Wednesday, October 21, 2015 by The Lafourche Gazette

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Wednesday, October 21, 2015

Voters to decide on governor, other statewide offices Sat. Gazette Staff Reports

(AP) - Louisiana has wideopen races for governor and lieutenant governor on Saturday’s ballot. Nine candidates are running for governor, including major candidates Public Service Commissioner Scott Angelle, a Republican from Breaux Bridge, Lieutenant Governor Jay Dardenne, a Republican from Baton Rouge, State Representative John Bel Edwards, a Democrat from Amite and U.S. Senator David Vitter, a Republican from Metairie. Also seeking the top post in Louisiana government is Beryl Billiot from Kenner, Cary Deaton from Metairie, Jeremy Odom from Natchitoches, Eric Orgeron from Metairie and S.L. Simpson from Shreveport.

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Local races highlight Saturday’s ballot Gazette Staff Reports

In addition to statewide political offices on Saturday’s ballot, voters will also have to decide a number of regional and local contests for a variety of offices. On the state legislative level, incumbent State Senator Gary Smith, Jr., a Democrat from Montz, was re-elected without opposition to another four-year term in office. He represents the 19th Senatorial District, which reaches into portions of the central part of the parish. Incumbent 20th District Senator Norby Chabert, a Republican from Chauvin, has drawn two challengers, including former Lafourche Parish Councilman Mark Atzenhoffer, no party affiliation, from Bayou Blue and Mike Fesi, a Republican businessman from Houma. On the state House side, State Representative from District 54,

Jerry “Truck” Gisclair, a Democrat from Larose, was re-elected to another term without opposition. In District 55, incumbent State Representative Jerome “Dee” Richard was also re-elected without opposition. In the contest for the District 3 seat on the Louisiana Board of Elementary and Secondary Education, Lottie Beebe, a Republican from Breaux Bridge, is being challenged by Sandy Holloway, a Republican from Thibodaux. In parish contests, incumbent Parish President Charlotte Randolph, a Republican from Larose, is being challenged by three opponents including Councilman Aaron Caillouet, no party affiliation, from Thibodaux, Raceland businessman Jimmy Cantrelle,

no party, and Councilman Joe Fertitta, a Republican from Thibodaux. Sheriff Craig Webre was unopposed to another term in office. Assessor Wendy Thibodeaux was also re-elected without opposition to a full fouryear term. John King was also re-elected to another term as parish coroner. In the race to succeed retiring parish Clerk of Court Vernon Rodrigue, three candidates are vying for that seat. They include Vernell “Nell” Autin, a Democrat from Raceland, Kim Breaux, a Democrat from Thibodaux and Annette Fontana, no party listing, also from Thibodaux. In the Lafourche Gazette distribution area, Council District 6 incumbent Lindel Toups, no party

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Amendments, millage renewals face voters Sat. Local library renewals also on ballot Gazette Staff Reports

Along with state and local races on this Saturday’s primary ballot, voters will also decide the fate of four proposed amendments to the state constitution and two parish millage renewals. The first proposed amendment would lower the amount of oil and gas See Amendments Page 6-A

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Local schools create mini-festival to entertain students from other states

Local youth show off their Cajun dance moves to students from 14 other states at the Southern Association of Student Councils’ conference held earlier this month.

Carly Guidry | Contributing Student Writer

The 81st annual Southern Association of Student Councils’ 2015 conference, Lassiez Les Leadership Rouler, came to fruition earlier this month after five-years of planning by local schools. The event, co-hosted by South Lafourche High School and Vandebilt Catholic High School, em-

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Angelle Danos and Carlie Guidry take a breather during the conference to hold an alligator that was on display.

braced Cajun culture and left students from varying states wanting a taste for more... literally. In 2010, SLHS and VCHS won the votes to host the SASC 2015 conference. Since then, both schools have worked in partnership preparing for and planning the monumental event, which was recently held October 10 – 12. The majority of the conference took place on the grounds of VCHS while the culminating event was held at the Larose Civic Center. In classic Cajun style the SLHS students, parents and many gracious community members hosted a mini-French Food Festival featuring Waylon Thibodaux, Clustafunk, live alligators and of course the highlight of the evening, the best Cajun food on earth. SASC is comprised of 15 southeastern states including Louisiana, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Arkansas, Mississippi, Tennessee, Kentucky, Missouri, Oklahoma, West Virginia, Texas, Alabama, Florida, and Georgia. The conference had 1,076 students and advisors in attendance and focused on student and adult-led leadership seminars with a bit of a Cajun twist. “Getting to experience SASC was an opportunity of a lifetime and a memory I will cherish forever. The friendships I made and the leadership qualities I have gained will definitely help me in my future endeavors,” said SLHS Senior Zachary Breaux. Principal Gaye Cheramie expressed how proud she is of the SLHS student body for making the conference a huge success. See Students Page 8-A

listing, from Gheens, will be challenged by Corey Perrillioux, no party listing, from Raceland, and Renell Compeaux, a Democrat, also from Raceland. Councilman Philip Gouaux, who represents Council District 7, has decided not to seek re-election. Two candidates have qualified to fill that post including Armand Autin, a Republican from Lockport, and Ron Sapia, no party listing, also from Lockport. Seeking re-election to the District 8 seat is incumbent Jerry Lafont, no party listing, from Cut Off. He will be challenged by two opponents including Gary Champagne, a Democrat from Cut Off and Darryl Marlbrough, no party listing, also from Cut Off. In the Council District 9 contest, incumbent Daniel Lorraine of Golden Meadow, no party, will be challenged by Will Lasseigne, a Republican from Galliano.

French Food Festival to kick off with Thursday night concert Marc C. Kimball Contributing Writer

In 1973 a group of civic-minded citizens gathered in Larose and formed the Bayou Civic Club with one simple purpose – to encourage and promote community. They held a festival, the Bouillabaisse Festival, in order to generate funds for the group’s ambitious plans. They achieved their goals and ultimately secured grounds on which they constructed and furnished a multi-use facility known as the Larose Civic Center. Over the years that little festival has morphed and grown into the French Food Festival we all know and love. Can you believe that this weekend our little festival is getting older and will be 42 years old? For a festival to endure nearly half a century, there has to be some magic or secret formula. There has to be some great entertainment or a signature food item that keeps the crowds coming year after year. Well, there’s a secret … it’s the people that really make the festival. The hugely successful French Food Festival takes hundreds of people working thousands of hours to organize, plan and execute. Under the permanent pavilion which was See Festival Page 6-A

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CLHS to host after school event Oct. 22

Central Lafourche High School will host Lights On After School, an Open House event for the public to view the various after school activities the school offers. The event is set for Thursday, October 22 from 2:30 till 4 p.m. Parents, along with their child, are invited to check out the various tutoring sessions and enrichment activities. For more info. on this event or to see the calendar of available tutoring sessions, visit the school’s website, http://clhs.lpsd.k12 .la.us/ or the school’s Facebook page, www.facebook. com/CLHSTrojans.

Quarterly commodities to be given out Oct. 22

The Lafourche Parish Council and Community Action’s 3-Month Commodities distribution will be held Galliano area, 16241 W. Main, Cut Off, on October 22 starting at 11 a.m. For more information call 6323989.

LADB art show to offer something for everyone

The 2015 French Food Festival Les Artistes du Bayou Art Contest and Exhibit will be held on Friday, October 23. This year’s theme is

fish. The fee for entries into this category is $7 for any media. The fee for entry in all other categories is $5. Participants do not have to have the theme item in other categories, which are: Landscape/seascape, portraits, still life and florals, animals, abstract, black and white, old master replica; workshop; photography (non digitally enhanced, digitally enhanced); and decorative (painted crafts). All paintings and photos must be wired and ready to hang. No sawtooth hangers. Wiring can be done for a $5 fee if needed. Registration will be in the Bouvier Room of the Larose Civic Center on Thursday, October 22 from 3 to 6 p.m. and on Friday, October 23 from 9 to 11 a.m. Judging will take place on Friday, October 23. For more information about the contest or entries, call Carolyn France at 985258-1545.

SLHS Class of ‘75 to celebrate reunion Sat.

The South Lafourche Class of ‘75 will celebrate their 40th reunion on Saturday, October 24 from 7 p.m. to midnight at Faire La Fete Banquet Hall, next to the old Randolph’s in Golden Meadow. Catered, music, drink set ups provided. BYOL please. Cost is $35/person, payable to Sidney Vizier or Karen Duet, 143 W. 106th St., Cut Off, LA 70345. Anyone who was a freshman - senior in ‘75, those who graduated elsewhere, early or late or received GEDS all are invited to attend the event.

Women’s Bible Seminar

Come enjoy a few hours with other women of all religions. Call Penny for details: 985-278-0122

Topic: Why Do Bad Things Happen to Good People? Saturday, November 7 2:30-6:30pm Special speakers plus musician from Texas singing Christian music. Supper will be served.

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SLHS posts upcoming homecoming events

South Lafourche High School homecoming week activities are as follows: Tuesday, October 27 at 3 p.m. – Pirogue Race Bayou Lafourche across from SLHS Thursday, October 29 at 3 p.m. – Messy Games back yard of SLHS Friday, October 30 at 4:30 p.m. – returning graduates from the classes of 1975, 1985, 1995 and 2005 are invited to attend a reception in the commons area of South Lafourche High School. The returning graduates will walk across the field at 5:45 p.m. with the presentation of the 2015 SLHS Homecoming Court to follow at approximately 6 p.m. The Homecoming Dance will begin after the football game on Friday night and end at 1 a.m. At the dance, the presentation of the 2015 SLHS Homecoming Court will begin at 11: 30 p.m.

Sweet treats sought for French Food Festival

The French Food Festival Sweet Shop is in need of donations of pecans, dark Karo syrup, sugar, peanut butter, condensed milk, pet milk, flour, coconut and vanilla extract. Donations may be brought to the Larose Senior Citizens Center, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. till 12 noon. Anyone who can make peanut butter fudge or bouillie can bring desserts to the booth on the weekend of the festival.

Senior commodities to be given out Oct. 28, 29

The Lafourche Council on Aging, Inc. and Catholic Charities will be giving out monthly commodities for qualifying seniors 60 years of age and older from 7 - 9 a.m. on Wed., October 28 at the Cut Off Youth Center and Thurs., October 29, at the Raceland Recreation Center.

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A Halloween alternative will be held at the First Baptist Church in Golden Meadow on Saturday, October 31 from 5 to 8 p.m. Hay rides, games for kids, candy and prizes will be offered, along with a chili cook-off. No costumes please. All are invited. For more information contact 475-5490.

Class of ‘85 reunion slated for Oct. 31

South Lafourche Class of 1985’s 30-year class reunion organizers are looking for all classmates that may not have been reached via Facebook. Please send contact info and payment to: SL Class of 1985, P.O. Box 873, Larose, LA 70373. A mass for deceased classmates will be at 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31, at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Reunion party/dance will be held at St. Joseph Recreation Center, 8 p.m. to midnight, (Halloween night), with the family picnic on Sunday, November 1 at the Larose Regional Park at 11 a.m.

Deadline nearing for youth essay contest

All Catholic students in public, private and parochial schools in the Larose and Cut Off area in grades 8 - 12 are invited to participate in the Knights of Columbus Catholic Citizenship Essay Contest. Students are encouraged to write a 500 to 750word essay on the theme of The Importance of Religious Freedom. Entries must be in the possession of the council by October 31.

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Parent education classes to begin Nov. 4

Bayou Council Behavioral Health Services will offer parent education presentations at the Terrebonne Parish DA’s Office, 118 Armour Drive in Houma, from 10 a.m. till noon on Wednesdays, Nov. 4, 18, Dec. 2, 9 and 16. The presentations will also be offered at the Bayou Council Office, 504 St. Louis St. in Thibodaux, from 10 a.m. till noon on Thursdays, Nov. 5, 19, Dec. 3, 10 and 17. Admission is free and presentations are open to the public. No children allowed.

Seniors encouraged to join Cut Off program

Seniors 50 years and older are encouraged to join the Cut Off Senior Citizen Center at 5510 W. Ave. D in “The Center” building. Lunch is served daily for a fee of $2. Seniors work on jigsaw and word search puzzles, walk in the halls for physical exercise, coffee is

served daily, ladies play Pokeno on Tuesdays and Bingo is played on Wednesdays. For more information contact Kathy Jambon, manager, at 985-632-2171 from 7:30 till 11:30 a.m.

Seniors encouraged to join Larose program

People 55 and older are invited to join the Larose Senior Center. On Monday - Friday, lunch is served at 11 a.m. Activities offered include card playing from 8:3010:30 a.m., exercise from 8:30-9:30 a.m., Bingo every Tuesday at noon, senior meetings on the second Tuesday of the month at 9:30 a.m. and birthday parties at 5 p.m. Casino trips are scheduled on the second Wednesday of the month. Call the center for more information at 693-4266.

Seniors encouraged to join G.M. program

The Golden Meadow Senior Citizens Center, located in the Oakridge Park in Golden Meadow, is open Monday - Friday from 8 a.m. till 1 p.m. Daily activities include playing games, exercise, bingo, quilting and much more. Lunch is served at 11 a.m. and must be ordered a day in advance. Contact the center manager, Darlene Guidry at 985-475-7701.

