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Sunday, June 7, 2015

Senators refuse to charge Jindal’s office for travel costs

Port holds hurricane readiness meeting

Sale-ing through Summer

Melinda Deslatte Associated Press

Doug Cheramie, II Contributing Writer

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Senators have rejected a plan approved by House lawmakers that would have Gov. Bobby Jindal’s office pay his security detail costs for his extensive out-of-state travel, rather than the state police. The House proposed transferring $2.5 million from Jindal’s office next year to the state police to cover the price tag of state troopers traveling with the Republican governor. The Senate Finance Committee, however, stripped that plan from the budget proposal Thursday.

With the 2015 Atlantic basin hurricane season kicking off this week, the Greater Lafourche Port Commission recently held its annual hurricane preparedness meeting for port tenants at its operations facility in Port Fourchon. A large number of port tenant representatives were on hand to discuss the coming issues regarding the season and how the port is preparing for any eventual tropical weather that may effect the area. Harbor Police Chief Jon Callais addressed the audience noting that while the 2015 season is expected to be a below average one in terms of number of named storms, “it only takes one to really mess up our places of work and our homes.” Callais stressed to the tenant representatives the need for accurate contact information for all companies at the port should they need to be contacted during a weather emergency. “Please go to our website and make sure the current contact information is correct for your company,” he stressed. “We can’t get in touch with you if we don’t have correct names, telephone numbers, email addresses and the like.” See Port Page 3-A

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SOUTH LAFOURCHE LEVEE DISTRICT 3:00 p.m. SLLD Office 17904 Hwy. 3235, Galliano SL QUILTERS 6:00 p.m. Larose Civic Center

GREATER LAFOURCHE PORT COMMISSION COMMITTEE MEETING 6:00 p.m. Galliano Office

AMERICAN LEGION #259 6:30 p.m. Golden Meadow TUESDAY, JUNE 9

LAFOURCHE PARISH COUNCIL Special Meeting: 4:30 p.m. Regular Meeting: 5:00 p.m. 4876 Hwy. 1, Mathews LAFOURCHE LODGE F & AM 7:30 p.m. West Main, Cut Off

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10 GREATER LAFOURCHE PORT COMMISSION BOARD MEETING 10:30 a.m. Galliano Office

AMERICAN LEGION #315 7:00 p.m. Galliano

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VOLUME 26 NUMBER 34

Staff photo by Babs

The Grand Isle Community Development Team sponsored their annual 7-mile garage sale and craft show on Saturday, May 23. Home and camp owners, along with craft vendors, participated, displaying their wares. Amanda Mayberry checks out the some of the jeans she found at one sale.

Senators close health care gaps in next year’s budget Melinda Deslatte | Associated Press

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Senators crafted a new version of next year’s $24 billion budget proposal Thursday, using dollars anticipated from a cigarette tax hike and increased fees on car buyers to stop deep cuts to public health care services. The Senate Finance Committee adopted 39 pages of changes to the House-approved budget bill in a late-evening session, adding about $250 million for programs and services. As the spending plan advances to the full Senate for debate, public colleges and health programs for the poor would be spared cuts in the fiscal year that begins July 1. “When needs were critical, we tried to fund

them,” Committee Chairman Jack Donahue, RMandeville, said after the meeting. This week, the committee made adjustments to House bills that scale back tax-break programs and raise taxes on smokers. Senators’ adjustments boosted the revenue raised from the $615 million in tax changes passed by the House to about $750 million, mainly by increasing the planned cigarette tax hike to $1 per pack. Senators plugged in that additional money, along with dollars anticipated from fee increases on car buyers and other financing maneuvers, to offset cuts in the House version of the budget. Among the biggest beneficiaries of Thursday’s action would be the operators of LSU’s privatized hospitals and the LSU medical schools in New Orleans and Shreveport. See Senators Page 3-A

Golden Meadow Historical Center reopens after renovations

Local mom’s fight results in victory Gazette Staff Reports

It took almost a decade of fighting, but Louisiana children are about to be less likely to suffer from the dangers that come with meningococcal meningitis. On Thursday afternoon, state lawmakers unanimously passed House Bill No. 342, which pertained to “vaccinations required prior to enrolling in an educational institution.” In the bill, which is co-authored by State Rep. Jerry “Truck” Gisclair, meningococcal meningitis vaccinations are added as required im-

Since losing her son, Jeri Acosta has used her tragic story to bring awareness to Meningococcal Meningitis and vaccines.

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The Golden Meadow Historical Center, located within the Golden Meadow Branch Library, 1403 N. Bayou Drive, has reopened after an extensive expansion. New showcases in the original museum have been added. The museum now has a nice sitting area where one can browse through the museum’s many picture albums or simply sit and visit. There is a pictorial exhibit on the history of our area’s trawl boats, oilfield, oyster boats, and trapping, along with many new individual and group pictures. Our area’s military are also honored with more than 350 pictures. If you have visited the museum before, come again. If you have not, drop by soon. The entrance to the museum is through the library, and the museum is open during library hours. Large or small group tours can be accommodated by calling the Golden Meadow Branch Library at (985) 4755660. The Golden Meadow Historical Center would like to thank its sponsors, the Lafourche Parish Public Library and the Town of Golden Meadow.

munizations for any person entering an educational institution for the first time. The push to get required vaccinations for meningococcal meningitis was in part led by Galliano woman Jeri Acosta, who lost her son Robert to the disease in 2006. Through a push called “Rob’s Revolution,” Acosta has been educating people of the dangers that come with the disease. It’s a push that helped spark the new law, which will keep other households from experiencing the pain and heartache that the Acosta family felt when Robert was affected by the disease. The mother said she experienced the full range of emotions since the bill was passed – from happiness to tears of joy. The Legislature named the bill the Robert Michael Acosta Bill to commemorate the fight and Rob’s Revolution. “As I reply, it’s with a heavy heart,” Jeri Acosta said this week. “Tears. Joy. Thanks. Tears of why I’m sharing Robert’s story. Joy of making a difference for others. And thanks for those who helped me get there.” See Victory Page 3-A

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Larose VBS set for June 8 – 12

The First Baptist Church of Larose will host Vacation Bible School June 8 – 12 from 6 to 9 p.m. for children in kindergarten through sixth grade. The free, jungle-themed event will include games, Bible stories, activities, music, crafts and snacks. The church is located on West 16th Street in Larose.

Horse Camp slated for June 8 - 12

The Ro-Duz Ranch will be sponsoring a summer horse camp for ages 5 and up on June 8 through June 12 from 3- 6 p.m. The ranch is located at the end of W. 190th St. in Galliano. Participants will learn the basics of horsemanship including riding in the arena from 3 to 6 p.m. each day. Email roduzranch @rocketmail.com for registration forms. Cost is $250 per child for the week.

Prayer breakfast to be held June 11

Rev. Morris Hunter, Jr. would like to invite all pastors to the monthly prayer breakfast on June 11, which is held at Hope Cen-

ter, located at 18100 East Main, Galliano. The breakfast will be at 8 a.m. Please RSVP by June 9 to 985325-4673.

Conceal, carry class to be held June 13

A Conceal and Carry Gun Class will be held on June 13 at 8 a.m. at Alstarz Cheerleading Academy, 13347 West Main Street, Larose. Please call 985-6937109 FMI.

