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Whether planning a small, intimate gathering or a large, lavish celebration, a wedding is a wonderful, magical, amazing time for the happy couple. It’s their big day! But when you think of all of the many details involved that lead up to that long-awaited day, it can be as exhausting as it is …

Lecile Harris has been a champion bullfighter, musician, and a comedian as well as a writer on “Hee Haw,” TV’s megahit of long ago. Yet, it’s his life as a rodeo clown that he says he’s probably enjoyed the most. He’ll be clowning around once again as part of the 73rd Annual Southwest District …

For many people, Christmas is a wonderful time with family and friends as they celebrate the season and reminisce about Christmases past. But for those who are struggling because they don’t have jobs, have been ill or are worried about losing their homes because of economic challenges, it’s a …

Jennings Guest House has been at its current location on South Louise Street for more than 50 years, offering nursing and retirement services to the people of Jennings and beyond. But its residents will be moving soon—and that’s a good thing.  Jennings Guest House has almost finished …

Joe Heinen grew up in the small farming community of Mowata in Acadia Parish. “What did I want to be when I grew up?” he asked. “Well, I thought I’d end up a very rich farmer but instead I own this ham franchise.” It’s a lot more than just a ham franchise. Honey-B Ham has given Heinen and his …

Chennault means jobs.That’s the theme of every workday at Chennault International Airport, which has a nearly quarter-billion-dollar impact on the Southwest Louisiana economy each year.Chennault was once a shuttered Strategic Air Command base that had little more than weeds and drag racers. Today, …

It’s been said that folks in Southwest Louisiana live to eat and really, who can blame us? We know that we have the market cornered when it comes to good eats. With cuisine such as rich gumbo, savory red beans and rice, creamy crawfish bisque, delectable fried shrimp, tasty boudin, and more, …

Who needs Hollywood when the Lake Charles area has its own sizzling stars? That’s right; it’s time once again for an elegant, action-packed, star-studded extravaganza that is not to be missed! The 2000 Health Foundation’s 6th Annual Platinum and Pearls Gala Fundraiser, featuring the “Dancing with …

Did you just get engaged? If so, you need only to envision the wedding of your dreams – whether it’s small and intimate or large and elaborate - Marilyn’s Flowers & Catering will make it their mission to see that your dreams will come true. With the loving assistance of founder Marilyn Dawdy …

For Billy Navarre, his thriving auto business is all about his customers and making them more than satisfied. So much so that he’s spending about $7 million on expansions throughout his dealership. “We’re knocking down walls, tearing out glass, doors, roofs, ceilings, replacing every stick of …