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Jindal proposes cuts, patchwork financing to close budget deficit MELINDA DESLATTE Associated Press

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Gov. Bobby Jindal proposed Wednesday to cut $150 million across agencies, tap into the state “rainy day” fund and use piecemeal financing to close a $487 million budget deficit, his final budget rebalancing plan before he leaves office in January. Public colleges, which have taken several rounds of deep reductions during Jindal’s tenure, would be shielded from the cuts. The state health department, however, would have to shrink its state spending by $130 million. To make the numbers work, the plan relies on money that hasn’t yet arrived in the state treasury. It includes one-time fixes that won’t be available next year. And it strips money the health department earmarked to close a financing gap in Louisiana’s Medicaid program to instead use elsewhere, leaving the Medicaid problem for Jindal’s successor to solve. The governor’s top budget adviser, Commissioner of Administration Stafford Palmieri, unveiled a broad overview of the plan to rebalance the $25 billion budget for the 201415 fiscal year that began July 1.

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Happy anniversary to us … celebrating 50 years! challenge was fueled by a vision and began with one, life-altering decision. Back in the early 60s, Earl Legendre and William “Bill” Gregore were two young men employed as radio dispatchers working in Leeville. It was during this employment that they were forced to decide if this was something they wanted to do for the rest of their lives. It was then that the “vision” of a small town publication was born. Although Bill and Earl’s vision was theirs alone, the first publication, printed and circulated to 7,000 citizens, may not have been as successful without

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There are many milestones celebrated throughout one’s life. Parents celebrate their baby’s first birthday, 17-year-olds anticipate being 18, couples celebrate 50 years of marriage, and so on. You get the idea. Fifty years is a big deal for anything … business, personal and professional. And that’s why the Lafourche Gazette publisher and staff are happy to say: “We’ve been here fifty years and are proud of it!” It’s not easy and quite a challenge to begin and maintain a small business, especially in a small community. But for two small town entrepreneurs, the

the help of many friends, family and patrons. Bill’s father-in-law, Harry Gauthier, owned a small publication in Morgan City titled the Shopper’s Weekly. He provided Bill and Earl the support and knowledge needed to create a small town publication. Friends such as former State Senator A.O. Rappelet, advised the pair that the publication should be named The Greater Lafourche Gazette. And so it was … launched on October 24, 1965. Ten years later, Earl purchased the Greater Lafourche Gazette from Bill and became sole owner resulting in the publica-

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MICHAEL KUNZELMAN and KEVIN McGILL Associated Press

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A federal grand jury indicted two companies on involuntary manslaughter charges and three people face charges in a deadly 2012 explosion on an oil production platform in the Gulf of Mexico, the Justice Department said Thursday. The explosion and fire started during welding work on a platform owned by Black Elk Energy Offshore Operations LLC, killing three workers and injuring several others. In lawsuits and a federal report, the company and its contractors have been accused of failing to follow proper safety practices and rushing work. Black Elk Energy and one of its contractors, Grand Isle Shipyards Inc., were charged with three counts of involuntary manslaughter, as well as eight charges involving federal safety practices under the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act and one violation of the Clean Water Act. Another contractor, Wood Group PSN Inc., and three workers were charged with violating OCSLA and the Clean Water Act. The workers charged are Don Moss, 46, of Groves, Texas; Curtis Dantin, 50, of Cut Off, Louisiana; and Christopher Srubar, 40, of Destrehan, Louisiana. “Workers lives can depend on their employer’s faithfulness to the law, not least of all those working in oil and gas production where safety must be a paramount concern,” Assistant Attorney General John C. Cruden for the Justice Department’s Environment and Natural Resources Division said in a statement provided to The Associated Press. The explosion occurred a day after BP agreed to plead guilty to criminal charges over the deadly 2010 rig explosion that killed 11 workers and spawned its massive oil spill in the Gulf. See Charges Page 4-A

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tion’s name change in 1978 to The Lafourche Gazette. In 1990, the Lafourche G a z e t t e adopted a Sunday edition and is Addy Legendre now presently circulating twice a week to over 15,000 residents and businesses from central Lafourche Parish to the Town of Grand Isle.

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Kelly Melancon and Michelle Rios point to the Christmas decorations that can be seen on the light poles along LA Hwy. 1 in Golden Meadow, a sign that the holiday is right around the corner. The Town will host its Christmas Parade on Sat., Nov. 28, beginning at 3:30 p.m. Contact Laci Latiolais at 985-258-7879 or Shannon Leger at 985-637-8501 for more information. The Town of Lockport will also hold their annual Christmas Parade on Sat., Dec. 5, beginning at 5:30 p.m. The Town’s tree lighting festivites will be on Fri., Dec. 4 at 6:30 p.m. at the Bayouside Park. Contact 985-532-3117 or 985-532-9799, for more information or visit www.lockportpolice.com or www.townoflockport.com for these event.

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Sunday, November 22, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

G.M. Christmas parade to be held Nov. 28

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Lockport KCs to host luncheon benefit Sun.

The Lockport KCs will host their monthly fundraiser dinner on Sunday, November 22 at their home on Seventh Street from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The menu will consist of baked chicken, dressing, green beans, salad and bread for an $8 donation. Dine in or take it to go. Drinks and deserts will also be available.

Jewelry sale slated for Nov. 23, 24 at St. Anne

A Masquerade Jewelry Sale will be held at Ochsner St. Anne Hospital’s Administration Hall on Monday, Nov 23 and Tuesday, Nov 24, from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Cash, credit/debit cards are all accepted.

The Town of Golden Meadow will host its Christmas Parade on Saturday, November 28, beginning at 3:30 p.m. Participation in the parade will be free and open to the public. Participants may decorate floats, trailers, or golf carts. Participants in the parade must be at least 4 years old. Prior to the parade Santa and Friends will be at the pavilion at Oakridge Park from 1 to 3 p.m. Pictures will be allowed, but you must bring your own camera. There will also be entertainment for the kids along with treats. Anyone taking part in the parade should be at the park no later than 2:30 p.m. to line up to head to the parade starting point on the north end of town. The parade will travel south and end at the Town Hall where there will be a tree lighting ceremony and refreshments served. To enter the parade a registration form must be completed. Please contact Laci Latiolais at 985-258-7879 or Shannon Leger at 985-6378501.

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On Wednesday, December 9, South Lafourche High School’s Ducks Unlimited Varsity will hold its annual banquet at the Larose VFW. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. Anyone interested in purchasing a table or coming out to support the students, should call Club President Adam Gisclair at 985-696-1872 or 985-2094107. The D.U. Varsity program began in 2005 and

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Indian Ed. to host family night Nov. 30

In celebration of Native American Heritage Month, the Lafourche Parish Indian Education Program is hosting a Family Fun Night at the Lafourche Parish Media Center on November 30 from 6 pm to 8 pm. Please call the Indian Education office by 10 am on November 30 if your family will be attending.

Santa to visit St. Anne for photos Dec. 5

Santa pictures will be taken on Saturday, December 5 from 9 a.m. to noon at Ochsner St. Anne Administration Hall for a fee of $5 per picture or $15 for a CD of images. (Note image amounts may vary). All proceeds go to the American Cancer Society.

St. Anne’s Love Lights ceremony set for Dec. 1

The Love Lights a Tree ceremony will be held on Tuesday, December 1 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Ochsner St. Anne’s Bayou CafÊ. Purchase a $5 ornament in memory of or to honor someone who has had cancer. All proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society. For more information contact Mae Hitt at 985-5378350.

LOSGH tree lighting slated for Dec. 8

The American Cancer Society will host a Christmas tree lighting ceremony to memorialize and honor those who have been touched by cancer on Tuesday, December 8 at 6 p.m. at Lady of the Sea Hospital Lobby. All are invited to dedicate a Christmas tree ornament to a loved one or friend and help fight the disease that claims so many lives.

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Letters and Opinions

Amidst a world of turmoil, there is still hope

We live in a world today that is full of carnage, turmoil, destruction and unjustifiable death. Good will always overcome evil. There are those among us that want to share the love of Christ in our community and do this

America cannot take chances By Glenn Mollette

We know our world is filled with evil people and ISIS proved it again in Paris. The radical Muslims associated with ISIS are unable to do anything but kill and destroy. They are a cancer to any country and to all good people. Christian people of America would love to think we could simply just send more missionaries with Bibles to Syria and try to convert them all to Jesus. Tragically, all the women would be raped and chained while the men would be beheaded. It would be nice to hear about ISIS militants coming to their senses and leaving Syria with help and support for the free and democratic countries of the world. However, would we be able to trust them? How do we know which ones to trust? We look upon Syrian refugees with suspicion and rightly so. We only need one rogue refugee to get into America, Germany and yes France and kill hundreds or thousands at a public event. Is it worth losing innocent Americans over our sympathy for the refugees? This is not a hard question to answer. The answer is no. We should try to help the Turks who need weapons and financial support in Syria. We should try to create some safe zones in Iraq and Afghanistan for those needing to flee Syria.