Flag retiring ceremony to be held June 15

The American Legion Anthony N Griffin Post 259 will have a ceremony at the Oak Ridge Park in Golden Meadow on Monday, June 15 at 5 p.m. to retire any unusable American Flags in a solemn ceremony. You are asked to bring any torn, tattered, or unusable flags to any of the post offices in Golden Meadow, Galliano or Cut Off by Thursday, June 11 or contact Donald Callais at 4755583.

Handgun course to be held June 28

A Concealed Handgun Training Course will be held on Sunday, June 28 from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. at the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Shooting Range, 3451 Highway 182, Raceland. Cost is $110. Advance registration is required. For more information, contact: Lieutenant Lafate Day (985) 532-4327 lafateday@lpso.net Participants must supply their protection gear and ammunition.

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Jindal has steadily increased his national travel as he readies for a likely 2016 presidential campaign he’s expected to announce June 24. And the head of the Louisiana State Police acknowledged in a recent budget hearing that his agency’s travel expenses have been going up for Jindal’s protective detail, even amid ongoing state budget shortfalls. The travel costs are higher than for Jindal’s two predecessors. The state police spent $2.2 million in hotel, meal and other expenses for the

Animals can’t speak for themselves. It’s our duty to be their voice, especially when they are victims of abuse. REPORT IT! Don’t hesitate to voice your concern to the proper authorities when you suspect or see abuse of any kind. Contact the sheriff’s nonemergency number at 798-2255 to ask someone to check out suspected abuse or neglect. Remember … animals depend on us for their safety, comfort and care. Don’t be afraid to speak out!

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Due to overwhelming demand, the Bayou Playhouse has scheduled two additional performances to its current running hit production of William Gibson’s southern classic, The Miracle Worker, a play based on Helen Keller’s autobiography, The Story of My Life. Additional performances will include a June 6 Saturday matinee at 2:30 pm and an evening performance on Sunday June 7 at 7:30 pm. “The Miracle Worker has sold out every performance since it’s May 15 opening and tickets sales for the final weekend are so strong that there was an overwhelming request by our patrons to add more shows,” said Bayou Playhouse Artistic Director Perry Martin. “We were more than happy to accommodate their request. It’s some of the best work we’ve presented and adding more dates for more patrons to see this production is one of the best problems a theatre

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can have.” This Bayou Playhouse production of The Miracle Worker, which reviewers called “Brilliant with unexpected humor” - The Times Picayune & WYES, Stepping’ Out said “...gut wrenching performances” is the powerful, heart-warming story of blind-deaf Helen Keller and Annie Sullivan, the teacher who through persistence, love & stubbornness rescued young Helen from a life of isolation & darkness into the light forever. Adapted into an Oscar Award winning film starring Anne Bancroft & Patty Duke, The Miracle Worker was the first play directed by Perry Martin 28 years & 130 productions ago. The Miracle Worker will run at the Bayou Playhouse on Friday June 5 and run through Sunday June 7, 2015. Tickets prices are $25 in advance online or $27 at the door. Performances run Friday, Saturday & Sunday

governor’s state trooper security detail this year, for both in-state and out-ofstate trips, lawmakers were told in a recent budget hearing. The Finance Committee didn’t talk about undoing the House plan to make Jindal’s office cover those types of costs before voting on the reversal as part of 39 pages of budget amendments adopted as a package. When asked about the adjustment after the meeting, Committee Chairman Jack Donahue said: “We thought that was the right thing to do.” “We want the governor to travel and not be protected when he travels? I mean, he’s the governor of the state of Louisiana,” said Donahue, R-Mandeville. The House had voted 55-35 to force Jindal’s office to cover those costs, a proposal that likely would have forced the governor to make cuts elsewhere in his office to pay for the expense. Both Democratic and Republican lawmakers in the House backed the plan. During the House debate, Rep. Ted James, DBaton Rouge, said the state police shouldn’t pay for costs associated with “the governor running for president.” Copyright 2015 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.

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Letters and Opinions Right to Know...

We, the people of Lafourche Parish should have the right to be made known of any and all actions that are to be done before it happens. The Barn, which is supposed to take care of and be responsible for many, a ditch among other things, also apparently has the right to poison your surroundings without permission. In other words they have the right to poison the people so long as you have a ditch in your front yard. Are we not human? Are we just things to them? Things to suck the life force out of? What if you have children and did not know they sprayed and yet your children wee playing in it? Or what if you had been walking bare foot to your mailbox and it absorbed through your feet? And what if your family dog

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ended up romping around in it? And out of all this what if your children, you or your family get sick or ended up with some sort of cancer you could not explain. Who then is responsible? Does the parish care about its’ people? They should not have the right to spray anything that kills anything unless the homeowner gives them permission to do so. What is next for the citizens of Lafourche? Or is this just a way to kill off its resident. Someone please help us and pray for here because no one it seems who works for the parish cares about their fellow citizens. Tammy Bollinger Larose

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Unrestrained passenger killed in Lafourche Parish crash

GRAY, La. (AP) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; State police say a 36-year-old Houma man died when the car in which he was a passenger ran off the road and overturned. Trooper Evan Harrell said in a news release the accident happened Monday night on Bayou Blue Bypass Road in Lafourche Parish. Harrell says a car driven by 27-year-old Anzlie Naquin of Thibodaux ran off the road in a curve, struck a ditch and overturned. He says Markeith Folse was ejected from the car and died a short time later at Thibodaux Regional Medical Center. Naquin suffered minor injuries. Harrell says Naquin was booked with vehicular homicide and careless operation. She is being held in the Lafourche Parish Online jail records did not list an attorney for Naquin. _____________

Former LSU, Southern FB player convicted in murder-for-hire

NEW ORLEANS (AP) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; U.S. Attorney Kenneth Polite (puh-LEET) says former LSU and Southern University football player Nemessis (NEE-messis) Bates has been convicted of hiring hit men to kill a friend who had stolen from him. Polite says federal jurors convicted the 36-yearold Kenner man Thursday of soliciting a crime of violence, use of interstate commerce to commit murder-for-hire, causing death by shooting and conspiracy to possess firearms. Bates â&#x20AC;&#x201D; originally from Vicksburg, Mississippi â&#x20AC;&#x201D; is called â&#x20AC;&#x153;Nemo.â&#x20AC;? He was accused of paying Walter â&#x20AC;&#x153;Urkelâ&#x20AC;? Porter and Aaron â&#x20AC;&#x153;Beadieâ&#x20AC;? Smith $20,000 to kill Christopher Smith in November 2010. Christopher Smith was shot at least 20 times. District Judge Sarah Vance scheduled Batesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; sentencing Sept. 9. He could get up to life in prison. Aaron Smith has pleaded guilty and awaits sentencing. Porter awaits trial on charges accusing him of shooting Christopher Smith. _____________

Psychiatrist testifies about Saints, Pelicans owner

NEW ORLEANS (AP) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; A psychiatrist who examined New Orleans Saints and Pelicans owner Tom Benson is the latest witness to testify about the 87-yearold billionaireâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mental health. Dr. Ted Bloch is one of three physicians who performed a court-ordered psychiatric evaluation, the results of which have been sealed. He was called as a witness Thursday by the lawyer representing Bensonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disowned daughter, Renee, and her children, Rita and Ryan LeBlanc. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s testified five-plus hours and is slated to continue Friday morning, after which the plaintiffs may rest their case. The estranged heirs contend their ouster from ownership positions with the teams resulted from their patriarch being manipulated by his third wife, Gayle, while he was mentally enfeebled. The courtroom has been closed to the public and participants are under a gag order. _____________

