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Settlement ends trial in deadly 2012 oil platform fire

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NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A settlement Monday brought an abrupt end to a complex trial combining 10 lawsuits arising from a deadly explosion and fire on an offshore oil platform in November 2012. The accident off the Louisiana coast killed three workers and injured several others on a platform owned by Texasbased Black Elk Energy. Those involved in the cases included relatives of the workers killed, injured workers and companies that were working for Black Elk. Settlements on some of the claims and counterclaims were reached before and during the trial. The final settlement was announced Monday morning and a jury seated a week earlier was dismissed. See Trial Page 7-A

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Because of recent beach erosion, sandbags were placed along the newly built handicap walkway to the beach on Grand Isle. The Island is gearing up for the big Fourth of July holiday weekend coming up.

Local man set to teach in Cambodia Gazette News Reports

A Cajun man who was raised along Bayou Lafourche is about to spend more than two years in Cambodia. While there, he will teach English to native children who go to school in the developing land. Jacob Thibodaux is heading to the Asian

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country in mid-July – part of a 27-month tour he will serve as part of the Peace Corps, which was established in 1961 and has been in Cambodia since 2007. Thibodaux said he will stay with a host family throughout his stay and will learn Khmer, the country’s native language. During his time, he also will be staked with promoting peace and bringing people together – something that hasn’t always been easy in the country that’s been filled with unrest for a lot of its history. “The recent history there has been very tumultuous,” Thibodaux said. “The Khmer Rouge, which ruled Cambodia until 1979 was responsible for the deaths of nearly two million people and savaged existing infrastructure, including education. My goal with the Peace Corps is to work with my Cambodian co-teachers in mentoring the future leaders of the country.” Thibodaux said the experience will be unique – a challenge he’s looking forward to more with each day that passes by. In Cambodia, Thibodaux’s title will be Secondary Education English Teacher. He will be working with Cambodian teenagers from grades 7-12, teaching each the language.

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — The final budget deal struck by Louisiana’s lawmakers took a lopsided approach to the TOPS program, giving college students full tuition funding for the fall semester and only 42 percent financing for the spring. Gov. John Bel Edwards opposed the move pushed by House Republicans and could veto it, describing it as irresponsible policy. Higher education leaders were trying to determine Friday how it would work logistically and how the fallout of the first-ever budget cut to TOPS could impact campuses when it takes effect in the financial year that begins July 1. LSU System President F. King Alexander said other schools around the Southeastern Conference were reaching out to LSU’s TOPS students, hoping to persuade them to switch schools. “They’re taking advantage of the TOPS uncertainty of our state,” Alexander said. “They’ve got a fullcourt press on, and they’re aggressively seeking our best and brightest.” Alexander won support from his system governing board to have more flexibility to give partial tuition and fee exemptions to students, to possibly address some of the TOPS cuts for needy or high-achieving students. House leaders pushed for the front-loading of TOPS, saying they were hopeful the state could bring in more money than estimated from tax bills passed since March. See TOPS Page 7-A

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Dolphin rescued on Grand Isle doing well

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The first Louisiana dolphin to be released after rescue is doing well in Barataria Bay, the Audubon Nature Institute says. The young dolphin stranded on Grand Isle in October, was released in April after blood tests and other exams showed he was healthy. He was so young that federal and state scientists weren’t sure he could survive on his own. So National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration scientists required the state and Audubon to monitor him for six weeks after releasing him. “It’s been six weeks and he is doing everything a dolphin should be doing,” Audubon’s stranding and rescue coordinator, Gabriella Vazquez, said in a news release Monday. “Results from monitoring appear to show that he is thriving and has a strong chance to survive in the wild.” Biologists used two kinds of transmitter tags

to locate the dolphin so they could go out in a boat to watch him at least three times a week and see that he was healthy. The dolphin, dubbed Octavius after the veterinarian who treated him, was about 6 feet 4 inches long when he stranded. Biologists think he’s about 3 years old, but he could be anywhere from 1 to 7 years old, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries said. He was taken from Grand Isle while the remnants of Hurricane Patricia were lashing the coast, half the island was flooded and nearby Port Fourchon was being evacuated. Scientists believe the storm battered and exhausted Octavius. Audubon spokeswoman Katie Smith said in April that Octavius was the first dolphin rescued off Louisiana to be released after rehabilitation. Some died. A deaf dolphin and some rescued too young to have learned how to survive are now living at other facilities, she said.

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Pictured fishing for the Perch Jerkin Classic Fishing Tournament Saturday in Lockport are Giavoni Pedro hooking a catfish and Hayden LeBlanc with a perch. Proceeds from the tournament, now in its third year, go to the St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital. Over 40 kids registered for the tournament this year, raising over $1000 for St. Jude.

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Rummage sale to take place June 30 - July 2

Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church and St.Vincent De Paul Conference will be having their annual rummage sale on June 30 through July 2 at Holy Rosary Catholic School Cafeteria, 12925 East Main, Larose. Times are Thursday, June 30 and Friday, July 1, from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Saturday, July 2, from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. Donations of concession items will be accepted during the sale. Proceeds from the sale will be used to continue the work of St. Vincent de Paul to help the needy and suffering in our community.

Friday bake sale to benefit Grant a Wish

Need a Fourth of July dessert? Stop by at Lady of the Sea General Hospital front lobby on July 1 from 9 to 11 a.m. All proceeds to benefit Troop C’s Grant a Wish program. Anyone interested in donating a cake or dessert can contact Janita Allemand at or 985-637-6063.

CCC summer sale ongoing through Fri.

The Catholic Community Center is having a sum-

mer wardrobe sale through Friday, July 1. All regular merchandise will be sold for 25¢. Clothing racks are refilled and new merchandise is added before opening each day. School uniforms are also available. The CCC is located at 9018 East Avenue A in Galliano, next to the South Lafourche Tarpon Bridge [directly behind Renovations]. The store is open on Mondays from 2 to 4 p.m., Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and on Fridays from 10 a.m. to noon. s

LRD3 to meet Tues.

The next regular meeting of the Board of Commissioners of Lafourche Recreation District No. 3 will be held at the Greater Lafourche Port Commission Building in Galliano on Tuesday, July 5 at 7 p.m. The public is invited to attend.

Family reunion group seeks members

The Julien and Ophelia Bourg Bruce, and Fostan and Mercedes Callias Borne families are having a family reunion on September 10 at Oakridge Park in Golden Meadow. Donations of $20 per couple, plus $5 extra per person is requested. 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 Bruce or Rhonda Bruce, 21524 Hwy 1, Golden Meadow. Call Sylvia at 985-278-3047 or Rhonda at 985-3601146; or visit Rhonda Bruce on Facebook.

