Bank of Erath: Business of the Month

Bank of Erath: Business of the Month

Here’s a little-known fact for those of you with ties to Vermilion Parish: The Bank of Erath housed the town’s first telephone. According to historian, Abbeville native and attorney Warren Perrin who recounts the documented history in a 2019 Morning Advocate article,...
Breast Cancer Awareness

Breast Cancer Awareness

This year, over 350,000 cases of breast cancer are expected to be diagnosed in America, according to the American Cancer Society (ACS.) The most unfortunate news is that until it hits home for someone (including men,) the number doesn’t seem to be frightening enough....
Soft-Shell Crab

Soft-Shell Crab

  You have to wonder the circumstances surrounding the consumption of the first soft-shell crab, sometime around 1887 according to historical records. Was it the experiment of a settler’s wife after he brought home a measly catch of busters to a hungry family awaiting...
NCB Art Links – Pillows, Towels, Wooden Paintings

NCB Art Links – Pillows, Towels, Wooden Paintings

So many hidden talents were discovered during the pandemic, while everyone was hunkered down at home. After making her quota of puzzles, Nola Borel tried her hand at painting and discovered her inner artist. “I had never painted before,” admits Borel, who quickly...
Borel Produce

Borel Produce

When strolling through the Delcambre Seafood & Farmers Market, it’s easy to find Borel’s Produce. Just look for the corner booth with the largest display of jarred pickled items, along with fresh seasonal vegetables. It’s where Patsy and Brent Borel offer a...