MINT CONDITION

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WATERMELON MINT SALAD

What you need:

4 cups watermelon, cubed 1 1/2 cups strawberries 1 1/2 cup raspberries 1 1/2 cups cherries, pitted

Dressing: 2 tablespoons lime juice 1 1/2 teaspoon lime zest 2 tablespoons agave syrup 1 tablespoon of fresh mint, chopped

Whisk dressing ingredients together. Place watermelon and berries in a large bowl and drizzle dressing over. Lightly toss and garnish with mint.

Everything is Mint

It’s summer and that means that fresh mint is abundant and ready to be incorporated into dishes and drinks alike. But, no matter how ambitious of a cook you may be, it seems like fresh mint seems to wilt before its essential oils are gobbled up. We have gathered a few recipes to help you along the way.

Tip: Trim the ends of mint stems and place them in a small glass of water . Place a plastic bag around the top of the leaves (like a tent). Store the mint in the refrigerator to extend its shelflife.

What you need:

Crushed ice 2 ounces bourbon 1/2 ounce mint simple syrup Fresh lemon juice Fresh mint, garnish

Mint Simple Syrup: 1 cup water 1 cup sugar 1 bunch fresh mint

To make the mint simple syrup, combine the water and sugar in a small saucepan and stir until sugar dissolves. Add the fresh mint, turn off heat and let steep for 15 minutes. Strain and chill.

Mix bourbon, mint simple syrup, lemon juice and serve over crushed ice. Garnish with fresh mint.

MINT JULEP

This summer cocktail combines mint-infused simple syrup, bourbon and fresh herbs. Great for outdoor summer gatherings, it’s a perfectly crafted cocktail.

Styled by TAYLOR BENNETT Photograph by KELLY MOORE CLARK

MINTY CUBES

Looking for an easy and creative way to use your garden mint? Prepare these tasty cubes and drop them in water, tea, or your favorite cocktail.

Styled by TAYLOR BENNETT Photograph by KELLY MOORE CLARK

Directions:

Wash mint and drop a leaf in each ice cube tray. Fill the trays and freeze until completely set. Pop out and store in a freezer bag. Enjoy!

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HUNTER SMITH SELLS RECREATIONAL AND investment land in Louisiana and Arkansas. Southern States Realty sold over $200 million dollars, 320 transactions and 24,500 acres sold company wide, Hunter Smith can help you find your next property. Take a look at these new listings and set up your personal tour of these properties today!

Ballard Bayou 146 is an affordable and accessible hunting/ recreational tract that also has cattle, row crop development and residential/commercial development opportunities. Located 19 miles south of Monroe and 12 miles north of Columbia and fronting US Hwy 165 for ½ mile, this tract is a perfect setup for a close to home hunting tract or family farm getaway. The tract consists of a 50% mature hardwood timber stand and 50% pasture, with roughly ½ mile of ballard Bayou running east to west across the northern boundary. In addition to Ballard Bayou, the tract also has 2-3 small ponds that are used for cattle operations but also could be enlarged to create a private trophy fishing lake. Ballard Bayou 146 is adjacent to a very large hardwood timber complex to the west and high quality row crop land to the north and south. This balance of Hardwood and Row Crop will provide the new owner a great opportunity to harvest quality deer year in and year out. The pasture could easily be turned into row crop as well.

Catahoula 195 is a well-developed, affordable, and proven deer and duck hunting tract located in Catahoula Parish, being just 10 minutes northwest of Jonesville, 2 hours northwest of Baton Rouge, 45 minutes west of Natchez, MS, and 70 miles southeast of Monroe. The Catahoula National Wildlife Refuge borders the tract on the west side providing thousands of acres of quality deer and wildlife habitat and the tract is in the direct waterfowl flight line of Catahoula Lake and the famed Honey Brake Lodge. The property has great access from State Hwy 126 and has a 2-acre established campsite with utilities in place (electricity and water well). The property will come with 4-5 deer stands and feeders. The majority of the tract is comprised of a 15-16 year old hardwood stand which is now producing acorns providing ample natural food for the deer. Also, there are two established wetland/duck holes which can be controlled with existing control structures and water well. The duck holes have also been used to produce income from crawfish farming in the wetland feature. The property has produced and held quality deer in the 140” range while also providing solid duck hunting. The property is enrolled in a conservation easement that is managed by Mississippi River Trust. If you are looking for a quality deer and duck combo tract with income possibilities, established campsite and great access, then the Catahoula 195 is the tract you are looking for.

