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A healthy start to the new year Ascension Parish Library in Gonzales is partnering with St. Elizabeth Hospital for an eight-week course called Operation Change 4 Life. Seminars and physical activities are slated for Mondays beginning Jan. 11 through March 7 from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., excluding Jan. 18. Participants will receive support and motivation from the pros as well as education on healthy living strategies to cultivate positive health choices through lifestyle and behavior change. Call (225) 621-2906 to register or for information.

Panel recommends rezoning request BY ELLYN COUVILLION

ecouvillion@theadvocate.com GONZALES — The Gonzales Planning and Zoning Commission is recommending the city give the thumbs-up to a rezoning request for a downtown business expansion, as well as approve the site plan for a subdivision in Edenborne — contingent, however, on necessary water and traffic infrastructure being completed first. Brian Marchand, owner of Marchand’s Interior and Hardware, spoke to the commission at its meeting Monday about plans to expand the familyowned store by more than 8,000

square feet. The store opened in 1949 on North Alexander Avenue in the oldest part of Gonzales. “I’m hoping the finished project looks like one entity” that retains the residential look of the original store, Marchand said. “I think the project would improve not only our property, but the city block,” he said. Marchand said the project would tie in well with the city’s new master plan that calls for a renewed downtown area. “We’re interested in downtown and I feel this would be a small step, a positive step to revitalize downtown,” he said.

The existing Marchand’s store is zoned commercial retail, and Marchand is asking that adjacent property owned by the company be rezoned from business to retail commercial, as well, for the expansion. The Planning and Zoning Commission voted to recommend the rezoning to the City Council, which meets next on Jan. 14. The commission also heard from Deric Murphy, president of Quality Engineering and Surveying, who spoke on behalf of Level Homes of Baton Rouge. The company hopes to build a 350-home subdivision in the

Edenborne development off La. 44 south of Interstate 10. The city has been waiting on a number of infrastructure items from the developers of Edenborne, including construction of a four-lane boulevard through the community as well as water line work. On Monday, City Engineer Jackie Baumann told the Planning Commission that the attorney for the city and the attorney for the development have agreed that, if site plans for the subdivision are approved by the City Council, the developers will complete the necessary infrastructure before any construction permits are issued.

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4-H kicks off 2016

Ascension Parish 4-H is diving into 2016 with a number of events this month. JAN. 14: Annual pet show open to all Ascension Parish 4-H members, Lamar Dixon 4-H Building; registration at 5:30 p.m., show begins at 6 p.m. Main categories are cats, dogs and other pets; all categories have subcategories such as longest tail and brightest color; each category has a best-dressed competition. Entry fee is $1. Concession stand benefits Ascension Parish 4-H Livestock Club. JAN. 15: Annual Stick Horse Rodeo, Lamar Dixon 4-H Building; registration at 6 p.m., show begins at 6:30 p.m. Open to all youth 11 years old and younger; classes are Buckin’ Horse, Buckin’ Bull, Flag Race and Barrel Racing. Stick horse rodeo entry fee is $5. JAN. 16: Annual Livestock Show, Lamar Dixon 4-H Building and Arena; show begins at 8 a.m. Cattle, sheep, goats, swine, rabbits and poultry exhibited. Open to the public for spectating. Call the Ascension 4-H office at (225) 621-5799

Crocheting at the library

“Knot Again: Let’s Make a Bag!” will be held for three consecutive Thursdays beginning Jan. 14 at 6 p.m. at the Donaldsonville Branch of Ascension Parish Library. Whether experienced or a newcomer, participants will learn single- and doublecrochet techniques and how to work with granny squares and borders to design and create your own granny square bag. Registration is required; call (225) 473-8052.

‘Hairspray’ hits the stage

East Ascension High School’s theater department is staging “Hairspray Jr.” at 7 p.m. through Friday at the Ascension Community Theatre, 823 N. Felicity Ave., Gonzales. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased by emailing Cherie.Levert@apsb.org or calling (225) 621-2400. Contact Darlene Denstorff by phone, (225) 336-6952 or (225) 603-1996; fax, (225) 644-5851; or email, ascension@theadvocate.com or ddenstorff@theadvocate. com. Deadline: noon Monday.

Edenborne is home to River Parishes Community College. On Monday, Chancellor Dale Doty urged the commissioners to approve the subdivision. “I am completely in favor of what they’re proposing to do here,” Doty said, particularly in light of the agreement over needed infrastructure in the development. “If those things are going to be done, this is going to be a very beneficial project,” he said of the subdivision. The Planning Commission voted to recommend the council approve the site plan, contingent on the infrastructure requirements being completed.

School Board elects Russo as president Panel introduces director of secondary education BY ELLYN COUVILLION

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New Ascension Parish President Kenny Matassa, seated left, and his wife, Selma Matassa, second from left, watch as Ascension Parish Court Judge Marilyn Lambert, far left, swears in the 11-member Ascension Parish Council, right, with three new members, at the courthouse in Donaldsonville.

Matassa takes helm as parish’s 4th president Advocate staff report Ascension Parish President Kenny Matassa promised Monday to bring transparency, unified government and “servant leadership” as chief executive of the fast-growing parish. With wife, Selma, and their family, along with former Gov. Edwin Edwards, U.S. Rep. Garret Graves, R-Baton Rouge, and a host of Ascension’s political elite watching in a packed Parish Courthouse in Donaldsonville, Matassa took the oath of office from state District Judge Tess Percy Stromberg. The 11 members of the Parish Council, including three new members — Bill Dawson, Aaron Lawler and John Cagnolatti — also were sworn in Monday, by Ascension Parish Court Judge Marilyn Lambert. Matassa, a five-term Gonzales City Council member who stepped down from that post Monday, defeated Gonzales surveyor Clint Cointment by 117 votes in the Nov. 21 runoff to replace four-term parish President Tommy Martinez. Matassa also was the top vote-getter of a five-man field in the Oct. 24 primary race. Matassa is only the fourth person to be elected parish president in Ascension. Martinez served as parish president from 1992-96, 1996-2000, 2008-12 and 2012-16, the first three terms as a Democrat and the fourth as “other party.” Ronnie Hughes served as a Republican parish president from 200408, and Harold Marchand was elected parish president as a Democrat, serving from 2000-04.

Newly sworn in Ascension Parish President Kenny Matassa gets a hug from his sister, Anne Matassa Reeves, as his father, Joseph Matassa Jr., right, watches after the ceremony.

ABOVE: Matassa addresses the crowd prior to being sworn in at the Parish Courthouse. LEFT: Donaldsonville Mayor Leroy J. Sullivan Sr. welcomes everyone prior to the swearing-in ceremonies.

DONALDSONVILLE — At its first meeting of the new year, there were changes of the guard on both the Ascension Parish school district’s board and administration. Patricia “Pat” Russo was elected president of the board, after she got a nomination and a second from board members Troy Gautreau and Shawn Sevario, respectively. No other nominations were made. “We will continue to work as a team, along with Ms. Pujol and her staff,” said Russo, referring to schools Superintendent Patrice Pujol. Russo, in her 18th year as a School Board member, represents District 7B, which includes parts of Gonzales and the Dutchtown community. Following protocol, outgoing board President Lorraine Wimberly and Russo traded places at Tuesday’s meeting, and Russo presided over the remainder of the meeting. Taft Kleinpeter, who represents District 5B, which includes the Galvez and Prairieville areas, will serve as vice president of the board for the second consecutive year, being the only nominee for the office. He was nominated by Shawn Sevario, and the nomination got a second from Louis Lambert. It was announced Tuesday that David Alexander, the school system’s director of secondary education, is retiring to take the position of director of education and training at Pelican Chapter Associated Builders and Contractors in Baton Rouge. Pujol commended him for his 20 years in education in Ascension Parish and noted that Alexander had been instrumental in creating a partnership between the school district and the Pelican Chapter ABC to train high school students in industrial crafts. The new director of secondary education is Lisa Bacala, who has served as supervisor of secondary education for 10 years. “It’s an amazing opportunity to do what I love,” Bacala said of the new appointment.


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community Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank to distribute commodities at Lamar-Dixon Expo Center in Gonzales. Future distribution dates will The Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank, in conjunction with the As- be held on the second Tuesday of cension Parish Health Unit, will each quarter in Donaldsonville distribute commodities from 8 and the second Wednesday of a.m. to noon Tuesday at the Lem- each quarter in Gonzales. Food for Families, a Catholic man Center in Donaldsonville and 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Wednesday Charities organization, will disAdvocate staff report

tribute food from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Tuesday in Donaldsonville and 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Wednesday in Gonzales. Future Food for Families distribution dates will be held on the second Tuesday of each month in Donaldsonville and the second Wednesday of each month in

Gonzales. New applications will be taken at that time. The commodities program makes donated foods available to emergency feeding organizations that provide food staples to qualified individuals and families to relieve situations of emergency distress, a news release said.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR THURSDAY

LIBRARY BOOK CLUB: Noon to 1 p.m., Ascension Parish Library Donaldsonville branch, 500 Mississippi St. Also at 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Ascension Parish Library Gonzales branch, Galvez, 40300 La. 42, Prairieville, and Dutchtown, 13278 La. 73, Geismar.

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Recycling Road Show canceled due to lack of participation Advocate staff report Ascension Parish government officials have canceled its Recycling Road Show program due to a lack of participation. However, officials announced Monday that the parish’s Recycling Center drop-off location at the Department of Public Works will continue operation. The Recycling Road Show be-

gan at the Prairieville Wal-Mart as a monthly drop-off location for household recyclable materials about five years ago, said Don Hysell, parish environmental manager. Hysell said residents brought their recyclables on the first Saturday of each month. “We were collecting four to five tons of recyclables once a month, but that slowly dwindled down so we changed the pick-

up schedule to once every other month,” Hysell said. “With all of the recycling services now being offered by private contractors, our numbers have been less than a ton every other month.” Hysell said the parish will continue the Recycling Center dropoff location at the Department of Public Works, 42077 Churchpoint Road, Gonzales. The Recycling Center is located just west

of DPW’s main building. The center is open from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. The center accepts cardboard boxes, newspapers, magazines, plastic bottles, aluminum cans and paperback books. For more information about the Department of Public Works Recycling Center, call Hysell at (225) 450-1308.

Roddy Road, Prairieville, bond revocation, misdemeanor theft, criminal trespass/trespassing of real property.

court, two counts misdemeanor theft, simple criminal damage to property. NICHOLAS, NATALIE C.: 18, 42156 Sand Stone Ave., Prairieville, prohibited acts/drug paraphernalia, possession of marijuana, or synthetic cannabinoids, sale, distribution, or possession of legend drug without prescription. OVANTE, LINDA S.: 20, 615 N. Pleasant St., Gonzales, principals, possession of heroin, prohibited acts/drug paraphernalia, possession of marijuana, or synthetic cannabinoids, sale, distribution, or possession of legend drug without prescription. STEPHENS, BRYAN S.: 36, 13050 Dutchtown Lakes Drive, Geismar, in for court, criminal trespass/all other offenses.

SESAME STREET!: 11 a.m. to noon, Ascension Parish Library Gonzales branch.

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JOB SEARCHING ON THE INTERNET: 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Ascension Parish Library Gonzales branch.

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OPERATION CHANGE: 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., Ascension Parish Library Gonzales branch INTRODUCTION TO BLOGGER: 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., Ascension Parish Library Gonzales branch PAJAMA STORYTIME: 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Ascension Parish

Library Dutchtown and Donaldsonville branch.

WEDNESDAY MOTHER GOOSE ASKS “WHY?”: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Ascension Parish Library Dutchtown branch.

JAN. 14 INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT POWERPOINT 2013: 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Ascension Parish Library Gonzales branch. KNOT AGAIN! LET’S MAKE A BAG: 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Ascension Parish Library Donaldsonville branch. PAJAMA STORYTIME: 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Ascension Parish Library Gonzales and Galvez branch. ANNUAL 4-H PET: 5:30 p.m., Lamar-Dixon Expo Center 4-H Building. Main categories are cats, dogs and other pets; all categories have sub-categories and a best dressed competition. Entry fee is $1. Concession stand benefits Ascension Parish 4-H Livestock Club.

ASCENSION PARISH POLICE BOOKINGS The following people were booked into the Ascension Parish prison from Dec. 24-31:

Dec. 24

AGUILAR, JOSE ELIZAR: 27, 985 Monet Drive, Baton Rouge, driving on roadway laned for traffic, security required, expired motor vehicle insurance, possession of alcoholic beverages in motor vehicles, driver must be licensed, operating a vehicle while intoxicated. AVON, STEVEN L.: 45, 1180 Wind Drive, Fordoche, reckless operation, operating a vehicle while intoxicated. CASTILLE, BRYCE J.: 28, 45034 Reeves Road, A, Prairieville, fugitive-other Louisiana jurisdiction, prohibited acts/drug paraphernalia, possession of marijuana, or synthetic cannabinoids, telephone communications/ improper language/harassment, domestic abuse battery. CLARK, JAVELL C.: 18, 507 Assumption St., Napoleonville, felony simple criminal damage to property. CLARK, JAVON R.: 19, 507 Assumption St., Napoleonville, felony simple criminal damage to property . COOLEY, JONI: 39, 11191 River Highlands Drive, St. Amant, failure to appear in court, misdemeanor theft. GABRIEL, COBY G.: 17, 14425 Stonegate Manor Drive, Gonzales, disturbing the peace/ language/disorderly conduct, resisting an officer by violence, resistance, or opposition, felony battery of a police officer, injury medical attention. NORWOOD, RONDY JAMES: 44, 4627 Tigerland Ave., Baton Rouge, parole violation, fugitiveother Louisiana jurisdiction. THOMAS, JASON P.: 35, 13202 George Rouyea Road, Gonzales, domestic abuse aggravated assault, second-degree battery.

