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Two die in weekend motorcycle crash

Shortly before 11 p.m. Saturday evening, a 51year old Larose man and a 48-year old Larose woman were killed on LA 308 after the motorcycle they were riding on failed to negotiate a curve and struck a utility pole. The investigation revealed that a 2016 Harley Davidson motorcycle was traveling south on LA 308, near Emile Drive in Valentine. The motorcycle, driven by Scott Faulk, age 51, of Larose, failed to negotiate a left curve and traveled off the right side of the roadway, where it struck a utility pole ejecting both occupants. The rear passenger on the Harley was Dawn Mackey, age 48, also of Larose. Faulk and Mackey, who were both wearing US D.O.T. helmets, were pronounced dead at the scene by the Lafourche Parish Coroner’s Office. Routine toxicology tests are pending. The crash remains under investigation.

Warm winter means larger Louisiana crawfish

LAFAYETTE, La. (AP) — Crawfish sellers in south Louisiana are reporting larger mud bugs in the early part of the season, and they are crediting a relatively warm winter thus far. Heather Girouard, general manager of Hook & Boil restaurant in Broussard, tells The Advertiser that small crawfish are usually expected in January, but she’s seeing medium and large ones already. See Crawfish Page 6-A

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Edwards sworn in as governor; only Democrat in Deep South

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Lafourche Parish President Jimmy Cantrelle and members of the Parish Council were sworn into office Sunday in Lockport. Louisiana Supreme Court Justice John Weimer officiated the ceremony. Cantrelle was elected to his first term as Parish President, defeating incumbent Charlotte Randolph in the Nov. 21 runoff.

Raceland teen’s ‘American Idol’ audition is a dream come true By Kevinisha Walker Daily Comet Staff Writer

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“American Idol” contestant Cameron Richard, 15, playing on his guitar in his Raceland home.

Kelly “Pete” Besson announces candidacy for G.I. council seat

Grand Isle resident Kelly “Pete” Besson, Jr., announces his candidacy for the upcoming Grand Isle election on March 5th, in the following statement: My name is Kelly “Pete” Besson, Jr. and I’m announcKelly “Pete” ing my bid for Council MemBesson, Jr. ber, Seat B, in Grand Isle. I am 44 years old, born, raised and live in Grand Isle. I graduated from Grand Isle High School in 1990. I’m a father to three beautiful children, Brittany, Kelli and Bryson. I am employed by the Grand Isle Fire Department and will make 23 years of active service this April. I am also a member of Grand Isle See Besson Page 10-A

Fifteen-year-old Cameron Richard was born with a cleft palate, and for a while his parents thought he wouldn’t be able to speak well let alone sing. But after receiving the golden ticket to Hollywood last Thursday on the final season premiere of “American Idol,” it was evident to the judges and viewers that Cameron has a golden voice as well. “This season, I’m 15 finally and it’s the first season I could (audition) and it’s the last season of the show,” he told the Courier and Daily Comet. “I wanted to take my chance while I had it.” The Raceland teen also recalled watching “American Idol” as a little kid when Carrie Underwood won the singing competition series.

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Comardelle seeks re-election as G.I. mayor

Grand Isle Mayor David Camardelle has announced his candidacy for re-election as Mayor of the Town of Grand Isle in the following statement: I am a native of Grand Isle and proud father of Meagan, David Camardelle David (Lil David) and Travis Camardelle (deceased). My qualifications for Mayor are: Grand Isle Mayor since 1996; Grand Isle Council Member 1989-1996; Grand Isle Levee Board President since 1993; Louisiana Association of Levee Boards; Louisiana Municipal Association President 2014-2015; Louisiana Municipal Association Executive Board: Grand Isle Tarpon Rodeo President 2003 and many more. See Camardelle Page 10-A

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Saying he won’t be a “business-as-usual” leader, Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards took his oath of office Monday, promising to stabilize the budget and end cycles of financial crises that threaten public health services and colleges. As he placed his hand on the Governor family Bible for the John Bel Edwards swearing-in ceremony, Edwards became the only Democratic governor in the Deep South after an improbable victory. He follows term-limited Republican Bobby Jindal, inheriting a budget mess that will require him to work with a majority GOP Legislature. Edwards pledged bipartisanship in his approach, which he said needed to end Louisiana’s use of stopgap, shortterm financial maneuvers that create new budget troubles annually. See Governor Page 6-A

Take a close look at Social Security in 2016 By Nathaniel Sillin Financial Columnist

If you’re not close to retirement age, it’s easy to ignore what Social Security is doing. However, some significant announcements late last year make now a very good time to pay attention. What follows is a summary of notable changes to Social Security at the start of 2016 and ways to ensure you’re making the right retirement planning and claiming (http://www.consumerfinance.gov/re tirement/before-you-claim/) decisions based on what’s ahead: 2016 Social Security payments won’t increase. In late October, Social Security announced that there wasn’t enough inflation in 2015 to create a See Social Security Page 6-A

Landry G.I. Chief of Police candidate

Laine Landry announces his intention to run as Chief of Police for the Town of Grand Isle in the following statement: It is with great pleasure I announce my candidacy for Laine Landry the office of Chief of Police in Grand Isle in the March election. I am Laine Landry, married to Bridgett Besson Landry and have 5 wonderful children. My parents, Pat and Jean Landry raised 4 children as part of the community of Grand Isle. I have invested my entire life in this town, and now I am blessed to own several businesses in the center of town. This is a very special town and close knit See Landry Page 10-A

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Calendar of Ev ents News to Use! OLOPS volunteers to be honored at mass

In preparation for its 100th Year Celebration, Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church will be honoring the people who are part of its wonderful history. Social Ministries (Our Lady Helps, Jesse/Angel Tree, Shut In Visitors, Prayer Group, Thanksgiving Baskets Volunteers) will be honored at each mass on January 16 and 17. Employees such as Secretaries and Janitors and committee members of Pastoral Council, Finance, Building and Maintenance Committees will be recognized at each mass on January 30 and 31. The 100th Year Celebration Committee hopes to see many past and present, individuals who are part of church history at the weekend masses in January.

Local church to host upcoming revivials

The First Baptist Church, located at 187 Oakridge Park in Golden Meadow will having a spiritual revival on the following dates: January 17: Pastor Jonathan Lefleur, January 24: Pastor Kevin Celestin and January 31: Pastor Tony Ledet

All services start at 10 a.m. Child care is provided. For more information call 475-5940 or www.fbcgm.com.

SLHS to sponsor garage sale Jan. 23

An indoor garage sale for the South Lafourche Class of 2017 will be held on Saturday, January 23 from 8 a.m. till noon in the SLHS gym. Breakfast will be sold. Proceeds to benefit prom and graduation.

Chabert family reunion mtg. slated for Jan. 27

The Chabert Family is planning a meeting on January 27 at 6 p.m. at the home of Louis and Patsy Griffin, 167 W. 67th Street, Cut Off. Check it out on Facebook, Chabert Family Reunion 2016. For more information call Harris Chabert at 985258-8576.

Alcohol, drug free zone planned for parades

The Alcohol and Drug Abuse Council for South Louisiana (ADAC) is proud to announce their continence to sponsor the Alcohol, Tobacco and Drug Free Zone (The Zone) at the Good Earth Bus Terminal (7600 Main Street, Houma). The site will be provided for all Westside Houma Mardi Gras parades. The Zone was created for families and individuals who wish to enjoy the festivals in an environment free from alcohol, tobacco and other drugs.