on a daily basis. I would like to commend with highest regards, the members of the Golden Meadow Baptist Church, who put on a totally “free garage sale�. This act of kindness was put forth as a community out reach, and it touched the hearts and lives of the many who were in attendance. These people Better and easier for them to go there than to come here. Germany will soon regret opening their gates to Syria and America will regret it as well. Sounds unchristian? Is it unchristian to protect our families and our children? Do you open wide the doors of your house if you have a mix of non-poisonous and poisonous snakes crawling in the nearby woods? I feel confident there are many good Syrian people. They need to stay in the Middle East for the time being. What should America do immediately? Secure our borders. Stop entry into this country by all refugees from the Middle East. This is not a permanent decision but it needs to be in effect for the time being.  Work with others to create safe zones in Iraq, Afghanistan and even in Syria. Work with other people. Don’t gripe about Russia killing ISIS! Why do we care if Russia kills ISIS? Is our government worried that Russia will get the credit for stopping ISIS?  Are we afraid they might get control of

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some oil? Â We must also support and applaud the efforts of what France is doing to combat ISIS. We must tell Turkey and all the other surrounding countries that they need to get involved in this because we will not be there to bail them out when ISIS begins to attack their communities. Finally, we must cut off as much of the money flow from ISIS as possible. This means taking out any oil refineries they have access to. If we are going to drop bombs on Syria we need to make them count. Did somebody really say we should only let Christian Syrians into the country and not Muslims? Â If somebody said that they had to be joking or crazy. We cannot trust the ISIS terrorists, period. They will say and do anything. America cannot take chances. We are at war.Â

Glenn Mollette is an American Syndicated Columnist and Author. He is the author of eleven books and read in all fifty states. This column does not necessarily reflect the view of any organization, institution or this paper or media source. Find out more at www.keepourfreedom.com

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Carly Simon says part of ‘You’re So Vain’ is about Warren Beatty

NEW YORK (AP) — Carly Simon says the second verse of her infamous song “You’re So Vain� is about Warren Beatty. The 70-year-old singer tells People magazine that she’s “confirmed that the second verse is Warren.� She adds that Beatty “thinks the whole thing is about him!� Simon will release the memoir, “Boys in the Trees,� on Nov. 24. The subjects behind “You’re So Vain,� released in 1972, have been a matter of speculation for years. The singer said the No. 1 hit is about three men, including Beatty, though she isn’t naming the others. Simon was married to James Taylor, and People says she has been linked to Mick Jagger, Kris Kristofferson, Jack Nicholson and Cat Stevens. Online: http://www.people.com/people/

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Soccer star David Beckham is People’s Sexiest Man Alive

LOS ANGELES (AP) — British soccer star David Beckham has been an international sex symbol for nearly two decades, but he says he’s still flattered to be named People magazine’s 30th-anniversary Sexiest Man Alive. “It’s a huge honor,� the 40-year-old Beckham told the magazine, which announced its choice on ABC’s “Jimmy Kimmel Live� on Tuesday night. “I’m very pleased to accept,� he said. And his famous fashion designer wife, Victoria Beckham, approves, too, Beckham said. “I would hope that she feels this way about me all the time anyway!� he said. But the father of four insists he doesn’t think of himself as being all that hot. “I never feel that I’m an attractive, sexy person,� Beckham told People — presumably with a straight face. Online: http://www.People.com/SMA2015

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Ex-Subway pitchman Fogle gets more than 15 years in prison

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — A judge has sentenced former Subway pitchman Jared Fogle to 15 years and eight months in prison for trading in child pornography and having sex with underage prostitutes. U.S. District Judge

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Body of missing Houma fisherman found in lake Tuesday morning

HOUMA, La. (AP) — Authorities have found the body of a Houma fisherman reported missing since Tuesday morning. Terrebonne Parish Sheriff Jerry Larpenter tells local media that the body of 69-year-old Gary Crochet was found Wednesday afternoon in Lake De Cade, near Houma. A fisherman had called authorities Tuesday morning after he said he had seen a man fishing in a boat earlier, but then later saw the boat on the water with no one inside the vessel. Larpenter says there were extremely high winds on the day Crochet went missing. State Wildlife and Fisheries, U.S. Coast Guard, the Assumption Parish Sheriff’s office and a local commercial fisherman assisted Terrebonne Parish Water Patrol deputies with the search.

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If you ask Zakari St. Pierre or Ozzy Hoffman who makes the best potato salad on the bayou, both boys can whole-heartedly say “my mamma�. Jacqueline Hoffman won first place at the World Records Gumbo Potato Salad contest held Nov. 7th the Larose Civic Center. When asked what made the event so special for her? She stated sense of community, of family and to participate in a part of making history. Jacqueline dedicates the win to her granddaughter, Finley Grace St. Pierre. She says that Finley inspires her to be the best person she can be because family is important to her.

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Sunday, November 22, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

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Black Elk Energy’s platform was located about 17 miles from Grand Isle, Louisiana, in about 52 feet of water. It had been “shut in� for several weeks and wasn’t producing oil at the time of the blast, but workers were on the platform preparing to resume production. Srubar, a Wood Group employee, was supervising production work. Moss, an employee of Compass Engineering & Consultants LLC, was supervising construction work. Dantin was a supervisor employed by construction contractor Grand Isle Shipyard. On the morning of Nov. 16, 2012, a worker ignited oil vapors while welding pipe, triggering a chain reaction that caused oil tanks to explode. The welding work that ultimately triggered the blast was discussed at a safety meeting on that very morning. Harold Seghers Jr., a mechanic who was a member of Srubar’s crew, testified last year that Moss showed up at the end of the meeting and told workers “to finish up today because he was ready to go home and drink a beer.� “I took it kind of offensively, because it was_as if he was rushing these people up, and when you rush, mistakes are made,� Seghers said during a lawsuit deposition.

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A 2013 report by federal regulators identified a string of safety lapses that led to the explosion. According to witness statements, a number of workers consistently worried about losing their jobs if they raised safety concerns. Steven Lemoine, a lawyer for Srubar, declined to comment. Attorneys for Moss and Dantin did not immediately return calls for comment. The bodies of two workers, Ellroy Corporal and Jerome Malagapo, were recovered from the water. Avelino Tajonera, who was severely burned, died at a Baton Rouge hospital a week after the explosion. A wrongful death lawsuit filed by Tajonera’s family claims Black Elk Energy was plagued by management turmoil and a history of safety violations. It was struggling to execute its strategy of “wringing oil and gas from aging wells� at the time of the explosion, the suit said. Srubar and Dantin are among a group of workers who also sued Black Elk Energy and its contractors over the incident. Black Elk is currently in Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings. ___ Associated Press reporter Erick Tucker in Washington contributed to this report.

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It boasts an impressive website with the ability for users to comment on articles, upload pictures and videos relating to local events and even browse the site via iPhones and iPads, including a Facebook page, and Twitter and Instagram accounts. Lots of changes have occurred throughout the fifty years of the Gazette’s existence. But the one

thing that remained constant was the fact that Gazette ownership has always been in the Legendre family. In 2008, Earl decided to retire and step down as owner and publisher and sold the newspaper to his son Boo, after nearly 44 years. Unfortunately, Boo’s dream and vision of running the business his father started was cut short after Boo died suddenly and unexpectedly in July. But his vision will continue. Addy, Boo’s wife, has stepped in and with determination, courage, and the support and help of Gazette staff, will see to it that this beloved publication will evolve. So as they say, “Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler!� and let’s hope we’re here for another fifty!

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Seven years ago, La Chique Maison opened the doors of its current location at 18210 West Main Street, Suite 2, in the Lafourche Plaza Shopping Center next to Galliano Food Store. The boutique originally focused solely on home dĂŠcor but has grown to meet the needs of their customers. Today, La Chique Maison is a leading retailer for brands including Pandora, Kendra Scott, Vera Bradley, Waxing Poetic, Hunter Douglas, Ann Gish, Lampe Berger Paris and many more. “We offer just about everything from fine jewelry to costume jewelry, candles to lighting, window treatments to customer interior and holiday decorating,â€? said Ruth. “We are exclusive dealers for Norwalk Furniture, Pandora, Vera Bradley, Waxing Poetic, Tyler Candles and many more. This means we have showed these companies that we can sell their products, with our customer support, well enough to let us be the only dealer in our area to carry their lines.â€? Ruth prides herself on being a Bayou girl who understands how locals like to be treated. She and her staff want to ensure that each customer has a unique, welcoming and wonderful shopping experience. La Chique Maison’s staff is truly knowledgeable of the products they offer, oftentimes taking home catalogs to study the names of each Pandora charm they offer. And customers definitely appreciate how helpful the employees are. “We never tire of hearing how much our customers appreciate our efforts to bring quality merchandise to the bayou region. Not everyone pronounces our store name correctly but that does not matter. The people love shopping with us and we love helping them,â€? she said. One of the things that the Broussard family enjoys the most about owning a small business is being able to donate to local

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take a hit. Department of Health and Hospitals Secretary Kathy Kliebert said nearly all the $130 million reduction can be managed without cuts to services, with savings expected from an anti-fraud initiative in the Medicaid program for the poor. If the savings don’t show up, however, the agency would have to slash services. Jindal’s plan also would redirect all the money Kliebert had intended to plug an internal gap in the Medicaid program to instead deal with the state’s overall deficit. The Medicaid shortfall — which could reach hundreds of millions of dollars — would be left to the next governor. “We will have to address the internal needs with the new administration,� Kliebert said. Jindal has had to close midyear deficits each of his eight years in office. Most of the deficit this time, about $370 million, emerged when Louisiana’s income forecasting panel downgraded its projections for the current budget year, to account for declining oil prices and lower-than-expected business tax collections. Another gap is from last year, when the state overspent its general tax collections by $117 million.