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Five Essential Steps to Financial Independence

It’s never a bad time to consider life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness but Independence Day offers us a special opportunity. For me, those concepts also have a great deal to do with financial independence. After all, the ability to take care of yourself and your loved ones throughout life is a great source of happiness and a way to avoid stress and worry. And never forget that greater financial freedom isn’t just good news for you – financially healthy households make us all stronger as a country. So make a financial declaration of independence that you can celebrate year round. I’ve boiled it down to five essential steps: Plan. The only way to build a strong financial future is to live below your means, essentially to spend less than you make. The earlier you can commit to that behavior and divert funds to regular savings and investing, you’ll be in better financial shape for a lifetime. Budgeting – the process of tracking income, subtracting expenses and directing the difference to essential financial goals is the way you’ll afford retirement, college for your children and a range of other financial goals. Protect. Why focus on protecting your money, even before you have much of it? Because protecting your money early on will keep new money where it can grow. The first task involves building an emergency fund that will hold three to six months of reserves to cover everyday expenses if you lose your job or have to shoulder a major expense or repair. An emergency fund will help keep you from having to borrow in such a situation. The next step is insurance. Whether you purchased a home or you are renting a property, think about everything you own. How much would it cost to replace clothing, furniture, appliances and electronics? Did you also know that renter’s insurance offers liability coverage of medical or legal expenses connected to your home? Your landlord’s coverage is unlikely to cover any personal liability you incur in a structural emergency or accident and certainly won’t cover you in case of theft. It’s also important to

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buy quality auto, home, health, and when relevant to your circumstances, disability and life coverage. Insurance is about preventing a range of financial setbacks. Learn. While you’re building your emergency fund, become a voracious reader and listener on financial topics. If you have the time and resources, take classes on the three major financial behaviors – saving, spending and investing. Consider working with a qualified financial or tax expert to determine if what you’re learning is right for your situation. Whether it’s a house, a car, a continuation of your education or a family, start linking this knowledge with accomplishing actual financial goals. Manage. Evaluate assets for growth and income – stocks, real estate and other assets may fluctuate in value over time, but if they’re producing dividends or income, that’s a worthy counterbalance to market variations. Keep studying various asset classes of investments so you can build and adjust your portfolio as needed over time. Also, don’t forget to study the tax ramifications of any investment you make – taxes are some of the most expensive costs we pay. However you choose to save, invest or spend, do so with the least cost possible. In life, small amounts add up – investment fees, shipping fees for goods you order online, even the extra bag you pay to check at the airport. Always question and try to avoid paying the “small” amounts that leave your wallet because they will add up over time. Evaluate. Our lives don’t stand still and neither should your financial planning. Any time major events happen in your life – a new job, marriage, a baby, the death of spouse or partner – financial circumstances change. Always be ready to reevaluate your current savings, spending and investing behavior based on what’s going on with your life. One last item to consider when thinking about financial independence is giving. We still live in a country where many people struggle to find good jobs, raise families and afford homes. Realize that there should be a part of your budget that goes toward helping the less fortunate. GuideStar (www.guide tar.org), Charity Navigator (www.charitynavigator.org), the Better Business Bureau (www.give.org), or the Foundation Center (foundationcenter.org), all offer detailed research on charitable organizations that you use to evaluate before you give. Bottom line: You don’t have to be wealthy to become financially independent. Be diligent with smart spending, detailed research and always prepare for emergencies. Soon, you’ll be celebrating your own financial Independence Day.

Hunter Education classroom courses to begin Thursday The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office will host two free Hunter Education Classroom Courses this summer for anyone ages 10 and older. The traditional “Classroom Course” is a two-day course covering topics such as hunter responsibility and ethics, how firearms work and firearms safety, survival and first aid skills, firearm handling skills and hunting techniques, wildlife identification, game care, and information related to wildlife conservation and management. The first Classroom Course will be offered on Thursday, June 30 through Friday, July 1 at the LPSO Shooting Range located at 3451 Highway 182 in Raceland. The course will begin with the classroom portion on Thursday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and will resume on Friday from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. The second Classroom Course will be offered on Thursday, July 28 through Friday, July 29. The course will begin with the class-

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NOTE: Anyone born after September 1, 1969, who wishes to obtain a hunting license in Louisiana, must successfully complete a hunter education course. Exceptions may be granted by the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries for active or veteran members of the United States armed services, for any P.O.S.T.certified law enforcement officer, or for persons who are under the direct supervision of a person 18-years or older who is already licensed and has taken the approved course. Exceptions must be applied for and approved by Department of Wildlife and Fisheries.

Notice is hereby given pursuant to Article 7, Section 23(C) of the Louisiana Constitution and R.S. 47:1705(B) that a public hearing of The Town of Golden Meadow in Lafourche Parish will be held at its regular meeting place in Town Hall, located at 107 Jervis DR., Golden Meadow, LA on Monday, August 15, 2016 at 6:45 p.m. to consider levying additional or increased millage rates without further voter approval or adopting the adjusted millage rates after reassessment and rolling forward to rates not to exceed the prior year’s maximum. The estimated amount of tax revenues to be collected in the next year for General Alimony from the increased millage is $68,162.77 and the amount of increase in taxes attributable to the millage increase is $7,763.93. The estimated amount of tax revenues to be collected in the next year for Levees from the increased millage is $58,115.33 and the amount of increase in taxes attributable to the millage increase is $6,622.18. The estimated amount of tax revenues to be collected in the next year for Drainage from the increased millage is $58,115.33 and the amount of increase in taxes attributable to the millage increase is $6,622.18. The estimated amount of tax revenues to be collected in the next year for Streets & Public Improvement from the increased millage is $57,087.75 and the amount of increase in taxes attributable to the millage increase is $6,508.00.

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room portion on Thursday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Lafourche Fire District #3 Galliano Station, located at 17462 West Main Street. The class will resume on Friday from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the LPSO Shooting Range in Raceland. Firearms and ammunition should NOT be brought to these courses, but snacks are permitted. For more information, or for assistance with online registration, call the LPSO Training Academy at (985) 449-4480 weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., or email Lieutenant Nolan Smith at nolan-smith@lpso.net.

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On May 10,members of the Larose Senior Center took a trip to the State Capital in Baton Rouge for Senior Day” The group was greeted by Gov. John Bell Edwards and numerous state representatives.

