Allow extra time for alterations as they may take longer than expected.
Because fashion preferences were once ornate and dependent on precise fits, ready-to-wear clothing really did not become widely available until the early 20th century.
Jeanne Phillips
DEAR ABBY: Sometimes when my husband, “Tom,” drinks he becomes volatile. A month ago, after being out drinking, he came home very late.
Armyworms feed on turfgrasses, causing large brown patches in lawns.
—LSU AgCenter/David Sexton
Sod webworms were biblical last summer. Not to be outdone, the armyworm troops have now set up camp. They are out in full force, causing headaches for many homeowners.
Jeanne Phillips
DEAR ABBY: My boyfriend and I have been together for 19 years. He wants to get married, but I keep putting it off. I was married before; he’s never been married.
Brenna Laubach with her third runner-up trophy and numerous awards earned at the National American Miss Pageant held July 31-Aug. 2 in Baton Rouge.
—Submitted Photos
Brenna Laubach introduces herself in the Personal Introduction portion of the National American Miss Pageant.
Brenna Catherine Laubach of Morgan City was named third runner-up in the National American Miss Pageant held July 31-Aug. 2 at the Crowne Plaza in Baton Rouge.
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