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Westminster students partner with Curbside Chronicle to sell flowers for Mother's Day - NewsOK.com

Westminster School's eighth-graders are partnering this spring with the Homeless Alliance's Curbside Chronicle to learn more about serving the community and understanding poverty — by selling Mother's Day flowers.The partnership developed as the northwest Oklahoma City private school sought to enhance its program of instilling in all its students a greater awareness of the world around them, said Emmery Frejo, Westminster's communications director.Students are helping promote Mother's Day floral bouquets assembled and sold by Curbside Chronicle vendors, said Kinsey Crocker, Homeless Alliance communications director.Orders can be placed through the Curbside Chronicle website, Crocker said, and can be picked up at designated locations just before Mother's Day, May 13. Flowers also can be purchased those days.“Through this initiative with the Curbside Chronicle, (our) students have learned to empathize with others and to think critically about the role they can play in building a more cohesive society that offers opportunities to all,” Frejo said.Eighth-graders helped... http://newsok.com/article/5592729/westminster-students-partner-with-curbside-chronicle-to-sell-flowers-for-mothers-day

Analysis: Louisiana's strict licensing standards targeted - Idaho Statesman

It's to protect consumers," said Republican Rep. Clay Schexnayder, of Gonzales, as he opposed ending florist licensing.Work to lessen licensing rules crosses party lines, making for strange alliances. Libertarian organizations are championing the issue, along with the Louisiana chapter of the staunchly conservative Americans for Prosperity and Democratic Gov. John Bel Edwards."Louisiana ranks as the sixth-worst in the nation for convoluted occupational licensing requirements. We can fix that," Edwards said.He's singled out the florist license: "I'm not sure why we do that."The Goldwater Institute, a libertarian think tank, said Louisiana licenses more low-income professions in the country than nearly every other state - and requires licensing for professions that rarely have such requirements elsewhere. Beyond the flower-arranging license, Louisiana is one of only three states that licenses interior designers.Emerson has shelved proposals to remove licensing requirements for interior designers and landscape horticulturists, instead focusing on deregulation of florists and hair braiding. She's also proposing an Occupational Licensing Review Act, backed by Edwards, that would set up an annual review process of Louisiana's regulations governing individual professions.Even the review proposal received pushback as it won passage in the House Commerce Committee. Representatives of the Louisiana Motor Vehicle Commission and the Louisiana Board of Cosmetology described it as an unnecessary burden."This is just piling on," said Steve Young, executive director of the cosmetology board. That bill awaits debate on the House floor, along with Emerson's proposals to exempt braiding services from regulation by the state cosmetology board and do away with the license . That hair-braiding deregulation effort passed the House last year but didn't win Senate passage.Fourteen states require hair braiders to have a cosmetology license, according to the National Conference of State Legislatures.Emerson's bid to end florist licensing also emerged from committee Thursday and will be scheduled for full House debate.Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain said that license began in 1950, aimed at ensuring that no plant diseases or pests were transmitted through cut flowers. Under Emerson's bill, florists still would be subject to inspection and regulation from the agriculture department, and permits still would be required.Beyond those safety reviews, Emerson said she believes the free market can determine if a florist is competent or not."It's a service-based industry," she said. "You have to let the market and competition take care of it."___EDITOR'S NOTE: Melinda Deslatte has covered Louisiana politics for The Associated Press since 2000. Follow her at http://twitter.com/melindadeslatteAn AP News Analysis... http://www.idahostatesman.com/entertainment/article207443714.html

A Colorado baker, a Richland florist: Do religious beliefs justify discrimination? - seattlepi.com

The Alliance Defending Freedom, a conservative legal group, has represented both Phillips in Colorado and Stutzman, owner of Arlene's Flowers, in this state.The group's attorney Kristen Waggoner, described Phillips' wedding cake as a "temporary sculpture", and that his services cannot be equated to other vendors."The tailor is not engaging in speech, nor is the chef," Waggoner argued."The baker is engaged in speech, but the chef is not engaging in speech?" asked Justice Elena Kagan.Phillips has argued through the case that he is a creative artist, befitting the title "Masterpiece Cakeshop."  The Trump administration argued that under the First Amendment, Phillips is protected from crafting something that "inherently" sends a message opposed to his religious beliefs.But Justice Sonia Sotomayor noted that Subway sandwiches advertises that its employers are highly creative. "There are sandwich artists now," she said.If Phillips wins, the Supreme Court's ruling could be used to throw out the conviction and fine imposed against Stutzman. It could open up other avenues for denying service.How, Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg asked Solicitor General Noel Francisco, should courts evaluate and differentiate various protections against discrimination?"I th...

