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Sunday, August 24, 2014

Cut Off woman charged with felony theft

Age limit on Louisiana officials on hold for now

In late July of 2013, deputies responded to a theft complaint at a Cut Off business on West Main Street where a female business owner reported an employee had stolen Tanya Callais money. The owner told deputies she had been contacted by the Internal Revenue Service about unpaid business taxes dating back to 2010. The owner said she had questioned the former employee, identified as Tanya Callais, 44, of 245 Willow D Street in Larose, and that Callais had initially advised that all records should be up to date. The next day, Callais admitted to the owner that the taxes had not been paid but provided no explanation as to why the money was no longer in the account. She also informed the owner she was quitting. The owner later met with the IRS and discovered business taxes and employee taxes had not been filed since 2010, resulting in thousands of dollars owed in back taxes and penalties. See Arrest Page 5-A

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BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Louisiana court officials who face new age restrictions that could oust them from office were allowed to sign up for re-election bids this past week. A Baton Rouge judge issued a temporary restraining order Monday against enforcing a law that prohibits anyone 70 or older from running for justice of the peace or constable. District Judge Tim Kelley granted the request from the Louisiana Justice of the Peace and Constables Association, which says in a lawsuit the restriction amounts to unconstitutional age discrimination. A law establishing the mandatory retirement age of 70 for the court officials has been on the books since 2006, but it exempted anyone elected before Aug. 15 of that year. See Age Limit Page 5-A

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LAF. FIRE DISTRICT #3 Regular Board Meeting 6:30 p.m. Fire Central-17462 W. Main TUESDAY, AUG. 26

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COMMUNITY ACTION 4:00 p.m. 4876 Hwy. 1 - Mathews

THE CENTER - Dist. #1 12-noon 5510 W. Ave. D / W. 55th St. Cut Off WEDNESDAY, AUG. 27 LAF. PORT COMMISSION Committee Meeting 10:30 a.m. Fourchon Office

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Arrests.............................8-A Calendar of Events.........2-A Classifieds................6-A/7-A

Lottery.............................2-A

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

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

Surfin’ the Net.................8-A

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

VOLUME 25 NUMBER 45

On the west side of Bayou Lafourche in Golden Meadow, construction is ongoing to raise this levee segment from a height of 12 feet to approximately 16 feet. Several projects are ongoing throughout the Tenth Ward by the South Lafourche Levee District to continue to provide the area with adequate flood protection.

Levee improvements continue systemwide

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By: Doug Cheramie, II Contributing Writer

As we enter the most critical portion of hurricane season, work continues on a multitude of improvements on the ring levee surrounding south Lafourche. At the Leon Theriot lock south of Golden Meadow, a sheet pile wall is being put in place to a height of 16 feet. This wall will match the height of the gates that were also recently raised to that level. Work on the $3 million project is expected to be complete in a few months. On the west side of Bayou Lafourche, from the Leon Theriot lock north to near the Apache dock in Golden Meadow, construction is ongoing to raise this levee segment from a height of 12 feet to approximately 16 feet. This work is slated to be completed by the end of the year. From Oakridge Park in Golden Meadow north to the Cote Blanche Connection roadway in Cut Off is the district’s largest ongoing project. Having begun over a year and a half ago, work on this segment will raise the levee from a height of 16 feet on the southern end and 13 feet on the northern end. According to levee district general manager Windell Curole, this $9.6 million project is scheduled to be completed by the end of 2014. Work is also ongoing on the west side on the levee segment from the Cote Blanche Connection

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to Louisiana Highway 24 in Larose. The levee here is being raised to 13 feet above sea level from a current height of 11 feet. This segment work is slated to continue into next year. Work on the Larose floodgates will be completed by the end of the first quarter in 2015. This includes raising the gates from a height of eight feet to 13 feet. These improvements will complement the work being done on the Intracoastal Canal floodwall where sheet piles are currently being installed to bring the wall to a height of 13 feet above sea level from its current height of seven feet. This $13 million project is slated for completion in a few weeks. On the east side of Bayou Lafourche, from Holy Rosary School to the Intracoastal Canal, sheet piles will be placed on the bayou batture will bring the flood protection there from a current height of eight feet to a height of 13 feet once work is completed. Improvements are also taking place on the levee segment from the Delta Farms area to near Clovelly. Ongoing work here will raise and improve the levee from a height of 10 feet to approximately 13 feet. This work is scheduled to be completed by the end of the year.

John J. Erny III will be a candidate for Judge, Division B for the 17th Judicial District Court in the upcoming November 4, 2014 election. Erny has extenJohn J. Erny, III sive legal experience having been a litigation attorney for 25 years handling cases throughout Louisiana. He also served as a law clerk for the First Circuit Court of Appeal and taught business law at Nicholls State University. He is a former treasurer of the Lafourche Parish Bar Association. See Erny Page 5-A

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HOPE for Animals ‘hopes’ benefit raises much-needed funds Marc C. Kimball Contributing Writer

Located just outside of Thibodaux exists a sanctuary that Jada calls home. This is a safe place where she can rest, eat, swim and play in the fenced-in yard without fear or worry. She can stay as long as it takes to find her a loving family and home. This unique doggy-Eden is a no-kill kennel established by the local animal rescue organization known as HOPE for Animals. Jada has been at the kennel for 11 years now. HOPE for Animals’ ‘no-kill’ policy provides an alternative over the government-funded shelter which euthanizes animals after just five short days. Jada is alive today thanks to HOPE’s relentless determination to rescue and save as many stray and homeless animals as possible. Lafourche Parish has a surplus of stray and abandoned pets with limited funds and resources to adequately deal

with the problem responsibly and effectively. In 1994, two sisters teamed up and began the Humane Organization for the Protection and Education for Animals. Sisters Ruth Chiasson and Kathy Labat grew up on their family farm in St. Helena Parish. Years later, they married Cajun and moved to Lafourche Parish. Kathy was Central Lafourche High School’s nurse for years until her recent retirement. The sibling’s passion for our area runs deep as does their love of animals they developed as children on the farm. “Thousands of animals are put down every year in Lafourche,” says Chiasson. “There are so many homeless animals in our area. We knew we had to do something to help rescue as many as we could from the streets and from being euthanized,” she added. “The government shelter charges a fee to relinquish your pet,” she says. “Many pet owners who can no longer care for, or no longer want their pet, forgo the fee and shelter option and merely release their unwanted dog or cat into the community,” she said. The problem is compounded when pet owners neglect a pet’s basic medical needs and population controls. “We don’t have any mandatory laws here with reference to spaying and neutering,” says

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Chiasson. “Ninety-five percent of the animals we rescue have heart worms and most are not spayed or neutered. We have a large stray population of unhealthy, abandoned pets that are reproducing exponentially,” she added. Labat has been working diligently with nokill shelters in the Northeast. Most of the shelters in that part of the country are empty. So the demand for adoptable pets is high. “We are working really hard to find a suitable transport company,” says Labat. “This way we can get our pets up there and adopted into loving homes,” she said. See HOPE Page 5-A Prices Good Through Tuesday, August 26th

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Sunday, August 24, 2014 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

Calendar of Events News to Use! Fundraising dinner set for Aug. 24 in Lockport

The Msgr. Carroll A. Badeaux Knights of Columbus Council 3054 of Lockport will sponsor their monthly fundraising dinner on Sunday, August 24 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 719 Seventh Street in Lockport. The meal will consist of hamburger steak, gravy, creamed potatoes, green beans, salad and bread. Donations are $7 per meal. Desserts and drinks will be available at an additional cost. All K.C. members are asked to support these monthly dinners.

