June 2022

Ashton Mouton

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Ashton Mouton, 4, Caleb Von, 5, and Jace Mouton, 5, listen as their bible school teacher gives a lesson. The three young men participated in a VBS offered by St. Paul Baptist Church.

Hinckley says he’s sorry for shooting that wounded Reagan

WASHINGTON (AP) — The man who wounded President Ronald Reagan in 1981 apologized for his actions Tuesday and said he doesn’t remember what he was feeling when he fired the shots that also wounded three others.

Officials authorize age extension for the COVID-19 vaccine

State officials announced the expansion of eligibility for the COVID-19 vaccine for children as young as six months old.

50 migrants die in trailer abandoned in San Antonio

SAN ANTONIO (AP) — Fifty people died after being abandoned in a tractortrailer in the sweltering Texas heat, one of the worst tragedies to claim the lives of migrants smuggled across the border from Mexico to the U.S. More than a dozen people had been taken to hospitals, including four children.

Fenton to host Independence Day Celebration

FENTON — Officials here are gearing up for the annual fireworks show, despite setback on construction of the village’s new pavilion.

Employee wants to pass on client’s goodbye party

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DEAR HARRIETTE: I have had a contentious relationship with one of my clients, and now it is ending. He is moving to another job. I am happy for him -- and for me. No matter how hard I tried, we never got along when it came to getting the work done. Our team is hosting a goodbye party for this guy, and I am expected to be there. I feel like a bit of a hypocrite showing up given that I don’t care for the guy. Should I pass on the festivities? -- Not Feeling It

Elton Fireworks this weekend

ELTON - After two years of COVID-19 restrictions, the town’s Independence Day celebration is returning with an event for families to enjoy.

FIREWORK SAFETY TIPS:

1. Use fireworks outdoors only. Never carry fireworks in a pocket or shoot them off in metal or glass containers.

2022-06-29 05:00:00

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BATON ROUGE — Nearly 1,000 4-H youth and agents recently attended 4-H University, which provides youth with the opportunity to meet other members from across the state and compete for trips, prizes and leadership experiences.

SWEET BAKED BEANS

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Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until beef is no longer pink, breaking up beef into crumbles; drain. Stir in sugars, ketchup, barbecue sauce, mustard, molasses and chili powder. Add 3 15 oz. cans of navy beans and bacon.