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Governor stalls $208M in business tax break applications

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Officials with the Greater Lafourche Port Commission and Lafourche Parish Government are hoping that the third time is a charm when it comes to applying and receiving a W grant for construction of a new lift bridge over Bayou Lafourche. The bridge would cross the bayou south of the bridge near St. Joseph Catholic Church in Galliano. The “Tiger” grant, as it is so called by the United States government, is an acronym for Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery. Should the parish and port receive it, the estimated $16 million, along with another $19 in local commitments, would go towards

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ROUGE, La. (AP)V — An estiMATHEWS • GHEENS • LOCKPORT • VALENTINE BATON • LAROSE mated $208 million in property tax • GALLIANO • GOLDEN MEADOW • LEEVILLE • GRAND ISLE breaks for businesses was stalled

Central Lafourche graduates Branden Hiserman, Austin Joy, B.J. Authement, and Zachary Trosclair, prepare for their big night Wednesday. Central Lafourche High School, graduating almost 300 students, held their commencement exercises at the Warren J. Harang, Jr. Municipal Auditorium in Thibodaux. LEFT:

South Lafourche graduates make their way to the school’s auditorium where they received their diplomas Thursday night.

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SCHRIEVER, La. — Partners in the Bayou Region of Louisiana have announced a new effort to help workers affected by oil and gas industry downsizing to find rapid training options and new jobs in South Louisiana. BayouOpportunity.com, a newly launched website, will serve as a gateway to employment opportunities. Job seekers may register there for a major Industrial Trades Job Fair, which will be conducted June 10 at the main campus of Fletcher Technical Community College in Schriever, between Houma and Thibodaux.

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Galliano armed robbery suspect pleads guilty

State-regional-local initiative aims to assist job candidates in Louisiana’s Bayou Region

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Launch of website, June 10 job fair to target rehiring of displaced oilfield workers

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Thursday at the request of Gov. John Bel Edwards. The Board of Commerce and Industry agreed, in a 14-2 vote, to delay a decision on 305 applications for the Industrial Tax Exemption Program until next month. New and expanding manufacturing facilities are allowed, under the state constitution, an exemption from paying local property taxes for up to 10 years. The Board of Commerce and Industry and the governor must sign off on the exemptions. Edwards’ spokesman Richard Carbo said the Democratic governor and his economic development secretary are devising new rules for reviewing such exemption requests. “The governor does have final approval. However, given the volume of contracts to be considered and his intentions to reevaluate how these are awarded, the governor requested additional time to consult with the secretary of (Louisiana Economic Development) on changes to the process,” Carbo said in an email. The tax breaks siphon dollars away from local governments and public schools that use the property tax revenue to pay for their own operations.

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The new bayouopportunity.com website will serve as a gateway to employment opportunities, according to a report released this week.

One of several suspects involved in the armed robbery of two Galliano residents last May pled guilty as charged on the eve of his scheduled jury trial Monday. Santos Dardar, 32, pled guilty to armed robbery and was sentenced to serve forty years in prison without the benefit of probation or parole. “What these perpetrators did to this couple, arousing them from their sleep, threatening them with weapons, tying them up and ransacking their home, was frightening,” said District Attorney Camille A. Morvant, II. “This sentence will keep a dangerous individual where he belongs for a long time.” On May 13, 2015, two masked perpetrators forced their entry into a residence on E. 150th Street in Galliano, one armed with a gun, the other with a baseball bat. The victims, a married couple, were tied up with wires taken from the home before the suspects ransacked the home, taking a large amount of cash, several firearms and the victim’s vehicle.

In addition to job fair information, the BayouOpportunity.com website will provide links for career help from the Louisiana Workforce Commission and its LaWorks.net website, Louisiana Economic Development’s LouisianaJobConnection.com employment portal, and training resources. “Louisiana’s oil and gas workers have made tremendous contributions to our state’s economy over the years, and we are committed to helping them navigate this temporary downturn in their industry,” Gov. John Bel Edwards said. “LED and its regional and local partners have an array of valuable resources for matching our skilled workers with available jobs throughout South Louisiana. Our goal is to get all of our dedicated oil and gas workers back on the job as quickly as possible.” The June 10 job fair in Schriever will feature companies with immediate openings in Lake Charles, Baton Rouge, New Orleans and elsewhere in South Louisiana. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, June 10 at the main campus of Fletcher Technical Community College, 1407 La. Highway 311, in Schriever. Job seekers with oil and gas experience are encouraged to attend with résumés in hand. Registration is available at BayouOpportunity.com. See Job Fair Page 4-A

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Calendar of Events News to Use!

Memorial Day event to honor deceased Vets.

Ward Ten Memorial District would like to invite the public to a solemn Memorial Day event on Monday, May 30 at 10 a.m. at the Trail of Tears walking path, behind the memorial building and memorial wall on Hwy. 3235 in Galliano. Veterans and participants will pay 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 in G.M.

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.

Entry deadline for MJ Classic set for June 1

The MJ Classic baseball tournament is set for June 10 and 11 at the Larose Regional Park. All proceeds

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will be going to Mary Jane Pitre’s medical expenses due to having ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease). Registration fee is $200 per team. Players must be 18 years old or older to play. Games are 1-pitch, 30minute games with double elimination. 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 are needed and can sign up with Rebecca Pitre, 985-696-8002, rebeccapitre@hotmail.com.

Orders due June 3 for lunch benefit

LCO Boys 10U Tarpon Baseball will host a lunch fundraiser from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesday, June 7. Plate lunches include pastalaya, bread and dessert for a $10 donation. Pick ups will be at the Larose baseball field concession stand. Deliveries to businesses are available. Contact Celeste at 985-6656483 by Friday, June 3 to place an order.

Youth conference to be held June 3

Christian Fellowship Church and Extreme Youth Ministries, located at 13581 East Main in Larose, will host a 2016 United Youth Conference on Friday, June 3 at 7 p.m. This conference will feature worship by Crave and guest speaker Ashton Cage. Food will be served following service. This is a free event for all youth ages 12-19.

G.M. Methodist church VBS to begin June 5

The Golden Meadow United Methodist Church will host Vacation Bible School for ages Pre-K to 6th grade on June 5 from noon

G.M. Baptist church VBS to start June 6

First Baptist Church ofGolden Meadow will hold its annual Vacation Bible School June 6-10 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. All kids who have completed Pre-K to 6th grade are welcomed to attend. FMI call 985-475-5490.

Tickets on sale for C.O. Fishing Club’s rodeo

The 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 award presentation beginning at 6 p.m. Categories are bull red, rat red, speckled trout, flounder, bull drum, rat drum, bass and perch. Children’s division categories are rat red, speckled trout and perch. Entrance fee is $20 for adult and $10 for children. Tickets available at Glen’s Barbershop and the Cut Off Youth Center. FMI call Mike Danos 985-8551718.