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bedding purposes in the Hackberry Bay Public Oyster Seed Reservation. The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries said Monday that it will close the area a halfhour after sunset on Friday. It will remain open for sacking purposes. The small, public oyster seed reservation in Jefferson and Lafourche parishes holds a limited oyster supply, and the department says harvest pressure during the season opening on Monday has depleted the already small oyster resource. Experts say protection of the remaining oyster reef resources is in the longterm best interest of oyster conservation in the affected area. _______

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killing a 24-year-old Many (MAN-ee) resident, and has accepted life in prison rather than risk execution. Robert Barthelemy waived all appeals and agreed never to ask any court to reduce his sentence in the death of Tony Procell, District Attorney Don Burkett told KTBS-TV. He said Procell’s family agreed, avoiding long appeals. Burkett noted that another Sabine Parish inmate on death row is still appealing the case more than 20 years later. “It would never be over for them,” he said. Barthelemy and Procell had served in the same National Guard battalion in Iraq during Barthelemy’s second tour there. Defense attorney Richard Goorley of Shreveport argued that Barthelemy killed Procell because he had post-traumatic stress disorder and thought Procell had made

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Barthelemy’s estranged wife pregnant, KSLA-TV reported. He described Barthelemy as a soldier broken by war and tormented by memories of combat. Jurors convicted Barthelemy after two hours of deliberation Thursday and heard victim impact statements Friday. Barthelemy agreed to the sentence on Saturday, ending the trial at six days. Barthelemy initially pleaded not guilty, then changed his plea to not guilty by reason of insanity. Goorley called the life sentence a “good result,” since the only other possible sentence was death. The jury was chosen in St. Landry Parish after a judge decided that pretrial reports had made it too difficult to find an unbiased jury in Sabine Parish. _______

KIM

BREAUX Lafourche Parish Clerk of Court

Performance Not Promises A Letter to the Voters of Lafourche Parish

My name is Kim Breaux and I would like to take this opportunity to announce that I will be a candidate for Clerk of Court of Lafourche Parish in the election to be held on October 24, 2015. I humbly ask for your vote and support to serve you as your FULL TIME Clerk of Court. I am fifty-eight years old and have been married to Marsha Ricard Breaux for 20 years. I was born, reared, educated and worked my entire life along Bayou Lafourche. I am a Scada Communications Tech with Enterprise Products. My parents were Duffy and Lourie Breaux of Larose.

I’m excited about being a candidate for Clerk of Court in Lafourche Parish and even more excited about getting back to work for all of the people of Lafourche as Clerk of Court. I’ve had such an incredible time campaigning throughout Lafourche visiting with people I haven’t seen in such a long time and meeting new people. I’ve got to say prior to running for clerk I haven’t been engaged in politics for many years and I must say the most rewarding feeling has been to visit with so many young people who are truly in touch with politics. These young people are wanting more out of their government officials then the same old lip service. Experience is very important with any job. Here’s the difference between my experience and my opponents. For five years I conducted research in courthouses all over the states of Louisiana and Mississippi. I know first hand what an efficient operation can be. Furthermore, I truly believe if you empower the people that work for you and ultimately the public, the results can be efficiency on a level we haven’t seen in the Clerk’s office for quite some time.

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My experience combined with my willingness and desire to help people will bring about the kind of changes that are needed in the Clerk’s office. I learned from a very young age, and seeing first hand daily from my father Sheriff Duffy Breaux, if the people of the parish have enough faith in you to elect you, then you have an obligation to be there to help that person, regardless of their status in life or how inconvenient it may be at the time. Helping people is where I separate myself from my opponents.

Taking a close look at my opponents, they are good people and have run a decent campaign and for that I feel very fortunate. However, there are differences between us that are not necessarily good or bad, but fact. First, I am the only candidate born, raised and educated, and lived my entire life in Lafourche Parish. I am the only candidate with experience working in other clerks’ offices other than Lafourche. I have 16 years of experience in the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office working every detail from highway patrol to detective. I’ve worked in the private sector managing people and projects with large budgets. Miss Fontana, a very nice person, has been hand picked by the power brokers. Keep in mind a vote for Miss Fontana would help to enlarge and empower one of the most influential political dynasties in the history of this parish. Where will your help come from at the political trough? Then you also have a choice of Mrs. Autin, who has been in the Clerk’s office for the last quarter century, where the most current technology is void – giving way to little affordable access to the Clerk’s office and where many documents have fallen into disarray, and most important has been her inability to foster a positive work environment for the many employees of the Clerk’s office. I offer my experience from working in clerks’ offices throughout Louisiana and Mississippi. My experience in public service, my commitment to increase accessibility to the Clerk’s office, improvement in moral of the Clerk’s employees, and my commitment to being full time and dedicated to all of the people of Lafourche Parish. Ask yourself, when a problem arises where you need a helping hand, who will be there? Do you think it will be Miss Fontana or Mrs. Autin or myself? Think about the question and I am very confident you will consider my candidacy. Yes, with confidence I say this, because I feel I have been blessed with the desire to want to help people. Both my private and public sector work experience is a factor. The world of government works very different than the private sector. The private sector is guided by productivity and driven by profit – getting it right the first time challenges you otherwise your clients can go elsewhere. In the public sector, productivity is important, as there is an absence of options for taxpayers. It’s as though government agencies know they are the only game in town and taxpayers have no options.

In speaking with many of the Clerk’s employees, there is this incredible energy to be creative and helpful, but the management of Mrs. Autin has stifled that enthusiasm. I challenge each and every voter to speak in confidence with the workers of the Clerk’s office and ask them their opinion. I think you will find these are good, hard working people who want to do more using the talents they have acquired.

In addition to my work experience I would like to make the Clerk’s office affordably accessible to the many people who do most of their work by computers rather than having to drive up and down the highway to the Clerk’s office. Rather than using an outside vendor from outside of Lafourche Parish, I would like to utilize our own IT unit to make research, filing and documentation easily accessible to both residents and businesses who want access to the Clerk’s office. Mrs. Autin will tell you that technology is being used to make the Clerk’s office accessible to residents and businesses, but the technology currently being used is obsolete. I have sat with several experienced tech people of whom I feel confident could tremendously enhance the Clerk’s current online availability.

The Clerk must also work hand in hand with the judicial process. I am certain I can create a better relationship with the men and women of the court system over what exists today. I want to thank all of you for your warm words and conversations over the last couple months and I humbly ask for your vote. The only candidate that wants the job and not the candidate that was told to seek the job. Paid for by Kim Breaux

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Wednesday, October 21, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

Governor From 1-A

Republican Bobby Jindal is term-limited as governor, creating the first vacancy for the position in eight years. With Dardenne seeking to move into the governor’s mansion, that also creates a heated competition for the state’s No. 2 job. Four candidates have signed up for the post of Lieutenant Governor. They include Elbert Guillory, a Republican from Opelousas, Baton Rouge Mayor Melvin “Kip” Holden, a Democrat, former Plaquemines Parish President Billy Nungesser, a Republican and Jefferson Parish President John Young, who is from Metairie. Louisiana’s five other GOP statewide incumbents are running for re-election: Secretary of State Tom Schedler, Attorney General Buddy Caldwell, Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain, Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon and Treasurer John Kennedy. Schedler, a Republican from Mandeville, will be challenged by Chris Tyson, a Democrat from Baton Rouge. Caldwell, a Republican will be challenged by four other candidates including Geraldine Baloney, a Democrat form Garyville, former U.S. Representative Jeff Landry, a Republican from New Iberia, Marty Maley, a Republican from Baton Rouge, and Democrat Ike Jackson of Plaque-

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mine. Kennedy will be challenged for another term in office by Jennifer Treadway, a Republican from Baton Rouge. Strain, a Republican from Covington, is being challenged by three opponents including Charlie Greer, a Democrat from Natchez, Green party candidate Adrian Juttner from Abita Springs, and Jamie LaBranche, a Republican from LaPlace. Donelon, a Republican from Metairie, is being challenged for another term in office by Donald Hodge, Jr., a Democrat from Baton Rouge, Charlotte McGehee, a Democrat from Baton Rouge, and Matt Parker, a Republican from West Monroe. In the attorney general’s race, Caldwell has drawn strong opposition from GOP former Congressman Jeff Landry, who has received the endorsement of the state Republican Party. Almost 500 candidates from around the state were elected automatically when no one registered to run against them.

Amendments From 1-A

revenue the state puts into its ‘rainy day fund’ and would redirect that money to an account aimed at helping to lower a $12 billion backlog of state road and bridge maintenance. The second proposed amendment would allow for the investment of public funds to capitalize the Louisiana Transportation Infrastructure Bank with the monies to be used solely for transportation projects. Proposed amendment number three would allow legislation regarding the dedication of revenue, rebates and taxes to be considered during a fiscal legislative session. Currently, legislative sessions beginning in odd numbered years have very narrow parameters as to what subject matter is allowed to be introduced. This amendment would

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completed in 2010, multiple-generations of families help to cook and serve the Cajun delicacies the festival was founded to preserve. “Many of the dedicated and wonderful people in our area come together to volunteer and help,” says Jasmine Ayo, Executive Director of the Larose Civic Center. “Community participation shows just how committed everyone is to keeping our culture, customs, food and the LCC alive and well today.” Julia Cheramie Matherne is one of those dedicated volunteers. At 92, she is a regular volunteer at the Civic Center, but believe it or not, she is not the oldest. She can be found peeling shrimp or crabs to be used in the many dishes at the festival. Julia enjoys the prep work but she mostly enjoys making tarts. Julia loves to make dozens of tarts-a-la-bouille which she donates and sells in the Sweet Shop staffed with many of her friends from her senior citizens group. Yes … the Sweet Shop is both stocked and staffed by members of the Larose Senior Citizens Center, which is housed at the Civic Center. Every year the group makes the delicious items they sell in the Sweet Shop. Julia has been baking and selling her tarts since the beginning when the Fest was just a small affair and its age was in the single digits. One special tart she makes gets auctioned every year. It’s no ordinary tart – she makes a massive tart roughly the size of a large pizza. “My mom showed me how to make the crust and the custard when I was young. I would bake with her and she taught me everything she knew,” says Matherne. “If I can put my two feet on the ground, then I am baking my tarts and coming to volunteer.” Julia’s work ethic is indicative of the people in South Lafourche. It truly is the hard working volunteers that bring the festival to life. Without them, many of the items on the festivals to-do list

would go unchecked. “Our Grand Marshal this year, Mr. Gerald Harlan ‘Rock’ Pellegrin, is here building booths and getting signs hung under the Pavilion. Many other volunteers have already started cataloging and organizing the many ingredients, cooking utensils, trash bags, paper goods and auction items. It truly is a community affair,” says Ayo. “Our festival succeeds because of the extreme dedication from our dedicated family of volunteers throughout our community,” she added. Aside from the plethora of food choices and numerous carnival rides and games, there are folklife demonstrations, crackling or graton making demonstrations, the Mid South Pro-Tour Bull Riding Finals, Extreme Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Tournament, Cake Decorating Contest, Amateur Boxing Throwdown, and the Les Artistes du Bayou Art Show and Exhibit, which is always a crowd favorite! This year the festival welcomes some new food items including deep friend pork spare ribs, artichoke dip with crabmeat as well as pizza sticks and ice cream. And don’t forget the music! Great, local bands will be playing under the Pavilion on the main stage all weekend including Clustafunk, Drunk Punch Ponies, Zoso and Contraflow, just to name a few. In its second year, the Midway Stage in the park features Friday and Saturday music from Tug Boat Tony & The Pushers as well as Ruff N Ready and Gunpowder & Lead. This is the fourth year for French Food Fest Rocks, a Thursday-night kick-off concert event featuring several opening bands followed by our headliner .38 Special, the

multi-award winning 80’s rock band. “We are excited to welcome 38 Special as our Thursday night headliner this year,” said Ayo. “General Admission tickets are just $25 and VIP packages are still available for one of the biggest concert events to happen

on the bayou since, well, Bret Michaels last year,” she says excitedly. To learn more about the French Food Festival or to purchase tickets for French Food Fest Rocks featuring .38 Special, visit www.frenchfoodfest.com or call the Larose Civic Center at (985) 693-7355.

Larose Cut Off Middle School September Students of the Month were: Evelyn Almaraz, Lanson Foster, Malaina Lafont, Evan Duet, Elissa Cheramie, Bethany Bruce, Jeron Pierce, Michael Plaisance, Gracie Posey, Hunter Quinn, Eliana Diaz, Isabel Danos, Sebastian Morazan, Caleb Laird, Makayla Bunum, Patrick Gisclair, Jared Plaisance, Bailey Melancon, Konner Terrebonne, Ava Charpentier, Allie Bossier, Katie Louviere, Abigail Danos, Joshua Pierce, Victoria Naccio, Brock Bouvier, Samantha Gisclair, Georlisa Jones, and faculty member of the month, Lorraine Naquin.

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from federal service in 2005 and lives in Bethesta, Maryland with Edie, his wife of 58 years. His four children have grown up successfully and left the nest years ago. In 2011 Jim Michie organized a 50-year reunion of the Rhythm Kings and I was invited to serve as Master Of Ceremonies. Over 300 fans from the 1950’s showed up. Couples who had danced to the Rhythm King’s music in the 50’s danced and remembered. It was nostalgia personified. My voice was weaker and I needed glasses to read the script, but as the old Indian said in the Clint Eastwood movie “Josie Wales” we “endeavored and persevered”. That was my last public appearance.