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“We are making reductions that are going to present the budget to the next administration in a good posture so that they can come in after the election and be able to pick up the ball for (next year) and start making decisions,� Palmieri said. Jindal, who dropped out of the presidential race Tuesday, is term-limited. Voters will choose

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Louisiana’s next governor in Saturday’s election, which is a runoff between Democrat John Bel Edwards and Republican David Vitter. Lawmakers on the House and Senate budget committee — who have to approve parts of Jindal’s proposal before they can take effect — were to consider the recommendations Friday, when more details were presented. Use of $28 million from the state “rainy day� fund, as Jindal proposes, would require support from the full Legislature through a mailed ballot by mid-December. Palmieri said agencies don’t expect to lay off workers to shrink their spending as required, but won’t be able to fill vacant jobs. Spending on non-essential travel, supplies and other items will remain frozen, to generate savings. The plan assumes Louisiana would bring in more money than initially projected for a tax amnesty program, and uses $4 million from a recent legal settlement with Transocean, the owner of the offshore drilling rig involved in BP’s 2010 Gulf of Mexico oil spill. While public colleges would be spared, the agency that provides public health care services would

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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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I always have been and will continue to be available for my constituents.

Please feel free to call me at 985-570-3127.

Study: To avoid higher health law premiums, switch plans RICARDO ALONSO-ZALDIVAR Associated Press

WASHINGTON (AP) — In a well-known auto insurance commercial, a garrulous gecko promises you can save 15 percent if you switch insurers. It turns out something roughly similar is happening with the Obama administration’s health insurance overhaul: A study out Wednesday finds that this year’s most popular health law plans are raising premiums an

average of 15 percent in 2016. You’ll have to switch if you don’t want to pay more. The study by the nonpartisan Kaiser Family Foundation comes as signup season for subsidized private coverage under President Barack Obama’s law is in its third week. Due to rising premiums, high out-of-pocket costs, and skeptical consumers, the administration faces challenges trying to grow the pool of people covered through the law’s online insurance markets. The study looked at a type of coverage called the “lowest cost silver plan,” which is the health law’s most popular. Silver is the middle tier, and the lowest cost silver plan can be different in every community. The catch is, the lowest cost silver plan can also change every year. If your plan holds that distinction this year, odds are it won’t have it in 2016. Looking at premium data across 2,635 counties in 36 states, the analysis found that a hypothetical 40-year-old faces an average premium of $264 for the lowest cost silver plan in 2015. If the consumer stays in the same plan for 2016, his premium would be $304, or 15 percent more. That’s before taxpayer-financed subsidies,

which lower the cost to consumers by about 70 percent on average. “The bottom line is that insurance companies are increasing premiums for what had been the lowest cost silver plan,” said Cynthia Cox, lead author of the study. “In many cases, people could save money on their premiums by switching to a new lowest cost silver plan.” The study found that’s the case in 3 out of 4 counties examined. Among all consumers, those who switch could save $322 over the course of the year. The Obama administration didn’t quarrel with the study. “Our message to returning marketplace customers is simple,” said spokesman Aaron Albright. “Shopping may save you money.” The drafters of the health care law intended to create a competitive market in which consumers would seek out bargains and insurers would feel continual pressure to keep premiums low. But last year, only about half of renewing customers actively shopped for a new plan. The process can be daunting, because in addition to premiums, consumers have to consider variables like the deductible, costsharing, copayments, and a plan’s provider network. The study seemed to reflect what some enrollment counselors are running into this sign-up season. “People who had the cheapest plan last year are seeing a big increase,” said Elizabeth Colvin of Foundation Communities, a nonprofit that serves lowincome people in Austin, Texas. But, she added, some plans that were priced high for 2015 have lowered their premiums for next year. Colvin said it’s critical for low-income workers to consider getting a silver plan, even if it’s not the lowest cost one, because silver plans have additional subsidies, on top of the tax credits that lower the cost of premiums. Of the health law’s four coverage levels — bronze, silver, gold, and platinum — silver plans are the only ones that offer additional cost-sharing subsidies to help lower deductibles and copayments when patients actually go to use their insurance. With cost-sharing subsidies, the average silver plan deductible drops from $3,064 to $221 for those making up to 150 percent of the federal poverty line, $30,135 for a three-person household, or $17,655 for an individual, according to Kaiser. A deductible is the

amount of medical costs customers must pay each year before their insurance kicks in. Cost-sharing subsidies are provided on a sliding scale, based on income. “The cost sharing is what makes this insurance work,” said Colvin. “You can get better than a platinum plan for the cost of a silver plan.” Dec. 15 is the last day to make changes or sign up for a new plan that would take effect Jan. 1. Open enrollment ends Jan. 31.

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Fr. Henry Sebastian, a native of India, was the Golden Meadow Volunteer for Family and Community guest speaker. Fr. Henry gave a talk on India, telling the members about his country and its customs as part of their International Day program. The group also enjoyed Indian dishes prepared by the club.

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Sunday, November 22, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

What a Life!

By: Rev. Wilmer L. Todd

We should all have an attitude of gratitude

Martin Rinkert’s life story should be passed on from one generation to another. Rinkert was a minister in the town of Eilenburg, Germany, in the early 1600’s. He was the son of a poor coppersmith, but managed to work his way up and acquired an education. In 1617 he was offered the position of Archdeacon in his hometown parish. A year later, what has become known as the 33 Years War broke out, and his town was caught right in the middle of the conflict. In 1637, the massive plague that swept across the continent hit Eilenburg. People died at the rate of fifty a day and Martin had to bury most of them. More than 8000 people died, including Martin’s wife. His labors finally ended about 11 years later, just one year after the war. His ministry spanned 32 years, all but the first and the last overwhelmed by the great conflict that engulfed his town. How could Martin Rinkert be thankful with all the pain and sorrow he endured? Yet it is he who wrote the familiar hymn: “Now thank we all our God, O may this bounteous God With heart and hands and voices, through all our life be near us, Who wondrous things hath done, with ever joyful hearts In whom his world rejoices and blessed peace to cheer us; Who from our mothers’ arms and keep us still in grace, Has blessed us on our way and guide us when perplexed; With countless gifts of love, and free us from all ills, And still is ours today, in this world and the next.” Perhaps the secret lies in the daily prayer that he had memorized and repeated every day of his adult life: “Thank you Lord that you chose to open my eyes this morning and give me the gift of life for one more day. May I remember this day that every breath I breathe has its origin in your grace. “Thank you Lord that whatever this day holds, my time is in your hands to use me as you see fit. I have no plans of my own. May each moment be lived in praise and thanksgiving to your name. “Thank you, Lord Jesus, that you have redeemed me by your precious blood that I live today forgiven although I know I will fail, that this war or the plague cannot take the life

you have given me for eternity. “Thank you, Father, that you have given me strength and courage today to be a comfort to those who are suffering. May I seek to be the one who comforts rather than the one who is comforted. “Thank you, Father, that although I do not have the power to bring peace to this war-torn village, I do have your gift of peace to give to each heart one person at a time. “Thank you, Lord Jesus, that in the midst of hatred and killing, nothing today can separate me from your love, not life or death, not principalities or powers, not hindsight or

depth. May I show that love even to my enemies. “Thank you, Lord, that although I may not see any reason to hope today that in my heart you are my living hope. May I walk by faith and not by sight. “Thank you, Lord, that I still have a voice with which to speak. May each word I say be a word of encouragement to those who are suffering rather than a word of despair. “Now thank we all our God with hearts and hands and voices. Amen.” Maybe we can adapt and adopt this prayer for our own morning prayer. Having an attitude of gratitude is a great way to get our mornings started.

ASSEMBLY OF GOD

Charis Church

314 East 74th St. - Cut Off

Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Pastor Audie Crochet (504) 952-6603

South Lafourche Assembly of God 17618 West Main - Galliano - 632-2109 Sunday Morning Service 10 a.m. Children’s Church 10:00 a.m. Wednesday Night Service - 6:30 p.m. Pastor Roger Hunt

BAPTIST

First Baptist Church

187 Oakridge Dr. - Golden Meadow Sunday School 9:15 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening Bible Study 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayers 6:30 p.m. Dr. Bobby N. Duck - Pastor www.fbcgoldenmeadow.com

129 Cedar Ln. - Grand Isle - 985-787-3410 Sunday Small Groups: 7:00 p.m. Sunday Worship: 11:15 a.m. Wednesday Kids Elevate: 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Youth Worship: 7:00 p.m. Pastor John Boss www.fbcgrandisle.com

First Baptist Church of Larose 105 W. 16th Street - Larose

Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Service 10:45 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Bible Study 6:00 p.m. Gary Hanberry, Pastor Res: 693-4891 - Church: 693-3258

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17330 West Main Street, Galliano

723 North Bayou Drive Golden Meadow

Saturday Mass 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. Reverend Henry Sebastian, Pastor

Our Lady of the Isle Grand Isle

Saturday Mass 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, Mass at 8:00 a.m. Fr. Carlos Talavera, Pastor

Our Lady of the Rosary

12911 E. Main - Larose - 985-693-3433 Saturday Vigil 4:00 p.m. Sunday Masses 7:00, 10:00 and 5:30 Weekday Mass Monday thru Friday, 8:30 a.m. Adoration Chapel open all day, everyday Rev. Ronilo Villamor, Pastor www.ourladyoftherosarychurch.net

Saturday Mass 4:00 p.m., Central Std. Time Saturday Mass 5:00 p.m., Daylight Savings Tm Sunday Mass 7:00, 9:00 and 11:00 a.m. Weekday Mass: W.-Th.-F., 8:30 a.m. Tuesdays: 6:00 p.m. Rev. Wilfredo “Freddie” Decal, Pastor

Holy Savior Church

612 Main Street - Lockport

Saturday Mass 4:00 p.m. Sunday Masses 7:00 and 10:00 a.m.

Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 10:45 a.m. Wednesday Evening Worship 6:30 p.m. Pastor Kevin Celestin

Greater New Fountain Baptist Church 1859 Fontinelle - Lockport

Sunday Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Lord’s Supper Service: 2nd Sunday, 11:00 a.m. Prayer Breakfast: 2nd Saturday, 8:00 a.m. Bible Class Thursday 7:00 p.m.

Isrealite Baptist Church Hwy. 308 - Valentine

Worship Service 7:00 a.m. Lord’s Supper, Second Sunday, 7:00 a.m. Reverend K.W. Jackson, Pastor

South Lafourche Baptist Church 17077 East Main - Galliano

Sunday Bible Study 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Church 6:30 p.m. Church: 632-4119 Shane Terrebonne, Pastor

Trinity Baptist Church

195 Johnny Dufrene Drive - Mathews

Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Prayer Meeting, 7:00 p.m. Rod King, Pastor - 532-2936, Res.

St. Mathews Missionary Baptist Church Hwy. 308 - Mathews

Sunday Worship Service 7:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Services Prayer Service & Bible Study Thurs., 6-7 p.m. Speaking Meeting/Testimony 2nd Sun. 7:30 p.m. Lord’s Supper Every 3rd Sunday Reverend Roland J. Bradley, Sr.

Valentine Baptist Church 9334 Hwy. 308 - Valentine

Sunday Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Bible Study: 10:00 a.m. Bro. John Mooring

Bethel Baptist Church

122 Matherne St. - Grand Bois Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Wed. Night Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Pastor Jimmy Autin

New Sunlight Baptist Church 452 St. Patrick Street - Raceland

Sunday School 2 p.m., Sunday Worship 3 p.m. Prayer Service/Bible Class-Thurs., 6 p.m. Testimony/Prayer & Praise, 3rd Sunday, 3 p.m. Communion, 4th Sunday, 3 p.m. Reverend Charles Hawkins Sr., Pastor

Sunday Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children’s Ministry, Spanish Translation Available, and Nursery Provided Wednesday, 7:00 p.m. Discipleship Classes, Youth Ministry, Royal Rangers and Missionettes Scott Cheramie, Senior Pastor www.welcometocfc.com - online sermons

Victory Life Church

Services: Sun. 9:00 a.m. and Wed. 7:00 p.m. Children’s Ministry and Nursery Provided Youth Service: Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Senior Pastor Danny Knight - 532-6561

Iglesia Evanbelica Christiana Espiritual

13298 East Main - Larose

Tuesday Bible Study 7:30 p.m. Thursday Prayer Service 7:30 p.m. Sunday Morning Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship Service 6:00 p.m.

PRESBYTERIAN

Gheens Presbyterian Church Sunday Services 8:00 a.m. Wednesday bible Study 6:00 p.m. Doctor John Spaulding, Pastor

JEHOVAH’S WITNESS

Golden Meadow United Methodist Church

333 Twin Oaks Drive - Raceland

St. Joseph Catholic Church 17980 West Main - Galliano

Saturday Mass 4:00 p.m. Sunday Mass 7:00 and 10:00 a.m. Weekday Mass: M. - W. - Th. - Fri. 7:00 a.m. Tuesday 6:00 p.m.

CHURCH OF CHRIST

Larose Church of Christ 13379 East Main - Larose

Sunday Worship Service 10:00 a.m. Bible Class 11:00 a.m. Evening Services 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Bible Class 7:00 p.m.

FULL GOSPEL

Lighthouse Worship Center 18082 Hwy. 3235 - Galliano

Sunday Schedule: 9:59 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Christian Education: 7:00 p.m. Eno Dantin, Pastor Personas de habla hispana Bienvenidos

Mathews Full Gospel Temple Hwy. 1 - Mathews

Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Sunday Service 11:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m.

Open Door Revival Center

16164 W. Main St. - Cut Off. - 325-2456 Sunday Services 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Wednesday Night Service 7 p.m. Senior Pastor: Monty Duke Church Pastor: Darren Felarise Spanish Pastor: Marcos Ferriera

INTER-DENOMINATIONAL

Community Bible Church 14757 East Main - Cut Off

Sunday Worship Service: 8 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. Senior Pastor Dr. Bill Jemison III Pasor of Discipleship Robert Durbin Youth Pastor Robert Schwertz Phone: (985) 632-3077 www.communitybiblecutoff.com

Christian Family Center 11819 East Main - Galliano

Sunday Services 9:45 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays 7:00 p.m. Pastor Morris Hunter, Jr.

Bethany Community Fellowship Hwy. 1 & St. Ann Street - Raceland

Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Children’s Church 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 10:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship When Scheduled Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m.

Community Fellowship

901 Barataria Street - Lockport Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. Thursdays 7:00 p.m. Reverend Carlos Nieves (504) 532-2992

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1200 Crescent Avenue - Lockport

St. Hilary of Poitiers

333Twin Oaks Dr. - Raceland

First Baptist Church 5545 Hwy. 1 - Lockport

13581 East Main - Larose

St. Anthony Church

Saturday Mass 4:00 p.m. Sunday Mass 7:00, 9:00 and11:00 a.m. Weekday Mass: Mon., Tues., Thurs., 5:00 p.m. Wednesday 10:00 a.m. Nursing Home Friday Mass 7:00 a.m. Rev. Benny Rebosura www.sthilaryraceland.parishesonline.com

Worship Service 7:00 a.m. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Prayer Service/Bible Class Wednesday 6:30 Lord’s Supper: First Sunday 7:00 a.m. Prayer Breakfast: Sat. before 1st Sun., 8 a.m. Speaking Meeting: Thurs. before 1st Sun. 7 a.m. Reverend Nolan Smith, Pastor

Christian Fellowship Church

Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses

New Mt. Zion Baptist Church

Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m. Thursday Kids & Adults: 6:00 p.m. Thursday Youth Worship: 7:00 p.m. Pastor John Boss and Pastor Noah Blackburn www.crosspointgalliano.com (985-772-7400)

Welcomes Angela “Angie” Bruce to our staff

CATHOLIC

Our Lady of Prompt Succor

Sat. Mass 6:00 p.m. - Sun. Mass 9:00 a.m. Wednesday 5:30 p.m. Very Rev. Dean Danos, V.F. www.stanthonygheens.parishesonline.com

13841 East Main - Larose

If we have not included your church, or you would like to be a part of the Worship Directory, please call the Lafourche Gazette at 693-7229.

Call 693-7229 to reserve your spot on the Worship Directory.

Sacred Heart Catholic Church First Baptist Church of Grand Isle 15300 West Main - Cut Off

16640 West Main St., Cut Off (Near South Lafourche Bridge)

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Crosspoint Church

Falgout

Holy Savior Catholic School Caritas Club members raised money through sweet sales and donated all proceeds along with a Thanksgiving fruit basket to the Dominican Nuns at the Heart of Jesus Monastery in Lockport.

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We aid in the supply of a natural resource to our world - oil. The Church aids in the supply of a vital resource to our world - God. Attend the church of your choice this week!

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108 East 90th Street - Galliano

UNITED METHODIST

18803 East Main - Golden Meadow Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Chris Thomas, Pastor

Memorial United Methodist

201 Central Lafourche Dr. - Mathews

Sunday School & Adult Bible Class, 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 8:30 a.m. Communion First Sunday at 8:30 a.m. www.mathewsmethodist.org

United Methodist Church of Grand Isle Oak Street - Grand Isle Sunday Service 8:30 a.m. Chris Thomas, Pastor

PENTECOSTAL

New Beginning Pentecostal

Hwy. 1 • Lockport • 532-6015 1917 So. Bayou Dr. • Golden Meadow • 475-7131 13086 Hwy. 3235 • Larose • 693-7188

Falgout Funeral Homes, Inc. Caring You Can Count On! Four locations to better serve the Bayou Region! 3838 Hwy. 1, Raceland • 537-5261 600 Church St., Lockport • 532-2317 Hwy. 1, Galliano • 632-6112 211 Westside Blvd., Houma • 876-5442

13051 East Main Street - Larose Sunday Service 5:30 p.m. Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m. Pastor Ronnie Melancon

First United Pentecostal

Central Lafourche Drive - Mathews Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Sunday Service 6:30 p.m. Thursday 7:30 p.m.