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State police: Toddler killed in Louisiana crash

OPELOUSAS, La. (AP) — State police say a 1-year-old girl who was improperly restrained died after the pickup she was riding in overturned in Louisiana’s St. Landry Parish. Master Trooper Brooks David says the crash happened shortly before 6:30 a.m. Sunday when 24-yearold Bendel Williams drove off the right side of Louisiana Highway 182. David says the pickup struck an embankment and the pickup overturned. He says Jamaika Johnson of Carencro was riding in the truck’s back seat and was improperly restrained with a shoulder-lap belt. David said the girl suffered severe injuries and was taken to Opelousas General Hospital, where she later died. Williams was wearing a seat belt and was treated for moderate injuries. David says the crash remains under investigation and no decision has been made about possible charges. _________________

Former Terrebonne detective charged with taking federal cash

HOUMA, La. (AP) — A former Terrebonne Parish Sheriff’s detective faces a federal criminal charge that she stole federal money. A one-count criminal charge against 38-year-old Dawn C. Foret of Houma was filed Friday in U.S. District Court in New Orleans. It says she took more than $1,000 from the U.S. Department of Transportation for her own use. The Courier reports Foret has been under fed-

eral investigation since 2012 for allegedly accepting federal money to conduct an underage drinking eradication program while simultaneously being paid for off-duty work between 2008 and 2012. The assistant chief of detectives, Foret resigned June 14 Foret’s attorney, Rodney Baum of Baton Rouge, couldn’t be reached for comment. Her charges come three weeks after the one-time head of Terrebonne’s Narcotics Task Force pleaded guilty to the same offense. _________________

Louisiana payrolls fall again in May, as jobless rate flat

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Louisiana employer payrolls fell again in May, with the state’s unemployment rate holding steady at 6.3 percent, the third-highest rate among the states. Payrolls, used by many economists as their top labor market indicator, have been falling since 2014’s end, in part because of heavy oil and gas job losses. May Louisiana payrolls were 18,000 below year-ago levels, signaling economic weakness. The Louisiana jobless rate also measured 6.3 percent in April and in May 2015. Alaska had the highest jobless rate nationwide at 6.7 percent. The nationwide jobless rate was 4.7 percent. Both sets of figures, adjusted to cancel out seasonal changes, were released this week by the state. The number of unemployed Louisianans was flat from April to May at 136,000, about 1,000 fewer than in May 2015. _________________

US rig count down 3 this week to 421

HOUSTON (AP) — The number of rigs exploring for oil and natural gas in the U.S. declined by three this week

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to 421, snapping three weeks of gains after a slide that lasted months and pushed the count to recordlow levels amid depressed energy prices. A year ago, 859 rigs were active. Houston oilfield services company Baker Hughes Inc. said Friday 330 rigs sought oil and 90 explored for natural gas. One was listed as miscellaneous. Among major oil- and gas-producing states, Texas gained three rigs, North Dakota two and Alaska and Colorado one each. Louisiana declined by five, Oklahoma four and West Virginia one. Arkansas, California, Kansas, New Mexico, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Utah and Wyoming were unchanged. The U.S. rig count peaked at 4,530 in 1981. It bottomed out last month at 404. _________________

Risk Management work in June 2010, awarding the $75 million contract to Mandeville-based F.A. Richard and Associates Inc., or FARA. In a review released Monday, the Legislative Auditor’s Office said FARA — which held the privatization deal through June 2015 — saved the state $9.8 million over five years, rather than the $22 million projected by the Jindal administration. The risk management office is Louisiana’s self-insurer, with agencies paying premiums for lines of insurance covering items such as medical malpractice, worker’s compensation cases, property damage and road hazards. A different company now holds the contract. _________________

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — A new audit says former Gov. Bobby Jindal’s privatization of claims processing and loss prevention services for Louisiana’s self-insurance program saved the state money, though less than projected. The Jindal administration privatized the Office of

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Wednesday, June 29, 2016 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

“In a Small Pond” By Leroy Martin An Autobiography and Friends I love to read biographies and autobiographies of famous folks. Unauthorized bios more so because they show warts and all while autos are sometimes self-serving and biased, (although I don’t know anyone writing about their own past lives guilty of that. Really?) I recently read Carole King’s 2013 autobiography. She’s thirteen years my junior, very political liberal but extremely talented. We’re fellow songwriters with one minor difference … she wrote hits. I wrote … well, never mind, just keep reading. Her hits included “Chains”, “Will You Love Me Tomorrow”, “Locomotion”, “Natural Woman”, “Up on the Roof”, and “You’ve Got a Friend”. My hits: Forget about it! An excerpt from her book: “When illness kept me home from school our kitchen shelf radio declared ‘and now, the Romance of Helen Trent’, followed by the swell of an organ, that was followed by Ma Perkins and Our Gal Sunday. Later Dad listened to Edward R. Morrow

Thibodaux From 1-A

While working with Cambodian co-teachers, Thibodaux said he will be doing things to make the educational experience better and more fulfilling for the pupils under his watch. “I must establish and lead extracurricular activities to enrich the learning opportunity for my students,” Thibodaux said. The way Thibodaux plans to do that is through one of his passions: finance. He is a Graduate Cum Laude – BS Finance from LSU in 2012. He hopes to use that

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broadcasting from a London rooftop, bombs bursting in the background announcing ‘This Is London!’ Then we laughed with Jack Benny, Baby Snooks and went to sleep with Glen Miller.” WAIT! HOLD IT! Or as Jimmie Durante would say, “STOP THE MUSIC”! Those are MY memories. I don’t remember lending or giving them away but I suddenly remembered that memories can’t be copyrighted. Like James Stewart’s invisible white rabbit in the movie “Harvey” they come and go, now and then, here and there and they are uncontrollable, unstoppable and sometimes very unhappy, like this one: Curtis Leblanc From the first to sixth grade, my best friend was Curtis Leblanc, son of Allen Leblanc, a route salesman for Holsum bread. When he was promoted to division supervisor they moved to Houma. I lost track of him until 1947 when my Dad was hired by Mr. Leblanc as a route salesman. One day my Dad said, “Leroy, I saw your old friend Curtis Leblanc in Houma today and he knowledge to help the children he comes across during his time in the country. “The Peace Corps requires a secondary job of volunteers,” Thibodaux said. “The secondary job is determined through interaction with the host community and assessing their needs. I am hoping to utilize my finance degree and experience to either meet my secondary goal or to create an after school business club or class.” He plans to bring a little Cajun flare to his host family, as well, of course. Thibodaux said that while in Cambodia, he has to live like the native people do. “I will have to live and eat with a Cambodian host family,” he said. “One of the goals of the Peace Corps is community integration. And that is essentially done by living like a local.” But another piece of his job is to give Cambodians a better understanding of America and the culture of its people. Thibodaux said he intends to show his host family and new neighbors how Louisianans live. He intends to introduce his new friends to the best parts of our state – including the delicious cuisine. “I can’t wait to cook a good jambalaya and other Cajun dishes for my host family,” Thibodaux said with a smile. The local leaves for his adventure on July 14.

