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Pedestrian killed crossing highway in Golden Meadow

Shortly after 2:00 p.m. Monday afternoon, Troopers from Louisiana State Police Troop C began investigating a fatality crash involving a pedestrian on LA 1 south of LA 3235. The crash took the life of 46-year old Valerie Callais of Galliano. The initial investigation revealed that Lance Fillinich, age 46, of Golden Meadow, was traveling southbound on LA 1 in a 2009 Dodge Ram pickup. Callais was on the northbound shoulder of LA 1 when she began to cross the highway. Fillinich was approaching and struck Callais in the southbound lane of LA 1. Callais was transported to the hospital where she was pronounced deceased a short time after arrival. Fillinich, who was properly restrained during the crash, was not injured. Drug and alcohol use is unknown on the part of Callais, but standard toxicology tests are pending. Fillinich submitted a breath sample which resulted in no alcohol detected. Although the majority of pedestrian fatalities occur at night, pedestrians are encouraged to walk facing traffic, wear light color clothing, wear reflective materials, and carry a flashlight at night. Pedestrians should scan several times to the left and right before crossing a highway. Additional pedestrian safety can be found online at www.walkinginfo.org.

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Amanda Mayberry checks out the jeans at a garage sale last year on Grand Isle, part of the Island’s 7-mile Garage Sale and Craft Show event. The Island is once again gearing up for the big sale to be held this Saturday, May 28. The oneday event is sponsored by the Grand Isle Community Development Team and is open to home/camp owners and craftspeople. For more information contact A.J. at 225-975-9093.

Governor wants oil industry to pay for coastal restoration CAIN BURDEAU, Associated Press

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Gov. John Bel Edwards is pushing to get the oil and natural gas industries to pay for restoring Louisiana’s fragile coast by encouraging them to settle lawsuits alleging they caused extensive damage to coastal lands. The governor met with industry leaders and company executives on May 13 and asked them to settle the numerous lawsuits, filed by local governments, and help pay for coastal restoration, according to letters obtained by The Associated Press on Friday. Industry leaders have rejected his request. But, the governor, in a letter sent to industry organizations on Thursday, said he wanted to meet

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with them again to discuss settlements. Three coastal parishes are seeking compensation for alleged state permit violations, coastal damage and pollution. Earlier this year the governor and Attorney General Jeff Landry intervened in those suits. Louisiana has lost about 1,900 square miles of coast since the 1930s and continues to lose about 17 square miles a year. It is one of this impoverished state’s most dire problems. In Thursday’s letter, Edwards said he was disappointed that last week’s meeting did not result in “a more constructive dialogue� and “a possible structure to resolve the related liability issues.� See Governor Page 6-A

Larose Bridge to close again

The West Larose Vertical Lift Bridge on LA 1 crossing the Intracoastal Canal Waterway in Larose, will be closed to vehicular traffic from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, May 27th and from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Tuesday, May 31st. These closures are necessary so crews can move large equipment and materials for the north fender beam installation. The bridge will be open to vehicular traffic over the Memorial Day weekend.

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On Monday, May 23, Judge John E. LeBlanc sentenced Robert Chouest to life in prison without benefit of probation, parole, or suspension of sentence for the second-degree murder of Shawn Galjour. Shawn’s father, Alton Galjour prepared a statement that was read to the judge by proseRobert Chouest cuting attorney Heather M. Hendrix. He wrote, “Because of Robert Chouest, I am now painfully aware that there is violence and evil in this world. In my eyes there will never be true justice for Shawn, but I am eternally grateful for the peace that is being brought to me and my family by this court here today.� When asked if he had a statement to make to the court or the family of the victim, Chouest had none. Heather M. Hendrix stated, “The Galjour family has endured the senseless murder of Shawn and two trials to get to today. We hope that the Galjours can begin their journey to heal now that the defendant has been sentenced. Justice was done today. Let us not forget Shawn and the Galjour family in our reflections today and everyday.� The jury forewoman in the first trial had said in court last year that the majority had voted guilty. Chouest later waived his right to a jury trial, meaning LeBlanc was to determine his fate. See Chouest Page 6-A

Edwards hoping to release tax ideas by end of next week

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Gov. John Bel Edwards hopes to have a framework of tax proposals for a planned June special session to lawmakers by the end of next week. That was the word Friday from state Revenue Secretary Kim Robinson and the governor’s spokesman, Richard Carbo. Edwards wants to call lawmakers into a June special session to make tax changes to help close a $600 million budget gap and stave off deep cuts to state programs. Lawmakers can’t deal with taxes in the current regular session that ends June 6. The governor asked a study group on budget and tax policy created by lawmakers to give him recommendations for ways to raise money to fill financial gaps, even though the task force’s report isn’t due until September. See Edwards Page 6-A

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Commodities to be given out Wed., Thurs.

The Lafourche Council on Aging and Catholic Charities will give out monthly commodities for seniors, 60 years of age and older who qualify financially, between 7 and 9 a.m. on Wednesday, May 25 at the Cut Off Youth Center and Thursday, May 26 at the Raceland Recreation Center.

Grand Isle garage sales to be held Saturday

The Grand Isle 7 mile garage sale and craft show will be held on Saturday, May 28 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. This event is sponsored by the Grand Isle Community Development Team. This one day event open to homeowners, campowners, and craft people will take place at the Grand Isle Port Commission, the

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LPSO to offer handgun training Sunday

The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office will host a Concealed Handgun Training Course at the LPSO Shooting Range Facility, 3451 Hwy. 182, in Raceland. The class is scheduled for Sunday, May 29, beginning at 8 a.m. and lasting until approximately 5 p.m. with a break for lunch. The cost for the course is $110, and advance registration is suggested due to limited class size. This course is a pre-requisite for those applying for a Concealed Handgun Permit from the State of Louisiana. Register online or for more information, contact Lieutenant Lafate Day at (985) 803-1062 or (985) 532-4327 or by email at lafate-day@lpso.net.

SL basketball camp to begin May 30

The 26th annual Tarpon Basketball Camp for boys and girls will be held in several sessions at South Lafourche High School. The camp times are from 1 to 4 p.m. for Session II on May 30 to June 2; Session III on June 6 to 9; and Session IV on June 13 to 16. The cost of the camp is $75 for Session II, III and IV. Each camper will receive a camp basketball, a camp tshirt and a camp sports bottle. Camp brochures can be picked up at South Lafourche High School. For information, call South Lafourche boys basketball coach Brian Callais at 6911809.

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Memorial Day event slated for Mon.

Ward Ten Memorial District would like to invite the public to a solemn event on Memorial Day, May 30 at 10 a.m. The event will be held at the Trail of Tears walking path, behind the memorial building and memorial wall. We will be paying tribute to more than 50 Veterans who gave the ultimate sacrifice in WWI, WWII, Korean and Vietnam wars.

End of Year Bash to be held May 31

An end of the year bash will be held at the Golden Meadow Park on May 31 from 1 to 4 p.m. for Golden Meadow Upper and Golden Meadow Lower Elementary School students. For $10, students from both schools can enjoy jumpers and water slides, sponsored by S&L Jumping Fun, purchase concession snacks and drinks. Students are asked to bring their school ID tag or their last report card. Funds raised will go to Golden Meadow Upper Elementary School.

Baseball tournament registration due June 1

The MJ Classic baseball tournament is set for June 10 and 11 at the Larose Regional Park. All proceeds will go to Mary Jane Pitre’s medical expenses due to having ALS. Registration fee is $200 per team. Players must be 18 years old or older. Deadline to enter is June 1. Opening game will be the SL faculty vs. SL students beginning at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, June 10. Donate to the MJ Classic by mail to: 166 West 44 St., Cut Off, LA 70345. Registration/donation contacts are Nicholas Vega, 985-677-0476; or Bucky Angelette, 985-232-0456, bucky.angelette@forcepowe rsystems.com. Volunteers can sign up with Rebecca Pitre, 985696-8002, rebeccapitre @hotmail.com.

Catholic Community Center open to all

The Catholic Community Center is located at 9018 East Avenue A in Galliano next to the South Lafourche Tarpon Bridge and is open on Mondays from 2 - 4 p.m., Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and on Fridays from 10 a.m. to noon. Â

Letters and Opinions

A path to improving Louisiana’s job base and struggling economy

A newly released report from Chief Executive magazine on the Best and Worst States for Business brings additional news confirming what we already know: Louisiana’s national reputation as a “judicial hellhole� is costing our state thousands of jobs at a time when we need them most. After ranking in the Top 10 best states for business in recent years, Louisiana tumbled to No. 37 and now ranks among the worst 15 states in the country. CEOs participating in the magazine’s survey directly attributed the state’s dramatic fall to high tax rates and excessive litigation. One CEO even described our state’s legal climate as “awful.� This is not the reputation we want to have with executives who can bring billions of dollars in new investments, increase job opportunities for struggling workers and lower costs for working families. If we want to change this perception, we have to shut down the Louisiana lawsuit lottery. For years, a select group of personal injury attorneys has routinely abused our courts with meritless claims, seeking jackpots instead of justice. We find overwhelming evidence of this in newspaper headlines highlighting ridiculous lawsuits and in the millions they spend on billboards and TV ads promising hundreds of thousands of dollars to plaintiffs who want to get rich quick. Now, it seems the litigation threat is coming from the highest levels of state government.  The governor recently raised eyebrows by intervening in dozens of parish lawsuits that were cooked up by one of his biggest campaign supporters that just so happens to be a trial lawyer who specializes in suing the oil and gas industry. Some describe the effort as a shameless money grab, while others see it as outright extortion. Either way, these job-killing practices must stop if we want to make our state more

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competitive and help working families. Louisiana is in a recession. Revenue collections are down, economic growth is virtually non-existent, and a staggering 6.3 percent of our workers are unemployed. In response, the governor and lawmakers have raised sales taxes and passed dozens of other new taxes that will extract more than $3.5 billion from individuals and employers over the next five years. Unfortunately, this prescription will not put us on a path to prosperity. In fact, the dangerous combination of higher taxes and excessive litigation will only further undermine our economic competitiveness. There is no doubt that the proliferation of meritless lawsuits is suffocating our state’s already struggling business environment by further increasing the cost of doing business in Louisiana. From legal defense costs, to the time spent away from business operations, to the lost opportunity to reinvest in equipment or hire a new employee — the costs of excessive litigation are real. Simply put, the more time and money employers spend on fighting frivolous lawsuits, the less time and money they can spend on creating jobs.  Obviously, if a business is responsible for

damage or injury, it should be held accountable for its actions. But too often lawsuits against small businesses and employers in Louisiana seem to be motivated by money, rather than merit. That’s bad for our economy. A national economic study estimated lawsuit abuse costs Louisiana thousands of new jobs every year. Furthermore, an improved litigation climate could increase employment in our state by as much as 3 percent and help Louisiana businesses save billions in unnecessary legal costs. The math on this is simple—bad lawsuits cost good jobs. Until we get serious about passing common sense legal reforms, lawsuit abuse will continue to be one of the largest impediments to creating jobs and growing Louisiana’s economy.

Melissa Landry is executive director of Louisiana Lawsuit Abuse Watch (LLAW), a grassroots legal watchdog dedicated to improving the state’s legal climate.

