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Analysis: Louisiana voters get little rest from elections
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MELINDA DESLATTE Associated Press
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Think you’ve had enough of elections after last year’s U.S. Senate race and this year’s governor’s race? Buck up, Louisiana voters, you’ve got another year to go, and the next round of races are looking like another competitive doozy. As soon as the governor’s race had wrapped up, jockeying for the 2016 U.S. Senate race began. With an open seat, it seems anyone with a higher political aspiration wants to be included on the list of possible candidates. More than a dozen potential contenders have been named so far, and voters won’t cast ballots until November, at the same time as the presidential election. Republican David Vitter’s announcement that he wouldn’t run for re-election to a third term as U.S. senator after losing the governor’s race to Democrat John Bel Edwards was the unofficial kickoff of the Senate race. Already announced and running are two GOP congressmen: Charles Boustany of Lafayette, a retired surgeon in his sixth term representing southwest Louisiana, and John Fleming of Minden, a doctor and businessman in office since 2009 representing northwest Louisiana. At least one other GOP contender, retired Air Force Col. Rob Maness — who ran unsuccessfully for the Senate last year — has See Elections Page 5-A
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Lafourche Parish will conduct a Christmas tree collection period on Jan. 14, 15, and 16, throughout the parish. Christmas trees collected during the designated collection period will be used to help control coastal erosion. Simply place your Christmas tree curbside, separate from garbage and trash items, for pick-up during this period. Trees should be bare, without ornaments, flocking, tinsel or stands. Artificial trees cannot be used and won’t be picked up. All trees placed on the curbside after January 16th, or any tree not recyclable, will be picked up with the regular garbage pick-up. So have your tree curbside if you wish to recycle it.
Four new troopers arrive at Troop C
Gray, LA - Louisiana State Police Troop C received four new Troopers Monday as they reported to Troop C for their orientation. These four Troopers were among 57 cadets to have recently graduated The Louisiana State Police Training Academy as State Police Cadet Class #94, finishing a rigorous journey that began on August 30th of this year. Cadets trained in areas such as crash investigation, emergency vehicle operations, DWI detection, traffic incident management, and leadership. The new Troopers were each assigned a Field Training Officer (F.T.O.) to help guide them as they make the transition out in the field. Upon
completion of the F.T.O. program they will receive their shift assignments and follow in the footsteps of the Troopers before them. “I had the pleasure of attending the graduation of LSP Cadet Class 94. These Troopers have all distinguished themselves during their 16 week training academy. I am proud to welcome our four new Troopers to the Troop C family,” said Captain Darrin Naquin, Louisiana State Police Captain Troop C. The new Troopers are: - Brittany Caughlin of Vacherie, LA. Caughlin is a former Marine who worked as a Paramedic for Acadian Ambulance for the past three years before joining LSP. See Troopers Page 5-A
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Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus took their annual ride on the motorcycle to visit with the children on December 19 in Larose.
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Santiny to run for eighth term as Grand Isle Councilman
Grand Isle Councilman Ran Santiny announces his candidacy for re-election in the following statement: Ray Santiny My name is Ray Santiny. I am announcing my bid for re-election to an eight consecutive term as Council Member Seat A for the Town of Grand Isle. I am a native of Grand Isle and married 49 years to a native girl, Rosemary Bradberry. We have 3 children, 8 grand children and 3 greatgrand children. I was first elected Council Member in 1988 and I have been the Town Clerk since 1990. I am a U.S. Army Veteran and have been affiliated with many community organizations such as the American Legion, G.I. Fire DeSee Santiny Page 5-A
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WASHINGTON (AP) — In June, during one of the best stretches of his presidency, Barack Obama strode through a West Wing hallway exclaiming, “Offense! Stay on offense!” It was a rallying cry for a White House that suddenly seemed to find its footing in the final quarter of Obama’s tenure. An Asia-Pacific trade agreement was moving forward, as was the diplomatic opening with Cuba and work on an historic nuclear accord with Iran. The Supreme Court upheld a key tenet of the president’s long-embattled health care law and legalized gay marriage nationwide. Even in the depths of tragedy following a church shooting in Charleston, South Carolina, the president struck an emotional chord with his stirring eulogy for the victims. “I said at the beginning of this year that interesting stuff happens in the fourth quarter — and we are only halfway through,” Obama said during his annual year-end news conference. But the seventh year of Obama’s presidency also challenged anew his cautious and restrained approach to international crises, particularly in the Middle East. Attacks in Paris and San Bernardino, California, heightened fears of terror on American soil and Obama’s attempts to reassure Americans fell flat. And a seemingly endless string of mass shootings elsewhere in the country exposed the sharp limits of Obama’s power to implement the gun control measures he speaks of with passion. Obama now stares down 11 months before his successor is chosen in an election shaping up to be a referendum on his leadership at home and abroad. He stirs deep anger among many Republicans, a constant reminder of his failure to make good on campaign promises to heal Washington’s divisiveness.
