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St. Mark’s Expansion Enhances LandMark Building
St. Mark’s Cathedral School started as a church preschool at the corner of Kings Highway and Fairfield more than 60 years ago. Known as the White House, that preschool structure was recently removed after numerous renovations to accommodate the growing number of students, according to Dr.

PROMOTING ETHICAL BUSINESS PRACTICES
Each year, businesses are selected through a regional competition to receive the Better Business Bureau's Torch Awards for Ethical Commerce. Recipients at the regional level are awarded eligibility to be considered by the Council of Better Business Bureau's International Torch Awards for Marketplace Excellence competition.

2016 ATHENA RECIPIENT
Denée Locke selected for prestigious award The Business Development Connection of the Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce has honored Deneé Locke as the recipient of the prestigious ATHENA Leadership Award at the annual awards luncheon held at Sam’s Town Hotel & Casino.

ROY’S KIDS SPREADS CHRISTMAS JOY TO EVERYONE
When the holidays came, Roy said there were few gifts, and his mother had to work because the income had to keep flowing constantly, again to meet those ends.

Enjoy the sights and sounds
Thanks to the Downtown Development Authority and the plethora of artists in the Shreveport-Bossier area, more art than ever has been brought downtown during an aptly named Art Walk. The Art Walk takes place from 5 to 8 p.m. on the first Wednesday of every month.

40 UNDER FORTY 10 YEARS
Williams was also chief of staff and assistant vice president for Academic and Student Affairs for the Southern University System. She is a graduate of Grambling State University and earned a Ph.D. from Jackson State University. Williams is very active in state and national service and has received numerous commendations commemorating her dedication.

THE NOVEMBER 8 VOTE
Thankfully, the presidential race, one of the most contentious and bizarre of all time, is coming to an end. The Tuesday, Nov. 8, election day is less than two weeks away. In my 50 years of being involved in the political arena, I have never seen anything like it.

biz SCENE
The Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce hosted the J. Pat Beaird Industry of the Year and The Forum.

BUSINESS BRIEFS
National Philanthropy Day recognizes the contributions that individuals and organizations make to nonprofits. In North Louisiana, the local Association of Fundraising Professionals Chapter has hosted the luncheon since 1993 to honor local philanthropic leaders, organizations, and fundraising professionals.

Is her bark worse than her bite?
Barking is a dog’s natural means of communication. Dogs bark for many different reasons, such as to get your attention, or because they think it’s a friendly way to greet people or other animals.

Will it sink or swim?
No, Virginia, the Clyde Fant Parkway in front of the Barnwell Center is NOT paved with gold yet, but it may be if all the promises of the Shreveport Aquarium promoters come true. The Shreveport Council has approved a proposal to convert the Barnwell into an aquarium which according to a press release will open “in early summer 2017.

THE STATE FAIR RETURNS
FOR the 110th time, the State Fair of Louisiana will open its gates on Oct. 27. Along with the traditional features, this year’s version of the fair will have many special things to see and do, according to President and General Manager Chris Giordano..

at HOME Junior League Kitchen Tour
Ideas and inspiration for home design can be found on the Junior League of Shreveport- Bossier’s 2016 Kitchen Tour.

Community Outreach
$30, registration required. Wednesday, Nov. 9, 1:30 p.m. WK Pierremont Medical Arts Building 1811 East Bert Kouns, Suite 420 Monday, Nov. 21, 4 p.m. WK Bossier Wellness Center, 2450 Hospital Drive Shaking the Sodium from Your Diet and Living with CHF.

Lectures & Seminars
Tuesday, Nov. 15, 3:30 p.m. Franks Community Centre.

The Plumbing Warehouse
With lines such as Hunter Fans, Z-Lite, and Luminescence, LCR will provide shoppers with numerous choices, and make the homeowner’s process of selecting fixtures for new homes and remodels easy! Eliminating an extra stop is nothing short of beneficial for everyone.

UNDERGOING CANCER TREATMENT
It’s an experience that no woman anticipates or comes readily equipped to manage; a cancer diagnosis and chemotherapy treatment can seem ominous and overwhelming, but having a steady support system and thorough understanding of what to expect may help to ease worry.

WEIGHING CHOICES IN WEIGHT LOSS
As a bariatric surgeon here in Shreveport, this is a question I am asked almost every day. Bypass, sleeve, band, balloon – how does one decide? And these are just some of the more familiar choices. The list goes on and on. Shreveport was recently named the second most obese city in the entire United States, second only to Memphis.

HEALTHY DOSE of information
GHALI NAMED CHANCELLOR OF LSU HEALTH SHREVEPORT Dr. G.E. Ghali, DDS, MD, FACS, FRCS(Ed), has been appointed as chancellor of LSU Health Sciences Center Shreveport and dean of the School of Medicine by President F. King Alexander and with the support of the LSU Board of Supervisors.

TAKING A JOURNEY TOGETHER
In addition to the physical toils of cancer and treatment, the emotional effects of cancer can be devastating. A support system, especially from a spouse or significant other, helps greatly, said Feist-Weiller Cancer Center’s Jo Ann Stewart. Stewart, a registered nurse, started a support group for cancer patients with a coworker 11 years ago.

HEALTHY GEEZER
A fever usually means your body is fighting an infection from bacteria or a virus. In older adults, the immune system doesn’t function as efficiently as it does in younger people. The body's fever response to infection is not always automatic in elderly people.

health SCENE
On Sept. 29, friends and supporters of MLK Health Center & Pharmacy and Dr. Robert H. Jackson gathered to celebrate 30 years of providing health care and pharmacy services for the uninsured at their Marsh Madness Gala held at Margaritaville Resort Casino.

HEALTHY DOSE of information
LEWIS NAMED CHAIRMAN OF OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY David F. Lewis, M.D., has been named chairman of obstetrics and gynecology at LSU Health Shreveport.

TALK OF THE TOWN
Wayne’s FM Karaoke, 6:30-10 p.m., Thursdays, 1400 Airline Drive, Bossier City..

Halloween Highlights
Looking for a spook-tacular time this Halloween? Gather the kids for some trick-or-treating, or get some friends together for a night out..

Genteel Pleasures
I’ve been known to enjoy a bourbon cocktail every now and then. My first choice in bourbon is always Maker’s Mark. Most people ask if I like that brand the best because my name is in the title. I assure you, it’s not. The flavor of Marker’s Mark bourbon is like nothing else and, to me, is as recognizable as Coca-Cola or Pepsi.

Tejas Kitchen Bar Patio
Fry Bread: Don’t know what that is? I didn’t either until we ordered it. Think a fluffy sopapilla, smothered in chorizo, onions and peppers, roasted corn, queso and sour cream. Iceberg Salad: Nearly a half a head of iceberg lettuce, topped with bacon, tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions and creamy buttermilk blue cheese dressing.

on the SCENE
The beautiful Elston Estate at 6800 Querbes Drive was the scene for this year’s Guild Membership Tea..

on the SCENE
ANECA Federal Credit Union showed up at Parish Taceaux at 708 Texas St. in late September to surprise customers and pay for their meals. The visit was part of ANECA’s monthly Pay it Forward #theANECAway campaign.