The Forum August 6 - 19, 2014 Vol. XXVI, Issue XXIV
Acadian-style home shows charming details PG.21.

Arlington Hotel
One of the most identifiable on a bluff overlooking an entrance into downtown’s historic buildings is downtown, surrounded by impressive the former Arlington Hotel at 700 mansions and beautiful buildings like Cotton St.

The Future of Pierremont Mall
“The opportunity to work with ownership and tenants of a landmark retail property is exciting,” said Sarona Snyder, director of commercial property management for Vintage. “Since its opening in 1964, Pierremont Mall has offered a great venue in a very visible retail area on Line Avenue.

'The Cynic'
Overheard: “Our son is going to LSU. We’re from California and wanted him to go to UCLA but that meant another letter for him to remember.”.

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Money Matters
Capital One Bank team members work on a house in the Martin Luther King Jr. neighborhood as part of ‘Paint Your Heart Out Shreveport 2014.’ Capital One North Louisiana Market President Chris Haskew (middle) was the Paint Your Heart Out Shreveport chairman for 2014.

Sharks in the Spotlight
Heather Kleiner, special programs coordinator at Sci-Port, said the program was inspired by the Discovery Channel’s Shark Week that has become the longest running television series since its first airing in the 1980s. “Discovery Channel’s Shark Week has raised awareness and respect for sharks,” Kleiner said.

MAKING A DIFFERENCE
I first ran for Louisiana Public Service Commission, in 2002, many of my friends had little awareness of the LPSC and questioned my decision. I had been a state senator for many years, and to them being a “commissioner” was a step down the political ladder and about as exciting as dog-catcher.

The Way it Was in 2011
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MEDIA IN THE MIRROR
It seems the whole world is falling apart. Watching the national news is a depressing experience, to say the least. Local, state and national governments are either gridlocked or in turmoil – or both.

‘A Fair Experience’
Judges John Robinson and Ford Stinson are retiring; Springhill attorney Charles Jacobs has announced for Robinson’s seat, and Bossier City attorney Jeff Thompson has declared for Stinson’s seat. While Bossier City attorney Randall Robinson also announced for a seat, he has not campaigned.

‘Can’t buy me love’
“Can’t buy me love, no. Everybody tells me so. Can’t buy love, no. No, no, no, no ...” Go on. You know the rest of the verse, and can finish singing it. The Beatles did. Sales of their single, “Can’t Buy Me Love,” reached sales of $1 million in 1964. And they were right on point, after all.

Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding versus bottle-feeding is a decision made by every mother, and it isn’t decided without consideration. For some, it’s a personal preference, and for others, it’s an issue of advocacy, and in any event, there are some key facts every parent needs to know.

Angina Can Be A Warning
According to the AHA, angina is not a disease in itself but a symptom of a disease or condition – usually coronary heart disease, which the AHA cites as one of the greatest health risks faced today.

Healthy Geezer
Blood flowing to the penis creates erections. Plaque buildup narrows and hardens arteries (atherosclerosis) reducing blood flow throughout the body. The arteries supplying blood to the penis are smaller than those for the heart. So, ED can be an early sign of atherosclerosis, which can increase your risk of heart attack and stroke.

at HOME
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A French Feel
Standridge enjoys building custom houses and working with clients to bring their visions to a reality. Since starting to build custom homes in 2010, Standridge said, “There is no job too big or detail too small that we can’t handle together.”.

Industries of North Louisiana, Inc.
Larry L. Brandon Matt Brown Cecile Coutret Anita Dubois Michael T. Ferrell Gayle Flowers Melinda H. Hernandez Janie M. Kelley Karen M. Pendleton Tiya Scroggins James Smith Jason Weinland Rachel Williamson Mike Whitehead.

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TALK of the TOWN
Grammy winner and New York Times bestselling author, Wynonna has created a new highenergy show with her band, The Big Noise. 7:30 p.m. Tickets, $31.50, $36.50, $41.50 and $59.50, available at ticketmaster.com and the CenturyLink Center box office. Shreveport Municipal Memorial Auditorium, Shreveport.

Rollin’ on the River
will share $10,000 in bonus play. Also on Fridays from 7 p.m. to 12 a.m. is our Beach Club Hot Seat; upon joining a table, guests will receive a ticket number based on table and seat number. Every 30 minutes, a ticket will be pulled from the drum; guests must be in active play to receive a prize, with the winner receiving $100.

UNDISPUTED!
The winner will walk away with $10,000. “With the past UNSCENES, we have brought in a national artist to work with local artists, and we paid the local artists to work with the national artist. This time, we aren’t bringing in the national artist.

Local Awards Seasons
Best Production: “To Kill a Mockingbird”; Best Lagniappe Production: “The Diary of Anne Frank”; Best Actor in a Leading Role: Robert Young in “To Kill a Mockingbird”; Best Actress in a Leading Role: Seva May in “Always, Patsy Cline”; Best Actor in a...

Drones
Mike Sledge used a drone to get this aerial shot of Interstate 49 and La 3132. Sledge owns Bird’s Eye View Photography and Video Production..

On the Scene
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