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wants you to visit him.” One day he pulled up in his panel truck and said, “Get in. I’m going to Mr. Leblanc’s house on business.” “But Dad, I have some guests,” I said. Spending the afternoon with me were two lovely girls named Janette Griffin and Shirley Cheramie, both now deceased. Janette, I learned from her sister Eloise, died in Texas one year ago, was cremated and her ashes will be someday interred with her sister. This is a sad column to write because it’s about friends from my teenage years that I loved and are gone. “Y’all hop in,” Dad said. We sat behind the driver’s seat amid the smell of fresh bread. We met Curtis, now a handsome teenager with the same angelic smile and great personality I remembered from school. I uncomfortably watched my two friends sigh as they looked him over. The first thing he did was take us to the Intracoastal Canal where he showed us his pride and joy, a beautiful speed boat. The rest of the afternoon we cruised the water, stopping at a local church fair for hot

dogs and M.B.C. Pop Rouge. A good time was had by all, and as teenagers, having a good time was the prime directive. Driving back at dusk, again with the fresh bread smell, we came to the end of a very pleasant afternoon. Curtis and I kept in touch and we visited a few more times but one day my Dad, with a sad look said, “Son, your friend Curtis just drowned in the Houma canal.” My bright and happy life suddenly got very dark. I had lost grandparents, and in World War II, which had only ended a few years before, had lost two close friends, Nolty St. Pierre and Aramise Cheramie. Who were both were killed in action. But I had never encountered a pain such as this. A few days later, coming back from his funeral, I thought of an old song “I’ll be all Smiles Tonight.” There were no smiles that night or for many other nights. Epilogue: After 30 calls to Leblancs in Houma and Lockport, where he had an uncle, Stanley, I found none, therefore no pictures of Curtis, just a sad memory. Bye now!

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On May 7, the grandchildren of Donieten and Julie William Duet and their families held a Duet family reunion. Pictured standing left to right, Larson Duet, Mary Ann Duet Dufrene, Deane Duet Rousse, Eleanor “Popeye” Chouest George, Donald Vizier, Dean Chouest and Gary Duet; sitting left to right is Audrey Duet Breaux, Norma Duet Rhodes, Ethel Duet Guidry, Carol Bruce Richard and Anna Duet Lafont.

First Fish!

William Griffin, three-year-old son of Kendall and Amber Griffin, caught his first fish in May at his grandfather’s camp in Fourchon.

TOPS

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If no new money arrives, House Appropriations Chairman Cameron Henry said the delay for the cut would give students and parents more time to ready for the reduction. “The purpose of that is to give parents the opportunity to take out loans or do something else to prepare for that,” said Henry, R-Metairie. Senate leaders suggested they didn’t support the approach but approved it as part of a budget compromise struck in the final hours of the special legislative session. “If this helps us actually pass a budget and go home, I say we do it,” Sen. Bret Allain, R-Franklin, said late Thursday as he urged support. The final version of the budget — which includes cuts across a wide array of government programs — was passed less than an hour before the session had to end. The nearly 20-year-old Taylor Opportunity Program for Students, much beloved among middleclass families, would cost about $294 million in the upcoming 2016-17 school year to fully cover tuition for the more than 50,000 eligible students. Lawmakers allocated about $88 million less than that, a 30 percent cut. Democratic lawmakers opposed the approach taken to TOPS, saying cuts should be spread across both semesters, covering 70 percent of students’ tuition costs in both fall and spring. “Nothing’s fully funded. Don’t try to cover it up with a little fluffy amendment, because that’s all this is,” said Sen. Karen Carter Peterson, DNew Orleans. “It’s a joke.” House Republicans

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also got language included in the budget bill that required TOPS to get onethird of any additional money if the state gets more dollars from the tax changes passed by lawmakers than projected. Edwards, a Democrat, opposed both the frontloading of the TOPS payments and the contingency provision for any extra money that might show up. But he wouldn’t say in an early Friday morning news conference whether he’d strip the plans with his line-item veto. He said his office was “studying” the language. ___ Follow Melinda Deslatte on Twitter at http://twitter.com/melindadeslatte

Trial

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Charles Talley, attorney for Black Elk, and Frank Spagnoletti, representing some of the injured workers, said terms were confidential. “Significant compensation was paid to those who went through an absolutely horrific and tragic accident,” Spagnoletti said. “We’re happy to have it resolved.” The platform was about 17 miles from Grand Isle, Louisiana, in about 50 feet of water. It was shut down for maintenance and was not producing oil at the time of the explosion on Nov. 16, 2012. Three Filipino workers, Ellroy Corporal, Jerome Malagapo and Avelino Tajonera, died as a result of the accident. In addition to the lawsuit, federal criminal charges were filed in the case. A January trial is currently scheduled in the criminal case, which includes involuntary manslaughter charges against Black Elk and another company, Grand Isle Shipyards. Both companies have pleaded not guilty.

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Fishing begins Thursday for the 68th Annual Golden Meadow-Fourchon Tarpon Rodeo

Wednesday, June 29, 2016 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

FOURCHON, LA – Thousands of dollars in cash and prizes are up for grabs at this year’s Golden Meadow-Fourchon Tarpon Rodeo, which begins Thursday, June 30 through Saturday, July 2 at Moran’s Marina in Fourchon. Ashley Barrios, a State Farm Insurance agent in Cut Off, will be the first ever female admiral in the 68-year history of the rodeo. She is honored to be the first female Admiral. “Sixty-eight (68) years is a long time to not have a female represent this event,” said Barrios. “As an avid fisherwoman, I am excited for this opportunity to show that women love to fish just as much as our male counterparts do.” The rodeo is a wonderful family event with many children’s categories. Barrios encourages everyone to come out as a

family to participate in the fishing, food and festivities. “Stay close to home this year,” Barrios said. “The economy is down, so come enjoy what Lafourche Parish has to offer at our rodeo as a family.” Officials also announced that local artist Hank Holland has been chosen to do the rodeo artwork. Fishing begins at safelight on Thursday, and the weigh scales open at 1 p.m. on Friday. Food and drink booths open at 1 p.m. on both Friday and Saturday under the new, air-conditioned rodeo tent. The band Clustafunk will perform Friday night from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Then on Saturday, the Cajun Music Preservation Society is slated to perform from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., followed by the presentation of awards. The rodeo’s annual

King of the Catch Cook-off takes place on Friday, July 1 with judging will beginning at 4 p.m. The public can purchase tickets to sample dishes and vote for their favorite. Boiled shrimp dinners will be available Saturday from 4 to 7 p.m. The Rodeo has a little something for everyone in the entire family. There’s fishing, food booths, a

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cook-off, live music, an auction and much more. Visit the rodeo’s website, www.fourchontarponrodeo.com for more information, to purchase tickets, or to become a sponsor. Also, check out the official rodeo profiles on Facebook and Instagram.