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at the Bayou Council Office, 504 St. Louis St. in Thibodaux, on Jan. 7, 14, 21, 28 & Feb. 4. Admission is free and presentations are open to the public. No children allowed.
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Seminar for politicians slated for Tues.
Lafourche Parish District Attorney Cam Morvant will host a seminar for all current and incoming Lafourche Parish Council members and the Parish President on Tuesday, January 5 at 5:30 p.m. at the Parish Government Complex in Mathews. Topics covered will include public records, open meetings, public bid and the home rule charter.
LRD3 board meeting to be held Tues.
The next regular meeting of the Board of Commissioners of Lafourche Recreation District #3 will be held at the Greater Lafourche Port Commission Building in Galliano on Tuesday, January 5 at 7 p.m. The public is invited to attend.
Parent education classes to begin Wed.
The Bayou Council Behavioral Health Services will offer parent education presentations on Wednesdays from 10 a.m. till noon at the Terrebonne Parish DA’s Office, 118 Armour Drive in Houma, on Jan. 6, 13, 20, 27 & Feb. 3. The presentations will also be offered on Thursdays from 10 a.m. till noon
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The Bayou Council Behavioral Health Services is sponsoring its Fireworks Anger Management classes, (3 two-hour sessions for ages 18 and over), from 3 to 5 p.m. on Thursdays, Jan. 7, 14 & 21. Limited space is available. To enroll report to the Bayou Council Behavioral Health Services, 504 St. Louis St., Thibodaux with $150 enrollment fee (money order only). For more information call 985-446-0643.
Handgun course slated for Jan. 9 at Eymards
Eymard Shooting Academy is offering a Concealed Handgun Training Course at 14968 Hwy. 3235 in Cut Off on Saturday, Jan. 9. Class will be from 8 a.m - 5 p.m. with a break for lunch. Cost is $125, includes student packet and State Police packet. Advance registration and pre-payment is required. Payments of cash / check only will be accepted at Eymard Guns through the morning of January 9. This course is a pre-requisite for those applying for a Concealed Handgun Permit from the State of Louisiana. For more information, please contact Hugh Eymard or Blair Cheramie at (985) 632-4000 or (985) 632-4002 or by email at eymardguns@viscom.net or blair@viscom.net. Special arrangements can be made for clubs or families wanting to take the class as a group or on a weekday. Participants will need to bring 50 rounds of ammunition, eye protection (sunglasses or eyeglasses are sufficient), and ear protection (muffs or plugs).
Mass to honor ministers Jan. 9, 10
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. On the weekend of January 9 and 10, Liturgical Ministers (Eucharistic Ministers, Commentators, Lectors, Environment Committee, Clergy, Bishops and Religious) will be hon-
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ored at each mass. 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 individuals from both the past and the present at the weekend masses in January.
Bass for the Cure slated for Jan. 9
Bass for the Cure, a custom car, truck and bike show and sound competition, will be held on Saturday, January 9 at the Lafourche Parish Tourist Center, 4484 Hwy. 1, Raceland, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Early registration is $25 for cars, trucks and sound competition. Bikes are $20. Registration increases by $5 on the day of the event. Checks and registration forms can be sent to Bass for the Cure, P.O. Box 72, Lockport, LA 70374. Proceeds to benefit the Autism Society.
