Approaching the end of the first quarter of the 21st century, much research and focus is being directed toward the Millennial generation. Businesses and marketing strategists spend a good portion of their time trying to learn more about and attract this generation.

“My brother, Jim, and I and some other folks embarked on this and it’s been a fun ride so far,” Will said. “The first event got a lot of people talking. We had a great turn out. We had, I think, four excellent episodes.

Wray was 60 years old when she participated in her first Artport and still continues at the age of 89. Even though she and her daughter work separately, most often in their own studios; they’ve encouraged one another along the way and enjoyed the surprise of seeing each other’s developments in each show.

“Upon further research, there were a number of other plates over the years featuring a similar aesthetic, and those have become part of my initial ‘line.’” Johnson said he linked up with Definition Industries in Shreveport to assist him with the apparel.

By now, you’ve heard about the Caddo Parish School Board’s plan to close six schools, and open three new ones, and make improvements in various others using $108 million in bonds. The plan is branded by the school board as, “Reinvest in Caddo.” The plan has drawn both supporters and critics, but both groups may be missing the forest for the trees.