MELISSA LANDRY Executive Director Louisiana Lawsuit Abuse Watch Baton Rouge, LA

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US rig count drops 2 this week to 404, another all-time low

HOUSTON (AP) — The number of rigs exploring for oil and natural gas in the U.S. dropped by two this week to 404, another alltime low amid low energy prices. A year ago, 885 rigs were active. Houston oilfield services company Baker Hughes Inc. said Friday 318 rigs sought oil and 85 explored for natural gas. One was listed as miscellaneous. Among major oil- and gas-producing states, Texas declined by eight rigs while Kansas and North Dakota were down one each. Louisiana gained seven rigs and Colorado and Oklahoma were up one apiece. Alaska, Arkansas, California, New Mexico, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Utah, West Virginia and Wyoming were unchanged. The U.S. rig count peaked at 4,530 in 1981. The previous low of 488 set in 1999 was eclipsed March 11, and has continued to slide. ________________

LSU’s live tiger mascot diagnosed with rare form of cancer

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — The sixth live tiger to serve as Louisiana State University’s mascot has been diagnosed with a rare and inoperable form of cancer. Veterinarians plan to treat Mike VI’s spindle cell sarcoma with radiation therapy that could extend the 10-year-old tiger’s life by one or two more years, Dr. David Baker of the LSU School of Veterinary Medicine said at a news conference Monday.

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More workers lift Louisiana jobless rate, payrolls up a bit

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Louisiana’s unemployment rate rose in April, as more people again entered the labor force than could find jobs. The jobless rate rose to 6.3 percent, up from 6.1 percent in March, but below April 2015’s 6.5 percent rate. A separate survey shows payrolls eked out small gains in April, but remained 12,000 below yearago levels, signaling continued weakness in Louisiana’s economy. Oil and gas employment losses slowed, but levels remained nearly 9,000 below last year. The unemployment rate is fourth-worst among states, remaining above the nation’s 5 percent rate. Both sets of figures, adjusted to cancel out seasonal changes, were released Friday by the U.S. Labor Department. The number of unemployed Louisianans rose to 136,000 in April, up by 4,000 from March, but about 5,000 fewer than in April 2015. ________________

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Baker, Mike’s veterinarian, said the tiger has a lemon-sized tumor in its skull but doesn’t appear to be in pain and hasn’t shown any changes in its behavior. The 420-pound tiger was 2 years old when it arrived at LSU, donated to the school by an Indiana animal sanctuary. It lives in a 15,000-square-foot enclosure and yard next to Tiger Stadium. Baker said Mike probably developed the tumor a few months ago and likely would die within a few months if its cancer isn’t treated. It will undergo a new form of radiation therapy that apparently has never been performed on a tiger before, he added. LSU says Mike is one of only two live tiger college mascots in the U.S. and is the only one living on a college campus. ________________

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Dwayne and Vicky Martin announce the engagement and upcoming marriage of their daughter, Nicole Marie Martin to Brett Michael Orgeron, the son of Brent Orgeron and Misty Cheramie. The wedding will be on Friday, June 17 at Sacred Heart Church.

Brasseaux - Alario

Devin Alario and Sara Brasseaux, along with their parents, are pleased to announce their upcoming marriage. Sara is the daughter of Kenneth and Bernadette Brasseaux of New Iberia. Devin is the son of Tika Broussard Thibodeaux and Clifton Thibodeaux Jr., of Raceland, and Nolty Alario Jr. and Silvia Jimenez Alario of Larose. A summer wedding is planned in St. Martinville, LA.

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Beth Barrilleaux Dupre and Ryan Dupre were married on April 8, 2016 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Cut Off. The bride is the daughter of Bobby and Betty Barrilleaux. She is the granddaughter of Jack and Minnie Bourg and the late Thomas and Irene Barrilleaux. Parents of the groom are Ricky and Bernadine Dupre. He is the grandson of Lennie Daigrepont and the late Jimme Daigrepont, Sr. and the late Ariel and Lenore Dupre.

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Tika Broussard, of Larose, and Clifton Thibodeaux Jr., of Raceland, were united in marriage on April 30, 2016 at Royal Villa in Raceland. Tika is the daughter of David and Patsy Broussard of Larose. Clifton is the son of the late Clifton Thibodeaux Sr., “Bason”, of Larose and Patricia Adams of Raceland.

In 1954, the members of my band “The Rebels” were Louis Breaux on steel, Terry France (deceased) on drums, and Edward Barker, Jr. on trumpet. Ed, still in his teens, was from Lockport, born in 1937. He was a fine young man with red hair, and although short in stature he was tall in likeability and personality. While playing music he obtained a music degree from S.L.I. in Lafayette, (now ULL). Ed taught school in Lafourche Parish for 30 years and in 1961 married Marjorie “Marge” Verrett from Morgan City. They had two sons. Sadly, Ed passed away in 1996 due to radiation treatment he received as a baby, a tremendous loss to his family and his community. Today Marge is curator of the Folk life & Heritage Museum in Lockport across the street from The Bayou Playhouse where my son Perry is Artistic Director. Marge allows him the use of the museum for his season opening parties. When Ed left the band to complete his education I replaced him with Henry Vegas, Jr. from Cut Off. Henry was a good musician and quite a character. I recently got back in touch with him after many years. He is well and informed me that his son Ricardo is a musician following in his father’s footsteps. Careful Ric! Some footsteps, like some of your Dad’s, and some of mine, should only be followed with great caution at your own peril. In 1961, I had a Kay Bass, a homemade amplifier and was addicted with a fervent desire to play music, But I faced a crisis! (“Crisis, Will Robertson, Crisis”—Robby Robot “Lost in Space”). For the first time in over 14 years I had no band to play with and no ambition to form a new one. “Woe, despair and agony on me” — from the “Hee Haw” gang. Just kidding! My life was busy and hectic but pretty happy with my full time job in the Lafourche Parish Assessor’s Office, two part time jobs, bookkeeping and

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radio, and raising a growing family with an understanding wife, who had to be to put up with me. I was also donating my services as emcee for civic functions and hosting the Farm Bureau and Lions Club annual beauty pageants. Yeah! I know! Being surrounded by beautiful young ladies was a tough job, but somebody had to do it. I kept practicing to improve my bass playing which I eventually did, despite much skepticism from my friends. I am proud to have been awarded a certificate “Best bass player of 1972” at the Lafayette Cajun Festival and in 1981 “best allaround bass player and emcee” at the National Folk Festival in Vienna, Virginia, a suburb of Washington D.C. Minor awards over all, but big events in my little world. “I’m Martin and this is my world”. (Sounds familiar? I steal/borrow from anyone.) Humble and modest? Me? Remember what baseball great “Dizzy” Dean once said: “It ain’t bragging if you can do it!” Dizzy had a brother nicknamed “Daffy” and they were both great pitch-

ers and baseball dem-igods. Can you imagine two super star brothers named “Dizzy” and “Daffy”? Unbelievable! I remember at seven years old sitting with my neighbors on my Uncle Lorris Callais’ front lawn listening to baseball games and prize fights on a radio he would kindly put in his window. There were few radios around and since the power company had not reached us (not until 1937) a car battery was used to power it. I never saw Dizzy pitch, but I did hear his fastball hit the catcher’s mitt on the radio.

What a thrill. Later in his life Dizzy Dean became famous to a new generation as a radio and T.V. baseball game announcer who sang Roy Acuff’s “Wabash Cannonball” on every broadcast. But I digress. My future was ahead (it mostly always is, isn’t it?) and there the best twenty-five years of my musical career awaited me. Next week my evil side emerges again as I discard an old and faithful friend for a new and irresistibly prettier and more curvy one. Bye now! Comments are welcomed at: leroymartin1929@gmail.com

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Chouest From 1-A

Judge LeBlanc found Chouest guilty Jan. 29 for shooting Galjour, 41, of Larose, in the early morning of May 22, 2013. Galjour had been lying in Chouest’s grandparents’ driveway near the defendant’s home on ABC Lane. Chouest testified during his trial that he’d been up for three days and consumed crystal methamphetamine, five rocks of crack cocaine, about six beers and several pain pills. He said he told his grandfather right after the shooting that he thought he’d shot an alligator. Galjour’s father also testified during the trial that his son was known to walk the streets after drinking. Toxicology tests showed the victim’s blood-alcohol concentration was .140.

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“At this point, we have two choices — work together toward an amicable solution or spend years in litigation,” Edwards wrote. “There should be no doubt that it is in the best interests of Louisiana and the industry to choose the former option.” Industry leaders, though, said they are not considering settlements. “It is evident that the state is seeking to move us into an area of discussion that is impossible,” said a letter from Chris John, president of Louisiana Mid-Continent Oil and Gas Association, and Don Briggs, president of Louisiana Oil and Gas Association. The letter said the state was seeking to hold the oil and gas industry “accountable for a substantial amount of damages without making any effort to establish liability.” At issue are claims

that oil and gas companies violated their permits by failing to fix damage caused by oil drilling, such as digging thousands of miles of canals that scientists say led to salt water intrusion and land loss. The oil industry disputes that contention and argues permits were not violated. “The lawsuits were filed by profit-motivated lawyers, and are not a funding mechanism” for coastal restoration, the industry groups wrote. The position taken by Edwards, a Democrat, is very different from that of his predecessor, Republican Gov. Bobby Jindal. Jindal was opposed to suits against the industry over coastal damage. In a telephone interview, Briggs said Edwards suggested in the May 13 meeting that Louisiana faces spending $100 billion on coastal restoration over the coming decades and that the industry should pay a sizeable amount of that. Briggs said the industry is not interested in settlement talks. “The reality is that we are not in any negotiations,” he said. “We are not even talking about that. The only person talking about that is the governor.”

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Rather than specifics, the study group took a more general approach, suggesting Friday that the talk focus on income taxes and tax credits, and that the sales tax shouldn’t be boosted any further than the current 5 percent rate. Lawmakers just increased the sales tax earlier this year. The group suggested looking at changes to individual and corporate income taxes, including exemptions and deductions; at the tax brackets compared with neighbor-

ing states; and the costs and benefits of tax break programs. It also suggested that the governor and lawmakers consider setting limits on spending and, if revenues from prior tax hikes come in above estimates, steering that money to onetime expenses like debt payments and infrastruc-

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The Grand Isle Speckled Trout Rodeo Board has announced the 20th annual fishing rodeo will be held at Bridge Side Marina Memorial Day weekend on May 27, 28, and 29. To date, The Speckled Trout Rodeo has raised over $125,000 in donations for the community of Grand Isle. The rodeo recently donated funds toward refurbishing and maintaining the flowerbeds around the VA Memorial. Recognizing the needs of new college graduates, the board has set up a Post College Graduate Fund to provide a boost in launching the careers of Grand Isle college graduates.

Entry fee to the rodeo is $25 and includes a rodeo cap. Tickets are available at all Grand Isle Marinas. Weigh station hours are Friday and Saturday from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday from 12-noon to 2 p.m. Saturday night events include a 7 p.m. dinner and dance with music by Velvet Sky. Sunday’s events include a 1 p.m. lunch; 3 p.m. awards, auction, and door prizes. For additional information, visit www.speckledtroutrodeo.com or contact Bridge Side Marina (985)787-2419 or Bob Sevin (985)787-2968.

