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March 2024

SWLA Industries Fuel Up our Local Economy

by Angie Kay Dilmore Most people in Southwest Louisiana are aware that the local industries are the primary driver of our thriving SWLA economy. We hear the names in the news . . . Citgo, Phillips 66, Westlake Chemical, Sasol, etc. . . and we see them there – can’t […]

March 2024

Medical Marijuana FAQs

The Healing Clinics offer medical marijuana evaluations both in-person and via telehealth. Their clinics, located, across Louisiana, are staffed by physicians and healing specialists who live and work in Louisiana. Each day, they field a variety of questions from patients and those interested in the medical marijuana program. This article answers several of […]

March 2024

Chamber SWLA

If you are in business, they work for you. You may not realize it, but the Chamber SWLA and its members are already working towards your success. Chambers of Commerce were founded across the world starting as early as 1599 under many names like a Board of Commerce or a […]

March 2024

Teen Mental Health and Addictive Behaviors

by Aaron Weiner, PhD Teen mental health has reached an unprecedented crisis point. The recent national Youth Risk Behavior Survey reported nearly 50% of teens have symptoms of clinical depression, 20% have contemplated suicide over the past year, and 10% have attempted suicide. These statistics are alarming – indicative […]

February 2024

Children’s Dental Health Month

When it comes to dental health and kids, the good news is that 75% of U.S. children ages 1–17 received preventive dental care in the past year, according to the Annie E. Casey Foundation’s KIDS COUNT® Data Center. The bad news is, Louisiana was one of four U.S. states with the lowest percentage (73%) of […]

February 2024

Cool Jobs: Coloring Their Community, One Flower at a Time

Hannah Richard opened Blissful Blooms flower shop in 2014, along with her mother, Dana Decuir, and sister, Alanna Russell. Initially in the wedding business since 2010, they catered, decorated, coordinated, and planned these special events. The mother/daughter trio chose to become florists as a means to generate daily revenue, but […]

February 2024

SWLA Valentine’s Day Guide

Dining Destinations Worthy of Love by Matt Dye When it’s only the best for your special someone, check out these fine dining options. Each estabishment has some interesting Valentine’s Day specials planned. If you’re looking to get started with a quality cocktail, head over to Pat’s of Henderson for […]

February 2024

ALL ABOARD: Hop on These 2024 Denim Trends

by Kerri Cooke With the new year comes new goals and resolutions. But the early months of the year are also a perfect time to reevaluate the denim in your closet. Maybe it’s time for a spring cleanout to make way for some fresh, trendy jeans. Good denim never goes […]

February 2024

DIY Blowouts

by Kerry Andersen The best part of going to the salon for a cut or color service is knowing you’ll also receive a professional blowout. When experts style our hair, the result is always fuller and more polished and just seems to last longer. With a bit of know-how, […]