Long before she became the pastor of Refuge Ministries in Baker, Naisha Cooper shared the word of God in the beauty salon she started in 1998.
This new normal isn’t as fun as the old normal. In the old normal, we played dress-up and danced in the streets of New Orleans on any given weekend.
Dear Smiley: It seems there is a plethora of television commercials these days promoting interactive fitness gadgets such as “Mirror,” “Peloton,” etc.
Theatre Baton Rouge, 7155 Florida Blvd., will hold auditions by appointment only for "American Son" on July 25 via the Zoom video conferencing platform.
When 2nd Lt. Joe Blaustein went topside aboard the USS Black on April 11, 1945, his ship was fighting off Japanese aircraft during World War II.
Who doesn't love a whoopie pie?
Harvey Best, of Rosedale, says, "I have enjoyed the stories about the wonderful food and places to eat in south Louisiana, but I have a story a little closer to home.
Arbor Walk is an upscale development off South Harrell’s Ferry Road with large lakes and beautiful homes. The property at 3339 Pine Grove Drive is nestled on a pie-shaped lakeshore lot near White Oak Landing. With nice lake views, two patios and a…
Andy Samberg is overdue for some respect. This month, he has another shot with the romantic comedy "Palm Springs," premiering on July 10 exclusively on Hulu.
At its most basic, Netflix’s “The Politician” is about a rich student, Payton Hobart (Ben Platt), running for class president at his well-to-do high school.
The one problem with pot pies, in my opinion, is that there's never enough crust for everyone.
When you turn on sports talk radio Monday in Baton Rouge, you might notice a few changes.
Tony Falterman, of Napoleonville, says, "The entry in your column about turning out the lights reminded me of my predecessor and good friend, Sheriff Murray Landry of Assumption Parish.
Today is my birthday. And one of my favorite presents is (drumroll, please) peaches!
Peach Goat Cheese Salad with Honey Vinaigrette
Broadmoor United Methodist Church is hosting a nine-week college level course, "Makes Me Wanna Holler: Race in America," facilitated by pastor and best-selling author the Rev. Dr. Michael Waters.
Looking for something hearty to dish up? Try this carnitas sandwich.
Louis L. Martin, of Lafayette, presents this commentary on south Louisiana dining:
Malco Theaters said its Gonzales Cinema, which reopened last week after being closed due to the coronavirus pandemic, will only be open on weekends.
What started out as a holiday candy tradition has turned into a worldwide business for Lynn and Lewis Savoie.
Calling all wine connoisseurs, foodies, cheese enthusiasts and symphony lovers: the Baton Rouge Symphony will host its first Virtual Wine and Cheese Tasting Fundraiser at 6:30 p.m. July 30.
Quiche is a beautiful thing. It's next-level eggs.
Delays in the releases of major movies are causing some Baton Rouge theaters to postpone previously announced reopening plans.
Martha Swint, of Covington, says, "The story of riding with John Wayne’s brother reminded me of a date in 1943. (Yes, ’43; I’m 91.)
Bo's Extravaganza is back on.
That hamburger wrapper. A plastic water bottle. An empty drink can.
Michael Boudreaux will wait until Friday to make a decision on whether to keep Juban's Creole Restaurant open in July.
With crowd limitations and other coronavirus safety restrictions still in place, Louisiana faces downsized celebrations this Fourth of July. Most notably, for the first time in its 51-year history, Fireworks on the Mississippi will not be lighting…
For over a quarter-century, David Floyd has run a museum that, while looking back, was ahead of the curve.
When you can’t get to the tropics, why not bring the tropics to you?
We are always — and I mean always — down for Mexican food. Quite often it comes from one of our favorite restaurants. And there's absolutely nothing wrong with that.
La Capitale Chapter of The Links recently installed new officers for 2020-22. They are: Sancerie O’Rourke-Allen, president; Lenell Young, vice president; Gaylynne Mack, treasurer; Yolanda O’Rourke, financial secretary; Ann Tillage, corresponding s…
Created, developed and founded in 2003 by Gary Glazner, the Alzheimer’s Poetry Project uses interactive poetry readings to enhance quality of life for those with Alzheimer’s disease and their families.
The New Orleans Saints have been playing good football, but Bill Huey says health concerns may necessitate reviving a tradition from the days of woeful performances:
Some doctors are starting to see major psychological effects of the coronavirus pandemic lockdown as patients cope with months of isolation, job loss and life changes.
In the early glow of the summer sun, my verdant backyard seems peaceful. Layers of foliage in various shades provide a backdrop for bright blossoms dancing in the breeze. So beautiful, but such a battleground. There’s always a fight going on.
Registration is open for the Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge's Artsplosion! summer camp, which has been extended to four weeks. Enrollment is limited to 16 campers per week to comply with the state's coronavirus regulations. The cost is $275 p…
“The Cross and the Switchblade,” both the book and the movie, were a part of life for evangelical Christians growing up in the 1970s.
Dear Smiley: Years ago, a postdoctoral researcher from Sweden started work at the LSU Chemistry Department. She was VERY concerned about tornadoes, which they don’t have in Sweden. She asked the usual questions and got the usual answers:
Dear Smiley: Years ago, a postdoctoral researcher from Sweden started work at the LSU Chemistry Department. She was VERY concerned about tornadoes, which they don’t have in Sweden. She asked the usual questions and got the usual answers:
Two of Baton Rouge's largest debutante organizations — Le Cercle de Bacchus and The Baton Rouge Assembly — have canceled their upcoming presentation balls due to the coronavirus.
Thousands of Louisiana youngsters can thank Emily Chatelain that they aren't going hungry.
New Orleans has been hoisting Dixie beer for more than a century. Soon, that beer -- and the company behind it -- will have a new name.
When Beth Shalom Synagogue began 75 years ago in Baton Rouge, women could not be rabbis in North America. When that status changed in 1972, Teri Appleby was at Stanford University with an eye toward law school.
In this anxious summer, I’ve felt a real need for a laugh, so I’ve been reading “The Uncommon Reader,” Alan Bennett’s short comic novel about what happens when England’s Queen Elizabeth II unexpectedly becomes a bookworm.
Breakfast for supper is a favorite in our house.
Kern Studios, which he founded, crafts more than a dozen prominent parades.
Back in the ’50s, football coaches generally felt that bodybuilding and weightlifting made players slow and muscle-bound.
Tickets will go on sale July 10 for The Band Together Tailgate Party taking place Aug. 29 at the Lamar Dixon Expo Center in Gonzales.
Like hundreds of spring events scheduled across Louisiana, the Ebb & Flow Festival didn’t happen.
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Amid calls to change the Splash Mountain theme park ride because of its ties with “Song of the South," the 1946 movie many view as racist, Disney officials said Thursday it was recasting the ride to make it based on “The Princ…