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Sunday, April 5, 2015

State police security team travel expenses rise under Jindal

Counterfeiter out on bond arrested again with fake bills

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Lafourche Parish Drug Task Force agents recovered over $25,000 in counterfeit bills from a Cut Off residence Tuesday, arresting three people believed to be involved. Investigators say Terry Guidry, 46, of Galliano, who was out on bond from a previous counterfeit arrest, faces new charges following the investigation. Two other people, Adam Theriot III, 31, of Larose and Chrisy Rousse, 37, of Cut Off, were also arrested in connection to the case following a traffic stop on Tuesday. Terry Guidry was arrested on April 2 last year when he was found with cocaine and more than $3,300 in counterfeit bills, as well as printing materials for counterfeit bills and another $66,395 in fake bills in which the printing process had not yet been completed. Guidry spent nearly a year in jail before bonding out on March 4 of this year. This past week, the Lafourche Parish Drug Task Force began investigating Guidry after they learned through investigation that he was again printing counterfeit bills.

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Expenses for the governor’s state police security detail have increased during Gov. Bobby Jindal’s tenure as he travels across the country raising his profile for a possible presidential campaign. Col. Mike Edmonson, head of the Louisiana State Police, told lawmakers Tuesday during a budget hearing that his agency spent $2.2 million on travel expenses related to Jindal’s protective detail this fiscal year. The spending has grown from $1.6 million when Jindal first took office in 2008, and it’s up from state police travel costs for Jindal’s two most recent predecessors, Edmonson told the House Appropriations Committee. See Security Page 5-A

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MONDAY, APRIL 6

TOWN GOLDEN MEADOW 7:00 p.m. - Town Hall LAF. SCHOOL BOARD Advisory Committee 6:00 p.m. 805 E. 7th St. - Thibodaux

LAF. PORT COMMISSION Committee Meeting 6:00 p.m. - Galliano Office TUESDAY, APRIL 7

LADY OF THE SEA Board of Commissioners 12:00 noon The Learning Center

WEDNESDAY, APR. 8 LAFOURCHE PARISH SCHOOL BOARD Regular Board Meeting 7:00 p.m. 805 E. 7th St. - Thibodaux

LAF. PORT COMMISSION Board Meeting 10:30 a.m. - Galliano Office AMERICAN LEGION #315 7:00 p.m. - Galliano

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Calendar of Events.........2-A

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Engagement..................3-A Horoscopes...................7-A Lottery.............................2-A Memorials.......................7-A

News In Brief..................3-A

Obituaries.......................7-A

Surfin’ the Net.................8-A

Worship Directory...........4-A

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Children attending the Lockport Bayouside Park’s Easter egg hunt last Sunday had to practice selfcontrol not to burst through the barricade to get to the eggs. Different age groups went hunting at different times so as not to cause a stampede. Easter egg hunts are being held at various places of worship this weekend. Check local bulletins for times.

Louisiana shrimpers: Time to enforce federal sea turtle laws CAIN BURDEAU Associated Press

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A key industry panel wants Louisiana lawmakers to repeal a 1987 law that prohibits state fisheries agents from enforcing federal rules designed to protect sea turtles by outfitting shrimpers’ nets with special escape hatches for threatened and endangered turtles. On Wednesday, the Louisiana Shrimp Task Force voted 7-0 in favor of repealing the state law. The task force now wants the Louisiana Legislature to repeal the ban on state enforcement of the federal laws. Louisiana’s shrimp industry has long been criticized by environmental groups for refusing to enforce the federal rules requiring the use of turtle excluder devices, also known by their acronym

TEDs. But the federal rules have long been challenged by shrimpers who say they are costly and unnecessary. Mark Abraham, the task force’s chairman, said the panel has lined up support from state lawmakers willing to sponsor a bill repealing the enforcement ban in the upcoming legislative session. He said repealing the 1987 law will prove the Louisiana shrimp industry is interested in protecting threatened and endangered sea turtles. “It will send a message to the rest of the country that we are serious about sustainability,” Abraham said. The devices allow turtles caught in shrimp nets to swim out. See Sea Turtles Page 5-A

Sapia announces intentions to run for parish council, District 7 It is with great honor that I, Ron Sapia, am announcing my candidacy for Lafourche Parish Councilmember representing District 7, which is being vacated by retiring Councilmember L. Phillip Gouaux, II. I have no party affiliation; I am from Mathews but now live in the town of Ron Sapia Lockport. I have the education, experience and qualifications, and vision that is required of any parish

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Crowned Mr. and Miss Leeville Heritage Festival 2015 were Hayes and Madelyn Melancon. The siblings are descendents of the Melancon and Griffin families who were originally from Leeville. The Festival, held last weekend and now in its second year, was generated to bring attention and focus to the history and future of the resilient small town of Leeville.

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Sunday, April 5, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

Calendar of Events News to Use!

Egg hunt planned for Easter in Valentine

Israelite Baptist Church in Valentine will be having their annual Easter egg hunt on Sunday, April 5 at 9 a.m., after the morning church services. Chairperson is Ms. Beverly Marts. The community is invited to attend.

Hurricanes to register swimmers April 6-8

The Cut Off Youth Center Hurricanes swim team will be registering for this year’s team from 4:30 – 6 p.m. on Monday April 6, Tuesday April 7, and Wednesday April 8 at the pool. The COYC will have all the information and supplies required at registration.

Benefit dinner set for Mon. in Lockport

Lockport American Legion Auxiliary Unit 83 will host a homemade spaghetti and meat sauce dinner complete with vegetable, bread, and desert on Monday April 6, at the Legion

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Crawfish boil benefit planned for April 10

South Lafourche High School will hold a crawfish boil on Friday, April 10. Cost will be $15 per plate, which includes 3 lbs. of crawfish, potato, and sauce. Pick up will be on the south side bus ramp from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Tickets can be purchased in the front office of school from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Delivery forms can be faxed to Rebecca Pitre at 632-6723 or emailed to slhstarpons@outlook.com. All efforts will be made to deliver at the requested time; however, we cannot guarantee time of delivery. The deadline for delivery orders is Monday, April 6.

LRD 3 regular meeting set for April 7

The next regular meeting of the Board of Commissioner of Laf. Recreation District #3 will be held at the Greater Lafourche Port Commission Building in Galliano on Tuesday, April 7 at 7 p.m. Public is invited.

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Parent ed. courses to begin Wed.,

The Bayou Council Behavioral Health Services, Inc. announces their Parent Education Presentations at the following locations: - Wednesdays, 10 a.m. till 12 noon at the Terrebonne Parish DA’s Office, 118 Armour Drive, Houma on April 8, April 15, April 22, April 29, and May 6. - Thursdays, 10 a.m. till 12 noon at the Bayou Council Office, 504 St. Louis St., Thibodaux on April 9, April 16, April 23, April 30, and May 7. Admission is free and presentations are open to the public. No children allowed. Contact the Bayou Council at 985-446-0643 for more information.