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Wednesday, October 21, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

Students From 1-A

“I know our students will use some of the ideas they got from the conference to plan events for the students at South Lafourche High School,” she said. “I cannot say enough how much I appreciate all they do to make SL a great place to be.” As a final fling since transferring to another school, Dana Gros, the Student Council advisor for SLHS, said the conference was the perfect ending to her career at SL. “We have a tremendous group of young adults backed by a selfless community. It really was a dream come true,” she said. Many key players helped to make the conference a huge success. The SLHS student council members, students, administration and faculty, ROTC, band, art students and the wonderful community of South Lafourche were all instrumental in making this event possible and giving more than 1,000 students from various states an opportunity of a lifetime. Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler, students!

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NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Rising tuition costs, departing faculty, and larger class sizes. Louisiana’s next governor will have his hands full when it comes to addressing the future of higher education in the state. Louisiana’s colleges and universities have been hit by repeated budget cuts in recent years, leading many to question whether the state will have enough graduates to fill jobs. But the question facing the next governor is where funding will come from and how colleges and universities should best use it. “No matter what, the next governor is going to have to do something in higher ed,” said Barry Erwin, who heads the Council for a Better Louisiana in Baton Rouge, a nonpartisan think tank that monitors education issues. Between 2008 and 2015, Louisiana support for higher education dropped by 34 percent, compared with a nationwide drop of 6

percent, according to the council. At the same time, tuition and fees went up by nearly 80 percent, according to the Louisiana Board of Regents. All the main candidates for governor — Republicans Scott Angelle, Jay Dardenne and David Vitter and John Bel Edwards — agree higher education has been cut too much and have vowed to make higher education a priority. All have talked about the need to free up more money for higher education. The problem, they say, is that so much of the state’s money is already dedicated to other areas. When budget shortfalls arise, the only areas where lawmakers and the governor can make cuts are health care and higher education. All the candidates have talked about the need to re-examine how budget money is allocated and what’s protected from cuts and scaling back tax breaks to generate new money for higher education. Educators have been meeting with the candidates to push their message that higher education shouldn’t be looked at as an expense, but as an investment. By 2020, more than half the state’s jobs will need applicants with a postsecondary degree or certificate, but only 28 percent of adults currently have that, according to the council. “You can’t grow your economy if you can’t produce the graduates. And that’s what we do,” said Sandra Woodley, who heads the University of Louisiana system with 90,000 students across nine institutions. But finding the money won’t be easy, with the state likely facing another shortfall next year after ending the most recent budget year at a deficit. “Odds on next year is going to be even worse from what we’re hearing,” said Erin Cowser, head of gov-

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Vernell “Nell” Autin, candidate for Lafourche Parish Clerk of Court receives endorsement of Vernon H. Rodrigue, Clerk of Court.

I, Vernon Rodrigue, Lafourche Parish Clerk of Court, am endorsing and supporting Vernell “Nell” Autin for Clerk of Court.

Nell has worked for me as Chief Deputy Clerk of Court for the past 22 years.

Nell has assisted me and her input has been invaluable in the formulation of Office Policy & Procedures, Budget and the implementation of all phases of the Clerk of Court’s office.

Nell’s integrity, dedication, hard work and honesty in the Clerk of Court’s office is unsurpassed. Please join me in voting for Vernell “Nell” Autin for Lafourche Parish Clerk of Court so she can continue to serve you.

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ernmental affairs at Southeastern Louisiana University, a school of 15,600 students in Hammond. Joseph C. Rallo, the commissioner of higher education, said he’s been told by heads of different schools that faculty with a lot of opportunities — science or technology, for example — are getting poached. Students have rallied in the capital against cuts, such as University of New Orleans sophomore Ernijah Carter. He said many of his classmates from last year have since begun attending less-expensive community colleges: “A lot of them just couldn’t pay for it.” But some say more money isn’t the only problem, and they’ll be looking to the next governor to make changes to how the system is run. Stephen Waguespack, who heads Louisiana’s leading business lobbying group, Louisiana Association of Business and Industry, said state colleges and universities need more autonomy to deal with issues like buying supplies. He said the Board of Regents needs to scrutinize college programs with low retention or graduation rates or that duplicate programs found at similar institutions nearby — steps Rallo says they’re already taking. Schools and universities have sometimes relied on classes that keep students enrolled rather than preparing them for the work force, said Waguespack. Under the next governor, the organization would like to see additional dollars for higher education go to programs designed to fill high-demand jobs like computer science and construction specialties, similar to the 2014 Workforce and Innovation for a Stronger Economy Fund introduced by Gov. Bobby Jindal. The WISE fund was well-received by colleges and business at a time when the state faces acute

worker shortages in manufacturing and petrochemical industries. But it has strug-

gled to get enough money in only its second year.

South Larose Elementary PBIS positive behavior raffle winners for the month of September were: Zachary Billiot, Mycah Allen, Kaley Dalby, Daniela Galicia, Amelia Plaisance, and Brittney Matherne.

Pictured are Golden Meadow Middle School August Student’s of the Month: 6th grade, Caleb Ougel; 7th grade, Braxton Pitre; and 8th grade, Christopher Schenxayder.

Oil collapse gives US colleges a test on backpedaling donors Paul J. Weber Associated Press

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — It’s easy to see what oil money means to the University of Texas. Tuition hasn’t budged in three years because of gushing wells in the Permian Basin. More than a few buildings, including the football team headquarters, are named after wildcatters, and a pump jack stands outside the 100,000-seat stadium to commemorate the 1920s oil boom. But the latest bust and tumbling crude prices are now pinching off the largesse that helps this university and others in oil-rich states afford what they want when state budgets are straitened, which is especially the case now. Already, the consequences are becoming obvious. Campus construction projects are being stretched out or put in limbo, scholarship funds are taking a hit and across the Southwest, donors are asking for more time to make good on big pledges. “When the price of oil was $100 a barrel we had a lot more gifts. They had the ability to make more gifts,” said Bob Walker, who raised hundreds of millions of dollars for Texas A&M University for three decades before retiring last year. Crude oil prices Monday were at about $46. The University of Oklahoma has scaled back a planned $370 million renovation to its football stadium. Tuition hikes are back on the table at Texas universities. At Louisiana State University, energy sector gifts have fallen from a quarter of all fundraising to a tenth, which is being felt as the school tries to offer stu-

dents a new minor in energy. “The answer we’re hearing isn’t ‘No.’ It’s just ‘Not right now,’” said Kirk Jewell, president of the OSU Foundation at Oklahoma State University, where half of the top 10 athletic boosters have ties to the energy industry. U.S. colleges received a record $38 billion in charitable donations in 2014, according to the Council for Aid to Education — a sum that helped make up for the continuing shrinkage of appropriations from state governments. Donations and endowment are 10 percent of the budget at the University of Texas, up from 3 percent in the 1980s. But with oil prices down more than 50 percent since last summer, and expected to stay down deep into next year, the outlook for both public revenue and donations is grim in energy-heavy states like Alaska, Oklahoma and Louisiana. Prospects are somewhat less dim in big oil producers like Texas and California where the economy is more diversified. State policymakers in Oklahoma are warning about a budget shortfall exceeding a half-billion dollars. Just one month into the current budget year, Louisiana lawmakers were forced to cut $3.8 million from public colleges. The mood is darkest of all in Alaska, where oil revenues pay for 90 percent of state spending. Schools already under a blanket hiring freeze are expecting a third year of budget reductions and possible orders to consolidate programs, said Carla Beam, president of the University of Alaska Foundation. Several major universities in the Southwestern oil

patch were wrapping up record-breaking capital campaigns when oil prices began plunging late in 2014, and development officers say they haven’t yet assessed the full negative impact. But anecdotally, they say, donors are rattled. University of Oklahoma President David Boren, while explaining the downsizing of the football stadium upgrade earlier this year, said half the net worth of some major donors had been “wiped out.” Only four years ago, the university got $20 million from one benefactor, hydraulic fracturing pioneer Harold Hamm, for a new diabetes center. At Texas Tech University, athletic director Kirby Hocutt said this spring there had been a “pause to some conversations” amid efforts to raise $43 million for new training facilities. “The millionaires are worried,” said Richard White, dean of the College of Business at Louisiana State University. Students could feel the bite at Texas’ Angelo State University, where one in three receive scholarship money from a foundation fed by oil royalties that have dropped by half. “It has slowed the growth of the endowment considerably,” said foundation President Candice Belle Upton. Texas’ public universities are closely tied to oil because the royalties from the state’s 2.1 million acres of oil and gas lands go directly to

the University of Texas and Texas A&M System. But only about a dozen of the previously 100-plus rigs in the Permian Basin shale are still working, said Mark Houser, chief executive of the state’s University Lands. The fiscal year ended in August with campus royalty revenues down 26 percent, a five-year low. Officials at Texas A&M University are relieved their $450 million football stadium renovation was finished just in time. “It’s kind of like the Catholic church and Florence in the 15th century — you give and you get closer to the altar,” said Ed Davis, president of the Texas A&M Foundation. “In our case, you give more money, you get closer to the 50.”

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Pictured are members of the Cajun Cruisers presenting a $15,000 check to The Nephcure Foundation (represented by the Heidingsfelder family) from the net proceeds of the 2015 Cajun Cruisers Poker Run held in Cut Off. The NephCure Foundation is the only organization committed exclusively to support research seeking the cause of the potentially debilitating kidney disease Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis (FSGS) and Nephrotic Syndrome, to improve treatment and find a cure. Cajun Cruisers is a non-profit organization serving the needs of various charities and people in the community. They have an annual Poker Run to benefit a charity and a Christmas toy run to give that Christmas spirit to less fortunate children in our area. To find out more about the group, visit their website at cajuncruisers.net

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The South Lafourche football team wears the same shirt under their uniforms each game. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a black T-shirt with the words â&#x20AC;&#x153;Four Quarter Partyâ&#x20AC;? written in block font across the front. Vandebilt Catholic found out exactly what the shirt stands for on Friday night. The Terriers led South Lafourche 31-18 at halftime â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a score that held until the fourth quarter of play. But in those final 12 minutes, the Tarpons shined brightest, scoring 14-straight points to secure a thrilling, one-point 32-31 win. The victory moves South Lafourche to 4-3 on the season and 2-0 in district play. Vandebilt drops to 2-5 and 1-1 in district in defeat. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What a great high school football game,â&#x20AC;? South Lafourche football coach Dennis Skains said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m so proud of the kids. We were down and we just told them, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Look, this isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t the first time youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve faced adversity this season.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; They responded, battled back and found a way to get a win. We have leaders on this team and that leadership showed

tonight.â&#x20AC;? The Terriers were on fire early. Vandebilt dominated all three phases of the game early, using tough, physical blocking on both the offensive and defensive lines to control the first two quarters. The Terriers scored first, turning an early Tarpons fumble into a short field goal and a 3-0 lead. After a quick punt, Vandebilt scored again â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a oneplay touchdown drive on a 55-yard run from Terriers senior quarterback David Yancey. After an extra point, the Terriers led 10-0 midway through the first quarter. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They outplayed us and outcoached us in the beginning,â&#x20AC;? Skains said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Give them credit. They played well.â&#x20AC;? The rest of the first half was about even on the scoreboard with both teams scoring three touchdowns a piece. The difference was the Terriers made all three extra points, while the Tarpons made none, which sent the game to halftime with Vandebilt on top 3118. Anthony Sigue scored

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the Tarpons first touchdown â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a drive aided by a long double pass from Kyle Angeron to Luke Guidry. Angeron then got into the act as a receiver, hauling in a deep touchdown grab from quarterback Jaydon Cheramie late in the second quarter. Cheramie, himself, scored a first-half score on a 45-yard touchdown scamper â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s final touchdown of the half. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I thought offensively, we were good all game,â&#x20AC;? Skains said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We just needed to get it going defensively to keep the ball in their hands.â&#x20AC;? They did. In the second half, the Tarpons defense settled in, shutting the Terriers out for 24-straight minutes. Penalties plagued South Lafourcheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s offense from scoring in the third quarter, which sent the game to the fourth still knotted at 3118. But in the fourth, the Tarpons broke the ice. On a fourth and goal play from the 14-yard-line, Cheramie hit sophomore halfback Corbin Allen on a wheel route â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a critical touchdown that cut the lead to 31-25. After a defensive stand, the Tarpons moved the ball again â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a long drive capped by a 2-yard run by Allen. After Brannon Leeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s extra point, the Tarpons led 3231 with three minutes to play. In those final three minutes, the Terriers tried twice to drive down the field for a last-second score. But the Tarpons defense wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t having any of it. They stiffened both times to seal the victory. Skains said he doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have an answer for why his team played so much better in the second half, but heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sure glad that they rode some four-quarter party magic to a win. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t some magic speech or pep talk,â&#x20AC;? Skains said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We just got some rest at halftime, made some minor tweaks and played better football. We woke up from our daze and played great football.â&#x20AC;? The Tarpons will take on Ellender next â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a game that will be played on Thursday at South Terrebonne.

Trojans fall at Destrehan

When facing a team as good as Destrehan, one has to play a near-perfect game to walk away with a win. The Central Lafourche football team didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t do that, and the mistakes cost the Trojans a shot at victory on Friday night. Central battled hard and played the Wildcats tough â&#x20AC;&#x201C; trailing just 17-7 at halftime. But in the end, it was Destrehanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s defense that was the story in a 31-7 Wildcats win. The Trojans fall to 4-3 on the season in defeat. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We played hard â&#x20AC;&#x201C; our effort wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t the question,â&#x20AC;? Trojans coach Keith Menard said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Destrehan is just a great football team. We had some chances â&#x20AC;&#x201C; especially early, and we didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t take advantage. In the second half, their big kids played at a different level, and we just couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t match up.â&#x20AC;? Destrehan started strong on Friday night, taking the opening kickoff and going straight down the field in nine plays on a touchdown drive capped by a pass from quarterback Kohen Granier to Tremaine Washington for a 7-0 Destrehan lead. After a defensive struggle for the rest of the first quarter, Central Lafourche tied the game up, using a Wildcats fumble to set up a 28-yard touchdown strike from quarterback Austin Aucoin to receiver Kenneth Poindexter.