La. Senate agrees to let state agents enforce sea turtle law

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Louisiana House and Senate have both agreed to lift a ban that keeps state wildlife officials from enforcing federal laws that require shrimp nets to include escape hatches for sea turtles. A 36-0 vote Thursday from the Senate moved the proposal â&#x20AC;&#x201D; sponsored by Rep. Dorothy Sue Hill, a Democrat from Dry Creek â&#x20AC;&#x201D; one step from final legislative passage. Supporters of the bill say some big-box retailers have boycotted Louisiana shrimp because they object to the law being on the books and raised concerns about the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s handling of protections for endangered sea turtles. Sen. Norby Chabert, a Houma Republican who handled the bill in the Senate, described the measure as â&#x20AC;&#x153;doing all we can for our fishermen.â&#x20AC;? House Bill 668: www.legis.la.gov _____________

Victory From 1-A

Robertâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s story is one that hit close to home for thousands in the South Lafourche community. A 20-year-old South Lafourche High School graduate and then-University of LouisianaLafayette student, Acosta was a normal kid his age. He loved his friends, had a zest for life and was a fan of anything creative â&#x20AC;&#x201C; music, poetry, thespianism, anything of the sort. He woke up on Jan. 26, 2006 and had a problem, though no one thought it was anything overly severe. Robert had severe pain in his leg and groin. After a trip to the doctor, he was prescribed with a pulled muscle and sent home with painkillers to relax. Jeri Acosta said in a previous interview that she spoke to her son after the first diagnosis and he urged her not to worry. The two ended the conversation the same way as always. Robert told his mom that he loved her. Then, things changed. Robert soon started vomiting and suffering from a severe headache. After going to the emergency room, doctors informed Jeri Acosta that he had bacterial meningitis in his blood. Less than a day after experiencing his first symptoms, Robert had died. Robertâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s death, and other cases of the disease in that year started to bring awareness to how important prevention is. Jeri Acosta never relented on that fight, which brings us to the present with the Legislatureâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s law requiring all incoming students to get the vaccination. Acosta said she the whole situation fills her with pride, because she knows that children in our state are now far less likely to have to suffer in the same way that Rob did. She said that it warms her soul knowing that Robâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Revolution is making a difference, because her son wanted to do exactly that when he was here in the flesh. He wanted to always show kindness and love to those around him and make

a difference in their lives. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I was speechless and very emotional when it was motioned to name the bill after Robert,â&#x20AC;? Jeri Acosta said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is such a tribute to a young man who wanted to make a difference in the world, but never had a chance. I now know Robertâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Revolution will live on in others. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s called prevention.â&#x20AC;?

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All the gaps identified in the hospital deals were funded, and new money was provided to the medical schools so they wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to absorb millions in insurance and retiree costs from the privatization deals. Additional dollars were poured into state parks, state museums and the state library to lessen planned cuts. More money was added into the state education department to shrink reductions and give the agency enough money for standardized testing plans. Dollars were provided to open a new juvenile detention facility, to continue operating a voter outreach program in the secretary of stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office and to shrink planned cuts to the Agriculture Department. In addition to escaping cuts, higher education institutions received some addons in the Senate proposal. Funding was boosted to the LSU Agricultural Center and the Pennington Biomedical Research Center overseen by LSU. New dollars would be provided to the Southern University System, to Grambling State University and to community colleges. Nearly $26 million was restored to public health care programs, after senators were told they risked shuttering safety inspections, water monitoring programs and testing for possible disease outbreaks without the money. To help balance the budget, the committee stripped nearly $39 million

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in K-12 public education increases sought by the House and the state education board and reshuffled those dollars elsewhere, but maintained a proposed increase for students with disabilities. Donahue called pulling together the financing plans â&#x20AC;&#x153;a herculean job.â&#x20AC;? The full Senate plans to debate the budget bill Monday. Senators are in a contentious set of budget negotiations with the House, with the two sides at odds over whether to conform to Gov. Bobby Jindalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s parameters for what tax changes heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll consider. The House passed a set of financing plans that risk a veto from the Republican governor, while the Senate is trying to pull together a package of bills that Jindal would be willing to sign. Only days remain to work out a deal. The legislative session must end by June 11.

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Callais also went through the five stages the port uses when a hurricane is identified as a threat to the region. Level 1 is a â&#x20AC;&#x153;storm watchâ&#x20AC;? which goes into effect when a storm enters the Gulf of Mexico. Level 2 is a voluntary evacuation of the port when

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tropical storm force winds are expected at Port Fourchon within 72 hours. Level 3 is a recommended evacuation of the port when tropical storm force winds are expected within 50 hours. Level 4 is a mandatory evacuation when tropical storm force winds are expected at Fourchon within 36 hours. Callais also noted that Louisiana Highway 1 would be closed below the Leon Theriot lock south of Golden Meadow 12 hours after a mandatory evacuation is called. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Please plan accordingly to these time frames,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have to make sure everyone has ample opportunity to leave before the low lying portions of the highway are covered in water.â&#x20AC;? Level 5 is considered â&#x20AC;&#x153;storm in portâ&#x20AC;? when tropical storm force winds are expected within 24 hours and Level 6 is the recovery phase when officials will begin to clear roadways, survey damage and determine a timeline to allow company representatives back to the port to determine damage if any. Port officials will use a variety of communications measures to stay in contact with the public during weather events including telephone, email and text messages as well as updates on the port web site, public announcements through various print, radio and television media and a public information line. He concluded by noting, â&#x20AC;&#x153;letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s prepare for the worst and hope for the best.â&#x20AC;?

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Duplex For Rent: Lockport area, 2BR, 1ba., water paid, refrigerator and stove included, washer / dryer hook ups, $750/month plus $750/dep. 985-6770915 _________________ For Rent: Partially furnished 1BR with washer / dryer and carport. Single person only, no pets, no smoking. $750/dep. and $750/rent. 985232-1771 or 985-2624715 _________________ Nice Brick Apt. For Rent: 2 br, 2 ba, Galliano area. $800/mth. FMI call 985-4757966. _________________ Double Wide Trailer For Rent in Larose, 3 br, 2 ba, no pets. $825/mth, $600/dep. FMI call 985-6933291. _________________ Trailer For Rent in Larose, 2 br, central air/heat, utilities pd, partly furn., $800/mth, $600/dep. Call 985696-0818. _________________ House For Rent: 3 br, 1 ba, kitchen, living rm, utility rm, central air/heat, located in Cut Off. No pets. Call 985-696-6231. _________________ Trailer For Rent: 2 br, 2 ba, no smoking, no pets, with appl., pd. water. Cut Off area. $950/mth, $600/dep. Call 985-632-4723. _________________ Trailer For Rent in Larose on lg. lot, 2 br, 2 ba. $850/mth, $850/dep. Call 985691-1367 and leave voice mail. _________________ Cote Blanche Connection Apts. Hwy. 3161, Cut Off. For Rent spacious 2 br, 1 ba, apt., full kitchen, w/d included, pets w e l c o m e d . $1000/mth. See pics at coteblancheapartments.com. Call Bill at 985-325-5626 FMI. _________________ FOR RENT Mobile Homes, Cabins, Campers and Lots - with Laundromat & Store. Campers for Sale - lease purchase or cash.