Clergy invited to fellowship breakfast

The Hope Center and Bro. Morris Hunter invite all pastors and ministers to their monthly fellowship breakfast. A full breakfast will be served on April 9 at 8:00 a.m. They invite you to join many other pastors from the area for a blessed time of fellowship. The Center is located at 18100 East Main St., Galliano (former State Bank building). Please RSVP to 325HOPE if you would like to attend.

Animal blessing slated for April 11

The United Methodist Church will host a “Blessing of the Animals” on Saturday, April 11, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The blessing will take place at the church grounds, located at 201 Central Lafourche Drive in Mathews. The Rev. Monica Monk will conduct the blessing at approximately noon. This event is open to anyone whether you bring a pet or not. Any pet such as dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, fish, etc. are welcome. When people are not able to bring their pet, they may wish to bring a photo of their pet.

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All animals must be on a leash or in a secure container for safety reasons. All visitors will receive a gift bag with animal treats, etc. Food (hot dogs, chips, etc.) and bottled water will be provided for the people. In conjunction with the blessing of the animals, the Lafourche Parish Animal Shelter will have a “pet adoption” event. Other local organizations or groups are welcome to set up a booth or table. For more information call 985-637-2317.

Cruise raffle to benefit Relay for Life

The Lady of the Sea Relay for Life team is selling raffles to benefit the American Cancer Society. One lucky winner will win a $1000 gift voucher towards a Carnival Cruise of choice. The second winner will win a complete camping set and the third place winner will receive $100. All winners will be pulled at the Relay for Life event on April 11 at the Larose Civic Center. Raffle tickets are $5 each or five for $20. For more information, call Star at 985-632-8275, ext. 275.

Adore Worship event slated for April 12

“Adore” in Bayou Lafourche will be held on Sunday, April 12 at 6:30 p.m. with speaker Fr. Mitch Semar at the Recreation Center at St. Joseph Catholic Church. The Adore Worship Experience includes teaching, praise and worship music and prayer before the Blessed Sacrament. It is free and open to the public. Join Fr. Joseph Tregre and members of “More Than Sunday” at the 5 p.m. mass also on Sunday, April 12 at the St. Joseph Catholic Church. Sponsored y Fraternus and Fidelis of South Lafourche.

Scholarships due April 15 for BIG

Bayou Industrial Group (BIG) is now accepting for its 2015 scholarship program through Wednesday, April 15. Scholarship information and the application are available online at www.BayouIndustrialGroup.com. Graduating seniors from Terrebonne, Lafourche, St. Mary and Assumption Parish high schools are invited to apply for BIG scholarships to Nicholls State University, Fletcher Technical-Community College, and South Central Louisiana Technical College for the 2015 Fall semester. Last year, the organizations awarded $8,500 in scholarships to local students. Email Info@Bayou IndustrialGroup with any questions.

Poker run slated for April 18

A poker run will be held April 18 to benefit Jason Esponge, a local man who was diagnosed with Stage 4 Lymphoma. The event will begin with registration at 8 a.m. at Jackson’s Bar in Golden Meadow and continue to Da Bar, Blue Moon, Gators, Royal Daiquiri, TKs and end at Jackson’s Place. Cost is $15 per bike / vehicle and $10 for passengers. Free meals will be provided to the riders. Outside meals are $7 per plate. Music will be provided as well as a 50/50 raffle and a live auction. Prize winnings include $200 for the high hand and $100 for the low hand. Monetary donations are also accepted to help pay for medical Jason’s costs.

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Bicyclist struck in hit-run crash in Terrebonne Parish dies

HOUMA, La. (AP) — State police say a bicyclist struck in a hit and run crash in Terrebonne Parish has died. Trooper Evan Harrell says officials are still search for the driver of the hit and run vehicle. Harrell says 20-yearold Jonathan Young, of Houma, was riding his bike eastbound on Louisiana Highway 3087 Tuesday afternoon when he crossing both westbound lanes to make a left turn and was hit by a 2001 Ford truck. Harrell says witnessed reported that the driver got out of his vehicle, removed the bike from under the truck and then left the scene. Harrell says Young died early Wednesday morning at a New Orleans hospital. He says troopers have located the truck, but the driver is still wanted. ___

Roy and Carolyn Dubois

Roy and Carolyn DuBois celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on January 30th at the VFW home in Larose. The couple celebrated with their children Toby, Troy, Sondra, and Rhonda, daughter-in-law Julie, sonsin-law Reggie and Craig, grandchildren Kody, Scarlett, Travis, Colby, Cieralyn and Ava, along with 92-year old mother Clemence Hebert and family and friends.

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Mr. and Mrs. Cheramie and Mr. and Mrs. Johns are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Candice Delatte to Mark Tastet, son of Mrs. Tastet and Mr. Adams. The wedding will be held on April 18th.

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Jindal moving staff to Iowa for likely White House campaign

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal is sending political staff to Iowa for a possible 2016 presidential campaign. Two of Jindal’s top aides, deputy chief of staff Taylor Teepell and legislative affairs director Matt Parker, have resigned from the governor’s office and are moving to the key presidential campaign state. There, they’ll work for Jindal’s new political organization called the America Future Project, which was created last month. The Republican governor’s office announced the

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resignations Tuesday. Jindal’s chief political adviser Timmy Teepell explained where the two men — his brother and brother-in-law — were going next. Though his poll numbers lag well behind other expected GOP contenders, Jindal appears likely to run for president. An announcement isn’t expected until after the state legislative session ends in midJune. ___

Sharper back in Louisiana for hearings in sex assault cases

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Former New Orleans Saints safety Darren Sharper is back in Louisiana to enter pleas next week in state and federal sex assault cases. According to online jail records, Sharper was moved to the St. Tammany Parish jail Wednesday. The 39-year-old Sharper is due Monday in New Orleans’ federal court, where he’s charged with giving drugs to women with the intention of raping them. He’s scheduled to appear Tuesday in Orleans Parish Criminal District Court, where he’s charged with three counts of aggravated rape. Sharper has pleaded guilty to charges in Las Vegas and Arizona, and nocontest in Los Angeles. The pleas are part of a fourstate deal prosecutors say will put him in prison for about nine years. Sharper had a 14-year NFL career that included a Super Bowl victory with the Saints. ___

Sunday, April 5, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

olations on March 30. While on patrol, the agent spotted a vessel and its crew harvesting oysters in an unapproved area on Bayou Faleau. The agent also observed the crew harvesting on a private lease without permission from the owner. Agents made contact with the occupants and cited John P. Bruce, 50, Jace P. Griffin, 28, and Jarrod P. Bruce, 29, all from Galliano, for harvesting oysters from an unapproved polluted area, and unlawfully taking oysters off a private lease without written permission. The agent seized the dredges and returned 10 sacks of oysters to the

water. He also seized the vessel on a department seizure order. Taking oysters from an unapproved polluted area and without permission from the owner each brings a $900 to $950 fine and up to 120 days in jail. The men could also have their oyster harvester licenses revoked by the department for up to one year. The violators could also be sentenced to perform 40 hours of community service and only be allowed to harvest oysters from a vessel with a vessel monitoring device for up to one year. The agent participating in the case was Sgt. Bryan Marie.