Cut Off Fishing Club rodeo to be held June 11 Cut Off Fishing Club will host their 12th annual fishing rodeo on Saturday, June 11 at the Cut Off Youth Center. The rodeo is from 12:01 a.m. to 5 p.m., with presentation beginning at 6 p.m. Categories are bull red, rat red, speckled trout, flounder, bull drum, rat

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Carver Meet Daniel White

Daniel White of Boerne, Texas has been carving for three years. His favorite species to carve is the Mallard Duck in a decorative decoy style. Daniel doesn’t sell his creations, but he does enter various shows where he has won numerous first place awards for his carvings. His proudest moments for this young carver is now only bringing home top honors, but also placing in the duck-calling contest at last year’s

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Cajun Heritage Festival. Daniel is part of a group of carvers that promotes Cajun heritage, decoys, carving and keeping the age-old tradition thriving. The group also sponsors the Cajun Heritage Festival, which is entering its 40th year. “Anyone can carve. It’s a lot of fun and everyone should try it,” said the young carver. “You get to meet really interesting and great people.”

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Ninety-year old Adonis Chouest, of Larose, has been gardening most of his life. He is pictured here with his 8.5-foot bell pepper plant he has grown in his backyard since last summer. The plant has been producing for over a year.

On Saturday, April 30, Dakota Loupe, age 8, and his sister, Elliona Guidry, age 2, participated in Lemonade Day, which was an event to teach young children what it’s like to work their own business and earn their own money.

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billion. While the farmers are working the crop, the sugar mills are preparing for this year’s season. Charlie Schudmak, owner of the Cora Texas Manufacturing plant in White Castle, said his mill has been gearing up to see their first sugar cane stalks by end of September. Schudmak said his mill did an expansion in the offseason to handle more production. “We handled about 337 million pounds in 2015,” he said. Louisiana will be one of three states producing sugar cane after this year. Hawaii’s only sugar mill is closing leaving the United State production to Florida, Louisiana and Texas, Waguespack said. LSU AgCenter agricultural economist Kurt Guidry said the acreage planted this year will range between 410,000 to 450,000 acres. “Because we had a mild winter, more cane should be harvested,” said Agriculture and Forestry Commissioner Mike Strain. “The potential is there for an excellent year.” Prices are up somewhat over last year because of shortages in other sugar producing areas because of weather related issues, Strain said. “Therefore, our farmers should get a good return on their investment,” he said.

American Sugar Cane League: 2016 crop shows good potential NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The American Sugar Cane League predicts the 2016 cane crop shows good potential and could pass last year’s 1.4 million tons of raw sugar. Senior Agronomist Herman Waguespack said as the prime sugarcane growing season begins, farmers from central and across south Louisiana report good spring stands of sugar cane despite the abnormally wet winter of 2015. “It was feared the rutted fields created by the 2015 wet harvest conditions would damage cane roots but milder weather allowed farmers to get into the fields to drain water and repair rows,” Waguespack said. “Since sugarcane is a grass and will continue to grow just like a lawn, farmers can often get three or four years’ worth of crops from one planting depending on how vigorously the stubble regrows after the cane has been harvested,” Waguespack said. The majority of acreage planted last season looks exceptionally good for this time of the year, he said. In 2015, Louisiana’s sugar cane farmers harvested more than 380,000 acres of cane which produced 1.4 million tons of raw sugar. The economic impact of the crop was $2

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What graduate doesn’t wish to find a new car with a big bow on top in the driveway? While it would be nice to begin a new phase in life with a fresh set of wheels, many gift-givers tend to lean toward more practical items when buying gifts for recent graduates. Though they might not prove as flashy as a new car, the following gifts can still excite and help students who are going off to work or continuing their educations. • Electronics: Technology changes on a dime, and it benefits graduates to be equipped with the latest gadgets. A new tablet, laptop or desktop computer may make a great gift. If the price tag is a little high, consider pooling resources with other family members or friends and give electronics as a joint gift. • Noise-cancelling headphones: A set of durable headphones to block out ambient noise may be helpful for graduates going on to college or post-graduate work. Grads entering the workforce can enjoy silence or music as they commute to their offices. These headphones also work well on flights, making them ideal gifts for new grads whose first jobs require a lot of travel.

• Home luxuries: Outfit soon-to-be college freshmen with some of the niceties of home. Upgrade dorm furniture with accent pillows or a more comfortable mattress. Put together a luxury gift basket with a high-quality robe, electric razor, spa shampoo, and other toiletries. • Travel tickets: Treat graduates to a trip away from home. Travelers often gain new perspectives and inspiration when visiting a city, state or country for the first time. Travel is good for future entrepreneurs and may help a person stand out in a long list of job applicants. According to Forbes.com, travel can help cultivate relationships outside of one’s existing network and provide ideas from others outside of graduates’ existing personal and professional circles. • New wardrobe: Gift cards to retailers that specialize in business attire often make welcome gifts for new grads. Some students may need to update their wardrobes so they can look more professional on interviews or at school networking functions. • Luggage: A new suitcase or travel bag is quite handy for students studying abroad. Choose durable luggage that can

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Many college students are struggling to graduate without accumulating substantial student loan debt. Data compiled from Market Watch, an economy and investing resource, has found that nearly 70 percent of bachelor’s degree recipients leave school with considerable debt. It’s estimated that America’s student loan debt grows almost $3,000 per second. The Institute for College Access & Success has listed the average American student debt at $29,000. The Canadian Federation of Students lists the average debt at $27,000 for Canadian students. The burden of debt may cause graduates to accept the first job offer that comes along and/or impede their ability to buy houses or make other large purchases. Only about 40 percent of borrowers are paying down their debts after landing a job. Graduates should realize that many loans only have six-month grace periods before repayment begins. Those who feel that student loan repayment may be difficult can speak to a financial advisor to go over loan consolidation, refinancing or extending the repayment period to make monthly payments more manageable.

Decades after WWII death, a soldier comes home REBECCA SANTANA Associated Press

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — More than seven decades after being killed during World War II, Pvt. Earl Joseph Keating finally came home to his native New Orleans after his remains were discovered on the Pacific island where he died in 1942. It’s a journey long in the making. Keating’s nephew, Nadau “du Treil” Michael Keating Jr., was only 6 months old when his 28year-old uncle was killed Dec. 5, 1942. The private died at a place that came to be known as the Huggins Roadblock on the island of New Guinea just north of Australia — part of the bloody campaign to defeat the Japanese in the Pacific theater. But the nephew remembers his grandmother’s message to him when he was just 12 years old and she was on her deathbed. “She said ‘I want you to remember to please find Earl with your Dad. Help your dad find Earl,’” he said. Pvt. Keating was part of a group manning the roadblock when it came under withering attacks by the Japanese. The group repelled the onslaughts but suffered heavy casualties, including Keating and fellow Pvt. John H. Klopp, 25, also of New Orleans. Fellow soldiers buried them together. But for Keating’s mother back home, the loss of one of her three sons never left. She wrote the military repeatedly, beseeching them to find her son’s remains, and the family frequently remembered him in prayers. It wasn’t until decades later that the younger Keating Jr., who lives in Lafayette, Louisiana, was able to answer that death bed request with the help of villagers in Papua New Guinea. A villager out hunting came across the remains of the two men and some personal effects. “He dug around and found a helmet and some artifacts such as the dog tags,” said Tyler Lege, Michael Keating’s young nephew. Word that some remains and effects had been found was eventually

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Some of hi remains were so inte wined with that of his friend, Pvt. Klopp, that they were buried side by side with Klopp’s remains at Arlington National Cemetery in March. The remains that were positively identified as Keating’s are arriving Monday. The family planned an extensive ceremony to honor their long-lost relative. The remains were met at the airport by family and a U.S. military honor guard and transported to the funeral home where an opera singer sang “Amazing Grace.” During the May 28 funeral services, Keating plans to read a letter written by his father to Pvt. Keating; it was never read by the young soldier because he died before it arrived. Instead the letter was stamped “Deceased” and returned to sender. After the funeral service, the soldier’s remains will be driven by the city’s World War II museum where the American flag will be lowered to half-staff and taps sounded before the procession continues to the cemetery.

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Central Lafourche High School commencement May 25 2016 Central Lafourche High School senior class

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South Lafourche High School to hold commencement May 26 South Lafourche High School will be holding their graduation ceremony on Thursday, May 26 at 7 p.m. This year the class colors are royal blue and silver; class flower is white rose; class motto is “Today is the tomorrow that we dreamed about yesterday”; and class song is “We’re All in This Together” by the High School Musical Cast. Listed below are the 2016 South Lafourche High School graduating seniors: Abby Gayle Ables, Dax David Adams, Dylan Michael Adams, Kirsten

Renee Angelette, Kyle Steven Angeron, Joel Michael Arceneaux, Chelsey Marie Autin, Eli Justin Autin, Barbara Thi Bach, Johnnie Lynn Barbier, Jake Dylan Barrios, Jacie Beth Barthelemy, Cassie Lynn Basulito, Meghann Michaela Baudoin, Eloy Eliseo Bermudez, Brennon Jacob Bernard, Anthony Aaron Billiot, Dante Michael Henry Billiot, Erika Lynn Billiot, Gestine Nicole Billiot, Tatum Michelle Billiot, Trey Austin Bonin, Kasey Lynn Boudoin, Jamie Claire Boudreaux, Lindsey Marie

Congratulations Rylie and Karsen on your Pre-K Graduation Love, Your Best Cousin

Brooklyn and all your families and friends

Boudreaux, Zachary Thomas Boudreaux, Lance Adam Bouffanie, Laney Michelle Boura, Destiny Helen Bouvier, James Paul Bouvier, Jordan Joseph Brantley, Zachary Jacob Breaux, Bryant Kye Bruce, Destiny Miriah Bruce, Jonathan David Bruce, Korik James Bruce, Darrell Jeramiah Brumfield, Brinkley Julie Callais, Cieralyn Marie Callais, Dylan Matthew Callais, Macy Renee’ Callais, Hailey Ann Chabert, Andree’ Michelle Champagne, Renee’ Samantha Champagne, Breigh Elizabeth Cheramie, Brody John Cheramie, Cana Janea Cheramie, Jade Mark Cheramie, James-George Clarence Cheramie, Jean Paul James Cheramie, Jenna Lynn Cheramie, Justen Tyler Cheramie, Natalie Nicole Cheramie, Britlynn Claire Chiasson, Skyla Rene Chiasson, Kobe Joseph Chouest, Jane Olivia Collins, Alexander May Correa, Adrian Paul Coupel, Alyssa Antoinette Curole, Cameron Lee Curole, Harlee Lynn Curole, Alec Paul Danos, Lisa Lee Danos, Macie Ann Danos, Mary Elizabeth Danos, Megan Renee Danos, Paul Joseph Danos, Brooke Renee Dantin, Millie Ann Dantin, Taylah Renee Dantin, Jacquelyn Celeste Dardar,

Wednesday, May 25, 2016 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

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South Lafourche High School graduates exit Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church in Golden Meadow last Thursday after their graduation mass. A group shot of the graduates was not available as of press time Tuesday. Briane Oterial Degree, Bryanna Rose Delatte, Dustin Anthony Delatte, Bregan Nicol Dewey, Blake Matthew Diaz, Breana Dion Dillon, Shakerrin Olajuwon Dillon, Bonnie Marie Domingue, Jared Craig Domingue, Kayne Michael Dore’, William Daniel Dorr, Emily Nicole Doucet, Carley Teresa Duet, Chrisopher Jean Duet, Kyle John Duet, Adam John Dufrene, Alisa Claire Eymard, Bailey Earl Eymard, Kaitlyn Elizabeth Eymard,

Madalyn Claire Eymard, Marcel Robert Eymard, Jie Lanae Ezell, Jack Ryan Falgout, Jules Joseph Fanguy, Deidra Marie Felarise, Koby Neal Felton, Erica Marie Foret, Kyra Nicole Franklin, Dakota Lee Fullilove, See SLHS Page 4-B

Congratulations to the C lass of 2015 Auto Insurance Liability Insurance Home Insurance Flood Insurance Commercial Insurance

Le Blanc Insurance Agency, Inc. 11884 Louisiana 308 Larose, LA 70373 • (985) 693-4900

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6 1 20 SCHOLARS We salute you for your hard work & dedication to your education!