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

Boo Legendre

985-696-7377

Commercial Property

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

MLS 117739: NEW LISTING 3,476 sqft. commercial building, totally renovated in 2013, 80 x 180 lot size, furnished, walk-in ready. Located on Hwy. 308 in Cut Off. $260,000. MLS 116370: Located on Alex Plaisance Blvd. in Golden Meadow, this property is 16,536 sqft. It was once used to store frozen seafood and as a warehouse and office. All equipment is included. Lot is 190’ x 578’. Great location! $1,250,000.

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

House For Rent in Galliano: 3 br. $875/mth, partially furn., no pets. Call 475-7763 or 6377763. _________________ House For Rent: Larose area. 3 br, 2 ba, newly renovated, brick home, new stainless appl., granite tops, w/d, hardwood, etc. Call Chelsie at Remax for your showing. 985-637-1615. _________________ Efficiency Apt. For Rent: All bills paid. FMI call Carol at 727324-9323 or Roger at 727-330-0891 _________________ House For Rent: 115 West 58th St. in Cut Off. 3BR / 2Ba., all new appliances and dishwasher, central A/C and Heat. $1100/mo plus deposit. 258-8082 _________________ Cottage Style House For Rent: Cozy 2BR, full bath, living, kitchen, dining, with adjacent suite. Suite includes washer / dryer, bath, high ceilings and closet. Private drive, lots of yard space and patio. Very quiet. FMI call 985258-0671. _________________ House For Rent: 1 br, 1 ba. No smoking, no pets. All appl. $700/mth, $500/dep. Call 632-4723. _________________ Trailer For Rent: 2 br, 2 ba, no pets, Galliano area. $750/mth, $750/dep. Must have references. Call 985278-8974. _________________ New Construction For Rent: 3 br, 2 ba, Leeville, $3,200/mth, 13 mth. lease. Includes water, boat slip, furn.. Omni Realty Advisors 225-4134414. _________________ Brick Home For Rent: Lockport area, 1-2 br, $800/mth, plus deposit. Taking applications. Call 985665-9538. _________________ Apts. For Rent in Larose: 2 br, 1 ba, $700/mth, $700/security dep., no pets, no smoking (no exceptions). FMI call 985537-3567. _________________ Trailer For Rent: Quiet place/quiet person! No pets, no children, 1 br, 1 ba, furn., $650/mth, $400/dep. Utilities/cable included. Call 985-6913104 for application. Only quiet/clean people apply please. _________________

WE NEED

YOU!

Daily Comet

MLS 113721: Old Rouse’s Shopping Center located at 516 Justin, St. in Lockport. 17,940 sqft. plus cement parking lot and adjoining vacant land included, new roof. $299,000. MLS 112503: This property is located on the east side of Hwy. 3235. 96’ road frontage. $100,000.

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

200 Hwy. 3161, Suite 1, Cut Off • 325-7107 Panky Christen - Broker / Owner Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated

MOTORCYCLES

Yamaha Majesty, 600cc For Sale, in great cond. Asking $2000 OBO. Call 985632-5791. _________________

BOATS

Fishing Vessel L & M For Sale: 47x16, steel hull. FMI call 985-6914008. Asking $45,000. _________________

AUTOS

1976 Stingray Corvette For Sale: Strong motor, very fast, motor low mileage, $7000 FIRM; Also 2003 Yamaha V Star 1100, house kept, 1400 miles, $3500 FIRM are trade for 17 ft. alum. hull with 40 to 50 HP motor, no junk. Call 985-798-7208. _________________

Superior Shipyard is looking for an Equipment Mechanic with experience on heavy machinery. Apply in person at 20987 Hwy. 1, Golden Meadow, LA 70357 or send resume to tcreel@superiorshipyard.com. Must be able to maintain and repair misc. yard equipment. Scheduled days cover Monday - Friday. Weekends and holidays are required. Competitive pay - DOE, and benefits. Superior Shipyard offers competitive pay, health and other benefits. _________________

Drivers: Dedicated Runs Available. Frequent home time. Hazmat & Tanker Endorsement Preferred. Top Pay Benefits; Monthly Bonuses & More! CDL-A, 1 year experience Req. EEOE/AAP 866-370-4476 www.drive4marten.com

448-7623

200 Hwy. 3161, Suite 1, Cut Off • 325-7107 Panky Christen - Broker / Owner Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated

COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES FOR SALE

The Old Kief Hardware LA Hwy. 1, Galliano

400,000

7,632 sqft. Plenty parking plus bayouside property

Old Rouse’s Shopping Center

516 Justin, St. in Lockport

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

299,000

NEW RO

Contact Boo Legendre For More Info. at 985-696-7377 or via email at boo@myviscom.com

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

Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated. Panky Christen - Broker / Owner

SERVICES

Dog Grooming at Pitre’s Feed & Seed. Call JoAnn Pitre at 696-2321. _________________ GOT LEAKS? Call LaBove Plumbing LMP 7038 16844 West Main St. Cut Off, LA 70345 State Licensed & Insured We accept credit & debit cards.

985-991-1881

Trey LaBove, owner.

Now Hiring Experienced

Cake Decorators Excellent Pay & Benefits

Call Tara at 985-696-3397

CROSBY TUGS LLC Accepting Applications for

Runner

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

The Greater Lafourche Port Commission is looking for a DIRECTOR OF FINANCE Responsibilities:

$260,000

985-696-7377

Coastal Janitorial Services Now Hiring Positions. 5 days a week. Call 632-5791. _________________ Tower Loan of Cut Off: Positions available – Cashier & Manager Trainees. Call 985-632-7300 for appt. or fax resume to 985-632-7305. _________________ A local business is hiring a Personnel Manager. Competitive wage coupled with an excel. benefit package. Send resume to personnelmanager303@gmail.c om _________________ Southern Guard Service, Inc. is now accepting applications for Security Guard positions. Apply at 109 W. 12th St., Larose. Call 985-6934316. _________________ Now Hiring Cashiers, Galliano Truck Plaza & Casino. Apply within, must be able to pass drug screen, background check, must be able to work all shifts. Call 985-3254445. _________________ Huddle House of Galliano is now hiring Servers & Cooks, all shifts available. Also seeking resumes for Overnight Management. Apply within. 985-325-4900. _________________

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

Furnished, Walk-In Ready

American Realty USA

Joe’s Septic has immediate openings for Class B CDL Driver with excavator & backhoe exp. Health & retirement benefits included. Immediate openings are also available for field helpers. Full benefits. Must pass drug screening. Apply in person at 15344 Hwy. 3235, Cut Off, LA 70345 between 9 am – 2 pm. Any questions call 985-632-5592. _________________ Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galliano is currently hiring for a full time Front Desk Agent, fill in Night Auditor & full time Night Auditor. Full time night auditor is a 40/hr. week position that requires overnight (11 pm-7 am) availability. All positions must have completely open flexible availability including weekends and holidays. Reliable trans. necessary. If you feel you would be a good fit please apply in person at the hotel, no phone calls will be taken. Only serious applicants. _________________ Reliable Service, Inc. now taking applications. Must have TWIC card, transportation. Apply within 17958 W. Main, Galliano. No Phone Calls. _________________ Cheramie Marine, LLC is looking to hire Cleaning Personnel 2 days a wk. Please apply at 11603 Hwy. 308, Larose, or online at cheramie marine.com. _________________ Triple Son Farm Transport is accepting applications for Exp. CDL 18 Wheeler Driver. Offering pd. vacation, health ins., 401K. Must submit to drug screen. Apply at 14502 W. Main, Cut Off. _________________

Applicants must be reliable and have a clean driving record. Will be required to transport personnel, visitors, supplies, equipment and / or groceries to various locations. Will also be required to make overnight drives and extended trips requiring irregular hours. Other duties will be assigned as needed.