Powerball jackpot world’s largest at $1.3 billion JOSH FUNK Associated Press

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Disappointed you didn’t win the Powerball jackpot this weekend? Don’t be. Lottery officials say the prize has now swelled to an estimated $1.3 billion — the world’s largest. Ever. “Biggest jackpot in the history of the world. Absolutely confirmed,” Texas Lottery executive director Gary Grief said. The jackpot is so big that billboards in Texas and around the country have to advertise the price as $999 million because they’re not built to show billions. The lottery computers will handle the decimal point without a problem. No one matched all six Powerball numbers Saturday night, leading to the astronomical prize. And that is all but certain to grow before the next drawing Wednesday, according to lottery officials. “We’ve never been at these levels,” said Grief, whose state lottery is part

of the Multi-State Lottery Association that runs Powerball. The odds to win are one in 292.2 million. Seventy-five percent of all the possible combinations were purchased before Saturday’s drawing, Grief said, and he expects that enough tickets will be sold to cover about 80 percent by Wednesday. About 95 percent of Powerball tickets have computer-generated numbers. “I’ve been in the industry over 20 years, and I’ve seen jackpots hit when we hardly have any of the potential numbers covered — like 5 percent of the possible combinations covered. And I’ve seen other jackpots when we’ve had 95 percent of the combinations covered and it rolls,” Grief said. The jackpot has ballooned since its Nov. 4 starting point of $40 million and spurred huge ticket sales. In Omaha, Les Wheeler said he probably overdid it by buying $30 worth of

Planning meeting scheduled for 2016 Bayou Lafourche clean up event

The Barataria-Terrebonne National Estuary Program (BTNEP) will be hosting a planning meeting for the 2016 Bayou Lafourche Cleanup on Wed., January 13th. The meeting will be held from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Bayou Lafourche Freshwater District Office on St. Mary Street in Thibodaux. The clean up event will be held on March 12, from 8 a.m.-12 p.m. It is projected to clean up 106 miles of the bayou from Donaldsonville to Leeville. The cleanup will be done mostly from boats, but volunteers will also be needed to clean in areas around bridges and along the

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billion dollars scares him a bit. “I think I would go into a state of anxiety, but it would be a good anxiety,” he said, smiling. Montecelo, 50, said he would retire and donate some of that money and work on administering the rest. “I would have to open an office and get a team of experts. I think my job would be to keep tabs on that money,” he said. “That would be a full-time job.” The record jackpot lured an unprecedented frenzy of purchases. Between Jan. 6 and Saturday’s drawings, more than $900 million in Powerball tickets were sold. Officials expect similar sales before the next drawing, but Grief said it’s hard to predict how excitement about the record jackpot will boost sales. “It’s exponentially greater than any sales that any of the states involved have ever seen,” he said. ___ Associated Press writers Terry Tang in Phoenix and Olga R. Rodriguez in San Francisco contributed to this report.

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MANDEVILLE, La. (AP) — The mayor of Mandeville has been issued a public urination citation. Causeway General Manager Carlton Dufrechou tells media outlets the incident occurred Thursday night at a Lake Pontchartrain Causeway crossover. He says Mayor Donald Villere was a passenger in a northbound SUV that pulled over Thursday at the 24-mile bridge. According to Dufrechou, Villere stepped out of the vehicle and an officer spotted the mayor as he relieved himself. The officer then issued Villere a citation of public urination. Villere says he was urinating because he has a medical history that includes bladder issues. He says the incident caught him off guard. Villere has been Mandeville’s mayor since 2010. He is seeking re-election in March. ______________

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6 Louisiana statewide officials sworn into office

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Six statewide elected officials were sworn into office Monday. Four are returning for another term: Secretary of State Tom Schedler, Treasurer John Kennedy, Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain and Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon. Two are newly-selected: Former Plaquemines Parish President Billy Nungesser took office as lieutenant governor, and former congressman Jeff Landry as attorney general. The men, all Republicans, took their oaths of office Monday on the steps of the Louisiana State Capitol at Edwards’ inauguration ceremony. Louisiana’s 144 state lawmakers were sworn in for their new four-year terms, as the House and Senate held their organizational sessions. Republicans have solid majorities in each chamber. In the Senate, the GOP holds 25 seats, while Democrats have the remaining 14. Sixty-one of the House’s 105 seats are held by Republicans, while 42 lawmakers in the chamber are Democrats and two are unaffiliated with a political party. The Senate has 11 new members out of 39 seats, and 29 new lawmakers were seated in the House. Four lawmakers who served in the House last term moved up to the Senate, which already was packed with ex-House members. ______________

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“Ever since that season, I’ve always dreamed of being on the show and it’s unbelievable that I actually have this opportunity,” he said. Thursday was the first time Cameron, his family and viewers got to see him and countless others audition for Jennifer Lopez, Harry Connick Jr. and Keith Urban. “When we got to see that audition, tears ran down my eyes,” Tina Richard said of her son’s audition. “That’s my kid.” What viewers saw on Thursday was actually the fourth round of auditions for the Central Lafourche High School student. All of the auditions took place in Little Rock, Ark., over the summer. Cameron’s parents, grandparents and cousin traveled to Little Rock with him. “I’m so glad I got to bring my grandparents,” Cameron said. “I know they’re proud of me for everything, but I’m just so happy I can sing for them while I have them. It just can’t get better than that.” The Richards have re-

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ceived an overflow of calls, texts, and social media messages about Cameron’s audition. “It’s beyond words,” Cameron’s father Barry Richard said. “The phone was just blowing up. You try to do your work, but the phone just kept vibrating and ringing.” Even Cameron’s school administrators and classmates acknowledged his audition. “Today when I went to school, it was really different. A lot of people said ‘congratulations, Cam’ and that really means a lot,” he said. The Raceland teenager also said school administrators played video of his audition during the first hour of class and then one of his Youtube videos afterward. “A lot of my close friends were like, ‘good job,’ and that is what keeps me humble,” Cameron said. “I’m always going to be humble especially about things like this.” Before he performed Ed Sheeran’s “Give Me Love” before the judges, Cameron bonded with Connick about beignets and his Louisiana accent. “It was amazing meeting Harry Connick Jr. be-

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cause he’s from Louisiana, too,” Richard said. “Nothing could’ve made me happier than that moment.” He also enjoyed meeting Lopez and Urban. Because he simply shook Lopez’s hand, he said his schoolmates told him he should’ve given her a hug. While the “American Idol” audition was Cameron’s first nationally televised performance, he is no stranger to performing for large crowds. In 2013, he performed in a state competition held in the Cajundome in front of more than 12,000 people. Eventually, he wants to perform to sold out crowds at the Staples Center in Los Angeles and Madison Square Garden in New York. For right now, however, he and his parents are simply enjoying all the love and support. “It’s been a crazy ride and I hope it never ends,” Cameron said. To see Cameron’s next appearance on “American Idol,” tune into FOX on Thursday night.