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On the next drive, the Trojans were about to get the ball back, but Granier evaded a rush and threw a deep pass that was deflected twice before ending up in receiver John Williams hands. He hauled in the pass and scored to make the game 14-7. The Wildcats added a field goal before halftime to lead 17-7 after two quarters. â&#x20AC;&#x153;That long pass killed us,â&#x20AC;? Menard said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was a fluky play, and it was the turning point in the game. That demoralized us.â&#x20AC;? In the second half, the

Trojans defense stayed stiff, but the teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s offense couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get anything going. The Wildcats scored midway through the third quarter and early in the fourth to push the game to its final margin. The Trojans will take on Hahnville on Friday in Mathews. Menard said he expects a close, hard-fought game. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our fans will show up and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be a packed house with two good football teams on the field,â&#x20AC;? Menard said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be excited to play in that game.â&#x20AC;?

THIBODAUX, La. (AP) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Michael Henry and Tuskani Figaro combined to rush for four touchdowns and 183 yards as Nicholls picked up its first win of the season, a 38-17 victory over Houston Baptist on Saturday. Henry rushed for 92 yards on 23 carries and two scores and Figaro, who also passed for 134 yards, rushed for 91 yards on 16 carries. Nicholls (1-5, 1-3 Southland Conference) was winless last season, losing to Houston Baptist (2-5, 04) 31-21 last year.

Nicholls jumped out to a 21-0 lead in the first quarter, but the Huskies closed to 21-10 by halftime. Tobias Lofton opened the third quarter with a 39-yard touchdown run, Figaro scored from 14 yards out with 9:01 remaining in the fourth and Francisco Condado kicked a 31-yard field goal for a 38-10 lead with 6:29 left. Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Angelo Wallace grabbed six passes for 129 yards for the Huskies.

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BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — If anyone can appreciate how hard it has been to slow down Lewis Neal and the rest of LSU’s defensive line this year, it is Tigers offensive tackle Vadal Alexander, who has had his hands full with them in practice since last spring. “I saw it in the offseason, just the way they were always working on get-offs and pass-rush moves, playing blocks and just working hard — working their butts off — to get better,” Alexander said. “That’s why I think you’ve seen it on the field this year.” LSU defenders have racked up 17 sacks through the first six games this season, putting them on pace to easily eclipse last season’s total of 19 sacks (in 13 games). The fifth-ranked and unbeaten Tigers (6-0, 3-0 Southeastern Conference) had five sacks against Florida in a 35-28 victory last Saturday night that dropped the Gators from No. 8 to No. 13 in the national rankings. Defensive end Lewis Neal had three sacks, increasing his teamleading total to seven this

The ability to sustain that kind of pressure could be a significant factor this Saturday, when LSU hosts Western Kentucky and Hilltoppers quarterback Brandon Doughty, who has averaged 387 yards passing this season. Neal credits new defensive line coach Ed Orgeron — who has been an assistant in the pros and a head coach at the major college level — with infusing the Tigers’ defensive front with energy and passion, while at the same time refining their techniques. The result, the Tigers say, is a defense which plays with relentless aggression, but also with the discipline required to avoid getting caught out of position. “Intensity and attention to detail,” Neal says when asked about Orgeron’s influence. “We study NFL defensive lines all the time. We get and learn technique that NFL players use all the time. Those things help us a lot.” Davon Godchaux has three sacks this season, while freshman end Arden Key has a sack-and-a-half. But even when defensive linemen are not being credited with sacks, Neal said,

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they’re helping flush QBs into the arms of fellow defenders. “What people don’t realize,” Neal says, “is it takes all four defensive linemen to get a sack.” LSU coach Les Miles credits Orgeron’s “enthusiasm for play and technical expertise,” for the dramatic increase in sacks this season. Orgeron arrived at LSU to find defensive linemen who not only had talent, but in some cases were also just acquiring the maturity to apply what coaches are teaching, Miles says, adding that something similar occurred when he hired offensive coordinator Cam Cameron in 2013, as quarterback Zach Mettenberger entered his final season. “Mettenberger had a really strong arm and capabilities, but really, Cam unlocked the back end of his career — his best play,” Miles said. “And really, I think that Ed’s doing the same thing for some of those guys on the defensive line, guys that were in position to have really fine development. Ed got there at a time when they could understand what he was saying and could take it in full flow.” Against Florida, Neal explains, LSU pass rushers were mindful of quarterback Treon Harris’ mobility. So when the Tigers beat blockers and got into the back-

Turkey Trot 5K slated for midNovember

New Life Counseling Center will sponsor a Turkey Trot 5K on Saturday, November 14 at 8 a.m. The 5K run begins on Hwy. 1, from Taco Bell (Bon Service Shopping Center), to the Cut Off Youth Center. Race day registration begins at 7 a.m. Advance registration preferred. The 5K run will benefit New Life’s commitment to building a better community. The $25 registration fee includes a t-shirt. Cost for the 1-mile fun run for kids

Simoneaux wins sixth Gazette football contest

The sixth week’s winner of the Lafourche Gazette Football Contest is Mark Simoneaux, 112 E. 49th St., Cut Off. He was the only one entry with 3 wrong. Winners can pick up their $65 cash prize at the Gazette office on Hwy. 308, Larose anytime between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.

would keep charging, but then pulled up to ensure they didn’t lose containment. “I knew when he wanted to run, so I made him try to run,” Neal explained. “I show my presence and then wait for him to make his move ... then I go get him. “That strategy worked all night long,” Neal continued. “You see, quarterbacks get nervous, especially when they are mobile.” NOTES: Miles says tight end Dillon Gordon, who left Saturday’s game after re-aggravating an Achilles tendon injury, likely will miss the rest of the season. He had only one catch for 8 yards in four games. Miles is unsure if Gordon qualifies for a medical redshirt. ... LSU has sent SEC officials video of plays in which Tigers coaches were concerned about Florida defenders piling on running back Leonard Fournette. After the game, Fournette spoke of being grabbed, poked in the eye and pushed after the whistle by Florida players. “The drive him back and fall on him — I think there’s a point in time where that’s got to be called a personal foul,” Miles said.

12 and under at the Cut Off Youth Center is $15 with tshirt. Awards will be given for overall fastest male and female, 14 & under, 15-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and over and for the best turkey costumed runners. Mail registration and check to New Life Counseling Center, Box 1145, Larose, LA 70373 or drop it off to Madonne Dufrene at Larose Cut Off Middle School. Additional forms are available at www.thenewlife center.org.

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Forbath, to replace Hocker BRETT MARTEL, AP Sports Writer

METAIRIE, La. (AP) — New Orleans Saints have decided to make a change at kicker, releasing Zach Hocker on Monday and replacing him with former Washington Redskins kicker Kai Forbath. Hocker missed two field goal attempts during Thursday night’s Saints victory over Atlanta, dropping him to 9 of 13 on the season. Two weeks earlier, Hocker had missed a potential winning field goal against Dallas, hitting the left upright. However, the Saints won that game in overtime. Forbath, whose signing was posted on the NFL transactions wire Monday afternoon, had kicked for the Washington Redskins from 2012 until his release last month. He has made 60 of 69 field goal attempts in his career. He hit 24 of 27 last season. He becomes the 10th Saints kicker since coach Sean Payton was hired in 2006. The previous nine kickers in New Orleans were: John Carney, Billy Cundiff, Olindo Mare, Martin Gramatica, Taylor Mehlhaff, Garrett Hartley, John Kasay, Shayne Graham

and Hocker. Hartley was one of the stars of the Saints’ 2009 championship season, hitting the winning kick in the NFC title game and then making three kicks from beyond 40 yards in the Super Bowl. While injured, Hartley was replaced by Kasay in 2011. Hartley returned in 2012, but was replaced by Graham in 2013 after having one kick blocked and missing another wide left in a loss at St. Louis. Graham remained with New Orleans through 2014, but Payton decided in the offseason to release Graham and open the job to a competition between a pair of young pros with no regular season NFL experience: Hocker, who kicked at Arkansas, and Dustin Hopkins out of Florida State. Hocker won the job in the preseason. Hopkins, meanwhile, has replaced Forbath in Washington, hitting 10 of 11 attempts.

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Lafourche Parish Councilman, District 8 • Secured funding for over $500,000 for Larose Civic Center and Cut Off Youth Center • Helped secure $2.5 Million worth of free garbage cans for Lafourche Parish

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COASTAL CURRENTS Alan Matherne Marine Extension Agent Louisiana Sea Grant / LSU AgCenter

Wetlands are a valuable national treasure

Once considered wastelands, wetlands are everything but that. They are complex, fragile and finite systems. Wetlands are a valuable national treasure that must be protected so that their benefits can be utilized. What are the benefits of wetlands? A number of beneficial functions of wetlands have been identified, these include: Physical Protection – Wetlands protect shorelines from wave or storm erosion by breaking up wave and storm energy. They protect downstream areas from the damaging effects of floods. This happens by slowing and temporarily storing floodwaters, resulting in reduced peak flows. Water Quality Enhancement – As polluted water flows through them, wet-

lands clean up the water by physically holding the pollutants to plants and bottom sediment and by chemical actions and reactions such as precipitation, breakdown and uptake. Basically they act as biological sewerage treatment plants. Water Supply – In some areas wetlands serve as storage systems for groundwater. They store water during the wetter parts of the year and release it regularly. This helps to maintain constant stream flows. Wildlife Habitat – Many species of fish and wildlife depend upon wetland areas as breeding, nesting, rearing, and wintering habitats. Significant portions of federally-listed threatened or endangered animals and plants depend upon wetlands to complete their life cycles. Food Chain Support – Coastal and wetland areas are important basic food producers. Plant-derived

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food materials are flushed out to estuaries and other coastal and aquatic areas. This forms the basis of food webs, critical to commercial fisheries production. Commercial Products – Wetlands are sources of fish and shellfish, furbearers, timber, forage, wild rice, cranberries, blueberries, and other useful materials. Recreation and Aesthetics – Many people like to hunt and fish, study and photograph nature, go boating, and engage in other outdoor activities in and around wetlands. Other folks simply enjoy being around and taking in the natural beauty that wetland areas provide. Climatic Influences –

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Many people feel dessert is the best part of any meal. When dining out, diners who can’t wait to peruse the dessert menu may find several items they think they can only enjoy at restaurants. But food fans need not be experts in the kitchen to enjoy their favorite desserts in the comforts of home. The following recipe for “Luscious Créme Brûlée” from Lori Longbotham’s “Luscious Creamy Desserts” (Chronicle Books) is a restaurantquality dessert that’s simple to prepare and just as decadent as desserts you many find on the menus of your favorite restaurants. Luscious Créme Brûlée: Serves 8 • 2 cups heavy whipping cream • 1 cup half-and-half • 6 large egg yolks • 3⁄4 cup sugar • Pinch of salt • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1. Preheat the oven to 300 F. Have ready a flameproof 1-quart shallow baking or gratin dish and a roasting pan. Put on a kettle of water to boil for the water bath. 2. Heat the cream and half-and-half in a medium saucepan over medium heat until hot. Remove from the heat. 3. Whisk together the

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Wetlands may be an important part of the global cycles of nitrogen, sulfur, and carbon, especially methane and carbon dioxide, important “greenhouse” gases. Thus, wetlands may actually help control air pollution by removing some of the nitrogen and carbon compounds that are produced through man’s activities. Some of the services that wetlands provide, such as providing habitat for endangered species, are irreplaceable. Others can be replaced, but a great expense to the public and private sectors. We can purify polluted waters by treating them in large expensive facilities.

Shorelines can be protected by bulkheads or rip rap. Increased flood and storm damages could be covered by increased insurance premiums. Hunting and fishing could be replaced by other forms of recreation. Yes, these things could be replaced, should our wetlands not be properly protected … but at what cost? We’ve still got a lot to learn about wetland functions and values and the importance of wetlands to our environmental health and quality of life. Many new challenges lie ahead. Hopefully, our renewed commitment to wetlands protection and restoration

yolks, 1⁄2 cup of the sugar, and the salt in a medium bowl. Slowly add the cream mixture, whisking constantly until blended and smooth. Add the vanilla. Pour the mixture through a fine strainer set over a medium glass measuring cup or bowl. 4. Pour the custard into the baking dish and skim any foam from the top. Transfer to the roasting pan, place in the oven, and pour enough boiling water

into the pan to reach halfway up the sides of the baking dish. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the custard is set around the edges but still slightly jiggly in the center. Do not overbake — the custard will set further as it cools. Remove the baking dish from the water bath and let cool completely on a wire rack. 5. Refrigerate the créme brûlée, loosely covered, for at least 4 hours, until thoroughly chilled and set, or for up to 1 day. 6. Preheat the broiler. Have the roasting pan ready, and fill a bowl with ice water. Gently blot the surface of the custard with the edge of a paper towel to remove any condensation. Sift the remaining 1⁄4 cup sugar evenly over the cus-

will assure the continued generation of the many values and benefits that they provide. So, remember … just as one man’s trash is another man’s treasure, one generation’s perceived wasteland is another generation’s acknowledged national treasure – our wetlands!