Dec. 25

ALSAY, PATRICK: 38, 1020 Peytavin St., Donaldsonville, possession of a schedule I controlled dangerous substance, contraband defined, certain activities regarding contraband in penal institutions prohibited, failure to appear in court, unauthorized entry of an inhabited dwelling. COVINGTON, MELANY: 18, 12359 Oak Brook Drive, Geismar, misdemeanor simple criminal damage to property, simple battery. ESCAMILLA, MYAVA: 38, 43064 N. Lanoux Road, Gonzales, fugitive — other state jurisdiction. FONTENOT, KRISTY DAWN: 30, 18119 Diez Road, Prairieville, three counts failure to appear in court. JARREAU, CORY L.: 35, 13234 High Meadow Drive, Gonzales, domestic abuse battery. PAILLE, KYLE G.: 19, 16114 Bluff Road, Prairieville, resisting an officer, disturbing the peace/ violent and tumultuous manner/ disorderly conduct, misdemeanor simple criminal damage to property, simple assault, simple battery. WASCOM, CODY DUANE: 28, 1334 S. Shirley Ave., Gonzales, resisting an officer, unauthorized entry of an inhabited dwelling, domestic abuse battery. WILLIAMS, DONALD RAY: 42, 213 W. Sycamore St., Gonzales, domestic abuse battery.

peace/drunkenness. CHATMAN, MITCHELL TRIEMAINE: 33, 900 Oak St., Donaldsonville, simple battery, failure to appear in court, in for court, in for court, resisting an officer, two counts possession of schedule II controlled dangerous substance, felony battery of a police officer; injury medical attention, distribution/possession with the intent to distribute schedule II controlled dangerous substance, resisting a police officer with force or violence, domestic abuse battery. CLARKE, LARRY NILES: 25, 2419 Blue St., Vacherie, felony theft. DAVIS, QUINCY JARRELL: 30, 107 Greenbriar St., Belle Rose, failure to appear in court, fugitive-other Louisiana jurisdiction, speeding. DUFRESNE, STEPHEN: 17, 18979 Old Ferry Road, Maurepas, prohibited acts/drug paraphernalia, possession of a schedule I controlled dangerous substance. GAUTREAU, DANA R.: 34, 16459 Majestic Oak, Prairieville, unauthorized use of a motor vehicle. HARRIS, LAKEISHA: 31, 324 La. 998, Belle Rose, theft. MARCHAND, JOHNNY A., JR.: 46, 38077 La. 621, Gonzales, domestic abuse battery. SANDERS, DEVONTA RYHEME: 22, 134 Evangeline Drive, 11, Donaldsonville, three counts failure to appear in court, ran stop sign, driver must be licensed. SANDERS, MICHAEL JOSEPH: 34, 18338 Eldon St., Prairieville, domestic abuse battery. WILLIAMS JR., DAVID: 39, 165 Freetown Lane, Belle Rose, misdemeanor theft. WINCHESTER, BRANDON: 28, 6110 Majestic Lane, Gonzales, fugitive — other Louisiana jurisdiction.

Dec. 27

DAVIS, JAMIRYKA C.: 20, 3361 Toulon Drive, Baton Rouge, felony illegal possession of stolen things. FORNAH, CHASITY A.: 21, 120 St. Louis, Houma, driving on roadway laned for traffic, speeding, prohibited acts/drug paraphernalia, possession of marijuana, or synthetic cannabinoids, felony illegal possession of stolen things. NELSON, JAMES L.: 34, 16487 Chris Road, Prairieville, failure to appear in court, fugitive-other Louisiana jurisdiction, possession of heroin, careless operation, misdemeanor operating a vehicle while intoxicated. RODDY, RAY A.: 63, 17394 Valmon

Dec. 28

BREWSTER, RANDALL: 22, 11430 Beco Road, St. Amant, failure to appear in court, possession of heroin. DOIRON, CHRISTOPHER PAUL: 32, 7450 Vincent Road, Denham Springs, failure to appear in court, misdemeanor theft. GAUDIN, SHANE PAUL, SR.: 43, 13212 George Rouyea, Gonzales, failure to appear — bench warrant, domestic abuse battery. PLEASANT, JERMAINE CHRISTOPHER: 33, 703 Lanest, Donaldsonville, two counts failure to appear in court, misdemeanor simple criminal damage to property, simple burglary/all others. RENO, JAMIE LAMAR: 37, 434 S. U.S. 61, Gonzales, simple burglary of an inhabited dwelling. ROUSSEL, SCOTT: 30, 42245 Moody Dixon Road, Prairieville, two counts failure to appear in court, criminal trespass/all other offenses, resisting an officer by violence, resistance, or opposition. SHORTY, KEVIN J.: 47, 2824 S. Burnside Ave., Gonzales, misdemeanor theft.

Dec. 29

BELL, CARL M.: 52, 35194 Julien Lane, Donaldsonville, failure to appear in court. CLAUSE, TROY ANTHONY: 47, 117 N. 13th St., Thibodaux, felony home improvement fraud. COPPONEX, DAVID: 43, 42161 Gemstone Drive, Prairieville, telephone communications/improper language/harassment. FALCON, APRYL NICHOLE: 34, 6579 Clark Plantation Drive, Gonzales, failure to appear in court. FOSTER, BRANDON MICHAEL: 31, 15284 Henderson Bayou Road, Gonzales, prohibited acts/drug paraphernalia, possession of marijuana, or synthetic cannabinoids, domestic abuse battery. FRANCOIS, DEVANTE ORMOND: 19, 2341 Hebert Drive, Laplace, possession of Schedule IV controlled dangerous substance, felony illegal carrying of weapons, felony theft. GAUDIN, CHRISTIAN: 41, 13232 George Rouyea Road, Gonzales, two counts failure to appear in court, domestic abuse battery. HENRY, COURTNEY MAURICE: 28, 722 Saint Vincent St., Donaldsonville, failure to appear in

Dec. 30

BATEMAN, DANIEL: 38, 13407 Roddy Road, Gonzales, violations of protective orders. BELL, JAMES EZEFF: 33, 202 Hood St., Donaldsonville, misdemeanor simple criminal damage to property, misdemeanor theft. BUREAU, RICKY: 31, 38466 La. 42, Prairieville, reckless operation, resisting an officer, no motor vehicle insurance, flight from an officer. EALOUIS, JUNIOR: 35, 15155 Braud Road, Prairieville, misdemeanor theft of goods, possession of schedule II controlled dangerous substance. ELLEDGE, DONNA: 21, 11702 Paris St., Gonzales, improper lane usage, possession of heroin. KIRKLAND, ERIC J.: 26, 8227 Cottonwood St., Sorrento, misdemeanor theft, failure to appear in court, fugitive-other Louisiana jurisdiction. QUINNEY, DEBRA D.: 49, 5216 Dauphine St., Alexandria, transfer and possession of stolen vehicles. SIMONEAUX, WILLIAM JOSEPH: 37, 39513 Rue Royale, Prairieville, possession of firearm by person convicted of certain felonies, felony aggravated assault with a firearm, false imprisonment, domestic abuse battery. WILSON, TONYA: 33, 15288 Roy Rogers Road, Prairieville, five counts failure to appear in court, two counts fugitive — other Louisiana jurisdiction, possession of marijuana, or synthetic cannabinoids, resisting an officer.

Dec. 31

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ANDERSON, CLARENCE: 24, 12033 Roddy Road, Gonzales, failure to appear in court, disturbing the

CORRECTION In a Dec. 31 story about renaming St. Amant Park, The Ascension Advocate incorrectly said Roger J. Clouatre was an Army and Air Force veteran. He was an Army veteran. In addition, the story said Spencer Clouatre is a captain. He is a lieutenant colonel. The Advocate regrets the errors.

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Bureau St., Sorrento, failure to appear in court bond revocation, disturbing the peace/language/ disorderly conduct. BRAUD, JONATHAN TYLER: 33, 13042 L. Landry Road, Gonzales, speeding, disarming of a peace officer, resisting a police officer with force or violence, misdemeanor flight from an officer, criminal trespass/trespassing of real property, disturbing the peace/language/ disorderly conduct. BRISCOE, KERINGTON J.: 20, 11090 N. Bayou View Drive, Gonzales, failure to appear in court, fugitive — other Louisiana jurisdiction, prohibited acts/drug paraphernalia, distribution/ possession with the intent to distribute marijuana, or synthetic cannabinoids. DOUGLAS, CHASE: 21, 519 E. Rome St., Gonzales, failure to appear in court, possession of firearm by person convicted of certain felonies, prohibited acts/ drug paraphernalia, illegal possession of stolen firearms, felony illegal carry of weapons;crime or controlled dangerous substance, two counts distribution/possession with the intent to distribute heroin. ELAM, MARCUS J.: 22, 4112 Mulatto Bend Road, Port Allen, fugitive — other Louisiana jurisdiction. EVANS, JOHN ROSCO: 26, 40509 Barden, Gonzales, misdemeanor simple criminal damage to property, misdemeanor theft. KYZAR, MATTHEW J.: 28, 8032 Misty Oaks St., Baker, violations of protective orders, in for court. MUTHANA, RASHAD TONY: 29,

32 W. Tenth St., Donaldsonville, second-degree murder/attempt, illegal use of weapons or dangerous instrumentalities. NADEAU, SARAH: 23, 10314 La. 431, St. Amant, prohibited acts/ drug paraphernalia, possession of a Schedule I controlled dangerous substance, distribution/ possession with the intent to distribute Schedule I controlled dangerous substance, principals, sale, distribution, or possession of legend drug without prescription. RANDAZZO, JEREMY JOSEPH: 24, 40055 Coontrap Road, Gonzales, two counts failure to appear in court, possession of heroin, prohibited acts/drug paraphernalia, possession of a schedule IV controlled dangerous substance, distribution/possession with the intent to distribute heroin. RICE, TYLER C.: 25, 10314 La. 431, St. Amant, prohibited acts/drug paraphernalia, sale, distribution, or possession of legend drug without prescription, distribution/possession with the intent to distribute heroin, principals, possession of heroin. SCOTT JR., RICHARD: 50, 1220 N. Willow St., Gonzales, aggravated battery, telephone communications/improper language/harassment, disturbing the peace, misdemeanor theft, aggravated criminal damage to property, felony aggravated assault with a firearm, fugitive — other Louisiana jurisdiction, misdemeanor theft of goods. THOMAS, BRENTON TAYLOR: 18, 3039 Mt. Olive Church Road, Donaldsonville, theft, felony theft.

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The Galvez-Lake Volunteer Fire Department and Christmas Crusade for Children wrapped up another successful year in December. The Galvez-Lake communities donated canned goods and pantry items to benefit the adopted families of the 2015 Christmas Crusade.

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Shell sponsors Louisiana Energy Workshop

Caryn Turrel, second from right, of the National Energy Education Development Project, goes over the agenda for the Louisiana Energy Workshop, a free, daylong professional development seminar for area fourth- through 12th-grade science and math teachers on Dec. 15 at the Holiday Inn Express, Gonzales. The workshop, sponsored by Shell, provided instruction in the science of energy and covered subjects ranging from energy sources and conservation, to petroleum/natural gas exploration, production and conversion to products used every day by consumers.

Toys donated by the GalvezLake communities for the families of the Christmas Crusade for Children are gathered for sorting.

Junior firefighters and volunteers with the Galvez-Lake Volunteer Fire Department assisting with the 2015 Christmas Crusade include, from left, Tristan Pertuit, Jordan Decou, Dylan Perry, Mackenzie Naquin, Jessica Brandt, Michelle Brown and Angelica Bordelon.

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Christmas cards for veterans Bo James plays Santa Claus and Dawn Colon portrays Mrs. Claus for the Galvez-Lake Volunteer Fire Department.

Ascension Republican Women members, from left, Nicole Palmer, JoAnn Tubre, Sharon LeBlanc, Elizabeth Harris and Linda Reboul address Christmas cards bound for the Southeast Louisiana War Veterans Home in December. Project chairwoman Karen Long delivered more than 150 cards addressed by ARW members.

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Lt. Darryl Smith, third from left, holds a hand-crafted cross presented to the Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office by an anonymous motorist. Joining Smith are, from left, Major Ward Webb, Sheriff Jeff Wiley, Sgt. Jared Mullins, Lt. Col. Bobby Webre and Col. Paul Robert.

Resident turns tables, stops lawman for gift Advocate staff report An anonymous motorist turned the tables on an Ascension Parish lieutenant when the resident stopped the lawman during Christmas week to present him with a special gift. Lt. Darryl Smith was patrolling on Dec. 2 when he was stopped by a motorist who said he had a gift for the Sheriff’s Office, Allison Hudson, Sheriff’s Office spokeswoman, said. The meeting took place in front of Ascension Baptist Church, she said. The man told Smith he wanted to remain anonymous but he felt it was important, in light of recent events surrounding law enforcement officers, to thank area lawmen for their service. The man wanted Sheriff Jeff Wiley and the APSO family to know that he prays for the officers daily, she said. He presented Smith with a hand-crafted cross. While Smith was still in his presence, he asked if he could pray for him and the entire department, and the two men prayed together, she said. “This wonderful addition to our family will be hung at our substation on Airline Highway, where deputies frequent on a daily basis in between calls for This hand-crafted cross was presented to the Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office. service,� Hudson said.