NON-DENOMINATIONAL

Lighthouse Christian Fellowship 115 E. Central Avenue - Grand Isle Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. 985-787-3453

Bethel Christian Ministries 107 East 123rd Street - Galliano

LA Carriers • 632-5858 16849 East Main Street • Cut Off, LA 70345

THERIOT, DUET & THERIOT, INC. Serving Lafourche Since 1957

Insurance Agents

• Marine • Life • Auto • Fire • Casualty • Notary Public 144 N. 1st St. • Golden Meadow Phone: 475-5126 • FAX: 475-7276

Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Reverend Nathan Hayes

The Crossway Ministry, Lafourche

18219 West Main St., Suite 10 Galliano

Sunday Worship Service, 10:00 a.m. Sunday Night Service, 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Worship Service, 7:00 p.m. crosswaystudies@gmail.com

LUTHERAN

Grace Lutheran Church 422 Valhi Blvd. - Houma

(Only Lutheran Church between Grand Isle and Kenner) Rev. Richard Rudnik Sunday Service 9:00 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 10:45 a.m. 879-1865 - FMI Call Rev. Rudnik 879-1865 or Joelle Gerken (from Larose) at 693-3222.

MORMON

Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints East 57th St.

Bible Study: Tuesdays 7:00 p.m. English Elders: 985-360-7501 Spanish Elders: 985-791-6561 www.mormon.org

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SPANISH

Iglesia Adventista del 7MO Dia 504 Seventh St. - Lockport

Viernes - 7:30 p.m. Sabado - 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. Pastor R. Prieto Phone: (504) 505-2642 or (985) 693-6946

Mision Bautista Hispana - Larose 105 W. 16th St. - Larose

Servicios Viernes - 7:30 p.m. Domingo Escuela Dominical - 9:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m.m Servicio De Adoracion Pastor Juan Morales 504-468-1300

Engagements

Hebert – Autin

Mr. and Mrs. Earl and Holly Hebert are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Courtney Lyn Hebert to Jacob Don Autin, son of Ms. Lupe Autin and the late Jim Autin. The wedding will take place in early December. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Rose Danos and the late Leroy Hebert and the late Mr. and Mrs. Harold Mitchell. The prospective groom is the grandson of the late Kilren Autin and the late Earline Duet and the late Mr. and Mrs. Ferris Galiano.

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Oil change includes oil filter, up to 5 quarts of oil $3 per quart thereafter.

Sunday, November 22, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

Lagarde - Cheramie

Mr. and Mrs. Toby J. Lagarde of Cut Off announce the upcoming marriage of their daughter, Danielle Leah Lagarde to Russ Anthony Cheramie son of Mr. and Mrs. Mark Cheramie of Cut Off. The wedding will be in mid December at Our Lady of the Rosary Church in Larose. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lionel J. (Barbara) Lagarde, Sr. and the late Charles J. Musso and the late Rebecca T. Musso. The prospective groom is the grandson of Mrs. Ruby Cheramie and the late Loris “Black” Cheramie, Jr. and Mr. and Mrs. Roland (Loretta) Curole.

Wedding and Engagement Story and Photo Guidelines

Engagement photographs and announcements MUST be received NO LATER than two weeks before the wedding date. Photos brought in any later than that are not guaranteed to be published. Wedding photos and stories should be received as soon as possible after the wedding. Wedding photos and stories received months after the event may not get published. Also, only 50th Anniversary photos and fifth generation family photos and stores are accepted.

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Sunday, November 22, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

HOMES

House For Sale: 3 br, 1.5 ba, Reduced to $68,000. Call 985691-1367, leave message. _________________ 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: Furn. 3 br, 2 ba, 2900 sq ft, home includes 2 car garage, den, living/dining room with detached barn (workshop, up & downstairs storage, plus part. furn. 1 br, apt.). Seen by appts. only at 161 W. 86th St. Call 985860-8034. _________________ House For Sale, To Be Moved: North Larose, great cond., older home, 3 br, 2 ba, laundry rm. FMI call 985-696-7673 or 6933463 or 693-7510. _________________ Custom Built Large Family Home For sale: Hwy 1 in Thibodaux. 6 bedrooms and 3.5 baths. Within walking distance to NSU, EDW and St. Joseph Schools. More information and photos online at www.604 eastfirst.weebly.com_________________

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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. _________________

LAND

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

Apt For Rent: Furn., 2 br apt., available. This is a 2 br, 1 ba unit. It is fully furn. & includes all appl. and utilities. Pets welcome. For pics go to coteblancheapartm e n t s . c o m . $1500/mth, Call Bill at 985-325-5626. Also avail. unfurn. with no utilities for $1000/mth, $750/ security. _________________ Room For Rent, Cut Off area. $100/wk., electric/water included, w/d included, cable hookup w/WiFi to preferably a nonsmoker, but smoking allowed in front or back deck. No alcohol or drug use! Roommates include brother & sister, female preferred but will except a seasoned older male. Call Brian at 985-2556971 or 985-2780898. _________________ Apt. For Rent: 102 W. 4th St., Apt. #4, 2 br, 1 ba, $675/mth., $550/dep. (Utilities not included) . $925/mth, $550/dep. (Utilities included). On site laundry. Call 985-691-3104. _________________

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 _________________

Plastic Pallets For Sale $10 each or $8 each for 15 or more

Call The Lafourche Gazette 985-693-7229

Mobile Home For Rent in Cut Off. 4 br, 2 ba, with 2 sheds, appl. included, $900/mth, $900/dep. Call 985-665-6022 or 985-258-5650. _________________ House For Rent: 17678 Hwy. 3235, Galliano. Full kitchen, w/d, dishwasher, central ac, 3 br, 1.5 ba. FMI call 985-2588082. _________________ House For Rent: Unfurnished, 2 br.; 1 ba., located at 182 Jay Drive, Lockport. $525/mth, plus $1100/dep. Call 985532-2541, ext. 17. _________________ Small Cottage For Rent: Single person. No smoking. $500/ mth, plus $300 /damage deposit. All utilities included in rent and yard maintenance provided. Call 985-859-3953, 985665-9618, or 985665-9616. _________________ Apt For Rent: 2 bd., bath, kitchen, living. Mathews area close to Walmart and Central Lafourche Drive. $700/mth. Call 985696-2527 or 985-2581455. _________________ Multiple Properties For Rent: in Lockport. (1) 1 bd., 1 ½ ba.; (2) 2 bd., 1ba.; (1) 2-3 bd., 1 ba.; (1) 3 bd., 2ba. trailer. Call 532-6656 FMI. _________________ Rent To Own: Nice & spacious 3 br home in Cut Off. FMI call & leave message at 985-691-1367. Won’t last long, call now. _________________ House For Rent: 2 br, 1 ba, 126 E. 162nd St., Golden Meadow. Lg. utility rm, carport, stove, fridge, no pets, no painting. Needs window ac. $700/mth, $500/dep. Call 985677-6048. _________________ For Rent: 3 br, 1 ba, in Golden Meadow. No pets, partly furn., $800/mth, $800/dep. Call 985-665-1110 or 985-677-1206. _________________ For Rent: 1 br, 1 ba, in Cut Off. No pets, water pd., partly furn., $550/mth, $550/dep. Call 985-665-1110 or 985-677-1206. _________________

Apts. For Rent in Larose: 2 br, 1 ba, $750/mth, $750/security dep., no pets, no smoking (no exceptions). FMI call 985537-3567. _________________ 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. _________________ Office For Rent: Professional-Immaculatebrick, 1040 sq ft, generator, 526 Main St., Lockport. $2000/mth. Call 985532-3531 or 985-8050234. _________________ Apt. For Rent in Lockport area: 2 br, 1 ba, w/d, $650/mth, $650/dep. Also 2 br, 2 ba, Brick House For Rent in Galliano area, with appl., No pets. $1000/mth, $1000/dep. FMI call 985-798-7433. _________________ 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. _________________ 2 Story House For Rent: Brick, in Galliano. 5 br, 3 ba, unfurn., no pets, no smoking inside. $ 1 4 0 0 / m t h , $1400/dep. Call 985696-7373. _________________ Duplex For Rent in Lockport area: 2 br, 1 ba, w/d, refrig. & included stove, w/d hook up. $700/mth, $500/dep. Call 985677-0915. _________________ House For Rent: 2 br, Lockport area, includes w/d, $700/mth, $700/dep. FMI call 985-798-7433. _________________ Trailer For Rent: 3 br, 2 ba, private street. Call 985-677-1155. _________________ Trailer For Rent: 2 br, 1 ba, $750/mth, $750/dep., 1-yr. contract, non smoker, no pets. All utilities pd. Call 985-665-2548. _________________ House For Rent in Galliano area: 3 br, 2 ba, w/stove & frig., damage dep/ $800mth, lease/rent $800mth. Please leave a clear name & number to call. Call 985-632-6549 or cell 985-665-0936. No texting please. _________________