Larose youth baseball to register players

The Larose Youth Basketball Association will have biddy registration for all kids age 4-12 on Tuesday, Aug. 26, Thursday, Aug. 28 and Thursday, Sept. 4. Registration will be at the Larose Civic Center from 6 till 8 p.m. Cost is $35 per child. FMI call Troy Gisclair (985) 637-9173 or Scott Bynum (985) 278-0646.

Cub Scouts to sign up youth starting Mon.

Cub Scouting is fun with a purpose for boys who are currently in 1st through 5th grade. Cub Scouts enjoy such activities as hiking, camping, building Pinewood Derby cars, Raingutter Regatta and Space Derby. They make new friends, learn new skills, develop teamwork and leadership and help the community. In cub scouting, boys and their families have fun and adventure in a program that builds character and instills values. Sign up dates are as follows: • Mon., August 25 at 6

p.m. in the Larose Civic Center Versailles Room. • Thurs., August 28 at 6 p.m. in the Cut Off Elementary cafeteria. • Thurs., September 18 at 6 p.m. at the Golden Meadow Lower Elementary. FMI email pack333larose@gmail.com or call Dawn Theriot at 985381-6743.

SLHS to host open house Aug. 26

South Lafourche High School will be having an open house on Tuesday, August 26, starting at 6 p.m. Parents, please bring a copy of your child’s schedule. All parents are invited to attend.

Grief program to be held Tuesdays

If you’ve lost someone close to you, or know someone who has, join the GriefShare weekly seminar /support group. Meetings will be held on Tuesdays from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Community Bible Church. For more information call 985-632-3077.

Commodities to be given out Wed., Thurs.

The Lafourche Council on Aging and Catholic Charities will distribute monthly commodities for qualifying seniors 60 years of age and older from 7 – 9 a.m. on Wed., Aug. 27 at the Cut Off Youth Center and on Thurs., Aug. 28 at the Raceland Recreation Center.

Jessie Tree program to take applications

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Painting for a Cure to be held Aug. 31

Vision Communications’ Relay for Life team has partnered with local artist, Tracey Wisehart-Plaisance for the first Painting for a Cure fundraiser. The event will take place at 2 p.m. on Sunday, August 31 at the Vision Cafeteria (115 West 9th Street, Larose). Tracey will provide lessons while participants put their own spin on the Relay Goddess artwork. The class is $45 and reservations are required. Contact Jean Wells at 985-693-0775 to reserve your easel. Proceeds from the event will be donated to South Lafourche Relay for Life. Coffee and pastries will be served.

Seafood supper to be held Sept. 13

A seafood supper, benefiting the Learning Center of Louisiana Dyslexia Center for Children will be held at 215 E. 93rd St. Cut Off, (next to South Lafourche High School stadium) on Saturday, September 13. Meal will be served at 6 p.m., with take out-pick ups at 5 p.m. $25 per ticket or pay at the door. For tickets call A.J. LeBlanc at 985-696-8772, 985-632-6871 or 985-6934900 and ask for Crystal or Amy.

Grand Isle Rodeo set for Labor Day weekend

The 54th Annual Grand Isle Redfish Rodeo will be held Labor Day weekend, August 29, 30 and 31 at the Bridgeside Marina. Weigh-in is from 12noon till 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and from 7 a.m. till 12-noon on Sunday. Lunch will be served at 12-noon and dance begins at 8 p.m. Saturday. Lunch will be served at 12-noon Sunday with awards and auction beginning at 2 p.m. Rodeo hours are 5 p.m. Thursday till noon Sunday. Only redfish caught during rodeo hours will be eligible. An angler can register one redfish per day caught in Louisiana waters. Tickets will be sold at rodeo headquarters on Friday, Saturday and Sunday until 12-noon for entrance and consolation prizes. A $20 rodeo ticket entitles the owner to enter one redfish daily (ticket must be presented when redfish is entered) and a chance of winning cash entrance prizes (ticket need not be present to win). Proceeds from the rodeo go towards Grand Isle High School and community activities. FMI contact Bridgeside Marina at 985-787-2419.

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Crafters sought for LaSalette show

The Golden Meadow Lions Club is seeking applicants who are in need of eyeglasses but are unable to afford them. Applications for eyeglasses may be obtained from Lion President Kris Gaudet at 985-632-6049, Lion John Serigne at 985693-4142 or Lion Andre Adams at 985-475-7314. The Lions Club also collects old or no longer used eyeglasses. These are refurbished, and distributed to the needy in poor countries around the world. Eyeglasses may be dropped off to the above mentioned Lions or any other Lions Club member.

The Ladies of LaSalette Arts and Craft Show will be held on Sunday, October 5 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. at the LaSalette Center in Golden Meadow. Crafters interested in participating should contact Paula Morgan at 985-6912479 or Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church Rectory at 985-475-5428 for an application and more information. A registration fee of $30 will be collected until September 5. After that date, registration will be $50. Ample room will be available which will provide easy access to viewing all booths.

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interests of consumers,” said Stacie Lambert deBlieux, an assistant attorney general. State Farm spokesman Phil Supple said the Illinoisbased company, which insures one-third of all Louisiana drivers, still was combing through the lawsuit’s accusations. “The description in this lawsuit is not in line with State Farm’s mission to serve the needs of its customers, and our long, proud history of achievements in advancing vehicle safety,” he said in a statement. The lawsuit alleges that State Farm makes customers believe they can’t choose where they get their vehicles repaired and directs people to repair shops that have agreements with the insurer to fix the car as cheaply as possible. The company provides false information to customers about non-participating repair facilities and incorrectly claims that customers will be forced to pay out of pocket, Caldwell said. In order for a repair facility to be on the list recommended by State Farm, the shop must use repair standards set by the insurer, which includes how long the

Local organizations urged to submit upcoming events

Schools, clubs, nonprofit organizations and other local groups are encouraged to submit upcoming events to The Lafourche Gazette for free publication in the calendar of events section and online. To submit information, email news@TLGnewspaper.com, call the office at 985-693-7229 or drop off the information during business hours. The Lafourche Gazette will try to accommodate local organizations in publicizing upcoming community activities. Information should be submitted at least two weeks in advance.

Attorney general sues State Farm over auto repairs

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Attorney General Buddy Caldwell filed a lawsuit Tuesday against State Farm, alleging Louisiana’s largest auto insurer is illegally steering customers involved in car accidents to repair shops that use junkyard parts and choose cheap fixes over safety. The lawsuit, filed in state district court in Baton Rouge, accused the insurance company of violating Louisiana’s unfair trade practices act with a systematic effort to lower its costs at the expense of its customers. Caldwell said his office’s investigation started in March after receiving complaints from around the state about shoddy repair work. He said his office has found hundreds of violations. “We rely on our insurance companies to guide and direct us and hold our hands through the stressful process of an auto accident. ... But as our investigation has uncovered and our petition alleges, what happens next is often not in the best

repair should take and what sort of parts should be used, the lawsuit said. Caldwell said the parts used are often sub-standard and don’t match the consumer safety and vehicle manufacturer standards. The lawsuit was filed against State Farm Fire and Casualty Company, State Farm General Insurance Company and State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company. It seeks an injunction against State Farm, prohibiting the use of any programs that manipulate auto repairs, along with restitution to consumers and civil penalties. Caldwell said his office found similar problems across multiple insurance companies in the state but targeted State Farm because it covers so much of the automobile insurance market in Louisiana. “Other companies have a tendency to follow the leader,” he said. For people who have gotten their cars repaired after an accident, deBlieux recommended they get a post-repair inspection at a different, independent auto repair shop to check the work.