Call Linda or Penny for details:

Call Boo Legendre

Fax: 985-693-8282

www.thelafourchegazette.com

Full Time Position

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.

80 x 180 lot

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

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

200+ Plastic Pallets For Sale: $10 ea. or $8 ea. for 15 or more. Call 693-7229 FMI. _________________ 55 gallon drums for sale with lid. $20 each. Call 985-2919490 FMI. _________________ 9 foot Lifting A Frame For Sale with 2 ton chain fall, $600; new front & rear bumpers for 2014 Chevy 3500 Dually pick up truck, $300 ea. Call 985-6917267, leave message. _________________ Free Foundation Cement Blocks: $3 ea. They have about 20, 2 sizes. Call 985-6968283. _________________ 2 Plot Mausoleum For Sale in Golden Meadow at Our Lady of Prompt Succor: Asking $4300. FMI call 985-475-7966. _________________

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Raceland is currently hiring for a full-time and part-time front desk agent. All positions have open flexible availability including weekends and holidays. Reliable transportation is necessary. If you feel you would be a good fit, please apply in person at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Raceland at 4716 La. Hwy 1, Raceland, LA 70394. No phone calls will be taken. Only serious applicants. _________________ Lafourche Arc is looking for energetic, compassionate individuals to work flexible hrs. & days w / individuals w / disabilities who live in the lower Lafourche area. Assistance with transportation, personal hygiene & household tasks is needed. Agency will train. High school diploma, GED or 5 yrs pd related exp. required. Scheduling flexibility required. FMI contact Meka Williams at 985447-6214 ext. 120 or Gina Gaudet at ext. 115. Applications may be completed at Lafourche Arc, 100 W. Main St., Thibodaux. EOE, M/F/V/H. _________________ Jan Serve Cleaning personnel needed in Lafourche Parish. Call to apply at 985-798-5800. Resume preferred but not required. Submit resume to P.O. Box 143 Cut Off, LA 70345 _________________

Candlewood Suites of Cut Off is currently hiring for a full-time and part-time front desk agent. All positions have open flexible availability including weekends and holidays. Reliable transportation is necessary. If you feel you would be a good fit, please apply in person at Candlewood Suites Cut Off, 287 Hwy. 3162, Cut Off, LA 70345. No phone calls will be taken. Only serious applicants. _________________ Bent’s RV in Boutte, needs exp. Sales Professionals. Unlimited Commission Pay Plan and enjoy a Fun Working Environment. This is an opportunity to make over $100K per year. Qualifications: Proven success in sales with a winning attitude, willingness to learn all about campers & the camping lifestyle, reliable, highly motivated, strong work ethic with the ability to work independently, strong communications skills, verbal & written, ability to listen & provide solutions to ultimately finalize sales, basic computer skills. Please email a cover letter & resume to Brian@ BentsRV.com telling us why you want this career opportunity & believe that you will be successful. _________________ Joe’s Environmental has immediate openings for Class A CDL Drivers. X-Endorsement & Hazmat required. Apply in person at 15344 Hwy. 3235, Cut Off. Apply within hours of 9 am till 2 pm & the contact number is 985-6325592. _________________ Clerical/Sales Person Needed for an Insurance Agency in the South Lafourche area. Send resume to: Help Wanted, P.O. Box 190, Larose, LA 70373. _________________

3,476 sqft. Commercial Building Along Hwy. 308 in Cut Off

MLS 115650: Located in Larose on the East side of Hwy. 3235, Approximately 1.7 acres with 273 ft. of road frontage, land is cleared with a dirt pad already in place, great location. $80,000.

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

MERCHANDISE

HELP WANTED

Commercial Building For Sale

MLS 116391: 22801 Hwy. 1 in Golden Meadow. This property was the Louisiana Shrimp & Packing Co. This huge building is 36,613 sqft., it has work areas, cooler storage, freezer storage, shipping and receiving docks, fuel service dock, 120 ton ice plant, a 1200 ft. dock along Bayou Lafourche and much more! $3,000,000.

MLS 112971: Located down E. 90th St. in Galliano this 19 acre piece has 1200 ft. of frontage on E. 90th St. It is unrestricted, currently used as a hay pasture. $195,000.

Trailer For Rent: 3 br, 1 b, w/appl., w/d, huge yard, shed, water pd., Galliano area. Available May 27th. Call 985-291-1545 or 985677-2975. _________________ House For Rent: Fully furn., 3 br. 2 ba, executive home available for weekly or monthly rentals. Includes linens, kitchen equip., appliances, TV’s and all utilities, including internet & cable. Call 985-2781136 _________________

Office: 985-693-7229

CROSBY TUGS LLC Accepting Applications for

QHSE Superintendent Full Time Position

Crosby Tugs is seeking a high energy professional who is self-motivated and reliable. This position will require the ideal candidate to be available both during working hours and after hours in the event of an emergency and possibly a rotation schedule as needed. Applicant must have 5 years of experience in maritime/dredging safety.

The Director of Finance is part of the executive leadership team and reports to the Executive Director. He/she prepares, monitors and controls the Port’s operating and capital budgets; manages the Port’s investment portfolio; advises the Executive Director and Commission on the financial feasibility of projects; directs the Port’s Accounting, Human Resources, and Risk Management functions; works with the Executive Director in negotiations with customers and tenants; reports to the commission monthly on operating results; monitors cash to determine if/when the Port needs to issue debt; and works with an independent CPA in preparation of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR).

Credentials:

Applications can be found online at

Qualifications & Experience: At least five years’ experience in a position of comparable financial responsibilities. Adequate experience in human resources administration & risk management. Education: Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or CPA required. Master’s Degree in Business Administration preferred.