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The Gonzales Garden Club met at the club president’s home to celebrate Christmas on Dec. 9. Members donated canned goods to a local food pantry, enjoyed a potluck lunch and exchanged garden gifts. Pictured are, seated from left, Loretta Ramirez, Myra Mire, Shirley Lyons and Lorraine Gautreau; and standing, Priscilla Monson, Conchita Richey, Donna Reynaud, Kat Hightower, Jamie Trisler, Marilyn Rice, Pat Mouton, Janis D’Benedetto, Rita Bourque, Janis Poche, Mabel Savoy, Cathy Venable, Marilyn Oubre, Mary Pohlig and Barbara McCormick. Not pictured is club photographer Ellen Richmond.

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Holding a $50,000 check from PotashCorp, of Geismar, to the Fellowship Center Food Pantry, from left, are Fellowship Center Director Tracie Roper and Fellowship Center board members Delores Acosta and Elizabeth Sessions. Also pictured, from far left, are PotashCorp board members Jennifer Ecker and Adeline Guedry, human resources specialist Misty Bonfanti, board members Losi Achord and Ina Rae Carpenter, human resources manager Garry Hiebert, board member Mary Savoy, maintenance manager Josh Higginbotham, accounting manager Michelle Polito and board members Rachel Lato, Billie Delaune and Martha Aprague. The funds will be used for food coolers and setting up a new food pantry service center. PotashCorp is a subsidiary of PCS Nitrogen Fertilizer LP.

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Chopped steak with gravy, mashed potatoes, Southern green beans, whole-wheat bread, margarine, pears. PILATES: 8:15 a.m. and 9:15 a.m., Gonzales Senior Center. PIYO: 9 a.m., Donaldsonville Senior Center. ZUMBA GOLD: 10:30 a.m., Gonzales. CAJUN NEEDLERS: 12:30 p.m., Gonzales.

FRIDAY

Tuna salad sandwich or turkey and cheese sandwich on wholewheat bread, old-fashioned vegetable soup, winter blend vegetables, peach crisp. MUSIC HOUR WITH FRANKIE AUCOIN: 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., Gonzales. SCRAP-BOOKING: 9 a.m., Gonzales. ZUMBA GOLD: 9 a.m., Donaldsonville. CANASTA: 11:30 a.m., Gonzales.

MONDAY

Chili with beans, steamed spinach, corn, saltines, orange, margarine. BEADING CLUB: 9 a.m., Gonzales and 10:30 a.m., Donaldsonville. FAST EXERCISE: 9:30 a.m., Donaldsonville and 10:45 a.m., Gonzales. BOURRÉ CARD GROUP: 10:30 a.m., Donaldsonville. NUTRITION UPDATE: 10:30 a.m., Gonzales. Lisa Weber, of Southern Ag Center, to talk.

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Hamburger on a bun, lettuce/ tomato/pickle, mayo/mustard, baked beans, sunrise gelatin. YOGA: 8:15 a.m. and 9:15 a.m., Gonzales. COUPON SWAP: 9 a.m., Gonzales. ZUMBA GOLD: 9 a.m., Donaldsonville and 10:30 a.m., Gonzales. LOUISIANA RELAY HEARING SERVICES: 9:30 a.m., Gonzales. BRIDGE: 11:30 a.m., Gonzales.

WEDNESDAY

Birthday special: chicken and sausage gumbo with rice, okra and tomatoes, potato salad, saltines, cake. CRAFTS: 9:30 a.m., Gonzales. FAST EXERCISE: 9:30 a.m., Donaldsonville and 10:45 a.m., Gonzales. BINGO: 10 a.m., Donaldsonville. Sponsored by Canon Hospice.

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Meatball hoagie with Creole sauce, buttered cabbage, mixed vegetables, apple. PILATES: 8:15 a.m. and 9:15 a.m., Gonzales. PIYO: 9 a.m., Donaldsonville. ZUMBA GOLD: 10:30 a.m., Gon-

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Students at Central Middle School in Gonzales recently were rewarded for their achievements in the Accelerated Reader program. Students who reached all three of their AR goals for the first semester were entered into a drawing for a cash and prize giveaway, with 13 students earning prizes ranging from $100 in cash to $10 gift cards. Central Middle School’s library thanked Braud Company Welding Supplies for a donation to the program. Pictured are, sitting from left, Ashleigh Alexander, Dylan Ledet, Ryleigh Cotton, Kelsey Robillard and Ann Nguyen; and standing, Evan Kern, Luis Perez, Nathaniel Naquin, Eric Alvarez, Jared Cassard, Peyton Wagner and Nicholas Hite. Not pictured is Hannah Shupe.

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A bench for buddies

Lake Elementary School in St. Amant now has a ‘buddy bench.’ When a student is lonely or upset at recess, he or she sits on the buddy bench. All other students are trained to know that when they see someone on the bench, it means that they need a buddy. Sitting on the bench are Collin Templet, left, and Cooper Templet, whose grandfather, Larry Templet, donated time and materials and built the bench. Standing behind the bench, from left, are Dayton Bush, Eugenie Bass, Gracie Fontenot, Toby Templet, Landon Plauche and Kenley Lambert, members of the ‘Buddy Bunch,’ a group created by Toby Templet to promote positive relationships school-wide.

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St.Amant FFA receives donation

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PCS Nitrogen recently donated $5,000 to the St. Amant FFA, allowing the chapter to conduct several large-scale community events and activities to support students directly. FFA members visited the PCS Nitrogen site this summer and met with representatives to discuss details of the chapter’s operations and partnership benefits. Pictured, from left, are Vice President Katie Costanza, President Megan Bordelon, adviser Mandy DeLaune and Misty Bonfati, of PCS Nitrogen.

ABOVE: Over the holidays, local Cub Scout Pack 942 sang Christmas carols and delivered cards and cookies to the residents of Magnolia Assisted Living in Gonzales. RIGHT: Local Cub Scout Pack 942, including members, from left, Chris Landry, Josh McConnel and David Lloyd, participated in the opening ceremonies for the R+L Carriers New Orleans Bowl Game on Dec. 19. Other Scouts in attendance included Andrew Rocha, Hayden Edmonds, Michael Colligan, Alex Guillot, Nigel Gibson, Will Arnold, Ethan Froisy, Luke Guillot, Alex Andry, Will Burgett, Steven Allen, Nigel Gibson and Hunter Turner.

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Anthony "A.C." Cargo departed this life on Dec. 26, 2015, at Ochsner Medical Center, New Orleans. He was 26, a native and resident of Napoleonville. ArMelishia L. Johnson was born rangements by Williams & Southall Funeral Home, 5414 La. on February 1, 1938 and was 1, Napoleonville, (985) 369- called home to rest on Monday night Dec 28, 2015. Melishia 7231. leaves to cherish her memory (7) seven siblings Audrey M Lewis, Sorrento, LA McKinley Lewis (Stella), Joe (Eula) Lewis, Celestine, Claudia Andrew (Shirley W.) Lewis, Lionel (Shirley H.) Lewis all of GonJohnson zales, LA; Roseanna Lewis, Theresa L. Paul both of Sorrento, LA; and a son Dwayne A. (Catherine N.) Wilson of Baton Rouge, LA. Hambricks Family Mortuary, Inc. in charge of the arrangements.

Haley "Momma" Williams departed this life on Dec. 25, 2015, at Thibodaux Regional Medical Center, Thibodaux. She was 76, a native and resident of Napoleonville. Arrangements by Williams & Southall Funeral Home, 5414 La. 1, Napoleonville, (985) 369-7231. To sign guest book or offer condolences, visit our website at www.williamsand southallfuneralhome.com.

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Beth Cooper was the featured guest poet at a recent Poetry Slam at Dutchtown High School.

Dutchtown High School hosts youth poetry slam BY WHITNEY CHRISTY

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ments into positive, Cooper recited an “eraser� poem, which is the recreating of a new poem from already written words and comments. By eliminating many of the hurtful words, she created a motivational piece to encourage students to have pride in their own appearances. Recent Dutchtown graduate and former slam poet, Chole Bourgeois, attests to the benefits that the writing program has offered her. “It is absolutely wonderful for students to build confidence, meet new people and break out of their shell,� she said. Students joining the Spoken Word Club are given the opportunity to improve their writing skills by participating in workshops, organizers said. “Empson tries everything in her power to make sure we have the tools we need to become better writers, better poets,� Bourgeois said. Senior Ameris Wilson, the host of the evening and member of the poetry club, believes in the strength of the program and is proud to be involved in something that can continue to thrive at the school. “Slam poetry has really opened me up, and I think it can help those that are more introverted, like myself, reach out and become a part of something,� Wilson said. Students interested in joining the program can visit Forward Arts of Baton Rouge’s website at forwardarts.org. Poets may get the chance to compete at All-City, a regional competition held in Baton Rouge composed of poets from local high schools. Individual winners at All-City will progress to compete on HBO’s yearly special Brave New Voices, that features youth poets from across the country.

Poetry was the point of a recent poetry slam event at Dutchtown High School. The Dec. 11 event was facilitated by the school’s Spoken Word Club, created by English teacher Tamara Fuchs Empson and sponsored by the Forward Arts program and The Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge. Slam poetry is a form of competitive performance poetry where people read aloud poems without props, costumes or music. After performing, they receive scores between zero and 10 from randomly selected judges. The highest and lowest numbers are thrown out, which provides the poet with a possible score of 0-30 points. Those immersed in the poetry scene often encourage each other to remember that “the points are not the point, poetry is the pointâ€? and to “applaud the poet, not the points.â€? Several students performed with either memorized poems or poems read aloud from phones, most of which depicted current events or their own personal stories. Christina Robertson won with 29.6 points. Area poetry events often features workshops and special performances by local and nationally recognized competitive slam poets, such as Donney Rose and Chancellor “Xeroâ€? Skidmore who has represented Baton Rouge at the National Poetry Slam from 2000 to 2010. Beth Cooper was the featured poet for the Dutchtown slam. Cooper has performed at Women of the World in New York and Southern Fried Poetry, which is held in Atlanta. Cooper’s writings focus on body positivity, feminism and self-worth. ä ON THE INTERNET: Turning the negative com- www.forwardarts.org

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Wilma passed away 6:15PM on December 30, 2015 at her residence in St. Amant. She is survived by her husband of 71 years, Emile Medine Jr.; 3 daughters and son in law: Linda M Medine, Debra Dickens, Kathey Tilghman and husband Charles Ray; 2 sons and daughter in law: Chris G. Medine and wife Dominica, Johnny J. Medine; son in law: Evans Bernadas; and 2 sisters: Ella Guilfou and Mary Lovell. Ourso Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements.

Guillot, Shirley Marie Messina, Mary

Shirley Marie Guillot was born July 5, 1933 in Paincourtville, La. She passed away on December 29, 2015 at Heritage Manor Nursing Home in Napoleonville, La. She was lovingly nicknamed, Chick. She loved with all her heart and devoted her life to the care of her mother and father, siblings, nieces, and nephews. Her innocent, gentle smile will always be in our hearts. She is survived by her siblings and their spouses, Lorraine and Philip Rodrigue, Rita and Pete Charlet, Tommy and Jane Guillot, Danny and Alma Guillot, Irene and Greg Watson, Ricky and Robin Guillot. Arrangements were by Ourso Funeral Home in Donaldsonville.

Mary Messina, age 97, passed away at 9:00 a.m. on Christmas Day, 2015, at Ascension Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Gonzales, LA. A resident and native of Sunshine, LA. Survived by numerous nieces and nephews; nephew and caregiver, Edgar J. Crochet. Ascension Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

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A native and resident of St. James. He passed away at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Gonzales at 11:15 p.m., Wednesday, December 23, 2015. He was 63. Survived by his wife, Monica Skidmore Scott Rodrigue. His mother, Elvina Spencer Rodrigue. Daughters: Calsha and Kayla Scott, Alvenia and Danielle Rodrigue, Gaynell Nelson and Jaynell (Kirk) Nelson-Hayes. Sons: Marvin and Stanley (Heidi) Rodrigue, Jr., Andrew, Craig and Dekoven Scott. Sisters: Ann Governor, Paula and Ericka Rodrigue. Brothers: Netter Rodrigue, Jr., and Stephen and Jeffery Rodrigue. BrazierWatson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

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Medine, Wilma Claudia Johnson Celestine, 87, a resident of Donaldsonville, LA died December 26, 2015 at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center in Baton Rouge, LA. She was a retired assistant principal in Ascension Parish and a devout Catholic and choir member at St. Catherine of Sienna Roman Catholic Church in Donaldsonville, LA. Her retirement years were spent volunteering in numerous organizations along with traveling, reading, gardening, working crossword puzzles, playing the piano and spending time with family and friends. Claudia Johnson Celestine is survived by her sister, Edith Johnson of Lake Charles, Louisiana and loving relatives and friends. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Society of St. Joseph, S.S.J., 502 Vatican Drive, Donaldsonville, LA 70346.

at 11 am. Survived by one daughter, Quineshia "Co Co" Williams; parents, Marion Holmes Williams and Harold Williams; one brother and four sisters. Also survived by 2 grandchildren, paternal grandfather and a host of other relatives and friends. Arrangements by Williams & Southall Funeral Home, Napoleonville, La., (985) 369-7231.