Family reunion plans in the works

The families of Julien and Ophelia Bourg Bruce and Fostan and Mercedes Callias Borne are having a family reunion on September 10 at Oakridge Park in Golden Meadow, LA. Donations are $20 per couple, $5 extra per person. Adult shirts are $15; children shirts are $8. Money and shirt sizes are needed before July 30. Checks made payable to Bruce Borne Family Reunion. Mail to Sylvia or Rhonda Borne, 21524 Hwy 1, Golden Meadow, LA, 70357. Call Sylvia at 985278-3047 or Rhonda at 985-360-1146; or visit Rhonda Bruce Facebook.

COYC pool open for public swimming

The Cut Off Youth Center pool is available for lap swimming Monday - Friday from 7 to 8 a.m. Water aerobics and lap swimming will be available Monday Thursday from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Cost is $3 per session or $30 per month.

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Adoptions, donations sought by Humane Soc.

Anyone wanting to adopt an animal can contact the Humane Society of Lafourche Parish Chapter at 985-258-6163. Monetary donations can be dropped off at any Lafourche Parish Library or mailed to Humane Society of Lafourche, P.O. Box 613, Cut Off, LA 70345. Checks should be made out to The Humane Society of Lafourche Chapter. Â FMI email humanesocietylafou rchechapter@gmail.com.

Letters and Opinions

Charity helps, but it’s not the answer By Glenn Mollette Guest Columnist

I’ve been involved in benevolent projects for many years. Most of these efforts have been buying and distributing food and clothes for the very poor. In recent years I have been involved in Safe Fresh water wells for rural South Africa. As long as I live I will be involved in some type of Christian related humanitarian project at some level. I don’t regret being connected to doing something to help people who are hurting. There is a tremendous blessing that comes through handing a kid a new pair of athletic shoes or a new coat. I wish I could do more. The problem is that charity is not the answer. It helps. It’s just not the answer. I would take one small factory hiring one hundred people in a county over fifty charities in a county. A paycheck is always better than a handout. One factory or any employer hiring one hundred people at a reasonable salary is better than a

bunch a little charities raking and scraping to keep a light bulb burning at their local food bank. Unfortunately, too many of these charities are visited once or more a month by low paid workers who simply cannot survive on $8 an hour. Thus, you have the unemployed and the working poor who keep the food pantries open and scurrying for funds to buy cheap food from a larger national network chain. Overall, America must have higher wages. We hear too much about sticking higher wages to a few certain corporations. However, we must bring real paying jobs back to America from coast to coast. Sadly, I can go back to the same places where food and clothes have been disbursed and nothing has changed. The same little shacks with the same families live inside. As I have heard, give a man a fish and you’ll feed him again and again. Teach him to fish and he will feed himself. Non-profits need to focus on creating some jobs for their communities. I realize this is seldom seen as a mission of some such entities but it’s way past time as our nation struggles economically.

Free recreational fishing days set for June 11-12

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) Free Recreational Fishing Days will be held June 11-12. Both Louisiana residents and non- residents will be allowed to fish without a license on any of the state’s public waters during that weekend. Louisiana offers miles of shoreline and a myriad of freshwater lakes, marsh and bayous to take opportunity of during this annual event. LDWF hopes the weekend will introduce newcomers, visitors and people who haven’t fished in a while to one of Louisiana’s most popular sports.

If you already have a fishing license, consider taking a friend or family member who has never been fishing. Anglers are allowed to fish on all public bodies of waters without a license, but all fishing regulations still apply.

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Most churches have idle space Monday through Saturday. Why not help a small business or two get on their feet? Cheap rent and a little congregational support might enable somebody to get started in a business that might eventually hire others. Years ago, one of our local churches put in a Subway restaurant as a way to help church members have employment. Churches have to do more than just plan the next potluck dinner. What if your church or nonprofit could help a few people out of unemployment? Surely, this would be the beginning path to a brighter life. Also think about how you might help others educationally. You could provide a free Internet CafĂŠ with some weekly adult education. Please know there are lots of people out there in your community who do not know how to do anything. Some training might save them and a future generation. If you are feeling entrepreneurial start something that hires people. When Friday comes everybody will be better off if you are handing out paychecks instead of free soup and sandwiches. Charity helps but it’s not the answer.Â

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2 artificial islands rebuilt seabird rookery: 2000 nests

NEW IBERIA, La. (AP) — Two artificial islands created for seabird nesting have been rebuilt, and are more successful than biologists had hoped, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries says. The state’s goal was to attract 500 pairs to nest this year in the Bayou Platte Waterbird Rookery, but biologists estimate that more 2,000 pairs are nesting. This is the 26th nesting season since the rookery was created in the Marsh Island Wildlife Refuge in Iberia Parish between Vermilion Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. Within the past decade, the department said, more than 10,000 birds used the islands. The rookeries were created in the early 1990s. By 2012, subsidence and erosion had left them in poor shape. Restoration began in August 2013, and was suspended in May 2014 to let birds nest. Construction resumed after nesting season in November 2014 and was completed last year. ___

Seafood co., lawyers must return $1 million in spill money

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A federal judge has ordered the return of more than $1 million in settlement

money granted to a seafood company after the 2010 Gulf of Mexico oil spill. U.S. District Judge Carl Barbier ruled Tuesday that Crystal Seafood Company defrauded administrators of a BP settlement fund by claiming to be an ongoing Port-Arthur, Texas-based business affected by the storm. Court documents say the company actually stopped processing shrimp in 2009 — months before the April 2010 explosion and spill. The order calls for the return of more than $1 million by the company and its owners Victor and Christopher Tran — including up to $258,527 awarded to lawyers for the company. ___

Louisiana Operation Game Thief issues $9,600 in rewards

WOODWORTH, La. (AP) — Louisiana Operation Game Thief, Inc., a Louisiana wildlife crime-stoppers program, has awarded $9,600 to citizens statewide who helped state agents thwart wildlife and fisheries violators. The group this month reviewed 20 cases that included tips from public informants. A total of 30 people were apprehended as a result and 329 offenses were written in regards to the reviewed cases. The cases reviewed and awarded money to the public for their assistance consisted of nine turkey cases, eight deer cases, two fish cases and one small game case. Anyone wishing to report wildlife or fisheries violations should anonymously call the state wildlife and fisheries de-

partment’s 24-hour toll free Operation Game Thief hotline at 1-800-442-2511 or use the tip411 program by texting LADWF and their tip to 847411. ___

Lawmakers vote to increase fines for not wearing seatbelts

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Louisiana lawmakers have agreed to boost the fines against people caught not wearing seatbelts in a vehicle. The bill by Rep. Walt Leger, a New Orleans Democrat, would increase the fine for a first offense from $25 to $50. Violators would pay $75 each additional time. Supporters said they hoped the fine hike would encourage people to buckle up. The Senate gave final passage to the bill with a 22-14 vote Wednesday. The House earlier had supported it in a 62-34 vote. The proposal now goes to the governor’s desk. House Bill 751: www.legis.la.gov

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Bill would end possible jail time for underage drinkers