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Wednesday, June 29, 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. _________________ For Sale: 2 bedroom, 2 bath trailer. Sits on private lot in Larose. $45,000. Call 6911367 and leave voicemail. _________________ House to be moved or torn down for materials. Call 985-6378198 or 985-258-5775. _________________ 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. _________________ For Sale: 3 bedroom; 2 bath; brick home; 1800 sq. ft.; attached garage; (next to Cut Off Elementary); 115 West 56th St., corner of Hwy 1; large lot, 100x182 with bayouside and storage shed; GE stainless steel kitchen appliances; 9 ft. ceilings; oak floors; all new paint; total update; elevation certificate; cheap flood insurance! Call 985-8700049. $178,000 OBO. _________________ House For Sale: 3 bedroom; 1 bath; $60,000 as is; 165 East 37th St., in Cut Off. Nice neighborhood. Must be sold as soon as possible. For more info, call (985) 693-8877 or (985) 691-1033. _________________ House For Sale: 802 W. 11th Street in Larose. 4BR, 2.5ba. partially furnished, 4,000 sqft., 2 car garage, large shed. Asking $175,000 OBO. Call 985-6378797 or 985-6938131. _________________

Large House For Sale: 3 bedroom, 2 full baths. Located in Cut Off. Asking $65,000 as is. Call (985) 278-8360 or (985) 696-8560. _________________ NEW LISTING! House and Lot, 310 St. Anthony St. in Raceland. 3 bedroom; 2 bath; 2 car garage; new A/C-Heater; fenced back yard; oak trees; mostly furnished; appliances. Appraised at $158,600. Will sell for less. 985-696-8609. _________________

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., $ 3 0 0 0 / m t h , $1000/dep. Serious inquiries only. Call 985-665-7375. _________________ Office For Sale: Owner financing or lease. Call 985-6963132. _________________ Established Business For Sale: Hartman’s Ag and Feed Store. Located off Hwy 308 in Lockport. Ph: (985) 688-6660. _________________

FOR RENT

Camper Spaces For Rent: in Golden Meadow. $340/ month Call 985-475-7696 or 985-398-0172. _________________

Ask about FREE RENT Move In Special! Large 2BR, 1ba. apt. in Cut Off. Pets welcomed. Furnished and unfurnished units available. Unfurnished unit $795/mo. with lease. $750/sec. deposit. To see pics go to www.coteblancheapartments.com. Call Bill at 985-325-5626. _________________

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REDUCED PRICE! This 4,400 sqft building in the heeart of Lockport sits on a 37’x235’ tract of landd and offffers lots of parking space. space

The motivated seller has reduced the price to $1115,000.

MOTIVA VATED SELL LER!

Call Addy Leg gendre for a showing!

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3 Rentals Available! 2 Story House for rent: 5 bedroom; 3 bath in Golden Meadow. $1200/mth. ALSO 1 bedroom, 1 bath in Valentine. $500/mth. Utilities paid. Also, 4BR brick home in Cut Off. $900/mo. Call 2586039. _________________ 1 Bedroom Apt with Kitchenette and bath. $350/mth plus utilities. Mathews, LA. Call (985) 537-9259. _________________ House For Rent: Nice 3bd., 2ba. located at 160 West 214th St. in Galliano. Golden Meadow school district. PROMOTION: $500 for 1st Month’s Rent! $975/mo. & $975/ dep. Call 985-6375567. _________________ House For Rent: 3bd., 1ba. All appliances included. $800/mo. FMI call 985-258-8127. _________________ For Rent in Grand Isle: Hugh 3bd., 2ba. mobile home. Fully furnished; includes washer/dryer, private yard. $850/mo. Call Pat at 985-787-2207 or 504-382-5179. _________________ For Rent: little house; single occupancy or couple; utilities paid; grass cut; $650/mth., $500/dep. Call 985696-0818. Located in Larose. _________________ For Rent: Single bedroom apt; all utilities included; washer /dryer provided; no pets allowed; no smoking. $675/mth., $500/ deposit. Call 985-798-5800. _________________ Mobile Home For Rent: 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, located at 313 Comeaux Drive. $650/ rent and $600/deposit. (985) 258-6610 or (985) 258-5273. _________________ For Rent: 3bd, 2ba. home in Galliano. $900/mth with a $500/dep. plus utilities. Call 985-2587808 or 985-677-1889. _________________ Apt For Rent: 1 bedroom, partly furnished. Golden Meadow. $500/ month; $300/ dep. Call 985-4757696 or 985-3980172. _________________

Apt For Rent: Newly remodeled; unfurnished; 2 bedroom; 1 bath; large living room and kitchen; laundry room; located in Cut Off area; no smoking; no pets. Asking $700/ rent and $700/deposit. Must sign 1year lease. FMI Call 985-696-0229. _________________ For Rent: 2 Bedroom, 2 bath House, 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. _________________ Townhouse For Rent: 2 bedroom; 1 ½ bath; 151 West 124th St., Apt. #3. Appliances, grass cut, good neighborhood. $600 a month; $600 deposit. Call John at 985-691-8313. _________________ Trailer For Rent: 3 bedroom/ 2 bath; fully furnished; washer/ dryer; central A/C and heat; covered carport. Located in Cut Off. No smoking inside/ no pets. $900/ month; $500/ deposit. Utilities not included. Call 985691-8110. _________________ Room for Rent in Cut Off area: $100 a week; electric and water included; cable, tv, wifi, washer and dryer also included; preferably a non smoker, but smoking allowed on front and back deck; no alcohol or drug use! Race/gender/sexual preference not an issue. Call Brian at 985-255-6971 _________________ Studio Cottage For Rent: Single occupancy (1 person). $600/mo and $300/damage dep. All utilities paid. Lawn service provided. Private laundry mat on site. Located in Larose. 985-665-9618 or 985-859-3953. _________________ 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. _________________

REDUCED PRICE!

This 10,731 sqft building in thhe heart of Lockport sits right offff LA Hwy. 1 in a heavy traffffic area. area Building sits on an 8111’x235’ x235 tract of land and offffers lots of parkingg space.

The motivated seller has reduced r the price drastically to $3316,500.

MOTIVA VATED SELL LER!

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985-691-3873 Since 1916

Since 1916

200 Hwy. 3161 Suite #1, Cu ut Off ff 985-325-7107

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.

200 Hwy. 3161 Suite #1, Cu ut Off ff 985-325-7107

Warehouse For Sale in Golden Meadow

Located just north of Goldenn Meadow bridge on Hwy 308. 4925 total square footage. Lots of parking availablee plus 75 ft. water frontage with bulkhead. Living space available in warehouse.

$1,360,000

REDUCED PRIC CE. READY TO SELL! $9 95,000!

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Since 1916

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Since 1916

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Trailer For Rent: 3 bd., 2 ba. in Golden Meadow. Private street. 985-677-1155. _________________ 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. _________________

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 _________________

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. _________________ 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. _________________ 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. _________________ 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 985691-1367, leave voicemail. _________________ 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. $1,000/mth., $1,000/ dep. Call 232-1948. _________________

MERCHANDISE

55 Gallon Food Grade Plastic Drums with lids for sale. Please call (985) 291-1329 for more information. _________________ 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 985691-1367, leave voicemail. _________________ For Sale: Snapper lawnmower. Like new. Call 985-258-5857. _________________