Three Galliano men cited for oyster violations

A Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) Enforcement Division agent cited three subjects in Lafourche Parish for alleged oyster vi-

2015 South Lafourche FFA Queen and Court South Lafourche High School would like to thank all the companies and individuals for their tremendous support of the 2015 South Lafourche FFA Queen’s contest. Your generous donations are used in the following manner: The following is a list of the major expenditures from the FFA Queen’s contest donations each year:

South Lafourche High School 2015 FFA Queen

1. Scholarships to students in FFA who plan to attend college and major in some field of agriscience or agribusiness. 2. Delegates to the National FFA Convention in Kansas City. 3. Delegates to the State FFA Convention in Baton Rouge. 4. Officers to the FFA Leadership Camp in Bunkie, LA. 5. Expenses for the Annual FFA Parent-Member Banquet. 6. FFA Sweetheart Court Trip with FFA Officers at the end of the school year. 7. Judging Team competition expenses, meals, and travel: a. Nicholls Invitational Contest, Thibodaux, b. Area IV Judging Contest, Baton Rouge, c. District, area and state speaking contest d. State Judging Contest, LSU, Baton Rouge, e. State Land Judging Contest, f. National Land Judging Contest, Ok, City, OK, g. All other National Contest, Kansas City MO 8. Visual aids for judging practice and other miscellaneous teaching & shop supplies & equipment.

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What a Life!

Sunday, April 5, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

By: Rev. Wilmer L. Todd Do we share the good news of Jesus’ Resurrection with others?

Easter is the celebration of new life won for us by the death and resurrection of Jesus. The grave is not our final destination. God has saved us in Jesus. We rejoice and realize Jesus’ tremendous sacrifice. This following Easter story reminds us of the sacrifice God made for us in giving his only Son for our salvation. After the Sunday scripture readings, the pastor went to the pulpit and briefly introduced his childhood friend. An elderly man stepped up to the pulpit and began to speak. “A father, his son, and his son’s friend were sailing off the Gulf Coast when a fast approaching storm blocked any attempt to get back to shore. The waves were so high that even the father, an experienced sailor, could not keep the boat upright, and the three were swept into the gulf. The father managed to hang onto the capsized boat.” The old man hesitated for a moment, noticed two teenagers who were, for the first time since the service began, looking somewhat interested in his story. He continued: “Grabbing a rescue line, the father had to make the most excruciating decision of his life – to which boy he would throw the line. He had only seconds to decide. “The father knew that his son was a Christian, and he also knew that his son’s friend was not. The agony of his decision could only be matched by the torrent of waves. As the father yelled out, ‘I love you, son,’ he threw the line to his son’s friend. “By the time he pulled the friend back to the capsized boat, his son had disappeared beyond the raging swells into the black of night. They never found his body.” By this time, the two teenagers were sitting straighter in the pew, waiting for the next words to come out of the man’s mouth. “The father,” he continued, “knew his son would step into eternity with Jesus, and he could not bear the thought of his son’s friend stepping into an eternity without Jesus. Therefore, he sacrificed his son. How great is the love of God that he should do the same for us.” With that, the old man returned to his chair, as silence filled the room. Within minutes after the service ended, the two teenagers were at the old man’s side. “That was an interesting story,” politely started one boy, “but I don’t think it was very realistic for a father to give up his son’s life in hopes that the other boy would become a Christian.” “Well, you’ve got a point there,” the old man replied, glancing down at his worn Bible. A big smile broadened his narrow face, and he again looked up at the boys and said, “It sure isn’t very realistic, is it? However, that story gives me a glimpse of what it must have been like for God to give up His Son for you and me. You see, I was the son’s friend.” St. John tells us: “God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that

Holy Rosary Catholic School’s Living Apostles for the month of February were: 8th-grader Erik Santiny, son of Gino and Paula Santiny, and 8th-grader Kadince Kief, daughter of Tomey and Fallon Kief. Each HRCS Living Apostle is given a crucifixion cross to wear throughout the school year as a visual symbol of their dedication to Jesus Christ. These students’ values of respect, charity, responsibility, love and kindness are reflected within their lives. Additionally HRCS Living Apostles are role models for peers of HRCS.

everyone who believes in him may not perish but may have eternal life. Indeed, God did not send the Son into the world to condemn the world, but so the world might be saved through him.” (John 3:1617) Do we share our faith, share the good news of Jesus’ Resurrection with family, friends, and coworkers, or do we keep the news to ourselves out of fear of rejection, misunderstanding, or ridicule? The world needs to be told about the risen Lord. If we don’t do it, the message may never be delivered. Christ is alive today to those who accept him. May you have a blessed and life-giving Easter.

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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

Freedom Worship Center

17618 West Main - Galliano - 632-2109 Sunday Morning Service 10 a.m. Children’s Church 10:00 a.m. Mid-Week Service - 6:30 p.m. Pastor Roger Hunt

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First Baptist Church

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

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

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. Rev. Peter Taile, 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

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

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)

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)

St. Mathews Missionary Baptist Church Hwy. 308 - Mathews

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

Valentine Baptist Church 9334 Hwy. 308 - Valentine

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

Bethel Baptist Church

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

New Sunlight Baptist Church 452 St. Patrick Street - Raceland

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

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

Golden Meadow United Methodist Church

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

St. Hilary of Poitiers

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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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.

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

NON-DENOMINATIONAL THERIOT, DUET & THERIOT, INC.