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Lawmakers don’t think underage drinkers should face jail time. A bill sent to the governor’s desk this week would remove the possibility that someone under the age of 21 could be jailed up to six months if caught in possession of an alcoholic beverage. The violation would still carry a fine up to $100. The House supported the measure by Rep. Franklin Foil, a Baton Rouge Republican, with a 99-0 vote. The Senate sent it to Gov. John Bel Edwards with a 33-1 vote. If the governor agrees to the bill, law enforcement could continue to cite offenders, but the citation would not appear on a person’s criminal history record. House Bill 182: www.legis.la.gov

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Attorney General makes two child pornography arrests

BATON ROUGE, LA – Attorney General Jeff Landry announced the arrest of two men on over 40 counts of child pornography. Nollie Verrett, 29 of

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Parish Sheriff’s Office, and the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office.  Norris Cain, 71 of Lake Charles, was arrested on five counts of Possession of Pornography Involving Juveniles. Cain was arrested and booked into Calcasieu Parish Jail as a result of an investigation initiated by Attorney General Jeff Landry’s Cyber Crime Unit

and assisted by Homeland Security Investigations, Louisiana State Police, and the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office. Attorney General Jeff Landry’s Cyber Crime Unit has investigated thousands of computer crimes that have victimized children from infants to 17 years of age. To report child exploitation, call 800256-4506.

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the reductions that would fall on TOPS under the governor’s proposal, which would only pay about onethird of the nearly $300 million price tag needed to cover all eligible students. “The governor has made it clear he does not feel it’s appropriate to fully fund TOPS at the expense of our (health care) programs,� Dardenne said. Edwards wants to call lawmakers into a tax special session immediately after the current session ends June 6, to raise more money to stave off cuts, including to TOPS. Republican House leaders have shown resistance to the idea, and Allain suggested Dardenne and lawmakers shouldn’t assume a special session will bail out the budget. “I don’t know if there will be additional revenue coming in this special session,� Allain said. The House version of the budget proposed to cover about 75 percent of TOPS. It also includes more money for the safety net hospitals than Edwards proposed. But to come up with money for that and some other favored programs, House leaders reshuffled dollars in a way that Dardenne described as “inappropriate and ill-conceived.� The plan, spearheaded by House Appropriations Committee Chairman Cameron Henry, would

take more than 3 percent of fees paid to departments for services, along with other dedicated sources of revenue that they get from state taxes. That could include money paid for licenses, public health services or facility inspections, for example. The dollars would be steered to help pay off state debt next year, thereby freeing up other general tax revenue — known as state general fund money — that would otherwise have to be used for the debt payment. The Edwards administration and state senators have questioned the legality of the move, and Dardenne said the across-the-board fee cut to agencies falls heavily on transportation, coastal protection, public safety and health agencies.

Governor asking senators to strip all House budget changes BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Gov. John Bel Edwards’ administration asked state senators Thursday to scrap all the changes made to next year’s nearly $26 billion budget by their colleagues in the House. “We ask you to consider starting over,� Commissioner of Administration Jay Dardenne, the governor’s chief financial adviser, told the Senate Finance Committee, asking it to strip the House changes “in their entirety.� On Monday, senators are planning to rework the budget proposal for the financial year that begins July 1 and close a $600 million gap. Dardenne said the House version improperly diverts fees that people pay for services away from agencies providing those services. He also raised concerns about how cuts would affect public safety, coastal restoration and health programs that care for the elderly and disabled. If senators use the Edwards proposal, the TOPS college tuition program will face steeper cuts than the House recommended and some of the safety net hospitals and clinics that care for the poor and uninsured will be left without state financing. Sen. Bret Allain, RFranklin, worried about

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“SLEC is proud to help spearhead this collaboration between the State of Louisiana and our regional/local partners,” said Vic Lafont, the South Louisiana Economic Council president and CEO. “The oil and gas industry is a major part of the Bayou Region’s economic lifeblood, and we look forward to helping our constituents get back to work.” “We are deeply committed to partnering with our allies in regions of our state that have been hardest-hit by the downturn in the oil and gas sector,” LED Secretary Don Pierson said. “We’ve had great success in matching job seekers with Louisiana employers, via LED FastStart® and LouisianaJobConnection.com. With BayouOpportunity.com now up and running, and the Industrial Trades Job Fair coming up in a few weeks, LED becomes an even stronger force for connecting displaced workers with new job opportunities.” Workers who have been recently laid-off may be eligible for grant funds to pay for training and certification classes. BayouOpportunity.com provides initial eligibility

screening to the Louisiana Workforce Commission. Users will learn about the job opportunities outside the oil and gas industry and get instructions on applying for unemployment benefits. Visitors to the site also may access LouisianaJobConnection.com. Designed by LED, this innovative website matches job seekers with available jobs in Louisiana, based on their skills and experience. After posting a résumé for free, job seekers will start receiving matches. As new jobs are posted, the site will send matches directly to the job seeker, eliminating the need for constant searching. Plans for the job fair and the launch of BayouOpportunity.com follow a similar, successful effort in Lafayette. An Industrial Trades Career Fair conducted there in March coincided with the launch of AcadianaOpportunity.com for workers in that region. Thirty-six companies from across South Louisiana participated in the Lafayette event, which attracted 1,800 job seekers. Company representatives reported making 72 job offers at the event with 266 additional interviews scheduled. More than 80 percent of company representa-

tives said it was likely they would hire a job seeker who attended the event; and 91 percent rated the job seekers they met as excellent or good.

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The list of delayed tax breaks are for more than $1.3 billion in manufacturing projects throughout Louisiana, like at the BASF chemical plant in Ascension Parish, the CITGO refinery in Calcasieu Parish and Cleco Power and Entergy Louisiana projects across several parishes. Coca-Cola, Dow Chemical and Utz Quality Foods also were on the list. Rep. Thomas Carmody, R-Shreveport, was one of the two votes in opposition to the delay. It was his first meeting as a member of the board. He said he hadn’t heard from the governor’s office ahead of time about the request to stall the applications and said he worried about the implications of the postponement. He said businesses on the list appeared to have already spent the money and made the manufacturing investments required to receive the tax break. “My concern was that, if indeed what we were going to do was now change the application process, that would certainly jeopardize the financial game plans of these businesses based on what incentives were being presented to them,” Carmody, a commercial real estate broker, said after the meeting. The projects were estimated to create 760 permanent jobs. The tax exemption would equal nearly $274,000 for each permanent job. Carmody said he’s reached out to the governor to talk to him about his concerns about the delay. Re-evaluating the process for handling the industrial

tax exemptions, Carmody said, “sends a chilling signal to the projects.” Edwards, in office in January, has said government has been too generous in its tax break programs for businesses. He’s said tighter controls should be put in place and more analysis about the benefits versus costs should be done for the projects that receive tax breaks and the tax break programs themselves. The property tax breaks are slated to come up again at the Board of Commerce and Industry’s June 24 meeting.

