November 2024

COZY SEASON COLOR THEORY – These Shades are all the Rage

by Kerri Cooke The general rule in beauty and fashion is light colors are worn for spring and summer while darker colors emerge during the colder months. Richer colors are equated with the moody and cozy vibes of fall and winter. Here are the top colors to wear as you […]
November 2024

Cool Jobs: Krystal Kershaw-Life As A Celebrity Makeup Artist

by Kerri Cooke Krystal Kershaw holds fond memories of visiting Wheelers skating rink in Moss Bluff as a child, coating her face with makeup in the bathroom and washing away the evidence before she was picked up by her dad. As a 3rd generation artist, there wasn’t a time when […]
November 2024

Hometown Celebrities

As a moderately sized town, what Lake Charles lacks in population it makes up for in talent. Many artists, writers, actors, and singers trace their beginnings to the fifth most populous city in Louisiana. While SWLA has its own vibrant arts and culture scene, numerous locals have realized a significant […]
November 2024

BANNERS PREVIEW

For over 30 years, Banners at McNeese State University has served as Southwest Louisiana’s premier arts and humanities organization, offering a broad range of programming that brings world-class talent to the five-parish region. As the area’s only multi-disciplinary arts organization of its kind, Banners delivers not only exceptional performances on […]
November 2024

Just Imagine SWLA: Coastal Flood Risk Reduction

In light of the growing challenges posed by sea level rise, frequent hurricanes, and storm surges, Just Imagine SWLA’s Coastal Flood Risk Reduction catalytic project aims to protect Southwest Louisiana’s vulnerable coastlines and communities. To gain insight into the impact of these efforts, we spoke with Kara Bonsall, Director of Coastal Affairs for the Cameron […]
November 2024

Industry Stewards

Local industries strive to contribute to the health of our environment in a variety of ways. For examples, they work hand-in-hand with other organizations to create artificial reefs that benefit wildlife. They plant marsh grasses along our shores to prevent coastal erosion and have trash pick-up days on the beaches. […]
November 2024

The Impact of Diabetes on Eye Health

by Kerry Andersen One of the most significant complications associated with diabetes is its impact on eye health. Over time, high blood sugar levels can damage the blood vessels in the eyes, leading to a variety of vision problems. Dr. William B. Hart, MD, with Hart Eye Center in Lake […]
November 2024

Take Steps to Prevent Foot Problems from Diabetes

by Kristy Como Armand Foot problems are a well-known risk associated with diabetes and the reality of the risks is quite serious. Diabetes is the number one cause of lower limb amputations in the United States, with over half of amputations performed caused by the disease. Diabetes can cause reduced […]
November 2024

Diabetes and Hard-to-Heal Wounds – Lake Charles Memorial Health System Offers Options

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that there are 30.3 million people living with diabetes in the United States. Individuals with diabetes are at an increased risk of developing wounds, particularly on their feet, which can lead to serious complications if not treated promptly and properly. Diabetics […]
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