April 2018

Migrant caravan, raising concerns in US, halts in Mexico

MATIAS ROMERO, Mexico (AP) — The caravan of Central American migrants that angered U.S. President Donald Trump was sidelined at a sports field in southern Mexico with no means of reaching the border even as Trump tweeted another threat to Mexico Tuesday.

“The big Caravan of People from Honduras, now coming across Mexico and heading to our “Weak Laws” Border, had better be stopped before it gets there,” Trump wrote. “Cash cow NAFTA is in play, as is foreign aid to Honduras and the countries that allow this to happen.”

Couple who met in market marry amid veggies in aisle 13

LOWER BURRELL, Pa. (AP) — Attention all shoppers: wedding in aisle 13.

A couple who met at a supermarket have tied the knot there with canned carrots and peas among their wedding guests.

Sixty-nine-year-old Larry Spiering and 61-yearold Becky Smith married Sunday at the Community Supermarket in Lower Burrell, where they met 10 years ago.

Smith said she was working at the supermarket when Spiering walked up and gave her a piece of paper with his name and phone number on it.

Savor these beautiful (and edible) flowers

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Marigolds are just one of the many flowers that can be consumed.

Cultivating beautiful blooms is a popular pastime for gardeners near and far. While gazing at a yard full of vibrant colors or enjoying the aroma of freshly cut blooms is enough for many gardeners, others may want to embrace a long-enduring tradition - growing edible flowers.

How to banish mosquitoes from your yard

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Time spent in the backyard on spring and summer afternoons and evenings contributes heavily to the popularity of these times of year. Many homeowners go to great lengths to make their outdoor living spaces as luxurious as possible, only to be bothered by uninvited and bothersome guests: mosquitoes.

Senior class to host drug-free graduation party

The parents of the senior class at Welsh High School will host a drug- and alcohol-free party after graduation for graduating seniors. The party, which will be held May 16, will begin at 11 p.m. and will feature music, games, finger foods and prizes. Anyone interested in contributing to the event with cash or prizes is asked to make checks payable to WHS Class of 2018. Checks can be mailed to P.O. Box 181, Welsh, LA 70591.

Yoga: Inhale lavender, exhale gratitude

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MIDWEEK MUDDLE by SUSAN LINCOLN

We started in the lotus position which, in itself, was no small accomplishment.

We were cross-legged on yoga mats while candles flickered around the room and the sounds of waves flowed through our shared space.

I was three states away.

It seemed as if I was three planets away.

Essential oils were distributed. “Would you care for lemon or eucalyptus, lavender or peppermint?” the instructor asked.

“Yes,” I said, obviously intimidated by her, the oils, the mats, the candles and, of course, the lotus position.

Victory No.17

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RAYNE - The Iota Lady Bulldogs scored runs in six of seven innings Monday, including a 10-run outburst in the final frame, in cruising to their 17th victory of the season, a 19-3 thumping of Rayne in a non-district contest at the Lady Wolves’ home park.

In all, the Lady Dogs (17-7) cranked out 18 hits off Rayne hurler Karlie Weber, who also walked nine.

Iota banged out eight of those hits in the top of the seventh inning.

Ryley Crochet logged two of her three hits in the frame, both RBI singles.

Morton helps Astros beat Orioles 6-1 in home opener

HOUSTON (AP) — Charlie Morton pitched six scoreless innings, Marwin Gonzalez homered and the Houston Astros unveiled their World Series banner before defeating the Baltimore Orioles 6-1 on Monday night in their home opener. Morton (1-0) allowed three hits and struck out six. The right-hander picked up where he left off after getting the final 12 outs in Game 7 against the Dodgers to help secure Houston’s first championship. Brad Peacock pitched a perfect seventh and Will Harris allowed one hit in the eighth before Collin McHugh took over.

Helen Merle Todd Wild

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Helen Merle Todd Wild passed away peacefully at her home in Welsh on Thursday, March 29, 2018, at the age of 85.

Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Monday, April 2, 2018, at First Presbyterian Church of Welsh, with Reverend Chandler Willis officiating.

Visitation was held from 4-8 p.m. Sunday at Hixson Funeral Home of Welsh. Visitation resumed Monday at 9 a.m. until time of service at the church.

Burial followed in Oaklawn Cemetery in Welsh.

Busy Bunnies

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Girl Scouts Troop 72 filled Easter Eggs on Saturday to deliver to area homes as part of a fundraising drive to pay for its members to travel to the Girl Scout headquarters in New York in June.