Matthew Scully is an author and a former speechwriter for George W. Bush. In his book. “Dominion: The Power of Man, the Suffering of Animals, and the Call to Mercy,” he wrote: “Animals are more than ever a test of our character, of mankind’s capacity for empathy and for decent, honorable conduct and faithful stewardship.

Rhonda and Hank Anderson hosted an engagement party for Kathryn Davis and Morgan Wampold at the Shreveport Club on July 22. They will wed in New Orleans in October. Davis is the daughter of the Rev. Greg and Cynthia Davis.Breast cancer survivors from across North Louisiana gathered along with family and friends to celebrate life after cancer on July 22 at East Ridge Country Club. Breast cancer survivor Diane Guillot was the guest speaker for the Heroes in Pink-themed event.