GARAGE SALES

Garage Sale: 185 East 74th Place, 8am to 5pm June 30 and July 3. Sealy twin bed, plants, men, women, children and infant clothing, sandals, pool toys, toys, fragrances, jewelry, comforters and sheets, clocks, beach towels, great misc! Look for the pink sign. _________________ Garage Sale: 7129 2nd Street, Lockport (Nolan Toups Sub) Lots of kids items including bikes, scooters, clothes, and toys. All items priced low to sell Saturday, July 2 from 6am to 3pm. _________________ Garage Sale on Saturday, July 2 starting at 7 am at 348 East 55th St., Cut Off (last house on the street). Items such as a 46” flat screen tv, laminate flooring, kitchen items, books, DVDs, etc. will be sold. _________________ Garage Sale: Thursday, June 30 and Friday, July 1 from 8am to 3pm. Lot of everything. 109 West 80th St. in Cut Off. No early birds. _________________ Garage Sale: fishing rods, troll motor, tools, shop vacs, bunks, mirrors, chairs, bakers rack, corning, kitchen, cast iron, silver trays, sewing machine, mirrors, vintage trucks, paneling, phones, DVDs, binoculars, clothes, jewelry, décor, trophies, Disney, Matchbox, etc. 314 East 74th, from 8am until. Thursday, June 30 to Saturday, July 2. Saturday- half price. _________________ Indoor Garage Sale: June 29 to July 8. Lots of brand new, name brand cothing and shoes for all ages. Brand new gift items, kitchen wear “Coach” bags and jewelry. 276 East 37 St., Cut Off. 985-691-0155. _________________ Huge Multi Family Garage Sale Lots of womens, mens, and kids clothes and shoes. Knick-knacks and more. 134 East 26th Place in Larose. Thursday, June 30 and Friday, July 1 from 7am til. _________________

3 Family Garage Sale: 198 East 51 St. in Cut Off. Thursday, June 30 and Saturday, July 2 from 8am to 4pm. Lots of everything. _________________ Garage Sale: Thurday, June 30 from 8am to 2pm. Clean, quality items. Lots of jewelry. Dooney and Bourke. 501 West 112, Cut Off. No early birds, please. _________________

AUTOS

For Sale: 2002 Chevy Avalanche, asking $5,500 OBO. Contact All-State Credit at 985-325-2531 or after 5 p.m. at 912-5849472 _________________

HELP WANTED

Operations Manager- Doerle Food Service in Port Fourchon, LA. Will manage all aspects of the day-to-day operations to ensure maximum service levels to our customers within a safe work environment. Will oversee their supervisors ensuring training, development and team building. Requires core computer skills, strong interpersonal communications, and 5 years production management experience preferred. For more information and to apply: www.doerlefoods.com _________________ The Lafourche Council on Aging, Inc. has a job opening for Homemaker Clerk. This job is for 15 hours per week. Starting pay is $8.72 per hour. Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test. Must have reliable transportation. Must provide proof of liability insurance. Must be able to pass nationwide background check. Application will be taken until Friday, July 01, 2016 at 12:00 noon. Apply at the Lafourche Council on Aging office at 4876 Hwy. 1 Mathew, La. 70375. For more information call Lynette Billiot at (985) 5320458. _________________ Property inspection company is seeking a field Rep to service Houma, LA and surrounding areas to perform residential property inspections. Field Rep will obtain photos and measurements. Field Rep is responsible for accurate/timely completion and submission of field reports via our website. Experience is preferred and some construction background is helpful. Military and/or retired welcomed. Please send resume with contact information to resumes @nationalis.com. _________________

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www.thelafourchegazette.com Lafourche Arc is looking for energetic, compassionate individuals to work flexible hrs. and days w / individuals w / disabilities who live in the lower Lafourche area. Assistance with transportation, personal hygiene & household tasks is needed. Agency will train. High school diploma, GED or 5 yrs paid related exp. required. Scheduling flexibility required. FMI contact Meka Williams at 985447-6214 ext. 120 or Gina Gaudet at ext. 115. Applications may be completed at Lafourche Arc, 100 W. Main St., Thibodaux. EOE, M/F/V/H. _________________ Southern Guard Service, Inc. is now accepting applications for Security Guard positions. Apply at 109 W. 12th St., Larose. Call 985-6934316. _________________ Coastal Janitorial Services is now hiring! Cleaning ladies needed 5 days a week. Call 632-5791. _________________ Heartland Barge Management, INC. located 20 minutes outside St. Louis, MO. We provide barge line services, barge management, equipment management services, facilitate sale or lease, and marine consulting services for Inland waterways in the United States and throughout the world. There is no charge for listing equipment! Our services are free until we have a successful Closing or Lease Agreement in place. Check us out at www. heartlandbarge.com $0 (618) 281-4515. _________________ SBL Construction, LLC has an opening for a heavy equipment operator that also holds a Class B CDL with air brakes with clean driving record. Must be able to pass a physical and drug screening. FMI call 985-665-1220. _________________

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. _________________

SBL Construction is hiring an operator Foreman and Roustabouts. Must be able to pass drug screen and physical, have dependable vehicle to and from work, have a good work ethic and have a TWIC card. FMI Call 985-665-1220. _________________ A local company is looking to expand its Accounting Department and is in search of an Accounts Receivable Clerk. Must be able to create invoices, enter invoices into 3rd party systems, call customers for payment, pay close attention to detail, have a high school education/ GED and a degree/certification is preferred. Must successfully pass a physical and drug screen. Please send resume to acct.clerk0112 @gmail.com _________________ Dufrene Building Materials is accepting applications for Experienced CDL Driver for the Cut Off location. Offering paid vacation, health insurance, 401k. Must submit druf screen and physical. Apply at 14502 West Main St., Cut Off, LA. _________________ Triple Son Farms Transport is accepting applications for Experienced CDL 18 Wheeler Driver. Offering paid vacation, health ins., 401k. Must submit to drug screen. Apply at 14502 West Main St., Cut Off, LA. _________________ Peach Tree Bakery is taking applications for different positions. Day and night shifts available. Some bakery experience needed. Apply in person ONLY from 6am to 9am. No phone calls. _________________ Nail Tech and Hair Stylists needed at Mane Attraction in Cut Off. Contact Kim at 985-856-1218 to schedule an interview. _________________

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Call Linda or Penny for details:

448-7623

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

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 7am - 5pm

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CLASSIFIED ADS

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. _________________ 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. _________________ 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 Tree Service Tree cutting and trimming. Any size. Reasonable rates. Free estimates. Licensed. Call 985-258-0465. _________________ Does your interior home or office need a painting or staining update? Text your name and number to (985) 6966978. Willing to work after hours in offices. _________________ Joseph (Champ) Edwards & Sons 125 West 15 St., Larose, LA Wash and Wax all cars, trucks and boats. Call (985) 6934613. _________________ Jim Crochet Home Improvements and Additions Carpentry, Plumbing, Roofing, Patios, Vinyl Siding, Flooring, Pressure Washing, Painting and more. Free estimates! Great prices! Call Jim at (985) 805-1531. _________________ Plaisance Sheet Metal Summer Sale! All gutters, patios and roofing, 15% off. Now through August 19. Call for your free estimate, 985-632-4936. _________________ Can Do Brick, Block & Stone Work. Call for free estimates. Keith Thayer at 985-637-3569. _________________