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From 1-A

The vehicle was later found abandoned in Golden Meadow. The next month, a suspect in an unrelated Terrebonne Parish crime tipped off investigators as to the perpetrators of the Galliano home invasion. One of those alleged to be involved admitted to being present at the scene along with others, including Santos Dardar. At a pre-trial motion on Monday morning, prosecutor Rene Gautreaux played a recording of the defendant’s interrogation the night of his arrest. During questioning, the defendant detailed how he and a codefendant entered the house through a window, woke up and bound the victims, and ransacked their home. At the end of recording, the defendant says several times that he’s sorry.

Corridor From 1-A

the construction of a threelane lift bridge built at the intersection of Louisiana Highway 308 and the Leonard Miller, Jr. airport access road as well as a nearly half mile connector road connecting the aforementioned bridge with

Louisiana Highway 3235. This specific grant program is expected to end at the conclusion of the Obama presidency and local officials believe it’s the last round of funding to be doled out of this program. “We like our chances, but if we’re not successful we will try another angle,” said Chett Chaisson, Executive Director of the Greater Lafourche Port Commission. “We’ve heard nothing but positive things about the project from federal officials so we’re giving it another shot.” Supporters are hoping the grant comes through so that some 1,200 acres along the corridor can be developed as an industrial park. Some 10,000 passengers now fly into and

out of the Galliano airport on a monthly basis. Lafourche Parish President Jimmy Cantrelle said the eventual project will be a boon to the local economy as it will give greater access to a corridor that is expecting to see growth in the future. “Once that bridge and connector road to the four lane is completed, workers, visitors as well as commerce will have a straight shot from the Galliano airport to the four lane highway and all points from there. It will serve as a boost for development of the airport corridor which will lead to new businesses and jobs for the area,” he said. Chaisson said that the decision on the grant is expected sometime in the fall.

Carver Meet Margie Plaisance

Margie Plaisance of Cut Off has been carving for about four years. She enjoys carving various types of birds in various styles. T h e carving that makes her most proud is of small champagne ducks. Margie is part of a group of carvers that promotes Cajun heritage, decoys, carving and keeping the

40th Annual

age-old tradition thriving. The group also sponsors the Cajun Heritage Festival, which is entering its 40th year. “Carving is a wonderful art form and everyone should give it a try,” she says. To see some of Margie’s work, or the works of other local carvers, stop by the Cajun Heritage Festival on June 4 and 5 at the Larose Civic Center.

Cajun Heritage Festival June 3-5, 2016 Larose Civic Center

As part of the 40th Anniversary Cajun Heritage Festival celebration, a carver spotlight will be published twice each month.

www.cajunheritagefestival.com

Sunday, May 29, 2016 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

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South Lafourche graduate Corey Blanchard jumps for joy at the thought of finally graduating.

Brett Weaver places a plumeria lei around the neck of his son, Central Lafourche graduate Brendan Weaver. The gesture is an Hawaiian tradition.

Tatyanna Richard, a Central Lafourche High School Top Scholar Senior Graduate, plans to attend Nicholls to major in creative writing. Tatyanna, who has cerebral palsy, was also crowned the school’s Homecoming Queen last fall. Pictured helping her get ready for graduation is Louanna Esponge and her mom Trisha Raymond.

Thief gets away with high priced trash receptacle The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office has announced a reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest of a man wanted for stealing a trash receptacle valued at several hundred dollars from a Raceland truck stop. Through investigation, detectives learned the theft occurred around 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 10. At that time an unidentified male subject wearing blue jeans, white shoes and a black t-shirt arrived to the truck stop in a blue Dodge pickup truck. At one point, the man grabbed a high-priced trash receptacle standing near the building, loaded it into the bed of the truck, and left the premises. Anyone who can identify the suspect, or anyone with any other information on this crime, is asked to contact Crime Stoppers Bayou Region at 1-800-

Lots of smiles from South Lafourche grads Jamie Boudreaux and Claire Lovell.

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Suspect sought for stealing kitchen appliances from Raceland store The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office has announced a reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest of a man wanted for stealing high-priced countertop kitchen appliances from a Raceland department store. Investigators learned that just before 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, May 12, an unknown male subject entered the department store and obtained two stand mixers valued at several hundred dollars combined. The man then exited the store approximately ten minutes later without paying for the items. He placed the mixers in a light-colored sedan and left the scene. Surveillance cameras

Thumbs up from Central Lafourche graduates Gary Plaisance and Ty Matherne.

captured video of the suspect who was wearing a long-sleeve white shirt, blue jeans, red and white shoes, and a cap. Anyone who can identify the suspect, or anyone with any other information on this crime, is asked to contact Crime Stoppers Bayou Region at 1-800743-7433 or by texting “GIVEATIP� plus your message to 274637. Tips can also be submitted using the TipSubmit Mobile application or online at www.crimestoppersbr.org. Tipsters will remain anonymous and could be eligible for a reward up to $1,000 in cash if the information given leads to an arrest.

Coach Midyett adjusts South Lafourche graduate Larry Mack’s collar while fellow graqduate Johnnie Barbier looks on.

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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 28th 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. _________________ 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. _________________ For Sale: 2 bedroom, 2 bath trailer. Sits on private lot in Larose. $45,000. Call 6911367 and leave voicemail. _________________

House For Sale: 115 E. 173rd Street in Golden Meadow. $40,000. NO Rent to own, NO renting, NO leasing. Make me an offer I can’t refuse! Serious purchase inquiries only. Do not call about renting or leasing. More details can be found at the house or call 985-258-5062. _________________

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 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. _________________

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. _________________ 300+ FT. COMMERCIAL DOCK SPACE FOR RENT: Bayou Lafourche along Hwy 308, Cut Off. (5) 3pile clusters 55’ long each. Water and electricity available, plus security cameras and parking. Call for pricing and more information. 985-691-1229. _________________

LAND

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. _________________

FOR RENT

Apts. For Rent: Call 985-677-4533. _________________

REDUCED! 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. _________________ 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: 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. _________________ 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. _________________ For Rent: 1 bedroom Apt., $500 a month; 3 bedroom house, $700 a month. Cut Off. Call 985-637-0073. _________________ For Rent: 2 bedroom, 2 bath House in Galliano/Cut Off area. $650 a month, $650 damage deposit. No texting. Call (985) 632-6549 or (985) 665-0936, leave a CLEAR message and number to call. _________________ 2 Bedroom Apt for Rent in Gheens: Call 985-532-6755. _________________

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Trailer For Rent: 136 North Willow St., Lockport. 3 bd., 2 ba. $800/monthly and $800/ deposit. Call 637-2327 or 2098126. _________________

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 _________________

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. _________________ Trailer For Rent: 3 bd., 2 ba. in Golden Meadow. Private street. 985-677-1155. _________________ 1 Bedroom Apt For Rent: partly furnished in Golden Meadow. $500/ mth., $300/ dep. Call 985-4757696 or 985-3980172. Also camper space for rent, $340 a month. _________________

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.

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.