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PLAYER’S CHOICE CHOICE PLAYERS Donaldsonville’s Stephen Sullivan picks LSU

Advocate selects All-Metro cross country teams The ladies from the Ascension Catholic Bulldogs cross country team dominated the Advocate’s All-Metro Team selections. Junior Breanna Bernard was the fourthplace finisher in the Class 1A competition with a time of 19:43.49 and placed seventh at the Metro meet with a time of 19:12.34. She was joined by teammate sophomore Stephanie Breaux. She repeated as the Class 1A champion, this time in 19:00.45, and was fifth at Metro in 19:01.18. Junior teammate Sophie Daigle finished fourth at the Metro meet in 18:55.41 and was third in Class 1A in 19:23.19. Haley Dupre’s season highlights included placing 14th at Metro in 20:03.06 and fifth in 1A in 20:31.98. Junior Tara Stunts, from the Dutchtown Griffins, rounded out the parish selections. Stunts placed 11th in Class 5A in 20:27.51 and also was 11th at Metro in 19:45.84 for the Griffins. Rocky Capello, head coach

After re-evaluating his choices, Donaldsonville Tigers’ star wide receiver Stephen Sullivan made a commitment to play for another Tiger team — the LSU Tigers. Sullivan declared his choice Dec. 26 during a news conference at the school that was attended by family, friends, coaches and teammates. LSU got its Christmas present a day late. A four-star recruit, the 6-foot-6, 230-pound Sullivan is listed as Louisiana’s No. 8 player in the Class of 2016 by 247 Sports. He is ranked 17th nationally among wide receivers and 101st overall. His decision was based on how it affected his family and where he’d ASCENSION fit in as a player, he said. ATHLETICS He hopes to join a very LYLE JOHNSON large stable of premier wide receivers from the past as well as present gridiron greats. Sullivan’s choice was not an easy one as he committed to LSU before his junior season. He pulled his commitment from the Tigers early last fall and relegated his final list to LSU, TCU and Mississippi State. Sullivan ended the 2015-2016 season catching 57 passes for 1,158 yards (20.3 per catch) and 10 touchdowns for the Class 3A Donaldsonville Tigers.

of the Bulldogs was selected as coach of the year. Capello’s Lady Bulldogs girls’ team hit on all cylinders again in 2015. Ascension Catholic won its second Class 1A state title in three seasons. The Bulldogs scored 26 points in the state meet and held four of the top five spots among the finishers. ACHS finished second to St. Joseph’s Academy at Metro with 72 points. The team had three runners in the top seven positions. The Dutchtown Griffins placed two runners on the All-Metro team. Junior Parker McBride led the way at Metro, finishing 13th in 16:26.62 and took 28th in Class 5A in 17:30.16. Teammate senior Ben Vasterling led the Griffins by placing fourth at Metro in 16:01.28 and 32nd in Class 5A in 17:32.01. Thomas Daigle, from the Ascension Catholic Bulldogs, made the Honorable Mention list. The teams were selected by area coaches.

RIGHT: Donaldsonville wide receiver Stephen Sullivan catches a pass during warm ups Nov. 5. Advocate file photo by BRIAN ROBERTS

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The Advocate selects All-Metro football teams Two area players were selected for the Advocate’s 5A-4A All-Metro football team on defense. Senior defensive back Coney Durr was chosen. The District 5-5A MVP led the Griffins defense with 55 tackles, 28 assists and 1 fumble recovery for a TD. Senior defensive back Johnny Baker, of the East Ascension Spartans, also made the list. The All-District 5-5A pick led the Spartans in the secondary with 29 tackles, 25 assists, 4 interceptions and 10 pass break-ups. On the offensive side of the ball, Briggs Bourgeois, of the St. Amant Gators, was chosen as a wide receiver and kicker. One of the area’s

top receivers all season, Bourgeois led the 5A Gators with 45 catches for 815 yards and 16 TDs. Bourgeois scored 158 points with 16 TDs and was the area’s most prolific kicker with 7 field goals — the longest being a 51-yarder. Senior offensive lineman Lloyd Cushenberry, of the Dutchtown Griffins, made the team. Cushenberry showed a lot of versatility as the 5A Griffins passed more often while maintaining their traditional running attack. In the 3A-2A-1A division, Sullivan, of the Donaldsonville Tigers, received the honor.

More than a handful of Ascension Parish volleyball players were selected to the Advocate’s All-Metro team in Divisions I and II. Junior Maggie Duplechein, from St. Amant, was selected to the team despite missing half the season because of injury. The Lady Gator finished the season with 240 kills, 167 digs and 226 assists. She was joined by her teammate senior Kourtney Gremillion. Besides being named All-District for the Division I, District 4 champions and signing on with the University of Louisiana at Lafayette Ragin’ Cajuns in softball, she compiled 565 assists, 312 kills and 277 digs for the season. Dutchtown’s Kristen Thompson, a junior, was selected as well to the First-team Division I, District 4 with a .321 hitting percentage, 473 kills, 87 blocks and 392 assists. Also on the list was junior Emily Venable, a setter who helped the Spartans reach the Division I regional’s with 708 assists, 316 digs and 87 aces. Receiving Honorable Mention were Jessie Watts, of East Ascension, and Taylor Tidwell, of St. Amant. In Divisions III and below, senior Michayla Spano, of the Ascension Catholic Bulldogs, was selected. Spano is a setter who earned All-District honors in Division V, District 3 and finished the season with 927 assists and 236 digs. Honorable Mention selections went to Grace Villa and teammate Rae’ Shaun Malancon, of the Ascension Catholic Bulldogs. The teams were selected by area coaches.

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Two families of deer making good use of the corn the feeder put on the ground.

A personal treat for me My passion for the outdoors is no secret, but this past Saturday, I was blessed with a very personal treat that included an invitation to deer hunt on a friend’s property in Angie near the Mississippi line. This invitation was actually made to my wife, Deborah, and it included me as well. We headed up La. 21 from Covington for the twohour ride to the 530-acre piece of property. This was our first time to this part of our state and the ride was enjoyable, to say the least. We were guests of Rick and Jeanine Kogler. They gave us a grand tour of the place and fed us lunch before we headed out to the stand for an afternoon hunt. The weather was pretty much perfect. Not too cold to be uncomfortable, sort of like the little bears’ porridge — just right. The box stand was near a feeder so our anticipation was high in our expectation

of seeing some deer and hopefully to get a shot. After about five minutes on the stand, a doe with her nearly grown yearling came out and began to nibble on the corn already on the ground. That activity went on for the next 2½ hours as we ended up seeing about 15 deer. Three were bucks but none of them were shooters, so we never got a shot. There were lots of really cool things about this trip, but the best part was the time in the stand with my wife. She has a love for the outdoors, and we got to spend some quality time in conversation as well as the excitement when another deer came out. This will be a hunting trip that I will never forget and hopefully repeat many times in the future. Lyle Johnson covers sports for The Ascension Advocate. He can be contacted at reelman@eatel.net or ascension@theadvocate.com.

Upward Soccer registration Ascension Advocate seeks sports news, photos from local teams continues at The Rock Church Advocate staff report By submitting photos to The Youth football, softball, base- advocate.com. Submit information within two Advocate, you agree that they ball, soccer and basketball teams

accepted. Players must be 5 years old before April 1, 2016. Register online at visitThe Rock Church, 42080 Churchpoint Road, in Gonza- therock.com or stop by the les, is accepting registration church between 9 a.m. and 5 for the 2016 Upward Soccer p.m. Monday through Saturday. season, which began Jan. 5. Call (225) 763-1860 for inPlayers from kindergarten through sixth-grade will be formation. Advocate staff report

The Ascension Advocate’s sports section welcomes submitted sports photos and sports news items from high school, middle school and recreation teams. Items for The Ascension Advocate’s sports pages must be received by 9 a.m. the Monday preceding the run date.

are encouraged to submit schedules, team contact information, team photos and scores. High-resolution, color, digital photos should be emailed to ascension@the advocate.com or sent via our Web-based system at http://sendphoto.the

weeks of an event. The date and place of the event and a contact name and phone number must be included. Photos should not include more than 15 people and will be used on a space-available basis. Everyone in the photograph must be identified.

can be published in any of The Advocate’s print or digital publications. For more information, call Community News Editor Darlene Denstorff at (225) 388-0215 or (225) 603-1998 or email ascension@theadvocate.com or ddenstorff@theadvocate.com.


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Caleb Ray Warner v. Tutorship, tutorship. Alise Renee Gros v. Tutorship, tutorship. Cooper Credit Corp. Inc v. John P. Masterson, promissory note. Neighbors Federal Credit Union v. Alisha York, executory judgment. Esplanade LLC v. Bi Quan dba You Jin dba Zheng Xiu Quin dba Liu Sushi Hibachi Kaminari, executory judgment. Jason Rutherford and Stacy Rutherford v. Ladylock Services LLC, Damond Cardell Spurlock and National Fire and Marine Insurance Co., damages. Gulfco of Louisiana LLC dba Tower Loan of Louisianaplace v. Tia L. Brackens aka Tia Brackens aka Tia Latussa Brackens, executory judgment. Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union v. Heather LeBlanc and John Terrell, promissory note. Efcu Financial Federal Credit Union Fka and E Federal Credit Union v. Mitchell Sharpley, promissory note. Jarrad Jones v. Travelers Prop Casualty Co. of America, S M Lawrence Co. Inc and John McBride, damages. Jose Guia, Smith Yariana Hardy, Yariana Hardy Smith and Alicia Smith v. Stephan Riggs, Emr Trucking LLC and National Liability & Fire Insurance Co., damages. Credit Acceptance Corp. v. Layla Brignac and Joshua Foreman, executory judgment. Nationstar Mortgage LLC v. Shane T. Wells and Tillie M. Wells, executory process. Bank of America Na v. Norris Wassan aka Norris Thaddeus Wassan and Lynn Wassan, executory process. Jasmine Indv Bh Johnson v. Lindsey M. Holstein and Liberty Personal Insurance Co., damages. Glenda Duplessis and Harold Duplessis v. State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Com. and Haley M. Boudreaux, damages. Ernest L. Hebert Sr. v. Dr. Rao R. Narra and Srb Ascension Gonzales Rehab Hospital, medical review panel. Cavalry Spv I LLC Asssignee and Capital One Bank USA NA v. Jim C. Richardson, open account. Cavalry Spv I LLC Assignee and Capital One Bank USA NA v. Stephanie B. Gaspard, open account. Jefferson Capital Systems LLC v. Wesley Terril Reynolds, open account. Jefferson Capital Systems LLC v. Lois LeBlanc, open account. Bellsouth Telecommunication LLC dba At&t Louisiana v. Idim Construction LLC, damages. Shoreline Networks Inc v. Intelek Technology Solutions LLC and Larry Ncgai Wiltz, monies due. Jefferson Capital Systems LLC v. Patricia Lott, open account. Jeralyn M. Ducote and Roy J. Ducote v. Action Investment Group LLC, Rey Prado and Corey Templet, damages. Johnny D. (on behalf of a minor) Everett v. State Farm Fire and Casualty Co, James C. White and Goauto Insurance Co., damages. Jody Breaux Delaune v. Temperature Controls Inc, Brent Joseph Delaune and Kelly J. Breaux, injunction. Capital One National Associa-

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Co. v. Darla Bourgeois Nixon aka Darla B. Nixon aka Darla Nixon, executory process. Gretchen Stephens v. Stephen M. Butler and Liberty Mutual Insurance Co., damages. Princesa Day and David Day Jr. v. State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co. and Geico Casualty Co., damages. Kayla C. Adams v. Andrew Tyler Adams, separation. Synchrony Bank v. Amanda Templet, open account. Synchrony Bank v. Lori Halker, open account. Synchrony Bank v. Lori Halker, open account. Synchrony Bank v. Grace Scott, open account. Redemption Financial Serv LLC dba National Auto Acceptance v. Lance Louque, executory process. Marie Spano and Joseph Spano v. Shawn M. Funderburk and USAA Casualty Insurance Co., damages. Mary Laurent v. Wal Mart Stores Inc, Wal Mart Louisiana LLC dba Mart Wal, damages. Linda Riley Adm Day, Gros Linda Jean Borde Estate, Katie Gros and Randy Gros v. Louis J. Szivos and State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co, damages. Sellers Leiathan Delmore and Leiathan Delmore Sellers v. Roy Sellers, recover rent. Causin LLC dba Bayou Safety & Supply v. Tachel Lavalley, damages. State of Louisiana State v. Brandon Bulot, forfeiture/seizure. Senaida Villarreal aka Sandy Villarreal v. Goodwill Industries of Southeast La. and Hanover American Insurance Co., damages. Citimortgage Co. Inc v. Edward J. Scott, enforce mortgage. Neighbors Federal Credit Union v. Quenell Z. Douglas and Rene L. Douglas Sr., promissory note. American Express Centurion Bank v. John Kevin Martin, open account. Alicia Boudreaux v. Geico Casualty Co., Ty Champagne, Joseph A. Champagne and Mrs. Joseph A. Champagne, damages. Bank of New York Mellon Trust Co. Fka and Bank of New York Trust Co. Na v. Anthony T. Marshall, Tanya Marie Mitchell aka Tanya M. Marshall, executory process. Michelle Ashby v. Progressive Security Insurance Co, Progressive Paloverde Insurance Co., State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co., Glenn Bakers Heating Andair Cond Inc., Tyler Cole Moore and Tanya Hughes, damages. Louisiana State Of v. Vernon Therence, forfeiture/seizure. Regions Bank dba Regions Mortgage v. Carol T. Morris aka Carol Morris, Carol Tricon, John A. JR/ SUCC Morris, John Albert Morris Jr. and John Albert Morris, executory process. National Collegiate Student Loan Trust v. David J. Meche, promissory note. Fox Capital Group Inc. and Business Funding Fox v. Communities 101 Healthy, breach of contract. Robert T. D’Amico v. Liberty Mutual Fire Insurance Co., Issac Davis and Shelter Mutual Insurance Co., damages. Wells Fargo Bank NA v. Kelly M. Thigpen aka Kelly Thigpen, Chara Melancon Thigpen aka Chara M. Thigpen aka Chara Thigpen, executory process.