Alan Matherne is the Louisiana Sea Grant / LSU AgCenter Marine Extension Agent specializing in Coastal, Fisheries, & Wildlife Outreach for Terrebonne, Lafourche, and Assumption parishes. He can be contacted at 985-873-6495 or amatherne@agcenter.lsu.edu. His articles and blogs are posted at bayoulog.com. You can “Friend” him on Facebook at facebook.com/alan.matherne and follow his “Tweets” on Twitter at twitter.com/amatherne.

tard. Place the baking dish in the roasting pan and carefully pour enough ice water into the pan to come halfway up the sides of the baking dish. 7. Broil the custard about 3 inches from the heat for 2 to 3 minutes, until the sugar has melted and turned a dark amber color; carefully move or rotate the dish if necessary so the sugar caramelizes evenly. Remove from the broiler and cool the custard in the ice water for 5 minutes. 8. Carefully remove the baking dish from the baking pan. Serve right away, or refrigerate, uncovered, for no longer than 1 hour before serving — or the topping will soften.

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If elected as your councilman, I will address these issues: • Preserving our wetlands • Levee protection to safeguard against hurricanes • Traffic congestion in central Lafourche (Mathews area) • Keep the canals and bayous open to the public • Street drainage improvements • Stiffer fines in animal cruelty and neglect cases

As a business owner, I have the opportunity to travel throughout the parish, review the progress of projects and speak with residents whenever I’m needed. I am the youngest of 4 children born to Richard and Lonis Compeaux, Jr. My siblings include Richard, III, Ricky, and Myra Compeaux Plaisance. I’ve served in the United States Army (Engineer), am a member of Cerebral Palsy of Louisiana, Civil Defense Coordinator / Disaster Chairman American Red Cross, Knights of Columbus, American Legion Post 349 and 40 & 8 Voiture 1038.

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10 ways to become financially independent

After the 2008 economic crisis, many people assumed they would never be able to reach true financial independence - the ability to live comfortably off one’s savings and investments with no debt whatsoever. However, individuals willing to use their time horizon to plan and adjust their spending, savings and investment behaviors might just find financial independence is possible. Here are 10 ideas to get started. Visualize first, then plan. Start by considering what your vision of financial independence actually looks like – and then get a reality check. Qualified financial experts can examine your current financial circumstances, listen to what financial independence means to you and help you craft a plan. The path to financial independence may be considerably different at age 20 than it is at age 50; the more time you have to save and invest generally produces a better outcome. But at any age, start with a realistic picture of your op-

tions. Budget. Budgeting (www.practicalmoneyskills.com/budgeting/) – the process of tracking income, subtracting expenses and deciding how to divert the difference to your goals each month – is the essential first task of personal finance. If you haven’t learned to budget, you need to do so. Spend less than you earn. It might be obvious, but it’s one of the most difficult financial behaviors to execute. Adhering to a lower standard of living and expenses will help you put more money into savings and investments sooner. Build smarter safety nets. Emergency funds and insurance are rarely discussed in combination. The traditional definition of an emergency fund is a separate account for cash that can be used instead of credit to repair a broken appliance or other expense that may run a few hundred dollars. However, many people keep insurance deductibles high to keep premiums low. Would you have enough cash on hand to cover an insurance deductible if you had a sudden claim? If not, build your deductible amounts into your emergency fund. Eliminate debt. Though consumer debt levels have generally fallen since the 2008 financial crisis, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York reported in February that home, student loan, auto and credit card debt began creeping up again in 2014. Getting rid of revolving, non-housing debt (www.practicalmoneyskills.com/costofcredit) is one of the most effective ways to free up money for savings and investment. Consider your career. Financial independence doesn’t require you to quit a career you love, but you really can’t get to financial independence without steady income to fuel savings and investments that will build over time. Speak with qualified advisors about your income, benefits and retirement picture first, and see if you might be able to expand your sources of work-related income, such as consulting

part time. Also keep in mind that over the age of 50, the Internal Revenue Service allows you to make catch-up contributions to both 401(k) and IRA accounts. Downsize. You’ll generally reach wealth financial goals faster if you can cut your overall living expenses. For some, that means selling your home and moving to a smaller one or to an area with lower living costs and taxes. You can also sell or donate property you don’t need and use those proceeds to extinguish debt or add to savings or investments. Invest frugally. Become a student of investment fees and commissions because they can cut significantly into your principal. Make a full evaluation of fees you are paying on every investment account you have and if you’re working with a licensed professional who sells you financial products, know what fees they’re charging for their investment and advisory services. Buy assets that generate income. Stocks, real estate, collectibles or cash investments all have up and down markets. But do your homework and focus on investments bought at attractive prices that are likely to appreciate over time. Also, don’t forget to study the tax ramifications of any investment transaction you make. Always know where you are financially. Financial planning isn’t about making one set of financial decisions and assuming you’re set. Lives and situations change and your financial planning must be flexible enough to withstand both positive and negative changes without derailing your hopes for financial independence. If your forte is not investment, financial planning or tax matters, by all means bring in qualified experts to help. But financially independent people generally have their money issues at their fingertips not only for their own use, but for estate purposes as well. Bottom line: Financial independence involves diligence and a bit of sacrifice, but even the smallest moves can yield big outcomes. Nathaniel Sillin directs Visa’s financial education programs. To follow Practical Money Skills on Twitter: www.twitter.com/PracticalMoney

LPSO to host Rape Aggression Defense course A Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) course has been scheduled for November 16, 17 and 18, at the LPSO Training Academy, 1300 Lynn Street in Thibodaux. This self-defense course is designed exclusively for women and will take place over the course of all three evenings. The class will begin at 6 p.m. and end around 9:30 p.m. each night. Participants must at-

Public notice REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS TO LEASE PROPERTY

The Greater Lafourche Port Commission is accepting proposals for a one year hunting lease of property immediately south of the South Lafourche Leonard Miller Jr. Airport. The site is roughly 266.8 acres. Hunting on the site shall be limited to the use of shotguns and bow and arrows. The minimum proposed rental shall be $5,000.00, equivalent to $18.74 per acre. The lessor shall be required to carry general liability insurance with a $1,000,000 combined single limit per occurrence for bodily injury, personal injury, and property damage. A plat of the site can be examined online at www.portfourchon. com under Properties Available. Proposals should include the name, address, phone number, and email address of the bidder and the total annual rental proposed. Proposals shall be hand-delivered to the Commission’s Administration office at 16829 East Main Street, Galliano, LA or mailed in a sealed envelope marked “Proposal for Hunting Lease” to P.O. Box 490, Galliano, LA 70354. Proposals are due by Friday, November 20, 2015 at 2:00PM at which time proposals will be opened and read aloud at the Administrative Office. The Commission reserves the right to accept, reject, or negotiate individual proposals, and to consider all factors allowed by law. Chett Chiasson, Executive Director Greater Lafourche Port Commission 10/21/15 10/28/15 11/4/15

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Town of Grand Isle Regularly Scheduled Town Meeting Tuesday, October 13, 2015 6:00 p.m.

The meeting was called to order by Mayor David Camardelle who led the Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag. Council Member Resweber then followed with a prayer. Roll call was as follows: PRESENT: Council Members – Ray Santiny, Jay Lafont, Clifford Santiny, Jr., Stephen Resweber, Leoda Bladsacker; Police Chief Euris Dubois ABSENT: 0 Motion by Council Member Ray Santiny seconded by Council Member Lafont and unanimously agreed to amend the agenda as presented. Motion by Council Member Resweber seconded by Council Member Clifford Santiny, Jr. and unanimously agreed to close the agenda as amended. Bill Frey, Robert McClellon and Jay Gunter of Progressive Waste Solutions were recognized and presented the board with a proposal for the renewal of the garbage collection contract.

tend all three nights. Cost is $10 to cover the cost of course materials. Class size is limited, and advance registration is required. You can register online through www.LPSO.net /RADsignup. Payment cannot be made through the sign up form. Please send payment by mail, along with your name, address and phone number to: Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office, Attn: DeAnn Barrios, P.O.

They offered to add more equipment and personnel and to make changes that would provide better service to the town. After a short discussion, no action was taken by the Council. Roddy Matherne of Pelican Waste was recognized and presented the Council with a map of the new garbage collection route that will be taken by Pelican Waste on November 1, 2015 under their new contract accepted by the Council. Motion by Council Member Resweber seconded by Council Member Lafont and unanimously agreed to accept the minutes of the September 22, 2015 town meeting as written. Police Chief Dubois was recognized and gave the following police report: For the period of September 7 thru October 12, 2015 there were 5 arrests, 2 accidents and 45 traffic citations issued; call outs handled totaled 820; major calls included 28 medical calls, 2 motor vehicle accidents, 6 fires and 1 fire drill; fines collected for the period totaled $4,943.00. The following resolutions were jointly offered by the Council: RESOLUTION NO. 2697 A resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign an act of donation for properties donated to the Town of Grand Isle by Energy XXI Onshore, LLC. WHEREAS, Energy XXI desires to donate two tracts of land to the Town of Grand Isle for the benefit of the Grand Isle Community. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY the Town Council of the Town of Grand Isle, Jefferson Parish, Louisiana that: The Mayor is hereby authorized to sign acts of donation from Energy XXI, LLC for the following tracts of land: 1. The surface estate only of Tract 5-A, being 5.30 acres of land, more or less, in the La Playa Grande Subdivision No. 1, Section 28 T-22-S, R-24-E, Jefferson Parish, Louisiana. 2. The surface estate only of Tract A-2, being 0.42 acres of land, more or less, in Section 28, T-22-S, R-24-E, Jefferson Parish, Louisiana. Vote thereon as follows: YEAS: Ray Santiny, Lafont, Clifford Santiny, Jr., Resweber, Bladsacker NAYS: 0 ABSENT: 0 This resolution was declared adopted this 13th day of October, 2015. RESOLUTION NO. 2698 A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE APPOINTMENT OF A DIRECTOR AND AN ALTERNATE DIRECTOR TO REPRESENT THE TOWN OF GRAND ISLE, STATE OF LOUISIANA, ON THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE LOUISIANA MUNICIPAL NATURAL GAS PURCHASING AND DISTRIBUTION AUTHORITY AS PROVIDED BY CHAPTER 10-B OF TITLE 33 OF THE LOUISIANA REVISED STATUTES OF 1950. WHEREAS, the Town of Grand Isle, State of Louisiana, has previously become a member of the Authority in accordance with the Act; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 4546.2 of the Act, the governing authority of the Town of Grand Isle, State of Louisiana, desires to approve the appointment of David Camardelle to serve

Box 5608, Thibodaux, LA 70302. Please make checks payable to the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office. The deadline to register for the class is Friday, November 13. The cost is cut to $5 for those who pre-pay by Monday, November 9! For more information, please contact DeAnn Barrios at (985) 449-4436 or by email at deann-barrios@lpso.net.

as a Director of the Authority and to approve the appointment of Clifford Santiny, Jr. to serve as an alternate Director to act in the absence of the director herein above named; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the governing authority of the Town of Grand Isle, State of Louisiana, acting in such capacity: Section 1. That, pursuant to the Act, the appointment of David Camardelle to serve as a Director of the Authority for a term of four (4) years from the date hereof is approved and that the appointment of Clifford Santiny, Jr. to serve as an alternate Director, for like term, to act in the absence of the director is approved. Section 2. That this resolution shall take effect immediately. Passed and adopted by the Town of Grand Isle, State of Louisiana, on this 13th day of October , 2015, by the following votes: Yeas: Ray Santiny, Lafont, Clifford Santiny, Jr., Resweber, Bladsacker Nays: 0 Absent: 0 And the resolution was declared adopted on this 13th day of October, 2015. A joint motion by the Council was unanimously agreed upon to approve to waive Community Center rental fees for the Grand Isle Christmas Club annual Christmas Party on Wednesday, December 09, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. and to approve the purchase of the nuts and fruits for the Christmas Stockings. A joint motion by the Council was unanimously agreed upon to approve to waive any and all permits and fees required for the Miss Grand Isle Beauty Pageant 2nd Annual Fall Fest and Craft Show on October 24th, 2015 from 2:006:00 p.m. at the G.I. Community Center Ball Field. Council Member Bladsacker request/reports: 1. Requested an update on the Chighizola Park basketball court. Street Supervisor Chris Hernandez reported that the cost of laying more cement was too high for enlargement of the court. She then reported that one goal on the court was broken. Council Member Jay Lafont asked if the Port-alet could be anchored as someone keeps turning it over and if the police could make extra patrols in the area. Bob Sevin with Port Commission was recognized and reported on the port activities and presented a pamphlet of their achievements. Mayor’s report: 1. Reported that at the Jefferson Parish Council meeting the BP settlement money was put on hold until after the election. 2. MardiGras World trip with the seniors was a great trip. 3. Reminded that Monday was absentee voting day and urged everyone that would be absent on election day to go out and vote. 4. Thanked Billy Frey and Robert McClellon for their service with Progressive Waste Solutions. Motion by Council Member Ray Santiny seconded by Council Member Lafont and unanimously agreed to adjourn the meeting at 6:55 p.m. David J. Camardelle, Mayor Town of Grand Isle ATTESTED: Ray A. Santiny, Town Clerk Town of Grand Isle

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BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Louisiana officials said last Thursday they are considering a short-term bridge loan to keep money flowing to state-financed construction work, while the next governor starts to dig the state out of its budget mess. Without an influx of new cash, Louisiana will start running out of money for projects at the beginning of February, the state Bond Commission was told. “We need to do something by January or else we have to shut projects down,” said Treasurer John Kennedy, chairman of the commission. No decisions were made Thursday. But the commission, which oversees construction spending, agreed to let Louisiana’s financial advisers explore if it could be less expensive for the state to borrow money over six months rather than with a long-term bond sale. “I don’t have any problems going and looking at what is the state’s cheapest way,” said Senate President John Alario, R-Westwego, who will be returning with the new Legislature in January. Louisiana traditionally finances items in the state construction budget — like building repairs, economic development projects, roadwork, park improvements and lawmakers’ local projects — by selling bonds to investors for upfront cash, with the debt paid off over decades. State financial adviser Renee Boicourt, with Lamont Financial Services Corp., said Louisiana’s financial uncertainty amid the transition to a new governor’s administration and continuing budget gaps could make investors jittery. Whoever is elected this fall as Louisiana’s next governor will walk into immediate troubles in mid-January. Louisiana ended last year with a deficit that needs to be closed, gaps have appeared in this year’s budget and a more than $700 million shortfall is on the horizon for next year. It’s unclear whether term-limited Gov. Bobby Jindal, running for the Republican presidential nomination, will work to lessen some of the problems before leaving office. Boicourt said those financial concerns could boost interest rates that would be locked in for 20 years if the state did a traditional bond sale in January, making it more expensive for the state to pay off the debt. “To some degree, the investors may demand what I’ll call an uncertainty penalty,” she said. Short-term bridge financing could give the new governor and new Legislature time to work through the state’s budget problems. The mechanism being explored involves something called a bond anticipation note. The state would sell it for an infusion

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of cash to pay for construction work, then sell bonds six months or more later to pay off the bond anticipation note and pour new money into the construction account. Asked the possible downside of the approach, Boicourt said if interest rates for the general obligation bond market spike in the interim, a bond sale later in the year could become more expensive. Copyright 2015 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.