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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. _________________ 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. _________________ 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. _________________ For Rent: 2 bd., 2 ba., Trailer in Larose. Sits on private lot in quiet neighborhood. $750/mth. Call 985691-1367, leave voicemail. _________________ 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! _________________ 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. _________________ 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. _________________ For Rent: 2 bd., 1 ba. $700/mth. $500/dep. Galliano area. Next to Lady of the Sea. 985677-0915. _________________

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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

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.

Apts. For Rent in Larose: 2 br, 1 ba, $750/mth, $750/security dep., no pets, no smoking (no exceptions). FMI call 985537-3567. _________________ 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. _________________ 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. _________________ 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. _________________ 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 985325-5626. _________________

MERCHANDISE

55 Gallon Food Grade Plastic Drums with lids for sale. Please call (985) 2911329 for more information. _________________ Sacred Heart Cemetery Mausoleum Crypt for Sale: $6,500. Call 985-6911758. _________________

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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

Plant and Yard Sale: May 31 and June 1 at 158 West 136th St. Clothes, plants, knickknacks, statues, baskets, shoes, purses, furniture and more. _________________ Garage Sale: 194 Josephine St., Larose, off Hwy 1. (north of T-Bois Bridge) June 1 and 2 from 8am to 4pm. Old tools and items; gas dryer. _________________

GULF COAST EMPLOYMENT

is accepting applications for 100 TON OFFSHORE CAPTAINS AND EXPERIENCED OFFSHORE DECKHANDS (preferably with engine room experience).

Basic safety certifications are required.

Apply online at www.gulfcoastemploy.com or call 985-693-7750. CROSBY TUGS LLC Accepting Applications for

TANKERMAN - PIC (Barges)

Full Time Positions Must have TWIC Card

Fax: 985-693-8282

www.thelafourchegazette.com Crafters and sellers needed for Deals Outta Wheels Trunk Show! Sell your items and you keep the money! Saturday, June 11 from 9am 2pm at 507 West 11th Street in Larose. Cost is $10 per vendor (some rules apply). The event is free to the public to stop and shop! Contact The Crafter’s Camp, Inc. for more information at thecrafters campinc@yahoo.com or 985-258-5062. _________________ Summertime Garage Sale: Thursday, June 2 from 7am till at 197 East 110 St. Plenty of everything! Wednesdays early birds welcomed. _________________

HELP WANTED

Special educations District No. 1 “The Center” is seeking a Full-Time Direct Support staff for its facility in Cut Off, Louisiana. Successful candidates must be at least 18 years old, possess a GED or High School Diploma, possess a valid Louisiana Driver’s License, pass a Criminal Background check, Physical, Drug Test, and Agility/Ability Test. Interested parties should call Rose Grabert at 985-6325671 for an appointment. Applications will be accepted from May 25, 2016 through June 3, 2016 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. _________________ Coastal Janitorial Services is now hiring! Cleaning ladies needed 5 days a week. Call 632-5791. _________________

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Daily Comet

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

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!

Southern Guard Service, Inc. is now accepting applications for Security Guard positions. Apply at 109 W. 12th St., Larose. Call 985-6934316. _________________ Lafourche Arc is looking for energetic, compassionate individuals to work flexible hrs. & days w / individuals w / disabilities who live in the lower Lafourche area. Assistance with transportation, personal hygiene & household tasks is needed. Agency will train. High school diploma, GED or 5 yrs pd related exp. required. Scheduling flexibility required. FMI contact Meka Williams at 985447-6214 ext. 120 or Gina Gaudet at ext. 115. Applications may be completed at Lafourche Arc, 100 W. Main St., Thibodaux. EOE, M/F/V/H. _________________ Joe’s Environmental Contractors has immediate openings for Class A CDL drivers with X-Endorsement. Starting pay is $22/hour. Health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits and paid vacations included. Come join a growing team! Apply in person at 15344 Highway 3235 Cut Off, LA 70345 or call 985-258-8785. _________________

GULF COAST EMPLOYMENT is accepting applications for 100 ton offshore Captains and EXPERIENCED offshore Deckhands (preferably with engine room experience). Basic safety certifications are required. Apply online at www.gulf coastemploy.com or call 985-693-7750. _________________

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

Class A & B Drivers Needed

Full-time, part-time and night / weekend work. TWIC card, X Endorsement required. Must have a clean driving record and able to pass a DOT physical and drug screen. Steady work (50+ hrs/wk) with excellent benefits: pd hosp, credit union, monthly gas allowance, qrtly bonus, retire plan and more. Fuel delivery exp. beneficial, not required Breaux Petroleum Products

237 N. Barrios St. Lockport, LA 70374

985-532-3358

Crosby Tugs, LLC offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

$1,360,000

Call Addy Legendre or Lisa Plaisance for a showing!

4-Wheeler For Sale: 2006 Yamaha Big Bear 400; front winch; rear rack; 802 miles; very good shape; $2,700. Call 985-6880584. _________________ For Sale: Barn with loft and floor. 16 ft. wide x 24 ft. deep x 13 ft. high. Asking $9,500 or best offer considered. Call 985-6911367, leave voicemail. _________________ For Sale: Goodman 4 ton Condenser. Model #GSX130483, 230 volts, 3 phase, Freon 410A. Paid $1,200, asking $800. Defelice Electric Heating and Cooling. 693-3700. _________________ 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. _________________

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Doerle Food Services, LLC is currently looking for an Inventory Control Clerk for our Fourchon warehouse. Primary responsibility is to assist the warehouse management team by providing timely and accurate information concerning the status of products on hand and inventory levels. Qualifications: Expe-rience in MSWord, Outlook & Excel, basic math skills, and the ability to articulate effectively verbally and in writing. Must be able to be on your feet 85% of the day, and lift up to 80 lbs. & perform work in freezer/cooler. Benefits: medical, dental, vision, paid leave, 401k, supplemental insurances, and safety bonus opportunity! Successful completion of post-offer background check, drug and physical assessment required. Please apply online: www.doerlefoods.com or mail your resume to: Doerle Food Services – HR Dept. 113 Kol Dr., Broussard, LA 70518. We are not accepting applications in person at our Fourchon facility. EOE _________________ Now Hiring! Night Auditor/ Front Desk Agent Must be able to work all shifts. Computer experience, positive attitude, and friendly personality are necessary. Maintenance/ Grounds Keeper Person Candidate must have transportation. Experience is a plus. Apply in person at Best Western Isabelle Court. 17026 Hwy 3235. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE! _________________ Jan Serve Cleaning personnel needed in Lafourche Parish. Call to apply at 985-798-5800. Resume preferred but not required. Submit resume to P.O. Box 143 Cut Off, LA 70345 _________________ Clerical / Sales Person needed for an insurance agency in the South/ 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. 985325-4445. _________________ 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. _________________

SERVICES

We Do Redo Remodeling, Inc. Total Renovation & Add Ons! Kitchen & bathroom remodel, tile, vinyl siding, decking, etc, plumbing & electric wiring. Call Marvin Thibodaux, Sr. at 985-291-0953. _________________

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 _________________ 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. _________________ Need Pressure Washing Call DB Extreme Cleaning, LCC at 985-278-9583 or 985-278-7394. _________________ Kerry Chiasson Carpentry For all your carpentry needs. Call 985-6376279. _________________ 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 985637-3569. _________________ Curry’s Tree Service Tree cutting and trimming. Any size. Reasonable rates. Free estimates. Licensed. Call 985-258-0465. _________________ 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. _________________ J & P’s Tree Service & Sawmill, LLC Land Clearing, Dozer & Excavator, Tree Removal, Trimming, Stump Grinding, Demolition, Lumber cut to order, For Sale: Firewood, Mulch and Dirt. State Arbor’s License & Insured. Call 985-632-2540 or 985696-5174. _________________ Need a Handyman? Large and small jobs. Carpentry, Painting, Pressure Washing, Yard Work, etc. Whatever needs to be done. Call Reggie at (318)557-8119. _________________ 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. _________________

Free Pick Up For Old / Junk Cars

Cash Paid for Junk Cars Dead or Alive!