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Police: Masked home invader fatally shot

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — New Orleans police say a wouldbe home invader was shot and killed by a homeowner. Police said in a news release that a 28-year-old man and his 36-year-old wife were on their backyard patio around 10 p.m. Wednesday when a 25year-old gunman, his face covered in a mask, walked up and demanded they give him money. They say the gunman ordered the couple into their home where the couple’s three children - ages 6, 13 and 14 - were inside. Detectives say at some point the husband was able to retrieve his gun and fatally shot the gunman, who was pronounced dead at the scene. The fatal home invasion happened in the Algiers section of New Orleans Police have not release the gunman’s name. ___

Volunteer fireman gets 5 years for arson

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — The Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry says a former volunteer firefighter from Longville has been sentenced to five years at hard labor for setting wildfires in woods near his home town. Court documents show that Brandon Lee Harris was sentenced to five years on each of three counts of

arson, but the sentences will be served at the same time and with credit for time served. A department news release Wednesday says four years could be suspended. Harris was arrested in February after a monthlong investigation by the department and the Beauregard Parish District Attorney’s Office. According to the news release, Harris told investigators he set the fires to be paid as a volunteer firefighter and for the excitement of fighting fires. ___

Family Dollar rejects Dollar General offer

Family Dollar has rejected a takeover bid from dollar-store competitor Dollar General, saying it would be too hard for the deal to pass antitrust regulators. Family Dollar’s board said it supports its existing deal to be acquired by Dollar Tree. Family Dollar Stores Inc. Chairman and CEO Howard Levine said in a statement Thursday that its board and advisers reviewed Dollar General Corp.’s offer and determined it wasn’t reasonably likely to be completed on the terms proposed. Dollar General Chairman and CEO Rick Dreiling said in a statement that the company was disappointed in Family Dollar’s decision, and that it had done an extensive antitrust analysis that confirmed its proposal could be completed. Dollar General said it was willing to share its analysis with Family Dollar and that it was still confident it could resolve any regulatory concerns about competition. Dollar General said is reviewing its options and still believes its offer is better than the Dollar Tree deal. ___

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NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A 12.4 percent jump in July winnings at Louisiana’s land casino kept the 21casino total about even with July 2013. Casinos took in about $213 million statewide, just $384,300 more than a year earlier. But the land casino’s winnings rose from $25.4 million to $28.5 million. Riverboat winnings fell 1.3 percent to $151.6 million and race track slots casinos fell 2.2 percent to $32.9 million. Revenues rose at four of the 14 riverboats. The Belle of Baton Rouge had the biggest increase: 10.7 percent, to $5.4 million. Revenues fell in Shreveport, Morgan City and Opelousas while rising in Lake Charles, New Orleans and Baton Rouge. Lake Charles’ total rose 4 percent to $64.4 million, including $34.9 million from L’Auberge Lake Charles. L’Auberge had 400,430 customers to the land casino’s 451,510. ___

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these tests,” Hernandez wrote. Jindal Chief of Staff Kyle Plotkin said the governor will appeal Hernandez’s ruling, calling it “wrong on the facts and the law.” “The judge took the arguments from Common Core proponents hook, line and sinker,” Plotkin said in a statement. “The Superintendent and BESE President are creating hysteria about one test that is several months away.” The Common Core standards are math and English benchmarks describing what students should know after completing each grade. More than 40 states have adopted them. Parents, teachers and a charter school organization sued Jindal after he suspended the testing contracts, alleging he violated constitutional separations of authority over education policy. The state education

Sunday, August 24, 2014 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

2 accused of mugging veteran, 91, at casino

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SHREVEPORT, La. (AP) — Shreveport police say a 91year-old man was injured by two muggers who took some of his casino winnings, but the World War II veteran injured one of his attackers. Cpl. Marcus Hines tells KSLA-TV the attack took place shortly after midnight Wednesday, after the men followed the veteran into a restroom at the Eldorado

Casino. He tells The Times that the victim was taken to University Health in Shreveport for treatment of injuries considered nonlife-threatening. Hines says 39-year-old John Perkins and 60-yearold Gary Smith were arrested after a search in downtown Shreveport, and were booked with seconddegree robbery. It was not clear whether they had attor neys.

board joined in the suit. Hernandez wrote that they had shown they were likely to prevail in the trial. White praised the judge’s decision. “Today’s ruling allows teachers and students to continue raising expectations in Louisiana. It enables our state to set its aspirations high and to compete with states across the country,” he said in a statement. The Jindal administration says the governor exercised his legal authority over state contracting and did nothing improper. The governor said the education department and BESE didn’t properly follow Louisiana’s procurement law and needed to seek competitive bids for the contract. Plotkin suggested the judge’s ruling could have sweeping implications. “If this judge’s ruling stands, it would cause

chaos in state government and bring us back to the old days in Louisiana when it was OK to give no-bid contracts to your friends,” he said. But when he suspended the contracts in June, Jindal acknowledged he took the action to undermine Common Core and Louisiana’s use of testing material from a consortium called the Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers, or PARCC. Jindal once supported Common Core as improving student preparation for college and careers. But the governor now opposes the standards as an effort by President Barack Obama’s administration to meddle in state education policy. White and a majority of BESE members still support Common Core, and state lawmakers also have refused to stop use of the standards.

Judge rules against Jindal in Common Core lawsuit BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Gov. Bobby Jindal’s effort to derail Louisiana’s use of the Common Core education standards was halted Tuesday by a state judge who said the governor’s actions were harmful to parents, teachers and students. Judge Todd Hernandez lifted Jindal’s suspension of contracts the education department planned to use to buy testing material aligned with the multistate standards. The decision allows Education Superintendent John White to move ahead with Common Core-tied testing plans for public school students, until a full trial is held later over the legality of Jindal’s executive orders against the standards. In his written ruling, Hernandez said the Jindal administration didn’t produce any evidence to support the governor’s claims that White and the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education, or BESE, violated state contracting law. The contract suspension stalled standardized testing plans for students in third through eighth grade. Hernandez noted that fourth-grade students must pass a standardized test in order to be promoted to the next grade. “The loss of time is irreparable. With each passing day teachers and parents lose time preparing students for high stake testing, and there is a lot riding on the student’s successful performance on

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At the beginning of the 7th Century, England was mostly non-Christian. It had received the faith in Roman times but since then, the pagan Anglo-Saxons had invaded and driven out most of the natives and the faith went with them. At this time, one of the radiant Christian centers was on Iona, a small island off the west coast of Scotland. It was from Iona that the Irish monk Cormac came to evangelize the English. He preached among them for some time without success and returned demoralized, saying that they were “a stubborn, uncivilized people.” Next, Iona sent Aidan, an apostle with a vision of a land transformed in Christ. From his torch of faith, England caught fire. Within

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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