Brick House For Rent: 322 W. 47th St., Cut Off. Full kitchen, w/d, dishwasher, central ac, 3 br, 2 full baths. Call 985-2588082. _________________ Mobile Home For Rent: 3 br, 1 ba, unfurnished, Larose area. No pets. $700/mth, $400/dep. Call 985-278-0838. _________________ Trailer For Rent in Golden Meadow area: 2 br, 1 ba. FMI call Frank at 985-6651220. _________________ Apartment For Rent: 2 br, 1 ba, in Gheens. FMI call 985-5326755. _________________ Brick Home For Rent: 3 br, 2 ba, ready to move in, great neighborhood /Larose area. Nice sized back yard/storage shed, appl. included. $1200/mth, $800/dep. Call 985693-6510 FMI. _________________ House For Rent: “Cajun Condo” 1 br, 1 ba, hardwood floors, fully furn., w/d, stove, refrig., sofa sleeper, lg. yard, Cut Off area. Taking applications. $750/mth, $200/dep., Call 985-632-6633. _________________ Trailer For Rent: Larose area. 3 br, 2 ba, must see to appreciate, $750/mth, $400/dep. Call 985291-3632. _________________ Apt. For Rent: Unfurnished, in Cut Off area. 2 br, 1 ba, includes stove, fridge, w/d hookup, pd. water, $600/mth, $500/dep. No pets. Taking applications. Call 985-632-6845. _________________ House For Rent: 2 br, w/shed, partly furn., quiet neighborhood in Galliano. No pets, no smoking inside. $775/mth, $700/dep. Call 985-475-7763 or 985-637-7763. _________________

MERCHANDISE

Furn., Dishes, Etc. For Sale: King br set with free mattress set$375; metal desk-$25; 6x4 mirror-$100; Maytag dishwasher & dryer as is-$25; 15” alum. pot-$50; black Resistol cowboy hat$100; about 200 new gray tiles-$35; accordion-$1000; Samonsite luggage sets-$60 or $20; 50 lbs. chlorine-$50; 12 setting Christmas dishes$50; Call 504-8588995 after 12 noon. _________________

BOATS

Fishing Vessel L & M For Sale: 47x16, steel hull, Bottom price $40,000. FMI call 985691-4008. _________________

MOTORCYCLES

2008 Yamaha Roadliner Midnight Star XV19A For Sale: 1854cc, black, 16k, new tires/battery, clean bike, sweet ride, lots of power. $3800 OBO. Call 985-6962630. _________________

HELP WANTED

Jackson Hewitt Tax Service is hiring exp. tax preparers for our offices located in Raceland & Galliano for the upcoming season. $12 per hr. and up DOE. Please call 985-532-0829 and leave a detailed message. _________________ Helicopter Mechanics Needed: Croman Corp is now hiring for S-61 Helicopter Mechanics. Must have A & P License, crew chiefs, seconds, engine mechanics, rotor head mechanics, transmission mechanics & accessories. Field mechanics will be away from home with a rotation schedule. Please send resume to Rsnapp@Croman.net EOE. Drug testing required. _________________ Direct Support Professional: Working with individuals with intellectual disabilities in a group home setting. Please call Evelyn France at 985-798-5899 FMI. _________________ Now hiring Manager for Truckstop. Send resume to 200 B Venture Blvd., Houma, LA 70360. _________________ Triple Son Farm Transport is accepting applications for exp. CDL 18 Wheeler Driver. Offering pd. vacation, health ins., 401K. Must submit to drug screen. Apply at 14502 W. Main, Cut Off. _________________

is accepting applications for all

Offshore Licensed Captains & Unlicensed Engineers

Cash Paid for Junk Cars Dead or Alive!

Offshore AB’s and OS’s

985-637-0164 Call Brad Watson

Offshore Experienced Deckhands

Call 985-693-7750 or apply online at

Lafourche Parish Assessor’s Office

• MANAGER • SERVERS • COOKS

Apply in person at 16848 Hwy. 3235 in Galliano. Sign-On Bonus Available!

See Manager Justin Verner

is seeking a highly organized

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

with great communication skills and at least 3 years of experience. Must be able to manage executive calendar; make travel arrangements; compose letters; organize and maintain files; lift at least 25 pounds; must be knowledgeable in all aspects of administrative and clerical procedures, equipment and software; high customer relations standards also necessary. Additional responsibilities as required.

Resume must be received by December 1, 2015 to be considered for position. Send resume, and cover letter with salary requirements and three references to: Executive Assistant 403 St. Louis St. Thibodaux, LA, 70301 NO PHONE CALLS

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS

CAPTAINS & MATES

200 Ton upon Oceans w/ Towing Endorsement All applicants must have valid TWIC, Passport, MMC Competitive pay & benefits

NO PHONE CALLS

RESUME & MERCHANT MARINE DOCUMENTS CAN BE SUBMITTED BY:

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

Email: smsadmin@4barges.com Fax: 985-446-5405

NATIONAL ADVERTISEMENTS

Reader Advisory: The National Trade Association we belong to has purchased the above classifieds. Determining the value of their service or product is advised by this publication. In order to avoid misunderstandings, some advertisers do not offer employment but rather supply the readers with manuals, directories and other materials designed to help their clients establish mail order selling and other businesses at home. Under NO circumstance should you send any money in advance or give the client your checking, license ID, or credit card numbers. Also beware of ads that claim to guarantee loans regardless of credit and note that if a credit repair company does business only over the phone it is illegal to request any money before delivering its service. All funds are based in US dollars. Toll free numbers may or may not reach Canada.

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www.thelafourchegazette.com Southern Guard Service, Inc. is now accepting applications for Security Guard positions. Apply at 109 W. 12th St., Larose. Call 985-6934316. _________________ 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. _________________ Lafourche Parish Fire Dist. #3 is accepting applications for the following career positions: Fire Department Mechanic. LPFD3 offers competitive salaries, IRA plan, health, vision & dental ins., pd. vacation & pd. holiday. Must possess a valid driver’s license & high school diploma or GED. Please apply in person at Fire Central, 17462 W. Main, Cut Off. Need more info contact Cody Collins at 985-6328068. _________________ Jan Serve Cleaning personnel needed in Lafourche Parish. Call to apply at 985-798-5800. Resume preferred but not required. Submit resume to P.O. Box 143 Cut Off, LA 70345 _________________

SERVICES

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. _________________ Cleaning Service: Reliable & Responsible. Call Terri at 504645-7330. _________________ Colors Painting 20 yrs. exp., pressure washing, rental property clean up & minor repairs. Call 985-2913646. _________________

minerals and other oil and gas interests. Send details to P.O. Box 13557 Denver, Co. 80201

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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. _________________ 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 can’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 _________________ Curry’s Tree Service Tree cutting & trimming, any size, reasonable rates, free estimates, licensed. Call 985-258-0465. _________________ Baby Sitter: Opening for 2 children, age’s infant to school age. Call 985-696-1984, ask for Lee. _________________ Kerry Chiasson Carpentry For all your carpentry needs. Call 985-6376279. _________________

LaBove Plumbing LMP 7038 Gas • Water • Sewer 16844 West Main St. Cut Off, LA 70345 State Licensed & Insured We accept credit & debit cards.

985-991-1881

Trey LaBove, owner. _________________

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 _________________

WANTED Sales / Clerical Position 401k, Paid Vacation Accepting Applications at

Golden Motors • Hwy. 3235,Cut Off See Neil or David • No Phone Calls Please

E.O.E.

Offshore Licensed

Free Pick Up For Old / Junk Cars

Looking for Smiling Faces to Fill Positions of

Coastal Janitorial Services Now Hiring Positions. 5 days a week. Call 632-5791. _________________ Farmworkers Needed for Crawfish & Rice Season in the Galliano rural area, working for Mr. Mark Boudreaux from 1-52016 thru 11-5-2016, 4 temporary positions, 35 hrs. wk. at $10.18/hr. Guaranteed ¾ work period contract. Work includes: Prepare field for cultivation, maintain water, fertilize, weed (by hand), spot treatment, cut up fish bait, check traps, harvest crawfish, operate crawfish boat. Grading, packing, loading & unloading stacks of crawfish; minor maintenance & operation of farm equipment. Farm field & shed sanitation duties. Walk, lift up to 50 lbs., stooping, bending, reach or kneel for prolonged period of times; working outside in inclement weather. Tools furnished at no cost. Housing provided on premises. Transportation & subsistence expenses to the worksite will be pd. by the employer upon completion of 50% of the work contract. Must have legal authority to work within the United States. Contact Thibodaux Career Solutions, 1445 Martin Luther King Dr., Thibodaux, LA 70301. Please refer to job order 573184. _________________ Lafourche Arc is looking for energetic, compassionate individuals to work flexible hrs. & 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 pd 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. _________________

Office: 985-693-7229

WE NEED

YOU!