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Wednesday, January 13, 2016 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

“In a Small Pond” By Leroy Martin

Nashville, Ernest Tubb and the “Midnight Jamboree”

Two years before he died in a plane crash in Alaska, the great Will Rodgers wrote about the death of his “distant son” as he called Jimmie Rodgers. “He eased the hardships of the Great Depression with his songs.” Will’s words were sacrosanct, so it’s logical to assume that Ernest Tubb’s songs eased the hardships of World War II which could not be alleviated, expunged or erased, but just easing them helped soothe many broken hearts and dreadful memories. I met Ernest Tubb 12 times between 1943 and 1970, enough to consider him a friend. Saturday, March 3, 1951, was the last of a 4day visit to Nashville with my friends Reilly Pitre, Dudley Bernard, Leonce “Fee-ran” Duet, and my manager, Harry Simoneaux, Sr. The purpose and reason for this trip were important to me and I’ll soon write about it. I had written my friend Mrs. Jimmie Rodgers about it to seek advice and she had replied. She also gave me a very private telephone number to call when I got to Nashville, which I did. The number was Ernest Tubb’s office and I

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spoke to his secretary. She looked up my name and told me I was to meet the man himself at the Ernest Tubb Record Shop at 11 p.m. on March 3. My Cajun friends and I were thrilled and the best was yet to come. My business in Nashville was with Troy Martin, an executive with Peer International Music Publishing Company and had been arranged a month earlier in New Orleans. So far this day he and I had attended a formal B.M.I. event at 7 p.m. and I had been interviewed on Radio Station W.S.M. at 9:30 by a very young Ralph Emery. We were on our way to attend Ernest Tubb’s Midnight Jamboree. My friends were leisurely dressed, but Mr. Martin and I were still in a suit and tie from the banquet with no time to change clothes. Arriving at the packed record shop I heard on the speaker “Mr. Leroy Martin, please come to the main office.” As I entered I faced the man himself, dressed in white from hat to boots. “You’re Leroy Martin,” he said. “Carrie Rodgers told me we met in New OrJacob James Punch, son of Camile and Angela Punch of Franklin. Kera is the granddaughter of Mary Boudoin Plaisance and the late Forest Plaisance of Cut Off and Percy Marie of Houma and the late Patricia Authement Marie of Larose. Jacob is the grandson of Eugene and Grace Boudreaux and Gerald and Beulah Punch, both of Franklin. The wedding will take place in late January. Wedding and Engagement Story and Photo Guidelines

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leans in 1943. I’m sorry I don’t remember because there were so many people there, but she told me you were a singer and had a professional band, and requested I meet you personally. I told her if possible I might let you sing a song on tonight’s program.” I froze as he handed me a guitar. “I have to know what song and if you can carry a beat, so sing a bar or two because I don’t want to embarrass you or me.” In a daze I began, and after about 15 seconds, which seemed like a year, he said, “That will do fine. Now go rehearse with the band, even though you seem a little over dressed for the occasion.” There were singers before me including a very young Goldie Hill (later Carl Smith’s wife). I was introduced and after Billy Byrd struck up my intro, something happened that I find hard to believe, even today. My mind went totally and completely blank, and I hadn’t touched a drop of liquor! I don’t remember singing or anything else until arriving at our hotel. My friends said I sang well and acted normal throughout my performance and that they had taken a picture of me at the band rehearsal. Forgotten? Unimaginable! I never told many peo-

ple about that episode since some of my friends thought I didn’t have

both paddles in the water anyway. I never had another experience like that again in my life. This particular loss of memory, as I found out many years later from a Psychiatrist friend, even has a name, Lacunar Amnesia, a short loss of memory because of a dramatic event that happened or was about to happen. Dramatic event indeed! I had just experienced probably one of the most unforgettable moments of my life and, yes, I had totally forgotten it! More next week. BYE NOW! Comments are welcomed at: leroymartin1929@gmail.com

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SUNDAY, JANUARY 24 • Krewe Des Les Petite Lions - Golden Meadow, 1 p.m. FRIDAY, JANUARY 29 • Krewe of Hercules - Houma - 6 p.m. SATURDAY, JANUARY 30 • Le Krewe Des T-Cajun - Larose - noon • Krewe of Bayou Petit Caillou - Chauvin - noon • Krewe of Aquarius - West Houma - 6:30 p.m. SUNDAY, JANUARY 31 • Krewe of Versailles - Larose - noon • Krewe of Hyacinthians - Houma - noon • Krewe of Titans (Following Hyacinthians) - Houma • Krewe of Shaka - Thibodaux - 12:30 p.m. Krewe of Ambrosia (Following Shaka) - 2:00 p.m. FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 5 • Krewe of Athena - Golden Meadow - 7:00 p.m. • Krewe of Aphrodite - Houma - 6:30 p.m. SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 6 • Krewe of Apollo - Lockport - noon • Krewe of Atlantis - Golden Meadow - noon • Le Krewe du Bon Temps - Larose - 6:30 p.m. • Krewe of Mardi Gras - East Houma - 6:30 p.m.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 7 • Krewe of Terreanians - Houma - 12:30 p.m. • Krewe of Cleophas - Thibodaux - 12:30 p.m. • Krewe of Chronos (follows Cleophas) - Thibodaux * Krewe of Grand Isle - Grand Isle - 1:00 p.m. • Krewe of Montegut Children’s Parade - 2:00 p.m. • Krewe of Nereids - Golden Meadow, 6:00 p.m. MONDAY, FEBRUARY 8 • Krewe of Cleopatra - Houma, 6:30 p.m.

MARDI GRAS DAY, TUESDAY, FEB. 9 • Krewe of Houmas - Houma - 11:00 a.m. • Krewe of Kajuns - (follows Houmas) • Krewe of Gheens - Gheens - 11:00 a.m. • Krewe of Neptune - Galliano/Golden Meadow - noon • Krewe of Ghana - Thibodaux - 1:00 p.m. • Krewe of Choupic - Chackbay - 1:00 p.m. • Krewe of Bonne Terre - Montegut - 4:00 p.m.

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Wednesday, January 13, 2016 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

Governor From 1-A

â&#x20AC;&#x153;We can no longer afford to lurch from year to year, cobbling together temporary fixes and expecting to realize permanent sustainability. If we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t fix the structural budget deficit, we canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t fix any of our other problems,â&#x20AC;? the new governor said at the inaugural ceremony held on the steps of the Louisiana Capitol. The Edwards administration estimates Louisiana faces a shortfall of up to $750 million in the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s $25 billion budget for the remaining six months of the current fiscal year and a gap more than twice that amount for next year. While Edwards talked of working across party lines, however, the state House rejected his Democratic pick for speaker, instead choosing Republican Taylor Barras and breaking with a long-held tradition of voting with the governor on legislative leadership. Edwards also outlined a decidedly Democratic agenda that seemed likely to face resistance from a Legislature with Republican majorities in each chamber. He said he will ask lawmakers to increase the

minimum wage, pass a new equal pay law and work to make college more affordable, to combat poverty in Louisiana. And he said heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll start the process for expanding Medicaid on Tuesday, as allowed under the federal health law. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Your tax dollars should not be going to one of the other 30 states that have expanded Medicaid when we are one of the states that expansion will help the most,â&#x20AC;? he said, a line that received thunderous applause from supporters. But the governor called addressing the financial mess his top priority, saying heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll seek to make budget cuts and â&#x20AC;&#x153;rework the failed system of tax incentives, credits and rebates, which too often bleed the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s revenue and leave little to show for the spending.â&#x20AC;? Edwards provided no specifics about which tax break programs heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d seek to scale back. He intends to call a mid-February special session aimed at closing the budget holes and making the tax changes. Six other statewide elected officials, all Republicans, also were sworn into office Monday. Four are returning for another term: Secretary of State Tom Schedler, Treas-

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Several seasonal restaurants are opening this month to serve through early summer. The bigger crop hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t translated into lower prices that are usually seen in the later in the season after Lent. Most restaurants are still charging nearly $25 for

three pounds. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Crawfish farmers are selling from $2.50 to $2.25 all the way to $1.50,â&#x20AC;? said David Savoy, a member of the Louisiana Crawfish Promotion and Research Board. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A lot of that depends on the size. The big disparity is what we get per pound and what we the public has to pay.â&#x20AC;? With the downturn in the regional economy, many residents are expected to be tightening their budgets this year, Savoy said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Crawfish is a luxury item. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no way around it,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What ends up happening is it becomes something people will put off. If they were eating it once a week, they may put it off and eat it once a month of just once a year.â&#x20AC;? According to the research and promotion board, Louisianaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s crawfish industry generates more than $300 million a year. On average, the industry harvests between 120 million to 150 million pounds a year.