First Baptist Church of Grand Isle

a single lifetime, there were monasteries and bishops established all over England. Here was a man of faith and vision. He saw what needed to be done and did it. In Aidan time only people with money rode a horse. Aidan used to travel on foot so whenever he passed someone on the road he could turn and speak to them about the faith. One day King Oswin of Northumbria gave him an excellent horse. Soon afterward Aidan met a man begging for alms. He dismounted and gave the horse, complete with its royal trappings, to the beggar. He was given a chance to be a cut above the people, but he did not take advantage of it for very long. Maybe we need to follow Aidan’s example: climb off our high horses and get down to the level of the people so we can do the Lord’s work. Still, who among us can have faith for a whole nation as Aidan had? When our land is shrouded in darkness, what are we to do? Perhaps the prophet Habakkuk has the answer: “Then the Lord answered me and said: ‘Write the vi-

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

Crosspoint Church

18210 West Main St., Suite 8, Galliano

Sunday Worship Service 9:00 a.m. Coffee and Donuts: 8:45 a.m. Thursday Kids Elevate: 6:00 p.m. Thursday Youth Worship: 7:00 p.m. Pastor John Boss - www.crosspointgalliano.com

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. Choir Rehearsal Saturday 2:00 p.m. Speaking Meeting/Testimony 2nd Sun. 7:30 p.m. Lord’s Supper Every 3rd Sunday Reverend Roland J. Bradley, Sr.

129 Cedar Ln. - Grand Isle - 985-787-3410 Valentine Baptist Church Sunday Small Groups: 7:00 p.m. 9334 Hwy. 308 - Valentine 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

New Mt. Zion Baptist Church 13841 East Main - Larose

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

First Baptist Church 5545 Hwy. 1 - Lockport

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

Greater New Fountain 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

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

South Lafourche Baptist Church 17077 East Main - Galliano

Sunday School/Bible Study 9:30 a.m. Worship Service 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Night Prayer Service 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.

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

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. Rev. Henry Sebastian, Pastor

Our Lady of the Isle Church 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 15300 West Main - Cut Off

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

Holy Savior Church

612 Main Street - Lockport

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

St. Anthony Church

333Twin Oaks Dr. - Raceland

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.co

St. Hilary of Poitiers

333 Twin Oaks Drive - Raceland

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

St. Joseph Catholic Church 17980 West Main - Galliano

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

sion; make it plain on tablets, so that a runner may read it. For there is still a vision for the appointed time; it speaks of the end, and does not lie. If it seems to tarry, wait for it; it will surely come, it will not delay.’” (Hab 2:2-3) St. Paul was also trying to give us a vision of how we should live as Christians when he wrote to the Colossians. He spelt out for them what being dead to sin means. Let us examine ourselves by his standards: (Col. 3:5 - 4:5) You must kill everything in you that is earthly: sexual vice, impurity, uncontrolled passion, evil desires. You must especially kill greed, which is the same thing as worshiping a false God. You must give up excessive anger, hot temper, malice, abusive language and dirty talk. You must not lie to each other. You are to be clothed in heartfelt compassion, in generosity and humility, gentleness and patience. You are to bear with one another; forgive each other if one of you has a complaint against another. You are to let the Word of Christ, in all its richness, find a home with you. You are to have gratitude in your hearts as you join with the Church in the worship of God. Husbands and wives, you are to love one another and not be sharp with each other. Children, you are to be obedient to your parents always, because that is what will please the Lord. Parents, you are not to irritate your children, but encourage them or they will lose heart. Employers, you are to make sure that you give those who work for you what is fair and upright. Whatever your work is, you are to put your heart into it as done for the Lord. You are to be persevering in your prayers and be thankful always.

KC Council 3054 reports on recent activities Members deliver food baskets

On July 14th, members of the Knights of Columbus #3054 of Lockport delivered four food baskets for needy families in the Lockport area. Members who participated were Dennis Savoie and Doyle Rogers. Thanks to all KC members, Kaycee Ladies Auxiliary members and the members of the community and the parishioners of Holy Savior Church parish who donated canned goods and other items to help families in the community. ___ Hosting fundraising dinner Sunday The Msgr. Carroll A. Badeaux Knights of Columbus Council #3054 of Lockport will sponsor their monthly fundraising dinner on Sunday, August 24 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 719 Seventh Street in Lockport. The meal will consist of hamburger steak, gravy, creamed potatoes, green beans, salad and bread. Donations are $7 per meal. Desserts and drinks will be available at an additional cost. All K.C. members are asked to support these monthly dinners. ___ Council elects new officers

to Bertha Ledet, Annie Delaune and Ethel Lirette who served the refreshments. The banquet meal, served by members of the Kaycee Ladies Auxiliary, consisted of shrimp or chicken fettuccini, salad and bread. District Deputy Mike Callais and District Warden Roy Acord installed the new officers. They include Grand Knight Warren Vedros, Deputy Grand Knight Shane Eschete, Chaplain Rev. Robert Rogers, Chancellor Jerome Cantrelle, Financial Secretary Kenney Matherne, Recording Secretary Milton Folse, Jr., Treasurer Earl Uzee, Advocate Johnny Chiasson, Lecturer Rodney Hartman, Warden Doyle Rogers, Inside Guard Phillip LeBlanc, Inside Guard F.J. Bourgeois, Outside Guard Herman Loupe, Jr., 3 Year Trustee Keith Gros, Sr., 2 Year Trustee Edwis Dufrene, and 1 year Trustee Herman Loupe, Jr. The Kaycee Ladies Aux-

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On Tuesday, July 22nd, the Msgr. Carroll A. Badeaux Knights of Columbus Council #3054 of Lockport held their annual installation banquet and social for the newly elected officers of the Knights of Columbus and the Kaycee Ladies Auxiliary. Approximately 66 people were in attendance. The Kaycee Ladies Auxiliary and Knight of Columbus members who helped decorate the tables and the hall for the activities were Malvina Sapia, Nicole Cheramie, Bertha Ledet, and Doyle Rogers. A special thanks to the head cook, Earl Uzee and wife Kathie who prepared and cooked the meal. Also a special thanks to Dorothy Colby and Mary Lee Vedros who signed in members and guests and a special thanks

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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.

PRESBYTERIAN

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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 of Laf. 14757 East Main - Cut Off

Sunday Worship Service: 8 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. Senior Pastor Dr. Bill Jemison III Pastor of Dicipleship 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.

Community Fellowship

901 Barataria Street - Lockport

Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. Thursdays 7:00 p.m. Reverend Carlos Nieves - (985) 532-2992

Victory Life Church

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.

Christian Fellowship Church 13581 East Main - Larose

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

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iliary’s new officers were installed by Nora Schexnaydre, President of the Louisiana Ladies Auxiliary Association, and by Lorraine Folse, Diocesan Membership Advisor for the Louisiana Ladies Auxiliary Association. The new officers are Board Member Lucille Adams, Parliamentarian Vera Folse, Corresponding Secretary Marilyn Hartman, Treasurer Hazel Morvant, Recording Secretary Jade Eschete, Vice President Nicole Cheramie and President Malvina Sapia. Malvina Sapia, President of the Kaycee Ladies Auxiliary presented the Sister of the Year award to Nicole Cheramie. The President’s Award was given to Lucille Adams. The half and half raffle was won by Donna Eschete. Winners of the door prizes were Herman Loupe, Jr. and Velma Dufrene.

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

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If we have not included your church, or you would like to be a part of this Worship Directory, please call the Lafourche Gazette at 985-693-7229.