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

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. 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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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

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During a traffic stop on Tuesday, March 31, Adam Theriot III and Chrisy Rousse were found to have crack cocaine, drug paraphernalia, and $280 in counterfeit bills in their possession. Task Force agents were able to trace the bills to Guidry and were able to obtain a search warrant for a residence on East 75th Street where they believed Guidry was manufacturing the phony bills. Upon searching the residence, they located more than $25,000 in counterfeit bills, as well as equipment and materials commonly used in the manufacture of fake money, but Guidry was not at the residence at that time. After learning of Guidryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s possible whereabouts, agents contacted the Golden Meadow Police Department for assistance, and officers located Guidry at a family memberâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s residence on West 215th Street. There, Guidry was found to have psilocybin mushrooms and amphetamine pills in his possession. Guidry was arrested and transported to the Lafourche Parish Detention Center in Thibodaux where he was booked on charges of monetary instrument abuse, possession of psilo-

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Carole Allen, the Turtle Island Restoration Networkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gulf director, welcomed the announcement but cautioned that a previ-

ous effort to repeal the law last year failed. She said the lack of enforcement in Louisiana endangers turtles that routinely cross through the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s waters. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a huge missing link in the protection of turtles,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The turtles drown without TEDs.â&#x20AC;? Shrimpers see it differently. Abraham said Louisiana shrimpers abide by the turtle excluder laws and that repealing the law would be symbolic. The shrimp task force is made up of shrimp processors, dock owners, fishermen and government officials. It makes recommendations to government agencies. In its resolution, the panel said it supports repealing the law for two years and then reviewing whether to re-instate the enforcement ban or not.

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I was appointed to serve on the Lafourche Parish Steering Committee from 2012 to 2014, helping to create the Lafourche Parish Comprehensive Resiliency Plan for the next 20 years. I also serve as President of the Lafourche Parish Youth Council, where I have been serving since 2005. I worked as a page in the Louisiana State House of Representatives during the 2007 regular session and as a member of the Senate Presidentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s staff for the 2008 regular session. I envision a Lafourche Parish that is not afraid to make a change for the better. I see a parish implementing the goals crafted with public input in the Lafourche Parish 20 year Comprehensive Resiliency Plan. I also envision a united parish government, working together in a financially responsible manner, to improve roads, drainage, pump stations and levees in a professional and equitable manner. The parish council should not be about vying for tax dollars to support one area of the parish over another. The council that I envision will work toward unity for the greater good of all the people of Lafourche Parish. I look forward to using my education, experience, qualifications and vision for Lafourche Parish as a councilmember from District 7. I humbly ask for your support and your vote on Saturday, October 24, 2015.

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of $1.6 billion next year. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It seems like this is one of the areas in state government that has not been cut at all or restricted. Have we restricted the governorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s travel at all?â&#x20AC;? asked Rep. Katrina Jackson, DMonroe. Edmonson replied: â&#x20AC;&#x153;No, we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t control that.â&#x20AC;? He said his office is required under state law to protect Jindal and his family wherever they go, no matter the purpose of the trip. In 2014, the governor spent about 40 percent of his days outside of Louisiana, according to an Associated Press review of his announced trips. Since January, Jindal has traveled to eight states and Washington, D.C., including trips to the key presidential campaign states of Iowa and South Carolina. He also traveled to Europe for an economic development mission that doubled as a chance for Jindal to talk about U.S. foreign policy. The Appropriations Committee is doing a department-by-department review of the governorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s budget proposal for the fiscal year that begins July 1, which includes reductions across nearly every agency. As they combed through the state policeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s budget of more than $400 million, committee members were divided on the increased presence of troopers in New Orleans to help local police. The New Orleans Convention and Visitors Bureau is paying $2.5 million to cover the costs through the end of the fiscal year in June, Edmonson said. Committee Chairman Jim Fannin, R-Jonesboro, questioned whether that took needed troopers away from other parts of the state. But New Orleans Rep. Helena Moreno, a Democrat, praised the state police help for the city, saying it protects residents and a valuable tourism industry for Louisiana. ____

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The 40th annual Fete du Couchon boucherie was recently held at the Golden Meadow Park. Fete du Couchon is a 50-member menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s organization that puts on the event each year. The club memberâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wives and volunteers help with the two-day preparations. Club members can invite four guests to take part in the festivities. Submitted by Hugh Eymard, FDC member

Online: The budget bill is filed as House Bill 1 and can be found at www.legis.la.gov

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cybin (mushrooms), and possession of amphetamine. He is being held in lieu of $70,000 bond as set by Judge Walter I Lanier III. Meanwhile, Theriot and Rousse were arrested following the traffic stop, and were both transported to the Detention Center as well. Theriot was charged with possession with intent to distribute crack cocaine, possession of drug paraphernalia, and careless operation. He is being held in lieu of $11,100 bond as set by Judge Lanier. Rousse was charged with monetary instrument abuse, possession of crack cocaine and possession of drug paraphernalia. She is being held in lieu of $31,000 bond as set by Judge Lanier. Guidry has 21 prior arrests, mostly for similar charges, in Lafourche, Terrebonne and St. Charles Parishes. He was set to go to trial on April 27 for his arrest last April. In addition to the charges from that arrest, he also has pending drug and counterfeit charges stemming from prior arrests in 2012 and 2013.

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Travel expenses for the governorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s state police detail cost $609,000 when Mike Foster took office in 1996 and rose to $1 million when he left eight years later, according to Edmonsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s data. State police paid $1.5 million in the last year of Kathleen Blancoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s term, about 47 percent less than they spent this year on travel expenses for Jindalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s security detail. Several lawmakers, particularly Democrats, have questioned why the state is paying costs related to Jindalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s extensive travel if the trips arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t tied to his work as governor. Criticism of Jindalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s travel has grown as the state faces repeated budget gaps, including a shortfall

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House For Sale in Cut Off, 3 br, 1.5 ba, approx. 1200 sq ft. Asking $85,000. Call 985-691-1367 & leave message. _________________ 2001 Mobile Home For Sale: 16x66, 2 br, 2 ba. To Be Moved, w/most appliances. Call 985-258-1077 FMI. _________________ House For Sale: 3 br plus bonus room, 1 ba, lg. kitchen, dining rm, lg. yard, newly remodeled, Cut Off area. Asking $125,000. Call 985665-7375. _________________ Two Houses, Four Lots For Sale at 121 W. 6th St., Larose. Three sheds, all household furnishing. Bids start at $78,000. Call 985-475-7262 for viewing. _________________

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200 Plastic Pallets For Sale: $10 ea. or $8 ea. for 15 or more. Call 693-7229 FMI. _________________ 55 gallon drums for sale with lid. $20 each. Call 985-2919490 FMI. _________________ Peach Trees For Sale: $5 ea. Call 985691-9466 or 985-6322602. _________________ Mausoleums For Sale at Holy Savior Cemetery in Lockport. Section: St Michael Walk. Crypt 9 & 10, Tier B. $6500 for both. Call Marie Hotard at 985-291-1190. _________________ White Dresser For Sale, great cond., 43x18x42. Cash only, $300. Also a GE white microwave for sale. $25. 985-798-7777. _________________ 9 foot Lifting A Frame For Sale with 2 ton chain fall, $600; new front & rear bumpers for 2014 Chevy 3500 Dually pick up truck, $300 ea. Call 985-6917267, leave message. _________________

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MLS 116383: 21118 Hwy. 1 in Golden Meadow. Located just north of the flood gates. This property was once a church and is now converted into a bunk house that can house 40 people. It’s 4,188 sqft. and sits on a 266’ x 841’ lot. $500,000. MLS 116384: 139 Joe Brown Rd., Lockport. This property sits on 43 acres with warehouse and office space totaling 188,894 sqft. It has 300,000 sqft. of Limestone and 125,000 sqft. of concrete parking. It has 5,900 ft. of chain link fencing and includes a guest house. There is plenty of room for expansion or rental space. $3,200,000.