985-637-0164 Call Brad Watson

Tony’s Carpentry Friendly service. Honest trademan. 15 years experience. Need carpentry, plumbing, painting and pressure washing. Call 985-2787188, ask for Tony. Blessings. _________________ Evans Concrete Construction House slabs, driveways, sidewalks, etc. No job too big or too small. Call Leonard Evans at 985-6772959. _________________ I Pick Up Scrap Metal. Any kind. Working or non working. Fridges, stoves, A/Cs, cars, etc. Call or text Ronnie at (251) 635-8991 or (251) 652-5881. _________________ 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. _________________ Megan’s Cleaning Services If you need reliable, honest and dependable cleaning service, call Megan at (985) 258-8830 for pricing details. _________________ 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. _________________ DOUBLE J ROOFING Specializing in reroofs, metal roofs, aluminum roofs and patio enclosures and repairs. 20 years experience and doing business in all parishes. Get the best for less! One call we can do it all! Free estimates and senior discounts. FInancing available. 985-722-3129

Concrete Work Forming, pouring & finishing – houses, buildings, driveways, patios, walkways, etc. Call Glenn Hughes, Jr at 985-209-5552. _________________

NOTICES

Using The Lafourche Gazette’s dumpster located near the East Side Food Store building across from the office is not allowed! Violators will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. Also, do not dump seafood peelings or other items into the bayou behind The Lafourche Gazette’s property, 12958 East Main, Larose. _________________ Public Auction: Persuant to LA. R.S,9:47569 & 4760 Galliano & Golden Meadow Mini Storage, 219 Hwy 3162, Cut Off, LA 70345, 985-325-8888. AUCTION: 6/16/2016 at 10:00 a.m. Unit #215 Michelle Borne: mattress and box springs, totes, furniture. Full unit. _________________

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. _________________

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Arrest reports

PRAYERS

THE MIRACULOUS PRAYER Dear heart of Jesus, in the past I have asked for many favors. This time I ask you this very special one (mention here). Take it dear Jesus and place it within your own broken heart where your Father sees it, then in your own merciful eyes. It will become your favor not mine. Amen Say this prayer for 3 days. Promise publication and favor will be granted. Never known to fail. S.R. ________________________________________ PRAYER TO THE HOLY SPIRIT Holy Spirit, you who solve all problems, who light all roads so that I can attain my goal. You who give me the divine gift to forgive and to forget all evil against me and that in all instances of my life you are with me, I want in this short prayer to thank you for all things and to confirm once again that I never want to be separated from you, even and inspite of all material illusions. I wish to be with you in eternal glory. Thank you for your mercy towards me and mine. The person must say this prayer for 3 days (consecutive). After 3 days the favor requested will be granted, even if it may appear difficult. This prayer must be published immediately after the favor is granted without mentioning the favor. Your initials should appear at the bottom. S.R. ________________________________________

OBITUARIES

BARBARA GUIDRY

Barbara St. Pierre Guidry, 71, a native and resident of Cut Off, LA, passed away on Monday, May 23. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. on Friday, May 27 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Cut Off. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 12 p.m. Friday with burial to follow in Cheramie Cemetery in Galliano. She is survived by her sons, Carl Guidry, Jody Guidry; mother, Lorina St. Pierre; brothers, Darrel St. Pierre, Dean St. Pierre; sister, Jo-Ann Trosclair; grandson, Austin Guidry (Carly); and great grandchild, Aurora Guidry. She was preceded in death by her father, Paul St. Pierre; and brother, Douglas St. Pierre. Falgout Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements. _____________________

JOHN DETILLIER

John “Johnny” Detillier, 76, a native and resident of Mathews, passed away on Wednesday, May 25, 2016 surrounded by family and friends. Visitation was held from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. on Friday, May 27, at Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland, and from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 28, at St. Hilary Catholic Church in Raceland. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at 11 a.m. on Saturday with burial followed in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Evelyn Detillier; sons, Jody Detillier (Tina), Jimmy Detillier (Heather); daughters, Johnna “Lynn” Le (Le), Jill Mendez (PO); brothers, Moise “Mussy” Detillier, Jr., Curtis Detillier; sisters, Sondra Thompson, Terry “Nin Nin” Detillier; grandchildren, Jai, Jae, John, Jody II, Jena, Jad, Jonni, Jesse, Jeremy, Joby; and 7 great grandchildren and puppy, Lucy. He was preceded in death by his son, “Lil Johnny” Detillier; parents, Moise Detillier Sr. and Corinne Detillier; sisters, Katherine Burdwell and Elizabeth “Betty” LeBouef. Johnny was a lifetime cattleman; was the first owner of the Trojan Tavern of Mathews. He served the citizens of Lafourche Parish as a deputy for 16 years and as constable of wards 4, 6 and 9 for 34 years. He loved to fish and go to his camp in Lake Fields. He was happiest with his family and friends around him telling jokes and retelling stories. He was loved by many and will be greatly missed by all. The family wishes to thank the staff of Ochsner Foundation Hospital in New Orleans, Thibodaux Regional Medical Center (especially Dr. J. Toups and Dr. J. Perez), Home Health of Thibodaux Regional and staff of Journey Hospice for providing great care in his time of need. Falgout Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements. _____________________

The following 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.

