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Frequent flyers

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After five days of salads, tofu and vegetarian lasagna atop polenta, I cut a swath through the airport in Charlotte, N.C., to Big Bad Dan’s Burger Shack where I smiled at a hamburger and French fries before cannibalizing both.

OLHC parish receives relief from Scott KCs

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On Sept. 5, members of Knights of Columbus (KC) Council 7568 in Scott delivered a truckload of supplies to Our Lady Help of Christians (OLHC) Parish for distribution to families in Jeff Davis Parish and the Diocese of Lake Charles.

Family Foods to Fuel Education

Full days of learning and educational growth, whether taking place in the classroom or at home, require fi lling breakfasts, snacks and family dinners. Help fuel your loved ones and students with tasty recipes that cover everything from morning meals to nighttime treats.

Start the day strong with Pastry Brunch Cups perfect for separating into appropriate servings. Serve up a comforting meal in the evening like Cheesy Baked Mushroom Chicken then cap off the night with Homemade Oatmeal Creme Cookies that can also be enjoyed as a daytime snack.

Bite-Sized Breakfast

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Appetizer-sized portions and small bites of all sorts arc ideal for breakfast before a day of schooling, and these Pastry Brunch Cups are perfect for a quick morning snack. Try baking a batch and separating into appropriate serving sizes for a simple way to meal prep heading into a new week.

Find more breakfast recipes at Culinary.net.

Pastry Brunch Cups

2 tablespoons bntter

2 tablespoons Hour

1 1/2 cups milk

l cup shredded Swiss cheese

Why won’t my figs ripen?

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Fig season is well underway, and many fig varieties are wrapping up their production while others are still producing and ripening. Fig season can begin in Louisiana as early as mid-June and end as late as early October, depending on the varieties. Your trees may still have green figs that just won’t seem to ripen, and that can be for many reasons.

Relaxed weekend mornings are made for

Many people look forward to the weekend, when they can sleep in a little later and not be pressured by the time constraints of a typical weekday. Weekends also may be a time when people can slow down and enjoy a hot, homemade breakfast.

Town council thanks volunteers for storm prep, recovery efforts

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LAKE ARTHUR - When the going gets tough, the tough get going. The small community here comes together in times of need. At a recent meeting, town officials expressed gratitude for all who played a role in securing the area before the storm and keeping a vigilant watch during the storm. They also thanked everyone who helped with clean up and recovery efforts after the threat had passed.

What now?

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Nine months ago, Naomi Guidry and husband Kevin purchased a home in Westlake. Because of Hurricane Laura, however, they and their two children do not know when they will be able to return home.

FEEDING THE NEED

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Feed the Need Missions assembled at the Marcus Cain Memorial Park Wednesday to not only provide a hot meal to people affected by Hurricane Laura, but also to lend a listening ear. President Jonah Breyer said they traveled from Bastrop, Texas, to share prayers, hope and support with this community. Daily News photos by Stacey Fontenot

Sneezing after eating is common

Dear Doctor: Why do I sneeze after a meal? It doesn’t matter what kind of food it is, and it doesn’t have to be after a particularly big meal. Beverages don’t seem to be an issue. What’s going on?