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

CLASSIFIED

ADVERTISEMENTS

Dog Grooming at Pitre’s Feed & Seed. Call JoAnn Pitre at 696-2321. _________________ Concrete Work Forming, pouring & finishing – houses, buildings, driveways, patios, walkways, etc. Call Glenn Hughes, Jr at 985-209-5552. _________________ Earl’s Yard & Pressure Washing Service., Earl P. Duet, owner. Call 985-6917570. _________________ Can Do Brick, Block & Stone Work. Call for free estimates. Keith Thayer at 985-637-3569. _________________ J & P’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 Arbor’s License & Insured. Call 985-632-2540 or 985696-5174. _________________ Need A Housekeeper? Call 985278-8685, if no answer leave name and number. _________________ Quality Roofing By Kernny Comardelle Metal roofing, small jobs & repairs. Call 985-696-7912, leave message. _________________ Doug’s Pressure Washing & Painting Insured Commercial & Residential. Douglas A Plaisance, Owner / Operator. 985-637-8633 _________________

NOTICES

Using The Lafourche Gazette’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 Gazette’s property, 12958 East Main, Larose. _________________ I am searching for the name of the Lee Brothers Dance Hall owner’s father. He was my great grandfather. Cleophas Lee, August Lee, Paul Lee and T-Nonc are my relatives and his. Please contact 662438-6301 or on facebook/Patrick Foret. _________________ Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Joseph Anthony Hebert, please contact Michelle A. LeBlanc, Attorney at Law, of the law firm of Block and Bouterie, 408 west Third Street, Thibodaux, LA (985) 447-6767. _________________

Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Jennifer Rogillio Hebert, please contact Michelle A. LeBlanc, Attorney at Law, of the law firm of Block and Bouterie, 408 west Third Street, Thibodaux, LA (985) 4476767. _________________ Anyone knowing the whereabouts of a certain Promissory Note payable to American General Financial Services of Louisiana, Inc., executed by Russell J. Guidry and Cynthia D. Guidry, and dated May 9, 2008, in the principal sum of $75,387.60, bearing interest at the rate of 11.74% from dated until paid, and providing reasonable attorney fees, and all charges associated with the collection of same. Please contact Herschel C. Adcock, Jr., Attorney at Law, at P.O. Box 87379, Baton Rouge, LA 70879-8379. (225) 756-0373. _________________

PETS

For Sale: 8 year old Buck Skin Gelding. Registered. Asking $1500. Call 985-2584864. _________________

PRAYERS

PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN Never found to fail. O most beautiful Flower of Mount Carmel, Fruitful Vine, Splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in this my necessity. O Star of the Sea, help me, and show me herein you are my Mother. O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart, to succor me in this necessity; (make request). There are none that can withstand your power. O show me herein you are my Mother. O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee. (3 times) Sweet Mother I place this cause in your hands (3 times) Say this prayer for three consecuritve days & then you must publish it and it will be granted to you. Grateful thanks. Amen __________________________

MEMORIALS

In Memory Of DANIEL M. BRUCE, SR.

Sunrise: 7-1-45 Sunset: 11-23-2012 We think of you often, your memory still lingers. You were a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and friend. Gone but never forgotten. R.I.P., From Your Wife Mary, Children & Grandchildren

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Your year-end financial checklist

It will begin soon enough – all those “beat the rush!” ads for holiday shopping, activities and events. Right now, you have a great opportunity to beat the rush to organize your year-end finances and make some smart moves for the New Year. Consider the following tasks for your year-end financial to-do list. Total up your year-to-date spending. Whether you organize by computer or on paper, make sure your tracking system for spending, saving and investment is up to date. This way, you can make sure you are on budget for the year and ready with data for tax time. Once you are finished, determine your net worth – what you own less what you owe – and get an early idea of what you need to change next year. Check in with your planner or tax professional. Late December is a busy time for financial professionals. Take a minute to see if they can review your numbers and make suggestions on year-end financial activities and new moves you should make in 2016. Make sure you’ve reviewed all your credit reports for the year. You are entitled to one free copy (www.annual creditreport.com) of each of your three major credit reports from TransUnion, Equifax and Experian. It’s generally wise to schedule delivery of each at different points in the year to catch errors or irregularities. Check and rebalance your portfolio. With the dramatic market swings this past year, be sure to check if your retirement

Arrest reports

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. NOVEMBER 13, 2015 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Luke Gautreaux, 29, Belle Rose, Contempt of court (2 cts). Todd Lafort, 32, Raceland. Distribution of meth. Trevonte Neville, 19, Houma. Intimidating, impeding or injuring with witnesses/officers/intimidation. Michelle Bourgeois, 21, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Kerry Lombas, 40, Thibodaux. Enter/remain after being forbidden, simple battery 3 ct, obscenity. Curtis Johnson, 27, Napoleonville. Contempt of court 3 cts. NOVEMBER 14, 205 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Sirmichael Climax, 26, Thibodaux. Domestic abuse battery. James Boudreaux, 51, Houma. Contempt of court (2 cts). Autum Lirette, 32, Lockport. Monetary instrument abuse. Madonna Newsome, 46, Pointe Aux Chenes. Distribution to persons under age 18, improper supervisor of minor by parent/legal guardian. Calvin Naquin, Sr. 47, Pointe Aux Chenes. Distribution to persons under 18, cruelty to juveniles. Damon Knight, 33, Thibodaux. Operating a vehicle with suspended license, pwitd marijuana, turning movements and required signals, poss. of xanax, illegal use of controlled drug in presence of persons under 17 yrs. old. Glenn Burrell, 55, Thibodaux. Operating a vehicle while under suspension for certain prior offenses. Golden Meadow Police Department Bryan Carriere, 36, Opelousas. Fugitive of Lafayette Parish.

and other investments are still on track with your investment goals. Get qualified help if necessary to see if the assets you own still fit your needs. And if you need to do any tax selling by the end of the year, now is the time to start thinking about it. Check your insurance coverage. If you buy your own home, auto, life or other insurance policies, contact two or three agents representing highly rated (www.ambest.com) insurers to review the adequacy and pricing of your coverage. If you have made any structural changes or improvements to your home, make sure those actions are reflected in your homeowners insurance. Such work may boost your home’s replacement value. Also, if you’ve had a major life or financial event like a new baby or the purchase of a new home it’s time to make sure all your coverage is sufficient. Update your W-2, benefits and estate plan if necessary. While you’re updating your insurance and investment needs for big life events related to family, property or marital status, see if your tax withholding and employee health coverage and investments need review. Get qualified help to make this assessment if you are not sure. Empty out your flexible spending accounts. If you have a Flexible Spending Account for health care or other qualifying expenses, it’s time to submit outstanding claims from the doctor, dentist or optometrist. Remember you can only transfer $500 in your remaining balance over to the next year. Make any appointments or medical purchases you need to now and get the paperwork in fast. Do a last-minute tax review. If you work alone or with a tax professional, review your annual income, investment and spending data to see if there’s anything you can do in the final weeks of the year to save on taxes. If tax-deductible donations

NOVEMBER 15, 2015 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Juvaughn Davis, 35, Thibodaux. Contempt of court 6 cts. Colby Perez, 25, Thibodaux. Fugitive of St. James Parish. Lee Hartman, 29, Larose. Disturbing the peace by intoxication, simple assault, unauthorized entry of inhab. dwelling 2cts, scdtp. Lance Hebert, 22, Labadieville. Fugitive of Terrebonne Parish. Frank Labove, 29, Raceland. DWI 2nd offense. Tre Authement, 17, Houma. Violation of special license plate or hang tag for mobility impaired persons, pwitd heroin, illegal carrying of weapon in presence of cds, pwitd xanax, poss. of vicodin, pwitd of marijuana, illegal carrying of weapons, simple escape, poss. or dist. of drug para. Quentin Williams, 32, Thibodaux. Extortion. NOVEMBER 16, 2015 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Allisia L. Broomfield, 20, Thibodaux. Theft. Mark A. Williams, 46, Galliano. DWI. Johnathon Theriot, 23, Gray. Contempt of court, 2cts. John Michael Hess, 34, Belle Chasse. Contempt of court, (support). Dane David Plaisance, 30, Cut Off. Simple burglary moveable structure, contempt of court, 3 cts. Fred Valsin Wesley, 36, New Iberia. Fugitive. Joshua Jacob Comardelle, 39, Des Allemands. Contempt of court. Phillip Randal Disotell, 55, Houma. Telephone communications, improper language harassment, simple criminal damage to property (felony), stalking, aggravated assault. Decorian Jefferson, 24, Marrero. Fugitive. Junius Thompson, Jr., Thibodaux. Contempt of court, 5 cts., fugitive. Brian Gilton, 28, Napoleonville. Contempt of court. Blayne Anthony White, 32, Galliano. Contempt of court.

Sunday, November 22, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

to qualified charities and nonprofits are recommended, consult sites such as GuideStar (www.guidestar.org), CharityWatch (www.charitywatch.org /home) and Charity Navigator (www.charitynavigator.org) to evaluate your choices so you know your contribution is being well spent. Save time and cut back on waste with online bill pay and deposits. Automatic online bill pay means you won’t have to waste time writing checks or risk late payment fees. Scheduling bill

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payment through your checking and savings accounts can save time and money, while setting up regular electronic deposits to savings and investment accounts can also help you save money before you are tempted to spend it. Bottom line: Doing a lastminute review of your finances can potentially save money and help you save, spend and invest smarter in the coming year.

Nathaniel Sillin directs Visa’s financial education programs. To follow Practical Money Skills on Twitter: www.twitter.com /PracticalMoney

LaJuenesse Volunteers for Family and Community members Betty Melancon, Betty Terrebonne and Barbara Plaisance shared information on Belgium at the Lafourche VFC International Day in October. After sharing about Belgium the members enjoyed foods from the country.