MLS 116391: 22801 Hwy. 1 in Golden Meadow. This property was the Louisiana Shrimp & Packing Co. This huge building is 36,613 sqft., it has work areas, cooler storage, freezer storage, shipping and receiving docks, fuel service dock, 120 ton ice plant, a 1200 ft. dock along Bayou Lafourche and much more! $3,000,000. MLS 115650: Located in Larose on the East side of Hwy. 3235, Approximately 1.7 acres with 273 ft. of road frontage, land is cleared with a dirt pad already in place, great location. $80,000. MLS 112971: Located down E. 90th St. in Galliano this 19 acre piece has 1200 ft. of frontage on E. 90th St. It is unrestricted, currently used as a hay pasture. $195,000.

MLS 108857: This property is located on Hwy. 308 near the new bridge in Larose. It has 3.3 acres and over a 1,000 ft. of road frontage, plenty of room for multiple businesses. This is one of the best locations available.

MLS 113721: Old Rouse’s Shopping Center located at 516 Justin, St. in Lockport. 17,940 sqft. plus cement parking lot and adjoining vacant land included, new roof. $299,000.

MLS 114010: 170 ft. of Bayouside property located north of Intracoastal in Larose. New bulkhead, electricity, water, plenty of parking. $85,000.

MLS 114683: This metal building on a slab is located at 19291 Hwy. 308 in Golden Meadow. It is currently being used as storage. It has plenty of parking and a 40’ x 25’ covered parking area. It also includes a bayouside with a new dock for loading and unloading boats. It’s an unrestricted zone on an 86’ x 165’ lot and is great for a boat company. $125,000 MLS 108857: Over 3 acres of unrestricted property with a limestone base. Over 1,000 ft. of road frontage. Located by new lift bridge in Larose, south of Intracoastal. Prime location with quick access to Hwy. 3235. $1.2 million. Possible lease option available.

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www.thelafourchegazette.com Galliano Inn now hiring Part Time Desk Clerk. Must be able to work all shifts. Ins. & 401K benefits after qualifications period is reached. Apply at 18628 Hwy. 3235, Galliano. _________________ Superior Shipyard is now hiring a runner / warehouse helper. Must have a clean driving record and possess a valid driver’s license. Must submit to a physical and drug screen. If interested, apply at 20987 Hwy. 1, Golden Meadow, LA 70357 or send resume to tcreel@superiorshipyard.com. _________________ Galliano Inn now hiring Bartender to work Mon. thru Fri., 5 pm till. Apply at 18628 Hwy. 3235, Galliano. _________________ The Greater Lafourche Port Commission owns and operates the South Lafourche Airport (GAO). GAO is rapidly expanding primarily through serving the oil and gas industry in the Gulf of Mexico and is one of the fastest growing airports in the State of Louisiana. The Airport Manager is primarily responsible for achieving maximum utilization of the Port’s airport, heliport, and industrial park along with operations and maintenance of its properties and facilities. The successful candidate will be able to work with state and federal funding sources and will be

able to work effectively with and maintain communications with elected and appointed officials, federal/state/local government regulatory agencies, subordinates, personnel from other departments, as well as the general public and airport and industrial park tenants. Preference will be given to candidates with a Bachelor’s Degree in aviation, aeronautics, business, public administration, or associated field from an accredited four year college or university, have three years of experience in airport management and/or airfield operations, and possess or previously held a valid FAA Private Pilot’s License. Salary range will commensurate with experience. Applications may be obtained from the Greater Lafourche Port Commission office at 16829 East Main Street, Galliano, LA 70354, by calling (985) 632-6701, or online at www.portfourchon.com. Applications will be accepted for a minimum of two weeks and until position is filled. EOE _________________ Tower Loan of Cut Off: Positions available – Cashier & Manager Trainees. Call 985-632-7300 for appt. or fax resume to 985-632-7305. _________________ Coastal Janitorial Services Now Hiring Positions. 5 days a week. Call 632-5791. _________________

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The Old Kief Hardware LA Hwy. 1, Galliano

MLS 112503: This property is located on the east side of Hwy. 3235. 96’ road frontage. $100,000.

MLS 113943: This property is located off Hwy. 308 down Emile Dr. in Lockport. 400 x 104. Restricted. $65,000.

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MLS 117912: NEW LISTING 10,731 sqft. building, sits right in business district of Lockport, plenty of parking available, heavy traffic area. $425,000.

MLS 116370: Located on Alex Plaisance Blvd. in Golden Meadow, this property is 16,536 sqft. It was once used to store frozen seafood and as a warehouse and office. All equipment is included. Lot is 190’ x 578’. Great location! $1,250,000.

The Greater Lafourche Port Commission will accept applications for 5 summer Roustabout and 1 summer Clerical Positions. Eligible applicants must be registered college students and must complete a job application. Roustabout applicants must be able to conduct physical labor & must pass a drug screen & physical exam. The clerical applicant must be able to work in an office environment with general knowledge on use of office equip. & basic typing skills, & be able to pass a drug screen test. Applications will be accepted until Mon. May 11th during regular office hrs. at the Commission office, 16829 E. Main, Galliano. (3) of the roustabout applications and (1) of the clerical applicants will be selected by a drawing from all approved applicants at the Commission office on May 13th, at approx. 11 am. Alternates will also be selected. Maintenance personnel will select (2) roustabout applicants who worked the previous year. Applicants must provide proof of registration to a collegiate school. Applications can be found on the Port website at www.portfourchon.co m under Public Notice>Job Opportunities. The GLPC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. _________________ Just 4 Him, Galliano location now hiring Exp. Licensed Cosmetologist/Barber. Must be avail. To work Sat.’s. Will train. FMI call 325-4MEN. _________________

is now accepting applications for a Full Time

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MLS 117739: NEW LISTING 3,476 sqft. commercial building, totally renovated in 2013, 80 x 180 lot size, furnished, walk-in ready. Located on Hwy. 308 in Cut Off. $260,000.

