Joy will Sprout at Reopening of Community Garden this Weekend
Editor’s Note: The grand re-opening of the Community Garden is postponed due to inclement weather. We will post an update as soon as it is rescheduled. […]
Movie being filmed in Houma looking for extras
“Where the Crawdads Sing,” a movie that will be filmed in Houma and New Orleans, is accepting submissions for background actors. The screenplay for “Where the […]
Feral pig baits showing promise
Feral pigs are a nuisance in many areas of the country, causing billions of dollars in damage. Scientists with the LSU AgCenter and the LSU Department […]
Oil-Covered Brown Pelican Transported to Georgia After 2010 Deepwater Horizon Disaster Finds Its Way Back to Louisiana
The distance is about 700 miles as the crow flies. But a brown pelican transported from Louisiana to Georgia in 2010 was bound and determined to […]
Golden Meadow-Fourchon Tarpon Rodeo Announces 72nd Annual Rodeo in July
The Golden Meadow-Fourchon Tarpon Rodeo (GMFTR) announces its 72nd annual fishing rodeo July 1 – 3, 2021. “We are excited to move forward with the 72nd […]
Local sportsmen finding success on the water
Local sportsmen Brandon Arceneaux and Byron “Bubba” Corbin ended the 2020 tournament season on a high note, with a second-place finish at the Elite Redfish Series […]
Fundraiser at Big Mike’s to benefit local youth organization
Bond, Youth, and Community Foundation (Bond), in partnership with Big Mike’s BBQ Smokehouse, is hosting a give-back night at the Big Mike’s Thibodaux location, 120 Laura […]
Spring into the Garden!
By Heather Kirk-Ballard, LSU AgCenter Horticulturist Garden centers are full of color right now. Plants of all kinds — from annual and perennial bedding plants […]
Help beneficial insects feel at home in your landscape
By Heather Kirk-Ballard, LSU AgCenter Horticulturist When I was growing up, the word alternative described the pop trends of the day. It has another meaning […]
LDWF: Salmonella Infection Causing Sporadic Bird Deaths Across State
A statewide Salmonella bacterial infection has caused the sporadic mortality of some wild birds, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) said. “Many of the […]
Is Loaded Tea Good For Me?
By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD, Ochsner Health Featuring an array of brightly colored teas with names like Tiger Tea, Sweet Tart and Wonder Woman, and […]
The Spring Issue
Enjoy our April 2021 digital issue!
Home Oasis
Pouring their slab just days before the world shut down due to Covid-19, Paul and Lora Ledet’s home is as unique as their building experience. As […]
Sweeter Than Honey
When Alicia and William Johnston decided to take up beekeeping as a hobby five years ago, the husband and wife duo could hardly have predicted […]
Just Say Yes
Have you watched “Yes Day?” The recently released Netflix movie is based on the premise of a mom and dad who say “yes” to their kids […]
Local father and his 11-year-old son team up for fishing competitions
When Dr. Ben Adams launched his boat over the weekend to compete in the Elite Redfish Series Boomtown Blowout event, he was joined by his 11-year-old […]
Mars Rocks (and Rollers)
In mid-February, NASA landed its latest rover, Perseverance, on Mars. Among Perseverance’s jobs on the Martian surface is to search for signs of past or current […]
Renew and Reset Self-Care Goals This Spring
Much has happened since we set New Year’s goals. Hurrah for anyone who made it through football championships, Mardi Gras and the polar arctic-palooza without slipping […]
Haven Flower Farm
Instead of kicking off their shoes and unwinding on the couch when returning home from work, Lafourche natives Reesa and TerriLynn Gravois-Arabie grab their pruners, trowel […]
Ochsner Health Announces COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments Available in Bayou Region
Ochsner Health has announced COVID-19 vaccine appointments are available at the following mass vaccination locations: Chabert Medical Center 1978 Industrial Blvd, Houma, LA 70363 Saturday, […]
TPLS to Host StoryWalk Program at Westgate Park
Terrebonne Parish Library System will host a spring StoryWalk program from March 27 to May 28 at Westgate Park, located off of the Valhi Lagoon Crossing […]
