I Thought I Was Ready

Fifteen years ago, when I was first elected to the school board, I was genuinely excited. I was also young enough to be dangerous and confident enough to think that excitement mattered more than experience.

Peetrg Comes Alive

The Tangipahoa Parish Library is inviting writers, daydreamers, journal-keepers, and anyone who has ever scribbled a line on a napkin to come spend some time with poetry this winter.

LSU AgCenter Applauds $1MM in Federal Funding to Combat Invasive Species

The LSU AgCenter is proud to announce $1 million in federal funding that will supercharge ongoing initiatives aimed at stamping out invasive species that threaten agriculture and natural resources in Louisiana and across the Mississippi River valley.

The Comeback of the Village Spirit

There’s a saying making the rounds these days: “Everyone wants a village, but nobody wants to be a villager.” It’s a catchy little phrase — equal parts witty observation and gentle nudge — that captures a truth most of us feel but rarely admit.

Fresh Calendar, Fresh Career

January is the month when gym memberships surge, planners are dusted off, and job boards suddenly feel full of possibility. The calendar flips, and with it comes a quiet but powerful belief that this might be the year things finally click.For job seekers, January isn’t just another month.