Deatra HollinsCelebration of Music, Culture, and Cuisine at the 2024 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage FestivalMar 241Mar 241
Deatra HollinsUnbroken Bonds: Surviving the System’s False Allegations“Disclaimer: This is a nonfiction account based on real events and experiences. Names and identifying details have been changed to protect…Oct 27, 2023Oct 27, 2023
Deatra HollinsFor years, most New Orleans locals have embraced Essence Festival, eagerly anticipating its…The Power of Juvenile’s Anthem “Back That Ass Up”Jun 9, 20231Jun 9, 20231
Deatra HollinsWeathering the Storm: Our Continued Journey Beyond the Cult and Reconnecting Our Family“Welcome to the continuing saga of a family’s journey towards healing and reconciliation. This story picks up from where we left off in…May 16, 2023May 16, 2023
Deatra HollinsCanal Street at Noon: A Twenty-First Century Take on a Marcus B. Christian ClassicThis short story is a tribute to the poem about Canal Street by Dat NOLA Chic. The vivid imagery and lively rhythm of the poem captured the…May 3, 2023May 3, 2023
Deatra HollinsWhen one thinks of New Orleans, the rich aroma and taste of a pot of steaming Red Beans and Rice…New Orleans Mondy Dinner TraditionApr 18, 2023Apr 18, 2023
Deatra HollinsLiving Like a Local: Embracing the Authentic Charm of New Orleans CultureAs a city that has been shaped by its unique history and diverse communities, New Orleans is a place that offers visitors an experience…Apr 17, 2023Apr 17, 2023
Deatra Hollins“Beyond the Promise of Milk and Honey: Creating an Inclusive New Orleans for All”Photo by adobeApr 17, 2023Apr 17, 2023
Deatra Hollins“Growing Up Latchkey: A Story of Two Sisters’ Independence in New Orleans”During the virtual school year caused by Covid-19, my sister and I spent many mornings venting our frustrations over trying to get our…Apr 17, 2023Apr 17, 2023