Choose fitness plans that fit your needs and your wallet
BATON ROUGE — With the new year here, many consumers are thinking about joining gyms or investing in weight loss products. Before you sign the dotted line, Attorney General James D. “Buddy” Caldwell has a few tips to help you evaluate weight loss and fitness claims. To find a club that best fits your needs and wallet: Comparison shop and take a tour. Is the gym clean and well-staffed? Do the hours of operation fit your schedule? Does it have the features you’re looking for: free classes, an indoor pool, running track or basketball court? Can you pre-register for classes? Take advantage of free passes at s e v e r a l gyms to find the one that best suits you. Plan a visit at a time you would normally be using the gym. Is it too crowded? Is the equipment in working order? Ask about discounts through your employer or health insurance company. Consider a month-tomonth membership. If you’re looking to use a gym only a few months out of the year, you’ll be better off paying month-to-month rather than locking yourself into an annual contract. There’s no shortage of ads promising quick and easy weight loss without diet or exercise. Don’t trust those claims. Eating less and exercising more are still your best options for weight loss. Claims to watch out for include:
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Company to hold meeting on decade-old oil leak in Gulf MICHAEL KUNZELMAN Associated Press
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — The company responsible for a decade-old oil leak in the Gulf of Mexico will hold a public meeting next month to disclose details of its efforts to stop chronic slicks from forming off Louisiana’s coast. The Jan. 20 forum in Baton Rouge was a requirement of Taylor Energy Co.’s court settlement in September with environmental groups, which accused the company of withholding information about the leak and its efforts to end it. In 2004, waves whipped up by Hurricane Ivan triggered an underwater mudslide that toppled a Taylor Energy-owned platform and buried a cluster of its oil wells under mounds of sediment. Oil is still leaking at the site more than 11 years later, with slicks often stretching for miles. Federal regulators estimate the leak could last a century or more if left unchecked. An Associated Press investigation in April revealed evidence that the leak is worse than the company, or government, have publicly reported during their secretive response. Presented with AP’s findings, the Coast Guard provided a new leak estimate that is about 20 times greater than one touted by the company in a court filing earlier this year. Environmental groups led by the New York-based Waterkeeper Alliance sued Taylor Energy in 2012, accusing the company of withholding information from the public about the leak’s extent and potential impact on the Gulf’s ecosystem. In May, a federal magistrate rejected the company’s bid to preserve the confidentiality of numerous emails and reports about its work. But those documents haven’t been made public yet. The September settlement that resolved the Waterkeeper Alliance’s federal lawsuit called for the company to donate $300,000 to a Louisiana marine research consortium and pay an additional $100,000 to fund an environmental research project. Taylor Energy recently
posted an agenda for next month’s daylong meeting on Louisiana State University’s campus. On a website, the company also posted documents summarizing the presentations planned for the forum. Taylor Energy President William Pecue, the company’s sole remaining full-time employee, is scheduled to make most of the presentations at the meeting. A few experts and industry consultants hired by the company also are expected to present their findings. Marylee Orr, executive director of the Louisiana Environmental Action Network, said she hopes the meeting “will finally begin to bring transparency to an event that has been kept out of the public knowledge for more than a decade.” “It is important that regulators, the public and even those within the industry have a complete knowledge of the risks of offshore drilling in order to avoid similar problems in the future,” said Orr, whose group was a plaintiff in the Waterkeeper Alliance’s suit. Patrick Taylor, the company’s founder, died in 2004. Taylor Energy sold all its offshore leases and oil and gas interests in 2008. What’s left of the company only exists to continue working on the leak. The company deposited more than $666 million in a trust to pay for its leak response work. As of May 2014, nearly $433 million remained in the trust. Taylor Energy lobbied to recover at least a portion of the remaining money, but federal authorities rebuffed the company’s settlement overtures earlier this year and ordered it to perform more work at the site. Using satellite images and Coast Guard pollution reports, West Virginiabased watchdog group SkyTruth has estimated that between 300,000 and 1.4 million gallons of oil have spilled from the site since 2004. Information about the Jan. 20 forum: https://mc20response.com /
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BRIEF Next Louisiana first lady to champion music education
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Louisiana’s incoming first lady says she is hoping to be an advocate for arts education. Donna Edwards has told media outlets that while she is unsure if her advocacy will become a formal platform, she will stress the importance of teaching music and art in each school. Edwards and her husband, former State Representative John Bel Edwards, are currently preparing for their January move into the Governor’s mansion. John Bel Edwards will be inaugurated
Jan. 11. Donna Edwards spent years as an elementary school music teacher in Tangipahoa Parish. She took a sabbatical from the job last December. Edwards also says she plans to showcase the Governor’s mansion to the public as much as possible. ___
Audit: 2 OMV employees allegedly stole $200K over 3 years
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — A legislative audit finds two employees at the state’s Office of Motor Vehicles allegedly stole more than $200,000 over three years in customer payments before being arrested and fired. Heather Prather and Angelle Temple were both arrested earlier this year on counts of felony theft, injuring public records and malfeasance. While those criminal cases are still unresolved,
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the audit finds OMV officials have tired to place more controls on cash payments to the agency’s offices, blocking employees from pocketing cash. This is the second year in a row that the legislative auditor has reported OMV employees misusing funds. The auditor recommended that the OMV change its cash handling procedures and increase oversight of its employees. ___
Group seeks arguments over use of oil spill funds for hotel
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — An environmental group has asked a judge to hear oral arguments in its lawsuit challenging Alabama’s plans to use oil spill settlement funds to build a 350room beach hotel and conference center. The Gulf Restoration Network filed the request earlier this month in federal court. The group asked for expedited arguments, citing Alabama’s continued work on the project. The Louisiana-based group argues a hotel development isn’t a proper use of funds meant to restore the coast after the largest oil spill in United States history. The state contends that the hotel and conference center, designed to handle gatherings of up to 1,500 people, will help bring people to the coast. Alabama Conservation Commissioner Gunter Guy, a defendant in the case, opposed the request for oral arguments. ___
which led him to kill his partner and toddler son in 2011. The Seattle Times reports that 43-year-old Dr. Louis Chen is accused of fatally stabbing 29-yearold Eric Cooper and 2year-old Cooper Chen, whose bodies were found inside the couple’s Seattle apartment. Chen’s defense team had previously indicated it would pursue an insanity or diminished capacity defense. But a motion filed in October suggests Chen had a buildup of dextromethorphan, a cough suppressant found in many over-the-counter cold medicines, in his system. The motion argues that the drug metabolized slowly in Chen, who is Taiwanese, due to his genetic makeup. Chen goes to trial in April.
