Sorry, you need to enable JavaScript to visit this website.

Community

Crotons are the quintessential fall tropical plant in Louisiana

Article Image Alt Text

Fall conjures thoughts of gorgeous landscapes dressed with the colors of the season: yellow, orange and red. During the fall holidays, there are a couple of traditional plants you may see used to create festive décor for our homes. One is mums, and the other is a tropical plant called crotons.

Distressed newlyweds and the deserted hotel lobby

Article Image Alt Text

Sometimes you just know you’re in the right place at the right time.

Ruston VFW post, auxiliary take home numerous awards

Article Image Alt Text

Just one year ago, VFW Post 3615 was just getting its legs back under it after the pandemic and losing long-time commander J. D. Harper. Furthermore, its Auxiliary had just reformed and was moving in a new direction itself. With new leadership at the helm of both organizations, each was finding its way in uncharted territory.

CELEBRATIONS

BIRTHDAYS

Unprovoked brawl causes concern

Article Image Alt Text

DEAR HARRIETTE: My girlfriend and I ended up in the middle of a chaotic fight at a bar the other night. When things started to get too rowdy, I asked her if we could leave, but she insisted that we stay and continue on with our evening as if nothing was wrong.

Healthy Hobbies families can enjoy together

Article Image Alt Text

Resolutions to get fit might garner the bulk of people’s attention come New Year’s Day. But resolution season also marks a great time for busy families to commit to spending more time together.

Piney Hills Quilt Guild

Article Image Alt Text

The lucky winner of the Piney Hills Quilt Guild Peach Festival quilt was Jennifer Hammett of Oak Grove. Hammett holds the quilt up with her daughter. The quilt was made and quilted by quilt guild members. Money raised will go to MedCamps of Louisiana, Life Choices and DART. The guild appreciates the generous support received for this annual fundraiser. Submitted photo

CELEBRATIONS

BIRTHDAYS

GARDENING by the light of the moon

Article Image Alt Text

This week’s full moon drew many people out to sit in awe of the bright, beautiful moon. It reminded me of moon gardening.

Target of grudge becomes new friend

Article Image Alt Text

DEAR HARRIETTE: I get along well with a woman who has hurt a lot of my friends in the past. Although it happened decades ago, my friends made a common enemy out of her and haven’t let it go since. I believe that it’s time for them to move on.