Robinson’s Rescue

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My name is Dr. Andrea Master Everson and I am the President and Medical Director of Robinson’s Rescue. I have been with Robinson’s since our opening in 2008. To me, it is absolutely amazing that our team has touched the lives of 50,000 animals over …

Tinsel Story

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It was a cool December night. A group of close friends and moms from my children’s school were looking forward to a fun evening out on the town. Chauffeured Christmas shopping along Line Avenue in Shreveport, bargains, trolleys, hors d’oeuvres and festive cocktails at each …

The Christmas Town

Lola MagazineCommunity, Jana Lucky

Christmas and Natchitoches go hand-in-hand. In most places, Christmas celebrations last for a day or maybe a week at most, but here in THE Christmas town, Christmas starts on the kickoff weekend before Thanksgiving and ends on New Year’s Day. It is just that special. …

Loyola Style Show: A Longstanding Tradition

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What began as a project of the Jesuit Mother’s Club in 1952 as a way to raise money for the school has become one of the oldest traditions in Loyola’s history. A true family affair, the Style Show has been an annual mainstay for generations …

Four Generations of McCarys

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Taking over the family business can be interesting. At times it can be expected, at times it can be a choice. Either way, in Miles Thomas’ case, it required a lot work and a lot of heart, and for Miles it comes with a sincere …

All for Juan

Lola MagazineCommunity, Lola Shreveport

One of Shreveport’s most beloved families recently fell victim to a senseless crime. We are heartbroken but hopeful! Juan Zuniga from El Compadre Mexican Restaurant and Seafood was shot twice while protecting his mother from an armed robbery on the evening of July 29th. Juan has a long road of recovery …

Help the Hurt: The Gingerbread House

Lola MagazineCommunity, Jessica Miller

“To handle yourself, use your head. To handle others, use your heart.” I keep this quote in mind as our Team works some of the most difficult cases you can possibly imagine. To look into the eyes of a five-year old and see deep-rooted pain, …

From Her Perspective

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Life as an “always on call mommy,” a full time public servant and a part time volunteer is fairly exhausting; but I wouldn’t trade it for a diamond bedazzled, size two jean – that would actually fit over my right ankle.  My name is Erin …

Girls on the Run

Lola MagazineBeth Ann Menger, Community

These are just a few of the lesson themes from Girls on the Run curriculum, a life-changing program for girls in third through eighth grades. While living in Washington, D.C., in 2010, I became involved with the local Girls on the Run council on a …