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cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) to monthly benefits this year. Understandably, this announcement shook up recipients who look to Social Security for a significant part of their monthly income. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s only the third time payments were frozen in the past 40 years since automatic COLA adjustments began, but hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the rub â&#x20AC;&#x201C; all three occasions occurred after 2010. In short, most seniors will have to live with an average monthly payment of $1,341 with married beneficiaries receiving a total of $2,212. Married and divorced individuals may have to rethink the way they claim benefits. Also last October, Washington settled a federal budget battle in part by closing some notable loopholes in Social Security law that allowed certain married couples to substantially increase their benefits over time and certain divorced individuals to claim benefits from former spouses under certain circumstances. These new restrictions on so-called file-and-suspend and restricted-claim strategies go into effect this coming May. In short, if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re close to age 62 (the earliest age you can start claiming Social Security benefits) getting qualified advice has

never been more important. Other COLA-related issues: When thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no costof-living adjustment, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no change in the maximum amount of earnings subject to the Social Security tax, which will stay at $118,500 in 2016. This means earnings above that level arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t subject to the Social Security portion of the payroll tax or used to calculate retirement payouts. At the same time, the Social Security earnings limit for people who work and claim Social Security payments will stay at $15,720 in 2016 for people ages 65 and younger. Social Security beneficiaries who earn more than this amount will have $1 in benefits temporarily withheld for every $2 in earnings above the limit. Some benefits are going down â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a little. The highest possible Social Security payment for a 66-year-old worker who signs up for Social Security this year will be $2,639 per month, down $24 from $2,663 in 2015. The reason? Social Security noted that despite no cost-of-living adjustment there was an increase in the national average wage index, one of the statistical

guideposts the agency uses to calculate benefits. Service changes. If you havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t created a My Social Security account, do so for two reasons: First, there have been reports of ID theft related to thieves attempting fraudulent signups for such accounts. Second, the agency is making more detailed account data available online such as estimates of monthly payments at various claiming ages. Also, Social Security expanded office hours in some of its field locations in 2015, so if you need faceto-face assistance, check hours of operation at your closest local office (https://secure.ssa.gov/IC ON/main.jsp). Bottom line: Social Security froze benefit amounts for the coming year, and that has an impact on both current and future recipients. You canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t fully understand your retirement without understanding how Social Security works, so nowâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the time to learn.

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Trojans fall in district opener

SPORTS Gazette Sports Reports

The Central Lafourche boysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; basketball teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first district game was a thriller â&#x20AC;&#x201C; an intense, back and forth game that went down to the wire. In the end, it was a heartbreaker for the Trojans who rallied from a large deficit, but then fell in overtime to H.L. Bourgeois. Fridayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s game was an early nominee for game of the season â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a game played before a jam-packed crowd in Mathews. H.L. Bourgeois led at halftime and was up by eight in the fourth quarter before the Trojans stormed back and forced overtime. Once there, H.L. Bourgeois showed championship moxie and took back control, beating Central 71-64. The loss drops Central Lafourche to 0-1 in district play and 11-5 on the season. Trojans coach Mark

Sanders said the loss stings, but added that his team has the chemistry to rebound. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We just didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t do enough,â&#x20AC;? Sanders said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We battled, but we didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t execute well enough. Bourgeois is a good club. We were prepared and ready. They just did more than we did.â&#x20AC;? But not by much. Bourgeois came storming out of the gates early, using a late-minute run to earn a 20-13 lead after the first quarter. But Central Lafourche battled back, cutting the lead to just two at halftime â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a 29-27 hole. In the third quarter, the Braves took control again, using balanced scoring and efficient offense to storm in front 3829 in the third quarter and then later 52-44 in the fourth. But the Trojans rallied

Carver Meet Mike Danos

Mike Danos of Cut Off has been carving for about three years. His favorite bird to carve is the Blue Wing Teal in a decorative style. He has sold some of his creations but mostly indulges in the art for his own pleasure. Mike is part of a group of carvers that promotes Cajun heritage, decoys, carving and keeping the age-old tradition thriving. He thoroughly enjoys his time with the group, especially listening to the other members talk about carving, competitions

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and what they are currently working on. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Since I started carving, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s amazing what I have learned. I never dreamed I would be doing what Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m doing today,â&#x20AC;? said Mike. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve made a lot of new friends who also love carving. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a great group to be a part of.â&#x20AC;? You can view decoys carved by Mike and other members of the club at the Cajun Heritage Festival, which will take place the first weekend in June.

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again, taking a 56-55 lead at one point and even appearing to win the game in regulation when Anfernee Poindexter made a layup and was fouled with 7 seconds left to tie the game at 60. But he missed the goahead free-throw, which sent the game to overtime. Once there, the Braves overwhelmed the Trojans offensively, running the game to its final tally. The Braves made six free throws in the overtime, while holding the Trojans to just four total points in the extra minutes. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We played well,â&#x20AC;? H.L. Bourgeois coach Andrew Caillouet said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We expect to compete at a high level in environments like this and against opponents like this and our kids played a great game. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re happy with the win and with our start to district.â&#x20AC;? Lionel Batiste led the Trojans with 21 points in the loss. Central Lafourche took the floor last night against Thibodaux with no score available at press-time. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll travel to take on Destrehan on Friday night. ___

Lady Trojans falter

The 2015-16 season has not been kind to the Central Lafourche girlsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; basketball team, which has struggled mightily to find footing in District 75A. The Lady Trojans are 1-19 on the season, while struggling to compete in the brutally tough league, which features powers like East St. John, Thibodaux and Destrehan. The Lady Trojans fell 48-25 to H.L. Bourgeois on Friday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a game that the Lady Braves controlled from the onset. Destiny Shelby scored 28 points to lead H.L. Bourgeois, which led 20-10 at halftime before blowing open a 40-14 lead after the third quarter. Like the men, the Central Lafourche played Thibodaux last night and will battle Destrehan on Friday. ___

Tarpons boys waiting to get rolling

The South Lafourche boysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; basketball team hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t had as easy of a run in 2015-16. The Tarpons started the season 3-2, but have since lost 8 of their past 10 games to drop to 510 on the season. South Lafourche has played tough and hung with several tough foes throughout the season, but have not been able to consistently post four quarters of solid offense and defense. In the teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s latest game, South Lafourche squandered an early lead and fell 45-34 to St. Amant. The Tarpons are senior-heavy, but are without second leading scorer junior guard Seth Borne, who is out with a fractured ankle. South Lafourche coach Brian Callais said the injury is a blow, but added that someone else has to step up in his absence during district play, which begins on Friday night when the Tarpons host Morgan City.