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SOUTH LAFOURCHE SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS

Emily Doucet $3,000, Yen Abbey Tran $6,000, Kelsey Zeringue $3,000, Cassandra Izaguirre $6,000, & Carley Duet $6,000 Also pictured: Peter Louviere, CFO

Contributing to the future of our community through Academic Excellence

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SLHS

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Briana Claire Galiano, Santiago Kenickie Garcia, Allison Renee’ Gaubert, Angel Gabriel Gonzalez, Lucas Josh Gonzalez, Chelsey Michelle Green, Daniel Joseph Griffin, Devin Marie Griffin, Jay Joseph Griffin, Justin Paul Griffin, Sabrina Marie Griffin, Al Joseph Guidry, Carly Marie Guidry, Luke Simon Guidry, Madeline Claire Guidry, Caroline Rose Guilbeau, Amy Sue Hartman, Gage Michael Hayes, Devon Joseph Hebert, Mark Fallon Hebert, Samantha Grace Hebert, Austin Mitchell Hohensee, Kirsten Marie Hornback, Kimberly Hu, Rage Michael Hunter, Cassandra Rose Izaguirre, Jacob Paul Jackson, Jacob Michael Jarreau, Jerae’ Adia Jarreau, Hanna Michelle Johnson, Savannah Rae Jones, Makayla Lynn Kern, Blayne Joseph Kiff, Dylan Joseph Killian, Jordan Patrick Krum, Desi Lanee Lagarde, Hayden Matt Lasseigne,

Paxton Phillip Leblanc, Maria Katherine Ledet, Brannon Joseph Lee, Carley Lynn Lee, Janee’ Nicole Lee, Angelique Christen Legendre, Harley Gabrielle Leger, Dominick Paul Lerille, Demi Marie Lombas, Nikali Pierce Lombas, Claire Elizabeth Lovell, Irma Jessica Lozano, Larry Glenn Mack, Victoria Leon Mack, Ederlin Macuil-Alameda, Hayden Michael Martin, Hunter Gregory Martin, Jade Michael Martin, Stephen Troy Martin, Clay Michael Matherne, Josie Elaine Matherne, Raymond Leonard Matherne, Randee Ruth Mcdonald, Danielle Marie Melancon, Pearl Theresa Mobley, Kamie Louise Moffett, Alyssa Michele Morales, Alex Michael Moreno, Kaelyn Maria Musgrave, Scarlett Catherine Nannie, Jean Baptise Naquin, Madison Taylor Naquin, Duy Quoc Nguyen, Carly Nicole Ordoyne, Hannah Elizabeth Orgeron, Jacee Rose Orgeron, Ty Anthony Orgeron, Nykalys Javier Pasache, Alton Varonte Payne, Rilan Margaret Percle, Brannon John Perrin,

Jude Simon Pierce, Rebekah Jane Pierce, Katie Lyn Pinell, Bret Michael Pitre, Lenna Michelle Pitre, Tyler James Pitre, Brooke Nicole Plaisance, Tylen Joseph Plaisance, Eber Obed Portillo, Anthony Joseph Prest, Trevor Michael Rebstock, Joseph Gerald Reffett, Louis Cervando Reyes, Logan Severin Richardelle, Taylor Renee Richoux, Sam Lawrence Robichaux, Jeremy James Rodrigue, Corey James Rogers, Lysandra Rose Rosenberger, Danielle Nila Rousse, Delea Renee Rousse, Thomas Jude Rousse, Derris Ray Schexnayder, Bailey Yvonne Sepulvado, Isaac James Serigny, Trake Lee Francis Shicksnider, Victoria Elizabeth Shroyer, Matthew Simon Smith, Morgan Renee Soileau, Ryan Joseph Solar, Joshua John Taylor, Henri Donate Terrebonne, Trey Michael Terrebonne, Emmelyn Rei Thibodaux, Kaylie Elizabeth Thibodaux, Veronica Almaraz Torres, Taylor Jane Toups, Yen Abbey Tran, Alex Louis Vedros, Chaz Michael Verdin, Renee Odille Viator, Mariah Marie Vizier, Sebastian Mignon Vizier, Brandon Michael Whitney, Beau Michael Williams, and Kelsey Ann Zeringue.

Local LSU students receive honors LSU has announced the names of the students who have made the Dean’s List and the President’s Honor Roll for the spring 2016 semester. Undergraduate students enrolled in at least 15 credit hours who earned grade-point averages of 4.0 or higher during the semester are listed on the President’s Honor Roll. Local students are: College of Agriculture, Nicholas Joseph Adams, Gheens and Daniel Paul Moreno, Raceland; College of Art and Design, Renzi James Terrebonne, Cut Off; College of Engineering, Andrew Joseph Badeaux, Raceland; College of Humanities and Social Sciences, Jennifer Bich Thao Le, Cut Off; College of Science, Hassan Qaseem Nawaz, Raceland; E.J. Ourso College of Business, Derek Paul Knight, Raceland. Undergraduate students who earned gradepoint averages of 3.5 to 3.9 in at least 15 credit hours are listed on the Dean’s List. Local students are:

College of Agriculture, Kelsey Lynn Dempster, Raceland and Chasey Dale Matherne, Larose; College of Engineering, Kyle John Sarre, Raceland; College of Humanities and Social Sciences, Alison Anne Schreckengast, Raceland;

University College Center for Advising and Counseling, Derek Patrick Brondum, Raceland. Leadership LSU

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Best Wishes for Every Success to the South Lafourche and Grand Isle High Schools

Class of 2016

Congratulations to the 2016 South Lafourche Bank Scholarship Winners Laney Boura and Kaleb Bradberry!

Today. Tomorrow. Together.

Visit us online at www.slbank.com. MAIN OFFICE 13226 West Main Telephone: 985.693.3174

CUT OFF BRANCH 15069 East Main Telephone: 985.632.6522

GALLIANO BRANCH 16582 West Main Telephone: 985.632.3592

GOLDEN MEADOW BRANCH 20658 Highway 1 Telephone: 985.475.6500

NORTH LAROSE BRANCH 10960 Highway 1 Telephone: 985.532.8342

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an annual spring program, on Saturday, April 23, in the LSU Student Union Royal Cotillion Ballroom. Members of the Leadership LSU Class of 2016 include Ali Schreckengast, Raceland, a psychology and English double major.

Wednesday, May 25, 2016 THE LAFOURCHE PARISH

LSU Recognizes 64 University Medalists Sixty-four LSU seniors received University Medals for graduating with the highest undergraduate grade point averages as part of LSU’s 289th commencement exercises on Friday, May 13. The medalists were recognized and received their medals during each college’s diploma ceremony. One Local, Nicholas Joseph Adams, of Gheens, College of Agriculture received a University Medal.

Pictured is South Lafourche High School Senior, Nikali Lombas, receiving the Coach Ralph Pere’ Memorial Scholarship.

LSU Health Shreveport LSU Health Shreveport will award degrees to an expected 188 students from all three of its schools during commencement exercises Saturday, May 28. Local students graduating are Aubrey John Orgeron, III, of Larose, School of Medicine; and Kate Louise Hotard, of Mathews, School of Medicine.

Janee’ Lee was the recipient of the 2016 Alstarz Cheerleading Academy Scholarship, which was awarded at their annual fishing rodeo held on May 21st in Fourchon. Janee’ plans on attending Nicholls State University in the fall and majoring in Education. She is the daughter of Troy and Nena Lee of Larose Picture with Janee’ are Tony and Crystal Green, owners of Alstarz Cheering Academy.

Attached is the picture of SLHS Prom 2016 King and Queen, Kelsey Zeringue and Zachary Breaux.

Pictured is South Lafourche High School Senior, Makayla Kern, receiving the Faron Chaisson Memorial scholarship for 2016.

Congratulations,

Kyle Angeron

SLHS Graduate 2016 Love, Family and Friends

Grand Isle Class of 2016

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Pictured is the 2016 Grand Isle High School senior class: Top left to right: Toni Gerhauser, Kaleb Bradberry, Robyn Hickox, Austin Adam and Cyrus Billiot; bottom left to right: Tanna Danos, Haley Howell; not pictured is Hector Maldonado. Grand Isle will hold commencement on Sunday, May 29 at 1:00 p.m. in the school gym.

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Wednesday, May 25, 2016 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

HOMES

House For Sale in Cut Off. Nice 3 br, 1 ba. $58,000, $10,000 below appraisal. Call 985-691-1367, leave voice mail. _________________ House For Sale: 802 West 11 St., Larose. 4 bedroom; 2.5 bath; partially furnished; 4,000 sq.ft.; 2 car garage; large shed; asking $175,000 OBO. Call 985-6378797 or 985-6938131. _________________ Home For Sale: 143 East 29th St., Cut Off. 4,000 sq.ft. 3 bedroom; 2.5 bath; built in pool. $348,000. Can be seen on zillow.com with Larose zip code, 70373. Call (985) 6771679. _________________ For Sale: 2 bedroom, 2 bath trailer. Sits on private lot in Larose. $45,000. Call 6911367 and leave voicemail. _________________ Home For Sale/ Rent/ Lease to Own: 3 bed., 2 ba., 2000 sq.ft. in Cut Off. Partially furnished. $1200 per month to rent; $155,000 to buy. Call 985-677-1149. _________________ House to be moved or torn down for materials. Call 985-6378198 or 985-258-5775. _________________ Larose- New Construction- Low Down Payment- Owner financing available- 2 bedroom, 1 bath- appliances- lot 80x80. 985-264-6200 or 985396-3000. _________________ House For Sale with Bayou side Property: 3 bd., 1 ba., office, 2 car garage, 1750 sq.ft., huge partially fenced yard, 125’x288’. 14617 East Main, Cut Off. 985691-9475. _________________

LAND

Land For Sale: 630’x100’. Down West 164th St. Unrestricted and undeveloped. Borders 40 arpent canal. Great for crawfish pond or investment opportunities. Asking $25,000. Call 985-696-7912, leave message. _________________

Commercial Property For Sale: Located at 16849 East Main in Cut Off. Bayouside property with dock also included. Asking $120,000 (well below appraisal price). Call 985-6325858, ask for Russell or Tommy Plaisance. _________________

BUSINESSES

Restaurant Building For Lease: Great location/move in ready, 13025 Hwy. 1, Larose. Fully equipped/addt’l b-b-q room attached. Approx. 3,000 sq ft., $3000/mth, $1000/ dep. Serious inquiries only. Call 985-6657375. _________________

FOR RENT

House For Rent: 3 bd., 2 ba. partly furnished in Golden Meadow. $1150/mth., $1150/dep. Please call 985-691-3780 for application. No pets. _________________ Trailer/ House For Rent: 1 Year lease. 2 bedroom; 2 bath; unfurnished; no pets; no smoking; West 136th St. $700/mth; $700/dep. Call 985258-6277. _________________ Apts. For Rent: Call 985-677-4533. _________________

FOR RENT 1 bd., 2 bd., 3 bd., mobile homes. Cemented camper spots. day-weekmonth. Nice quiet neighborhood. Long term discounts. Rent starts at $300/mth. Laundromat on site24/7-7days a week. Utility included in rent.Store on site. Fish cleaning station coming. Perfect for individuals, families, companies, fisherman. Come be another one of our satisfied customers. Call 985-637-4133, asks for Tommy. We appreciate our customers and it shows!