Lafourche Parish Fire District #3 is accepting applications for the following career positions: Firefighter/Operator. LPFD3 offers competitive salaries, IRA plan, health, vision, & dental ins. Pd. vacation & pd. holiday. Must possess a valid driver’s license & high school diploma. Please apply in person at Fire Central, 17462 W. Main, Cut Off. Need more information contact Codi Collins or Jada Pitre at 985-632-8068. _________________ Direct Support Professional: Working with individuals with intellectual disabilities in a group home setting. Call Evelyn France at 985-7985899 FMI. _________________ Now Hiring a Pers o n n e l Assistant/Handy Person to work 25-40 hrs. per week. Must have a valid driver’s license & be willing to work outdoors. Mail resume to: P.O. Box 398, Cut Off, LA 70345. Attn: Office Manager. _________________ Help Wanted at Bayou Inn. Apply in person at 18608 W. Main St., Galliano. _________________ Oil Spill Response/HazMat Response Tech. needed for OMI Environmental Solutions, located in Galliano. Applicants required to pass satisfactorily: motor vehicle records check, criminal background check, drug screens, physical & pulmonary fit test. FMI or to apply contact our Galliano Facility Manager, Ronald Johnson at 18274 W. Main St., Galliano. _________________

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400,000

7,632 sqft. Plenty parking plus bayouside property

Old Rouse’s Shopping Center

516 Justin, St. in Lockport

17,940 sqft. plus cement parking lot and adjoining vacant land American Realty USA

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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. _________________ 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 _________________ Caregivers: Seeking enthusiastic, loving, passionate caregiver. Must have excel. references & clean back ground check. Call 985-655-4444 Mon. thru Thurs. from 9 am till 5 pm. _________________

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Tim Harris Flooring Installation Services Carpet, vinyl, laminate, wood, ceramic, custom showers, painting, carpentry, sheet rock. Purchase floor anywhere, we will install. Manufactures warranty floors, not flooring stores. Free estimates. Call 985-677-0474 or 985677-2526. _________________ Curry’s Tree Service Tree cutting & trimming, any size, reasonable rates, free estimates, licensed. Call 985-258-0465. _________________ Can Do Brick, Block & Stone Work. Call for free estimates. Keith Thayer at 985-637-3569. _________________ Honey Bee Removal Call Eric at 985-6774035 or 985-6933859. Free estimates. _________________

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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. _________________ Hate To Paint? Call Color Creation! Indoor /Outdoor painting. New or old construction. Reasonable rates. Call 985-2589591. _________________

ELPHEGE BRUNET, JR. Elphege Joseph “Jr.” Brunet, Jr., 83, a native and resident of Galliano, passed from this earth on Tuesday, March 31, 2015. Visitation will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Galliano on Monday, April 6, from 9:00 a.m. till service time. A Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 11:00 a.m. with burial following in Cheramie Cemetery He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Vina Mae Hebert Brunet; sons, Glenn John Brunet and wife Leah and Dean John Brunet and wife Ann; daughters, Robbin B. Avera and husband Buster and Avis B. Bourgeois and husband Dwayne; brother, Andrew “Tan” Brunet; sister, Ola B. Freeman; grandchildren, Danielle B. Rodrigue and husband Tommy, Beth B. Pitre and husband Jacques, Adelaide L. Avera, Francine A. Avera, Andre’ C. Brunet and wife Erica, Armand M. Brunet, Paul J. Fremin, Jill T. Fremin, Olivia R. Bourgeois, Dallas L. Bourgeois and wife Amanda; great-grandchildren, Ross D. Rodrigue, Madison L. Pitre, Marcus L. Pitre, Blair J. Cortez, Sophia E. Brunet, and Estelle L. Bourgeois. He was preceded in death by his parents, Elphege Joseph Brunet, Sr. and Francine Marie Gisclair Brunet; and sisters, Dudline B. Louviere and Irma B. Lagrange. He was a loving husband, devoted father and grandfather, avid outdoorsman, member of the St. Joseph Holy Name Society, and former co-owner of Brunet Lumber Yard in Galliano. Falgout Funeral Home of Galliano entrusted with arrangements. _____________________________

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GLORIA VEGAS Gloria A. Vegas, 87, a native of Galliano and resident of Cut Off passed away Monday, March 30, 2015. Visitation was held at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Galliano on Wednesday, April 1, from 1:00 p.m. until funeral time. A Mass of Christian Burial wa celebrated at 3:00 p.m. with burial in Cheramie Cemetery. She is survived by her children, Brien Vegas (Lucille), Linton “L.J.” Vegas, Jr. (Penny), Christine Vegas, Monty Vegas (Audrey); brother, Nolan Adams; sister, Dolores Chiquet; 10 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Linton Vegas, Sr.; parents, Jules and Mercedes Adams; sisters, Sisca Duet, Olivia Pitre, Flavia Vega, Florida Parra. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. _____________________________

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PRINCIPAL’S LIST Grade 1: Claire Arabie, Landen Arabie, August Autin, Riley Barrios-Seward, Elliot Cheramie, Luke Cheramie, Madisyn Collins, Mei-Lien Cubas, Logan Curole, Marissa Dobson, Addilyn Dufrene, Christopher Fonseca, Owen Gaspard, Stellar Gaspard, Caroline Guidry, Sophia Guilbeau, Melody Johnson, Aubree Lombas, Ava Moore, Claire Rebstock, Emmie Rebstock, Norah Trosclair, Sloane Vegas; Grade 2: Maddox Angelette, Amelia Bergeron, Aliza Callais, Ava Danos, Hayden Lefort, Ella Walker; Grade 3: Marcelle Bourgeois, Abigail Chiasson, Sarah Danos, Blaze Gisclair, Madison Gisclair; Grade 4: Melania Angelette, Julian Bourgeois, Karoline Cheramie, Addison Curole, Jacob Curole, Karmine Falgout, Jenna Guidry; Grade 5: Parker Angelette, Alaina Ashmun, Isabella Cheramie, Carmen Duet, Alaina Esponge, Patrick Gisclair, Jacob Guidry, Brody Pitre, Matthew Thomassie; Grade 6: Garon Guidry, Grant Rebstock, Hailey Thibodeaux; Grade 7: Claire Babin, Addison Duet, Ivy Robichaux, Jackie Trahan-DeJesus; Grade 8: Abigail Bouzigard, Andrew Guidry, Connor Guidry, Joseph Pitre, Marcelle Pitre. HONOR ROLL Grade 1: Nate Alario, Spencer Armstrong, Joey Belle Brady, Micah Compeaux, Bailey Duet, Charles Duet, Emma Guidry, Elle Hunter, Connor Lewis, Aden Nguyen, Matthew Tran; Grade 2: Isabel Alario, Amryn Dardar, Lyric Duet, Peyton Hebert, London Mayberry, Parker Nguyen, Vayda Pregeant, Roman Robichaux, Douglas St. Pierre, Jr., Kennedy Vizier, Cheyenne Weckesser, Kooper Worley; Grade 3: Jaden Bass, Callie Blanchard, Christian Cheramie, Beaux Curole, Hunter Doucet, Andrew Duet, Kadence Duet, Kathryn Eymard, Kristian Gaudet, Seth Guidry, Sania Harris, Karlyn Pierce, Victoria Pitre, Ty Thibodeaux; Grade 4: Cameron Badeaux, Brenna Brady, Heath Callais, Nicky Cheramie, Zack France, Lennon Gisclair, Kolin Kern, Carter Theriot, Adamduc Tran; Grade 5: Abbi Collins, Marcus Colombe, Eli David, Launnah Fullilove, Carter Galjour, Cyrus Guilbeau, Colin Olivier, Dylan Pregeant, Gabe Savoie, Logan Williams, Christian Worley; Grade 6: Madelin Arabie, Luke Callais, Asia Dardar Caroline Gros, Branden Ledet, Alexa Reed; Grade 7: Isaac Callais, Noah Callais, Jonah Chiasson, Christian Chouest, Lauren France, Michael Guidry, Emma Hebert, Ben Robichaux, Lauren Thomassie; Grade 8: Savannah Blanchard, Janie Cheramie, Jacob Galliano, Kadince Kief, Erik Santiny, Emily Thibodaux.

