Dreaming that “Mardi Gras is for everyone,” Anne Prague-Gillett Monlezun organized the first Lake Charles Mardi Gras in 1980. A former Certified Dance Teacher with a passion for celebrations, Monlezun formed Mardi Gras Krewes and associations and founded the Mardi Gras Museum…
Louisiana native Stacey Frederick is a natural leader and compassionate nurse. With over 27 years of nursing experience, she independently owns and operates Nursing Specialties Home Health and Hospice, serving Greater Acadiana from four locations: Lafayette, Eunice, Breaux Bridge and…
Upon first visiting Acadiana in 2015, Melissa Maeker stopped at Social for a Bloody Mary and a pimento cheese sandwich. She immediately fell in love with Lafayette and quickly made it home. With Frenchies Modern Nail Care, Maeker provides exceptional services…
After the loss of her young child over 20 years ago, Clare Broussard’s life changed forever. Finding inner peace and happiness through her passion for design, Clare became rooted in a thriving career in design. With M. Clare Designs, LLC,…
Elizabeth Abdalla is passionate about business and animals, dedicating her time and resources to her Certified Woman Owned Business, Abform Workwear, while also making Lafayette a fun and healthy home for four-legged friends. With over 38 years in business, Abdalla…
Mardi Gras brings out the best of Louisiana, with colorful costumes, decadent foods, festive parties, lively parades and fun for the whole family. The state’s creativity, ingenuity, and flare are on full display during this time of year. This winter…
Mississippi offers a taste of the South that remains unique. Heavily influenced by its proximity to the Mississippi River, the state abounds with important national history and the stories of the creative individuals who helped shape it. Home of the…
Well into another winter with Mardi Gras arriving, Louisiana is a festive place to be during this time of year. And while the parades are getting rolling, plenty of the state’s cities and parishes are already prepping for spring and…
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Developments in pain management are helping people all across the country get back to work and daily life with a renewed sense of purpose and excitement. When living with chronic pain, it can be hard to do anything, from sitting…
There’s a lot of focus on health and wellness at the start of the year, and while we may be planning our own New Year’s resolutions to better ourselves, let’s not forget the importance of wellness in a child’s life.…
From navigating new medical and health concerns to developing the need for occasional or constant assistance at home, seniors face a lot of intimidating changes and challenges as they age. While some face these…
Between the holidays and Mardi Gras, the Louisiana winter season is over in a flash. That’s why now is a good time to begin planning your spring travels, whether somewhere…
Education is a key component of a child’s life and helps ensure the academic and social development that leads to success in careers, relationships, health and more. New Orleans has…
Nothing satisfies a winter craving like a delicious, steaming bowl of gumbo, and visitors to the 31st Annual Sandestin Gumbo Festival at The Village of Baytowne Wharf will get their fill of the famous Cajun and Creole dish this February…
For the past 25 years, Stephen Fleishmann and the Titan Construction team have been helping every client meet their construction…
As the newly appointed President of the University of Holy Cross, Dr. Stanton F. McNeely III is not only enlightening the minds of his 1,100…
Look no further than the new terminal at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport for proof of Kevin Dolliole’s commitment…
Fred Buras has been a top producing realtor in the Greater New Orleans area for over 30 years. He entered the real estate profession at a…
As the managing partner of Glago Williams LLC, Mark Glago focuses his law practice on class actions, wrongful death, serious accidents and commercial…
Luna Press, a New Orleans-based publisher of illustrated books, is debuting two new, beautiful titles just in time for the holiday season: Lonely Voyagers (with images by Simon Blake and text by Dalt Wonk), and Structures of Reverie (with photographs by Josephine Sacabo). These…
As a wife and mother of four, a community leader, and President and CEO of Colmex Construction, LLC, Angelica Rivera stays busy building homes and touching lives. At the root of everything she does is a passion for work done…
Forget what you know about traditional hotels, because from the moment you book a room at Windsor Court, you’re treated to an experience that goes beyond all expectations. The dedicated staff is focused on creating a mutual, genuine connection that…
For the Old No. 77 Hotel & Chandlery, it’s not enough to just celebrate New Orleans — although there’s certainly no shortage of southern charm and magic in every room, from the lobby to the art gallery. More than that,…
The leader in local and niche publications in the New Orleans area, Renaissance Publishing’s winning streak is the result of a company-wide commitment to storytelling across every medium. With several print publications including New Orleans Magazine, Biz New Orleans, Louisiana…
In a time when everyone is a “consultant,” Julie Couret is the real deal. Julie’s unabashedly candid approach cuts through the noise and gets to the decision. Business owners call…
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