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

Buying? Selling? Call Me!

Angela Gisclair, Realtor

985-691-3773

MLS# 121043: Looking at all offers- motivated seller. This 1500 square foot home has everything you want and more. The home has 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. The large, spacious master bedroom offers a large walk-in closet that leads to a spacious bathroom with a jetted tub and separate shower. The second full bathroom has a tub/shower combo. There is a bonus room that you may want to be playroom, office, or multi-purpose room. This bonus room can also be converted into a FOURTH bedroom with minimal work. White cabinets in the kitchen offers all the storage you need. Most appliances will stay. The back yard is fenced in and provides all the privacy you need. This may be your PERFECT house! $130,000

2 Bedroom Apt for Rent in Gheens: Call 985-532-6755. _________________ House For Rent: 4 bd., 2 full baths in Galliano. $1500/mth plus deposit. Available June 1. For applications call, 985-2587072. _________________ House For Rent: 2 bedroom, 1 bath, stove, central heat, AC, quiet neighborhood. No pets. No smoking. $550 /month, $550/security deposit. Must sign 6 month lease. Located on Hwy 1, Galliano. FMI Call 985-6960229. _________________ Quiet Place/ Quiet Person! Trailer for Rent: Single person; no pets; no children. 1 bedroom, 1 bath, furnished. $650/mth., $500/dep. Utilities/ cable included. Call 985-691-3104 for application. ONLY QUIET/ CLEAN PEOPLE APPLY PLEASE! _________________ For Rent: 2 bd., 2 ba., Trailer in Larose. Sits on private lot in quiet neighborhood. $750 /mth. Call 985-6911367, leave voicemail. _________________ House For Rent: 2 or 3 bedroom; 2 baths; 1 foyer or office room; all major appliances included; 10 ft. ceilings; 2 antique brick porches; high efficiency A/C; clean and quiet; shed available; no smoking; no indoor pets; $1,000 per month. Taking applications. Call 985-2588736. _________________ For Rent: 3 bd., 1.5 ba., executive style home with cathedral ceilings; large porch; near G.M. Upper (153 Nichols St.); wood floors; dishwasher; fridge; oven. $1,100/mth., $1,100/ dep. Call 232-1948. _________________ New Luxury Condos For Rent in Thibodaux, 2 br, 2 ba, with all appl. provided. Quality units at best rates in town. Call 985-859-5983 for pricing and availability. _________________ Apts. For Rent in Larose: 2 br, 1 ba, $750/mth, $750/security dep., no pets, no smoking (no exceptions). FMI call 985537-3567. _________________

FOR SALE: Texas Hold ‘Em Poker Table $150 obo 985-805-0819

For Rent: 2 bd., 1 ba. home. Open kitchen/ dining area. Updated and ready to move in. Ideal location- Larose location. $850/ mth.; $600/ dep. Call 985693-6510 FMI. _________________

Large 2BR, 1 ba. apt. for rent: Units have washer / dryer, range, fridge, microwave and dishwasher. Pets welcome. To see pics go to www.coteblancheapartments.com. One unfurnished unit available for $850/mo. with $750/dep. and one furnished unit available for $1250/mo. with $750/dep. Includes utilities, cable & wifi. Call Bill at 985-3255626. _________________

Studio Cottage For Rent: single occupancy (1 person); $600/mth; $300/damage deposit; all utilities paid; lawn service provided; private laundry mat on site; located in Larose. 985-665-9618 or 985859-3953. _________________ Unfurnished Apartment For Rent: Two bedroom; 1 bath; Cut Off area. Includes stove, fridge, and water paid. $600/mth., $500 dep. No pets. Taking applications. Call 985-632-6845. _________________ Newly built apartments for rent: 2BR, all new appliances, w/d, quiet neighborhood, lots of land. $675/mo and $675/dep. FMI call Dustin at 985-2587638. _________________

A charming apt. overlooking Bayou Lafourche for rent: 2 bd; partly furnished, including washer & dryer; total electric; water paid; utility shed; $650/mth., $500 security deposit. Located off LA 1 at 505 North Bayou Dr. Golden Meadow. Call (985) 209-0026. _________________ One Bedroom, One Bath House For Rent: Washer/ dryer/ stove; all utilities and lawn care provided by landlord; Larose area; $750 a month, $750 damage deposit. Call (985) 632-6549 or (985) 665-0936, leave a CLEAR number to call. No texting. _________________ For Rent: 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment on HWY 3235 in Golden Meadow. Offering appliances, washer and dryer. Water is included. Six month lease required then month to month afterwards. $625/month; $625/deposit. FMI Call 985-798-7433 or 985-637-6258. _________________

985-691-3873 Since 1916

Addy Legendre, Realtor 200 Hwy. 3161 Suite #1, Cut Off | 985-325-7107

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY

MLS 117739: Located on East Main St. in Cut Off, this commercial building was totally renovated in 2013 to include ceramic flooring, full kitchen and a bath and a half. It’s walk in ready. Exterior made of pre-engineered steel and is situated on a concrete slab. Includes all furniture and fixtures with full price offer. Owners will consider leasing property. $260,000.

Call for a showing! 200 Hwy. 3161 Suite #1, Cut Off | 985-325-7107 Since 1916

9400sqft Home For Sale in Cut Off

This 4BR, 4ba. home is immaculately styled and designed. Lots of gorgeous furniture and most appliances stay. It includes a huge fenced in yard, in-ground pool, landscaped lights, security lighting, a huge barn with several car spaces as well as a motor home space with an RV washing area, walk-in fridge, workshop and much more.

$1,360,000

Call Addy Legendre or Lisa Plaisance for a showing!

985-691-3873 985-691-4947 Since 1916

200 Hwy. 3161 Suite #1, Cut Off 985-325-7107

MLS 114683: Located on Hwy. 308 in Golden Meadow, this 3,925 sqft steel warehouse is situated on an 86’x165’ lot. Property includes bulkhead, inside storage, living space and a marine dock. The property has plenty of parking and a 40x25 covered parking area. It also has a bayouside with a new dock for loading and unloading boats. $95,000. MLS 116370: A 16,186 sqft. pre-engineered steel building rated for 150mph winds includes a 5,000 sqft freezer used to store up to 1.5 million pounds of frozen seafood, a generator and all equipment in the building. There is also a loading dock, plenty parking and a huge warehouse. $1,250,000.

MLS 116383: This 4,093 sqft bunk house located on Hwy. 1 in Golden Meadow sits on a 266’X841’ tract of land. The property is located north of the flood gates and was originally constructed as a church then later converted into a bunk house. The interior was redesigned to create 10 bedrooms, a men’s bathroom and 3 showers, a woman’s bath, a dining hall, living room and kitchen, a laundry and storage room. Could easily be converted into an office building. $500,000. MLS 116384: This facility was originally used as a paper mill and is currently being used as storage. It has 188.894 sqft and 18 buildings. It also has 300,000 sqft of limestone stabalization, 125,000 sqft of concrete parking and 5900 ft of chain link fencing. There is a total of 42 acres, bayouside, road frontage on Hwy. 308, a gurest house, plenty room for expansion or rentals. Site can accommodate almost any typre of enterprise, whether light or heavy. $3,200,000.

LAND

MLS 112501: 5-10 acres of property located in Cut Off on Hwy. 3235. $100,000.

RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY

MLS 121017: This charming cottage in Galliano includes bayouside property and a totally renovated interior. It has blown-in insulation, new floors, new lighting fixtures, fresh paint, a new kitchen that offers a farm sink, stainless appliances, new cabinetry and new counter tops. A new adition includes a family room and office. The master bath features a soaking tub and separate shower. The home has an attic fan as well as a covered porch at 2 of the 3 entrances. The yard is fenced and shady and the list goes on! $139,800 MLS 120782: This 9400 sqft., 4BR, 4ba. home in Cut Off is immaculately styled and designed. Lots of gorgeous furniture and most appliances to stay. It includes a huge fenced yard, in-ground pool, landscaped lights, security lighting, a huge barn with several car spaces as well as a motor home space with an RV washing area, walk-in fridge, workshop and much more. $1,360,000

3 Bedroom Mobile Home For Rent: 1 bath, washer/dryer, pets welcomed. $950/month, lights and water bill included. $600/deposit. Call 985-278-0122. _________________ Apartment For rent: 2 bd., 1 ba. Located at 102 West 4th St., Westside Apts., Apt. 4 is available for $675/ mth., $600 damage deposit. By application only. Call 985691-3104. _________________ For Rent: 2 bd., 1 ba. $700/mth. $500/dep. Galliano area. Next to Lady of the Sea. 985677-0915. _________________ REDUCED! For Rent: 3 bd., 1 ba., large yard, shed, carport, central A/C. Golden Meadow. Newly renovated house. Wood floors. Appliances included. 114 Pierce St. in Golden Meadow. Great neighborhood. $950/ mth., $950/ dep. Call 985-2321948. _________________ Trailer For Rent: 3 bd., 2 ba. in Golden Meadow. Private street. 985-677-1155. _________________

MERCHANDISE

55 Gallon Food Grade Plastic Drums with lids for sale. Please call (985) 291-1329 for more information. _________________ 4-Wheeler For Sale: 2006 Yamaha Big Bear 400; front winch; rear rack; 802 miles; very good shape; $2,700. Call 985-6880584. _________________ Merchandise For Sale: Antique wooden rocking chairs, $75; sofa, love seat and end table, like new, $300; 14 ft. 100 year old church pew, $250; full size mattress and box spring, $30; queen size mattress and box spring, $30. Call 985-693-8842 FMI. _________________ Sacred Heart Cemetery Mausoleum Crypt for Sale: $6,500. Call 985-6911758. _________________

MOTORCYCLES

2003 100 year Anniversary Harley Davidson Ultra Glide. Only 6,000 miles. Garage and bubble kept. $16,000. Silver and black. All accessories and 2 helmets included. Call 985-637-7925. _________________

GARAGE SALES

Garage Sale: 197 East 54th St., Cut Off. Wednesday and Thursday, May 25 and 26 from 8am to 6pm. Furniture, lots of jewelry, clothes and purses, lots of knick knacks, so much stuff. It looks like a flea market. _________________

