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June 2023

From Pasture to Plate: The Story of Coastal Planes Meat Company

by Taylor Trahan Henry Chip Perrin and David Billings met in 2006 at an oil and gas expo in Houston. Both recently returned from active duty – Afghanistan and Iraq, respectively – they hit it off. As fate would have it, they found their way to working together within the […]

June 2023

Invest Early, Invest Often: Tips for a Top Return

by Taylor Trahan Henry In our world of instant gratification and easy access to products, it’s easy to spend money without thinking about the long-term consequences. Investing seems like an afterthought or an avenue for excess funds only. But the one constant piece of advice throughout all financial philosophies seems […]

June 2023

COOL JOBS: Chris Melder, Protector of Wildlife

by Angie Kay Dilmore Chris Melder is a supervisory wildlife biologist at Fort Polk, working as part of a cooperative agreement between his employer, the Center of Environmental Management of Military Lands (CEMML) based at Colorado State University, and the Fort Polk Environmental and Natural Resource Management Division. This Ragley […]

June 2023

At the Helm: Arts & Culture Organizations Take on New Directors

by Katelyn Mouton As the area continues its rebound from the disasters of 2020 and 2021, the arts and culture scene is bouncing back. Several area cultural attractions and nonprofits are now under new leadership, inspiring fresh ideas and propelling quality of life forward. Imperial Calcasieu Museum It has been […]

June 2023

Recovery Spotlight: Central School Rises in Restoration

by Katelynn Mouton The sound of learning once again echoes throughout the halls of Kirby Street’s historic Central School. This sound was largely muted at the start of the pandemic in early 2020 and then silenced all together when Hurricane Laure made landfall in August of that same year. Now, nearly […]

June 2023

Summer Skincare

by Taylor Trahan Henry We all look forward to spending time outdoors during the summer months while swimming, boating, fishing, playing sports, or just lounging. Vitamin D and fresh air are good for the body and mind, but the harsh summer sun requires a proactive approach for protection. “Sun exposure […]

June 2023

Behind the Scenes: New York Fashion Week with a Lake Charles Hair Stylist

Considered one of the premier fashion events in the world, New York Fashion Week features the industry’s top designers presenting their upcoming collections in a series of runway shows and presentations. Taking place in the spring and fall, designers show collections for the season ahead. And while fashion may be […]

June 2023

Overview of Market

Industry experts have varying forecasts and projections about where mortgage rates, home prices, buyer competition, housing supply, sales activity, and home affordability are headed over the course of the rest of the year. Last year wasn’t a good year for the roses but will 2023 look any different? Local mortgage […]

June 2023

Family Works: Tupper Homes

In 1981, Randy Tupper started Fantasy Homes, Inc. As his business grew and his name became more well known and synonymous with beautiful, quality homes, the business transitioned to operating under the name Tupper Homes. Soon after, his wife, Glenda, became involved in the business. The two met in college […]