MARK CHERAMIE

Mark A. Cheramie, 49, a native and resident of Galliano, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2016. Visitation was held on Friday, May 27 from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. with a service followed at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Galliano. Burial took place at Cheramie Cemetary in Galliano. He is survived by his mother, Jeanette Gaspard Cheramie; sister, Cheryl Cheramie; Godchild and niece, Julie Diaz; Godchild and nephew, Blake “Jakie” Diaz; and niece, Brook Diaz. He was preceded in death by his father, Gerald J. Cheramie. Mark was a man with many talents. Music was his passion as played the organ and sang in Catholic Churches within the parish on a weekly basis for decades. He earned several degrees and pursued his music career by venturing out to Tennessee and New York. He shared his love and talents with many. He found a wonderful school family at Larose Lower Elementary where he was a librarian. He enjoyed and loved the staff and students immensely. He innovated new teaching techniques used in libraries throughout the parish as he modeled the program. Mark was loved by many and will be very missed. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home was entrusted with arrangements. _____________________

MAY 23, 2016 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Gary Esponge, 25, Lockport. Violation of probation/ parole. Regina Sonnier, 45, Raceland. Violation of probation/ parole. Justin Lee, 25, Des Allemands. Contempt of court. Joseph Hebert, 36, Lockport. Contempt of court. Drake Credeur, 20, Thibodaux. Contempt of court; simple robbery. Shawn Besson, 22, Lockport. Violation of probation/ parole; contempt of court. Thibodaux Police Department Frederick Gray, 43, Raceland. Home invasion; domestic abuse battery with child endangerment. MAY 24, 2016 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Joshua Rousseau, 28, Hahnville. Fugitive; contempt of court. Sonny Keplinger, 23, Schriever. Possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia; obstruction of justice; possession of roxicodone; possession of suboxone. Jarell Campbell, 30, Mobile, AL. Contempt of court (8 cts.) Victor Holmes, 39, Raceland. Contempt of court (2 cts) Kevin Boudreaux, 30, Lockport. Careless operation; hit and run; contempt of court.

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Thibodaux Police Department Allen Barrio, 23, Thibodaux. Domestic abuse battery. Dylan Granier, 24, Thibodaux. Pornography involving juveniles. Nakia Winston, 18, Thibodaux. Obstruction of justice; misrepresentation in issuance of misdemeanor. Aubri Landry, 17, Thibodaux. Theft of goods; resisting an officer; misrepresentation during booking. Louisiana State Police Chelsea Jones, 24, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Donavan Hoffpauir, 22, Thibodaux. DWI (1st); improper lane usage; open container. Golden Meadow Police Dept. Mallori Collins, 23, Cut Off. Simple burglary of inhabited dwelling. MAY 25, 2016 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Lakresha Cargo, 25, Napoleonville. Contempt of court (2 cts.) Kristie Bounds, 38, Raceland. Domestic abuse battery. Felicia Daigle, 30, Napoleonville. Resisting an officer; possession of klonopin; open container; expired motor vehicle inspection; careless operation. Lockport Police Department David Gonzales, 27, Lockport. Domestic abuse aggravated assault. Thibodaux Police Department Corbin Butler, 23, Thibodaux. Fugitive from Assumption Parish. Kevin Dinino, 21, Donaldsonville. Theft; fugitive from Assumption Parish. Probation and Parole Brandon Catlett, 24, Chackbay. Violation of probation.

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.

Chance of Recovery

BRYAN BOGART

Bryan Robert Bogart, 39, of Gibson, LA died unexpectedly May 23 while crawfishing in Bayou Pigeon, LA. Born in Oswego, he attended Morgan City and Oswego High Schools and Oswego County BOCES. Bryan lived in Cut-Off, LA for 20 years prior to moving recently to Gibson. He formerly worked for Guilbeau Marine for 16 years under the charge of Anthony “Noonie” Guilbeau and Chad Guilbeau. Bryan was currently employed by Candy Fleet out of Morgan City, Louisiana as an Engineer. He enjoyed fishing and gaming. Bryan was a good man who was loved by many. He had a kind heart and would help strangers and friends alike. He was an amazing son, a loving brother, a loyal friend, a faithful companion and loving step-father. He will be missed deeply. He is survived by his maternal grandmother, Theresa Clark; his mother, Debra Clark-Barber; his father, Burton (Robin) Bogart; his partner, Cally Landry; his stepdaughter, Emily; his sister, Dannon (Eric Simpson) Trahan; a step-sister, Sheana (Kevin) Bogart Twitty; step-brothers, Steven (Raeanne) Bogart, Thomas Bogart and Zachary Bogart; a nephew and godson, Johnathon (Jaycinda) Trahan; and a niece, Claire. Arrangements by the B.L. Bush & Sons Funeral Home, Camillus, NY. Contributions may be sent to Debra Clark-Barber, 130 N. Collingwood Ave., Syracuse, NY 13206. Please sign the guestbook at www.BLBUSH.com _____________________

A guy underwent a surgery and met with his blonde doctor afterward to discuss next steps in his recovery. Patient: “What are the chances of my recovering, doctor?”

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, expect others to pay attention to what you have to say this week. It may seem like no one is giving your thoughts much mind, but they’re not falling on deaf ears. TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, this week starts off with a lot of excitement, and that energy continues throughout the ensuing days. You may need to catch your breath at some point. GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Concentrating on work seems quite challenging this week, Gemini. Many interesting diversions are calling out to you. Ask a friend to help you focus. CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 It can be burdensome to have so many people relying on you in any given week, Cancer. But keep your head up because that trust shows their faith in you. LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Even though you continue to adapt to every change thrown your way, always thinking on your feet can be taxing. It’s time to take a welldeserved break. Start planning.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Instead of thinking everything through to the most minute of details, take a much simpler approach. You’ll rest easier knowing you cut out most of the drama from your days. LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, some intense social interactions may have tapped into your reserved energy. If you’re feeling tired and out of sorts, laughter and good friends can help. SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, you always have a few tricks up your sleeve and this week is no different. Reserve your secret weapon for when you need it most. Enjoy the good times ahead. SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, devoting your energy to pleasurable things instead of work has found you falling behind on some important things. It’s time to finally buckle down. CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Don’t let a few bumps along the way completely derail your plans, Capricorn. You may feel discouraged, but this is only a small hill to overcome. Next week looks promising.

Doctor: “One hundred percent.” Patient: “How can you be so sure?” Doctor: “Medical records show that nine out of ten people die of the disease you have. Yours is the tenth case I’ve treated and all the others died.”

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, stop midweek and assess just how much you have accomplished already. You will be amazed at just how much you can do in a short amount of time. PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 You are quick at the start, Pisces. But unless you pace yourself, you are going to fizzle out before the end of this week. Try to be more steady.

FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS

MAY 29 Melanie Brown, Singer (41) MAY 30 Idina Menzel, Actress (45) MAY 31 Clint Eastwood, Actor/Director (86) JUNE 1 Morgan Freeman, Actor (79) JUNE 2 Wentworth Miller, Actor (44) JUNE 3 Mario Gotze, Athlete (24) JUNE 4 Russell Brand, Actor (41)

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What a Life!