The South Lafourche girlsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; basketball team is off to a strong start in district play. The Lady Tarpons welcomed themselves to District 7-4A in style, routing Assumption 61-37 on Friday night â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s inaugural game in its new district. South Lafourche pressed the Lady Mustangs to no end, generating steals and easy transition offense to control the game from the opening tip. The Lady Tarpons are one of the top teams in Class 4A, owning a 16-5 record and a 1-0 mark in district. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We love our defense,â&#x20AC;? South Lafourche girlâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s basketball coach Rainie Terre-

Central Lafourche High School will again be conducting their annual shrimp boil fundraiser on Friday, February 26. Plate lunches will include large boiled shrimp, potatoes, corn, crackers and dip, all for only $12 per plate (cash or checks made payable to CLHS). Order forms may be faxed to CLHS at 985-5323822 or 985-532-5890 (please call to confirm order has been received). Please place your order by 12 noon on Thursday, Feb. 25th. Pick up orders at CLHS, 10 plate minimum for delivery. Regarding delivery orders, every effort will be made to deliver at requested time: however, we cannot guarantee requested time of delivery.

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Nolan LeBlanc was the November winner of a $50 Walmart gift card donated by the Golden Meadow Rotary Club and Walmart. Gift card winners are chosen by a drawing each month. Winners must be a member of the senior group and be present to win. Pictured is Nolan and Darlene Guidry, Golden Meadow Senior Citizen Manager. Call 475-7701 or visit the Golden Meadow Senior Center at 102 Ena Drive.

Lady Tarpons on a roll

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Wednesday, January 13, 2016 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

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Wednesday, January 13, 2016 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

HOMES

House For Sale in Larose: 2 br, 1 ba, low down payment, excel. locations, new construction. Call 985264-6200 or 985-3963000. _________________ House For Sale: 812 W. 11th St., Larose. 3 br, 2 ba, 1807 sq ft. Separate guest quarters 586 sq ft with bathroom. Price: $175,000. Leave message or text 985696-7980. _________________ House For Sale: 3 br, 2 ba, Highlands Subd. in Cut Off. Jacuzzi tub, lg. kitchen, great neighborhood, Asking $235,000. Call Jordan at 985-691-1868. _________________ House For Sale in Cut Off. Nice 3 br, 1 ba. $58,000, $10,000 below appraisal. Call 985-691-1367, leave voice mail. _________________

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. _________________

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. _________________

FOR RENT

Room For Rent: $350/mth, $200/dep., no couples, no pets, no bills, Cut Off area. Call 850-723-8231. _________________ House For Rent: 2 br, 1 ba, ac, w/d, stove, ice box, no pets, no smoking. $700/mth, $400/dep. Call 985-258-9615. _________________ House For Rent: Unfurnished, 2 br, 1 ba, located at 210 McCloud Road in Lockport, $550/rent plus deposit of $1100. Call 985-532-2541, ext. 17. _________________ House For Rent: 4 br, 1.5 ba, $900/mth; Apt. For Rent: 2 br$600/mth; Apt. For Rent: 1 br-$550/mth. 1 month deposit. All in Larose. Call 985-2911146 or 985-6964785. _________________ Apartments for Rent / Lease: Lockport Heights (1) 2BR, 1ba., w/d, fridge, stove, $725/mo and $725/dep. (1) 1BR, 1ba. large living room, kitchen, w/d, fridge, stove, internet, cable w/ wide screen TV included. No smoking, no pets. $795/mo. and $795/dep. Furnished, electricity seperate. 985-258-1285. _________________

House For Rent: Single occupancy or married couple, appl. furnished, grass cut. $700/mth, $500/dep. Call 985-696-0818. _________________ For Rent: Single BR apt., all utilities included, W/D provided. No pets allowed. No smoking. $675/mo. and $500/dep. Call 985-798-5800. _________________ 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. _________________

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Trailer For Rent: 2 br, central heat, appl. furnished, grass cut. $700/mth, $500/dep. Call 985-696-0818. _________________ 2BR, 1ba. Home For Rent in Galliano area. $750/mo and $500/dep. Refrigerator and stove included. FMI call 985-677-0915. _________________ Mobile Home For Rent: 2 br, partially furn., private yard, ready soon. $585/mo. and $400 dep. Call 985-632-2158 or 985533-6212. _________________ Apt. For Rent: Lg. 2 br, 1 ba, all utilities pd., $850/mth, $400/dep. FMI call Carol at 727-3249323 or Roger at 504941-0401. _________________ Trailer For Rent: 3 br, 2 ba, newly remodeled, lg. porch, $800/mth, $800/dep. No smoking, no pets. 227 W. 64th St., Good neighborhood. FMI call 985-637-4269. _________________ Office For Rent: Professional-Immaculate Brick, 1040 sq ft, generator, 526 Main St., Lockport. $2000/mth, Call 985-532-3531 or 985-805-0234. _________________ Mobile Home For Rent: 3 br, 1 ba, w/d, Cut Off area. $1000/mth, utilities included. $500/damage dep. Call 985-2780122. _________________ Trailer For Rent: Sm. 2 br, in Cut Off. $500/mth, $500/dep., also a 1 br, 1 ba in Valentine. $550/mth, $500/dep, utilities pd. Call 985-691-4213. _________________ House For Rent: 2 br, partly furn., w/nice sz. shed, no pets, no smoking inside, quiet neighborhood in Galliano. Call 985-4757763 or 985-637-7763. _________________ 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 _________________

Apt. For Rent: 3 br, 2 ba, newly renovated, 2 story apt. $700/mth. & dep/utilities. Call 985-632-6188. _________________

***Move in special*** Ask about free rent! Large 2BR, 1ba. apartment for rent: Units have washer, dryer, range, fridge, microwave and dishwasher. Pets welcome. To see pics go to www.coteblancheapartments.com. One unfurnished unit available for $1000/mo, water included. One furnished unit available for $1500/mo, water, electricity, cable and internet included. $750 deposit. Call Bill at 985-3255626. _________________

House or Apt. For Rent: 1 & 2 br, starting at $400/mth. plus utilities, Central Lafourche area. FMI call 537-9259. _________________ Trailers For Rent: 2 br, 2 ba, both in the Golden Meadow area, some furn. included. FMI call 985-6651220. _________________ 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. _________________ Trailer For Rent: 3 br, 2 ba, private street. Call 985-677-1155. _________________ (2) Apts. For Rent: 1 br, in Larose. At 410 & 412 W. 14th St., FMI call 985-991-8119. _________________ 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. _________________ 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. _________________ Multiple Properties For Rent in Lockport. (1) br, half bath, (2) 2 br,1 ba, (1) twothirds br, & 1 ba, (1) 3br, 2 ba trailer. FMI call 985-665-9538. _________________ 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. _________________