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11th Annual Island Wide Garage Sale and Craft Show Saturday, May 28 in Grand Isle. Garage sale participants, and craft vendors needed. For more information, call 225-975-9093. _________________ Garage Sale: Thursday and Friday, May 26 and 27 at 237 Green Acres Street in Larose, next to North Larose Lower Elementary. Stroller, Chaise, etc. _________________ Garage Sale: Thursday, May 26 from 7am to 1pm at 200 East 30th St., Cut Off. Adult and child clothes, baby items, toys, furniture, household items. _________________ Garage Sale: 185 East 74th Place. Thursday, Friday and Saturday, May 26, 27, and 28. Children Nike tennis shoes, furniture, clocks, swimming pools, gardening items, quality luggage, men, women, children and infants clothing, patio furniture, frangrances, jewelry, toys, comforters and sheets, and lots of misc! _________________ Garage Sale: 111 East 52nd St., Cut Off. Thursday, May 26. Baby items, coffee table, $20, craft making and sewing items, material, and knick knacks. _________________ Indoor Garage sale: Thursday and Friday, May 26 and 27 from 8am –till. East 12 St., Larose. _________________

HELP WANTED

Coastal Janitorial Services is now hiring! Cleaning ladies needed 5 days a week. Call 632-5791. _________________ Lafourche Arc is looking for energetic, compassionate individuals to work flexible hrs. and days w / individuals w / disabilities who live in the lower Lafourche area. Assistance with transportation, personal hygiene & household tasks is needed. Agency will train. High school diploma, GED or 5 yrs paid related exp. required. Scheduling flexibility required. FMI contact Meka Williams at 985447-6214 ext. 120 or Gina Gaudet at ext. 115. Applications may be completed at Lafourche Arc, 100 W. Main St., Thibodaux. EOE, M/F/V/H. _________________ Southern Guard Service, Inc. is now accepting applications for Security Guard positions. Apply at 109 W. 12th St., Larose. Call 985-6934316. _________________ Seeking: Part time sitter for 100% complete care for a quadriplegic. 19.5 hours a week in Lockport. Must be a pet-friendly person. Serious inquiries only. Call 985532-0704. _________________

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

Call Linda or Penny for details:

448-7623

CROSBY TUGS LLC Accepting Applications for

TANKERMAN - PIC (Barges)

Full Time Positions Must have TWIC Card Crosby Tugs, LLC offers a competitive benefits package that includes: Excellent Pay, 401K, Bonuses, Health, Life, Dental, Disability & Cancer Insurances

Apply in person at: 17771 Hwy. 3235 Galliano, LA 70354 (985) 632-7575 Equal Opportunity Employer

Clerical / Sales Person needed for an insurance agency in the South / Central area. Send resume to Help Wanted at P.O. Box 190, Larose, LA 70373. _________________ Galliano Truck Plaza and Casino, LLP now hiring cashiers. Apply within store. Must be able to work all shifts. Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen. 985-3254445. _________________ Manufacturing/ Tooling Engineer Thibodaux, LA. Job Duties: Designing and detailing welded assemblies; Manufacturing engineering analysis with basic understanding of integrated mechanical engineering processes; Change management and workflow tracking; Facilitating change meeting and communicating with crossfunctional teams to implement product changes; Supporting experimental builds by processing part orders and initiating product procurement on the shop floor; and Participating in Continuous Improvement activities associated with the whole good manufacturing processes and improving quality, delivery, efficiency and safety within the processes. Job Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and 2 years of experience as a Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineer designing and building fixtures, and creating 3D models and related 2D drawings of parts and assemblies. 1 year of experience using Pro/E and GD&T. Qualified applicants may apply for this position with Entegee, Inc. by submitting resumes to Tripp.Brendle @adeccona.com. _________________

SERVICES

Double J Roofing Specializing in reroofs, metal roofs, aluminum roofs and patio enclosures and rapairs also. 20 year experience and doing business in all parishes. Get the best for less! One call, we do it all. Free estimates and senior discounts. Financing available. Call 985722-6129 _________________ Megan’s Cleaning Services If you need reliable, honest and dependable cleaning service, call Megan at (985) 258-8830 for pricing details. _________________ Gammie’s Poboy is now Open! At 17628 Hwy 3235, Galliano, LA 70354, next to Bluewater Rubber and Gasket. Open from 10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.; 7 days a week. _________________ Express Limestone We handle limestone, sand and dirt. No job too small. Driveways and yard friendly. We cal also spread what we dump with our tractor. Call 985-6771196. _________________ Tony’s Carpentry Friendly service. Honest trademan. 15 years experience. Need carpentry, plumbing, painting and pressure washing? Call 985-2787188, ask for Tony. Blessings. _________________ 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. _________________ Concrete Work Forming, pouring & finishing – houses, buildings, driveways, patios, walkways, etc. Call Glenn Hughes, Jr at 985-209-5552. _________________

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

www.thelafourchegazette.com Kerry Chiasson Carpentry For all your carpentry needs. Call 985-6376279. _________________ Swimming Lessons Teacher certifies in lifesaving and swimming. Years of experience dealing with children of all levels of swimming, including beginners. Children must be potty trained. Heated pool. Summer sessionslessons taught morning or afternoon during June and July. Classes for adult ladies are also offered. FMI Call Mona at 985-6960229. _________________ Curry’s Tree Service Tree cutting and trimming. Any size. Reasonable rates. Free estimates. Licensed. Call 985-258-0465. _________________ 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. _________________ Need Pressure Washing Call DB Extreme Cleaning, LCC at 985-278-9583 or 985-278-7394. _________________ Summer Tutoring Certified teacher. Bachelor’s degree in education. 17 plus years experience. Located in Golden Meadow. $125 for 10 one hour sessions. (985) 665-8104. _________________ LABOVE PLUMBING Professional Plumbing Service. Gas, water, sewer. Ask about our payment options. 16844 West Main St., Cut Off, LA 70345. LMP 7038. Call 985-991-1881. _________________ Curry’s Painting Service New construction, remodels, interior- exterior, pressure washing, shingle roofing, new & repair. Experienced. Call 985-258-0465 or 985258-6414. _________________ Baby Sitter: Opening for 2 children, age’s infant to school age. Call 985-696-1984, ask for Lee. _________________

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. _________________ Dog Grooming at Pitre’s Feed & Seed. Call JoAnn Pitre at 696-2321. _________________ Can Do Brick, Block & Stone Work. Call for free estimates. Keith Thayer at 985-637-3569. _________________ Cajun Roofing & Carpentry, LLC Best Prices on the Bayou. Sha! I Guarantee! Metal, shingle and patch jobs, vinyl siding, cement board siding, painting, pressure washing, remodeling, wood, ceramic & laminate floors, cabinets, windows, doors, porches, decks, patios, custom shutters, additions, new construction and more! Metal roof prices that can’t be beat. No job too big or too small. 20 yrs. exp. Free estimate. Call Curtis at 985-397-6254 or email curtisorgeron @gmail.com _________________

NOTICES

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

PETS

Boxer Pups for Sale: 7 weeks old. 3 males. 4 females. $200 each. Call 985-637-7922. _________________ Miniature Schnauzer Puppies for Sale: 2 females. Also, 23-gallon fish aquarium with all accessories for sale. Call 985-6776282. _________________

Free Pick Up For Old / Junk Cars

Cash Paid for Junk Cars Dead or Alive!

985-637-0164 Call Brad Watson

K-Mar Supply in Cut Off

STORE MANAGER is now accepting applications for a Full Time

Male or Female

Candidate must be a fast learner, can multi-task and self-motivated. Must have a valid driver’s license and must meet TWIC Card requirements. Some transportation available (to and from work)

Apply in person at 654 A.O. Rappelet Rd., Fourchon (NAPA, Next Door to Truck Stop) No Phone Calls Please! Must Speak English!

CROSBY TUGS LLC Accepting Applications for

QHSE Superintendent Full Time Position

Crosby Dredging & Construction is looking for a QHSE Superintendent for its construction business. The ideal candidate must have a strong working knowledge of OSHA construction and DOT Pipeline Regulations. This position will work both in the field as well as the office. Working knowledge of Veriforce & ISNetworld programs is a plus. 5 to 10 plus years of experience in the pipeline/construction HSE field is required. Applications can be found online at

www.crosbytugs.com

or can be filled out at our main office.

17771 Hwy. 3235 Galliano, LA 70354 (985) 632-7575

Crosby Tugs, LLC offers a competitive benefits package that includes: Excellent Pay, 401K, Bonuses, Health, Life, Dental, Disability & Cancer Insurances Equal Opportunity Employer

Wednesday, May 25, 2016 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

Click It or Ticket campaign to run through early June Local libraries to offer various

OBITUARIES

The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office will join other local law enforcement agencies in participating in the Click-It or Ticket campaign, which runs from May 23 through June 5. The campaign is coordinated and funded by the National Highway Traf-

EARLINE GAUDET

Earline Dufrene Gaudet, 85, a native of Des Allemands and resident of Raceland passed away on May 21, 2016. Visitation will take place on Thursday, May 26 at St. Hilary of Poitiers Catholic Church from 9 a.m. until service time. Funeral Mass will begin at 11 a.m. with burial following in the church cemetery. Earline is survived by her son, Kent J. Gaudet (Brenda); daughters, Charmaine G. Brown (Dr. Steve), Carmen G. Griffin (Tilman), Rhonda G. Adams (Morgan), and Marcia G. Grabert (Patrick); 17 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren; and brother, Roland Dufrene. Mrs. Gaudet was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Floyd J. Gaudet; parents, Albert and Josephine Touchard Dufrene; and brother, Terry Dufrene. Earline was a member of the St. Hilary of Poitiers Ladies Altar Society, a Eucharistic Minister for the home bound, and a former Pink Lady at St. Anne Hospital. She enjoyed playing cards with her friends and traveling, and her greatest joy was her family. We are forever blessed, you fought the good fight- fly high Sweet Mom/Granny- we will miss you until we meet again! In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to St. Hilary of Poitiers or the Bayou Bell Ringers in the name of Earline Gaudet. ___________________

Confession

A priest was called away for an emergency. Not wanting to leave the confessional unmanned, he called a rabbi friend up and asked him to cover for him. The rabbi told him he wouldn’t know what to say, but the priest told him to come on over and he’d stay with him and show him what to do. The rabbi comes and he and the priest are in the confessional. In a few minutes a woman comes in and says “Father forgive me for I have sinned.” The priest asks, “What did you do?” The woman says, “I committed adultery.” Priest: “How many times?” Woman: “Three times.” Priest: “Say two Hail Mary’s, put $5 in the box and go and sin no more.” A few minutes later an-

Arrest reports

The following information is based on reports from the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office. Those individuals have been booked with, not convicted of, the offenses shown. All accused should be presumed innocent until proven guilty.

Grand Isle Police Department APRIL 22, 2016 Omri Rabon, 25, Grand Isle. Jefferson Parish warrants (2 cts.); transported to Jefferson Parish Correctional Center. APRIL 24, 2016 Ronald Theriot, 46, New Iberia. Attachment for failure to appear. APRIL 29, 2016 Tyler Davis, 18, Denham Springs. Disturbing the peace by intoxication. Daryl Young, 23, Denham Springs. Disturbing the peace by intoxication.

