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August 2021

Rouge et Blanc

This year, Rouge et Blanc will be held on the eve of Halloween, and Banners at McNeese is making the most of the proximity to this annual night of mystery and intrigue by offering patrons the option of dressing creatively for the occasion. Many of you sorely missed your chance […]

August 2021

Know Your Numbers

by Kristy Como Armand September is National Cholesterol Education Month Phone numbers. Budgets. Important dates. Security codes. Account numbers. These are just a few examples of the numbers we pay attention to on a daily basis; numbers we commit to memory and use frequently. As important as these may be, […]

August 2021

Keeping Dancers on their Toes

by Kristy Como Armand It’s been said that feet are to a dancer what hands are to a painter, but a painter’s hands are not subjected to the level of sheer physical stress that a dancer’s feet endure. Pain, blisters, calluses, bruised toenails, sprains, fractures, bunions– these are just a […]

August 2021

Medical Spa Vs Day Spa

What’s the Difference? by Haley Armand Tarasiewicz Sometimes you just need a good spa day to de-stress while rejuvenating your mind, body and skin. But which spa is right for you? Over the past decade or so several new spa business models have appeared as new treatments become available and […]

August 2021

Julep Boutique

Indulge Your Passion for Fashion by Stefanie Powers Autumn is on its way! Does your fall wardrobe need some sprucing up? Time to head over to Julep Boutique in Lake Charles and check out the latest arrivals. Julep offers fashions for both work and play, along with fabulous accessories and […]

August 2021

Black Hair Trends

by Stefanie Powers The Sky’s the Limit During the recent Summer Olympics, some Black female athletes wowed us not only with their physical prowess, but surprised us by their unique hairstyles, as well. The current trend in Black hair is to be creative. Local businesswoman Tasha Guidry was born […]

August 2021

Get Ready for Homecoming!

Homecoming, and all that entails, takes time to plan, especially the highlight of the event – the dance! There’s attire, flowers, hair, makeup, and nails. And what about transportation and after-dance events? It can feel a bit overwhelming, but don’t worry. Here’s a handy countdown checklist to help you prepare and […]

August 2021

Does Therapy Really Work?

from Solutions Counseling & EAP by Keri Forbess-McCorquodale, MS, LPC, LMFT, CEAP Does Therapy Really Work? Have you ever wondered what all the fuss about counseling is about? I mean really, how much can going to a total stranger and telling her all your secrets help? How does lying on […]

August 2021

Katie Prejean McGrady – Author, speaker, podcaster, and host of The Katie McGrady Show

by Angie Kay Dilmore Katie McGrady was born and raised in Lake Charles, a town she loves and is proud to call home. She says Lake Charles is special, not only because there’s a church on every corner and always a friend to talk to in the grocery store, but […]