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Food safety seminar

Barbara Templet, a registered nurse and Louisiana child care health consultant, will present a two-hour food safety seminar at noon Tuesday at the Ascension Parish Library’s Gonzales branch, 708 S. Irma Blvd. Templet is certified with the state Department of Health and Hospitals. Day care center staff and child care providers will receive food safety certificates from the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals upon completion of the seminar. Call (225) 647-3955 for information or to register.

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DONALDSONVILLE — A group of local high school students officially began the second year of a reborn program that involves local youth in government. Returning and new members of the 2015-16 Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council took their oaths of office during the Aug. 11 City Council meeting. MYAC’s mission is to serve as advocates for local youth to city government, addressing issues that affect local youth while also offering a chance to learn volunteer, leadership and civic skills. “MYAC’s motto is ‘Young People Leading the Way to

a Better Tomorrow,’ ” said Tamiko Garrison, volunteer coordinator of the group. Garrison said the group was originally created in 1996, under then-Mayor Bernard J. Francis Sr., Garrison’s father. However, the group remained dormant until 2014, when current Mayor Leroy Sullivan Sr. and Garrison revived and restructured the program. MYAC’s makeup was increased from last year’s eight positions to 16 seats, eight sophomore or junior students each from Ascension Catholic High School and DonaldsonPhoto provided by TAMIKO GARR RISON ville High School, Garrison The Donaldsonville Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council includes, first row said, with each school allowed man, Jimmia Williams, from left, Jalon ChatC Kaitlyn Williams, Tamiko Stroud, Paige Joseph, Maerys Joseph and Lawrence Brown III; and second row, Whitney Eure, Catherine Eure, Kerrionne Brown, Da äSee YOUTH COUNCIL, page 3G Honora, Victoria arell Eure, Nina Smith and Whitney Baker.

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Open mic for teens

Talented teens are invited to open mic night at the Dutchtown Branch Library, 13278 La. 73, in Geismar from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday. Bring 10 minutes of material or two songs to perform in front of a crowd. No registration is required, but time is limited. Call (225) 673-8699 for information.

Loss and grief group

If you have experienced loss of any kind, there is a support group available to help you through the grieving process, facilitated by the Grief Recovery Center. The group meets every Thursday from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the Sister Linda Conference room at St. Elizabeth Hospital, 1125 La. 30, in Gonzales. There is no charge to attend. Registration is preferred; call (225) 621-2906.

Preteens and puberty

“Growing Up: Girls, A Class for Preteen Girls” will be held from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Saturday in the Sister Vernola Conference Room at St. Elizabeth Hospital. This class for girls ages 9 to 11 and their mothers will help girls understand the physical and emotional changes they will experience as they go through puberty. The fee is $15, and preregistration is required. Call (225) 621-2906.

Advocate staff photos by ANGELA MAJOR ABOVE: Hot air balloons begin to rise before the start of the 2014 Ascension Hot Air Balloon Dixon Expo Center. TOP: Student pilot Dylan Festival at the LamarHammond adds heat to a hot air balloon before the start of the festival.

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Planning is underway for Ascension Parish’s

fourth Hot Air Balloon Festival set for Sept. 25-26 at the Lamar-Dixon Expo Center. In addition to towering, colorful hot air

balloons, this year’s festival will feature more carnival rides, an expanded Children’s Village and a balloon photo booth. Parish President Tommy Martinez, the Ascension Parish Council, along with the

Ascension Festivals and Cultural Council Inc. said balloonists from around the country will

again descend upon the parish for the festival.

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Members of the Ascension Festivals and Cultural Council Inc. are shown at their weekly planning meeting on July 22 as they plan for this year’s activities for the 2015 Ascension Hot Air Balloon Festival to be held at Lamar-Dixon Expo Center in by businessman Brad Walker, but parish Gonzales on Sept. 25-26. Shown clockwise from left are Kemlyn Bailey-Lomas, Mark LaCour, Celeste Harris, government revamped the festival operations Wanda Martin, Gwen LeBlanc, Tracy Browning, Martin McConnell, John after two years. Connelly, Flo Magee, Audrey Boudreaux, Kim Braud, Desiree Daigle, Ken Firmin (along wall), Cody Melancon, Lee Anderson and Bobby Soileau. The committee also äSee BALLOON, page 3G includes Sherry Denig, Robert Ambeau and Lester Kenyon.

The first two hot air balloon festivals were organized by a nonprofit group headed

The Ascension Fund boarrd, sponsors and volunteers ma anaged to surprise teachers at 20 Ascension Parish schools wiith the news that they have rer ceived grant funds to suppo ort innovative and creative metthods of learning for students. The Ascension Fund, a no onprofit organization, awarde ed $50,500 in its latest round of competitive grants. A total of 41 grants werre recently awarded, includin ng eight School Impact Grants for $2,500 each and 33 Teache er Grants ranging between $50 00 and $1,000. “Here in Ascension, we ge et to count our blessings,” saiid Michael Buturla, Ascensio on Fund vice president. “We hav ve wonderful, talented teacherrs who are willing to go the ex xtra mile to enrich the learning experience for their studentss, and we have local businesses and individuals who appreciate e the value of our children’s edu ucation and are willing to invesst in them.” The Ascension Fund was established in 1991 as a projectt of the Rotary Club of Gonzaless. Original pledges of $800,000 0 were placed in an endowment,, the income that now pays forr the grants. The fund provided d its first grant in 1992 and since e then has given more 1,100 0 grants representing $1.3 mil-lion in awards to area public c schools and teachers. The Ascension Fund is guided by a board of directors, and the invested funds are overseen by the Baton Rouge Area Foundation. Serving on the board of directors are President Donald Songy, Vice President Michael Buturla, Secretary Lisa Philippe Dunigan, Treasurer Brad J. Walker, Leana Chatman, Sherrie Despino, Sally Diez, Malcolm J. Dugas Jr., Fritz Englade Sr., Sonny Graugnard, Amy HathornLambert, Martin McConnell, Dr. Cherron Philippe, Timothy E. Pujol, Paulette Rosamond, Glenda Shaheen, Beryl S. Smith, Peggy Walker and Buddy Wells. Grant awards included: APPLE DIGITAL ACADEMY: Sherice Palmer, $1,000 from the Randy J. Braud Memorial Endowment. CENTRAL PRIMARY: Erica Kraemer, $1,000 from the AllStar Ford/Lincoln Endowment; and äSee GRANTS, page 2G

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DONALDSONV ILLE — Once month, grandparen a their grandchildr ts raising en sit down share issues to others in the and strategies with same The Ascension situation. Counseling Center in Donaldsonv hosting the ille started three yearsGrandparents Café grandparent ago after several help dealing s started asking for grandchildr with helping their computer en with homework, issues and sure. peer presWanda August, a parent cilitator with faAscension Schools, Public said grandparen the idea for the came from, t support group Kathy Edmonston, another parent “Kathy was facilitator. ents strugglingseeing grandparwith the issues that come up when you’re parenting a younger generation, August said. ” The group on the third sessions are held Wednesday month at of each 419 Donaldsonv Memorial Drive in ille. “They get to meet with who are others in the same have the same boat experience,” and gust said. AuIn some cases, the grandparents are unexpectedl y thrust into a new role, and in other cases, the new child-rearin is temporary. g scenario “We offer share ideas them a safe place to August said. and experiences ,” The group sessions to some grandparen have led together outside the ts getting forming bonds meetings, and relationship that help with their s challenges, she said.

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Family owned machine shop that has immediate openings for machinist with manual and CNC experience. Great pay with benefits and a climate controlled facility. Please apply in person at: 16123 South Bud Broussard Road, Prairieville, LA 70769 NORTHSHORE OPPORTUNITY!! Southland Steel Fabricators Inc. Greensburg, LA has immediate openings for the following positions: Welders* Fitters* *Need experience in structural steel fabrication and flux core welding and must pass welding test CNC MACHINE OPERATORS MAINTENANCE CUSTODIAN* *Some Driving Required.

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1430 ACCOUNT UNDERWRITER Large local property and casualty insurance company accepting resumes for an Account Underwriter. Four (4) year business related college degree required. Minimum 3.0 GPA. Excellent benefits, including health, life, retirement, 401(K), cafteria plan, and alternate work hours. If qualified, send reume and college transcripts to: Human Resources Dept., P.O. Box 95005, Baton Rouge, LA 70895-9005. EOE AUTO APPRAISER Large local property and casualty insurance company accepting resumes for an Auto Appraiser to complete appraisals and prepare total loss evaluations in the Baton Rouge area. College degree or previous experience required. Good driving record required. Excellent benefits, including company car, health, life, retirement, 401(K), cafeteria plan, and alternate work hours. If qualified, send resume and college transcripts to: Human Resources Dept., P.O. Box 95005, Baton Rouge, LA 70895-9005. EOE POLICY ANALYST Large local property and casualty insurance company accepting resumes for a Policy Analyst. High school graduate with good data entry skills required. Excellent benefit including health, life, retirement, 401(K), caferteria plan, and alternative work hours. If qualified, send resume to: Human Resources Dept., P.O. Box 95005, Baton Rouge, LA 70895-9005. EOE

Certified Histo Tech (Full Time)

Large clinic in Baton Rouge is currently seeking a Histologist for our new Histology Laboratory. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years experience embedding, cutting, staining with small biopsies and other pertinent histology experience. Associates Degree or higher in a life science preferred but not required and must hold HT/HLT (ASCP) certification or eligible to sit for exam. Please send your resume along with salary requirements to Attn: Employment Coordinator, Fax 225-246-9105, or employment@ brclinic.com

The Baton Rouge Clinic

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Nursing Home is actively seeking: CNA’s 6a-6p Weekends 6p-6a Weekends and 2p-10p Monday-Friday LPN’s Full time 2p-10p Monday-Friday Treatment Nurse every other weekend and 6p-6a every other weekend Apply in person @ 11546 Florida Blvd. Caregivers Wanted!! www.thecareblog.com 225-771-8605 OB-GYN CLINIC NURSE NEEDED IMMEDIATELY for very busy practice. Full -time position with competitve salary and excellent benefits pakcage. Great work environment. Applicants must have valid nursing license & CPR certification. OB-GYN experience preferred. Must be a team player. Email resume to info@thewomensclinic.com

Gastroenterology Associates, LLC/Louisiana Endoscopy Center, the largest gastroenterology practice in the surrounding area is accepting resumes for the following position: • Director, Weight Management, Dietitian/Exercise Physiologist preferred • F/T Triage/ Hospital LPN/MA • P/T LPN -Endo • F/T Clinic CMA • F/T Centralized Scheduler/CMA • F/T Call Center Operator/Scheduler

Starting: $37,293/yr PLUS • built in overtime • prison assignment pay • meal allowance • night shift pay • paid leave & holidays • retirement package • AND MORE

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Competitive salary and an excellent benefit package including life, medical, dental, LTD, 401(k) and profit sharing plans. Qualified candidates may fax resume to 225706-1608 or email resume to hr@dhcla.com

HEALTH SOURCE ONE is seeking PCA’S & CNA’S for private duty services in home & hospitals. Exp. required. Please call 225293-7590. JEFFERSON MANOR 9919 Jefferson Hwy 225-293-1434 Landmark of Baton Rouge is accepting applications for: F/T LPN 2p-10p, F/T CNA’s 6a-2p and 2p-10p and F/T Activity Assistant. No Phone Calls. Apply within 9105 Oxford Place Dr. Lane Regional Medical Ctr EQUAL OPPTY EMPLOYER www.lanermc.org Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center, Now Hiring! www.marybird.org

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Large multi-specialty clinic in Baton Rouge seeks a highly qualified Medical Technologist to work as a generalist. Candidate must have necessary licensure. Hours are 9a-6pm. Please send your resume along with salary requirements to Attn: Employment Coordinator, Fax 225-246-9105, or employment@ brclinic.com

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Drywall Finishing 25 Yr. Exp. Drywall Finisher. Free est.! All types! No job too big! Lic. & Ins. 936-8410

Electrical Work Ray’s Electric Repairs Circuit breaker box install, repairs, etc. Reasonable rates. L&I. 225-284-5951 SIMPLE ELECTRIC. Prof. work. Lic/Ins/bond. 30+ yrs exp No job too sml/lrg. Call 225-921 2633

CALL CALVIN’S Lic. & Insured 225-752-5014 COLONIAL ELECTRIC Prefer Small Jobs Lic & Ins 225 715 3064 Metro Electrical New or Repair. Lic. & Ins. 225-774-7296 *225-270-0196

IRON FENCES, Gates & Rails. Licensed & Insured. Call 225 753 1217.

Firewood 1/8, 1/4, 1/2, & full chord available for pickup. River Rd/LSU area. 225-603-6818. FIREWOOD - All season Red Oak, Delivered or you pick up. 225-247-2719/774-3668 Seasoned Firewood For Sale 225-721-7134 Fire Wood For Sale $100 1/2 Cord 225-978-3058

DIRT, SAND & GRAVEL. Tractor avail. Lot grading, driveways form & finish, house pads. Swimming pool fill-in. Dave, 939 2192

BEAT ALL ESTIMATES we install laminate, ceramic, wood @ $1.50 sf *Carpet Carpentry/Paint. 272-7697

DIRT, BASIN SAND, Gravel, Tractor work available. 225 931-4468/225 262 0961

Doors *Doors &Door Hardware* Install & Repair. Insured Commercial/Residential Call Daniel, 225-436-2759.