17771 Hwy. 3235 Galliano, LA 70354

Salary commensurate with qualifications & experience Louisiana State Employment benefits including retirement and 100% employer paid medical insurance

www.crosbytugs.com

or can be filled out at our main office. (985) 632-7575

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

Compensation:

Applications: Pick Up: Greater Lafourche Port Commission Admin Office, 16829 East Main Galliano, LA 70354, Call: (985) 632-6701, Online: www.portfourchon.com; Email: cindyd@portfourchon.com The Greater Lafourche Port Commission offers “at-will” employment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer

CLASSIFIED ADS

Swimming Lessons

Certified swimming instructor Lisa Breaux - over 25 years experience working with adults and children of all ages. FMI 985-637-1138 _________________ Need A Plumber? Make sure they have a Louisiana State Plumbing License & company insurance. It is illegal & dangerous for anyone to perform plumbing work on your property who does not hold a current license. Many in our community have fell victim to so-called “plumbers” who are unlicensed and/or uninsured. Visit SPBLA.com for an update roster of licensed plumbers. _________________ 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. _________________

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J & P’s Tree Service & Sawmill, LLC Land Clearing, Dozer & Excavator, Tree Removal, Trimming, Stump Grinding, Demolition, Lumber cut to order, For Sale: Firewood, Mulch and Dirt. State Arbor’s License & Insured. Call 985-632-2540 or 985696-5174. _________________ Concrete Work Forming, pouring & finishing – houses, buildings, driveways, patios, walkways, etc. Call Glenn Hughes, Jr at 985-209-5552. _________________ DRAIN PROBLEMS? Call LaBove Plumbing LMP 7038 16844 West Main St. Cut Off, LA 70345 State Licensed & Insured We accept credit & debit cards.

985-991-1881

Trey LaBove, owner.

Cajun Roofing & Carpentry, Inc. 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, counter tops, showers, sheet rock, 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. Licensed & insured 20 yrs. exp. Free estimate. Call Curtis J. Orgeron, Jr., owner at 985-397-6254 or email curtisorgeron@gmail.com _________________

K-Mar Supply Fourchon and Cut Off Locations

Stock Person

is now accepting applications for a Full Time

(Free transportation to and from work)

Apply in person at 654 A.O. Rappelet Rd., Fourchon (NAPA, Next Door to Truck Stop) Must meet TWIC Card requirements & have Driver’s License.

See Brandi • No Phone Calls Please! Must Speak English!

The Greater Lafourche Port Commission has an immediate opening for a

Babysitting in my home, Larose area. Weekends included 985-258-1343. _________________

Barrios Carpentry

We do it all! Custom bathroom and kitchens, tile work, flooring, electrical, sheetrock, painting and and all renovations and additions 985-691-8126 or 985-696-5560 _________________ Tutoring: Elementary certified (1-8) educator with Master’s Degree offering tutoring services. $40/hr. Contact 985-798-7041. _________________ Need Your Shingled Roof Changed? Protect your home from worn shingles. Call Kenny at Quality Construction of Lafourche, LLC. 985693-3332 _________________ Swimming Lessons: Teacher certified in lifesaving, swimming & CPR. Yrs. of exp. dealing with children of all levels of swimming, including beginners. Children must be potty trained. Heated pool. Summer session-lessons taught morning or afternoon during June & July. Classes for adult ladies are also offered. FMI call Mona at 985-693-7040. _________________ Evans Concrete Construction House slabs, driveways, sidewalks, etc. No job too big or too small. Call Leonard Evans at 985-6772959. _________________

LaBove Plumbing LMP 7038 Gas • Water • Sewer 16844 West Main St. Cut Off, LA 70345 State Licensed & Insured We accept credit & debit cards.

985-991-1881

Trey LaBove, owner. _________________

Curry’s Tree Service Tree cutting & trimming, any size, reasonable rates, free estimates, licensed. Call 985-258-0465. _________________ Can Do Brick, Block & Stone Work. Call for free estimates. Keith Thayer at 985-637-3569. _________________ I Do Babysitting In My Home in Lockport. FMI call 985227-1936. _________________ Hate To Paint? Call Color Creation! Indoor /Outdoor painting. New or old construction. Reasonable rates. Call 985-2589591. _________________ Kerry Chiasson Carpentry For all your carpentry needs. Call 985-6376279. _________________

NOTICES

Using The Lafourche Gazette’s dumpster located near the East Side Food Store building across from the office is not allowed! Also, do not dump seafood peelings or other items into the bayou behind The Lafourche Gazette’s property _________________

PETS

Iguana For Sale: 18” long, w/cage, for adult only. $100. Call 985637-2696. _________________

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 _________________________

Free Pick Up For Old / Junk Cars

Cash Paid for Junk Cars Dead or Alive!

985-637-0164 Call Brad Watson

DATA ENTRY / RECEPTIONIST

Duties: - Answers phones, takes messages, transfers calls - Provides secretarial services to the executive staff including data entry - Greets and welcomes visitors - Monitors staffs comings and goings - Schedules meeting rooms - Contacts commissioners with meeting notices - Maintains break room Skills: - Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Word, & Outlook software - Good interpersonal and verbal communication skills Compensation: - Fulltime hourly pay commensurate with training, qualifications, and/or experience - 100% employer paid medical insurance - Louisiana State Employment benefits - Many other state employment benefits

Sunday, June 7, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

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

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OBITUARIES

OWEN MATHERNE Owen Augustine Matherne, 7, a native of Lockport and resident of Raceland, passed away on Monday, June 1, 2015. Visitation was held at St. Hilary of Poitiers Catholic Church on Wednesday, June 3, from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. and on Thursday, June 4, beginning at 8:00 a.m. until funeral time. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at 11:00 a.m. with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his parents, Nicholas and Sarah Matherne; brothers, Eli Paul, Jack Joseph, and Cole Anthony; grandparents, Wade and Elaine Matherne and Scott and Kathie Thibodeaux; great grandparents, Patsy Matherne, Edward Thibodeaux, Jr., and Eldon and Mary Breaux; Godfather, Timothy Thibodeaux and wife Madison; uncle, Brennan Matherne and wife Jill; aunt, Brittany Matherne; and cousin, Norah Jane. He was preceded in death by his great grandparents Deacon Landry Matherne, Janice Ledet Danos, and Alice Ledet Thibodeaux. Owen was a Wolf in Cub Scout Pack 334. He was a student at St. Mary’s Nativity Catholic School. He was passionate about learning, especially about God and his Faith. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate if books were brought to be donated to local libraries in his memory so that others can share his love of reading. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. ___________________

WAYNE CUROLE Wayne D. “Big Arnold” Curole, 68, a native and resident of Galliano passed away on Tuesday, June 2, 2015. Visitation was held at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church on Thursday, June 4, from 9:30 a.m. until funeral time. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at 11:00 a.m. with burial in Sacred Heart Cemetery. He is survived by his mother, Anna C. Curole; brothers, David J. Curole, Michael “Mike” Curole, Buddy “Boz” Curole; sister, Mary Gisclair. He was preceded in death by his father, Felix N. Curole. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. ___________________

GUY HEBERT Guy A. Hebert, 87, a native and resident of Larose passed away on Sunday, May 31, 2015. Visitation was held at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church on June 5th, from 10:00 a.m. until funeral time. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at 12:00 p.m. with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Joyce T. Hebert; son, Randy Hebert (Linda); daughter, Patti Melancon (Terry); brother, Daniel Hebert (Barbara); 8 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edmond and Viola Hebert; daughter, Penny Griffin; brother, Curtis Hebert & grandson, Kody Guidry. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. ___________________

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.