Let’s Rendezvous! What’s happening in your community this weekend
As Louisiana moves forward in Phase 3, events are slowing making there way back to our weekends. While we still have a mask mandate in place, […]
Going meat-free for Lent? Check out these local spots
As we continue with the Lenten season, abstaining from meat on Fridays starts to get a bit monotonous. Never fear! There are some amazing meat-free options […]
Oh Snap! New study released today roughly triples estimate of red snapper in Gulf
U.S. Congressman Garret Graves announced today the red snapper populations in U.S. coastal waters are 110 million red snapper – roughly three times more than previously […]
TGMC Names LeCompte Physician Practice Clinical Service Line Administrator
Terrebonne General Medical Center (TGMC) has named Kirbie LeCompte, RN, to Physician Practice Clinical Service Line Administrator. LeCompte was instrumental in her former role as […]
Blessing offered at Cannata’s St. Joseph Altar
The Cannata’s family was honored Friday by the presence of Father Andre Melancon, of St. Bernadette’s Roman Catholic Church in Houma, who blessed our St. Joseph’s […]
Ochsner Health Announces COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments Available in Houma
Ochsner Health has announced COVID-19 vaccine appointments are available at the following mass vaccination locations this week: Chabert Medical Center March 18, March 19, & […]
Chabert Medical Center to host Drive-through COVID-19 Vaccine Event
Chabert Medical Center will conduct a drive thru COVID-19 Vaccine event this Saturday, March 20th from 8AM to 12PM, BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. Please call 844-888-2772 to […]
Thibodaux singer receives golden ticket on ‘American Idol’
Jenna Hunts, a Thibodaux singer and songwriter, earned a golden ticket on “American Idol,” advancing in the competition with an assuring three yeses. Due to […]
Houma CVB launches Bayou Country Crawfish Trail with 38 local stops
It’s time to hit the trail! The Bayou Country Crawfish Trail, that is! The Houma Area Convention and Visitor’s Bureau (HACVB) has announced the launch of […]
Wetlands Discovery Center Swamp Camp Scheduled for June
The South Louisiana Wetlands Discovery Center will hold its annual swamp camp from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 14-18 and June 21-25 for campers ages […]
Axe-throwing venue coming to Houma
A family-friendly facility for competitive and recreational axe throwers alike is coming to Houma. Owner of Southern Axe, Blaine Theriot, said he and his wife […]
LDWF Participating in ‘Spring Aboard’ Boating Safety Campaign
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) is encouraging boaters to enroll in a boating education course prior to the kickoff of the boating season. […]
CVS Health Adds 11 COVID-19 Vaccine Sites in Louisiana
In an ongoing effort to slow the spread of the virus and help communities reopen, CVS Health (NYSE: CVS) today announced that it will begin to […]
Black-Bellied Whistling Duck Avian Cholera Deaths Mount in New Orleans
The black-bellied whistling duck avian cholera mortality event that started in the New Orleans area in early December 2020 continues to kill birds, the Louisiana Department […]
The Haven ‘Home is Where the Heart is’ Spring Gala Goes Live
The annual Haven Home is Where the Heart is Spring Gala presented by Thibodaux Regional Medical Center is going LIVE as a telethon and will be […]
“Growing Up” helps preteens navigate changes
The team at Thibodaux Regional passionately strives to aid the community in every way possible, in sickness and in wellness. Too many people are afraid of […]
Saint Francis Vegetable Garden Sowing Seeds of Charity in Houma
A fresh garden will soon cultivate the senses with the help of vigorous volunteers. Those volunteering will snap on work suspenders and begin sowing seeds of […]Elmer’s Island Wildlife Refuge to Open March 5
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) will reopen Elmer’s Island Wildlife Refuge on Friday, March 5, 2021. The refuge has been closed since November […]
Change Lifestyle Habits to Decrease Diabetes Risk
An estimated one-in-three Americans are at risk for type 2 diabetes. More alarmingly, nearly 25 percent of people with the disease don’t realize they have it. […]