THE HANDYMAN, all your home care needs avail. 24/7 James at 225-287-9499

Hauling WE PAY CASH 4 JUNK, WRECKED & RUNNING VEHICLES 225-715-4852 BIG CASH FOR JUNK CARS. FREE TOWING 225-302-6455

Home Improvement/ Remodeling Brother’s Construction. All Remodeling Needs. Lic. Insured. BBB. 225-335-3131

House Leveling AFFORDABLE FOUNDATION Repair. House leveling & lifting. Pier homes or slabs. Level mobile homes Fully insured. Call 225-343-0222

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DIRT, SAND, GRAVEL, Pine Mulch & Limestone. Evenly spread. Flwr. Bed Mix. Lot grading, mowing. 355-4051 anytime. H.C. Kinchen.

MATERIAL RESOURCES Crushed Asphalt rock $22.50/ton picked up. Can deliver. 225-267-6464

Handyman

Carpentry, Painting, Drywall Repair, Roof Repair & Washing, Tile, Plumbing. 23 years exp. 225-305-0585

Flooring

*THIBODEAUX FLOORING * Sand&Finish*Buff &Recoat Call 225-572-6622.

Gutters/Gutter Cleaning

225-755-8383

MRS. CLEAN MAID Serving the B.R. area since 1984. Lic., bonded & insured. Screened, trained, exp. maids. 225-664-9053 GUARANTEE GIRLS Locally owned & op 30 yrs. Ins./Bonded. 225-756-3900. KIM’S CLEANING At Your Request Res. & Comm. 225-963-6066

House Washing Ballard’s House Washing Since 1973, 15K + houses washed. Call 225-921-4101.

Land Clear/Dirt Construction-Land Clearing * Good Prices! 225-634-5818*225-939-3968 "WE DO IT ALL!" Complete Site Prep. Clearing & Clean Up. 413-8385

Landscaping

Magnolia Gutters & Sheet Metal. Free Est/35 Yrs exp. Lic/Ins. 6" continuous gutters. Awnings & chimney tops. 225-439-4410

Flowerbed Clean-up weeding, trimming, mulching. Lawn & Bed Maint. Sodding LIC#4188 INS. 225-755-9016 DASC. LAWN & MORE D Landscaping, remodels fencing. Lic./Ins. 276-9513

S & S GUTTERS. No job too small! Clean/repairs. Free Ests. 225-445-2752.

MARANATHA LANDSCAPE & HORTICULTURAL SERV. 30+yrs exp. 225-400-8697

Lawn-Yard Service

$$ Ever-So-Green LLC $$ We Do It All Winter Cleanup, Mow, Edge, Weedeat, Trim, Blow, Leaves Vacuumed, Cleanup Flower beds, Same day svc. 7 days/wks

225-590-2660

Bayou Lawn Service Free est. Fully insured. Call Mark or Peter 318-201-4714; 318-587-0306

I cut yards, do flower beds, rake & mulch leaves. Affordable! 225-266-1069

Painting/Papering BEAT ALL ESTIMATES Quality wrk ù 25yr. Int/Ext Paint carpentry, all flooring pressurewash 225-272-7697 LWP Painting Division. Int / Ext Specialists! Free Estimates! CALL 225-588-6642

JT’s PAINTING. Int/Exterior, Pressure wash & Sheetrock Repair. Lic. 225-236-2976.

Plumbing J’s PLUMBING. LMP#4979 24/7 Svc. Mention this ad& receive $25 off. 10+ yr exp www.jsplumbing.co*BBB accredited. 225-910-7715 CALL A RETIRED PLUMBER Free Est. Kit. & Bath Repairs, leaky faucets. Military Discount 225-753-3538/938-2487 NATHAN TODORA PLUMBFive Fold Maint., Sewer Repairs, Remodeling, Free Est. LMP #1310. 752-2819

CALL CALVIN’S Licensed/ Bonded/Insured LMP 1773. 752-5014 Tim’s Proficient Plumbing LM P 2233, all plmbg, gas, repairs. WH’s. 571-7853

Ponds FISH STOCKING Discount Prices * Free Del 1-800-362-3390 www.parkersfishfarm.com

Pressure Washing *Action Power Cleaning* Res./Comm. Lic./Ins. Homes, buildings, patios, driveways,sidewalks, windows,decks,mobile homes & more. Free Est. 223-3206

Property Management RE/MAX First Prop. Mgt-Sales-Leasing 291-1234 Sales, Prop. & Assoc. Mgt. Adam Campo Real Estate 225-295 3035

Resumes

PROFESSIONAL RESUMES Call 225-474-4923

Roofing Repair 34 YEARS LOCAL EXP. in built up & all types of shingle roofing. Same crew 20 yrs., hand nail. 5 yr. leak Free Warranty 225-383-3072 BEST PRICE ON ROOFING! GET A FREE ESTIMATE ! U will B glad you did. 27 yrs, loc. Any questions, Call Jimmy 225-975-1764. LEAKS STOPPED Any type Roof, Painting & Carpentry Wrk Over 40 yrs exp. FreeEsts. Jim 338-6809

A1 Professional Roofing Free Est. Lic. & Ins. 343-4251 a1proroofing@gmail.com A-TEAM ROOFING Lic. Leaks, Repairs/Reroofing. 225- 907-3489 Expert roofer METAL SHINGLE FLAT. Lic. Insured. Brother’s Const. New & Repair. 335-3131. METRO ROOFING & Repair. Lic. & Ins. FREE ESTIMATES 225-774-7296 * 225-270-0196 Stevenson Roofing * Specializing in Flats/ Shingles & Patch work. 225-620-1890 SUNRISE Roofing & Const. Lic. * Fully Insured * BBB Free est. 225-272-2181 BROTHER’S CONST. Lic. & Insured. BBB. Vinyl, Hardie Stucco. Free Est. 335-3131.

Tree Service NOTICE TO READERS Sec. 6:386.1. Large material to be removed by contractor. (City) (a) Any person, business or other entity engaged in business of tree service who in the course of business fells or trims any tree, shall be responsible for the removal of the tree and its components from the premises where the tree was felled, and shall not place the tree or its components or other large lumber refuse on any part of the premises or adjoining servitudes or rights-of-way for removal. (b) If the contractor fails or refuses to remove a felled tree and/or its components, the owner of the premise shall be responsible for removing the material in accordance with subsection (a), (c) Anyone violating the provisions of this section shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and subject to a fine of not more than five hundred dollars ($500.00) or six (6) months imprisonment or both. (Ord. No. 9838, & 1. 2-23-94)

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NOTICE TO READERS To the best of our knowledge, all ads under Tree Service in the Business Service Directory represent legitimate offerings by responsible contractors. However, The Advocate does recommend that readers exercise normal business caution in responding to ads, in particular where up-front money is requested. For license details visit www.ldaf.state.la.us SOUTHERN TREE Tree Removal, Stump Grinding, Trimming & Emergency Storm Work. Lic. Arborist 39yrs. exp. Free Est. Call 225-235-1743 ***A2Z TREE REMOVAL*** We make quality tree and stump removal affordable. 225-445-3723 AFFORDABLE TREE CARE LLC & Stump Grinding. Lic. & Insured. LDAF #159402. 225-964-0606*225-683-3481

Steve Robins Tree Serv. 50 Yr Exp * Lic. & Ins. Free Est- EBR. 225-925-0610

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Nurse Practitioner Baton Rouge/New Roads, LA

Internal Medicine practice specializing in providing primary care to residents in Long-Term Care facilities is looking for a Nurse Practitioner for 2-3 days a week for the New Roads area. Please contact: Scott Sansovich 1-800-979-9595 and/or send CV to: scott@general medicine.com

NURSE PRACTITIONER

Large multi-specialty clinic is currently seeking a fulltime Nurse Practi-tioner to provide general medical care and treat-ment to patients in a clinic setting. Individual will perform physical exams and preventive care within the guidelines and instructions prescribed by the Physician. Must have previous Nurse Practitioner experience. Current RN and NP license required. We offer a strong benefits package & salary is commensurate with experience. Please send your resume along with salary requirements to Attn: Employment Coordinator Fax 225-246-9105, or employment@ brclinic.com .

The Baton Rouge Clinic

7373 Perkins Road Baton Rouge, LA 70808

NURSE PRACTITIONERUrgent Care (PRN) The Baton Rouge Clinic Urgent Care clinic is seeking a PRN Nurse Practitioner to provide general medical care and treatment to patients in an urgent care setting. Individual must be available for both weekday and weekend shifts. Must have previous Nurse Practitioner experience. Current RN and NP license required. Please send your resume along with salary requirements to Attn: Employment Coordinator, Fax 225-246-9105, or employment@ brclinic.com

The Baton Rouge Clinic 7373 Perkins Road Baton Rouge, LA 70808 Oakwood Village is seeking CNAs w/ Alzheimer’s exp. Must be available to work wknds. Dependeable, motivated & compassionate only apply. App. & resumes accepted. M-F 9a-4p. 4400 McHugh Rd. Zachary.

We currently have career opportunities for CNA’s, LPN’s, and an Asst. Director of Nursing. CNA’s JOB SPECIFICATIONS Minimum Education High School or equivalent Certification/ Registration Nurse Aide certification LPN’s JOB SPECIFICATIONS Minimum Education Post High School Vocational/ Specialized Training Required Certification/ Registration Current Louisiana LPN license RN – Asst. Director Nursing JOB SPECIFICATIONS Minimum Education Diploma/ Associates Degree Required Certification/ Registration Current Louisiana RN license For more information and/or to apply online visit OLOLRMC.com/ GreatJobs select Baton Rouge Area, search keyword “Nursing” .

Social Worker

PRN Weekends & As Needed Woman’s Hospital is currently seeking a PRN Social Worker to provide social work services for patients and families as needed during the weekend shift. Requires Master’s degree from an accredited School of Social Work with LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) license preferred; LMSW (License Master’s degree Social Worker) license required. This position also requires a minimum of one year prior experience in a hospital or healthcare setting. Must have considerable knowledge of crisis counseling and support group facilitation in a hospital setting, and a good knowledge of community resources (including financial assistance programs) and the legal aspects of social service delivery. If interested, apply online: www.womans.org EOE

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Patient Placement Coordinator Utilization Review

Full-time & Part-time **now offering shift differentials** Woman’s Hospital is currently seeking a full-time & part-time Patient Placement Coordinator to serve as a single point of contact for direct admits and external facility transfers, allowing a standardized process for admission. Relays proper inpatient location to physician and patient prior to patient arrival, as well as completes level of care and status for all Assessment Center admissions, direct admissions and external facility transfers. Provides alternatives to admission when appropriate & resolves incorrect status or inappropriate admissions through discussions with admitting physician & physician advisor. Completes an initial discharge assessment and proactively identifies patients with discharge needs upon admission. Must be a RN with current LA licensure. Requires a minimum of three years prior experience in a clinical area preferably Antepartum, Obstetrical, Post Partal, NICU, and/ or MedSurgical, with at least two years of prior work experience in Utilization Review/ Case Management w/ emphasis on concurrent review process. If interested, apply Online: www.womans.org EOE

Physician Assistant (Full-Time) Physician Assistant needed in surgery de-partment to provide health care services to patients under direction and re-sponsibility of physician. Duties include examining patient and compiling medical data, ordering diagnostic tests, as well as injections, suturing, and wound care as delegated by physician. Must have current NCCPA certifica-tion and at least 1 year of experience working as a Physician Assistant. Please send your resume along with salary requirements to Attn: Employment Coordinator Fax 225-246-9105, or employment@ brclinic.com .

Ollie Steele Burden Manor and St Clare Manor Nursing Home are seeking new team members who have a passion for caring for the elderly.