The Larose Senior Citizens would like to thank everyone for their kindness of donations, baking, and helping to give their time for the success of the Sweet Shop during the recent French Food Festival. Robin Lewis, 44, Mississippi. Contempt of court. Rhett Thibodeaux, 20, Larose. Simple burglary immovable structure. Thibodaux Police Department Brandon M. Polkey, 21, Thibodaux. Unauthorized entry of an inhabited dwelling (felony), peeping tom. Jordan Joseph Tabor, 22, Thibodaux. Illegal carrying of weapon in presence of cds (felony), poss. of firearm/carry concealed weapon by convicted felon (felony). Christopher John Milek, 27, Thibodaux. Expired motor vehicle inspection, tail lamps required, illegal carrying of weapon in presence of cds (felony), poss. or dist. of drug para, poss. of marijuana, 1st offense. PFHP Nathan Paul Guidry, Larose. Contempt of court, 4 cts. NOVEMBER 17, 2015 Thibodaux Police Department Harry Banks, Jr., 44, Labadieville. Theft. Dustin Paul Mantia, 21, Florida. Possession or dist. of drug para, poss. w/intent to dist. mdma (felony). Kemoyne Matthews, 23, Thibodaux. Illegal carrying of weapon in presence of cds, pwitd marijuana, poss. of firearm by convicted felon, poss. or dist. of drug para., contempt of court. Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Avia May Chouest, 30, Golden Meadow. Monetary instrument abuse, 4 cts. Joshua Michael Matherne, 22, Cut Off. Violation of probation/parole. Trenton Edward Parrick, 31, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Adrian Peltier, 35, Raceland. Contempt of court. Jordon Molaison, 21, Thibodaux. Tele communications, improper. Junius Thompson, Jr., 48, Thibodaux. Fugitive. Nolan Joseph Guidry, Jr., 38, Golden Meadow. Contempt of court. Loelynna A. Griffin, 60, Galliano. Contempt of court, 2 cts. Nicholas John Basulito, 20, Cut Off. Fugitive.

ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, things go well this week, but expect a few bumps along the way as well. Learn how to clear these hurdles and you will stay on track. TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, keep your eye on the prize, resisting the temptation to get swept up in distractions. The longer you can maintain your focus this week, the more likely you are to be successful. GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Luck puts you in the path of someone you have been anxious to meet, Gemini. Use this opportunity this week to ask all the questions you have been wanting to ask. CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Persistence is your best ally this week, Cancer. When others give up early, you have the tenacity to continue. Don’t be surprised if others notice your hard work. LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Other people appreciate your ability to put a positive s pin on things, Leo. Use that talent to help two friends overcome their differences in the next week.

NOVEMBER 18, 2015 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Tyrone Paul, 47, Port Allen. Contempt of court, 2 cts. Ashley Ann Danos, 30, Cut Off. Unauthorized use of a movable (felony). Cornell Washington, 38, Thibodaux. Theft 2 cts. Grady Arnold, 57, Larose. Contempt of court, probation violation. Michael Serigny, 24, Thibodaux. Domestic abuse battery. Dwondald Hinton, 52, Houma. Fugitive Terrebonne Parish. Kristina Verdin, 26, Raceland. Contempt of court. Thibodaux Police Department April Beasley, 24, Raceland. Distribution of meth, attempted poss. of xanax. Probation/Parole Warren Verdin, 29, Dulac. Parole violation. Lockport Police Department Ivy Melancon, 37, Gheens. Theft. Louisiana State Police Reagan Gaudet, 25, Lockport. DWI 1st offense, driving on roadway laned for traffic.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Keep an open mind when someone comes to you with a suggestion, Virgo. Even though you are quick to dismiss it outright, give it a second thought. LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, some big challenges are coming your way, but it’s not anything you can’t handle. However, you may need to bring in some reinforcements. Enlist some friends to help out. SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, after many weeks of putting in your best effort at work and at home, it very well may be time to take a break. Here’s a chance to book a vacation before the holiday rush. SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, even though you are quite persuasive, you cannot always make miracles happen. If someone isn’t moved by your call to action, don’t take it personally. CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, there’s not much more you can pile onto your plate without it tipping over. This week lighten your load by asking family to help. They are more than willing.

ATTENTION POLITICAL CANDIDATES

The Lafourche Gazette will publish political announcements for the upcoming March 5, 2016 election on the front page once at no charge. Please keep announcements brief and to the point with a maximum 400 word count. We reserve the right to edit announcements we deem too lengthy. The deadline for receiving political announcements is Friday, January 8, 2016 at 4 p.m. Any announcements received after this date will be charged as advertisement and will not run on the front page. Announcements will be published in the order in which they are received. Qualifying is Dec. 2 through Dec. 4; last day to register to vote is Feb. 3, 2016; early voting begins Feb. 20, 2016 to Feb. 27, 2016. AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Make an effort to restore some order to your finances, Aquarius. It may be time to curtail your spending, but a close examination of your finances won’t cause much panic. PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, some mysterious news has piqued your curiosity, and now you may not be sure which direction to go for a few days.

FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS NOVEMBER 22 Mads Mikkelsen, Actor (50) NOVEMBER 23 Miley Cyrus, Singer (23) NOVEMBER 24 Sarah Hyland, Actress (25) NOVEMBER 25 Kevin Chamberlin, Actor (52) NOVEMBER 26 Rita Ora, Singer (25) NOVEMBER 27 Jaleel White, Actor (39) NOVEMBER 28 Alan Ritchson, Actor (31)

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Sunday, November 22, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

Food date labels can be confusing

Food date labels are worded in various ways, and interpreting them can be confusing. LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Beth Reames hopes to clear the fog for shoppers who want to understand what the food labels mean. The “sell-by” date tells the store how long to hold the food for sale. You should buy the food before the sell-by-date expires. • Reames explains that if the product has a sell-bydate, the product may be stored in the refrigerator and then cooked or frozen within the recommended purchase period. Take perishable food home immediately after purchase and refrigerate or freeze promptly. • Keep the refrigerator at 40 degrees Fahrenheit or below. Refrigerator storage times for ground beef, ground poultry and poultry is 1-2 days, for beef, veal, pork and lamb it is 3-5 days. Keen an appliance thermometer in your refrigerator to check temperatures. Once a perishable food is frozen, it doesn’t matter if the date expires because foods kept frozen continuously are safe indefinitely, the nutritionist notes. Keep the freezer set at zero degrees or below. • The “best-if-usedby/before” date indicates best flavor quality. It is not a safety date and does not indicate when a food should be purchased. If a food smells, tastes or looks bad, however, you should not use if for quality reasons. Spoilage bacteria can cause food to develop off-odors, flavors or appearance. If foods aren’t properly handled, food borne bacteria can grow and cause food borne illness – regardless of the date label. For example, if hot dogs are taken to a picnic and left out for several hours, they would not be safe to use, even if the date hasn’t expired. • The “use-by” date is the last date recommended for peak quality. The date is determined by the manufacturer of the product. It’s important not to buy or use baby formula or baby food, for example, after its useby-date. Federal regulations require a use-by date on such products to insure nutritional value and food quality. • If an egg carton has an expiration date printed on it, such as “Exp. May 1,” that date is the last date the store may sell the eggs as fresh. The federal grademark, such as Grade AA, means the “fresh” date cannot be more than 30 days from the date the eggs were packed in the carton. • Reames adds, however, that as long as you purchase a carton of eggs before the date expires, you should be able to use all the eggs safely from three to five weeks after the date you purchase them. • Cans may display open or calendar dates. Usually these are the bestif-used-by dates for peak quality. In general, highacid canned foods, such as tomatoes, grapefruit and pineapple, can be stored on the shelf from 12 to 18 months; low-acid canned foods such as meat, poultry, fish and most vegetables will keep 2 to 5 years – if the can remains in good condition and has been stored in a cool, clean, dry place. • “Closed” or “coded” dates are packaging numbers that enable manufacturers to rotate their stock as well as to locate their products in the event of a recall. They don’t mean consumers must use the product by these dates.

• Except for use-bydates, Reames says product dates don’t always refer to home storage or use after purchase. Even if the date expires during home storage, perishable foods should be safe, wholesome and of good quality – if handled properly and kept refrigerated or frozen. For related family and consumer topics, click on the Family and Home link on the LSU AgCenter homepage, at www.lsuagcenter. com. For local information and educational programs, contact an extension agent in your parish LSU AgCenter office.

Surfin’ the is comprised of cute, funny and at times heartwarming stories and photos that are found circulating the internet. Oftentimes there are no known authors of the material. The Lafourche Gazette does not take credit for the writings in this column. We’re publishing it to simply put a smile on our readers’ faces.

Tricky Genie

A man walking along the beach one day finds a bottle. He rubs it and, sure

enough, out popped a genie. “I will grant you three wishes,” said the genie. “But there is a catch. Every

time you make a wish, every lawyer in the world will receive double the wish you were granted.” “Well, I can live with that! No problem!” replied the elated man. “What is your first wish?” asked the genie. “Well, I’ve always wanted a Ferrari!” POOF! A Ferrari appeared in front of the man. “Now every lawyer in the world has TWO Ferraris,” said the genie. “Next wish?” “I’d love a million dollars,” replied the man. POOF! One million dollars appeared at his feet. “Now every lawyer in

the world has TWO million dollars,” said the genie. “Well, that’s okay, as long as I’ve got my million,” replied the man. “What is your third and final wish?” The man thought long and hard, and finally said, “Well, you know, I’ve always wanted to donate a kidney!”

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