Noted photographer Jennifer Robison has a captivating exhibit, “The Order of Things,” opening soon in the East Bank District at the Bossier Art Council’s East Bank Gallery.
According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, facelifts (and neck lifts) were the number one requested surgical procedure in the head and neck region for 2022. It is also the most popular surgical procedure in my practice.
I get asked to write often on my work; it’s something I enjoy doing, so therefore easy to discuss. Rejuvenation of our appearance is a relatively new phenomenon in our society and has progressed to the point that my patients have the highest expectations.
Some scientists say man’s evolutionary journey has taken us from our beginnings in the primordial soup of early earth to the age of high technology and increasing societal pressure. Some people seek relief from all of it by returning to the primordial medium, or more specifically, water, through flotation therapy.
New year, new you! It’s time to make your skin a priority. With so many cosmetic options out there, skin care can get overwhelming. It is important to set realistic goals and expectations with your routine and rejuvenation plan. Think of the path to great skin as a marathon and not a sprint.
As we finish the holiday season and head into Mardi Gras, a few of us may already regret all the great food we have had over the last few weeks. As we get back in gear for the new year, we all think, “I need to exercise and get back into shape!” Staying active and losing weight can be difficult, especially when you suffer from hip and knee pain.
On Dec. 19, 2022, talented songwriter and devoted community member Karl Edward Hasten left this world for his next adventure at the age of 73. Karl had been involved in the Shreveport-Bossier music and arts communities since 1998.
As Shreveport Mayor Tom Arceneaux took over the office, it was discovered that there were some ad valorem taxes that should have been on the ballot for renewal last year but were not. The revenue from those six millages amounts to almost $12 million annually.
Walkoviak said she wanted to make sure those tankards were preserved. “About 820 tankards had survived the remodel. Being a sentimental person myself, and an old time Noble Savage customer, they mean a lot. They mean a lot to people. So, I made sure to take extra good care, keeping them organized so when people came to collect them, they would be here.
Shreveport’s low energy costs and abundant natural resources open the area to significant growth opportunities, provided there is a quick transition to embrace processing. That was the message from New York Times bestselling author and geopolitical strategist Peter Zeihan at BRF’s annual event Jan.
Glaucoma, a disease that decreases vision, is a leading cause of blindness in patients over 60. It affects the optic nerve and side vision in the early stages. As the disease progresses, it impacts central vision as well. The optic nerve is like an electric cable between the eye and the brain that allows you to see.
What’s good for the goose is good for the gander” is a familiar phrase to most folks, generally meaning that if something is good or acceptable for one person, it is or should be equally so for another person.
How does a person whose first art class wasn’t available to him until his sophomore year in college end up as the head of art for Caddo Parish Public Schools, the president of Shreveport Regional Arts Council and a beloved leader in the arts community?.
Now 41, Balderas – make that Chef Balderas – has a little pocket change. He is the owner of two successful Shreveport restaurants – El Cabo Verde and Zuzul Coastal Cuisine. He has his own farm. He’s a member of the Shreveport Metropolitan Planning Commission.
Acne is the most prevalent skin disease in the U.S., affecting up to 50 million Americans. Most common among teenagers, acne can affect people at any age. A common misconception is that acne is due solely to one’s diet or skincare routine, but in fact the causes of acne are complex.
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), “A generic drug is the same as a brand-name drug in dosage, safety, strength, quality, the way it works, the way it is taken and the way it should be used. The FDA requires generic drugs have the same high quality, strength, purity and stability as brand-name drugs.
The good news is that injectables and other invasive treatments aren’t the only ways to get smoother, more youthful-looking skin. If wrinkles are a key concern and you want to avoid the expensive and often painful inoffice treatments, you’ll need to integrate three important ingredients into your skincare routine.
The oldest in the country is located a mere 30 minutes north of midtown Manhattan, N.Y. The Hartsdale Pet Cemetery was opened in 1896 by veterinarian Samuel Johnson. The only pet cemetery listed on the National Register of Historic Places is a certified National Wildlife Habitat.
“It is a true epic Mafia family saga,” Fertitta explained. “It starts in Napoleonville, La., which is where my greatgrandfather came into this country. It starts in the sugar cane fields where he started working. It follows a family from their greatgrandfather and his owning a grocery store.
Somewhere along the way, passenger trains lost their romance. When they did, their demise was inevitable. There was a myriad of reasons.
Chad James has been a part of the OFS family for many years. After a stint in hotel and casino management, he returned to school and taught fourth grade for a while. Then, Martin Grau, who owned OFS, met with James over dinner and said he needed someone to run his company when he stepped aside.
Northwest Louisiana artist Ellen Soffer is well known for her brilliant use of color – bright, powerful, emotive greens, yellows, reds, blues, oranges, pinks – color that compels you to pause, respond, to feel something.
When designing your dream kitchen, it’s important to balance timeless features with modern colors, patterns and textures that reflect your personality and style – especially since, now more than ever, it provides a place to cook, eat, work and entertain.
Reynolds said there is no limit to what a customer can customize to get the look desired. “I did one a couple of months ago where a guy was a big drum player. We cut a life-size [version] of his drum set, cut that out and lasered his drum set onto the stone.
If you are a female, this is likely the first time you have thought about your cervix this week, and you may not even really know what a cervix is. The cervix is the lower part of the uterus that protrudes into the vaginal canal and measures only around one inch in all three dimensions.
Unfortunately, in some cases, school libraries are faltering with lack of funding or staff issues. Some are closing altogether. That makes utilizing your local public library to the fullest all the more critical.
Especially during the holiday season, we can become focused on what we can do for others and often neglect ourselves. When considering the role of your primary care provider (PCP), think of them as your selfcare reminder. The job of a PCP is both prevention and intervention.
Interior designers know that strategic updates can revitalize a space without extensive construction. The key is to choose features with designs that speak to you. These items must have provenance and presence to create an atmosphere the moment you enter the room.
Visual learners do best with reading material or pictures. Their memory involves creating a mental picture of the lesson. Auditory learners do better when they hear details or speak them out loud, rather than through reading material. Tactile learners are hands-on, preferring to touch, build, move or create something in order to best understand it.
In some cases, students may be struggling with organizational issues or procrastination. Begin with a conversation about taking responsibility for their own learning. If they continue to struggle with a particular task or subject, they may need additional help with their homework.
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a common virus and causes respiratory illness in children. RSV infection can range from asymptomatic or cold-like symptoms to severe infection requiring admission to the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). RSV is the most common cause of bronchiolitis in children, inflammation of the airways in the lungs.
But for just a moment, let’s pause and take this opportunity to thank all of the candidates. Most every one of them deserve our respect, not necessarily because we all agree, politically, but because they understand the principle, as many of us do,...
Teach’s work as a liaison with the manufacturers has helped improve the inventory at the store. But he also has worked with general manager Starbuck Langley and the rest of the staff to improve the appearance of the store as well..