Christmas is coming - The Daily Progress

Orange County may find some relief by visiting the many open houses that will be hosted by businesses on Main Street next week, as part of the first-ever Orange Downtown Alliance Downtown Holiday Village.The Holiday Village will make its debut on the Orange winter calendar Saturday, Dec. 2 from 9:30 a.m.to 3 p.m. The event is intended to “celebrate the spirit of the season and have regional residents explore their town shops, get to know their merchandise and meet business owners,” said Sharon Elswick of the Holladay House Bed and Breakfast, who helped organize the event.All downtown merchants, including The Arts Center In Orange, Finders Keepers, Grelen Downtown, Lacy’s Florist, James Madison Museum, Orange Pharmacy and more, will be participating in the Holiday Village, and many will offer special treats and sales for those who attend. Breakfast from Mountain View BBQ will be served beginning at 9:30 a.m. and various children’s activities will be held throughout the day.Santa will be greeting children one-by-one with small gifts from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Orange Train Station, and librarian Michelle Pursel will read Christmas stories aloud during the same timeframe at 111 Short St. ... http://www.dailyprogress.com/orangenews/entertainment_life/christmas-is-coming/article_ae97155a-cfb4-11e7-8e6c-fb2ebf57caf3.html

Support piling up in Arlene's Flowers request for Supreme Court review - Tri-City Herald

Stutzman had refused to make arrangements for a longtime customer’s same-sex wedding in 2013.The U.S. Supreme Court has not indicated whether it will consider her case. Alliance Defending Freedom, a legal group representing Stutzman, says numerous friends-of-the-court briefs have been filed with the U.S. Supreme Court asking it to consider the lower court’s decision.Many of the briefs also encourage the alliance’s request to consolidate the Richland florist shop case with the similar case of a Denver-area baker.In late June, the U.S. Supreme Court agreed to hear the case of Jack Phillips, the owner of Masterpiece Cakeshop in Lakewood, Colo., who refused to make a wedding cake for a same-sex wedding reception. Alliance Defending Freedom also is representing Phillips.Robert Ingersoll and Curt Freed sued Arlene’s Flowers of Richland in 2013 after the owner, Barronelle Stutzman, refused to make arrangements for their wedding. Courtesy American Civil Liberties Union of Washington One brief asking that the Arlene’s Flower case be considered was filed on behalf of 29 members of Congress, including Republican Sens. Ted Cruz of Texas, Mike Lee of Utah and James Risch of Idaho. No Washington members of Congress were among them.“This case involves more than a clash between norms of non-discrimination and religious freedom,” the court filing said.The more fundamental question in both the florist’s and baker’s cases “is whether a government can coerce religious believers to speak or act contrary to their sincerely held religious beliefs,” it said.Briefs also were filed with the Supreme Court by 14 states or their governors. They include Arkansas, Alabama, Arizona, Idaho, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Nebraska, Nevada, Oklahoma, South Car... http://www.tri-cityherald.com/news/local/article169702567.html

Pomeroy Alumni hold banquet

Howard Mullen;1947 — Ida Johnson Murphy of Pomeroy;1948 (70th anniversary) — Nelda Drenner Mockey of Hickory, N.C., William Knight of Point Pleasant, W.Va., Richard Struble of Lancaster, Ohio, and June VanVranken of Pomeroy;1949 — Lois Smith Hawley of Pomeroy;1950 — Betty Genheimer Knight of Point Pleasant, W.Va.;1952 — Phyllis Meier May of Pomeroy;1953 (65th anniversary) — Kenneth Cole of Wellston, Sue Struble Tubbs of Syracuse, Shirley Smith of Pomeroy, and Ed Kennedy of Pomeroy;1954 — Ray Hines of Belpre;1955 — William Hysell of Columbus, Roger Hines and Flora Hayes Karnes of Logan, Ray Shasteen of The Villages, Florida, Don Grueser of Racine, Tom Smith, Harley Johnson, Carol Kennedy and Stacie Arnold, all of Pomeroy;1956 — Carolyn Brown Charles of Columbus, Mary Scott Wise of Middleport and David Riggs of Pomeroy;1957 — Arthur Arnold of Prosperity, N.C., Janet Struble Williamson of Rutland, Lila Terrell Mitch, April Shasteen Smith, Carolyn Sisson Teaford, Dan Morris and Carol Curtis Riggs, all of Pomeroy;1958 (60th anniversary) — Vickie Clark Shreve of Burlington, Ky., Marilyn White Bankes of Melbourne, Fla., Robert Parker of Marietta, Larry Curtis and Florence Bearhs Wood both of Coolville, Jerry Fields, Marcia Grueser Arnold, Thelma Davis Jeffers, Robert Chaney and Patricia Douglas Arnold, all of Pomeroy;1959 — Gene Romine, Eldon Sauters, Gary Freeman and Kathryn Slack Johnson, all of Pomeroy;1960 — Paul Roush of Tuppers Plains; Sharon Douglas Swindell of Shade, Nancy Brown Strauser of Columbus, Howard Parker of Marietta, and Barbara Eskew Fields, Vince Knight and Phil Harrison, all of Pomeroy;1961 — Michael Roberts of Akron, Norman Price, Paula Sayre Welker, Wallace Hatfield, and Bill Young, all of Pomeroy, and Keith Barnitz of Kingston;1962 — Jean Casto Hilton of Parkersburg, W.Va., Mike Werry of Belpre, and Christine Faber Sauters of Pomeroy;1963 (55th anniversary) — Jerry Shamblin of Madison, Tenn., Mary Jane Douglas Daggett of Fairfield, Ohio, Sandra Wells McCallister of Cutler, Ohio, David Borden of Senoia, Ga., Tracy Schrinsher of Crossville, Tenn. https://www.mydailysentinel.com/features/community/27230/pomeroy-alumni-holds-banquet

