North Louisiana Economic Partnership COO Angie White Written by Megann McDaniel Angie White is Chief Operating Officer of the North Louisiana Economic Partnership, a regional economic development organization serving 14 parishes of North Louisiana. She joined NLEP in 2008 to start a new workforce program …
A look back into the life of a 1950‘s Housewife At times it feels as if society moves slow with progression, but in the modern world of the stay-at-home mom, once referred to as the “housewife”, we have certainly come along way. This humorous article …
Grayson Erie loves school, playing with her best friends, singing, and dancing. While she enjoys spending quality time with her mom, Lilian, she is by all accounts a “daddy’s girl.” “Whether it’s playing Barbies, riding bikes, or swimming, whatever she wants to do, I’m down. …
Did you have a favorite book as a child? Maybe it was a bedtime story that gave you the sweetest of dreams or a comfort book that you have positive memories tied to. The reality is, not all children are read bedtime stories, have the …
If you find yourself looking for the perfect gift for someone who already has “all the things”, think about unwrapping the typical and give them an experience in beauty, health or travel. Unique jewelry and trendy new gadgets are always on the top of everyone’s …
There are wonderful things that come along with aging such as wisdom, increased financial security and more time to do things you enjoy; but most people could do without the physical signs of aging. When it comes to those heavy eyelids, sagging skin, wrinkles, and …
It’s the season to give gifts to those we appreciate, and teachers are, of course, at the top of that list! There’s no better way to express your gratitude than by giving them a meaningful gift. Mugs, trinkets, candles, lotions — these all seem like …
Written by Rebecca Hays of House of Hays Our lives and our world have completely changed over the past few years-with the design and construction industry being no exception. Design and décor have been evolving quickly over the past 3-5 years due to technology, our …
We recently sat down with Shreveport’s newest children’s author, Eric Lang. This father of two, has been documenting the funny, innocent things his children say ever since their first words. When his kids showed an interest in learning about some of their favorite memories, Eric …
Each year the excitement of the holidays creeps in and planning begins. In our holiday dreams the season is filled with tons of merriment and not a bit of holiday stress, but then reality sets in and it can become overwhelming. Whether you’ve got holiday …
Megann McDaniel, with McDaniel Financial, recently sat down with Kristen Powers to discuss her role at The Arc Caddo-Bossier and what the organization means to her. Q1. You have held a variety of jobs in the nonprofit sector, most recently with The Arc Caddo-Bossier. Have …
One of every seven people who enter the hospital will need blood. That person maybe you, your loved one, friend, or co-worker. With all the wonderful advances in modern medicine, there still is NO substitute for human blood. The blood that helps patients comes only from …
I’m sure everyone has heard the terms “Botox” and or “dermal fillers” aka Juvederm or Restylane. The terms are everywhere these days and have rapidly become mainstream in both men and women of all ages, but if you are new to the idea of cosmetic …
How time flies when you’re having fun… or burning the candle at both ends perhaps? That’s exactly what Bevin and I have been doing. I first met this elegant energetic girl with a huge heart twenty years ago while we were making our way through …
American Cancer Society’s White Out Cancer Gala August 13, 2022 Please help the American Cancer Society finish the fight against cancer. Join us at the American Cancer Society’s White Out Cancer Gala on August 13, 2022 for a one-of-a-kind evening, featuring great food, dancing, a …
Megann McDaniel, another great leader in the area, recently sat down with Dr. Lessiter to discuss her role at LSUS and how other women can step into their own and find their positive vibe. Dr. Julie Lessiter is the Vice Chancellor of Strategic Initiatives at …
Written By Erin Souder, Owner And Creative Director For Earnest Home Co. The step-by-step tutorial that will take your market bunch of flowers from ho-hum to perfection! You can arrange a whole case full of varying blooms to create a striking arrangement out of the …
Captain Wendy Wilson Billiot, better known as “The Bayou Woman,” takes the term Louisiana Lady to a new level. Captain Wendy is a US Coast Guard licensed captain and this Louisiana Lady has truly done it all. The list of her accomplishments include: freelance writer, …