MERCHANDISE

Mardi Gras Beads For Sale: Call 985632-5153. _________________

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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. Negotiable. _________________ AT T E N T I O N ! HUNTERS, OFFSHORE PERSONNEL, OUTDOORS MEN Military Items For Sale: Lg. mosquito netting-$10 ea/$5-3 or more, ruck sacks-$50, sleeping bags w/liners-$30, Abags (lg. enough for hunting gear, clothing etc, other misc. items)-$15. ALL MUST GO. Call 850226-3389. _________________ 6 Bag Sandhopper For Sale w/moisture trap, 5 gal. agitating spray pot, air lines, lg. cookie jars, temptation rooster & chicken, ceramic cooking casserole w/rack, lots of cook books (a lot of them, brand new). Call 985-696-7733 or 985-696-7723. _________________

GARAGE SALES

Big Garage Sale: 257 E. 93rd St. Brick house across from SLHS baseball field, new stuff every day. Thurs. Jan. 14, starting at 8 am; Fri. Jan. 15, starting at 10:30 am; and Sat. Jan. 16, starting at 8 am. Rain or shine. _________________

Huge Indoor Multi Fly. Garage Sale: 123 E. 95th St. (2nd house on left), Thurs.Sat., Jan. 14, 15 & 16. Lots of everything. _________________ Garage Sale: Wed. Sat. & Sun. at 185 E. 74th Place. Happy New Year. We have lots of new stuff. So, if you want to save money, come to our garage sale. Look for the green sign. _________________ After Christmas Garage Sale: Wed. Jan. 13 & Thurs. Jan. 14 at 11360 Hwy. 1, 154 Alida Lane. One mile north of Intracoastal, last house in back. Look for all the green signs. Costumes, pajamas, baby clothes to adults, boy’s sizes 0 to sz. 6, men/women/young girls clothes name brand, Ann Taylor Abercrombie, Hollister, Victoria Secret, Justice, Polo, Ralph Lauren. Shoes, boots, purses Michael Koru, household items, dishes, pots and pans, seasonal decorations, jewelry, toys, electronics. Rain, sleet or snow, we have heaters. _________________

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

10628 Hwy. 1 • Lockport, LA. 70374

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• CRANE OPERATORS • FORK LIFT OPERATORS • BANKSMEN • RIGGERS

Must have TWIC card, reliable transportation, be able to pass drug screen and back ground check.

You may apply in the following ways: Fax Resume to (985)532-2580, Call Office: 985-532-2577 Email: pioneer@pioneerprod.net Apply in person at the Lockport office www.pioneerprod.net

Huge 3 Fly. Garage Sale: Sat. June 16 from 7 am to 2 pm at 18308 W. Main, Galliano, next door to old Cheramie Cleaners. Too much to list. Some items new or barely used. Clothes, shoes, kitchenware, knick knacks, etc. _________________

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. _________________ Coastal Janitorial Services Now Hiring Positions. 5 days a week. Call 632-5791. _________________ 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. _________________ 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. _________________ Clerical/Sales Person needed for an insurance agency in the South Lafourche area. Send resume to Help Wanted at P.O. Box 190, Larose, LA 70373. _________________ Special Ed. Dist. #1 is seeking a Full Time Floater for its facility in Cut Off. Successful candidates must be at least 18 yrs. old, possess a GED or high school diploma, possess a valid LA driver’s license, pass a criminal background check, physical/drug test and agility/ability test. Int. parties should call Rose Grabert at 985632-5671 for appt. Applications can be accepted from Jan. 7 thru Jan. 22, between the hrs. of 8 am to 2 pm. _________________

Looking for an occasional driver to drive me on errands and doctor appts. Must have a car, single woman between the ages of 45-60. Reliable safe driver, no smoking, no alcohol, no drugs. Call Gloria Pierce for interview. 985-258-1767. _________________ Special Ed. Dist. #1 “The Center” is seeking a Full Time Direct Support staff for its facility in Cut Off. Successful candidate must be at least 18 yrs. old, possess GED or high school diploma, possess a valid LA driver’s license, pass a criminal background check, physical, drug test and agility/ability test. Int. parties should call Rose Grabert at 985632-5671 for an appt. Applications will be accepted from Jan. 7 thru Jan. 22 between the hrs. of 8 am to 2 pm. _________________ Salon U is looking for a licensed & exp. nail technician, massage therapist, esthetician and/or hair stylist. Please contact Rosalyn Chiasson at 985696-4540. _________________ Cheramie Landscaping & Lawn Care is accepting applications for all positions. Must be able to pass a physical & drug screen. Exp. preferred. Send resumes to bryanc@ viscom.net or call 985-696-5550. _________________ Front Desk Staff needed at Days Inn in Galliano. Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and 12 hr. shifts. Apply in person at Days Inn Galliano, 18434 Hwy. 3235, No Phone Calls. _________________

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. _________________ Credit Repair! 45 days to a better credit repair. ydefelice.crn @gmail.com. Collections-charge offs, Late Pays-medical bills, Child Support-tax liens, Judgmentsbankruptcies, etc. Gone forever. Call Yvonne DeFelice at 985-856-1655. _________________ We install culverts & catch basins, free estimates. Call Mark 985-258-4641. _________________

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. _________________

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

www.thelafourchegazette.com Curry’s Tree Service Tree cutting & trimming, any size, reasonable rates, free estimates, licensed. Call 985-258-0465. _________________ 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, age’s infant to school age. Call 985-696-1984, ask for Lee. _________________ Can Do Brick, Block & Stone Work. Call for free estimates. Keith Thayer at 985-637-3569. _________________

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 _________________ Evans Concrete Construction House slabs, driveways, sidewalks, etc. No job too big or too small. Call Leonard Evans at 985-6772959. _________________ 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. _________________ Earl’s Yard & Pressure Washing Service., Earl P. Duet, owner. Call 985-6917570. _________________ Concrete Work Forming, pouring & finishing – houses, buildings, driveways, patios, walkways, etc. Call Glenn Hughes, Jr at 985-209-5552. _________________ Dog Grooming at Pitre’s Feed & Seed. Call JoAnn Pitre at 696-2321. _________________

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 _________________ Curry’s Painting Services New construction, remodels, interior/exterior, pressure washing, shingle roofing, new & repair. Exp. Call 985-258-0465 or 985-258-6414. _________________ Cajun Roofing & Carpentry, LLC 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 _________________

NOTICES

POSTED: No Trespassing, Hunting, Trapping or Fishing on all properties owned by Louisiana Delta Farms - I.P. Farm’s, Inc. in Lafourche Parish. Violators will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. _________________ 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. _________________

Free Pick Up For Old / Junk Cars

Cash Paid for Junk Cars Dead or Alive!