By: Rev. Wilmer L. Todd We continue Jesus’ work of healing, loving and proclaiming the good news

According to the Acts of the Apostles, Jesus continued to visit his followers after his Resurrection for about 40 days. Now 40 days does not mean exactly 40 days. It means “a long time.” It’s not a magical number. It’s used as a figure of speech to mean a long while. Some examples: Noah was in the ark when it rained for 40 days and 40 nights. Jews were in the desert for 40 years. Elijah was escaping from Jezebel and walked 40 days and 40 nights to a safe cave. Jesus went into the desert before starting his public ministry for 40 days. Some people have problems with Jesus’ Ascension because the story assumes a three-storied universe: 1) a solid dome of heaven above the earth; 2) the flat earth; 3) the waters of the deep and the underworld of the dead often called Hades or Hell. We have to understand that the inspirited authors of scripture could only describe their reality as they understood the world to be. They pictured the throne of God above the Superdome looking down on earth. Heaven was “up” above the great super dome in the sky. The sun, the moon, and the stars were fixed to the top of this dome. Since we do not view our universe in this way, we have to “translate” what they were trying to tell us. Heaven is not so much a PLACE but another dimension. Heaven is being with God, seeing God face to face. We know that God is everywhere. When we get to heaven, we are not going to be confined to a place. We can discover God’s vast universe and talk to people whom we admired on earth. So when did Jesus go to heaven? Remember what happened on Good Friday? The person we call the Good Thief was hanging on a cross next to Jesus. His prayer was, “Jesus, remember me when you enter your kingdom.” Jesus’ answer was, “Today, you will be with me in Paradise.” When Jesus died he went to heaven just like we would if we died in the state of grace. What ultimately happened on the Mount of Olives on the day we call the Ascension? Jesus, after spending a long time with his disciples after his resurrection “speaking about the kingdom of God,” told his followers they would not see him again. When Jesus appeared with his incorruptible body, he strengthened and helped them put their lives together. Before Jesus returned to the Father, he commissioned his followers to continue his work. Jesus told them that he was not going to leave them orphaned. He would send the Spirit to be with them and guide them how to pass on the Good News of God’s love for us. I want you to imagine a relay race. The runners pass the baton from one to another. Jesus now passes the baton to us. We have to continue his work of healing, loving and proclaiming the good news of God’s love. Although Jesus is not here in his physical body, he is still with us. He is present to us in the assembly gathered for worship, in his word that we proclaim, and in the least of

his brothers and sisters. We must continue to make Christ present by our words and deeds. We also need to remember Jesus when we are not at church. Many ways are available to us: prayer, spiritual reading, retreats, taking care of others, practicing gratitude, meditation on God’s word, and in small Christian communities or prayer groups. We have so many ways to keep Jesus alive in our day to day lives. The church is the body called to behave as Jesus behaved – taking his love, his grace, and his mercy into our world. That’s the challenge of the Ascension.

Pictured is C.Y.L.A 2016 winner Julie Ann David with Doyle Rogers and Ralph Sapia, Grand Knight of Knights of Columbus Council 3054, Lockport.

Pictured is Auston Eschette, the 2016 C.Y.L.A. Contest runner-up winner with Doyle Rogers and Ralph Sapia, Grand Knight Council 3054 Lockport.

This Worship Directory is made possible by these civic-minded businesses and individuals. Please remember to thank them for their support.

ASSEMBLY OF GOD

Charis Church

314 East 74th St. - Cut Off

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

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

BAPTIST

First Baptist Church

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

First Baptist Church of Grand Isle

129 Cedar Ln. - Grand Isle - 985-787-3410 Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study: 6:00 p.m. (All Ages) Pastor John Boss www.fbcgrandisle.com

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

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

New Mt. Zion Baptist Church 13841 East Main - Larose

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

First Baptist Church 5545 Hwy. 1 - Lockport

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

Greater New Fountain Baptist Church 1859 Fontinelle - Lockport

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

Isrealite Baptist Church Hwy. 308 - Valentine

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

South Lafourche Baptist Church 17077 East Main - Galliano

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

Trinity Baptist Church

195 Johnny Dufrene Drive - Mathews Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Service 6:30 p.m. Michael Davis, Pastor - 985-278-9852

Crosspoint Church

16640 West Main St., Cut Off (Near South Lafourche Bridge-LA Hwy. 1) Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Thursday Midweek: 6:00 p.m. (All Ages) Pastor John Boss www.crosspointgalliano.com (985-772-7400)

St. Mathews Missionary Baptist Church Hwy. 308 - Mathews

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

Valentine Baptist Church 9334 Hwy. 308 - Valentine

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

Bethel Baptist Church

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

New Sunlight Baptist Church 452 St. Patrick Street - Raceland

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

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

CATHOLIC

Our Lady of Prompt Succor 723 North Bayou Drive Golden Meadow

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

Our Lady of the Isle

195 Ludwig Lane - Grand Isle

Saturday Vigil Mass 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Monday thru Thursday, 8 a.m. Winter Schedule: Sun. 10 a.m. (Nov. - Feb.) Fr. Carlos Talavera, Pastor

Our Lady of the Rosary

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

Sacred Heart Catholic Church 15300 West Main - Cut Off

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

Holy Savior Church

612 Main Street - Lockport

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

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

Christian Fellowship Church 13581 East Main - Larose

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

Victory Life Church

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

Iglesia Evanbelica Christiana Espiritual

13298 East Main - Larose

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

PRESBYTERIAN

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

JEHOVAH’S WITNESS

St. Anthony Church

St. Hilary of Poitiers

Golden Meadow United Methodist Church

Sat. Mass 6:00 p.m. - Sun. Mass 9:00 a.m. Wednesday 5:30 p.m. Rev. P.J. Madden www.stanthonygheens.parishesonline.com

333 Twin Oaks Drive - Raceland

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

St. Joseph Catholic Church 17980 West Main - Galliano

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

CHURCH OF CHRIST

Larose Church of Christ 13379 East Main - Larose

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

FULL GOSPEL

Lighthouse Worship Center 18082 Hwy. 3235 - Galliano

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

Mathews Full Gospel Temple Hwy. 1 - Mathews

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

Open Door Revival Center

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

INTER-DENOMINATIONAL

Community Bible Church 14757 East Main - Cut Off

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

Christian Family Center 11819 East Main - Galliano

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

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

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

Community Fellowship

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

Crosby Boat Co., Inc. Keep Your Soul In Tow - Go To Church!

632-7575

1200 Crescent Avenue - Lockport

Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses

333Twin Oaks Dr. - Raceland

Pictured is Sara Dufrene, C.Y.L.A. Contest Runner Up winner with Doyle Rogers and Ralph Sapia, Grand Knight Council 3054.

GIS

GRAND ISLE SHIPYARD OILFIELD CONTRACTORS

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

B & J Martin, Inc. Utility Boats Martin Quarters (985) 632-2727

108 East 90th Street - Galliano

UNITED METHODIST

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

Memorial United Methodist

201 Central Lafourche Dr. - Mathews

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

PENTECOSTAL

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

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

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

First United Pentecostal

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

NON-DENOMINATIONAL

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

Bethel Christian Ministries 107 East 123rd Street - Galliano Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Reverend Nathan Hayes

The Crossway Ministry, Lafourche

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

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

Insurance Agents

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

Voice

18190 West Main St., Galliano

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

LUTHERAN

Grace Lutheran Church 422 Valhi Blvd. - Houma

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

MORMON

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985.693.0123

Hwy. 308 • E. 73rd St. Galliano • 632-6571

East 57th St.

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

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

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

Security

Windshield Chips Repaired • Commercial • Marine • Residential

Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints

SPANISH

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

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

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