For nature lovers, perhaps nothing is more enjoyable than packing up the camping gear, traveling to a favorite campsite and getting away from it all while sleeping under the stars. Such an experience can be transformative, turning first-time campers into lifelong enthusiasts.
The Rotary Club of Welsh held its weekly meeting using Zoom on Thursday, May 28, with Dave Lejeune being the host. CEO for Royal Horizon Academy Sierra Tillman, along with Patrick Guillory and Shakera McKenzie (not pictured), spoke to the club about a summer program in Roanoke. Their aim is to bring the world of reading to kids, teach them how to have fun with math, spelling bees and various exercises.
Jennings High School recently held its awards day.
Welsh resident Delores Derouen surprised retired USAF Lt. Col. Clarence Prudhomme with a handmade patriotic quilt. She personally delivered the quilt to Prudhomme’s home since the annual Memorial Day Celebration has been canceled. Each year she presents a veteran with a military quilt. Accompanying the gift was a beautiful untitled poem, which described the flag and expressed heartfelt thanks to all veterans. Submitted photo
Dear Doctor: A friend of our family suddenly lost the vision in his left eye because of something called retinal artery occlusion. What is that? How do you protect against it?
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Losing weight and focusing on a healthful diet may lead you back to the same tried-and-true tricks, however, conventional wisdom doesn’t always pay dividends. Some eating plans may offer up new twists to help you and your family eat meals you enjoy without forgoing your health goals.
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Along with fresh produce, the Welsh Farmer’s Market also offers canned items such as jellies and pickles, along with homemade tamales.
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