By Lola Magazine with Sandi Kallenberg | Photography Courtesy of Kevin Beasley Imagine stepping into Louisiana Downs and discovering that the familiar racetrack has transformed into a spectacular showplace of artistry, engineering and creativity. The surroundings have given way to a fantasy world filled with …
By Ashley Reed, RN & Andrea Haynes, RN Preparing for a baby often means thinking about the delivery itself. Before labor begins, talk with your provider about your birth preferences, pain management options, support people and how situations such as induction or cesarean birth may …
By Kelly Johnson with Lola Magazine | Photography Courtesy of Kelly Johnson There are conversations that leave an imprint on your heart long after they end. Our visit with Kelly Johnson was one of those conversations. From the moment we stepped into her home, we …
There are golf tournaments, and then there are traditions. For 68 years, the women of the East Ridge Women’s Golf Association (ERWGA) have cultivated one of Shreveport-Bossier’s most enduring traditions: the East Ridge Women’s Road Runner Invitational. Founded in 1958, the ERWGA was established with …
By Jane Sugar, MD A lump, a mass, a knot, a nodule, or whatever term you’d like to call it – finding one in your breast can be scary. Immediately, you are worried. Your mind races and quickly arrives at the worst-case scenario: Is this …
By Lola Magazine Some anniversaries deserve more than a celebration—they deserve a standing ovation. This year, the Red River Revel turns 50, and for many of us, it feels a little like celebrating a member of the family. That’s the magic of the Revel. It’s …
By Jamiee Brice, APRN, CPNP When back-to-school season rolls around, we’re often busy checking off school supply lists and organizing schedules. But what happens outside the classroom affects how students manage their time inside it. Things like an improperly fitted backpack, not drinking enough water …
By Madelyn Greenleaf, founder of Made by Madz Art If you’ve ever smiled at a storefront window I’ve painted before you walked inside, then my job is done. My goal has never simply been to paint windows, murals, or banners. My goal is joy. I …
By Beth Woods, M.Ed. Owner and Founder of At Home Academy I recently received a call from a parent who asked, “How do I know when my child needs a tutor?” It’s an important question, but before we talk about when, let’s talk about why. …
By Lola Magazine with the Perdue, Reed and Watkins Families Nearly twenty years ago, a tragedy of unimaginable measure shook the North Bossier community. The bustling halls of Airline High School grew quieter. So did the sanctuaries and youth rooms of local churches where three …
By Waynette Balengee When people ask me what I do in retirement, they’re usually surprised by my answer. Most people assume retirement is about slowing down. They picture golf, travel, lunches with friends, mahjong games, and afternoons with nowhere particular to be. Those are wonderful …
By Erica Gilliam I remember falling in love with a New Orleans sno-ball as a little girl. I am a New Orleans girl at heart. Growing up, sno-balls were not simply summertime treats—they were part of our culture. You might stop for one after baseball …
Recently, I was catching up with a friend who was facing a sudden career shift. It was a fresh disappointment– one I know all too well. The exciting opportunity you’ve been waiting for turns out to be lackluster. The prospect of a solid, long-term relationship …
By Dr. Victoria Luraguiz & Dr. Natalia Luraguiz If you’ve been hearing more about peptide therapy lately, you’re not alone. Whether it’s a friend discussing successful weight loss, a podcast on healthy aging, or an article highlighting advances in personalized medicine, peptides have become an …
When Centenary College of Louisiana celebrated its bicentennial in 2025, it marked a milestone few American institutions can claim. Centenary is the oldest chartered liberal arts college west of the Mississippi River—and after 200 years, it continues to find new ways to lead. Nestled in …
By Lola Magazine The morning routine has a funny way of turning even the most organized parent into an amateur magician. One minute you’re searching for a missing shoe, the next you’re signing a permission slip with one hand while spreading peanut butter with the …
By Carrie Gregg, Founder of Girls Only Adventure Trips If you had told me a few years ago that I would someday be leading women on hiking trails through the mountains of Utah, planning multi-day adventure trips, and encouraging other women to step outside their …
