilhet—own SERVPRO of Lake Charles, a business that services both the residential community and commercial companies. SERVPRO can respond to water or fire damage, so you can imagine how in demand their services are after a hurricane or flooding event […]

June 2026

Foundations of Success

It’s small businesses that make the economy go round. In Southwest Louisiana, we are blessed to have many extraordinary small businesses and small business leaders. We even have business building resources available at McNeese’s SEED Center. There are locally owned gift shops, wine bars, restaurants, hair salons, art studios, plant […]

June 2026

Treat Dad to Menswear on Father’s Day – Gaidry’s Offers a Wide Selection

by Kerri Cooke Father’s Day is approaching and what better gift to give dad than some nice pieces to add to his wardrobe. After all, clothing and accessories are something he probably won’t buy himself, and if he is fashion conscious, then it will make him that much happier to […]