Tanger kicks off monthly Mommy and Me events
A craft table was sponsored by the River Region Art Association, who brought a crew and provided crafts.
View ArticleDr. Elaine Heffner: The kids are all right
Concern about the impact of technology on our minds and behavior has focused especially on young people. Acting on this concern, the Center for Humane Technology has partnered with Common Sense, the...
View ArticleStay Tuned: ‘Alex, Inc.’ showcases the talented Zach Braff
It’s hard not to like actor Zach Braff, particularly when he’s playing an idealistic dreamer as he is on ABC’s new show “Alex, Inc.” Based on the podcast “StartUp,” the series is about being brave,...
View ArticleGrammar Guy: Good grammar is the life of the party
Grammar: it’s everywhere. And, as soon as someone identifies himself as an expert, you can almost always safely assume he’s going to judge you anytime you end a sentence with a preposition. I’m no...
View Article7 Essential Instant Pot Accessories
If you already have an Instant Pot, you know that the accessories can really help make your Instant Potting much easier. Here are the accessories we've tried and recommend whether you already have one...
View ArticleDave Ramsey: Mom stole my student loan money — now what?
Dear Dave,I’m about to graduate from college, and while I’ve been in school my mom has been handling most of my finances. Recently, I discovered she’s been taking my student loan money and spending it...
View ArticleShayne Looper: Trust God, not Alexa
Yet another reason why I don’t own a smartphone or tablet. Alexa, Amazon’s artificial intelligence-based personal assistant, has been laughing at her masters, and it is creeping them out. According to...
View ArticleThe Mom Stop: Packing requires expertise
I’m not sure when I became obsessive compulsive about packing — I’m certainly not overly organized about anything else in my life, outside of work.But when it comes to packing for any kind of overnight...
View ArticleArrests March 8-14
The following was obtained by the Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office the week ending March 14 and does not reflect guilt or innocence.
View ArticleBusiness Insider offers a picture tour of the Vatican
Pope Francis is about to celebrate his five-year anniversary as the pope of the Roman Catholic Church, and Business Insider wants to give you a tour of his estate.
View ArticleLost in Suburbia: Biting off more than I can chew
My husband and I were having dinner at a lovely restaurant one night when I stopped eating mid-plate.“I’m done,” I said.“What? Why?” he asked.“This pasta and shrimp is delicious but I’m full. I can’t...
View ArticleJennie Geisler: Preserved lemons add zest
I get a kick out of cooking just about anything, but it’s been a while since I was as excited as I am about preserved lemons.Lemons are workhorses in the kitchen. People who don’t cook probably...
View ArticleSusan Sparks: Changing the world with a five-dollar bill
Recently, we gave everyone in our church a five-dollar bill. It was not for brunch, or a movie or a Powerball ticket (although the Powerball option was tempting). The money was for one purpose: to lift...
View ArticleBrowse the Top Spring 2018 Fashion Trends
We poured through the fashion mags and websites and picked out our favorite Spring Fashion Trends in 2018 for Women. What will you be wearing?
View ArticleTrip on a Tank: Barn Hill Preserve
Another furry friend you can get to know at Barn Hill is one you may not have heard of. The binturong is a black furry creature with a long muscular tail. It's also known as a bearcat because of its...
View ArticleTaste of Travel: Soaking up the sun, socca in France
Nice, France’s fifth-largest city, has a storied past. Suffice to say its food, architecture and culture have been influenced by Greeks, Italians and Spaniards before ending up in the hands of the...
View ArticleMeet the President: Parish President Kenny Matassa
Before being elected as Parish President, Matassa spent 22 years working for parish government as a supervisor and director of public works, utilities, and the health unit. After working with the...
View ArticleGonzales Garden Club readies for Flower Show
The club’s upcoming annual flower show is scheduled for April 4th.
View ArticleSome Christians spend Lent shaking up their social media habits
A growing share of Americans say they would have a hard time logging off social media, but some Christians do just that during Lent.
View ArticleOutdoor Corner
Though, because of his vision problems, I had to tie-on his baits and prepare the rods and reels he caught two of the biggest fish on the first day when we went to Lake Claiborne. We boated a total of...
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