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UNITED METHODIST

632-7575

Golden Meadow United Methodist Church

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

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

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

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

PENTECOSTAL

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

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.

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

SPANISH

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

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

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

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

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Arrest

From 1-A

Detectives began investigating the case, and through investigation, they discovered evidence of multiple discrepancies in the records Callais had kept. Despite several thousand dollars missing from the business account, five checks were never paid to the IRS. After obtaining the evidence, detectives obtained a warrant for Callais’ arrest on five counts of felony theft. On Wednesday, August 20, Callais turned herself in at the Lafourche Parish Detention Center in Thibodaux. She was booked on the aforementioned warrants and subsequently released after posting $25,000 bond as had been set by Judge F. Hugh Larose. This investigation into the matter is continuing.

Erny

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He is an AV rated trial attorney and is admitted to all Louisiana, State and Federal courts including the United States Supreme Court. John Erny was born, raised and lives in Lafourche Parish. He has been married for 29 years to attorney Julie Guidry Erny and they are the proud parents of two children. His father John J. Erny Jr. is a retired district judge for Lafourche Parish and his mother Lita is a retired school teacher and notary.

In announcing, John Erny said, “I pledge to you to be a fair and impartial judge who treats all lawyers and their clients with respect. I will be tough on crime to insure that our parish is a safe place to raise a family. I will use drug court and other programs to rehabilitate those who can be returned to society as productive citizens and slow the rate of repeat offenders.”

Levees

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Work in the Clovelly area on that portion of levee was recently completed and consisted of raising that levee segment to 13 feet as well. One of the first completed projects on this round of improvements occurred on the east side section of levee between the Clovelly area and Breton Canal in Galliano. The levee here was raised from a height of 9 feet to a current height of 13 feet some two years ago. Approximately a year and a half of work remains on levee improvements on the section between Breton Canal and the Louisiana Land and Exploration (LL&E) area on the east side. This $4.6 million project will raise the segment of levee from 11 feet to 14 feet once completed. Work was completed three years ago on the levee section from LL&E to Yankee Canal in the Golden Meadow area. Levee heights here were raised from 10 feet to ap-

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proximately 15 feet and several years ago the segment of levee from Yankee Canal south to the Leon Theriot Floodgate was raised from 11 feet to 16 feet. “We’re spending money in all areas of the system to try to keep the levee system as top notch as possible. It has served us well in the past and we’re spending our available resources in the best manner that we can to see that the levee system continues to provide us as much protection in the future as it has in the past,” said Curole.

Age Limit From 1-A

Legislation this year removed that exemption, a change that was slated to affect about 160 elected officials. Kelley’s order allowed anyone who was previously exempted to sign up for reelection during the Wednesday through Friday qualifying period for the Nov. 4 ballot. The judge also set an Aug. 29 hearing in the lawsuit to determine whether to continue a prohibition against enforcing the age restriction. The mandatory retirement provision, sponsored by state Sen. Elbert Guillory, breezed to easy passage with Louisiana lawmakers and was signed into law in June with little attention, but it’s unclear who was behind it. Guillory, a Republican from Opelousas, said he sponsored the measure for a constituent who said the justices of the peace and constables association wanted it. Guillory said the man raised concerns that the local officials are allowed to carry weapons under state law, while “in wheelchairs, some on oxygen tanks.” But the association denies any involvement in the bill and now is challenging it in court. Connie Moore, a St. Tammany Parish justice of the peace and president of the association, said her organization did not file the lawsuit just to prove it wasn’t involved in the legislation. “I’m assuming that people will see that we filed it, and I guess the ones that were skeptical might change their minds, but that’s not why we filed it,” she said Tuesday. “We filed it just to help out the JPs and the constables who were affected by it. Plus, we felt the timing was kind of poor, so close to the election.” Before the restraining order was issued, some of the court officials affected

by the law had said they intended to run for new sixyear terms anyway, even though they are too old to meet the law’s requirements. Since the age restriction has ballooned into a controversy, Guillory said he’ll introduce a bill next year to undo the mandatory retirement provision.

Sunday, August 24, 2014 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

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HOPE From 1-A

Hope rescues roughly 200 animals yearly. Their kennel can accommodate 25 or so dogs at a time. The remaining 175 is expertly cared for by foster families throughout the parish. “All of our rescues are fixed, de-wormed, micro chipped and get regular vet visits,” says Chiasson. And the medical costs can add up quickly! “Our expenses typically run between $8000 to $10000 monthly,” she said. Last month saw an abundance of heartworm treatments. “We had our most expensive month ever – $16,000,” says Chiasson. Hope for Animals is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization and is solely funded through donations, grants and fundraisers. Hope’s annual Bone Appetite fundraiser always gives the group’s bottom line a much-needed boost. The event is set for Sunday, August 31 at the Royal Villa Reception and Banquet Hall in Raceland and features many new firsts! “For the past 10 years, Bone Appetite has been a dinner event with dancing and live music,” says Chiasson. “This year we decided to change it up. We are having a Sunday brunch from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. followed by a comedy show and silent auction,” she says delightfully. Attendees will enjoy hickory-smoked ham, scrambled eggs, buttermilk pancakes, fresh sausage and mimosas. And save room for dessert! An hour-long comedy show featuring Becky Allen, voted New Orleans’ favorite actress for 20 years in a row, as well as nationally touring comedian with a unique New Orleans twist, Jodi Borrello, will entertain the group also. Tickets are $45 and benefits Hope for Animals. If you would like to attend the Bone Appetite Benefit Brunch, Comedy Hour and Silent Auction, you can R.S.V.P by Monday, August 25th with Kathy Labat at (985) 8598596 or via email at kathyl605@icloud.com.

Neil Maki, MD, orthopaedic surgeon on staff at Thibodaux Regional Medical Center, recently attended a bill signing ceremony with Governor Bobby Jindal and other state dignitaries. The Bill signed into law by Governor Jindal addresses the issue of out-of-state physicians traveling with their sports teams. House Bill 1074, authored by Representative Lenar Whitney from Houma, will create an exemption from licensure for those individuals who are licensed to practice medicine in another state or country and allow them to attend to the acute care needs of the official traveling party of athletes and staff of an athletic team while the team is competing in Louisiana. This measure was spearheaded by the Louisiana Orthopaedic Association and had the support of the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners. House Bill 1074 was and is now designated as Act 535. Approximately 20 states have adopted this similar exemption. Pictured with Governor Jindal are from left to right, Cindy Bishop, Executive Director, Louisiana Orthopaedic Association, Neil Maki, MD, Former President of the Louisiana Orthopaedic Association, and State Representative, Lenar Whitney.

