Disease-carrying mosquitoes are actually a huge problem globally, killing hundreds of thousands of people each year. That’s more than any other animal or insect. They feed on blood from unwitting host animals, then transfer sometimes deadly pathogens as they move from bite victim to bite victim.

There are a number of factors to consider when deciding if your particular home is suitable for solar. Generally, homeowners need to have a recently installed new roof that faces south, and isn’t subject to long periods of shade. Individual companies may have their own additional requirements, depending on the specific equipment they use.

After a few seasons, the sitting area in anyone’s backyard, patio or balcony space can begin to look grimy and old — particularly if you live in a more humid environment. But there’s no need to buy a whole new set of furniture.

Shreveport Mayor Tom Arceneaux has nothing but praise for his administration and his constituents in the wake of a storm that left most residents without power for several days and caused widespread damage across the city and Caddo and Bossier parishes.

Creating and maintaining usable and enjoyable living spaces outside often means accumulating all kinds of gardening supplies, pool accessories and outdoor dining tools, among other things. Keep it all tidy and tucked away with these fun and functional storage options.

It’s that time of the year when many people’s air conditioners ramp back up to constant use. That often leads to far more expensive utility costs. Luckily, there are a number of recommendations from the U.S. Department of Energy that can help ease the pain.

She graduated from Caddo Magnet High School in 1994 and earned her bachelor’s degree from Northwestern State University in 1999. Connie is a senior administrative assistant at JPMorgan Chase, supporting three executive directors and assisting 49 retail branches and 400 employees.

ShrevePride’s Q-Prom is ready to set sail and “Seas Shreveport” for a cruise-themed adventure. Everyone is invited to join this second-chance prom experience with ShrevePride on Saturday, June 24, from 7 p.m. - 12 a.m. at Artspace in downtown Shreveport.