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ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Patience is a virtue you must have this week. Others may not be able to maintain your pace, so exercise patience with those who need it. TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Share your thoughts and feelings about a particular project wtth others, Taurus. The people closest to you will provide just the support you need to move forward. GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Embrace the competitive nature of a coworker this week, Gemini. This person might just motivate you to reach heights you have yet to reach, and this may lead to a promotion at work. CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, a heart-to-heart talk with a loved one has you feeling confident as you move forward. Embrace this chance to communicate for the opportunity it truly is. LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, allow someone close to you to enjoy his or her space this week. Find a way to keep busy as this special someone does some soulsearching.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Avoid rushing to judgment on an issue this week, Virgo. Rather than speculating on the “whys” and “how comes,” wait until you can get some solid facts. LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Luck is on your side this week, Libra. Make the most of this lucky streak and invite others to join in your fortune in the weeks to come. SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, lend a helping hand to a loved one who could use some words of encouragement. Your efforts will be both effective and very much appreciated. SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, anxiety about starting a new chapter in life is normal. Fear of the unknown can worry anyone, but look forward to all of the positive changes that are in store. CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, thinking outside of the box comes easily to you. Although others may scoff at your unconventional ways, you always get the job done and this week is no different.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, peer pressure abounds this week, but you needn’t worry about succumbing to it. You like to march to the beat of your own drum, and others look to you as a leader. PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, you may need to take an unusual approach to get things done this week. Don’t be afraid to be aggressive.

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Louisiana bill adds cost controls on TOPS tuition program

Sunday, April 5, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

The following information is based on reports from the Lafourche Parish Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office. Those individuals have been booked with, not convicted of, the offenses shown. All accused should be presumed innocent until proved guilty. MARCH 30, 2015 Lafourche Parish Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office Joshua Pollard, 30, Houma. Contempt of court violation of probation/parole. Paul Savoy, 32, Raceland. Unauthorized entry of an inhabited dwelling (felony). Daniel Simmons, III, 42, Houma. Contempt of court. Malcolm Green, Thibodaux. Fugitive. Scott Stokes, 26, Houma. Contempt of court. Deseree Hingles, 38, Labadieville. Contempt of court (3 cts). Chad Pellegrin, 38, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Brent Nicholas, 26, Thibodaux. Possession w/intent to dist. methamphetamine, improper equip.-mirror, poss. w/intent to dist. marijuana, poss. of heroin, poss. or dist. of drug para. Sherry Brown, 48, Raceland. Contempt of court, dist. of hydrocodone, resisting an officer. Carolyn Brown, 49, Raceland. Contempt. Thibodaux Police Department Terrell Green, 30, Belle Rose. Contempt of court (3 cts), fugitive of Assumption Parish. MARCH 31, 2015 Thibodaux Police Department Satrice Fredericks, 43, Thibodaux. Theft of goods (felony), enter/remain after being forbidden. Tkeyah Carter, 23, St. James, LA. Fugitive of St. James Parish. Lafourche Parish Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office Ryan Honore, 25, Napoleonville. Contempt of court (3 cts). Natalie J. Henderson, 30, New Orleans. Contempt of court. Andrea L. Uzee, 37, Raceland. Probation sanction. Candice Dansereau, 25, Thibodaux. Violation of probation/parole. Jordan Tardo, 23, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Charleston Every, 27, Thibodaux. Simple battery. APRIL 1, 2015 Louisiana State Police Le Tuan, 47, Houma. DWI 1st offense, speeding.

Animals need blessings, too! United Methodist to host special animal blessing April 11

The United Methodist Church will host a â&#x20AC;&#x153;Blessing of the Animalsâ&#x20AC;? on Saturday, April 11, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The blessing will take place at the church grounds, located at 201 Central Lafourche Drive in Mathews. The Rev. Monica Monk will conduct the blessing at approximately noon. This event is open to anyone whether you bring a pet or not. Any pet such as dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, fish, etc. are welcome. When people are not able to bring their pet, they may wish to bring a photo of their pet. All animals must be on a leash or in a secure container for safety reasons. All visitors will receive a gift bag with animal treats, etc. Food (hot dogs, chips, etc.) and bottled water will be provided for the people. In conjunction with the blessing of the animals, the Lafourche Parish Animal Shelter will have a â&#x20AC;&#x153;pet adoptionâ&#x20AC;? event. Other local organizations or groups are welcome to set up a booth or table. For more information call 985-637-2317.

the Taylor Opportunity Program for Students. Phyllis Taylor said she wanted a way to sustain the program despite the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ongoing financial constraints. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We believe that this is the answer,â&#x20AC;? she said. Jindalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s support of this measure appears to hinge on whether he considers the restrictions a â&#x20AC;&#x153;cap.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;TOPS is an excellent program that helps our kids get a great education. We will oppose any bill that caps TOPS or limits the ability of qualified Louisiana families to utilize this program. We will review this bill as it goes through the process to determine if it will have a negative impact on the program,â&#x20AC;? Jindal spokeswoman Shannon Dirmann said in a statement.

