SUMMARY: Local farmer Trey Johnson announced he will pause appearances at Lafayette’s Corner Pantry market due to 2024’s heavy rains that damaged his crops. Johnson, part of a regional sustainable farming community, shifted from engineering to farming to support local food traditions. Despite challenges like labor shortages and economic uncertainties, small farmers remain optimistic, valuing independence from government aid. New infrastructure, like Moncus Park’s upcoming pavilion, aims to support these farmers and artisans. Many, including Karen Stelly and Fightingville Fresh founders, work hard to sustain their operations and provide fresh food to local communities. Johnson plans to grow via direct-to-consumer CSA subscriptions.

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SUMMARY: A low chance of tropical development is expected in the northern Gulf of Mexico late next week, likely Thursday onward. The National Hurricane Center highlights a broad area of low pressure over warm Gulf waters, but current models show no strong organization or tightening of this system. While development is unlikely, increased tropical moisture will bring rain to the Gulf Coast and parts of Louisiana by the end of the week into the weekend, with rainfall totals potentially reaching 2 to 3 inches by July 19. Temperatures may drop due to the rain. The situation will be closely monitored.

Meteorologist Alexandra Cranford says the National Hurricane Center has started highlighting an area in the northern Gulf for some slow development late next week.

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SUMMARY: Two-year-old Hezekiah “Hezzy” Martinez, diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia, recently left Children’s Hospital after nearly a year, now cancer-free with a clear bone marrow. His mother, Lidia Martinez, donated bone marrow in Kansas City, which saved his life. Although Hezzy is home, active, and smiling, his recovery continues, requiring ongoing blood and platelet donations. Blood center representative Paul Adams emphasizes the constant need for donors, as platelets have a short shelf life and donations support multiple patients. The family is grateful for the community’s prayers and support. Blood donations can be made at the Metairie Blood Center, 2617 Edenborn Ave.

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