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Kiplinger ranks Louisiana Tech among nation’s best college values
RUSTON, La. – Kiplinger, the nation’s most recognized publisher of business forecasts and personal finance advice, has ranked Louisiana Tech University No. 1 in the state and No.
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66 in the nation for instate students at public institutions, in its recently released Best College Values 2016 report. Based on quality and affordability, Kiplinger’s Best College Value analyzed over 1,200 colleges and universities across the country to determine the top 300 best values. Specifically, they looked at factors such as competitiveness, graduation rates, academic support, cost of financial aid and student indebtedness. The quality measures account for 55 percent of total points with cost measures accounting for 45 percent. Louisiana Tech also ranked No. 1 in Louisiana among public universities for out-of-state students and No. 80 nationally. Louisiana State University was the only other public institution to make the Best College Value list, ranking No. 70 for in-state students and No. 83 for out-of-state students. A total of four Louisiana institutions made the overall list of the best 300 public and private institutions including Tulane University (162), Louisiana Tech (249), Louisiana State (257) and Centenary College (274). ___
Man accused of killing his partner and son may blame cough syrup
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NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The mystery of the strange lights shining from inside a room of a dark and abandoned hospital building has been solved. Director of Information at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center Leslie Capo told local news outlets that university police investigated the sighting Tuesday at Charity Hospital. They determined that the lights came from wooden boards wrapped in lights. Police say it appears someone broke into the building. They say the items left inside the room will be removed. Social media lit up this week after images of the lights surfaced. People who spotted the lights from the neighboring Tulane Medical Center posted photos of the sighting. Some thought the lights had come from a Christmas tree. The hospital has been abandoned since Hurricane Katrina.
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Mobile Home For Rent: 2 br, partially furn., private yard, ready soon. Call 985632-2158 or 985-5336212. _________________ (2) Houses For Rent: (1) 3 br, 2 ba, no smoking, no pets, w/appl., in Galliano, $1100/mth, $500/dep; (1) 1 br, 1 ba, no smoking, no pets, Larose area. $600/mth, $400/dep. Call 985-632-4723. _________________ Room For Rent: $350/mth, $200/dep. No couples, no pets, no bills. Cut Off area. FMI call 850-7238231. _________________ 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. _________________ House For Rent: 3 br, 2 ba, located at the beginning of Golden Meadow, clean, very nice, renovated, no pets, no smoking, big yard. $1000/mth, $1000/dep. Call 985637-7763. _________________ House For Rent: 3 br, 1 ba, Golden Meadow. No pets. $700/mth, $700/dep. Call 677-2008 or 6771206. _________________ 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. _________________ House or Apt. For Rent: 1 & 2 br, starting at $400/mth. plus utilities, Central Lafourche area. FMI call 537-9259. _________________
MERCHANDISE
Power Wheelchair For Sale, needs battery. Almost brand new, hardly used. Asking $2000, originally pd. $6400. Call 985-632-6619. _________________ Brother PE 770 Embroidery Machine For Sale: like brand new, only used 6 mths., includes 2 different size hoops, box of bobbins & operation manual, great machine. Pd. $800, asking $500. FMI call 985-855-7485. _________________
Outboard 2006 Motor For Sale: Yamaha 115, needs new full injectors, & maybe new fuel pump. $5000 OBO. Call 985-258-5695. _________________ 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. _________________
HELP WANTED
Southern Guard Service, Inc. is now accepting applications for Security Guard positions. Apply at 109 W. 12th St., Larose. Call 985-6934316. _________________ 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. _________________ 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. _________________ Coastal Janitorial Services Now Hiring Positions. 5 days a week. Call 632-5791. _________________
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 _________________ 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. _________________
SERVICES
Concrete Work Forming, pouring & finishing – houses, buildings, driveways, patios, walkways, etc. Call Glenn Hughes, Jr at 985-209-5552. _________________ 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. _________________ 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. _________________ Earl’s Yard & Pressure Washing Service., Earl P. Duet, owner. Call 985-6917570. _________________ Doug’s Pressure Washing & Painting Insured Commercial & Residential. Douglas A Plaisance, Owner / Operator. 985-637-8633 _________________ 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, 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 _________________ We install culverts & catch basins, free estimates. Call Mark Barker at 985-2584641. _________________ Credit Repair! 45 days to a better credit r e p a i r . ydefelice.crn@gmail.c om. Collectionscharge offs, Late Pays-medical bills, Child Support-tax liens, Judgmentsbankruptcies, etc. Gone forever. Call Yvonne DeFelice at 985-856-1655. _________________