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August 26, 28 and Sept. 4

Girls & Boys ages 4 - 12 years old can register between 6 and 8 pm at the Larose Civic Center. Registration is $35. Those interested in coaching can sign up at registration. FMI call Troy Gisclair: 985-637-9173 or Scott Bynum: 985-278-0646

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Lot For Sale: Unrestricted lots for sale down E. 37th Place. FMI call 985-6372632. _________________

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Apt. For Rent: 1 br. at 410 W. 14th St, Larose and a 2 br. Trailer For Rent at 408 W. 14th St, Larose. FMI call 985991-0053. _________________ Office Space For Sublease: Located in the Picciola Complex in Galliano. 1332 sq ft space w/7 rooms & 2 b a t h r o o m s . $1200/mth. Call 985855-4163. _________________ Peterson Living Rentals, LLC 985637-4133 18122 Hwy. 3235, Galliano, 3.3 miles south of Wal-Mart and 1/2 mile north of Days Inn Motel. Mobile Home & RV Park, New Laundromat & Convenience Store. Convenience store open Mon. - Sat. 8 am - 9 pm and laundry mat open 24/7. Try out new drop off laundry service and be one of our many satisfied customers. Lavanderia Nueva y Tienda Hispana. Se habla Espanol Camper Sales and Propane. Here from out of town and tired of paying high hotel prices and eating out all the time?â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;Come be another satisfied customer. Starting at $150/wk with full kitchen and a yard so you can barbeque. Available Now: Campers, camper lots, bunk houses, 2BR cabins, 1 - 2 BR Mobile Homes. Day, week, month. _________________

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If you are a group of employees working in the local area and are looking for Cajun hospitality then come see us at Louisiana Leisure Resort 18076 HWY 3235. Â Lots and Cabins for rent. Â Ammenities included. Â 3 miles from Walmart. Â 15 miles from Fourchon. We offer Company Packages for all the hard workers out there. Please call Crystal or Gina for more info at 985-3254006. _________________ Office Retail Space For Lease! 1300 sq. ft., located at 14410 W. Main, Suite 3. FMI call 225-456-7755. _________________ House For Rent: 2 br, 1 ba, yard, covered parking, laundry rm., new floors, furn. available. E. 135th St., Galliano. $900/mth, $900/dep. Call Tony or Collette at 985-4755719 or cell 985-6652723. _________________ House For Rent: 5 br, 2.5 ba, 2-story house in Golden Meadow. Right on Mardi Gras parade route. Businesses welcome also. $ 1 4 0 0 / m t h , $1400/dep. 985-6911925. _________________ Very Nice 2 br Apt. in Lockport area For Rent, appliances & w/d included $650/mth, $650/dep. _________________ Also a 2 br House For Rent, appliances & w/d included, $700/mth, $700/dept. FMI call 985-7987433. _________________

MERCHANDISE

55 gallon drums for sale with lid. $20 each. Call 985-2919490 FMI. _________________ 200 Plastic Pallets For Sale: $10 ea. or $8 ea. for 15 or more. Call 693-7229 FMI. _________________

CAMPERS

2011 Montana, 3665 RE, leaving everything in it. All you need is your clothes. Letting B/W hitch & Yogi Bear membership go with it. Take over notes. Call 985-665-4303. _________________ 2011 Sprinter, 31 ft, For Sale: Sleeps 10, double slide out. Asking $18,000. Price negotiable. Call 985-637-2099 or 985637-2326. _________________

BOATS

Lafitte Skiff For Sale, 26â&#x20AC;&#x2122; long, new motor, 6 cyl. Chevrolet. Asking $4000. Call 985-6322864. _________________ Boat For Sale: F/V L & M, 47x16 steel hull. Ready to go. $60,000. Call 985-691-4008 or 985-677-0935. _________________

HELP WANTED

Joeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Septic Cont. has Immediate Openings for Excavator /Backhoe Operator with CDL & Non CDL Drivers. Positions are top pay w/health, dental & vision. Must submit to drug screening! Apply in person at 15344 Hwy. 3235, Cut Off. _________________

WANTED

Commercial Property

MLS 115650:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;NEW LISTING 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 113330: Located on Hwy. 3235 in Galliano. The east side of the property measures 448 ft. of road frontage by 1400 ft. deep. The property is fenced and all cleared. Great location! $400,000. MLS 112971: Located down E. 90th St. in Galliano this 19 acre piece has 1200 ft. of frontage on E. 90th St. It is unrestricted, currently used as a hay pasture. $195,000.

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

MLS 113721:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; Old Rouseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Shopping Center located at 516 Justin, St. in ING PENDparking Lockport. 17,940 sqft. plus cement lot and adjoining vacant land included. $345,000. MLS 112683: Located in Golden Meadow on Hwy. 1 inside the Levee protection, 10 acres with 535â&#x20AC;&#x2122; road frontage. $450,000.

MLS 112503:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;This property is located on the east side of Hwy. 3235. 96â&#x20AC;&#x2122; road frontage. $100,000. MLS 113943:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;This property is located off Hwy. 308 down Emile Dr. in Lockport. 400 x 104. Restricted. $65,000. MLS 114010:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;170 ft. of Bayouside property located north of Intracoastal in Larose. New bulkhead, electricity, water, plenty of parking. $115,000.

MLS 114683:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;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 40â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 25â&#x20AC;&#x2122; covered parking area. It also includes a bayouside with a new dock for loading and unloading boats. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an unrestricted zone on an 86â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 165â&#x20AC;&#x2122; lot and is great for a boat company. $125,000 MLS 108857:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;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.

Residential Property

MLS 113708: Located at 290 W. 86th Street in Cut Off, this home has a total living area of 3200 sqft and sits on a IN lot G size of 210â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 136â&#x20AC;&#x2122;. It has been totally PENDand countertops. There is also a 700 sqft. renovated from floors to appliances cabana with a kitchen and full bath. This home is move in ready. REDUCED $350,000.

MLS 114693: Located at 201 E. 153rd Street in Galliano, this home has a total living area of 4,193 sqft. and sits on a 270â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 83â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 375â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 95â&#x20AC;&#x2122; lot. It is a 1.5 story ranch home with 3 bedrooms and 3.5 baths including an in-ground pool, bath house, sun room and spa. $290,000 MLS 114636:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;This unrestricted property located at 168 West 115th St. in Cut Off is on a lot measuring 120â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 636â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 185â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 767â&#x20AC;&#x2122;. $55,000 200 Hwy. 3161, Suite 1, Cut Off â&#x20AC;˘ 325-7107 Panky Christen - Broker / Owner Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated

Lafourche Parish Fire District 3 is accepting applications for the following career positions: Firefighter / Operator and Communications Officer (Dispatcher). LPFD3 offers competitive salaries, IRA Retirement Plan, Health, Vision and Dental Insurance, Paid Vacation and Paid Holiday. Must possess a valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license and high school diploma. Please apply in person at Fire Central, 17462 West Main, Cut Off. Need more information, contact Codi Collins or Jada Pitre @ 985-632-8068. _________________

401K, 3 Weeks Vacation, No Saturdays, Uniforms, 7:30 - 5:30 See Richard to apply in person at Golden Motors â&#x20AC;˘ Hwy. 3235 in Cut Off

No Phone Calls Please E.O.E

Full Time Position

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17771 Hwy. 3235 Galliano, LA 70354

Superior Shipyard is now hiring experienced single hand fitter and welders. Experience with USCG repairs are a plus. Scheduled days cover Monday thru Friday. Weekends and holidays as required. Competitive pay DOE, and benefits. Please apply in person at Superior Shipyard 20987 Hwy 1 Golden Meadow 70357 or send a resume to zrichard elle@superiorship yard.com _________________

Home Instead Senior Care is currently looking for caring & compassionate Caregivers for prn hrs. Please call 985-8680038 (no calls after 5 pm). _________________

5&2 CDL Driver is in need of a

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Currently Accepting Applications for

Experienced

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Electric Motor / Generator Mechanics Tig Pipe Welders Aluminum Pulse Welders Warehouse Specialists Regional Safety Coordinator Executive Assistant

Inside &â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;Outside Machinists Short Arc Welders Short Arc Tackers Quality Specialists - Electrical Quality Specialists - Structural HR Associate

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Bollinger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans and disabled individuals.