A very wealthy lawyer in a small town is notorious for never giving money to any charity that comes his way. The local animal shelter knows he has a dog and they think that this could be their way into his wallet. They go to his door and he answers, “What do you want?” One of the ladies replies, “Hello Mr. Smith. We know you are very wealthy and we know you also never give to charity. Wouldn’t you enjoy giving back to an organization that helps dogs much like your own?” The lawyer looks her dead in the eye and replies, “Do you also know that both of my parents are suffering lifethreatening illnesses and have medical bills several times their own income?” The lady, taken back, replies, “Well.. No... I thought...” He interrupts her, “Did you also know my sister’s husband left her and their two kids without a penny?” Still stuttering she replies, “Um... Oh my....” “And my brother lost his legs in the war,” The lawyer continues. At this point the people from the shelter are dumbstruck and aren’t saying a word. Then he finishes, “If they don’t get a cent, do you expect to?”

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 proved guilty. MAY 29, 2015 Thibodaux Police Department Torrance Hampton, 43, Gonzales. Fugitive. Nigel Thomas, 31, Thibodaux. Unauthorized use of a motor vehicle, fugitive, contempt of court. Charles Cole, 44, Thibodaux. Enter/remain after forbidden, theft from a motor vehicle. Clarence Cole, 44, Thibodaux. Enter/remain after forbidden, theft from a motor vehicle. Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Robert Adams, 50, Lockport. Distribution of crack cocaine-principal dist. of crack cocaine. Rebecca Shea, 50, Lockport. Distribution of crack cocaine-principal dist. of crack cocaine. Kim Rivet, 41, Cut Off. Resisting an officer w/force or violence (felony), violation of protection orders. Justin Platt, 20, Golden Meadow. Disturbing the peace, public intimidation, battery of a police office, scdtp, resisting an officer w/force (2 cts). John Carter, 53, Golden Meadow. Contempt of court (2 cts). Celeste Benoit, 47, Thibodaux. Aggravated battery w/dangerous weapon. Edward Carter, 46, homeless. Violation of probation/parole. Parole/Probation Jamisha Picou, 31, Austin, TX. Fugitive of Texas. Louisiana State Police Barry Lasserre, 26, Vacherie. Operating a vehicle while intoxicated (4th offense), careless operation, contempt of court. MAY 30, 2015 Louisiana State Police Brent Dale Barbry, Jr., 20, Mansura, LA. DWI 2nd offense, improper lane use. JUNE 1, 2015 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Nola Joiner, 33, Gray. Parole revocation. Brandy Billiot, 32, Raceland. Possession of marijuana 2nd offense, poss. of drug para., fugitive of Terrebonne Parish.

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800-481-7894 ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, this week expect to gain a better understanding of things that have confounded you in the past. Someone comes into your life to play the role of teacher. TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Fun conversations with a friend prove to be a great way to start your week, Taurus. Things will continue to progress on a positive note throughout the week. GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Make an effort to more effectively manage life at work and at home this week. The fruits of your labors will pay off with more productivity at work and more family time at home. CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, do not hesitate to share your personal goals with others in your life. Your loved ones are there to offer their support and encourage you to do your best. LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, others are sure to take notice of your work ethic and impressive accomplishments this week. If you keep quiet, recognition may pass you by.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, stay true to your faith this week. Don’t feel you have to change to fit in with the masses. Uniqueness is to be prized, and your faith can guide you. LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Worrying about something you can’t change will only bring on more stress, Libra. Trust that things will work out and don’t worry about things you can’t control. SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, your ideas are met with encouragement and optimism this week. Stick with your plans and allow others’ encouragement to fuel you as you work toward your goals. SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, don’t be afraid to readjust your work schedule if you are running out of gas. You can handle multiple projects at once, but don’t do so at the expense of your health. CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, attention to detail is a staple of your work ethic. Try not to get too caught up in the minor details, as you might end up missing the big picture.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, be there for a friend who needs you in the coming days. This friend has been there to support you in the past, so now it’s your turn to provide support. PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 This week you are more comfortable relaxing and engaging in fun pursuits, Pisces. Immerse yourself in creative projects.

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Clayton Duncan, 31, Larose. Contempt of court (4 cts). Ty Theriot, 24, Raceland. Contempt of court (2 cts). Tiffini Amber Woodward, 20, Destregabm, KA. Violation of probation/parole. Tyrone Daggs, 51, Thibodaux. Contempt of court, simple criminal damage to property. Kerry Mac Billiot, 37, Thibodaux. False imprisonment, dab w/child endangerment. Alvin J. Batiste, 32, Gray. Violation of probation/parole. Ryan Anthony Zeringue, Jr., 30, Thibodaux. DAB, poss. of meth. Less than 28 grams, resisting an officer. Thibodaux Police Department Wendell Davis, 28, Thibodaux. Fugitive from justice. JUNE 2, 2015 Thibodaux Police Department Donald Mathews, 37, Thibodaux. Contempt of court (5 cts), probation violation, simple battery, aggravated flight from an officer, resisting an officer. Keiah Knight, 32, Thibodaux. Contempt of court (3 cts), thefts of goods, contributing to the delinquency of a juvenile. Keil Brown, 21, Houma. Theft of goods (felony) Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Jeremy Brunet, 53, Montegut. Aggravated assault. Kia Harris, 34, Luling. Contempt of court (4 cts). Bambi Breaux, 34, Galliano. Contempt of court. Keith Arcement, 32, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Keith Hebert, 45, Raceland. Contempt of court. JUNE 3, 2015 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Chris Lasserre, 40, Lockport. Contempt of court. Johnny Poindexter, 34, Raceland. Contempt of court. James Tardo, 24, Thibodaux. Contempt of court (3 cts). John Morris, 33, Thibodaux. Violation of probation/parole. Avenir Dupre, 34, Houma. Fugitive. Jorge Dominguez, Jr., 26, Raceland. DAB-pregnant victim. Steven Theriot, 52, Larose. Simple criminal damage to property. Thibodaux Police Department Roland Robertson, 41, Thibodaux. DAB involving strangulation.

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Sunday, June 7, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

What a Life!

By: Rev. Wilmer L. Todd

Archbishop Oscar Romero was Martyred for identifying with the poor

Pope Francis beatified Archbishop Oscar Romero of El Salvador on May 23. Soldiers assassinated him in 1980 while celebrating Mass. Cardinal Angelo Amato, the head of the Vatican’s Congregation for Sainthood, said, “Blessed Romero is another brilliant star that belongs to the sanctity of the church of the Americas.” Archbishop Romero went to celebrate a 6:00 p.m. Mass in San Salvador’s hospital of Divine Providence. The Mass had been widely publicized throughout the diocese. While he was celebrating Mass in the hospital’s chapel, the archbishop was shot in the chest from outside. Many have come to know his voice though they have never met him. However, they have heard often the last homily in which he pleaded with soldiers to stop killing innocent civilians. Three years later, on the occasion St. John Paul II’s visit to the country, the nuns of the hospital made a monument to Mary in the same place where they had buried Romero’s remains. “When they were digging, they ran into the box and the plastic bag where they had placed his insides. The blood was still liquid and the insides did not have any bad smell,” said the Vicar General, Msgr. Urioste. They gave the Pope a small canister with Archbishop Romero’s blood. Like Jesus, Romero often took the side of the poor and the people with no power. His homilies often pleaded for better conditions for the underprivileged, and respect for people of all social classes. His enemies accused him of being a Marxist. His Vicar General said that Romero “never had a Marxist thought or