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OBITUARIES
LOUIS GUIDRY Louis “T-Louie” Guidry, 90, a native and resident of Cut Off, was born Dec. 27, 1925 and departed this life on his 90th birthday, Dec. 27, 2015. Mr. Guidry was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing. His greatest love was that his extensive family. Visitation was held on Wednesday, Dec. 30, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Cut Off, from 10:00 a.m. till funeral time. Funeral mass began at 12 noon with burial in the church cemetery. Mr. Louis is survived by his wife of 71 years, Gladys Adams Guidry: his four sons, Norris and wife Mary, Norman and wife Susan, Wilbert and wife Gail, and Michael and wife Kim, 17 grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren with one on the way, 4 great-great grandchildren and sisters, Mrs. Adolphine Guidry St. Pierre. Mr. Guidry was preceded in death by his parents Joliesant and Emilie Danos Guidry, three brothers Adolph Guidry, Emile Guidry, and Joseph “T-Joe” Solomon, and granddaughter Erin Ann Guidry. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off entrusted with arrangements. ______________________________
RALEIGH LABICHE Raleigh “Nonk Red” Labiche, 80, a native of Cut Off and resident of Golden Meadow passed away December 27, 2015. Visitation was held at Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in Cut Off on Tuesday, Dec. 29, from 5 till 9 and at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church on Wednesday, Dec. 30, from 9:30 till service time. Funeral mass began at 12 noon with burial in the church cemetery. Mr. Raleigh is survived by his nephews and nieces. Mr. Labiche was preceded in death by his parents, Leon and Mary Jane Robinson Labiche; brother. Edward Labiche; and sisters, Shirley, Onita, Eula Mae, Thelma, Mary, and Betty. He was volunteer firefighter and enjoyed serving his community. He was a good man that never met a stranger and enjoyed riding around in his golf cart. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off entrusted with arrangements. ______________________________
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But he remains popular among Democrats and foresees a role campaigning for his party’s nominee in the general election. The president is packing his final year with foreign travel and has about a half-dozen trips abroad planned, including a likely visit to Cuba. The White House’s legislative agenda is slim and centers mostly on areas where he already has overlapping priorities with Republicans, including final passage of the Trans-Pacific Partnership trade pact and criminal justice reform. But he’s also eyeing provocative executive actions, including an expansion of background checks for gun purchases and the closure of the Guantanamo Bay detention center. “We recognize there’s limited time left,” said Jennifer Psaki, Obama’s communications director. At times, Obama’s second term has appeared to play out in reverse. He struggled to capitalize on his decisive re-election victory in 2012, stumbling through a two-year stretch that exposed the limits of his power and made him a political liability for his party. Then in an unexpected twist, his party’s devastating defeats in the 2014 midterm election spurred one of the most productive years of his presidency, positioning Obama to be a valuable political ally for Democratic presidential front-runner Hillary Clinton. “Barack Obama will loom over the election,” said Dan Pfeiffer, a longtime Obama adviser who left the White House earlier this year. Advisers say the Supreme Court’s ruling in May, which upheld the subsidies at the heart of Obama’s health care law, came as a particular relief to the president. The decision ensures the law survives his presidency, even as Republican candidates campaign on pledges to repeal it. Obama sees the Iran nuclear accord, Pacific Rim trade pact and sweeping climate change agreement finalized in Paris earlier this month as examples of how America should wield its power on the world stage. The agreements have driven the debate in the presidential campaign for long stretches— a point of pride for a White House eager to show that the president remains the country’s most relevant politician even as he eyes the exits. Yet Obama hasn’t been able to escape the Middle East. No matter how many times he tries to pivot to Asia or rebrand U.S. foreign policy as more about diplomacy than military might, the volatile region continues to be the dominant force in the way his foreign policy is viewed. Nearly every candidate running for president — including Clinton, his former secretary of state — is calling for more aggressive action to fight the Islamic State group. Obama has inched the