Equal Opportunity Employer

7,632 sqft. Plenty parking plus bayouside property

MLS #: 113708

350,000

Beautifully renovated from top to bottom, this 3BR, 2ba. home is listed below its appraised value.

MLS #: 108882

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Cleaning Technician Position

Truck Drivers

RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY FOR SALE 290 W. 86th St., Cut Off

Currently Accepting Applications For

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY FOR SALE The Old Kief Hardware LA Hwy. 1, Galliano

Apply in Person at 20804 Hwy. 1, Golden Meadow, by email sales@jambonboats.com or online at www.jambonboats.com

Louisiana SW Transportation Accepting Applications for

(985) 632-7575 Crosby Tugs, LLC offers a competitive benefits package that includes: Excellent Pay, 401K, Bonuses, Health, Life, Dental, Disability & Cancer Insurances

Now Hiring Office Assistant: We are looking for an energetic and well-organized person, that is willing & able to adapt in a fast paced office environment. Someone who is computer knowledgeable, and proficient in accounts payable. Must be flexible to work with a changing schedule. Please send all resumes to either jobs.cmoransmarina @gmail.com, fax 985-396-2708 or mail to 27900 Hwy. 1, Golden Meadow, LA 70357. _________________ La Casa Mexican Rest. is looking for Kitchen/Dishwasher Help. Must be able to work nights & weekends. Apply is person at 13990 W. Main St., Larose. Se busca lavaplatos para restaurant. Debe ser capaz de trabajar noche y fines de semana. Aplicar en persona en 13990 W. Main St., Larose. _________________

Tiger Offshore

The Leader in the Marine Terminal Industry

Accepting Applications for

Crosby Tugs is seeking an HSE professional with USCG, ABS and ISM experience. This position will require the ideal candidate to be available both during work hours and after hours in the event of an emergency. Applicant must have 5 years of experience in maritime industry. The ideal candidate will have working knowledge of regulatory compliance issues in the maritime environment.

Blanchard Cont., Inc. is hiring an exp. tug boat captain with a towing endorsement. Full benefits included. Apply in person at 15444 Hwy. 3235, Cut Off. _________________

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Regulatory Compliance / QHSE Coordinator

Fax: 985-693-8282

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Southern Guard Service, Inc. is now accepting applications for Security Guard positions. Apply at 109 W. 12th St., Larose. Call 985-6934316. _________________ Lafourche Arc is looking for energetic, compassionate individuals to work flexible hrs. & days w / individuals w / disabilities who live in the lower Lafourche area. Assistance with transportation, personal hygiene & household tasks is needed. Agency will train. High school diploma, GED or 5 yrs pd related exp. required. Scheduling flexibility required. FMI contact Meka Williams at 985447-6214 ext. 120 or Gina Gaudet at ext. 115. Applications may be completed at Lafourche Arc, 100 W. Main St., Thibodaux. EOE, M/F/V/H. _________________ Jan Serve Cleaning personnel needed in Lafourche Parish. Call to apply at 985-798-5800. Resume preferred but not required. Submit resume to PO Box 143, Cut Off, LA 70345. _________________

Light mechanical skills needed. Will train. Good driving record.

985-696-7377

Bollinger Larose, LLC has an immediate opening for the following position: HR Associate/Receptionist. Individual needed to conduct Human Resource duties such as pre-employment processing, maintaining accurate personnel records, minor payroll functions, Oracle database entries, etc. Will be the primary interface for benefits and general HR policies and procedures. Individual will also be responsible for answering switchboard calls. Must have basic computer skills in using MS Word and Excel. Oracle exp. a plus. Also must have good human relations & people skills needed to interact with applicants & employees in performing job duties. Please apply in person: 1515 Hwy. 24, Larose. (985) 6937002. Bollinger is an equal employment employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans and disabled individuals. _________________ Coastal Janitorial Services Now Hiring Positions. 5 days a week. Call 632-5791. _________________

Lube rack technician

Boo Legendre

American Realty USA

Mayberry Sales & Service Also buy & repair used washers / dryers / refrigerators & window A/Cs. Call 4757211. _________________ Schwinn Elliptical Exercise Machine For Sale: Model #420. Asking $450. Call 985-637-1293. _________________ 3 Twin X-Long Mattresses For Sale, sheets included, $200 ea. Call 985-6938368, if no answer leave your name & number. _________________

Office: 985-693-7229

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Sunday, August 24, 2014 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

Blanchard Cont. Inc. is hiring Certified Pipe Welders, Welder Fitters, Crane Operators, Mechanic & Riggers, 401K, short/long term disability, health, dental & life ins. Pd. vacation & safety bonus. Apply in person at 15444 Hwy. 3235, Cut Off. _________________ K&W Leasing, LLC is accepting applications for the following: certified forklift operators, certified riggers, yard hands. Apply in person at 160 A. Henry St., Golden Meadow, LA. 985475-4886 _________________

Coastal Commerce Bank is seeking Tellers for our Larose location. The ideal candidate will have some teller experience & possess excel. customer service skills. Please send cover letter and resume to: humanresources1999@gmail.c om or P.O. Box 4177, Houma, LA 70360. EOE /Minority /Female/Disabled/Veteran. _________________ Full Time Inside Sales Person, Mon.Fri. Send resume to chrisjblack@gulflandoffice.com. _________________ Superior Shipyard in Golden Meadow is currently seeking a full-time Billing Clerk. Qualifications include MS Excel and accounting experience and/or education. Billing experience a plus. Competitive pay DOE and benefits offered. Apply in person / mail resume to Superior Shipyard, 20987 Hwy. 1, Golden Meadow, LA 70357. E-mail resume to dfolse@ superiorshipyard.com _________________

HUB Enterprises, a leading security company, in now hiring full time Security Guards, armed and unarmed to fill immediate openings in the Lafourche area. Licensed security guards are urged to apply, but exp. is not necessary. Must have a valid driver’s license, clean criminal history & reliable trans. Call 1-800-7593660, fax resume to 1-800-706-6106 or email to securityjobs@hubenterprises.com. _________________

Exp. Alligator Skinners needed to work for a local company. For all int. parties please come by our office at 18076 Hwy. 3235, Galliano to fill out the application or call 985-325-4006. _________________

AC Marine, Inc. currently accepting applications for Licensed Inland Captains: towing endorsement req., company pd. benefits, health, dental, life, short & long term disability, & vision insurance. Small family business. FMI call Mark Mayberry at 985-637-2482. EOE. _________________ Driver Wanted for a Passenger Van, 1 yr. exp., clean driving record. Call Sue at 337-281-6026. _________________ Now Hiring Front Desk Clerk & Breakfast Attendant. Exp. preferred but not necessary. Apply at Best Western, 17026 Hwy. 3235. No phone calls please. _________________ Part Time Help Wanted at What’s Brewing. No phone calls please. Apply in person at 237 Hwy. 3161, Cut Off. _________________

HUB Enterprises a leading security company, is now hiring

Full-time Security Guards

armed and unarmed to fill immediate openings in the Port Fourchon area. Licensed security guards are urged to apply, but experience is not necessary. Must have valid driver’s license, clean criminal history and reliable transportation. Call 1-800-759-3660, fax resume to 1-800-706-6106 or e-mail to securityjobs@hubenterprises.com

CROSBY TUGS LLC Accepting Applications for

Inshore / Offshore Captains & Mates with Towing Endorsement Full Time Position 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

MARINE SAFETY REPRESENTATIVE Blanchard Contractors, Inc. is now accepting applications for a highly motivated Representative to oversee HSE and regulatory compliance of its marine vessels and barge fleet. Minimum 5 years HSE experience required. Knowledge of USCG, ABS, BSEE and OSHA regulations preferred. Ability to lead meetings and knowledge of contractor safety databases is beneficial. Qualified applicants may send resumes to:

wayneb@blanchardcontractors.com or apply in person at 15444 Hwy 3235, Cut Off, LA 70345

Blanchard Contractors, Inc. offers competitive benefits package and pay, 401K, safety bonuses, etc.