LAFOURCHE PARISH GOVERNMENT BOARD & COMMISSION VACANCIES 1

Qualified voter residing in the boundaries of Bayou Blue Fire Protection District

1

Resident or Representative for a corporation owning land within Drainage No. 6 district

Fifth Ward Gravity Drainage District No. 5

4

Property owner or representative of a corporation owning land in Ward 5

Fire Protection District No. 3

1

Property taxpayer residing in the boundaries of Fire Protection No. 3 district

Fire Protection District No. 8-A

1

Property taxpayer residing in the boundaries of Fire Protection No.8-A district

Fire Protection District No. 9

1

Property taxpayer residing in the boundaries of Fire Protection No.9 district

Head Start Policy Council

3

Lafourche Parish resident who is familiar with resources and services for low-income children and families

Heroes Monument Commission

1

Commission Police Officer employed for a minimum of 5 years, qualified voter domiciled outside of Ward 10

Heroes Monument Commission

2

Fireman that has served for a minimum of 5 years, qualified voter domiciled outside of Ward 10

Heroes Monument Commission

1

Discharged Veteran of a branch of the U.S. Armed Forces and qualified voter domiciled outside of Ward 10

Hospital Service District No. 1

1

Qualified Voter residing in the boundaries of Hospital Service District No. 1

Lafourche Parish Youth Council

6

High School Student between the ages of 15-18 residing in one of the following Council District’s listed: 1, 2,3,5,8 & 9

Sewerage District No. 1

2

Resident residing in the boundaries of Sewerage No. 1 district

South Lafourche Beachfront Development District

1

Qualified voter and resident of District 1,2,3, or 4

South Lafourche Beachfront Development District

1

Qualified voter and resident of District 5,6, or 7

Drainage District No. 6

fic Safety Administration and the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission. Additional deputies will be assigned to saturated patrol efforts, and there will be multiple checkpoints held in conjunction with the campaign. Seat belt

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

MICHAEL HENDRIX Michael “Terry” Hendrix died peacefully in his home in Larose, on May 21, 2016, at 3:17 p.m. at the age of 60. A casual visitation was held at the KC Hall in Larose on Tuesday, May 24, from 5:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. He is survived by his wife, Rene Hendrix; daughter, Ashley Boudreaux; son, Eric Hendrix; brothers, Glen Hendrix of Bastrop, LA, and Mitch Hendrix of Cleveland, TN; sister, Debbie Vega of Covington, LA; grandson, Barrett Boudreaux; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Malvin and Peggy Hendrix. “To all of those that think of me, be happy as I go out to sea. If others wonder why I’m missing, just tell them that I’ve gone fishing.” ___________________

Bayou Blue Fire Protection District

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The deadline for these positions will be Wednesday June 1, 2016 @ 1:00 PM Applications are available at 402 Green Street, Thibodaux, LA 70301 or downloaded from the Lafourche Parish Government website at www.lafourchegov.org/Board_Vacancies.aspx. Applications can be delivered to the attention of Kelli Toups at 402 Green Street, Thibodaux, LA 70301; or mailed to Kelli Toups, P.O. Drawer 5548, Thibodaux, LA 70302.

other woman enters the confessional. She says “Father forgive me for I have sinned.” Priest: “What did you do?” Woman: “I committed adultery.” Priest: “How many times?” Woman: “Three times.” Priest: “Say two Hail Mary’s, put $5 in the box and go and sin no more.” The rabbi tells the priest that he thinks he’s got it so the priest leaves. A few minutes later another woman enters and says “Father forgive me for I have sinned.” Rabbi: “What did you do?” Woman: “I committed adultery.” Rabbi: “How many times?” Woman: “Just once.” Rabbi: “Go do it two more times. We have a special this week, three for $5.”

MAY 9, 2016 Harold Smith, Jr., 30, Grand Isle. Domestic abuse battery; Lafourche Parish warrant. Shelly Adams, 39, Grand Isle. Lafourche Parish warrants. Joseph Bradberry, 37, Larose. DUI with endangerment; vehicular negligent injury; careless operation of a motor vehicle; no seatbelt; arrested by State Police. MAY 19, 2016 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Jarrod Lorraine, 47, Cut Off. Contempt of court (2 cts.) Eletha Holmes, 34, Raceland. Contempt of court. Anthony Bouffanie, Jr., 41, Cut Off. Contempt of court. Louisiana State Police Gustavia Brown, 35, Houma. Contempt of court (2 cts.) MAY 20, 2016 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Christina Foley, 36, Cut Off. Cruelty to juveniles with force or violence. Michael Ray, 55, Mathews. Enter/ remain after being forbidden-immovable structure. Rani Pinel, 41, Larose. Contempt of court (4 cts.) Thomas Newsome, 30, California. Contempt of court. Victoriano Cardoza, 61, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Dylan Dedon, 22, Golden Meadow. Contempt of court (3 cts.) Travarres Butlet, 38, Thibodaux. Violation of probation/ parole. Keith Arcement, 33, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Terrance Guidroz, 34, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Johnny Poindexter, 35, Raceland. Contempt of court. Thibodaux Police Department Denise Mason, 40, Berwick. Theft of goods. Charles Spears, 21, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Desiree Dunigan, 25, Thibodaux. Domestic abuse battery; possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia. Charisse Boudreaux, 36, Thibodaux. Theft. Perry Perio, 58, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Louisiana State Police David Williams, 53, Gonzales. Contempt of court. MAY 21, 2016 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Montrell Garrison, 20, Thibodaux. Violation of probation and parole. Shylar Cheramie, 28, Race-

checkpoints will be conducted on Thursday, May 26; Sunday, May 29; and Thursday, June 2. In addition, a DWI checkpoint will also be conducted on Sunday, May 29. During the seat belt checkpoints, deputies will be checking motorists for seat belt and safety seat violations, as well as other violations such as expired inspection tags. During the DWI checkpoint, deputies will be looking for drivers who are possibly impaired while checking for other traffic safety issues, including but not limited to seat belt usage. Remember that Lafourche Parish is a “No Refusal” parish, meaning if a suspected drunk driver refuses a breathalyzer test, deputies will seek a search warrant to have that person’s blood tested. “Click It or Ticket” is a seat belt enforcement campaign aimed at increasing the national seat belt usage rate. Every year during the annual Memorial Day Weekend holiday period, law enforcement agencies join forces day and night, from coast-tocoast, for an enforcement blitz that delivers a simple message: “click it or ticket.” According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, at least 9,385 vehicle occupants killed in 2014 were not wearing a seat belt, but the administration also estimates that 12,802 lives were saved due to seat belt usage. Sheriff Craig Webre thanks citizens in advance for their patience and cooperation when passing through these checkpoints and for recognizing the importance of raising awareness for safety issues.

land. Cruelty to juveniles with force or violence. Brody St. Pierre, 31, Cut Off. Possession of meth, less than 28 grams. Tia Bennett, 18, Thibodaux. Violation of probation/ parole. James Woolens, 29, Thibodaux. Simple battery (4 cts.); disturbing the peace. Allen Flores, 25, Gheens. Contempt of court. Dana Miller, 55, Thibodaux. Theft of goods. Louisiana State Police Amy Lafont, 34, Golden Meadow. DWI (2nd); speeding. Rico Askins, 22, Napoleonville. Violation of probation/ parole; Failure to dim headlights. Thibodaux Police Department Charon Bougere, 32, Donaldsonville. Contempt of court (2 cts.); disturbing the peace. MAY 22, 2016 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Karl Percle, 54, Thibodaux. Aggravated cruelty to animals. Casey Labbe, 17, Golden Meadow. Fugitive. Davonta Michel, 17, Raceland. Illegal possession of stolen things. Alicia Pitre, 32, Lockport. Contempt of court. Thibodaux Police Department Renisha Willis, 22, Thibodaux. Disturbing the peace; contempt of court. Kalen Henderson, 23, Thibodaux. Domestic abuse battery with child endangerment.

events throughout June

Summer Reading Program begins May 31 in Lafourche: The 2016 Summer Reading Program begins May 31 at the Lafourche Parish Public Library. Set a reading goal for a chance to win prizes at the end of the summer, sign up for art workshops, and learn more about summer programs, such as guest performers and more. Call or visit your local Lafourche library branch for more information. Nature’s Olympians to visit Lafourche library: Get up close and personal with exotic animals that utilize unique abilities to survive in the wild when Nature’s Olympians visits Lafourche’s three main library branches. This free program will begin at 10 a.m. on June 3 at the South Lafourche Branch Library, 16241 E. Main Street, in Cut Off; and 1 p.m. on June 3 at the Lockport Branch Library, 720 Crescent Avenue. Hop to the library for some hula hooping: Think you know hula hoops? Hula hoops aren’t just for fun; they’re for fitness, too. Find out when Hey Now Hooping visits the South Lafourche Branch Library, 16241 E. Main Street, Cut Off, at 11 a.m. on June 9; and the Lockport Branch Library, 720 Crescent Avenue, at 1:30 p.m. on June 9. Sock Rockerz to rock Lafourche library: The Sock Rockerz will blow your socks off as they show you how much fun physical fitness can be with music, dance, and singing at 10:30 a.m. on June 16 at the South Lafourche Branch Library, 16241 E. Main Street, in Cut Off; and 2 p.m. on June 16 at the Holy Savior Catholic School cafeteria, 201 Church Street, in Lockport. “What Can Lou Do” Summer Reading Tour comes to Lafourche library: Help children understand the importance of physical fitness in a fun and engaging way when author Christine Audler and her character “Lou” visit Lafourche library branches for reading and fitness fun. This free event will take place at the following Lafourche Parish Public Library branches: Raceland Branch Library, 177 Recreation Drive: June 6, 10:30 a.m.

Larose Branch Library, 305 E. Fifth Street: June 7, 11:30 a.m. Golden Meadow Branch Library, 1403 N. Bayou Drive: June 7, 1:30 p.m. Princesses to enchant Lafourche story hours: Join the Lafourche Parish Public Library for a series of enchanting storytimes with special princesses in June at the following library locations: Raceland Branch Library: June 7, 1 p.m. South Lafourche Branch Library: June 8, 10:30 a.m. Lockport Branch Library: June 8, 1 p.m. Larose Branch Library: June 15, 10:30 a.m. Golden Meadow Branch Library: June 15, 1 p.m. Children are invited to dress as their favorite princess or prince. Line Dance at the library: Kick up your heels, learn new line dances, or practice old favorites are free line dancing classes at 2 p.m. on June 9 and June 23 at the South Lafourche Branch Library. Raceland Branch Library to host ‘50s sock hop: Travel back in time and enjoy ‘50s music and refreshments when the Raceland Branch Library hosts a ‘50s sock hop at 4 p.m. on June 9. Wear your favorite ‘50s duds if you like. Lockport Branch Library to host puppetry play; puppeteers wanted: Children can help to write and, in July, perform a puppetry play for the public at the Lockport Branch Library. Interested children should register to attend puppetry workshops at 11 a.m. on June 10, June 17, and June 24. Sign up at the library. For more information, call the library at 532-3158. Learn to make healthy smoothies at the library: Learn to make healthy smoothies when Becky Gautreaux, assistant extension agent with the LSU AgCenter, visits the Raceland Branch Library at 11:30 a.m. on June 13. Get fit with family yoga: Bring the family out to the Raceland Branch Library for family yoga to stretch the body and free the mind beginning at 4 p.m. on June 17, June 20, and June 24.