985-637-0164 Call Brad Watson

Book Keeper / Accountant Needed (Temporary 3-5 Months)

Skills and Experience:

• Must be proficient in use of MS Office, especially Excel • Experience Balancing Sheets & Trial Balance Accounts • Experience Reconciling Cost of Good Sold in General Ledger Accounts • Prior Financial analysis and Accounting background experience a must • MBA is a plus

Send resumes to christian@gssimail.net or mary@gssimail.net or apply in person at Gulf South Services, Inc. 280 Ford Industrial Rd., Morgan City, LA 70380

Arrest reports

OBITUARIES

DELLA CHERAMIE Della H. “Grom Della” Cheramie, 88, a native and resident of Galliano passed away on Sunday, January 10, 2016. Visitation will be held at Christian Family Center on Wednesday, January 13th from 1:00 p.m. until funeral time. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. with burial to follow in Cheramie Cemetery She is survived by her sons, Filton A. Cheramie, Jr. (Norma), Troy Cheramie (Charlene); daughters, Kate Duet (Mervin), Ruth Adams (Craig), Zoe Ann Savoy (Evans, Jr.), Tina Cheramie; brothers, Hoover Hebert (Geraldine), Volse Hebert (Earline); sister, Myrtle Griffin (John); 14 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Filton Antoine Cheramie, Sr.; parents, Onezime and Normandy “Tin” Hebert; son, Johnny Paul Cheramie; brother, Calvin Hebert; sister, Janet Dantin. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. ______________

EDWARD MARTIN Edward A. “Johnny” Martin, 71, a native of Fort Myers, FL and resident of Galliano passed away on Wednesday, January 6, 2016. Memorial services were held at Christian Family Center on Tuesday, January 12th at 10:00 a.m. He is survived by his wife, Bonnie Jean Martin; sons, Michael A. Martin (Alyce) and Daryl W. Martin (Ester); grandchildren, Shawn Martin, Alicia Martin, Megan Martin; great grandchildren, Brayden Martin and Greyson Martin. He was preceded in death by his father, Williston Martin; mother, Lucille Harris; step father, Alfred Harris; grandchild, Hunter Martin. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. ______________

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.

EURA BRUCE, SR. Eura J. Bruce, Sr., 83, a native and resident of Cut Off passed away on Friday, January 8, 2016. Visitation was held from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. on Monday, January 11, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Cut Off. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Monday with burial in Cheramie Cemetery in Galliano. He is survived by his wife, Dorita Collins Bruce; son, Eura Bruce, Jr. (Clay); daughter, Charleen Hebert (Kirk); brother, Norbert Bruce (Rema); sister-inlaw, Janice Bruce; grandchildren, Amy, Sara, Kirk, Michael and 11 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Octave Bruce, Sr. and Amy V. Bruce and brother, Octave Bruce, Jr. Eura was a member of the Knights of Columbus. Falgout Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements. ______________

SCOTT FAULK Scott Anthony Faulk, 51, a native and resident of Larose passed away on Friday, January 9, 2016. Visitation will be held at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church on Thursday, January 14th from 10:00 a.m. until funeral time. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 12:00 p.m. with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his father, Bob Allen Faulk; sons, Scott James Faulk, Brock Bennett; daughters, Ashley Nicole Faulk, Jera Faulk Angelette (Cody); sisters, Stacey Ann Faulk, Kelly F. Guidry, Casey Eve Collette (Marc); grandchildren, Peyton, Austin, Haiven, Saige, Alyssa, Annie, Nila, Max, Violet. He was preceded in death by his mother, Deanna M. Faulk; fiancée, Dawn Riha Mackey. He has a contagious smile and we know he is smiling down on us from heaven. He is now, forever in his mother’s arms. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. ______________

JANUARY 6, 2016 Probation/Parole Travis Guilliot, 43, Thibodaux. Violation of probation/parole. JANUARY 7, 2016 Thibodaux Police Department Norman Danos, 57, Thibodaux. Vagrancy unlawful presence. Alvin Socco, Sr., 55, Thibodaux. Enter/remain after being forbidden, immovable structure, disturbing the peace, appearing in an intoxicated condition. Louisiana State Police Jessica Poole, 32, Lockport. DWI 1st offense, careless operation, no driver’s license on person, poss. of alcoholic beverages in motor vehicle, hit and run driving with no personal injury. Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Arrondrick Shelby, 17, Raceland. Simple criminal damage to property (felony). Amy Jones, 51, Thibodaux. Contempt of court (3 cts). Phillip Disotell, 55, Houma. Violation of protective orders. Johnnie Bennett, 36, Raceland. Contempt of court. Tally Dufrene, 18, Raceland. Contempt of court (2 cts), fugitive from justice (3 cts). Josie L. Foret, 26, Raceland. Theft of a firearm (2 cts). JANUARY 8, 2016 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Austin Tardo, 19, Thibodaux. Theft of a firearm (2 cts). Rhea Boquin McKliney, 33, Gibson. Contempt of court. Corey Sandolph, 34, Paradis. Contempt of court (2 cts). Damoz Folse, 22, Raceland. Contempt of court (3 cts). Michael Cheramie, Jr., Cut Off. Simple criminal damage to property (felony), domestic abuse battery, poss. of soma (felony), cruelty to the infirmed (theft). Allen Flores, 24, Gheens. Contempt of court. Ty Joseph Albarado, 22, Napoleonville. Contempt of court. Rayvar Thomas, 25, Thibodaux. Contempt of court (2 cts). Debra Cormier Levron, 60, Houma. Contempt of court. Rusty Benoit, 32, Sulfur, LA. Contempt of court. Jared Larose, 35, Thibodaux.

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Request for Proposal The Greater Lafourche Port Commission is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) to any parties interested in leasing or acquiring other rights in property located in Port Fourchon, the South Lafourche Leonard Miller, Jr. Airport, and the South Lafourche Airport Industrial Park. The Commissioner’s intent is to place its available property into productive use, in accordance with its Master Plan recommendation, in a manner which generates commensurate revenue for the Commission, provides optimum utilization and generates substantial community benefits. Interested parties may obtain copies for by calling 985-632-6701 or visiting the Commissioner’s website at www.portfurchon.com. These request for Proposals provide updated, detailed maps of property available for proposals and a general overview for its Commissioner’s lease expectations for its property. Sealed proposals must be received at the Commission Administration Building at 16829 East Main Street in Galliano, LA on or before the last day of the month by 4:30 p.m. CST for consideration at the following month’s regular board meeting. The Commission reserves the right to reject any and all proposals at its discretion. 1/13/16

Violation of probation/parole. Corey LeBlanc, 39, Houma. Illegal poss. of stolen things. Kentrell Young, 31, Thibodaux. Taking contraband to/from penal institutions prohibited. Lockport Police Department Joshua Lee, 28, Houma. Domestic abuse battery. Golden Meadow Police Department Kelly Ordoyne, 19, Golden Meadow. Contempt of court. Thibodaux Police Department Rhaneka Matthews, 26, Thibodaux. Theft of goods. Starr Carter, 37, Thibodaux. Contempt of court (6 cts). JANUARY 9, 2016 Thibodaux Police Department Jeremiah Thomas, 31, Raceland. Simple burglary of inhabited dwelling (felony). Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Bernard Gaudet, 26, Chackbay. Contempt of court (8 cts), violation of probation/parole. Dana Miller, 54, Raceland. Disturbing the peace, enter/remain after being forbidden, resisting an officer. Darrel Charles, 26, Houma. PWITD heroin, illegal carrying of weapon in presence of cds, pwitd of cocaine, pwitd of crack cocaine, pwitd meth, stopping, standing, or parking outside business or residence, poss. of firearm/carry concealed weapon by convicted felon, poss/dist. of drug para. David Massey, 39, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Taro Gaudet, 18, Thibodaux. Resisting an officer by force or violence. Randall Gaudet, 49, Raceland. Contempt of court (2 cts), violation of probation. Yaswanta Lawson, 32, Lockport. Domestic abuse battery involving strangulation w/child endangerment. Charles Cunningham, 33, Houma. Domestic abuse battery w/child endangerment. Antonio Thompson, 25, Thibodaux. Contempt of court (2 cts). Lacey Guidry, 21, Thibodaux. Harboring a fugitive. Louisiana State Police Freddie Goodwin, 57, Thibodaux. Fugitive of Terrebonne Parish. JANUARY 10, 2016 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Cole Rodriguez, 32, Raceland. Unauthorized use of a movable. Allen Cuevas, 37, Cut Off. Leased movable, obtain by false representation, failure to return. Damian Truxillo, 52, Raceland. Contempt of court (2 cts). Torrence Flakes, 29, Thibodaux. Contempt of court (2 cts). Beatrice Wallace, 22, Raceland. Telephone communication improper language. Craig Dufrene, 56, Cut Off. Contempt of court. Christopher Porter, 35, Texas. Enter/remain after forbidden. Dale Massey, 34, Thibodaux. Violation of probation/parole. Matthew Barrow, 53, Lafayette. Contempt of court (2 cts). Thibodaux Police Department Ceon McKay, 27, Chauvin. Contempt of court.

