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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 […]

September 2024

Storm Relief: Fair Treatment from an Insurer Made All The Difference

by Stefanie Powers We’re at the height of hurricane season here in Southwest Louisiana and some still feel the effects of the disastrous 2020 season. Issues with insurance companies linger; premiums have skyrocketed, and damage is still prevalent. But there were many insured who had positive experiences with their […]

September 2024

A Future Worth Insuring

by Katelynn Mouton September is National Life Insurance Policy Month and Sulphur-based State Farm agent Jennifer Mabou says this policy is a very important piece of any household’s financial puzzle. She says many clients think they only need enough coverage to pay off their mortgage, but it is not […]

September 2024

Animal Motifs, Leather and Layers: Achieve a Fashion Forward Fall

by Kerri Cooke It’s time to start thinking about fall! Though it’s still hot outside, you can observe the change of season by assessing clothing inventory at your favorite department store or boutique. Be on the lookout for these cold weather trends. Green has been a dominant color in 2024 […]

September 2024

Skin Sculpting: Your Guide to the Best Lasers and Devises

In the heart of Lake Charles, a new chapter in anti-aging has begun with the opening of The Sculptry, a medical spa that delivers results. The founder, Hannah Grogan, FNP, a native of Lake Charles, selected each piece of technology based on her knowledge of the local community’s skincare needs. […]

September 2024

Emerging Landscaping Trends

New report explores shifts in the homeowner landscape and the connection between interior and exterior design. Shifts in the business of outdoor living, including the latest design trends and consumer preferences, continue to evolve and find balance in a post-pandemic landscape. Deckorators®, a leading provider of outdoor living solutions, explores […]

September 2024

Fall Pest Control – Keep your home from being SNUG to a BUG

As any local knows well, there are a LOT of bugs and other pests in Southwest Louisiana. Right now, with hot and humid weather conditions, particularly ripe are mosquitoes. And with autumn just around the corner, now is the time to prepare for fall pest control. Just like humans, as […]