I do grass cutting and flower maintenance. Call The Grass Master at 985-688-8475. I also do house cleaning and vehicle detailing. Call The Clean Machine at 985-6888474. _________________ 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 985-3976254 or email curtis orgeron @gmail.com _________________ Earl’s Yard & Pressure Washing Service., Earl P. Duet, owner. Call 985-6917570. _________________ Curry’s Painting Service New construction, remodels, interior- exterior, pressure washing, shingle roofing, new & repair. Experienced. Call 985-258-0465 or 985258-6414. _________________ 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. _________________ 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. _________________ Need your grass cut? Call Bruce’s Lawn Care. (985)677-6264. Free estimates. Low rates. _________________ Kerry Chiasson Carpentry For all your carpentry needs. Call 985-6376279. _________________

OBITUARIES

RICKEY AUCOIN

Rickey “Lil Rick” L. Aucoin Jr., 29, a native and resident of Cut Off passed away June 13. Visitation was held on June 28 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church from 9 a.m. until service time. Memorial Mass was held at 10 a.m. He is survived by parents, Juanita B. Bruce (Darrel Sr.) and Rickey L. Aucoin Sr. (Julie); sister, Heather Aucoin (comp. Joshua), Dustin Aucoin (comp. Lauren); nephews and nieces, Preston, Presley, and Preslynn Aucoin; 3 step brothers; 3 step sisters; 4 step nephews; and 5 step nieces. He was preceded in death by his granparents, Steven and Yvonne Bourg and Dudley and Colleen Aucoin; and step grandfather, Leroy Bruce. _________________

Dog Grooming at Pitre’s Feed & Seed. Call JoAnn Pitre at 696-2321. _________________ Concrete Work Forming, pouring & finishing – houses, buildings, driveways, patios, walkways, etc. Call Glenn Hughes, Jr at 985-209-5552. _________________

NOTICES

POSTED: No Trespassing, Hunting, Trapping or Fishing on all properties owned by Louisiana Delta Farms - I.P. Farm’s, Inc. in Lafourche Parish. Violators will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. _________________ Using The Lafourche Gazette’s dumpster located near the East Side Food Store building across from the office is not allowed! Violators will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. Also, do not dump seafood peelings or other items into the bayou behind The Lafourche Gazette’s property, 12958 East Main, Larose. _________________

PRAYERS

HURRICANE PRAYER To avert storms & hurricanes Father, all the elements of nature obey your command. Calm the storms and hurricanes that threaten us and turn our fear of your power into praise of your goodness. Grant this through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son, Who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, One God, forever and ever. Amen ______________________ PRAYER TO ST. JUDE Most Holy Apostle, St. Jude, Faithful servant and friend of Jesus, the church honors and invokes you universally, as the patron of hopeless cases, of things almost despaired of. Pray for me, I am so helpless and alone. Make us, I implore you, of that particular privilege given to you, to bring visible help where help is almost despaired of. Come to my assistance in this great need that I may receive the consultation and help of heaven in all my necessities tribulations, and sufferings, particularly (here make request) and that I may praise God with you and all the elect forever. I promise, O Blessed St. Jude, to be ever mindful of this great favor, to always honor you as my special and powerful patron, and to grtefully encourage devotion to you, Amen. Than you St. Jude for granting me petition. Say 3 Our Fathers and 3 Hail Maryy’s for 9 days Amen _______________________

HOLLY BREAUX

Holly A. Breaux, 41, a native and resident of Larose passed away on Friday, June 24. Visitation will be held at Samart-Mothe Funeral Home on Thursday, June 30 from 9 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 12 p.m. at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church with burial to follow in the church cemetery. She is survived by her father, David J. Breaux, Sr. and wife Leomarie D. Breaux; mother, Kim Kiffe Breaux and companion Toby Duet; grandparents, Barbara Chouest, Malcolm Breaux; brother, David J. Breaux, Jr.; sisters, Michelle Breaux, Bambi Breaux. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. _________________

Plans are in effect for Drive Sober O or Get Pulled Over Campaign The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office will join other local law enforcement agencies in participating in the national Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign which runs June 30 through July 5. The campaign is coordinated and funded by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission. Additional deputies will be assigned to saturated patrol efforts, and there will be two checkpoints held in conjunction with the campaign. A seat belt checkpoint will be conducted on Friday, July 1, and a DWI checkpoint will also begin on Friday night, and continue into the early morning hours of Saturday, July 2. During the seat belt checkpoint, deputies will be checking motorists for seat belt and safety seat violations, as well as other violations such as expired inspection tags. During the

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. JUNE 23, 2016 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Mark Adams, Jr., 22, Thibodaux. Domestic abuse battery involving strangulation. Khadija Batiste, 21, Houma. Violation of probation & parole. Byron Oglesby, 45, Cut Off. Enter and remain after being forbidden (2 cts); Contempt of court (5 cts). Elijah Rodrigue, 38, Thibodaux. Simple burglary-immovable structure (accessory after fact). Nichole Short, 35, Thibodaux. Simple burglary-immovable structure (accessory after fact). Shane Thibodaux, 23, Bayou Blue. Possession of marijuana (1st); possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine; possession/ distribution of drug paraphernalia; simple burglary-immovable structure. Shane Nichols, 24, Houma. Contempt of court (3cts). Shayla Climax, 25, Gretna. Contempt of court. Thibodaux Police Department Terry Goudy, 26, New Orleans. Contempt of court. Rashon Maize, 19, Thibodaux. Simple burglary-motor vehicle (15cts); simple burglary-motor vehicle (attempted)(3cts); simple burglary-motor vehicle (19cts). Timothy Lovelace, 33, Thibodaux. Contempt of court; Violation of probation/parole. Dana Miller, 55, Thibodaux. Theft of goods. JUNE 24, 2016 Thibodaux Police Department Hunter Lirette, 20, Houma. Criminal mischief; urinating in public; contempt of court. Chase Hutchinson, 18, Houma. Battery of a police officer; battery (2nd); resisting an officer. Ryan Willaims, 36, Houma. Illegal carrying of weapons; firearm free zone; possession of a firearm or carrying of a concealed weapon by a person convicted of domestic abuse battery; resisting an officer; fugitive of Terrebonne Parish. Kion Caldwell, 26, Thibodaux. Simple robbery. Louisiana State Police Peter Grabert, 23, Lockport. DWI (1st); careless operation. Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Diamonte Johnson, 17, Thibodaux. Simple burglary of a motor vehicle (19 cts) David Gonzales, 27, Lockport. Simple criminal damage to property. Sharday Charles, 20, Raceland. Contempt of court (2 cts) Natasha Coler, 23, Schriever. Contempt of court. Charles Foret, 33, Raceland. Contempt of court. David Brown, 38, Houma. Aggravated escape-conspiracy. Michela Barrett, 45, Raceland. Contempt of court (5 cts) JUNE 25, 2016 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Jose Alejo-Izquierdo, 57, Galliano. Domestic abuse battery involving strangulation with child endangerment. Amber Portier, 26, Galliano. Monmetary instrument abuse; contempt of court. Joseph David, 44, Bayou Blue. 2nd degree battery. Thibodaux Police Department

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. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, drunk driving is a deadly epidemic that takes the lives of more than 10,000 people each year, on average. In 2014, there was one drunk driving fatality every 53 minutes. Sheriff Craig Webre thanks citizens in advance for designating a driver if you plan to drink. He also thanks citizens for their cooperation and patience when passing through these checkpoints and for recognizing the importance of raising awareness for safety issues.

