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Feature: Saplings – Planting the Seeds for a Happy Headspace
Saplings:Planting the Seeds toa Happy Head Space Saplings: Planting the Seeds for a Happy Head Space As the world returns to a new “normal,” the hallmarks of the past few years: mass quarantines, social isolation, and the sense of loss and emptiness that emerged for many, have become windows into the long-term […]
Blog – September 2022
SEPTEMBER 2022 Blog Feature Louisiana First Foundation Governor’s Mansion Women’s Health People of Louisiana Community Schools Military Recipe Verse First Dogs Our Editor You Are Not Alone On September 1st, in honor of the start of National Suicide Prevention month, I shared a graphic with information on the new Suicide and Crisis Lifeline number being changed […]
Feature: Congratulations to the Governor’s Fellows Class of 2022!
Congratulations to the Governor’s Fellows Class of 2022! Congratulations to the Governor’s Fellows Class of 2022! On August 4th, eleven student leaders from across the state of Louisiana joined Governor John Bel Edwards and First Lady Donna H. Edwards for the commencement of the 2022 Governor’s Fellows program. While this ceremony marked the […]
Featured Recipe: No-Bake Oatmeal Bars
No-BakeOatmeal Bars NO-BAKE OATMEAL BARS With the start of the school year quickly approaching, here is an easy on-the-geaux snack perfect for a quick breakfast or a mid-day energy booster. Of course, these measurements are just a suggestion and it’s recommended that you adjust to meet your family’s preferences. Ingredients: 4 cups rolled […]
Teach MAM – No Summers Off
Teach MAM Teach MAM: An Exciting Partnership to Strengthen Arts Education Across Louisiana TEACH MAM No Summers OffMy summer as an artist, educator, and foster mom By Teach MAM Art AmbassadorCarolyn Scalfano May 24 was the last day at Pineville Elementary School. As a teacher, summer vacation […]
The Governor’s Mansion: Meet Camille
Governor’s Mansion: Meet Camille Meet Camille Meet “Camille”, a 48” (3⁄4 life-size) bronze statue, who once sat in front of the Louisiana Governor’s Mansion. She is now the centerpiece of the Vegetable Garden. Camille is an original Jo Hess large figure bronze sculpture that Linda Cooper donated. This statue was placed on the Mansion grounds […]
People of Louisiana – Schools (August 2022)
JOHN LARY Teacher, 11th and 12th Grade Caddo Parish C.E. Byrd High School AP European History, AP Research & AP Psychology JOHN LARY Teacher, 11th and 12th Grade Caddo Parish C.E. Byrd High School AP European History, AP Research & AP Psychology “Teaching for the American Dream” As a new school year begins each fall, I reflect […]
People of Louisiana – Military (August 2022)
Fifth AnnualSuicide Prevention Summit Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs Fifth AnnualSuicide Prevention Summit Please make plans to join us for the Fifth Annual Suicide Prevention Summit on Friday, Sept. 9 at 9 a.m.The Summit will be held at American Legion Post 38 located at 151 S. Wooddale Blvd. in Baton Rouge. Guest […]
People of Louisiana – Community (August 2022)
UniversityLakesProjectUpdate COMMUNITY University Lakes ProjectUpdate This summer, phase one of the University Lakes Project began in Baton Rouge. Phase one construction includes test dredging of five of the six lakes to identify which dredging process will be best moving forward. Additionally, phase one will include improvements to pedestrian and cyclist paths and other recreational amenities. […]
Anti-Human Trafficking: Increasing Awareness in the Hospitality Industry to combat Human Trafficking
Increasing Awareness in the Hospitality Industry to combat Human Trafficking Increasing Awareness in the Hospitality Industry to combat Human Trafficking by Dr. Dana Hunter The summer season is often a time when many families and individuals enjoy a rich tradition of traveling and vacationing at their favorite destinations. As a result, […]
Louisiana Fosters – Consider Expanding Your Family by Adopting an Older Child or Teen
ConsiderExpanding Your FamilyBy Adopting An OlderChild or Teen Consider Expanding Your FamilyBy Adopting an Older Child or Teen by DCFS Adoption Team When it comes to family, we all pretty much want the same thing — a sense of belonging. A family moves through life with you. They are the people who support […]
Women’s Health – Put Yourself on the Schedule
Women’s Health WOMEN’S HEALTH BLOGAugust 2022 Put Yourself on the Schedule Written by D’Wan J. Carpenter, DO, MS Almost a year ago, I faced a significant health issue. Just days after Hurricane Ida hit our area, I developed high fevers. Naturally, I assumed I had come down with coronavirus 19; however, evaluation […]