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HOMES

House For Sale: 3 br, 1 ba, Reduced to $68,000. Call 985691-1367, leave message. _________________ Mobile Home For Sale: Double wide, 32x45. Must be moved. Fixer upper. Cut Off area. Call 6323138. _________________ Excel. Starter Home For Sale: New construction, 2 br, 1 ba, excel. location, low down payment. FMI call 985-264-6200 or 985-396-3000. _________________ Mobile Home For Sale: 3 br, 1 ba, 2005, 14x64 Patriot, vinyl siding, shingle roof, central heat/air, all electric, appl., asking $15,900. No rent to own. Call 985-6772975. _________________ House For Sale: 337517-2341 or 337-5172340. Golden Meadow. 3 br, 2 ba, home, 1840 sq ft, on piers, lot 146x120, carport, garage/workshop, municipal sewerage. No owner financing. No rent to own available. _________________ (2) Houses & Property For Sale: Can be seen down E. 37th St. Asking $100,000. Call 985-278-6314. _________________

Free Mobile Home: 1984 Buccaneer Mobile Home, 2 br, 1 ba, needs work but great fixer upper. Must be moved ASAP. Can be seen at 222 E. 36th St., Cut Off. If int. call 696-5021 or 6960215. _________________

BUSINESS

OPPORTUNITY

Restaurant Building For Lease: Great location/move in ready, 13025 Hwy. 1, Larose. Fully equipped/addt’l b-b-q room attached. Approx. 3,000 sq ft., $3000 / mth, $1000 / dep. Serious inquiries only. Call 985-6657375. _________________ Office Space For Rent: 13372 W. Main, Hwy 1 and the corner of W. 25th St., Suite D, 1400 sq ft, with a waiting rm, receptionists space, 6 separate rooms, kitchenette & restroom. FMI call 985-693-8770. _________________

LAND

Land For Sale: 635x100, unrestricted & undeveloped, property in Galliano. Borders 40 arpent canal, great for crawfish pond, hunting, etc. Asking $37,000. Call 985-696-7912, leave message. _________________

FOR SALE

28 acres, Cabin, house trailer, R.V. Carport, Shed, 4 acre Lake, 40 acre lease adjoins property, R.V. Carport with Full Hook-ups. 4 acre deep water, stock lake & more.

Jasper County, Mississippi

American Realty

$365,000

200 Hwy. 3161, Suite 1, Cut Off • 325-7107

Call 985-637-1519 Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated Panky Christen - Broker / Owner • owner / agent

UNITS AVAILABLE NOW!

Rural Property For Sale: 60+/acres for sale. Good hunting, deer, turkey & ducks. Property is between Union & Ouachita WMA’s. Running creek. 16x80 trailer with 3 br, 2 ba, good cond., with back porch. Property is fenced & cross fenced, 3 gas wells on property. $200,000 firm. Marion, LA. Union Parish. Call Larry Dufrene at 318608-1700. _________________

FOR RENT

Apts. For Rent in Larose: 2 br, 1 ba, $750 / mth, $750 / security dep., no pets, no smoking (no exceptions). FMI call 985-537-3567. _________________ House For Rent: 3 br, 1.5 ba, Cut Off. Good neighborhood. $850/mth, $850/dep. Call 985-691-1367, leave message. _________________ Houses For Rent: 4 br, 2 ba, $1400/mth; Newly remodeled, discount available. Near SL bridge, no pets. Call 985-632-6188. _________________

FOR RENT 2ND MONTH FREE 2BR, 1ba. apartments, $650/mo. and $500/dep. Move in before 10/31 and you pay ZERO rent in November! No pets. Cut Off area. 985-2587510. _________________

Office For Rent: Professional-Immaculatebrick, 1040 sq ft, generator, 526 Main St., Lockport. $2000 / mth. Call 985-5323531 or 985-8050234. _________________ House For Rent: Unfurnished, 3 br, 1 ba, living rm, kitchen, laundry rm, quiet neighborhood. Located in Larose area. No pets, no smoking. $750/mth, $700/sec. dep. Must sign 6-mth. lease. FMI call 985693-7040. _________________ House For Rent: Ready to move in. 1 br, 1.5 ba, in quiet Cut Off neighborhood, very spacious, appl. included. $650/mth, $500/dep. FMI call 985-693-6510. _________________

EXPOSURE EQUALS SALES American Realty

No other real estate company will give your property more exposure than Century 21 American Realty.

LEADING THE AREA IN SALES!

200 Hwy. 3161, Cut Off Panky Christen, Broker

Panky

Barbara

Addy

Lisa

985-325-7107

Kim

Susan

Liz

Angela

Each office is independently owned & operated.

Brick Home For Rent: Completely remodeled, unfurnished, 3 br, 2 ba, living rm, dining, lg. kitchen, carport, outside covered cooking area, spacious yard, quiet neighborhood, no pets, no smoking. Larose, north of Intracoastal. $1100/mth, $800/dep. Call 985693-7040. _________________ Apt. For Rent in Lockport area: 1 br, 1 ba, w/d, $550/mth, $550/dep. Also 2 br, 1 ba, Brick House For Rent in Galliano area, with appl., No pets. $1000/mth, $1000/dep. FMI call 985-798-7433. _________________ Trailer For Rent: 3 br, 2 ba, down W. 96th St. $850 / mth, $850 / dep. Ready Oct. 1st. Call 985-665-2548. _________________ Brick Home For Rent: Ready to move in, remodeled. 3 br, 2 ba, great location in Larose area, appl. included. $1100/mth, $800/dep. FMI call 985-693-6510. _________________ Trailer For Rent: 2 br, 2 ba, fully furn., in the Golden Meadow area, $800 / mth, $800 / damge dep. FMI call 985-665-1220. _________________ Apt. For Rent: Unfurnished in Cut Off area. 2 br, 1 ba, includes stove, fridge & pd. water. No pets. $600/mth, $500/dep. FMI call 985-6326845. _________________ Trailer For Rent: 2 br, 1 ba, on E. 7th St., Larose. Unfurnished. $500/mth, $500/dep. Taking applications. Call 985-691-3099. _________________ 2 Story House For Rent: Brick, in Galliano. 5 br, 3 ba, unfurn., no pets, no smoking inside. $1400 / mth, $1400 / dep. Call 985-6967373. _________________ Duplex For Rent in Lockport area: 2 br, 1 ba, water pd., fridge & stove included, plus w/d hook up. $750/mth, $500/dep. Call 985-677-0915. _________________ Trailer For Rent: 2 br, 2 ba, no pets, $650/mth, $400/dep. in Galliano. Call 985278-8974. _________________

OFFICE BUILDING FOR RENT

FOR RENT Mobile Homes, Cabins, Campers and Lots - with Laundromat & Store. Campers for Sale - lease purchase or cash.

De Renta: Trailas solares y campers con Lavenderia y tienda Hispana para servirles mejor. 108 Peterson Lane, Galliano 985-637-4133 _________________

House For Rent: 3 br, 2 ba, unfurn., living rm, kitchen, shared garage, ready to move in. Located in Larose area. Some appl. included. $1300 / mth, $1000 / dep. Includes utilities (fixed), no pets, no smoking, Call 985-258-6714. _________________ House For Rent: 2 br, w/shed, partly furn., quiet neighborhood in Galliano, no pets, no smoking inside, background check. $775 / mth, $700 / dep. Call 985475-7763 or 985-6377763. _________________ House For Rent: 2 br, Lockport area, includes w/d, $700/mth, $700/dep. FMI call 985-798-7433. _________________ House For Rent: 106 W. 161st St. in Galliano. 3 br, 1 ba, fenced yard. $900 / mth, $900 / dep. Now taking applications. Call 985-258-7352. _________________ Mobile Home For Rent: 2 br, 1 ba, renovated, fully furn., utilities included, background checks, no pets, no smoking inside. $800/mth, $800/dep. Call 985637-7273. _________________ Mobile Home For Rent: 3 br, 2 ba, newly remodeled, new roof, lg. covered porch at 227 W. 64th St, Cut Off. $800/mth, $800/dep. Call 985637-4269. _________________ HOUSE MATE WANTED: No pets, non smoker. Call 985215-0746. _________________ Trailer For Rent: 145 W. 63rd St., Cut Off. 1-yr. lease, 2 br, 1 ba, remodeled inside. No pets. $700 / mth, $700 / dep. Call or apply at location. 985-6323899. _________________

Located at 11878 Hwy. 308 near Larose Overpass

Call 985-665-7112 or 985-693-4156 Y Your our Home L Lending ending Exp Experts. erts.

Grand Isle: Huge 3 br Mobile Home For Rent, furn., on lg. private lot, recently remodeled, 2 people $800/mth, more $850/mth. Call Pat at 985-787-2207 & leave message. _________________ Trailer For Rent: 3 br, 1 ba, $800/mth, $400/dep. No pets, no smoking, quiet neighborhood. Call 985258-0908 or 985-632-273. _________________ Trailer For Rent: 3 br, 2 ba, private street. Call 985-677-1155. _________________ Apt. For Rent: 1 br, 1 ba, $650/mth, $600/dep., 203B W. 45th St., Cut Off. Water pd, fully furn. Cal 985-325-2394. _________________ Mobile Home For Rent: 3 br, 1 ba, Cut Off area, $1000/mth, (utilities, water & pest control included), $500/damage dep. Call 985-278-0122. _________________

MERCHANDISE

Plastic Pallets For Sale: $10 each or $8 each for 15 or more. Call FMI 985-6937229. _________________ Power Wheelchair For Sale, needs battery. Almost brand new, hardly used. Asking $2000, originally pd. $6400. Call 985-632-6619. _________________ Honey For Sale: Christy’s Local Raw Honey. 1 lb. jars-$5 ea. Call 985-6774178. _________________

Huge Multi Fly. Garage Sale: Thurs., Fri. & Sat., Oct. 22, 23 & 24, 8 am to 3 pm. Early birds welcome on Wed. from 5 to 7 pm at 104 Daxton St., Larose (street on side of GoBears), tons of name brand clothes from infant to plus, toys, Barbies, MH dolls, furn., antiques, household, cleaning, kitchen & personal care items, purses, shoes, home décor, many items, brand new. Too much to put out, new things added daily, not to be missed. Garage sale of the year! _________________ Garage Sale: Thurs. Oct. 22 at W. 47th St., in back of street, 8 am till. Clothes, knick knacks, DVD’s, toys, etc. _________________ Garage Sale: Thurs. Oct. 22 at 205 W. 139th St., Cut Off, 8 am to 3 pm. Clothes, knick knacks, some tools, hot dogs & sweets. _________________ Garage Sale: Thurs. Oct. 22 & Fri. Oct. 23, 8 am to 2 pm at 378 E. 40th St., Cut Off. Lots of everything. _________________ Garage Sale: Saturday, October 24 from 7am to 2pm at 332 West 47th Street in Cut Off. Lots of everything.

