THE BESTBANK HOUR – SEPTEMBER 15, 2026

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Today on The BestBank Hour with Rusty Autry, we’re putting the spotlight on Westbank small businesses! Rusty talks with local business owners, including Noey’s Coffee and Beth Castille, who is opening a new boutique gift shop in Old Gretna.

The first guest we speak with is Desiree who we met at the Lion’s Club in Morrero – Crafter who creates custom acrylic lanterns and does the art for each of the designs which can be found at Lanterns504.com

We had Noel of Noey’s Coffee speak about their unique flavors including their pie series. You can find them set up at Hope Haven’s fitness trail.

Their hours are typically Wednesday – Saturday from 7am to 1pm.

We hear from Chad Sherman from Keep the Best Bank Beautiful to discuss their clean up being hosted on September 19 on the Barataria. Come volunteer!

Beth Castille and Debbie speak on opening their boutique gift shop in Old Gretna named Southern Charm Art & Boutique for local artist to have their work seen and purchased. Soft Opening October 1st, Grand Opening October 10th

As a reminder check out the free Gretna Festin and then Jefferson Parish’s Foodie Fest coming October 20-26th!