Raceland Aux. Unit 349 reports on recent activities

The regular monthly meeting of the Raceland American Legion Auxiliary, Unit #349, was held at the post home with President Betty Cavalier presiding. The unit sponsored a bingo party for the residents at the Raceland Manor and donated $30 for the prizes. A Mother’s Day card and a check for $30 were sent to the unit’s Gold Star Mother, Anne Comeaux. The unit donated $50 to the American Legion Post 64 band that performs at the state convention to help them with their expenses. The unit held its election of officers for the upcoming year. Elected were: President Betty Cavalier, 1st Vice President Mary Martinez; 2nd Vice President Jackie Cromwell, Secretary Rosalie Knobloch, Treasurer Doris Lagarde, Chaplain Barbara Solar, Sgt. at Arms Loretta Foret, Color Bearers-Leona Adams and Lou LeBouef, Board MembersCarmel Knight, June Robichaux and Velma Ford, Honorary Board Member Iris Robichaux. Elected to the different committees were: Community Service- Mary Martinez, VA&R-Jackie Cromwell, Education-Rosalie Knobloch, Children and Youth-Doris Lagarde, Memorial-Betty Solar, Girls State-Carmel Knight, Raceland Manor Bingo-June Robichaux, Membership-Iris Robichaux, AmericanismCindy Thibodaux, Gold Star Mother-Lorraine Gaudet, Legislative-Ramona Guidry and National Security-Mary Martinez. Doris Lagarde, Publicity Chairman

Marxist ideology in his mind.” After 12 years of extensive study of his life and writings, the Vatican never found anything that supported these claims. Msgr. Urioste noted that Romero “Read the Bible and there he encountered a Jesus in love with the poor and in this way started walking like him.” In Romero’s time the government was “a ferocious military dictatorship, which had ‘national security’ as its theme.” Everyone who either sided with the poor or expressed concern for them “were accused of being communist, and were sent to be killed without a trial. There were 70,000 deaths in the country then.” In a time of difficulty in

El Salvador, Archbishop Romero knew “how to guide, defend and protect his flock, remaining faithful to the Gospel and in communion with the whole church,” Pope Francis said. “His ministry was distinguished by a particular attention to the poor and marginalized. At the time of his death, while celebrating the holy sacrifice, reconciliation and love, he received the grace to be fully identified with the one who gave his life for his sheep.” In February Pope Francis signed the decree recognizing Archbishop Romero as a martyr, a person killed “in hatred of the faith,” which meant there is no need to prove a miracle for beatification. In general two

miracles are needed for sainthood – one for beatification and the second for canonization. An offertory gift during the Mass on May 23 was the book “De la locura a la esperanza” or “From Madness to Hope.” It’s a document generated during the peace accords that ended the country’s 12-year war. It chronicles some of the greatest human rights atrocities committed in El Salvador during the conflict, including the killing and rape of four women religious from the U.S., the killing of priests, catechists, as well as massacres of unarmed civilians. The collected thinking at the beautification was this: the best way to honor

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ASSEMBLY OF GOD

Charis Church

314 East 74th St. - Cut Off

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

Freedom Worship Center

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

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. Dr. Bobby N. Duck - Pastor www.fbcgoldenmeadow.com

CATHOLIC

Our Lady of Prompt Succor 723 North Bayou Drive Golden Meadow

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

Our Lady of the Isle Grand Isle

Saturday Mass 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, Mass at 8:00 a.m. Rev. Peter Taile, Pastor

Our Lady of the Rosary

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

Sacred Heart Catholic Church

Sunday Small Groups: 7:00 p.m. Sunday Worship: 11:15 a.m. Wednesday Kids Elevate: 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Youth Worship: 7:00 p.m. Pastor John Boss www.fbcgrandisle.com

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

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

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

Holy Savior Church

612 Main Street - Lockport

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

First Baptist Church

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

Greater New Fountain Baptist Church 1859 Fontinelle - Lockport

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

Isrealite Baptist Church Hwy. 308 - Valentine

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

South Lafourche Baptist Church 17077 East Main - Galliano

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

Trinity Baptist Church

195 Johnny Dufrene Drive - Mathews

Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Prayer Meeting, 7:00 p.m. Rod King, Pastor - 532-2936, Res.

Crosspoint Church

16640 West Main St., Cut Off (Near South Lafourche Bridge)

Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m. Thursday Kids & Adults: 6:00 p.m. Thursday Youth Worship: 7:00 p.m. Pastor John Boss and Pastor Noah Blackburn www.crosspointgalliano.com (985-772-7400)

St. Mathews Missionary Baptist Church Hwy. 308 - Mathews

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

Valentine Baptist Church 9334 Hwy. 308 - Valentine

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

Bethel Baptist Church

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

New Sunlight Baptist Church 452 St. Patrick Street - Raceland

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

Victory Life Church

333 Twin Oaks Drive - Raceland

St. Joseph Catholic Church 17980 West Main - Galliano

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

CHURCH OF CHRIST

Larose Church of Christ 13379 East Main - Larose

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

FULL GOSPEL

Lighthouse Worship Center 18082 Hwy. 3235 - Galliano

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

Mathews Full Gospel Temple Hwy. 1 - Mathews

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

Open Door Revival Center

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

INTER-DENOMINATIONAL

Community Bible Church 14757 East Main - Cut Off

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

Christian Family Center 11819 East Main - Galliano

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

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

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

Community Fellowship

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

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632-7575

1200 Crescent Avenue - Lockport

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

Iglesia Evanbelica Christiana Espiritual

13298 East Main - Larose

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

PRESBYTERIAN

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

JEHOVAH’S WITNESS

Golden Meadow United Methodist Church

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

5545 Hwy. 1 - Lockport

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

St. Hilary of Poitiers

New Mt. Zion Baptist Church

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

13581 East Main - Larose

St. Anthony Church

Sat. Mass 6:00 p.m. - Sun. Mass 9:00 a.m. Wednesday 5:30 p.m. Very Rev. Dean Danos, V.F. www.stanthonygheens.parishesonline.com

13841 East Main - Larose

Christian Fellowship Church

Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses

333Twin Oaks Dr. - Raceland

by poverty, war, violence, oppression and economic injustice. This includes the United States.

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First Baptist Church of Grand Isle 15300 West Main - Cut Off 129 Cedar Ln. - Grand Isle - 985-787-3410

Archbishop Romero is to work for peace and justice in El Salvador, and in other parts of the world afflicted

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

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

108 East 90th Street - Galliano

UNITED METHODIST

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

Memorial United Methodist

201 Central Lafourche Dr. - Mathews

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

United Methodist Church of Grand Isle Oak Street - Grand Isle Sunday Service 8:30 a.m. Chris Thomas, Pastor

PENTECOSTAL

New Beginning Pentecostal

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

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

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

First United Pentecostal

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

NON-DENOMINATIONAL

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

Bethel Christian Ministries 107 East 123rd Street - Galliano

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

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

Insurance Agents

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

Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Reverend Nathan Hayes

The Crossway Ministry, Lafourche

18219 West Main St., Suite 10 Galliano

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

LUTHERAN

Grace Lutheran Church 422 Valhi Blvd. - Houma

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

MORMON

Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints East 57th St.

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

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985.693.0123

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Windshield Chips Repaired • Commercial • Marine • Residential

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

SPANISH

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

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

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

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