MOTORCYCLES

Honda 750 Spirit For Sale: Red flames tank-black body, hard trunk w/saddle bags, stereo, full windshield, butt buddy, 3 power outlets & more. $3000 Firm. Call 985-6967399. _________________

AUTOS

GARAGE SALES

1994 Ford Ranger For Sale: Runs good, ac works. Asking $575. Call 985-2784844. _________________ 2012 Toyota Corolla For Sale: 59,000 miles. Asking $8900. Well maintained, excel. used car. Call Collin at 985-6967937. _________________

Garage Sale: Thurs. & Fri. Oct. 22 & 23 from 7 am till at 261 E. 88th St., Cut Off. Lots of items, some plants. No early birds please. Don’t miss it. Rain or shine. _________________ Huge Garage Sale: Sat. Oct. 24, 8 am, at 823 Alex Plaisance Blvd., Golden Meadow, across from car wash on 4-lane hwy. & just north of mini storages. Multi fly. sale w/toys, kids patio table, Little Tykes toys, home décor, women / men / boys, etc. clothes, shoes & more. _________________ Moving Sale: Everything modestly priced at 185D East 59th St., Cut ff. 7 am to 2 pm. _________________ Yard Sale: Oct. 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, & 31. 7 am till 12 noon. Lots of throws for Mardi Gras, lots of everything at 114 W. 217th St., Golden Meadow. Behind motel. _________________

OPEN CRAFT DECK SALE

October 24 & 25

345 W. 133rd St., Cut Off • 985-637-2897 Come see my handmade craft items:

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Jefferson Parish Professional Job Opportunity HEAD START TEACHER – GRAND ISLE

Jefferson Parish Government is hiring a Head Start Teacher for our Grand Isle Head Start location. $2,442.25 monthly wage plus benefits. This position has responsibility as a classroom manager, working in conjunction with other staff to plan and coordinate classroom activities in compliance with Head Start guidelines. Applicants must be willing and able to accept a Head Start Teacher position in GRAND ISLE and must meet one (1) of the following: 1. Possession of an accredited Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or in an equivalent education major in which the primary focus of study is care and development of preschool children (i.e., children 3 to 5 years-of-age). OR 2. Possession of an accredited Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in any subject, including at least eighteen (18) credit hours of coursework relating to ECE; plus, at least six (6) months of experience working in an early childhood setting with preschool children. OR 3. Current employment with Jefferson Parish and permanent civil service status in the classification of Head Start Teacher, Assistant; plus, possession of an accredited Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in any subject, including at least eighteen (18) credit hours of coursework relating to ECE. OR 4. Current employment with Jefferson Parish and permanent civil service status in the classification of Head Start Teacher, Assistant; plus, possession of an accredited Associate’s degree (or higher) in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or in an equivalent education major in which the primary focus of study is the care and development of preschool children; supplemented by a minimum of two (2) years of experience working in an early childhood setting with preschool children.

Call 504-364-2730 for more information or apply online at www.jeffparish.net/jppd.

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Daily Comet

The Daily Comet has openings in Lafourche Parish for newspaper route carriers!!! Routes are a good second income for stay at home moms / dads, retirees or anyone else with a few hours of extra time daily. Reliable transportation and a pleasant attitude for dealing with the public.

Call Linda or Penny for details:

448-7623

K-Mar Supply of Fourchon

Full Time Clerk is now accepting applications for a

Job duties include: (but not limited to) Answering phones, taking care of light paperwork, and data entry. Computer experience preferred. Candidate must be a fast learner, multi-tasked and be self-motivated. Apply in person at 654 A.O. Rappelet Rd., Fourchon (NAPA, Next Door to Truck Stop)

No Phone Calls Please! Must Speak English!

The entire newspaper is available

online at TLGnewspaper.com

Office: 985-693-7229 Fax: 985-693-8282

www.thelafourchegazette.com Garage Sale: Fri. & Sat. Oct. 23 & 24 at 17351 E. Main, Lot 1, Galliano. Crafts, toys, clothes, and lots more, etc., 8 am to 5 pm _________________ 5 Fly. Yard Sale: Thurs. & Fri., Oct. 22 & 23, children & adult name brand clothes, collectibles treasurers, too much to list. East 5th St. House #224. Early birds welcome. _________________ Big Yard Sale, Thurs. Oct. 22 & Sat. Oct. 24, 9 am to 4 pm. Lots of everything. Stop by 913 B Lafourche St., Lockport. Indoor sale, also, not just outside. _________________ 3 Fly. Garage Sale: Thur. Oct. 22, 8 am to 3 pm at 109 W. 9th St. Clothes, bikes, comforter sets, knick knacks, 75 gal. tank$25, 29 gal. aquarium w/pump & stand-$75 & live guppies. Early birds welcome after 5 pm on Wed. Rain or shine. _________________ Huge 3 Fly. Garage Sale: Lots of baby stuff, dishes, blanket. Too much to list, Thurs. Oct 22 at 528 Chester Lee St, from 8 am to 2 pm _________________ Garage Sale: 185 E. 74th Place, Thurs., Fri. & Sat. New fall/winter clothing, jackets, shoes, slippers, socks, underwear for men, women, boys, girls & infants. Toys at half price for xmas, fragrances, cosmetics, blankets, fall decorations, boutique hair bows & ribbon by the roll, watches, wallets, purses, candles, towels, Saints & LSU t-shirts, All Saints Day flowers. Satsuma’s oranges. _________________ Garage Sale: Thurs. Oct. 23 at 239 W. 47th St., Cut Off. 8 am till. No early birds. Lots of everything. _________________

HELP WANTED

Lafourche Arc is looking for energetic, compassionate individuals to work flexible hrs. and days w / individuals w / disabilities who live in the lower Lafourche area. Assistance with transportation, personal hygiene & household tasks is needed. Agency will train. High school diploma, GED or 5 yrs paid related exp. required. Scheduling flexibility required. FMI contact Meka Williams at 985447-6214 ext. 120 or Gina Gaudet at ext. 115. Applications may be completed at Lafourche Arc, 100 W. Main St., Thibodaux. EOE, M/F/V/H. _________________ Southern Guard Service, Inc. is now accepting applications for Security Guard positions. Apply at 109 W. 12th St., Larose. Call 985-6934316. _________________ Tower Loan of Cut Off: Positions available – Manager Trainees. Call 985632-7300 for appt. or fax resume to 985632-7305. _________________ Joe’s Environmental Contractors has immediate openings for Class A CDL drivers with X-Endorsement. Health, Dental, Vision, and Retirement benefits included. Come join a growing team! Apply in person at 15344 Highway 3235 Cut Off, LA 70345 or call 985-258-8785. _________________

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS

CAPTAINS & MATES

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NO PHONE CALLS

RESUME & MERCHANT MARINE DOCUMENTS CAN BE SUBMITTED BY:

Mail: Servicio Marina Superior 106 Canal Blvd. Thibodaux, LA 70301

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CAMPS • RESIDENTIAL • OFFICES • CONSTRUCTION

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Weekly, Bi-Weekly & Monthly Cleanings, Move In / Out Cleaning, One-Time Cleaning & Heavy Duty Cleanings No job too big or small! All equipment and supplies provided. References available! Reliable and Insured. Call Robin Bielkiewicz for info. on the services we provide!

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Wednesday, October 21, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

Coastal Janitorial Services Now Hiring Positions. 5 days a week. Call 632-5791. _________________ Firefighter/Operator and Fire Communications Officer (dispatcher): LPFD3 offers competitive salaries, IRA plan, health, vision & dental ins., pd. vacation & pd. holiday. Must possess a valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license & high school diploma or GED. Please apply in person at Fire Central, 17462 W. Main, Cut Off. Need more information contact Codi Collins at 985-6328068. _________________ Hibbett Sports is hiring for its store in Cut Off. Retail Store Manager, Manager in Training, Assistant Manager, & Retail Sales Associate. Apply at www.hibettjobs.com. Background check required. _________________ Looking For an Exp. Automotive Mechanic. Call Watson Salvage Auto at 985637-0164. _________________ Cook Needed for offshore supply vessel. Exp. required. Apply in person at 20804 Hwy. 1, Golden Meadow. No Phone Calls. _________________ Salon U is looking for a Licensed & Exp. Nail Technician, Massage Therapist, Esthetician and/or Hair Stylist. Please contact Rosalyn Chiasson at 985-696-4540. _________________ Need Exp. Farm Laborer: Call 504-6283309 between 8 am & 6 pm. _________________

Route Manager Needed: No exp. necessary. Excel. pay, health, dental & supplement ins., vacation & holiday pay, Sundays off and more. Apply at 14492 W. Main, Cut Off. Resumes to careers@rtostores.ne t. Frequent delivery and/or pickup of furn/appl. Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs. Clean driving record. Must pass criminal background check. _________________ The Lafourche Council on Aging has job opening for a Homemaker in the Galliano / Golden Meadow area. This job is for 22 hrs. per week at $9.72 per hr. Mileage is reimbursed at $.51 per mile. Must have reliable transportation. Must be able to pass pre-employment drug test. Must be able to pass state police background check. Deadline to apply is Fri., Oct. 23 at 12 noon. Apply at LCOA Office in Mathews. 985-5320458. _________________ Part Time Building Manager needed for the Larose Regional Park & Civic Center. Seeking professional, energetic person who is responsible. Applicant must be willing to work special events, nights & weekends. Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs. & must possess a cheerful disposition when working with staff, guests and the public. Applicants must apply in person on Mon-Fri. from 9 am till 3 pm with a resume and references. 307 E. 5th St., Larose. www.bayoucivicclub.org. _________________

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SBL Const., LLC, looking for Laborer, good working skills, transportation, TWIC card, driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license. Call 985-665-1220. _________________ CDL Over the Road Truck Driver: Great starting pay, flexible home time, pd. training. Start your career today. 866-496-1929. _________________ Need Exp. Farm Laborer: Call 504-6283309 between 8 am & 6 pm. _________________ Personnel Van Driver Wanted: Must have 1-yr. veritable exp. driving passengers. If you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have the exp. that can be verified please do not apply. Must have a clean driving record. Must have or be able to obtain a Class C CDL. Must have TWIC card. Must be able of pass drug screen this is an on cal driving job that requires you to pick up and drop off passengers from oilfield boat docks, heliports, & airports across gulf coat. Good pay & benefits for right person. Call John at 337-5346896. _________________ SBL Construction, LLC seeking a CDL Driver, reliable, good work ethic, provide own transportation. FMI call 985-6651220. _________________

SERVICES

Concrete Work Forming, pouring & finishing â&#x20AC;&#x201C; houses, buildings, driveways, patios, walkways, etc. Call Glenn Hughes, Jr at 985-209-5552. _________________ J & Pâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tree Service & Sawmill, LLC Land Clearing, Dozer & Excavator, Tree Removal, Trimming, Stump Grinding, Demolition, Lumber cut to order, For Sale: Firewood, Mulch and Dirt. State Arborâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s License & Insured. Call 985-632-2540 or 985696-5174. _________________ Can Do Brick, Block & Stone Work. Call for free estimates. Keith Thayer at 985-637-3569. _________________ Dougâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pressure Washing & Painting Insured Commercial & Residential. Douglas A Plaisance, Owner / Operator. 985-637-8633 _________________

We Do Redo Remodeling, Inc. Total Renovation & Add Ons! Kitchen & bathroom remodel, tile, vinyl siding, decking, etc, plumbing & electric wiring. Call Marvin Thibodaux, Sr. at 985-291-0953. _________________ Earlâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Yard & Pressure Washing Service., Earl P. Duet, owner. Call 985-6917570. _________________

Barrios Carpentry

We do it all! Custom bathroom and kitchens, tile work, flooring, electrical, sheetrock, painting and and all renovations and additions 985-691-8126 or 985-696-5560 _________________

LaBove Plumbing

LMP 7038 Gas â&#x20AC;˘ Water â&#x20AC;˘ Sewer 16844 West Main St. Cut Off, LA 70345 State Licensed & Insured We accept credit & debit cards.

985-991-1881

Trey LaBove, owner. _________________

Dog Grooming at Pitreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Feed & Seed. Call JoAnn Pitre at 696-2321. _________________ Tim Harris Flooring Installation Services Carpet, vinyl, laminate, wood, ceramic, custom showers, painting, carpentry, sheet rock. Purchase floor anywhere, we will install. Manufactures warranty floors, not flooring stores. Free estimates. Call 985-677-0474 or 985677-2526. _________________ Baby Sitter: Opening for 2 children ages infant to school age. Call 985-696-2901, ask for Lee. _________________ Guitar Lessons Accepting all ages & levels, 1 hr. private lessons, give your children the gift of music or learn to play your favorite songs. Graduate of M.I., ref. available. Call Josh at 985-258-2053. _________________ Curryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Painting Service New construction, remodels, interior-exterior, pressure washing, shingle roofing, new & repair. Exp. Call 985-258-0465 or 985-258-6414. _________________

Cajun Roofing & Carpentry, Inc. Best Prices on the Bayou. Sha! I Guarantee! Metal, shingle and patch jobs, vinyl siding, cement board siding, painting, pressure washing, remodeling, wood, ceramic & laminate floors, cabinets, windows, doors, porches, decks, patios, custom shutters, additions, new construction and more! Metal roof prices that canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be beat. No job too big or too small. 20 yrs. exp. Free estimate. Call Curtis at 985-397-6254 or email curtisorgeron @gmail.com _________________ Quality Roofing By Kernny Comardelle Metal roofing, small jobs & repairs. Call 985-696-7912, leave message. _________________ Kerry Chiasson Carpentry For all your carpentry needs. Call 985-6376279. _________________ Curryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tree Service Tree cutting & trimming, any size, reasonable rates, free estimates, licensed. Call 985-258-0465. _________________ Private Voice Lessons: Certified & exp. vocal music teacher, now accepting students. Call June at 985-258-5428. _________________ Fun-N-Fizz Beauty Essentials Handmade body butters, lotion bars, lip balms & bath bombs & made to order baskets for all occasions. Made with all natural unrefined Shea butter, mango butter, cocoa butter and natural oils. Great quality & low prices. If int. please contact Adrienne at 318-758-2808 or 985632-2676. _________________ We Do Deer Processing at â&#x20AC;&#x153;Couzan Jâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;sâ&#x20AC;? Specialty Meat Market, 704 Alex Plaisance Blvd., Golden Meadow, across from T-Pops. Phone: 337534-6896. _________________ Evans Concrete Construction House slabs, driveways, sidewalks, etc. No job too big or too small. Call Leonard Evans at 985-6772959. _________________

