Who knew that coffee can build community? I didn’t know either until I met mother-daughter duo Teresa and Shelby Sheppard. These women own and operate two of Monroe’s newest coffee …
Up With People
Up with People is a global education organization that empowers young people to be positive agents of change in their communities and the world. Through our unique blend of music, …
La Tech vs. Grambling State: FOOTBALL ties community together
Louisiana Tech & Grambling are scheduled to face off Sept. 7 at Joe Aillet Stadium in what will be the first ever meeting in Lincoln Parish for the two programs. …
2019 St. Jude Dream Home: The Inside Scoop
It is that time of year again! The 29th annual KTBS St. Jude Dream Home is in full-on construction mode and everyone involved is scurrying around like ants to complete …
Summertime: Make it Count
I saw a quote the other day that said, “Remember, you only have 18 summers with your kids and this is one of them, so make it count.” I’ve been …
What is Play Therapy?
“Play therapy is based upon the fact that play is the child’s natural medium of self-expression. It is an opportunity which is given to the child to ‘play out’ his …
Shekinah Academy: A Shining Light on God’s Beautiful Children
Shekinah Academy is a thriving ministry for kids with special needs and their families. It is a ministry that God fashioned and pieced together more than fifteen years ago. At …
Resurrected, Reconstructed, Restored: Le Bossier Event Center
Clothing provided by Vertage Clothing and L.E. & Chalk What began as a landmark hotel for the newly built Louisiana Downs Racetrack evolved into a hot spot for big name …
Myron’s Makeover Your Man Challenge
FBI, CIA, JFK, KFC…MSP? We are inundated with acronyms nowadays. I’m certain the vast majority of you are well aware of the first 4 mentioned but, are vexed by the …
Ball Mom: Taking Crazy to a Whole New Level
Several weeks ago in the Kroger checkout line, a beautiful, muscled-up specimen of a man winked at me. He smiled. I was tempted to turn around and look behind me, …
Heirloom Farms: The hype and history on heirloom plant varieties
If we told you our tomatoes were over 100 years old, would you believe us? We have been known to shock customers into thinking about produce. We don’t only sell …
Not So Sweet: Artificial Sweeteners
SWEET TEA: The perfect drink for hot summer days in the South. Cool, refreshing, delicious…and full of sugar. I know, I know…I am raining on the parade of a southern …
Levi’s Legacy
Levi’s Legacy: A mother’s mission to save lives after the tragic drowning of her three year old son, Levi. Written By Nicole Hughes My son, Levi, will never turn 4 …
Katie Bug
Written by Morgan Grantham “God Loves You The Best” Those were the words that 4-year-old Katie Grantham poured into the heart of another little girl sitting with her at lunch …
Hostess With The Mostest: Summer Soirée
Are you hosting a party this summer? Need some inspiration to throw a truly southern belle chic event? Here are some tips from a few fabulous Louisiana Ladies on how …
5 Habits of Successful People
Did you know that it only takes 66 days for a behavior to become a habit? If you know your “why,” then you know the person you want to be. …
FROM HER PERSPECTIVE: Alicia Hill, owner of Alicia’s Kitchen in Minden Louisiana
You will find this Bible verse painted on the wall at Alicia’s Kitchen: Kind words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones. -Proverbs 16:24 It …
Q&A with Donesa Walker: Launching of The BrainTrain Learning Solutions
Q: Tell us a little about you. A: I am a lifelong educator passionate about the learning process for all people. I believe learning should be fun, engaging and full …
Out of the Pool and Back to School
Getting off the summer slide and getting the brain ready for the academic prowess of school is an important part of July. Celebrating the July 4th holiday, then beginning to …
Recipe: Very Berry Blueberry Muffins
I think this recipe is right on time for Blueberry season in northern Louisiana. Whether you pick them yourself or buy them from your local farmers market, now is the …