Spring Creek 95 is a premier North Lincoln Parish tract with excellent residential development opportunity. The property is located on Hwy 544 between Ruston and Simsboro. The newly gated entrance to the property is off of Hwy 544 approximately 5 miles northwest of the newly constructed Tarbutton interchange on Interstate 20 and approximately 10 minutes from Ruston. The tract is a good mix of mature hardwoods and a young mix species timber that provides a blank canvas for the buyer looking to develop a premier country estate or the residential developer looking for a quality property to build a high-quality residential development. The property has multiple creeks and drains through it that provide the new owner the perfect opportunity to construct multiple water features. Also, the property has beautiful changes in topography that Lincoln Parish is known for. Spring Creek 95 is also a great tract to be developed into a top-notch recreational tract that includes deer hunting, small game hunting, and opportunity for ATV and horseback riding. Lincoln Parish land doesn’t last long, so don’t miss your opportunity on the Spring Creek 95.

Welcome to the Walnut 170, located in Union Parish, being 30 minutes NE of Ruston on State Hwy 15 halfway between Lake D’arbonne and West Monroe, LA. Walnut 170 is comprised of mainly 15 year old pine plantation that has recently been thinned which has opened up the tract for great hunting opportunities of whitetail deer and eastern turkey. The property also has multiple hardwood draws with some small live water creeks which also provide ample diverse habitat for wildlife on the tract. The highly managed timber stand is set for its second thinning within the next 5 years so the new owner can expect a solid return on their investment very quickly. This tract sets up perfectly for a hunting tract, a country estate, timber investment and/ or residential development possibilities. If you are looking for a solid timber investment with good hunting opportunities and with lots of upside, then the Walnut 170 is your tract.

To set up your property tour today, please call Hunter Smith, Realtree Landpro at 318-245-6965 or email hunter@hunterenergycorp. com.

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Kim’s Floor Decor Helps Every Step of the Way

KIM’S FLOOR DECOR IS CONVENIENTLY LOCATED IN West Monroe and is locally owned and operated by Manny Hernandez and his wife Melissa. They offer a variety of options for your next home flooring project. With a showroom stocked full of the many options and brands of flooring, you are sure to find what you are looking for. Kim’s has been in business for over 17 years and has the best installation prices anywhere in our area. With the talented team of designers, they pride themselves on making their customers satisfied throughout the whole process of design. They give credit to their fabulous team who make everything seamless. Lucy the dog will greet you at the door on any given day and the team of granite installers are the best in the Twin Cities. Sales executive, Chris, can be found answering phone calls, getting quotes out to customers and everything in between. In house designer Donna Tremaine will work one-on-one with you in finding your style of design.

Picking out flooring can be a daunting task. There are many materials to choose from and each type has a huge variety of options to go along with it. Also, depending on the room and the flow of traffic, there are a variety of considerations to think about. The team at Kim’s Floor Decor is here to help and make choosing and installing flooring as easy as possible. We offer a large variety of choices such as, vinyl plank, hardwood, tile and carpet. We also offer installation of granite in kitchens, baths and other areas. If you are remodeling or building, stop by and let our team guide you through the process of designing your space.

If you’re looking for beautiful, durable flooring options that also offer tons of benefits, stop by the showroom for different choices worth considering. We suggest considering floors that are also incredibly resistant to scratches and stains, this makes it the perfect choice for busy families or people who care about their belongings

Kim’s Floor Decor is the perfect place to start your search! We offer a wide variety of tile flooring options that is sure to suit your style and budget. Plus, our team of experts can help you choose the perfect flooring for your home and install it quickly and easily.

Our team prides themselves on helping you find the perfect trending floors for your home. We will incorporate the latest industry trends and your preferences together to give you a home that best represents your personality.

If you are looking for a professional flooring company, then you need to give us a call at 318.323.0646 and our experts will help you out in no time. Schedule a free consultation today and see how Kim’s Floor Decor can help you create the home of your dreams!

From start to finish, the team of professionals are with you every step of the way. Here are a few tips on how we will assist our clients with the selections that fit your personal style.

CHOOSE YOUR PRODUCTS

Select your flooring prior to the measurement to ensure a quicker quote turnaround time. Samples are available in our showroom.

SCHEDULE YOUR MEASUREMENT

Schedule an in-home appointment for one of our professional installers to measure your space and assess your flooring needs.

GET YOUR QUOTE

When your measurement is complete, we will follow up with a quote. It will include product and labor along with financing options to fit your budget. We will be sure to answer any questions you have.

HAVE IT INSTALLED

Once the installation is complete, your installer will clean up, review manufacturer care and maintenance instructions with you and ensure you’re 100% satisfied.

Apart from flooring, the team at Kim’s Floor Decor also specializes in custom countertops, backsplashes for kitchen and bathrooms, shower walls, tub decks and more. Stop by the showroom in West Monroe to see the impressive selection of in stock materials and flooring. We have the best prices in town by far. The team at Kim’s Floor Decor would like to Thank You for voting them best in flooring and countertops in the 2022 Bayou Buzz Awards. They are very grateful for their customers who have supported their business for so many years.

Stop by Kim’s Floor Decor at 1309 Glenwood Dr, West Monroe or call (318) 323-0646 to schedule a private appointment. The team at Kim’s Floor Decor is here to help you every step of the way.