military deeper into the conflict, including backtracking on his refusal to put U.S. troops on the ground in Syria, but has largely stuck with his initial strategy of combating the extremist group from the air. The terror attacks in Paris and California, however, have taken a worrying but distant fight against the Islamic State militants and made it top-of-mind for many Americans. White House advisers say Obama is well aware that he misjudged the public’s level of anxiety about terrorism and must scramble to counter what he sees as overheated rhetoric from Republican presidential candidates that filled the void he created by his tepid initial response. Aides say outlining an alternative to Republicans on foreign policy and other matters will be a central part of his final State of the Union address to Congress on Jan. 12. The address was purposely scheduled earlier than usual to give the president space to make his case before primary voting begins. As he closed out 2015, Obama promised he wouldn’t fade into the background in his final year in office. But he’s also realistic about the limited legislative opportunities for a Democratic president and Republican-led Congress in a presidential election year. His relatively modest congressional agenda includes final passage of the TPP trade pact, criminal justice reforms, dealing with Puerto Rico’s debt crisis and funding programs to address the spike in opioid use. At least some Republicans say they’re willing to work with the president in his final year. “I think if you look at what we’ve been able to work with him on this year, it’s a good, telling piece of the kinds of things we can do next year,” said Sen. Cory Gardner, R-Colo. “We worked very well on education reform, the highway bill, on human trafficking legislation — so there were some significant bipartisan accomplishments that we have been able to achieve this year.” Of course, Obama’s legacy will be determined far more by the outcome of the presidential campaign than his 2016 legislative agenda. Since many of his most prominent moves have been the result of executive actions, a Republican president could largely wipe them away, while a Democrat is more likely to keep them in place and perhaps even expand on them. White House aides say the president is eager to campaign for the party’s nominee, as well as Democrats in other races. He chafed at being kept on the sidelines in the 2014 midterms, and advisers used Democrats’ sweeping losses in that campaign as an I-told-youso moment for party officials. This time, Obama isn’t waiting for an invitation from the Democratic nominee to make his campaign plans. “I will have a Democratic
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successor, and I will campaign very hard to make that happen,” he said. ___ Associated Press writers Alan Fram and Deb Riechmann contributed to this report. Follow Julie Pace at http://twitter.com/jpaceDC
Santiny
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partment, G.I. Emergency Services, G.I. Jaycees, Grand Isle Parks and Recreations Committee, and the Our Lady of the Isle Pastoral Council. During the past 27-½ years as council member I have been part of a team of officials that have made great accomplishments in providing Grand Isle with hurricane and erosion protection projects. We were successful in acquiring millions of dollars to improve the island’s infrastructure; such as the waterline from Jefferson Parish, the Multiplex Center/Health Facility, a new school gym, new library, new Caminada Pass bridge, new fishing piers, new maintenance storage facility, ten new drainage pumps stations, resurfacing of all the town streets, acquiring the land for the baseball field at the Community Center, new parks and a walking track. Not to mention the thousands of dollars acquired through grants for the purchase of new equipment and repairs to facilities, a total of over $100 million at no cost to the town. Although the town has acquired much, there is still much work to be done. Hurricane protection and erosion control is a neverending battle, which will continue to be fought every day with the help of state, parish, and federal officials. Efforts are being made to acquire funding for a new town hall and converting the current town hall into a historical site. Also the old school gym is being converted into an open-air recreation facility. A DEQ grant will fund a new park on Medical Avenue, and more efforts must be made to work more diligently with the Police Department to fight crime and keep drugs out of our community. The town is moving forward so let’s keep progress on the move and re-elect me as Council Member of Seat A. Your vote and support will be greatly appreciated.
Troopers
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- Garrett LeBoeuf of Bourg, LA. LeBoeuf worked as a paramedic supervisor for Acadian Ambulance for 13 years prior to joining LSP. LeBoeuf received the academic award for highest overall GPA during the academy.
- Justin Leonard of Gray, LA. Leonard worked for the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Department for 6 years prior to joining LSP. Leonard was awarded the Doug Millet Award as the Top Overall Cadet. - Blake Poincon of Thibodaux, LA. Poincon earned a Bachelor’s Degree from Nicholls State University and worked in private industry prior to the academy. Poincon is the grandson of Ret. Troop C Sgt. Ernie Larose.