MEN IN PRAYER Interdenominational Prayer Meeting All Men, All Churches Invited

Saturday, May 28

7:30 - 8:30 AM Jack’s Exxon In the Garage

14807 West Main, Cut Off

REAL MEN PRAY FOR THEIR FAMILIES ...Jesus Himself would often slip away to the wilderness and pray.

Luke 5:16

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Wednesday, May 25, 2016 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE GREATER LAFOURCHE PORT COMMISSION April 13, 2016

The Board of Commissioners of the Greater Lafourche Port Commission met in regular session on Wednesday, April 13, 2016 at 10:30 AM at the Administration Building 16829 East Main Street, Galliano, LA. President Gisclair called the meeting to order and Secretary Cheramie called roll. ATTENDED: Chuckie Cheramie, Perry Gisclair, Kris Gaudet, Ted Savoie, Wilbert Collins, Larry Griffin, John Melancon Jr., Jimmy Guidry, and Ervin

Bruce ABSENT: None Upon motion by Griffin second by Melancon, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the minutes for March 9, 2016 regular meeting and March 23, 2016 special meeting. Executive Director’s Report Chett Chiasson announced Vision Communications had technical difficulties with March’s meeting that is why it was never shown on TV. Northern Expansion – Engineer Larry Picciola reported Shavers Whittle completed 4 concrete deadman for Slip C 800 LF Bulkhead project. They continue to drive steel sheets and have 200’ remaining. The completion date is June 17th however they do have some rain days that will be included. Engineer Picciola reported Blanchard Contractors

South Lafourche High School senior awarded 2016 LSA Scholarship South Lafourche High School senior Samantha Hebert has been awarded the 2016 Louisiana Sheriffs’ Association Scholarship for Lafourche Parish. Hebert will receive the $500 scholarship to assist her with expenses as she plans to attend Fletcher Technical Community College and major in Criminal Justice. In her application, Hebert indicated she hopes to pursue a career in law enforcement with hopes of one day becoming an FBI agent. Hebert was notified of the scholarship award and presented with a certificate at the recent Senior Social at South Lafourche High School. Hebert is the fifth South Lafourche High School student to receive the award in as many years, though applications are received from students of all four Lafourche Parish high schools. Of the 33 applications received, Hebert was chosen from the 29 who met the criteria of being a permanent resident of Lafourche Parish with plans to enroll as a full-time, undergraduate student at Nicholls State University, L.E. Fletcher Technical Community College or South Central Louisiana Technical Community College. The eligible applications were reviewed by an impartial board, and the board then submitted their recommendations to Sheriff Webre.

Pictured is Sergeant Brennan Matherne presenting Samantha Hebert with the 2016 LSA Scholarship on Monday, May 9. “Each and every year, and I am impressed by the accomplishments and honors in which our applicants have already received,” said Sheriff Webre. “It is also great to see so many involved in their local community, and it is refreshing to see so many of our talented youth who plan to attend a local school and hope to utilize their talents locally in their career.” The Louisiana Sheriffs’ Educational Scholarship Program awards $500 to graduating high school students where the sheriffs are members of the Louisiana Sheriffs’ Honorary Membership Program. Funding for the scholarship is made possible through the generous support of Lafourche Parish’s Honorary Members.

has started driving concrete piles for the Slip C 950 LF West Bulkhead. They are currently a month behind schedule. Engineer Joe Picciola reported Slip D Bucket Dredge project is complete with clear lien and retainage later on agenda for approval. Engineer Joe Picciola reported the preconstruction meeting was held last week with Crosby Dredging for the Flotation Canal Hydraulic Dredge project. The notice to proceed was issued on April 11th. Crosby is on site today doing pre-dredge surveys and should mobilize on site in the next few weeks. Melancon questioned the timeframe of completion, which Picciola replied 4 months. The contractor has a 14” dredge and may bring in another one. Airport Projects – Engineer Joe Picciola reported the Pump Station Replacement project is complete and in the lien period which ends April 25th. The one punch list item remaining is the solar lights which should be delivered in May. Richard Osborne reported SBL Construction has completed the initial work for the Obstruction Removal project. We are requesting some additional work of $32,080 to be done which is later on the agenda for approval. Other Projects – Engineer Larry Picciola reported the Mooring Dolphins Phase 4 project is complete with clear lien and retainage later on the agenda for approval. Engineer Joe Picciola reported PCS is substantially complete with a few punch list items for the Fourchon Bridge Repair project. The contractor is working to replace the damaged bumpers and seals now. Melancon questioned if the bridge is in operation, which Picciola replied yes. Engineer Picciola reported the contractor on the Airport Road Paving project has finished the asphalt paving on Monday. They were working on the shoulders yesterday and will be moving in to remove the trees and replace the fence. Executive Director Chett Chiasson reported the Assumption of Maintenance Study is currently being reviewed by the Assistant Secretary of the Army. Chiasson reported he met with the Corps last week in DC to discuss the Section 203 Feasibility Study. He is also meeting with the district office tomorrow on how to move forward. Davie Breaux reported Huey Stockstill will be working on the 3 areas where dips formed on LA 3090 Overlay project. In the absence of Henri Boulet, Chiasson read the LA 1 Project Update. The LA 1 Project’s Phase II Segment C in Golden Meadow continues to be set to take bids this summer. The Corps has requested a final review of the geotechnical and structural analysis for the design of the T-Wall to be built in the South Lafourche levee, and LA DOTD is working to provide that data to the Corps. The LA 1 Improvement Project does have funding listed in the Governor’s Draft of House Bill II, both in Priority 1 and Priority 5, which in addition to Segment C near Golden Meadow, could advance the beginning funding process for Segment A in southern Leeville. The Coalition does have a meeting set with the Governor later this month which Chett will also attend to discuss different funding mechanisms, which combined, over time could help complete the project. The Coalition is strategically working on our presentation to the Governor which highlights this particular coastal infrastructure need relative to both the state’s economy, jobs and the nation’s energy security.

Chett Chiasson announced the Port Commission will be receiving applications and resumes from any persons interested in serving as the Port’s recommendation for Member of the South Lafourche Beachfront Development District Board. Interested parties may obtain copies of the application at the Port’s Administration Office or from our website and they will be due no later than Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 4:00 p.m. Committee Reports Executive Committee - The committee met on March 23rd in Fourchon present was Cheramie, Griffin, and Gisclair with Melancon absent. They also met on April 11th in Galliano with all present. Upon motion by Collins second by Cheramie, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the tower lease with Lafourche Ambulance Service District No.1. President Gisclair presented for the board’s approval the Proclamation for Fair Housing which was read out loud as follows: Whereas, the strength of our nation flows from the promise of individual equality and freedom of choice; and Whereas, the 48th anniversary of the National Fair Housing Law, Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968, during the month of April, is an occasion for all Americans, both individually and collectively, to rededicate themselves to the principle of freedom from housing discrimination whenever it exists. This law guarantees for each citizen that critical, personal element of freedom of choice-selection of the home; and Whereas, a fair housing law has been passed by the State of Louisiana; and implementation of that law requires the positive commitment, involvement and support of all our citizens; and Whereas, the department and agencies of the State of Louisiana are to provide leadership in the effort to make fair housing not just an idea, but an ideal for all our citizens; and Whereas, barriers that diminish the rights and limit the options of any citizen will ultimately diminish the rights and limit the options of all; Now Therefore, I, Perry Gisclair, President of the Greater Lafourche Port Commission, do hereby proclaim the month of April 2016, and every April as Fair Housing Month in Galliano, Louisiana, and do hereby encourage all citizens to abide by the letter and spirit of the Fair Housing Law, and ask the citizens of Galliano to join in reaffirming the obligation and commitment to fair housing opportunities for all. Upon motion by Melancon second by Bruce, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the Proclamation for Fair Housing month. Upon motion by Gaudet second by Savoie, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the Intergovernmental Agreement with the Lafourche Parish Government for the Airport Access Corridor Tiger Grant Application for a 50/50 cost share for services. Upon motion by Collins second by Cheramie, with no public comment, the board approved the Master Access Agreement with Edison Chouest Offshore to access property at the Airport. The vote resulted in 8 yeas and 1 abstain by Gisclair. Upon motion by Cheramie second by Collins, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the hay lease amendment at the S.L. Industrial Park to include Allen Thibodaux to the lease. Permits & Waterways Committee - The committee met on March 23rd in

Fourchon present was Cheramie, Collins, Griffin, and Gisclair. They also met on April 11th in Galliano with Collins absent. Chairman Cheramie presented for the board’s review the permit applications from Bollinger Fourchon, LLC, South Lafourche Levee District, and Bollinger Fourchon, LLC. Construction & Development Committee - The committee met on March 23rd in Fourchon present was Griffin, Savoie, Bruce, and Gisclair. They also met on April 11th in Galliano with all present. Upon motion by Melancon second by Guidry, with no public comment, the board unanimously accepted the Clear Lien Certificate from Crosby Dredging for the Slip D Bucket Dredge project. Upon motion by Savoie second by Collins, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved a contract amendment with SBL Construction for additional work of $32,080 for the Obstruction Removal project at the Airport. Upon motion by Bruce second by Griffin, with no public comment, the board unanimously accepted the Clear Lien Certificate from Dupre Bros for the Mooring Dolphin project. Upon motion by Gaudet second by Guidry, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the Substantial Completion Certificate dated April 8, 2016 from Professional Construction Services for the Fourchon Bridge project. Finance Committee - The committee met on March 23rd in Fourchon present was Gaudet, Guidry, and Gisclair, with Melancon absent. They also met on April 11th in Galliano with all present. Upon motion by Melancon second by Bruce, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the payment of March invoices and recognized expenditures over $10,000 which total $2,338,256.52. Upon motion by Melancon second by Griffin, with no public comment, the board unanimously approved the out of

state travel request from Kris Gaudet to attend the GPAA Spring Meeting in Florida May 4th – 6th. President Gisclair opened the floor for any other business. Melancon congratulated Roland Curole and Macneely Rome as the new appointments to the S.L. Levee District. President Gisclair congratulated Rodney Gisclair as the new member of the Greater Lafourche Port Commission Seat D. Mr. Gisclair thanked the board, his family, and the voters for this opportunity and he looks forward to working with the board and staff. President Gisclair stated on behalf of the board we look forward to serving with you. Chiasson stated the staff looks forward to working with you as well and mentioned his door is always open we are here to serve. Chiasson then thanked Ted Savoie for assuming the role of Seat D. We enjoyed working you and you did a great job. Savoie stated it has been an honor and privilege to serve on this board and thanked the board for his appointment. He has learned during this time that commissioners have wide diverse backgrounds and are willing to give their time and energy to make the port and airport the best it can be. He also learned that Director Chiasson is a proven leader with the growth of the airport and port as his primary goal and he has a great staff backing him up. The Port plays a vital part in serving the energy needs of our parish, state, and country. The time he spent here has been short but he will never forget it, thanks again for allowing me to serve. He then congratulated Rodney Gisclair. President Gisclair thanked Savoie for serving. Davie Breaux announced we are advertising for 6 summer roustabout positions and applications can be found on our website or at the Galliano office. Upon motion by Cheramie second by Savoie, the board adjourned the board meeting at 11:03AM. ATTEST: Perry Gisclair, President Harris “Chuckie” Cheramie, Jr., Secretary 5-25-2016

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