Be Local when preparing for prom - Uniontown Herald Standard

April being the busiest time — especially for seamstresses who make alterations. Lovat said her shop, which also carries silk flowers, receives customers from as far away as West Virginia and Ohio.This year’s trends for prom include mermaid gowns with a fluffy bottom as well as a two-piece gown that includes a separated bodice and skirt.“Some like the plain but more like the bling,’’ said Lovat. “Then they get the accessories: shoes and jewelry. It all has to blend in.’’Popular jewelry pieces include rose gold and blue sapphire, Lovat said, while popular colors for gowns this year include black, gray, white and champagne.Regarding tuxedos, Ptak said, “Basic black is still used but many are going for fashionable colors in the blue family: navy, cobalt and indigo. Slim-fitting pants are almost a must for those who like and can wear it. Slim-fitting tuxedos are extremely popular. It’s the look you see on TV: a shorter coat and slim fit is very popular.’’Ptak said many youths want to coordinate with their date’s outfit but some want their own looks. Matching vests are as popular as colored vests.“What’s really popular are bow ties,’’ said Ptak, noting some even choose plaid and multi colors.He observed that where youths came in alone or with their dates in the past, today it becomes a family event with lots of photographs taken.Photographs are also popular at hair salons where many youths are experiencing their first formal hairstyle.“Braids are in at the moment,’’ said Morriston. “But it’s usually an updo where you curl and pin everything.’’Morriston said hairdressers can add glitter or a piece the youths bring in, such as a broach, to accessorize the young lady’s hair.Don’t wait too long to order flowers as Steve Neubauer, of Neubauer’s Flowers in Uniontown, noted many proms are taking place over Mother’s Day weekend, already a busy time for florists. Order early to find the best selection of flowers.When you do order, there’s a variety of choices.“Hand-tied nosegays are the most popular this year,’’ said Neubauer, “followed by wrist corsages and arm bouquets.’’As for colors, Neubauer said, “With technology, everybody has plenty of colors. The colors are as varied as the dresses.’’He explained flowe...

Hidden Gems in the CLE: Love, Anji Paper Florist makes a colorful gift last - fox8.com

We're talking about the Hidden Gems in the CLE.  And, thanks to our friends at Destination Cleveland, we're showing you one of Northeast Ohio's coolest places.Love, Anji Paper Florist does it all for people who want to spend extra time with their flowers. They're handcrafted paper flowers, made intricately to look like the real thing.You can even make them smell like your favorite flower by adding a scent, sold in-house.Anji Barshick got into paper-flower making when she did her own wedding.  That eventually led to opening her own business inside the 5th Street Arcades in 2013.Barshick says the process can take up to 30 minutes per flower, but the result is stunning.  The shop has just about every flower you can imagine having for a multitude of occasions.Not only can you make your own bouquet in the store, Barshick also takes custom orders. But flowers aren't the only items you can pick up at Love, Anji.  There's a large array of handcrafted cards, stationary, and Cleveland mementos for purchase.If you're someone who wants a Mother's Day floral gift to last a little longer, or you have allergies to certain bloomers, this is a good fit for you.**For a sneak peek at Love, Anji, watch our Facebook Live!**For much more about Love, Anji Paper Florist, click here.Look for our hashtag on social media: #HiddenGemsCLE.  Do you know of one in Cleveland? Send ideas to lbuckingham@f... http://fox8.com/2018/03/20/hidden-gems-in-the-cle-love-anji-paper-florist-makes-a-colorful-gift-last/

Edward Hubbard Stewart - The Star Democrat

Stewart, who pastored Methodist Churches in the Havre de Grace and Ellicott City area. Ed was predeceased by his sister, Linda Stewart Eklof.Ed was born in Baltimore on May 26, 1914. He attended Ohio Wesleyan University and transferred to the Westminster Choir College in Princeton, NJ. He earned a BA in Vocal Performance and a Master’s Degree in Musicology and Hymnology. He felt privileged to have sung in the Westminster Choir, touring with the New York Philharmonic and Philadelphia Orchestras led by prominent conductors of the time, including Arturo Toscanini and Leopold Stokowski. Ed also sang with the Westminster Choir during the recording sessions for the 1940 Disney movie “Fantasia.”During WWII, Ed worked as the director of music for churches in Philadelphia and Baltimore and served in the Coast Guard’s Chesapeake Bay patrol.In the 1950’s, Ed pursued a dual career in church music and home contracting in Florida. In the early 1960’s, when his marriage ended, he returned to Maryland, settling in Oxford. He continued his home building work and also his musical career, becoming the Director of Music for the newly formed Presbyterian Church, where he met and married Mary Trader Dyott, a member of the choir.After Mary’s passing in 2001, while living in Easton, he remained active in the church, was a member of the S... http://www.stardem.com/obituaries/edward-hubbard-stewart/article_da8e54da-1939-579f-b9c5-75bdc5e68906.html