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filed federal paperwork indicating plans to run. Several other high-profile Republicans in Louisiana are eyeing the race, including well-known Treasurer John Kennedy and Public Service Commissioner Scott Angelle, who ran third in the governor’s race this year. Still others on the GOP side have suggested they’re considering getting into the competition: former U.S. Rep. Anh “Joseph” Cao, state Rep. Paul Hollis, Public Service Commissioner Eric Skrmetta, and outgoing Jefferson Parish President John Young. And those are just the Republicans. Democratic candidates have been a bit slower to emerge for the race. New Orleans Mayor Mitch Landrieu has said he won’t run for the Senate seat, but Public Service Commissioner Foster Campbell is considering a campaign. Also talked about as potential Democratic contenders are state Sen. Gary Smith and Caroline Fayard, a lawyer who ran unsuccessfully for lieutenant governor in 2010. State Sen. Eric LaFleur said he’s meeting with consultants in early January to weigh a possible run. That’s still not all for the maybe-candidate list. Troy Hebert, a former state senator with no party affiliation who has worked
Sunday, January 3, 2016 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE
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as Alcohol and Tobacco Control commissioner for termlimited Gov. Bobby Jindal, is also mentioned as interested in the Senate race. Imagine trying to fit all those candidates on a debate stage. Certainly, some politicians just like to have their names in the mix and won’t actually run for the job. But even if less than half of those on the list jump into the race, that could make for a ferocious, high-dollar competition. For voters weary of wall-to-wall political commercials, attack ads and mailboxes filled with campaign pitches, brace yourself. The final months of 2016 appear likely to be a repeat of this past fall and the fall before that with candidates and outside political groups poised to spend millions ahead of the November election. Meanwhile, with Boustany and Fleming seeking to move to Congress’ upper chamber, they’ll create new vacancies for the 3rd and 4th Congressional District
seats they currently occupy. Already names are surfacing for those races. Angelle is weighing whether to skip the Senate race and seek Boustany’s U.S. House seat instead, which political prognosticators suggest would be an easier competition for him to win. Republican state Rep. Stuart Bishop of Lafayette is considering the 3rd District race, as is state Rep. Brett Geymann, a Republican from the Lake Charles area who is term-limited and leaves office in January. For the 4th District, GOP state Rep. Mike Johnson of Bossier City is expected to enter the race. Other names have turned up as well. Expect the announcements of candidacies for the U.S. Senate and U.S. House races to start rolling in shortly after the new year begins, just as Edwards is starting to settle into the governor’s mansion.
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pills?” “Yes, they help me sleep at night.” “Mrs. Smith, I assure you there is absolutely nothing in these that could possibly help you sleep!” She reached out and patted the young doctor’s knee. “Yes, dear, I know that. But every morning, I grind one up and mix it in the glass of orange juice that my 16-year old granddaughter drinks, and believe me, it helps me sleep at night!”
The doctor, who had been seeing an 80-year-old woman for most of her life, finally retired. At her next checkup, the new doctor told her to bring a list of all the medicines that had been prescribed for her. As the young doctor was looking through these, his eyes grew wide as he realized she has a prescription for birth control pills. “Mrs. Smith, do you realize these are birth control
ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, practicality is a big part of your personality, but sometimes thinking through the reasons to do something over and over can be tedious. Let loose a little bit this week. TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, expect to feel pulled in two directions this week. It’s a pivotal time at work, but in the same measure, you have much going on at home. Think things over carefully. GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 You may find your energy levels unusually low this week, and your productivity may suffer as a result. Maybe someone else can energize you a bit and lend a helping hand. CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, you will get to your destination soon enough, but the trip may be a bit of a headache. Patience is essential this week; otherwise, you may give up prematurely. LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Misinformation is spreading, so research everything to make informed decisions this week, Leo. It may help you avoid an expensive mistake down the line.
VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, you may have a wonderful time with family or friends this week, even if you are crunched for time. Savor the small moments as they come your way. LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 This is a good week to catch up on paperwork, filing or tedious tasks you have let fall by the wayside. Make use of the slow week to recharge. SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, you will be missed as much as you miss another person this week. Wait out this separation a little while longer, keeping in mind that your reunion is on its way. SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Do whatever you need to do to rejuvenate your spirit, Sagittarius. Spend some more time with friends and avoid prolonged solo activities. Soon your motivation will return. CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, this may turn out to be a strange week, as you can’t seem to fully focus on anything. You may get frustrated at your inability to concentrate, but that focus will return soon.
EDITOR’S NOTE: Melinda Deslatte covers Louisiana politics for The Associated Press. Follow her at http://twitter.com/melindadeslatte
AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, if you become too wrapped up in business or personal obligations, take a step back and reevaluate your priorities. Some things need to be rearranged. PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, you are on a quest this week to find the perfect gift for a friend. This person will appreciate your efforts, and your bond will only grow stronger.
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Sunday, January 3, 2016 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE
What a Life!