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The Baton Rouge Clinic

7373 Perkins Road Baton Rouge, LA 70808 Pointe Coupee Healthcare Weekend LPN Position with Bonus Available Please email resume to: jtircuit@plantationmgt.com

Or apply in person at: 1820 False River Dr. New Roads, La. 70760 Phone : 225-638-4431 Pointe Coupee Heathcare Position Available Weekend RN’S Please send resume to:

JTircuit@plantationmgt.com

Or Apply in person at: 1820 False River Drive, New Roads, La.70760 PRIVATE DUTY NURSE AIDES needed for daytime hours & weekend work. Experience required. Call between 8a-3p, M-F. 225-767-0095

Respiratory Lab Coordinator Full-time Woman’s Hospital is currently seeking a Respiratory Lab Coordinator. The position is responsible for the Respiratory Special Lab Functions of Moderate Complexity according to the Joint Commission and Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) Quality Control Standards. Point of Care Testing, daily surveillance of all patient results and Quality Control, Proficiency Testing, Correlation Studies, Policy and Procedures, Data Management Systems, Staff Training and Competency Assurance, Materials Management & Inventory Control. Must be a graduate of an Accredited School of Respiratory Therapy; Certified or Registered by the National Board of Respiratory Care and currently Licensed with the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners. Must have excellent interpersonal skills and preferred knowledge of Joint Commission and Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) Quality Control Standards of Moderate Complexity Respiratory Lab, Point of Care & Proficiency Testing, Staff Training & Competencies Assurance, Data Management System, Materials Management & Inventory Control. If interested, apply Online: www.womans.org EOE St James Behavioral Health Hospital in Gonzales is seeking Full Time LPC Social Workers/ Mental Health Counselors Mental Health Experience required Competitive Salary Please forward resumes to hr@sjbhh.net or fax 225-644-7706

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RN Charge Nurse Weekend Days Shift 7a to 7p RN Charge Nurse Weekend Night Shift 7p to 7a LPN Treatment Nurse Every Other Weekend LPN Weekend Nights 7p to 7a Activity Assistant Tuesday Thru Saturday Please apply in person at 3888 North Boulevard or send resume to slalonde@ plantationmgt.com St James Place View available jobs at stjamesplace.hyrell.com St. Joseph Hospice, LLC Visit Our Website At www.StJosephHospice.com Surgical Specialty Center Of Baton Rouge, If you are passionate about making a difference in health care please visit SSCBR.com THE BATON ROUGE CLINIC JOB LINE 225-246-5627 EQUAL OPPTY EMPLOYER

The Care Center

Our mission is to work together with integrity, compassion and professionalism to provide excellent resident care. If you like a fast-paced environment, working with the best, come join our team. Great benefits and Pay. Current Openings are: Director of Nursing RN RN Supervisor Every Other Wkend Licensed Practical Nurse - M-F 3/11 shift C.N.A. full time 2/10 shift C.N.A. PRN shifts Please apply in person or email resume to: 11188 Florida Blvd. KTCHILTON@ PLANTATIONMGT.COM WOMAN’S HOSPITAL Visit us online www.womans.org

Office Clerical

1480 Accounts Payable Clerk Associated Grocers Match receiving documentation invoices to extended receivers and files. Enter invoices into Prompt. Must have knowledge of bookkeeping/accounting principles and 10-key by touch skills. Associate’s Degree or equivalent or 6 months exp. or training required. Competitive pay & benefits package. Apply online at www.agbr.com. ARTICULATE Professional needed to handle incoming calls. Spanish A+. Call 225-766-1111

CUSTOMER SERVICE

Dynamic growing local company needs Customer Service Representative with exceptional phone skills. Min. 50 wpm. Must be mature, detail oriented and enjoy working in a fast paced environment. MUST have an upbeat inviting voice on the phone. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY without this voice quality. Excellent permanent, long-term opportunity. Salary $30K-$35K depending on individual’s voice quality and other mentioned values and abilities. Excellent benefits: paid health ins., 401K, paid vacation and holidays. This is an opportunity to work with a group who truly enjoy working with each other and the work they perform. This group strongly believes in giving excellent customer service and adhering to the highest ethical standards. Forward resume to: Home360, Inc. general@home360.us

Growing CPA firm

seeks motivated individual for tax department. CPA and prior experience preferred by not required. Candidate must exhibit good communication and supervisory skills. Excellent opportunity for advancement. Compensation DOE. Send resumes to: careers@fw-cpa.com Jeffrey’s Collision Center is seeking an Exp. Collision Estimator. Contact Ray at: 225-243-5566. LA Relay: Communication, Bilingual-Span/Eng- Communication & Captioning Assts all shifts. 225-2914500 workforhamilton.com Legal Secretary / Paralegal for small defense firm. Minimum 2 years defense experience. Resumes will be kept confidential. legal manager1956@gmail.com LITIGATION PARALEGAL needed. 3 yrs. exp. req’d. Email: careers@bswllp.com LOUISIANA STAFFING 225-621-3212 225-621-3210 - FAX Snelling Personnel Serv Please see our job listing www.snelling.com/batonrouge

Professional/ Administrative

1520 BRCC www.mybrcc.edu 201 Community College Dr Baton Rouge, LA 70806 EARLY HEAD START PROGRAM DIRECTOR Within EHS & YWCA standards, manage program including 3 centers / 136 children & families. Provide oversight of program services, design & operations; personnel; finances; shared governance model; and community partnerships. Must meet licensing, EHS and physical requirements. Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related required; Master’s degree strongly preferred. Minimum 5 years experience managing early childhood center-based comprehensive program required. Must embrace working with people with diverse backgrounds,especially those in poverty, and agency’s efforts to eliminate racism and empower women. AA/EOE. Send resume to apply@ywca-br.org .

EATEL

www.eatel.com/jobs Employment opportunities w/City-Parish Government visit www.brgov.com H.S. SCIENCE TEACHER needed for 2nd semester. Biology 1, 2 & Chemistry 1. Send resume& transcripts: choots@centralprivate.org Injury Firm needs Legal Secretary/Paralegal. Min 15yr exp. dbosarge@locke meredith.com . Communications confidential.

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Immediate full-time opening for a Medical Case M a n a g e r to provide services focused on maintaining HIV-infected persons in primary medical care systems to improve health outcomes. Must have a Bachelor’s Degree (required) in social work or nursing, OR a Master’s Degree (preferred) in social work or nursing, OR one year of paid post-degree experience in direct service to the HIV population. Resume, references, and salary requirements designating RW0004A to mbeaman@haartinc.org Kenilworth Science and Technology School is looking for

MIDDLE SCHOOL TEACHERS

in the following areas. ∂ ELA Teacher ∂ Math Interventionist (Para) ∂ Reading Interventionist (Para) Qualifications: ∂ Bachelor’s degree in a related field (required) ∂ State teaching credential (required) ∂ Experience working in urban schools (pref’d)

Apply online at www.kenilworthschool.org -> Careers

PROCESS TECHNOLOGY INSTRUCTORS HIRING NOW! Remington College - Mobile Campus seeks motivated self-starters to teach students in our Process Technology degree program. Candidates must possess: * An associate’s degree or higher. * At least four years of experience in process control instrumentation/maintena nce. * Some teaching experience preferred. * Proficient in basic computer skills. * Strong customer service skills, public speaking ability, and detail orientation. We offer competitive compensation. Relocation assistance possible. Qualified applicants: Email résumé to stephen.backman@ remingtoncollege.edu. Equal Opportunity Employer. The Baton Rouge Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Board will accept applications for FIRE APPARATUS TECHNICIAN from DECEMBER 29, 2015 through FEBRUARY 12, 2016. Applications can be picked up at 1755 Florida Street, Room 118, Baton Rouge, LA 70802 or print from www.ose.sta te.la.us / Testing and Employment. QUALIFICATION Unless REQUIREMENTS: otherwise specified, all requirements must be met before admission to examination. The applicant must meet all requirements of the Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service LAw, including being a citizen of the United States. Before appointment, the applicant must pass a medical examination designed to show good health and the physical abilities necessary to perform the duties of the position. The applicant must not be less than eighteen (18) years of age, must have a high school diploma or a valid certificate of equivalency issued by a state department of education, must possess a valid driver’s license and possess a c ertificate to signify successful completion of courses in repair, rebuilding and maintenance of heavy equipment, diesel engines, hydraulic systems and water pumps OR have three (3) years combined experience in any of the above related fields. COPIES must accompany application : Proof of high school graduation or GED equivalency, birth certificate, driver’s license and certificate as specified above or three (3) years experience. Applications must be returned to the Baton Rouge Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Board, P.O. Box 1471, Baton Rouge, LA 70821 before close of business: 2/12/16. CONTACT PERSON: PENNY L. STOBAUGH 389-5449 BILLING ADDRESS: Municipal Fire & Police Civil Service Board P.O. Box 1471 Baton Rouge, LA 70821 Account # CITY019670 THE MNICIPAL FIRE AND POLICE CIVIL SERVICE BOARD IS ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR FIRE HAZARDOUS MATERIALS OFFICER from DECEMBER 29, 2015 through F E B R U A R Y 12, 2016. Receive an pplication from 1755 Florida Street, Room 118, Baton Rouge, LA 70802 or print from www.ose.state.la.us / Testing and Employment. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Unless otherwise specified, all requirements must be met by the filing deadline for admission to the examination. The applicant must meet all requirements of the Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Law including United States citizenship. Before appointment, the applicant must pass a medical exam designed to show good health and phyical abilities necessary to perform the duties of the position, must be at least eighteen (18) years of age, have a valid driver’s license, proof of high school graduation or equivalency and successfully completed training requirements to qualify for Firefighter I status. The applicant must have not less than three (3) years of fulltime, paid experience in fire suppression or in a combination of fire suppressiona and handling of hazardous materials. ATTACH COPIES : Valid Driver’s License; High School diploma, transcript, or GED; Birth Certificate; and Firefighter I certificate. Applications must be returned before close of business February 12, 2016 to Baton Rouge Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Board, P.O. Box 1471, Baton Rouge, LA 70821. CONTACT PERSON: PENNY STOBAUGH 389-5449 BILLING ADDRESS: Municipal Fire & Police Civil Service Bd. Penny Stobaugh, Secretary P.O. Box 1471 Baton Rouge, LA 70821 Account # CITY019670

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D F/T LINE COOK D Only experienced apply. Split shifts: 6a-2p & 11a-7p. Apply in person Oakwood Village Assisted Living, 4400 McHugh Rd., Zachary. Hampton Inn & Suites Port Allen hiring all positions. Apply in person. 11am-2pm Monday & Wednesday. L’Auberge Baton Rouge Now Hiring - To Apply www.pnkinc.com/career PT Front Desk Clerk, PT Suite Attendants, and FT Maintenance Tech with make ready experience needed. HVAC certification not required, but applicant must know how to paint. Only experienced individuals should apply. Applicants must pass a drug test and a background check. Apply in person at 5522 Corporate Blvd. NO PHONE CALLS. RUTH CHRIS Now Hiring FT Server Apply in person, 4836 Constitution Ave. Mon.-Fri.

02 Temp Farmworker Start date 03/01/2016 end 11/30/2016 Plant harvest rice soybean corn Apply fertilizer pesticide Minor maint on farm & equip irrigation cultivation Minor operation of farm equip Use hand tools Farm field sanitation duties Lift up to 50lb walk bend kneel handle materials for long periods. Once hired may require a random drug test at no cost to worker. $10.69 P/H 35 hrs P/W M-F some S/S Time may vary due to mechanical weather or avail of crop. Wrk done in inclement weather. Housing avail at no cost to wrker who cannot reasonably return to residence at end of each work day. Tools supplies & equip provided at no cost to wrker. Trans & subsistence expenses to wrk site provided/paid upon completion of 50% of wrk contract or earlier if appropriate 3/4 GUARANTEE specified in USDOL Reg. 20 CFR 655.122(i) JOB contract. Employer may give bonus/raise at his sole discretion based on performance or wrk history in addition to hrly wage. Contact Opelousas Career Solutions Center Paula Devalcourt 337-948-1330 REF: Job order # 589910 Job offered by Sun Group Investments LLC, Palmetto, LA 71358 02 temp farmworker Start date 03/01/2016 end 12/15/2016 Plant harvest corn soybean Apply fertilizer pesticide repair fences Remove debris weed mow grass irrigation cultivation duties Use hand tools Minor maint & operation of farm equip farm field sanitation duties 3 months experience required Lift up to 50lb walk bend kneel handle materials for long periods. Once hired may require a random drug test at no cost to worker. $10.69 P/H 35 hrs P/W M-F some S/S Time may vary due to mechanical weather or avail of crop. Wrk done in inclement weather. Housing avail at no cost to wrker who cannot reasonably return to residence at end of each work day. Tools supplies & equip provided at no cost to wrker. Trans & subsistence expenses to wrk site provided/paid upon completion of 50% of wrk contract or earlier if appropriate 3/4 GUARANTEE specified in USDOL Reg. 20 CFR 655.122(i) JOB contract. Employer may give bonus/ raise at his sole discretion based on performance or wrk history in addition to hrly wage. Contact Opelousas Career Solutions Center Paula Devalcourt 337-948-1330 REF: Job order # 589929 Job offered by Artall Farms LLC, Melville, LA 71353 04 Temp Farmworker Start Date 02/16/2016 end 10/30/2016 plant harvest various types of plants vegetables spray pull load unload use hand tools till soil weed prune apply pesticide fertilizer grade sort pack Work in nursery facilities Irrigation cultivation farm field sanitation duties Minor maint operation of farm equip Lift up to 50lb walk bend kneel handle materials for long periods. Once hired may require a random drug test at no cost to worker. $10.69 P/H 35 hrs P/W M-F some S/S Time may vary due to mechanical weather or avail of crop. Wrk done in inclement weather. Housing avail at no cost to wrker who cannot reasonably return to residence at end of each work day. Tools supplies & equip provided at no cost to wrker. Trans & subsistence expenses to wrk site provided/paid upon completion of 50% of wrk contract or earlier if appropriate 3/4 GUARANTEE specified in USDOL Reg. 20 CFR 655.122(i) JOB contract. Employer may give bonus/ raise at his sole discretion based on performance or wrk history in addition to hrly wage. Contact Red River Career Solutions Center Kevin McConathy 318-9329570 REF: Job order # 589081 Job offered by Anderson’s Produce & Plant Farm, Coushatta, LA 71019 04 Temp Farmworker Start date 03/01/2016 end 12/01/2016 Plant harvest corn soybean cotton Minor maint on farm & equip remove debris Use hand tools Apply fertilizer pesticide Irrigation cultivation load unload farm field sanitation duties Minor operation of farm equip Lift up to 50lb walk bend kneel handle materials for long periods. Once hired may require a random drug test at no cost to worker. $10.69 P/H 35 hrs P/W M-F some S/S Time may vary due to mechanical weather or avail of crop. Wrk done in inclement weather. Housing avail at no cost to wrker who cannot reasonably return to residence at end of each work day. Tools supplies & equip provided at no cost to wrker. Trans & subsistence expenses to wrk site provided/paid upon completion of 50% of wrk contract or earlier if appropriate 3/4 GUARANTEE specified in USDOL Reg. 20 CFR 655.122(i) JOB contract. Employer may give bonus/ raise at his sole discretion based on performance or wrk history in addition to hrly wage. Contact Concordia Career Solutions Center Becky Daye 318-757-9213 REF: Job order # 589931 Job offered by Fritz Island Farms, Vidalia, LA 71373 04 temp farmworker Start date 03/01/2016 end 12/31/2016 Plant harvest sugarcane rye grass apply fertilizer pesticides repair fences remove debris trash cut grass irrigation cultivation use hand tools Load Unload Farm field sanitation duties Minor maint operation of farm equip Lift up to 50lb walk bend kneel handle materials for long periods. Once hired may require a random drug test at no cost to worker. $10.69 P/H 35 hrs P/W M-F some S/S Time may vary due to mechanical weather or avail of crop. Wrk done in inclement weather. Housing avail at no cost to wrker who cannot reasonably return to residence at end of each work day. Tools supplies & equip provided at no cost to wrker. Trans & subsistence expenses to wrk site provided/ paid upon completion of 50% of wrk contract or earlier if appropriate 3/4 GUARANTEE specified in USDOL Reg. 20 CFR 655.122(i) JOB contract. Employer may give bonus/ raise at his sole discretion based on performance or wrk history in addition to hrly wage. Contact Iberville Career Solutions Center Lana Dalber 225-687-0969 REF: Job order # 589949 Job offered by M & W Farms Inc, Plaquemine, LA 70764

