With Age Comes Wisdom: The Stages of Life by Thad Angelloz
In this column, Thad offers a unique midlife reflection on the winding path of adulthood and the unexpected clarity that comes with age.
How to avoid fitness burnout
Are you feeling drained and disconnected from your fitness routine? You’re not alone. Fitness burnout is a common experience that can affect even the most dedicated athletes.
Support young entrepreneurs Saturday during Lemonade Day
Get ready for a full day of lemonade and sweet success! On Saturday, May 3, local kids will be setting up shop across Terrebonne and Lafourche Parishes to participate in Bayou Lemonade Day – and you’re invited to join the fun!
Hitting Pay Dirt – Under the Scope
Earlier this spring, I was up in the middle part of the state at a conference on the LSU-Alexandria campus. After a long, caffeinated day of […]
Breakthrough Treatments and Vital Facts to Save the Brain From a Stroke
There was a time when stroke resulted in debilitating loss of mobility, cognitive impairment or death. Over the past 15 years, breakthrough treatments and vital, life-saving […]
A View From Home – Chateau Chic
Tucked along the serene banks of Ouiski Bayou, this newly constructed home is more than just a place to live — it’s a peaceful retreat designed […]
PoV Summer Staycation 2025 – Sponsored Content
As the summer season beckons, families eagerly anticipate the freedom and adventure that come with school break! It’s a time for exploration, fun, and creating cherished […]
Duncan’s Reef
When it comes to beginnings, no one is more familiar than Houma native Duncan Prentice. It began as early as 1995, when Duncan was born in […]
Everyone Fits
The United Houma Nation is excited to invite the community to the 13th Annual Celebrating Abilities/Disabilities Awareness Powwow this June, a unique event that blends cultural […]
Louisiana private recreational Red Snapper Season opens today
The season will run seven days a week with a daily bag limit of four fish per person and a 16-inch total minimum length limit.
Ten inspiring reads for aspiring green thumbs
April is National Gardening Month—an ideal time to dig into the joys of growing, whether you're tending your first tomato plant or dreaming of vibrant wildflower patch.
Spring Style Showcase with Shannon Bella
Spring is in the air, and we toured four local homes that beautifully showcase the season in unique ways. Decorator Shannon Bella transformed each space to reflect the homeowner’s style, using florals, color, and texture to create fresh, inviting looks. From soft pastels to bold contrasts, get inspired by these stunning spring makeovers!
Traditions Are a Blessing: With Thad Angelloz
While traditions are different for everyone, what unites them all is how they have a meaningful place in our respective hearts.
Straight-tailed crawfish stir up debate
It’s Good Friday in South Louisiana—which means seafood’s on the menu, and crawfish pots are working overtime. But one old-school crawfish rule still has people second-guessing their trays: can you eat the ones with straight tails?
Ode to My Mom: With Thad Angelloz
I continue to live with the unshakeable belief that the loved ones we lose in this world we will eventually be reunited with in the heavens above in our second act.
SoLa Center for the Arts announces registration for “Descendants Jr.” auditions
Directed by Laura Hamilton and with music directed by Madi Baer, this musical promises to be a dynamic and entertaining experience for young performers!
Hoppin’ down the bayou trail
Down here in Louisiana’s Bayou Country, Easter ain’t just a Sunday, it’s a whole season of joy, ya know?
Community Resource & Health Fair returns to Houma with expanded offerings
This year’s fair has grown significantly, with 36 vendors signed up to participate. Attendees will have access to a wide range of resources, services, and health screenings—all at no cost.
Dig into gardening with LSU AgCenter’s garden shows
Spring has sprung, and LSU AgCenter’s garden shows are back—get ready to grow with the shows across the state!
