LACOMBE, La. (press release) – The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of Southeast Louisiana broke ground on its Tiny Homes Village on Oct. 22, a major milestone in the organization's efforts to expand supportive housing for individuals living with…
NEW ORLEANS (press release) – The Debra H. and Robert J. Patrick Neuroscience Institute, a 132,000- square-foot facility bringing Ochsner Health’s neuroscience programs under one roof, opened on Monday, Oct. 5, for clinic patient appointments. Organizers share that the Patrick…
Tucked on the west bank of the Mississippi River sits the town of Westwego, a community built on trust, resilience and common cause, a homegrown example of Southern hospitality with the amber glow of New Orleans off the horizon. It’s…
Editor's note: The Shelby Stanga documentary "Shelby" was selected for the 2026 Tallahassee Film Festival with a screening on Oct. 10 at 5:30 p.m. at the Fogg Planetarium. Originally set for release on Nov. 1, "Shelby" became available to the…
Earlier this week, I had the chance to experience Café Alice, the new all-day dining concept at The Roosevelt New Orleans. The hotel hosted a lovely media preview for guests to try drinks and bites while enjoying the space. Upon…
Joe Genna and Molton Brasseaux suffered under the heat of an Aug. 28, 1926, evening, longing to see their girlfriends in the southwestern Louisiana sawmill village of Tullos. They hailed a taxi out of DeRidder, driven by the affable Joe…
Originally published on Sep. 30, before the event, this piece has been updated with new information and photos. GRAND ISLE, La. (press release) – Grand Isle celebrated a new historical marker honoring the Oleander Hotel, a landmark listed on the…
BOSSIER CITY, La. (press release) The Brine, a new contemporary Southern restaurant at the Louisiana Boardwalk, will celebrate its grand opening Friday, Oct. 2, 12-5 p.m. Located along the riverfront and connected…
BOGALUSA, La. (press release) — Lake Isabel Farm reopened on Friday, April 24, welcoming guests to its clear blue lake, white sand beaches and unique natural setting in Washington Parish. Following its inaugural 2025 season that drew more than 3,000…
The World Population Review, an online site for global population research and analysis, ranked the 2026 fastest-growing cities in Louisiana, based on population growth patterns from 2020 to 2025. The list ranks 155 cities across the state, classifying a city…
ST. FRANCISVILLE, La. – From June 1 to July 31, Louisiana Life Magazine…
As a Louisianian, I know how great Louisiana is, but I'm also aware of how insignificant we may seem…
Mayor Andrew “Andy” D’Aquilla says, “We are deeply honored to be named Louisiana Life magazine’s Best Town in Louisiana. This recognition reflects the charm, history and natural beauty of St. Francisville, but most importantly, it celebrates the people who make…
DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (press release) – Louisiana country artists Chris Pryor and Amber Lynn have earned a nomination at the 2026 Josie Music Awards for their collaboration, “Let The Moonshine.” According to its website, the Josie Music Awards are recognized as…
PORTLAND (press release) – The Dyrt, a campsite app built by one of the largest RVing and camping communities in the U.S., announced the 2026 Best Places To Camp Regional Awards presented by Luxefly Base Camp, naming a Louisiana campground…
COVINGTON, La. (press release) – The Northshore’s annual Heroes Who Cook fundraiser will raise money for the Children’s Advocacy Center - Hope House with a competitive cook-off involving 18 celebrity and restaurant teams on Sunday, Nov. 1. The Heroes Who…
On July 9, 2026, Chef John Folse celebrated his 80th birthday. Author Miguel Savoy, a ninth-generation Louisianan from Mamou, La., interviewed Chef Folse as he reminisced on his upbringing. The…
NEW ORLEANS – On Wednesday, at 10 a.m., the Louisiana State University (LSU) system hosted a sign-unveiling ceremony, officially recognizing the transition of the former University of New Orleans (UNO) campus to LSU New Orleans. Originally established in 1958…
NEW ORLEANS (press release) – Delacroix Restaurant, a New Orleans dining destination, was selected by the U.S. Embassy in France as the sole restaurant representative during this summer's Paris en Seine celebrations, including Paris Plages and the internationally renowned Carnaval…
BATON ROUGE (press release) – The Louisiana Legislature proclaimed the Peggy Martin Rose as the official state rose through the passage of Senate Concurrent Resolution 55 (SCR 55), authored by Senator Patrick Connick…
On May 14, the Louisiana Wildlife Federation (LWF) released an action alert, a briefing and an official statement in response to a new proposed tax policy for Grant Parish that would affect Kisatchie National Forest, Louisiana's only national forest. The…
Louisiana is a diverse state with a range of terrain and communities. You can live in Louisiana and reside on a farm acres-wide, a bayou accessible only by boat, a French Quarter corner in a 500 sq ft studio apartment,…
Reviewing “Twelve Years a Slave,” Solomon Northup’s 1853…
ORLANDO, Fla. (press release) – Travel + Leisure Co., a leading leisure travel company, announced plans today for a new Baton Rouge Sports Illustrated Resort. What is a Sports Illustrated Resort? Sports Illustrated Resorts is an experiential hospitality brand designed…