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Sheriff Craig Webre, Judge John LeBlanc and other members of the P.A.C.T. Place Advisory Committee pose for a photo with Bea Hanson and Michelle Brickley from the OVW. (From left to right): Debbie Triggs (South Central Louisiana Human Services Authority), Geralyn Pitre (Lafourche Parish District Attorneyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office), Tamara Joseph (LPSO Police Social Services), Bea Hanson (OVW), Felicia Hill (The Haven), Judge John LeBlanc (17th Judicial District Court), Michelle Brickley (OVW), Sheriff Craig Webre, and Pam Guedry (LPSO P.A.C.T. Place).

National Director visits LPSOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s P.A.C.T. Place On Wednesday, Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre welcomed Bea Hanson, the Principle Deputy Director of the U.S. Department of Justice Office on Violence Against Women, for a visit to the P.A.C.T. Place Supervised Visitation and Exchange Center in Lockport. Judge John LeBlanc and other members of the P.A.C.T. Place advisory committee and staff were on hand as well to speak with Hanson. The visit took place following Hansonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s address to community leaders in New Orleans Wednesday morning, part of the OVWâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nationwide tour in honor of the 20th anniversary of the Violence Against Women Act. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I was excited to be able to add this stop to the OVWâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s national tour,â&#x20AC;? said Hanson. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The P.A.C.T. Place is a perfect example for the nation of how law enforcement can take a leadership role to address the need for safety for victims of violence and their children.â&#x20AC;? Supervised visitation and exchange centers are not typically operated by law enforcement agencies. The P.A.C.T. Place is an exception, and may be the only such center operated by a law enforcement agency. The Lafourche Parish Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office funded the creation of the center through an OVW Safe Havens Grant awarded in 2007, and a subsequent continuation grant in 2011 kept the center open through the Fall of 2014. The OVW recently awarded a grant through its Justice for Families Program to fund the P.A.C.T. Placeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s operation through February 2017. â&#x20AC;&#x153;On behalf of our agency and the community, I would like to thank Mrs. Hanson and the Office on Violence Against Women for the opportunity to utilize this grant funding,â&#x20AC;? said Sheriff Webre. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It takes passion, drive and commitment to sustain a program of this nature, and we are privileged to have a staff and advisory committee who truly embody all those qualities.â&#x20AC;? P.A.C.T. stands for Parents and Children Together. The mission of the P.A.C.T. Place is to provide a safe, secure and supportive environment for supervised visitation and monitored exchanges to occur in an ef-

fort to prevent further impact of domestic violence on children and their abused parent. The center is designed to ensure that both parents remain separate, so that contact between them never occurs. The P.A.C.T. Place provides a child-friendly atmosphere for children to visit with their non-custodial parent. P.A.C.T. Place Director Pam Guedry said ensuring that victims of violence and their children are safe is the staffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s highest priority. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The P.A.C.T. Place visitation program provides an opportunity for children to safely visit with and maintain a relationship with their non-custodial parent,â&#x20AC;? said Guedry. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As a visitation program, we are able to interact with each member of the family - mother, father, and child. This gives us a unique opportunity to identify needs and gaps in services to ensure safety of victims in our community. Lafourche Parish has great resources and we are fortunate to be able to collaborate with many of them on this project.â&#x20AC;? Since opening its doors in October 2009, the P.A.C.T. Place has provided services to over 200 families affected by domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and dating violence. To date, the P.A.C.T. Place has hosted 1,350 supervised visits and 1,003 monitored exchanges. As the only visitation center in the region, these services are provided free of charge to the residents of Lafourche, Terrebonne, Assumption, St. Charles, and Jefferson parishes. For more information about the P.A.C.T. Place and its services, contact Director Pam Guedry at (985) 5324390, or visit www. LPSO.net/PACTPlace.

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Cost controls would be added to Louisianaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s TOPS free college tuition program under a bill backed Wednesday by state higher-education leaders. The legislation is meant to address concerns about its ballooning price tag and is sponsored by two Senate leaders: Finance Chairman Jack Donahue and Education Chairman Conrad Appel, both Republicans. And it has the critical backing of Phyllis Taylor, wife of the programâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s namesake and a fierce TOPS protector. Under the proposal, the TOPS tuition payment rate would be locked in at the 2015-16 level. Rather than the current automatic increases whenever tuition costs rise on college campuses, boosts to TOPS payments in the 2016-17 school year and beyond would have to get separate approval from lawmakers. Students would be assured their TOPS payments wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t drop below the existing payment level. But they and their parents could pay more out of pocket for college if lawmakers donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t increase TOPS payments as campuses raise their tuition rates. Supporters said the changes would give lawmakers more financial predictability and ensure TOPS can be sustained. Otherwise, they said the evergrowing cost of the program threatens the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ability to continue it. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is a danger to the state budget over long periods of time,â&#x20AC;? said Appel, RMetairie. â&#x20AC;&#x153;However, this bill gives us the opportunity to put the brakes on that, decouple it from some of the exponential growth and ensure that TOPS will exist for future generations.â&#x20AC;? Lawmakers will consider the idea in the legislative session that begins April 13. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unclear whether Gov. Bobby Jindal will support the measure. The nearly 20-year-old program is slated to cost $284 million in the upcoming 2015-16 year to cover more than 55,000 students, an increase of $34 million over this year. Worries about the cost of TOPS have grown as the state has faced continuing budget shortfalls and as colleges have boosted their tuition rates to compensate for cuts to their state financing. Each increase in tuition drives up the cost of TOPS. But the program is much beloved among mid-

dle-class families, who benefit disproportionately from the tuition aid. Also, the program is credited with helping more students get college degrees in a state with low levels of educational attainment. Efforts to tweak the program have repeatedly failed. Taylorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s support is expected to help the bill gain traction. She joined the senators, the Board of Regents and others at a press conference Wednesday to announce her backing. TOPS was the brainchild of Taylorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s late husband, Patrick, and the program is formally called

___ Online: Senate Bill 48 can be found at www.legis.la.gov

Accident on the Job

of beer. Ricky says, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Where did you get that, Jeff?â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x2DC; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Shaneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wife gave it to me,â&#x20AC;? replies Jeff. Ricky continues, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unbelievable, you told the lady her husband was dead and she gave you the beer?â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Well not exactly,â&#x20AC;? Jeff says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When she answered the door, I said to her, you must be Shaneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s widow.â&#x20AC;? She said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;No, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not a widow.â&#x20AC;? And I said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll bet you a case of beer you are.â&#x20AC;?

Three guys, Shane, Ricky and Jeff, were working on a high-rise building project when Shane fell off the scaffolding and instantly died. As the ambulance took the body away, Ricky said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Someone should go and tell his wife.â&#x20AC;? Jeff says, â&#x20AC;&#x153;OK, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m pretty good at that sensitive stuff, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll do it.â&#x20AC;? Two hours go by, Jeff comes back carrying a case

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