Chris Bourgeois, 19, Vacherie. Simple criminal damage to property. Kevin Jones, 53, Marrero. Resisting an officer; theft of goods. Erin Bradley, 37, Thibodaux. Domestic abuse battery with child endangerment. Nikeda Woods, 33, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. JUNE 26, 2016 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Christopher Terrebonne, 24, Lockport. Obscenity (4 cts); battery of a police officer; self mutilation by a prisoner. Ronald Smith, 29, Houma. Contempt of court (2 cts); simple burglary of an inhabited dwelling. Tony Clark, 34, Lockport. Fugitive of St. Mary Parish. Chantelle Richard, 29, Bayou Blue. Disturbing the peace. Michael Ray, 55, Mathews. Obstruction of justice; enter/remain after being forbidden; possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia. Michall Morris, 22, Raceland. Contempt of court. Richard Woods, 27, Raceland. Contempt of court (3 cts); unauthorized use of a motor vehicle. Damen Smith, 37, Golden Meadow. Contempt of court. Larry Boudreaux, 47, Raceland. Simple battery. Bronson Benoit, 32, Thibodaux. Domestic abuse battery with child endangerment; simple escape; forgery. Jacob Leblanc, 31, Lockport. Contempt of court. Thibodaux Police Department Allen Thibodaux, 31, Thibodeaux. Possession of marijuana (1st); possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia. Joshua Champagne, 35, Raceland. Contempt of court (2 cts) Kevin Jones, 53, Morrero. Misrepresentation during booking. Douglas Wright, 58, Thibodaux. Theft of goods. Lockport Police Department Daniel Duet, 39, Cut Off. Contempt of court.

Wednesday, June 29, 2016 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

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Clair Lovell was the recipient of the 2016 Golden Meadow Rotary Club Scholarship. The Rotary club donates a $3,500 scholarship yearly to a South Lafourche graduate to attend Nicholls State University. Clair is shown receiving a certificate from the Rotary Club president, Peggy Guidry.

Joseph Billiot was the May 2016 winner of a $50 Walmart gift card donated by the Golden Meadow Rotary Club as part of a monthly drawing for members of the Golden Meadow Senior Citizen Center. Gift card winners are chosen by a monthly drawing. Call 4757701 for more information or drop by for a visit at 102 Ena Drive in Golden Meadow. Billiot is shown accepting the prize from Darlene Guidry, Golden Meadow Senior Citizen Manager.

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.

Two Rednecks

Two rednecks meet on a dusty country road. One of them is carrying a big bag labeled, “chickens.” “Chickens, eh?” says one guy. “Hey, if I guess how many chickens you got, will

you give me one?” “Heck,” says the guy with the bag, “If you guess right, I’ll give you both of ‘em.” The other scratches his head and guesses, “Um … is it five?”

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Wednesday, June 29, 2016 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

Special Education District No. 1 (The Center) would like to recognize Jamie Adams for her continuous attendance of fifteen years at The Center. Pictured above are Jamie and Executive Director Rose Grabert.

Special Education District No. 1 (The Center) would like to recognize Brenda Ballam for her continuous attendance of ten years at The Center. Pictured above are Brenda and Executive Director Rose Grabert.

Lafourche Libraries announce upcoming July events

Children visiting the Lockport Branch Library this summer have been busy writing and practicing a puppet show of their own, which they will perform for members of the public at 2 p.m. on July 9 at the library, 720 Crescent Avenue. Refreshments will be served. The Wetland Express, a mobile educational program of the Audubon Nature Institute, will visit the L o c k p o r t Branch Library, to provide children with a live, interactive animal experience at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. on July 14, thanks to a community grant from Walmart. Registration is required to participate, so sign up at the library for either the morning or afternoon session. Meet author Madison Granger when she visits the Lockport Branch Library at 2 p.m. on July 16 and learn about her book Phoenix Rising. Alstarz Cheer Academy will host a free mini cheer camp from 10 a.m. to noon on July 18 at the South Lafourche Branch Library, 16241 E. Main Street, in Cut Off. Although the cheer camp is free, space is limited, so registration is required to attend. Sign up at the library.

Rhythm and Soul will perform a variety of dance styles in a series of free performances to celebrate the end of the 2016 Summer Reading Program in Lafourche. The group will perform at 10:30 a.m. on July 19 at the South Lafourche Branch Library; and 2 p.m. on July 19 at the Holy Savior Catholic School cafeteria, 201 Church Street, in Lockport. People of all ages are invited to test their skills at the Nintendo and Super Nintendo versions of the classic game Super Mario Bros. at the Lockport Branch Library’s Super Mario Bros. Tournament at 10 a.m. on July 20. Registration is required to participate, so sign up at the library. Tweens and teens can enjoy a “campout” with campfire songs, s’mores, and more at the Raceland Branch Library, 177 Recreation Drive, at 4 p.m. on July 21 in celebration of National Parks and Recreation Month The Lockport Branch Library will host a free art workshop for children at 2 p.m. on July 30 with guest artist Carolyn France. Registration is required, so sign up at the library.

Special Education District No. 1 (The Center) would like to recognize Halen Savoie for his continuous attendance of five years at The Center. Pictured above are Halen and Executive Director Rose Grabert.

LAFOURCHE PARISH GOVERNMENT BOARD & COMMISSION VACANCIES

Special Education District No. 1 (The Center) would like to recognize Tyler Sposito for his continuous attendance of one year at The Center. Pictured above are Tyler and Executive Director Rose Grabert.

Special Education District No. 1 (The Center) would like to recognize Kenneth Ougel for his continuous attendance of twenty-five years at The Center. Pictured above are Kenneth and Executive Director Rose Grabert.

Drainage District No. 6

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

Fifth Ward Gravity Drainage District No. 5

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

Fire Protection District No. 3

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

Fire Protection District No. 8-A

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

Fire Protection District No. 9

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

Game and Fish Commission

Property taxpayer of Lafourche Parish

Head Start Policy Council

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

Heroes Monument Commission

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

Heroes Monument Commission

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

Heroes Monument Commission

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

Hospital Service District No. 1

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

Lafourche Parish Youth Council

High School Student between the ages of 15-18 residing in one of the following Council District’s listed: 1, 2, 4, 5, 8 & 9

Sewerage District No. 1

Resident residing in the boundaries of Sewerage No. 1 district

South Lafourche Beachfront Development District

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

South Lafourche Beachfront Development District

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

Tourist Commission

Lafourche Parish resident of Ward 11

The deadline for these positions will be Wednesday July 13, 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.