There's much to celebrate in Ruston this fall, home to both Louisiana Tech and Grambling universities and affectionately known as "Louisiana's College Town." The northeastern Louisiana town resides in Lincoln Parish, which is commemorating its 15oth anniversary this year and…
For Acadianians, food is like, art, a hobby and -- for some -- practically a sport. Each year, with that visceral and deep connection to sustenance and where we get it, we set out to discern the best restaurants, dishes,…
LaVergne infused the home with timeless treasures, like this antique chandelier from Italy, which punctuates the home’s formal dining room. One of the best compliments someone gave Paige LaVergne about her home came in the form of a question. “A…
Across its almost two dozen parishes and nearly 700 cities and towns, Acadiana is comprised of a rich tapestry of histories, cuisines and landscapes. Whether you’re searching for a small town steeped in Cajun culture, a tight-knit neighborhood with kid-friendly…
Do you want to know a secret? One of the best improvements you can make in your home doesn’t require buying anything. In fact, it’s the exact opposite, say organizing experts. “It’s a competition between stuff and space, and you…
Stacey’s business, S Clare Design, offers premier interior design services in Lafayette and beyond. With a passion for fashion and design and expertise in construction, Stacey helps create stunning and functional spaces. Stacey’s journey began organically by assisting clients with…
It’s common knowledge that New Year’s resolutions are nearly impossible to keep. Factor in living in Louisiana — where Carnival season is almost always ushered in right on the new year’s heels…
Design Thomas Guy Interiors thomasguy-interiors.com Welcoming family and friends for the holidays can feel infinitely more enjoyable when everyone has their own space. Drew Hoffpauir, Sr. had these extended stays in mind for the renovation of a hurricane-damaged…
Charpentier Historic District Lake Charles For families looking to land somewhere safe, fun and with plenty of space to move around, Lake Charles’ Charpentier Historic District is an excellent option. In the 15 years she’s lived in the neighborhood, realtor…
1. Hire a realtor Again, this might seem obvious, but Savant warns against homeowners trying to go it alone. Most often, sellers take this route to avoid what they see as unnecessary costs. But, Savant said more times than…
1. Get pre-approved with a local lender Having your finances in order before you start looking will give you a leg up in today’s hyper-competitive market. By working with a local lender, you can often get a more personalized…
Kitchen glamour shots are a slam dunk on social media feeds — and for good reason. But take a peek behind the filters, and you’ll see the creative process is as messy and unpredictable as that pandemic sourdough you…
Methodology The agents in this feature were selected through a submission process analyzed and vetted by Professional Research Services. Agents were asked to submit their sales volume over a specified 12-month period. Sales volumes were required to be accompanied by…
Designers Dona Designs, Paige Gary Designs, S Clare Design, LaV Designs, Bolgiano Interiors Builder McLain Companies Architect Jarod A. Hebert Bryan McLain had a distinct vision for this year’s St. Jude Dream Home, the 12th one he has…
Homeowner Renee Landry enjoys the unique indoor loggia-styled space, with stepping stones traversing a pond flanked by found and made art pieces. According to designer Robin Thibodeaux, she and her team were careful to keep the…
The milled trim and fretwork adorning several doorways were originally stained dark brown, and Granger repainted in white for a lighter, airier feel. The vintage record player and album collection belonged to Granger’s father-in-law, while the…
A rural country-style dream house strengthens family ties to Acadiana for a couple planting roots.
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Sports Complex Slated to Open This Year YOUNGSVILLE – Construction of a $16 million sports complex continues after current Mayor Brenda Burley and former Mayor Wilson Viator held a ceremonial groundbreaking in late January. The project, which is partially funded…
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