By: Rev. Wilmer L. Todd A New Year gives us an opportunity to begin new spiritual growth
We are beginning a new year. With every new year we have a chance to look at ourselves and see where we want to go and who we want to become. I want to pass on some advice of authors, poets and spiritual writers that might be helpful in your spiritual life. Peggy Toney Horton tells us, “As the old year retires and a new one is born, we commit into the hands of our Creator the happenings of the past year and ask for direction and guidance in the new one. May he grant us his grace, his tranquility and his wisdom!” Good advice. Jonathan Edwards spells out a New Year’s Resolution quite simply, “Resolution One: I will live for God. Resolution Two: If no one else does, I still will.” Basically, this is the first Commandment of the 10 – to put God first. Anyone or anything we put before God becomes our idol. God must be first. Goran Persson reminds us of the second part of our loving: “Let our New Year’s resolution be this: we will be there for one another as fellow members of humanity, in the finest sense of the word.” We need each other. What we do for the least of brothers and sisters, we do to Jesus. We all want to be happy. No one else can make us happy. Happiness comes from within a person not for outside. Others can share our happiness but we are responsible for our own happiness. Helen Keller reminds us, “Your success and happiness lie in you. Resolve to keep happy, and your joy and you will form an invincible host against difficulties.” To become fully alive in the Lord, we must learn to act instead of reacting. Tucker Carlson put it well when he says, “I have no way of knowing how people really feel, but the vast majority of those I meet couldn’t be nicer. Every once in a while someone barks at me. My New Year’s resolution is not to bark back.” Try it! Our resolutions can be very profound but very simple. Cyril Cusack states his task for the year: “If you asked me for my New Year Resolution, it would be to find out who I am.” Most of the time we define ourselves by our roles in life – I am a mother, father, student, or by something we do – work in the oil fields, a secretary, etc. That is not who we are. We have to spend time reflecting on our lives and the qualities and charac-
teristics that define our personalities. Neil Gaiman reminds us that we learn by mistakes: “I hope that in this year to come, you make mistakes. Because if you are making mistakes, then you are making new things, trying new things, learning, living, pushing yourself, changing yourself, changing your world. You’re doing things you’ve never done before, and more importantly, you’re doing something.” We all need purpose and direction in our lives. Melody Beattie tells us, “Make New Year’s goals. Dig within, and discover what you would like to have happen in your life this year. This helps you do
your part. It is an affirmation that you’re interested in fully living life in the year to come. “Goals give us direction. They put a powerful force into play on a universal, conscious, and subconscious level. Goals give our life direction. What would you like to have happen in your life this year? What would you like to do, to accomplish? What particular areas of growth would you like to have happen to you? What blocks, or character defects, would you like to have removed?” Brad Paisley reminds us, “Tomorrow, is the first blank page of a 365-page book. Write a good one.” Happy New Year!
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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. Kevin Bruce - 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
CATHOLIC
Our Lady of Prompt Succor 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.
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.
Crosspoint Church
16640 West Main St., Cut Off (Near South Lafourche Bridge)
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 Welch
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
Victory Life 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
Golden Meadow • Cut Off • Larose • Mathews Member FDIC • All Full Service Bank • Equal Housing Lender
Crosby Boat Co., Inc. Keep Your Soul In Tow - Go To Church!
632-7575
1200 Crescent Avenue - Lockport
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
St. Hilary of Poitiers
First Baptist Church
Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 10:45 a.m. Wednesday Evening Worship 6:30 p.m. Pastor Kevin Celestin
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
Golden Meadow United Methodist Church
333Twin Oaks Dr. - Raceland
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
5545 Hwy. 1 - Lockport
13581 East Main - Larose
St. Anthony Church
New Mt. Zion Baptist Church
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
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.
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Sacred Heart Catholic Church First Baptist Church of Grand Isle 15300 West Main - Cut Off
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)
Animals can’t speak for themselves. It’s our duty to be their voice, especially when they are victims of abuse. REPORT IT! Don’t hesitate to voice your concern to the proper authorities when you suspect or see abuse of any kind. Contact the sheriff’s nonemergency number at 798-2255 to ask someone to check out suspected abuse or neglect. Remember … animals depend on us for their safety, comfort and care. Don’t be afraid to speak out!
At a recent gathering of the Golden Meadow Lions Club, Louise Adams, representing Golden Meadow Volunteers for Family and Community, presented to Chris Carlone, Executive Director of LA Lions Eye Foundation, used eyeglasses collected by her group. Almost 1000 eyeglasses were collected through the efforts of Lions Club and VFC - a great contribution for a worthy cause!
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GRAND ISLE SHIPYARD OILFIELD CONTRACTORS
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!
B & J Martin, Inc. Utility Boats Martin Quarters (985) 632-2727
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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985.693.0123
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Windshield Chips Repaired • Commercial • Marine • Residential
Hwy. 308 • E. 73rd St. Galliano • 632-6571
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