04 Temp Farmworker Start date 03/07/2016 end 12/15/2016 Plant harvest sugarcane beans rice Minor maint on farm & equip Use hand tools Apply fertilizer pesticides Mill bag rice stack bags on pallets clean maint rice bins storage facility Irrigation cultivation load unload farm field sanitation duties Minor operation of farm equip Lift up to 50lb walk bend kneel handle materials for long periods. Once hired may require a random drug test at no cost to worker. $10.69 P/H 35 hrs P/W M-F some S/S Time may vary due to mechanical weather or avail of crop. Wrk done in inclement weather. Housing avail at no cost to wrker who cannot reasonably return to residence at end of each work day. Tools supplies & equip provided at no cost to wrker. Trans & subsistence expenses to wrk site provided/paid upon completion of 50% of wrk contract or earlier if appropriate 3/4 GUARANTEE specified in USDOL Reg. 20 CFR 655.122(i) JOB contract. Employer may give bonus/ raise at his sole discretion based on performance or wrk history in addition to hrly wage. Contact Vermilion Career Solutions Center Linda Souther 337-8931986 REF: Job order # 590257 Job offered by Denais Farms, Acadian Rice Mill LLC, Rayne, LA 70578, Kaplan, LA 70548 06 Temp Farmworker Start Date 02/15/2016 end 11/15/2016 Plant harvest corn soybean cot/ton Apply fertilizer pesticide Minor /maint on farm & equip Minor operation of farm equip Use hand tools Irrigation cultivation Farm field sanitation duties Lift up to 50lb walk bend kneel handle materials for long periods. Once hired may require a random drug test at no cost to worker. $10.69 P/H 35 hrs P/W M-F some S/S Time may vary due to mechanical weather or avail of crop. Wrk done in inclement weather. Housing avail at no cost to wrker who cannot reasonably return to residence at end of each work day. Tools supplies & equip provided at no cost to wrker. 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Contact Madison Parish Career Solutions Center Janet Boyette 318-649-5395 REF: Job order # 588954 Job offered by River Road Ranch, Tallulah, LA 71284 06 Temp Farmworker Start Date 03/01/2016 end 08/01/2016 Harvest crawfish Prepare ponds Minor maint on farm equip levees fences remove debris brush mow grass dig ditches Use hand tools Cut up bait check re-bait repair traps grade clean ice sack Load unload farm field sanitation duties Minor operation of farm equip may wrk in crawfish processing plant Bag box clean wrk site steam room boiler attendant dock wrk dump sacks fill baskets troughs tables package peel prepare process refrig/freeze discard waste products seal use washing machine use vacuum pack machine wash/weigh Lift up to 50lb walk bend kneel handle materials for long periods. Once hired may require a random drug test at no cost to worker. $10.69 P/H 35 hrs P/W M-F some S/S Time may vary due to mechanical weather or avail of crop. Wrk done in inclement weather. Housing avail at no cost to wrker who cannot reasonably return to residence at end of each work day. Tools supplies & equip provided at no cost to wrker. Trans & subsistence expenses to wrk site provided/paid upon completion of 50% of wrk contract or earlier if appropriate3/4 GUARANTEE specified in USDOL Reg. 20 CFR 655.122(i) JOB contract. Employer may give bonus /raise at his sole discretion based on performance or wrk history in addition to hrly wage. Contact Natchitoches Career Solutions Center Kevin McConathy 318-357-3275 REF: Job order # 589943 Job offered by Louisiana Crawfish Co, Natchitoches, LA 71457 06 Temp Farmworker Start Date 03/01/2016 end 12/06/2016 Plant/harvest sugarcane soybean assist with cattle/livestock Clean maintain stalls pens farm area barns equip Use of hand tools Apply fertilizer pesticides repair fences Remove debris trees manure cut grass mulch Minor maint operation of farm equip Irrigation cultivation farm field sanitation duties Load unload trucks/trailers 3 months exper in job offered Lift up to 50lb walk bend kneel handle materials for long periods. Once hired may require a random drug test at no cost to worker. $10.69 P/H 35 hrs P/W M-F some S/S Time may vary due to mechanical weather or avail of crop. Wrk done in inclement weather. Housing avail at no cost to wrker who cannot reasonably return to residence at end of each work day. Tools supplies & equip provided at no cost to wrker. Trans & subsistence expenses to wrk site provided/paid upon completion of 50% of wrk contract or earlier if appropriate 3/4 GUARANTEE specified in USDOL Reg. 20 CFR 655.122(i) JOB contract. Employer may give bonus/ raise at his sole discretion based on performance or wrk history in addition to hrly wage. Contact Pointe Coupee Solutions Center Vickie Ambrose 225-6671874 REF: Job order # 589905 Job offered by Ricky Rivet Farms, Morganza, LA 70759 CROP FARM LABORER (2 temporary workers needed): Drive farm machinery and attached implements for agriculture crops and mechanical maintenance on farm equipment. 3 months experience required. $10.69/ hr with free housing, 40 hours per week from 03/01/16 thru 12/01/ 16 with 3/4 work period guaranteed. Tools/ equipment provided. Transportation & subsistence expenses to worksite provided at completion of 50% of work contract plus return transportation at completion of contract. Worksite: 1446 Hwy 64 West, Marion, AR. Employer: John P. Baioni Farms. 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07 Temp Farmworker Start date 03/06/2016 end 01/06/2017 Plant harvest sugarcane Apply fertilizer pesticide mulch cover repair fences dig ditches form rows cut grass remove debris trash use hand tools. Irrigation cultivation load unload farm field sanitation duties Minor maint & operation of farm equip 3 months exper required Lift up to 50lb walk bend kneel handle materials for long periods. Once hired may require a random drug test at no cost to worker. $10.69 P/H 35 hrs P/W M-F some S/S Time may vary due to mechanical weather or avail of crop. Wrk done in inclement weather. Housing avail at no cost to wrker who cannot reasonably return to residence at end of each work day. Tools supplies & equip provided at no cost to wrker. Trans & subsistence expenses to wrk site provided/paid upon completion of 50% of wrk contract or earlier if appropriate 3/4 GUARANTEE specified in USDOL Reg. 20 CFR 655.122(i) JOB contract. Employer may give bonus/raise at his sole discretion based on performance or wrk history in addition to hrly wage. Contact Terrebonne Career Solutions Center Judy Mire 985-858-2894 REF: Job order # 590181 Job offered by CRS LLC, Houma, LA 70360 08 Temp Farmworker Start date 03/01/2016 end 12/31/2016 Plant harvest sugarcane soybean apply fertilizer pesticide repair fences dig ditches form rows cut grass Use hand tools irrigation cultivation load unload farm field sanitation duties minor maint & operation of farm equip. 3 months experience required Lift up to 50lb walk bend kneel handle materials for long periods. Once hired may require a random drug test at no cost to worker. $10.69 P/H 35 hrs P/W M-F some S/S Time may vary due to mechanical weather or avail of crop. Wrk done in inclement weather. Housing avail at no cost to wrker who cannot reasonably return to residence at end of each work day. Tools supplies & equip provided at no cost to wrker. Trans & subsistence expenses to wrk site provided/paid upon completion of 50% of wrk contract or earlier if appropriate 3/4 GUARANTEE specified in USDOL Reg. 20 CFR 655.122(i) JOB contract. Employer may give bonus/ raise at his sole discretion based on performance or wrk history in addition to hrly wage. Contact Assumption Business & Career Solutions Center Judy Mire 985-858-2894 REF: Job order # 589915 Job offered by Thibodeaux Brothers Inc., Thibodeaux, LA 70301

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1600 01 Temp Farmworker Start date 03/01/2016 end 12/01/2016 Plant harvest soybean corn cotton apply fertilizer pesticide repair fences dig ditches form rows cut grass Use hand tools irrigation cultivation load unload farm field sanitation duties minor maint & operation of farm equip. 3 months experience required Lift up to 50lb walk bend kneel handle materials for long periods. Once hired may require a random drug test at no cost to worker. $10.69 P/H 35 hrs P/W M-F some S/S Time may vary due to mechanical weather or avail of crop. Wrk done in inclement weather. Housing avail at no cost to wrker who cannot reasonably return to residence at end of each work day. Tools supplies & equip provided at no cost to wrker. Trans & subsistence expenses to wrk site provided/paid upon completion of 50% of wrk contract or earlier if appropriate 3/4 GUARANTEE specified in USDOL Reg. 20 CFR 655.122(i) JOB contract. Employer may give bonus/ raise at his sole discretion based on performance or wrk history in addition to hrly wage. Contact Richland Career Solutions Center Janet Boyette 318-6495398 REF: Job order # 589933 Job offered by Gary Jones Farms, Delhi, LA 71232 02 Temp Farmworker Start date 03/01/2016 end 11/18/2016 Plant harvest cotton milo corn Apply fertilizer pesticide repair fences dig ditches remove debris cut grass use hand tools Run module builder Minor maint & operation of farm equip irrigation cultivation farm field sanitation duties 3 months exper required Lift up to 50lb walk bend kneel handle materials for long periods. Once hired may require a random drug test at no cost to worker. $10.69 P/H 35 hrs P/W M-F some S/S Time may vary due to mechanical weather or avail of crop. Wrk done in inclement weather. Housing avail at no cost to wrker who cannot reasonably return to residence at end of each work day. Tools supplies & equip provided at no cost to wrker. Trans & subsistence expenses to wrk site provided/paid upon completion of 50% of wrk contract or earlier if appropriate 3/4 GUARANTEE specified in USDOL Reg. 20 CFR 655.122(i) JOB contract. Employer may give bonus/ raise at his sole discretion based on performance or wrk history in addition to hrly wage. Contact Avoyelles Career Solutions Center Cathy Germany 318240-8820 REF: Job order # 590198 Job offered by Echo Farms Partnership, Marksville, LA 71351

CROP FARM LABORER (2 temporary workers needed): Drive farm machinery and attached implements for agriculture crops and mechanical maintenance on farm equipment. 3 months experience required. $10.69/hr with free housing, 40 hours per week from 02/14/16 thru 11/30/16 with 3/4 work period guaranteed. Tools /equipment provided. Transportation & subsistence expenses to worksite provided at completion of 50% of work contract plus return transportation at completion of contract. Worksite: 6450 East Morgan, Altheimer, AR. Employer: Herrera Farming Co. Contact nearest office of the SWA in Arkansas, Job Order #1445959

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Landmark of Baton Rouge is accepting applications for F/T Laundry and Housekeeping. No phone calls. Apply within 9105 Oxford Place Dr. Lic. Female Massage Therapist needed! 1yr exp. teffani@medicalspa ofbatonrouge.com LIC. NAIL TECHS NEEDED Email resumes to: teffani@medicalspa ofbatonrouge.com Maid Service Needs Maids. Must have own transportation. Competitive Pay. Call DS office. 664-9053 MAKE READY PERSON needed for Prop Mgt Co. Exp. helpful but not nec. Reliable transp. a must. Health ins. & 401K. Fax resume to 225-292-2351 or apply at 5618 Superior Dr. Ste. A, Baton Rouge. Massengale Grounds Management seeking applicants for two positions: 1. Landscape Designer; 2. Landscape Project Manager. Please fax resumes to: 225.343.3689 or email to: resume@mgminc.com . Experience required. References required. New Year! New Location! 1814 Dallas Dr. Looking for Stylists/Barbers for booth rental. Clark Hair Salon. For info., Call È 225-571-4904 Now Hiring ALL POSITONS incl: SHIFT MANAGERS Apply at: Country Club Texaco, 17752 Highland Rd. Now Hiring: Floor Techs & Custodians for Evening Shifts. Immediate Openings for St. James Parish Schools. Must be able to pass criminal background check. JANI CARE 225-9532239. Apply Online.

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Operations Supervisor Provide effective leadership, training & motivation to 12-20 employees in order to achieve operational excellence &meet defined corporate standards. One to two yrs related experience in warehouse setting preferred. Appropriate motor vehicle record and valid driver’s license preferred. Transportation Clerk Complete daily and weekly transportation reports as assigned. Develop a rapport with store personnel, vendors, and AG staff and drivers. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and valid driver’s license and appropriate MVR required. Competitive pay & benefits package. Apply online at www.agbr.com. PERSON NEEDED for electrical, plumbing, & repairs on mobile homes. Must live in park. Roofers P/T. Loc. in Port Allen. 225-336-1219 PT Marketer Needed! Exp. a Must! Email resumes to: teffani@medicalspa ofbatonrouge.com

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