NOTICES

Using The Lafourche Gazetteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dumpster located near the East Side Food Store building across from the office is not allowed! Violators will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. Also, do not dump seafood peelings or other items into the bayou behind The Lafourche Gazetteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s property, 12958 East Main, Larose. _________________ PUBLIC NOTICE Attention Louisiana Homeowners! For too long have our hardworking families been taken advantage of by companies claiming to be certified to perform plumbing services on their properties. It is against the law and enforced by the Louisiana State Plumbing Board to ensure the health and welfare of our community. When not installed/repaired by a qualified licensed plumber, water, sewage and gas piping systems can create hazardous conditions such as: water damage, rot, toxic mold, the spread of disease, carbon monoxide poisoning and house fire. Louisiana has strict qualifications and regulations for licensed plumbers including: â&#x20AC;˘A 5 yr/8000 hr. apprenticeship program before qualifying to take Louisianaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s plumbing exam. â&#x20AC;˘Annual continued education classes to ensure they are up to date an any changes. â&#x20AC;˘Annual renewal of state plumbing license. â&#x20AC;˘Full company insurance specifically for plumbing. â&#x20AC;˘Permanent company vehicle lettering, displaying their Louisiana State Plumbing License number, company name, address & phone number. For the good of our communities please report any illegal plumbing activity, information, and photos of the Louisiana State Plumbing Board at email address ajones@spbla.com. Also visit www.spbla.com for any up to date roster of current Louisiana Licensed Plumbers. _________________

POSTED: No trespassing, hunting, trapping, fishing or discharging of weapons on properties located at E. 139th St. thru E. 140th St. in Galliano through the 40 acre canal in Lafourche Parish. Violators will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. _________________ Jenny Dardar contact Henry J. Lafont, Jr., Attorney at Law at 985-693-3308. _________________ POSTED: No Trespassing, Hunting, Trapping or Fishing on all properties owned by Louisiana Delta Farms - I.P. Farmâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Inc. in Lafourche Parish. Violators will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. ________________

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BEVERLY BABIN Beverly Babin Foret, 83, a native of Houma and resident of Raceland, passed away on October 16, 2015. Visitation was held on Monday, October 19 from 8:30 a.m. till service time at 1 p.m. at Chauvin Funeral Home. Burial was at Terrebonne Memorial Park. She is survived by son, Bobby Foret and wife Wendy; daughter in law, Rhonda Blanchard Foret; brother, Donald Babin; sister, Yvette Blanchard; grandchildren, Joni Boudreaux, Jamie Foret, Tiffany LeBoeuf, Tyler Foret, Bobby Foret II, Kerry Cortez; great grandchildren, Alexis, Brianna, Austin, Sarah, Veronica and Davie. She was preceded in death by spouse, Lawrence â&#x20AC;&#x153;L.J.â&#x20AC;? Foret; parents, Eddie Babin and Orphies Luke Babin; son, Ronnie Foret; brother, Randall Babin, sister, Gladys Naquin. ________________________________

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Sheriff Craig Webre announced the arrest of Raymond Taylor, 32, of Golden Meadow on Friday, October 16. In late September, detectives opened an investigation after learning three Raymond children, all under the age of 13, were involved in separate incidents of sexual nature with Raymond Taylor. Through investigation, detectives learned Taylor had allegedly shown pornographic videos to each of the three children. In one instance, Taylor allegedly forced one child to touch him in a sexual manner. Detectives made contact with Taylor on Friday, October 16, and questioned him about the incidents. Following questioning, Taylor was arrested for sexual battery and two counts of indecent behavior with juveniles, all felonies. He was transported to the Lafourche Parish Detention Center in Thibodaux where he remains in lieu of $130,000 bond.

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Judge: Louisiana must fund Planned Parenthood for 14 days Wednesday, October 21, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

KEVIN McGill Associated Press

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Louisiana must continue providing Medicaid funding to Planned Parenthood clinics for 14 more days while a legal battle continues over Gov. Bobby Jindal’s recent order to block the funding, a federal judge ruled. U.S. District Judge John deGravelles in Baton Rouge heard arguments Friday. His order was signed Sunday and made public Monday morning. Without his ruling, funding was expected to end Monday. A hearing date will be set after a Monday afternoon conference call, according to the order. Planned Parenthood had challenged the state’s right to end the funding for cancer screenings, gynecology exams and other health services. Jindal, running for the Republican presidential nomination, began the defunding effort after videos were released by the antiabortion Center for Medical Progress. The center said the videos showed that Planned Parenthood illegally sells fetal tissue for profit.

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The following information is based on reports from the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office. Those individuals have been booked with, not convicted of, the offenses shown. All accused should be presumed innocent until proved guilty. OCTOBER 13, 2015 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Joshua Clement, 35, Thibodaux. Possession of marijuana, resisting an officer, fugitive, poss. or dist. of drug para. Lacey Richard, 30, Thibodaux. Disturbing the peace. Reonnieca Turner, 26, Thibodaux. Contempt of court (2 cts). Michael Bourgeois, 43, Gibson. Theft (4 cts), simple burglary-immovable structure. Christopher Doiron, 29, Galliano. Contempt of court. Jackquealyn Delatte, 24, Cut Off. Possession or dist. of drug para., poss. of meth. Lance Ingram, 27, Raceland. Stopping, standing or parking prohib. places, resisting an officer, poss. of cocaine, driver must be licensed. Pachen Canty, 35, Raceland. Harboring a fugitive (accessory after the fact). Louisiana State Police Ivan Espinosa-Solis, 30, Houma. Identity theft, unlawful prod., manuf., dist. or poss. of fraudulent documents for ident. Purposes, fugitive of Terrebonne Parish. OCTOBER 14, 2015 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Amy Ann Adams, 33, Lockport. Contempt of court (3 cts). Dylan Shayne Breaux, 23, Raceland. Taking contraband to/from penal inst. Prohibited (felony). Justin Derrell Charles, 37, Gonzales. Contempt of court. Craig Paul Cheramie, 35, Larose. Criminal trespass-immovable structure (2 cts), contempt of court. Ronnie Paul Delaune, 41, Larose. Theft by shoplifting, violation of protective order. Dwan Ajar Demere, 36, Galliano. Simple burglary-immovable structure (attempted). Craig James Flurry, 30, Houma. Fugitive from justice. Jeffery Gales, 51, Raceland. Contempt of court (3 cts). Mark Joseph Perrin, 19, Larose. Poss/dist. of drug para., poss. of heroin, creator/operation of a clandestine lab for the unlawful manuf. of cds (felony). Darren James Savoie, 53, Math-

Planned Parenthood, which does not currently provide abortions in Louisiana, denies the allegation and says the videos are misleading. Lawyers for Planned Parenthood Gulf Coast, the Planned Parenthood arm that provides medical services in Louisiana, argued that Jindal’s fight to cut funding for its non-abortionrelated services is politically motivated. “In fact, uncontradicted evidence in the record at this time is that PPGC does not perform abortions in Louisiana, is not involved in the sale of fetal tissue and none of the conduct in question occurred at the PPGC’s two Louisiana facilities,” DeGravelles wrote in his 59page ruling. He said it appears likely Planned Parenthood will be able to prove that the funding cutoff was being attempted for reasons unrelated to the organization’s competence. Planned Parenthood says 5,200 low-income Medicaid patients obtain services through their two Louisiana clinics. The organization doesn’t currently provide abortions in Louisiana but does offer other health services, such as cancer screenings and gynecological

exams. “It is shameful that Governor Jindal is trying to score political points by blocking women’s access to critical health care,” Melissa Flournoy, state director of Planned Parenthood Gulf Coast, said in a statement hailing the order as a victory. Raegan Carter, with Planned Parenthood Gulf Coast, has described Jindal’s decision as political grandstanding. She’s called Jindal’s action against clinics illegal. In reacting to the judge’s ruling, Mike Reed, a spokesman for Gov. Jindal, said Planned Parenthood has engaging in classic misdirection regarding the millions they have repaid in Medicaid fraud and their own admissions in the videos. “Instead of going through the same administrative review as any other Medicaid provider, they are running to the federal courts and asking for special treatment,” Reed said. “We will appeal this decision and continue to fight to ensure Planned Parenthood no longer receives taxpayer funding.” Arguing for the state, at-

ews. Contempt of court. Erin Ernest Serigny, 23, Cut Off. Contempt of court, violation of probation/parole. Josalyn Ann Smith, 42, Houma. Contempt of court (5 cts). Lockport Police Department Douglas J. Thomassie, Jr., 55, Lockport. Contempt of court (2 cts). Thibodaux Police Department Bruce James Hebert, 30, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Chance Demond, 30, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Darren Walker, 23, Thibodaux. Contempt of court (5 cts). OCTOBER 15, 2015 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Jermaine S. Jackson, 39, Labadieville. Possession of crack cocaine, poss. of marijuana (2nd offense), poss. of hydrocodone. Brandon Ledet, 20, Houma. SCDP, dab, aggravated battery w/dangerous weapon. Joseph Mandella, Jr., Raceland. Contempt of court. Troy Joseph Mayeaux, 34, Cut Off. Contempt of court. Shanika McGuire, 32, Gray. SCDP (felony). Danielle Stabile, 29, Raceland. Contempt of court (3 cts). Dessirae Renye Thompson, 29, Cut Off. Contempt of court (4 cts). Victor Antonio Jones, 30, Donaldsonville. Contempt of court (2 cts). Thibodaux Police Department Brittany Meredith Johnston, 28, Thibodaux. Aggravated battery w/dangerous weapon. Brandon Paul Percle, 30, Thibodaux. DAB. OCTOBER 16, 2015 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Oliver Trahan, 21, Raceland. Illegal carrying of weapon in presence of cds, legend drug imprint, poss. of hydrodrocone, poss. or dist. of drug para. Lamark Bowens, 25, Westwego. Contempt of court (2 cts). Lamark Bowens, 25, Westwego. Contempt of court (2 cts). Desmond Collins, 37, Gray. Contempt of court. Jonathan Watkins, 30, Thibodaux. Simple cruelty to animals. Kia Adams, 26, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Kenneth Lawson, 31, Houma. Fugitive. Brennan Hodges, 31, Thibodaux. Improper telephone communications. Raymond Taylor, 32, Golden Meadow. Indecent behavior with juveniles (2 cts).

Hannah Herbert, 33, Houma. Cruelty to juveniles. Jodie Savoie, 36, Lockport. Violation of protective orders. Carissa Theriot, 19, Montegut. Contempt of court (2 cts). Jordan Burson, 28, Houma. Contempt of court. Thibodaux Police Department Johanna Tabor, 48, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Christian Knight, 24, Houma. Attempted poss. of xanax. Percy Scott, 46, Vacherie. Fugitive of Lafayette Parish. Lockport Police Department Chad Dufrene, 28, Lockport. Possession of marijuana (3rd offense), speeding, illegal use of controlled drug in presence of persons under 17. Christopher Terrebonne, 23, Lockport. Unauthorized use of an inhabited dwelling. Golden Meadow Police Department Avia Chouest, 30, Golden Meadow. Possession of xanax, prohibited acts Schedule IV (2 cts), poss. of hydrocodone, poss. of crack cocaine, prohibited acts Scheduled II (2 cts). Andrell Gant, 34, Raceland. Contempt of court (2 cts). OCTOBER 17, 2015 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Robert Jenkins, 33, Raceland. Contempt of court (4 cts). Louisiana State Police Chad Simoneaux, 47, Thibodaux. DWI 1st, no license plate light, driving under suspension, open alcoholic beverage in container. Anne Matherne, 20, Cut Off. Possession of marijuana. Thibodaux Police Department Zachary Edgens, 22, Baker. Disturbing the peace, enter/remain after being forbidden, simple escape, resisting an officer. OCTOBER 18, 2015 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Altee Tenpenny, 20, Arkansas. Illegal carrying of weapons, illegal use of weapons or dangerous instrumentalities, obstruction public passages. Christopher Terrebonne, 23, Lockport. SCDTD. Joseph Leco, 40, Houma. Simple battery. Lockport Police Department Charles Chiasson, 50, Thibodaux. Violation of protective order. Louisiana State Police Paul Johnson, 42, Raceland. DWI 1st offense, speeding.

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torney Jimmy Faircloth said Friday that the judge should stay out of the matter for now because Planned Parenthood had not yet gone through a state administrative appeal process. The appeal process would have suspended the planned funding cutoff until a decision was reached. Planned Parenthood lawyer Carrie Flaxman said there was no legal requirement that the organization go through the state process before heading to federal court. DeGravelles agreed.

Carter has said the clinics were reimbursed nearly $730,000 during the organization’s last budget year for services provided to Medicaid patients. Carter said without the Medicaid revenue, the clinics would have been forced to reduce staff and hours and the Baton Rouge clinic may shut down entirely. Faircloth said the videos were a catalyst for a hard look at Planned Parenthood’s practices. But, he emphasized that the move to cut off Medicaid money was based on other factors. For instance, the state

cites a $4.3 million settlement in Texas of claims that the organization billed government programs for services that weren’t medically necessary or that weren’t provided. Planned Parenthood did not admit any wrongdoing in that 2013 settlement and says Louisiana officials knew about it even before it was formally entered in court. DeGravelles agreed that the settlement was no cause for cutting off funding. Copyright 2015 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.