The Easter Bunny Reviews Scary Rabbit Movies – Under the Scope
Humans like scary movies. That’s likely because they live a decidedly un-scary life free from the threat of forest predators—like themselves. However, it seems that rabbits […]
Put Your Feet Up and Show Them Some TLC
One of the hardest working parts of your body is also one of the least appreciated. According to the Mayo Clinic, the average American takes 4,000 […]
Spring Style Showcase – Chateau Chic
Spring is in the air, and these four homes showcase the season in beautifully unique ways. Decorator Shannon Bella transformed each space to reflect the homeowner’s […]
Women Who Mean Business 2025: Phyllis Peoples – Sponsored Content
Phyllis Peoples | Terrebonne General Health System | President and CEO For over two decades, Phyllis Peoples has been at the helm of Terrebonne General Health […]
Women Who Mean Business 2025: Kassie Falgoust Barrancotto – Sponsored Content
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Women Who Mean Business 2025: Erica Duthu – Sponsored Content
Erica Duthu | The Buttery Crumb | FOUNDER After opening her doors just seven short months ago, Erica Duthu is taking Houma by storm with her […]
Women Who Mean Business 2025: Nikki Ingram – Sponsored Content
Nikki Ingram | Runneth Over Cafe | Founder For Nikki Ingram, coffee is more than just a morning ritual—it’s a way to build community. Originally from […]
Women Who Mean Business 2025: April M. Blanton – Sponsored Content
April M. Blanton | Financial Advisor with Guardian Wealth Advisors | A private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC April Blanton, a proud native of […]
Women Who Mean Business 2025: Allison Cazenave – Sponsored Content
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Women Who Mean Business 2025: Brenda, Rebecca and Shaun Felger – Sponsored Content
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My Best Self
MBS Fit Co., also known as “My Best Self,” is a Houma-based, faith-centered athleisure company dedicated to helping women feel strong, confident, and ready to conquer […]
Louisiana 2025 Turkey Season opens this weekend, following a successful 2024 season
The Louisiana turkey harvest in 2024 was one of the best recorded, with 3,695 birds harvested.
How Did We Get Here?
What you find out going through the whole parenthood journey is it is way more difficult than anyone can pretend to tell you.
5K tips for beginners
Training for a 5K can seem daunting, but with a well-structured plan, you’ll be well-equipped to cross the finish line. Get ready to celebrate running your first 5K with these helpful tips from Thibodaux Regional.
Spring Festival Season blooms in Terrebonne Parish
From authentic Bayou traditions and cultural celebrations to pirate adventures and family-friendly fun, Houma is the place to be this Spring with a festival for everyone.
Calling All Artists: Thibodaux’s 2025 Spring Arts Walk
The Arts Walk transforms downtown Thibodaux into an open-air gallery, featuring a diverse range of artistic talent, from painters and sculptors to musicians and performers.
Something For Everyone: Your Spring Social Schedule in Lafourche Parish is here
Whether you’re an avid foodie, looking for family fun, or interested in local culture, there’s an event this spring for you to enjoy in Lafourche Parish.
LWFC Approves Amendments to 2025-26 Hunting Season and WMA NOI at March Meeting
The LDWF Commission has proposed amendments to the 2025-26 hunting regulations, including new duck season dates, changes to the pintail limit, and updates on remote camera use on WMAs.
Louisiana’s 2025 Red Snapper season to open May 1 with expanded fishing days and new regulations
“We are excited to bring back another successful Red Snapper season to our sportsmen this year,” said LDWF Secretary Madison Sheahan. “Thanks to our LA Creel program, last year, Louisiana anglers experienced a historical Red Snapper season - fishing for a total of 151 days, and this year we are hoping to provide even more opportunity.”
Making a Difference: With Thad Angelloz
Better known as Everybody’s Favorite Twins, these two magnificent women--who have drawn national attention-- are the epitome of turning difficult life circumstances around and bettering themselves and others lives in the process.
Auditions announced for Le Petit After Dark’s exciting new production, “Extremities”
You know and love Le Petit Theatre de Terrebonne’s family-friendly offerings of shows– so get ready for the edgier "Le Petit After Dark" upcoming production, "Extremities."
Things You Can(Not) Live Without – Under the Scope
I heard an interesting news story recently. I’d like to say that the story was so interesting it made my ears perk up, but that would […]
Colorectal Cancer Increasing in Younger Patients
Once considered a disease mostly affecting older individuals, colorectal cancer is now a leading cause of cancer deaths in people under 50. Alarmingly, Louisiana has among […]
A Timeless Retreat – Chateau Chic
Nestled in the serene Highland Lakes community of Thibodaux, the Robichaux family‘s newly built home is a stunning blend of classic charm and modern functionality. Completed […]
Celebrate The “Year of Food” – Sponsored Content
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Bayou Terrebonne Boucherie
While Louisiana has no shortage of fun parties to attend, our local festivals are truly able to capture the heart and soul of what makes the […]
Cast Iron Cook-Off
Every great event has a story, and the Cast Iron Cook-Off in Houma is no exception. What began as a unique fundraising idea has grown into […]
Going for Gold
Houma’s annual Over and Under Tunnel Run turns 50 this year and plans to celebrate in style! Taking place on Saturday, April 12 at the Houma […]
A Flight of Flavors
Spoonbill Coffee Roasters, a brand-new business in the heart of Lafourche Parish, is helping to support the local community and unique ecosystem of the bayou—one cup […]
