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2018 Word Ministries graduates

Word Ministries in Eunice held its graduation ceremony in the Word Ministries Christian Academy sanctuary at 7 p.m. May 17. Three seniors received their diplomas, Jazlyn Edwards, Kiersten Goodley and Alexander Guillory.

Some herbs do well in summer heat

By Dan Gill LSU AgCenter Horticulturist To be honest, our best herb gardens occur during milder times of the year between October and May. The intense heat of summer takes its toll on many of our favorite culinary herbs, such as thyme, parsley, dill, cilantro, chives, lavender and French tarragon.

Birth Announcements

Gemma Marcantel Leah and Seth Marcantel of Eunice announce the birth of their daughter, Gemma Mechelle Marcantel, born at Acadian Medical Center on May 16 weighing 7 pounds and 11 ounces. Maternal grandparents are Tom and Rachel Andrus of Eunice.

Make the most of family vacations

With the school term ending, many families make plans for a summer vacation. Family vacations can become costly. But by planning ahead and simplifying things, a vacation may become fun and relaxing.

Baccalaureate Services held at New Zion

The annual Baccalaureate Services for Eunice 2018 graduates was held at 2 p.m., Sunday, May 13 at the New Zion Baptist Church in Eunice. Twenty-two graduating seniors from Eunice High, Northwest High, and Word Ministries were honored and recognized.

Highland Elementary names Class Favorites

Highland Elementary announced its Fourth Grade Class Favorites and they are DeMiyah Reed, left, and Harold Burke. They were chosen by class votes. (Submitted Photo)

CDA Court 208 names State Winners

Catholic Daughters Americas Court Eunice 208 announced its state winners in each category. From left are Della Breaux, Court Eunice education chairman; Brooklyn Miller, second place in state for poetry; Wesley Driggs, first place in state for music; and Connie Thibodeaux, Regent.

LSU Ag Center names May as Mediterranean Diet Month

By Johnny Morgan BATON ROUGE — As the weather warms up and outdoor cookouts ramp up, weight control is on a number of minds.

Baby chicks at Glendale

Glendale Pre-k students recently learned about farm animals. Students had the opportunity to hatch baby chicks from an incubator in their classroom. Gabriel Andrepont seemed delighted to meet one of the baby chicks. (Submitted Photo)

Catholic Daughters of Americas service awards recipients

On May 7 meeting The Catholic Daughters of the Americas was presented service awards from officers.