Four sought in Galliano armed robbery Wednesday, January 13, 2016 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

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A reward is being of- the residence. Britton and fered for information lead- Dunn allegedly assisted ing to the arrest of four during the robbery as the individuals wanted for an Harmans stole a wallet and armed robbery over the two cell phones. All four weekend. Brothers Jordan then fled the scene in a Harman, 19, of Raceland white 2008 Dodge Avenger. and Sloan Harman, 22, of Anyone with informaCut Off are wanted in con- tion on the whereabouts of nection to the incident as any of the suspects is well as Tyrel Britton, 23, of asked to contact Crime Mandeville and Sydney Stoppers Bayou Region at Dunn, 19, of Gonzales. 1-800-743-7433 or by texJust after 1 a.m. on ting “GIVEATIP” plus your Saturday, January 9, message to 274637. Tips Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s can also be submitted Office deputies responded using the TipSubmit Moto a residence in the 18100 bile application or online at block of West Main Street www.crimestoppersbr.org in Galliano in reference to Tipsters will remain an armed robbery. anonymous and could be Through investigation, eligible for a reward up to deputies learned Tyrel $1,000 in cash if the inforBritton and Sydney Dunn mation given leads to an were visiting with another arrest. male and female at the residence. At one point, Dunn exited the residence saying she needed to make a phone call. Shortly thereafter, Jordan and Sloan Harman entered the residence armed with handSloan Harman guns and de- Jordan Harman manded money from the man and woman. The male victim attempted to disarm Sloan Harman, and during the struggle a round was fired from the firearm striking a couch in Sydney Dunn Tyrel Dunn the living room of

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Alan and Sandra lived on a cove at Gull Lake Alberta. It was early winter and the lower portion of the cove had frozen over. Alan asked Sandra if she would walk across the frozen part of the cove to the general store and get him some smokes and beer. She asked him for some money, but he told her, “Nah, just put it on our tab. Old man Stacey won’t mind.” So Sandra, being the

good wife walked across the ice, got the smokes and beer at the store and then walked back home across the cove. When she got home with the items she said, “Alan, old Stacey did actually mind putting the purchase on the tab and gave me a long lecture. Why didn’t you just give me some money?” Alan replied, “Well, Sandra, I didn’t want to send you out there with cash when I wasn’t sure how thick the ice was!”

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Volunteer Emergency Services (G.I.V.E.S.) ambulance service and have been for 23 years this April. During my career for both of these important services, I was fortunate to serve as an elected officer for both boards of officers. I am a proud member of Our Lady of the Isle Catholic Church, where I was able to serve two terms on the pastoral council. I also own and run my own business, “A Day in Paradise” fishing charters. So I have a high interest in the seafood industry on Grand Isle and Cheniere, and would like to see all fishermen prosper and the industry keep moving forward. Having three kids still in school, I would like to see more activities for our youth on Grand Isle and Cheniere. We have two community centers, several parks and a beautiful beach. Working together we can make that happen. If elected, I am looking forward to working with the mayor and the rest of the council members to continue the progress of Grand Isle and Cheniere. I will be a 24/7 council member, my door will always be open, and my cell phone always on to address any problems that arise. I would like to ask everyone if possible to please get out and vote on March 5, every vote is important. And please consider me for Council Member Seat B.

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It is not easy working with local, parish, state and federal officials to represent such a small town as Grand Isle. It takes hard work to successfully complete major projects by working with all of the elected officials. Many trips to Baton Rouge and Washington are necessary to insure that projects are moved along and brought to completion. Working together with council members we brought $100 million to improve the island’s infrastructure. A list of some of these projects include the following; rehabilitation of all town streets; Multiplex/Health Care Center; new drainage pumps; fishing piers; new parish library; maintenance storage facility shed; handicapped crossovers on levee; new school gym; acquired baseball field from Energy XXI; new Carl Santiny Memorial Park (Chighizola Lane); upgraded existing parks; new Caminada Bridge; bicycle and golf cart path along Hwy. 1; Cleanest City Contest award winner two years in a row; Geo tube for Hurricane Protection Levee on gulf side; purchased old school gym to convert into a youth recreational facility; BP funds for Coastal Restoration; new fire department building and now currently applying for funding for a new town hall and police station. As president of Grand Isle Independent Levee District and working closely with the levee board members we made many accomplishments in the last few years bringing $12 million for rock and levee projects for Grand Isle and Cheniere. These levees were tied into our town drainage. We have acquired final permits to continue the rock projects on the north side on Grand Isle and Cheniere. Between the levee board and the town we work closely with the Grand Isle Port Commission, sharing a grant to provide the public dock for our fishermen. Also, working with Grand Isle Port Commission to dredge Bayou Rigaud going toward the western end to Caminada Bay. One of the things I have especially worked hard for is lobbying for the commercial fishermen and oilfield worker. I have supported efforts to keep prices competitive

for local seafood processing in business. I have worked hard to keep local oilfield businesses from relocating after major hurricanes and supported them to create new jobs. Grand Isle is becoming one of the best resort areas in the state of Louisiana and tourism is very important to the future of Grand Isle. Therefore, I will take whatever steps necessary to insure that Grand Isle is advertised and that any tourism dollars available at all levels of government are sought for and received. We take pride in having the cleanest beach in the state and for winning the Cleanest City Contest for our division. As the best recreational fishing can be found along

the gulf coast in Grand Isle, we will always promote fishing rodeos to attract all recreational fishing anglers from near or far. Again, I am asking for your vote and support in this upcoming election on March 5.

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community. Being a lifelong resident allows me to have perspective of the past, present, and future needs of our community. Our residents and businesses depend on the oil industries, commercial and recreational fishing, camp owners, and tourism to support families and town of Grand Isle/Cheniere.

We as a community must restore pride and professionalism to the Police Department. Law enforcement across this country is rapidly changing in all aspects. While some great officers that patrol our streets and protect this island daily; their continued success is a direct reflection of the tools and training offered by a forwards thinking Chief. I have the past training and the temperament to protect our town and will be professional in my duties as Chief. I will also give the officers the best tools and resources allowed to make each better prepared to serve the public. One of my top priorities is to reestablish the D.A.R.E. program in our school, appoint a full

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time school resources officer, and implement a junior police officer program. I had previously served 10 years on the Grand Isle Police force as lieutenant and as a commissioned Deputy under the late Sheriff Harry Lee. I mentioned that law enforcement has changed, but the basics of being a committed

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