June 2021

Practice makes perfect: Serena’s serve leads to win in Paris

PARIS (AP) — Her superior serve back at its unreturnable best, Serena Williams was in full control of her French Open match — until, suddenly, that stroke wasn’t as dominant and neither was she.

Versatile Bryant shines as Cubs surge into contention

CHICAGO (AP) — The Kris Bryant watch is on. The sweet-swinging slugger is playing like an MVP again, and he could be the biggest name on the trade market this summer.

Welsh council votes to increase rates

WELSH — Residents and business owners will see an increase in water and sewer rates beginning in August.

Coushatta Tribe receives grant for floodwall

Coushatta Tribe of Louisiana has received a $749,000 Grant from the Louisiana Watershed Initiative.

Hometown Celebration

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WELSH — The town here will be hosting its second annual Hometown Celebration.

Fresh Pickins

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Merchants of the Town of Welsh held their annual Farmers Market that will take place from 3-6 p.m. every Tuesday throughout the month of June.

OTD: Fenton area ditch-cleaning project nears completion

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A ditch-cleaning project near Fenton is nearing completion.

A turning point in history

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As my cousin read aloud our Grandmother’s Brunswick Stew recipe, I enjoyed all the imagery it evoked, not to mention the aromatic recollection of that stew which was prepared with chicken, pork, tomatoes and corn in a turn-of-the-century kitchen that always smelled heavenly.

Herd immunity requires larger number of vaccinations

Dear Doctor: Ever since the pandemic started, people have been talking about “herd immunity” and how they see

How to Help Manage Pet Separation Anxiety

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For more than a year, working from home and keeping social circles small due to COVID-19 has meant people have been able to spend more time with their pets. However, as more Americans are vaccinated and restrictions loosen across the country, it’s likely many are spending less time at home with their pets. As a result, pet parents should be prepared to spot the signs of separation anxiety and help their pets manage.