$5,000 annual Retention Bonus for Captains & Mates

Dale Martin Offshore is accepting applications for the following positions:

Master of Towing Mate / Pilot Must have TWIC Card

We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package that includes: Top pay, 401K, Bonuses, Holiday Pay, Paid Training, Health, Life, Dental & Disability Insurances

Apply in person at 200 Beaulieu Dr., Suite 9B2 Lafayette, LA 70508 or call 337-984-3602, fax 337-984-5143 or email chrisd@dalemartinent.com

www.dalemartinoffshore.com

Now Hiring! CDL 18Wheeler 2 ton and 1 ton drivers needed to haul oilfield equipment.Call 985-5327188, 985-532-7117, 985-637-2569 or 985637-1095. _________________

Special Ed. Dist. #1, The Center, located in Cut Off is seeking a Direct Support for its Residential Waiver Programs in the Raceland/South Lafourche area. Great pay, flexible hrs., several positions available. Applications will be accepted from Aug. 19 thru Sept. 5 between the hrs. of 8 am till 2 pm. FMI call 985-632-5671. _________________

Jambon Convenience Store has an opening for a parttime cashier. Apply in person at 20804 Hwy. 1 in Golden Meadow. No phone calls. _________________

SERVICES

Dog Grooming at Pitre’s Feed & Seed. Call JoAnn Pitre at 696-2321. _________________

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, counter tops, showers, sheet rock, cabinets, windows, doors, porches, decks, patios, additions, new construction and more! Metal roof prices that can’t be beat. No job too big or too small. State licensed & insured, 20 yrs. exp. Free estimates. Call Curtis J. Orgeron, Jr., owner at 985-397-6254 or email curtisorgeron@gmail. com __________________

Gulf Logistics Accept i ng A p p l i c a ti o n s

• Licensed 100 Ton Captains • Experienced Deckhands OFFSHORE CREWBOATSUTILITY BOATS 14/7- 28/14 Rotations Benefit packages available including: • Health • Life • Dental • 401k • Short & Long Term Disabilty • Quarterly Safety Bonus

Apply in person at:

Gulf Logistics Operating, Inc.

11828 Hwy 1.- Larose, LA 70373 (985) 693-3888 (985) 693-3889 (fax) or apply online at www.glohire.com

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Concrete Work Forming, pouring & finishing – houses, buildings, driveways, patios, walkways, etc. Call Glenn Hughes, Jr at 985-209-5552. _________________ J & P’s Tree Service & Sawmill, LLC State Arbor’s License & Insured. Land Clearing, Dozer & Excavator, Tree Removal, Trimming, Stump Grinding, Demolition, Pile Driving. For Sale: Used pilings, pecky cypress, firewood, mulch, & dirt. Call 632-2540. _________________ Tim Harris Flooring Installation Services Carpet, vinyl, laminate, wood, ceramic, custom showers, painting, carpentry, sheet rock. Purchase floor anywhere, we will install. Manufactures warranty floors, not flooring stores. Free estimates. Call 985-677-0474 or 985677-2526. _________________ Curry’s Tree Service: Tree cutting & trimming, any size, reasonable rates, free estimates. Licensed. Also power wash houses and drive ways. Call 985-2580465. _________________

Leap of Faith Learning Center Tired of Common Core? Tired of bullying? Christian Homeschool Education specializing in 4th 8th grade. Classes begin September 8. Tutoring sessions now available. After school care in educational setting for GMLE and GMUES students. Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education. 16+ years experience. References available. Call 985-665-8104 for pricing and more information. _________________

The Leader in the Marine Terminal Industry

Currently Accepting Applications for Experienced Industrial Electrician Helper

5 & 2 Work Schedule Home Every Night

Job Requirements:

Some knowledge to install, maintain, troubleshoot & repair air conditions and industrial electrical equipment Benefits Include: 401-K Health, Dental, Life, Vision & Disability Ins.

Apply in person at the C-Port Personnel Dept. Office in Fourchon or fax resume to 985-396-2500 *TWIC card required to apply 106 9th Street Lot 1 Golden Meadow, LA 70357

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CDL DRIVER Hours open:

Mon.-Fri. (7-6)

Every Other Weekend (Sat. 7-5 & Sun. 8-3)

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CROSBY TUGS LLC Accepting Applications for

RUNNER

Full Time Position

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. 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

Can Do Brick, Block & Stone Work. Call for free estimates. Keith Thayer at 985-637-3569. _________________ Individual & Small Business Medical, Dental, Hospitalization, Prescription Plan, Access to Doctor 24/7. $19.95 / $29.95 / $49.95 monthly. No age limit. For more information call 1-877-4497540 or 504-559-0833.

Hate To Paint? Call us! Indoor/Outdoor painting. New or old construction. Reasonable rates. Call 985278-6936 or 985-278-7971. _________________ F.U.N. Parties! To book a party call 985-633-2904. Ask how to win a free cruise. funpartiesinc.com _________________ Curry’s Painting Services: New construction, remodels, interior, exterior, pressure washing, shingle roofing-new & repair. Exp. Call 985-2580465 or 985-2586414. _________________ Evans Concrete Construction House slabs, driveways, sidewalks, etc. No job too big or too small. Call Leonard Evans at 985-6772959. _________________ Piano Lessons: An education that lasts a lifetime. Fall enrollment. Join in July or Aug. & waive registration fee. Professional teacher w/35 + yrs. exp. Call 985-2093478. Must have piano/keyboard for home practice. _________________ Child care in Golden Meadow: Ages 1 - 7, full time and before / after school care. 3980607 leave message. Teacher majored in early childhood care at Delgado University. _________________

PETS

Free Kittens: white with black spots, very tame. Call 985-4756386. _________________ African Grey Parrot For Sale: 8 yrs. old. $800 w/cage. Call 985-232-3741. _________________

PRAYERS

PRAYER TO AVERT STORMS AND HURRICANES Father, all the elements of nature obey Your command. Calm the storms 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 ____________________ THE MIRACULOUS PRAYER Dear heart of Jesus, in the past I have asked for many favors. This time I ask you this very special one (mention here). Take it dear Jesus and place it within your own broken heart where your Father sees it, then in your own merciful eyes. It will become your favor not mine. Amen Say this prayer for 3 days. Promise publication and favor will be granted. Never known to fail. L.C. ______________________ ST. JUDE NOVENA May the Sacred heart of Jesus be adored, glorified, loved and preserved throughout the world now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus, pray for us to St. Jude, Worker of Miracles, pray for us. St. Jude, helper of the hopeless, pray for us. Say this prayer 9 times a day, by the 8th day your prayer will be answered. It has never been known to fail. Publication must be promised. Thank you St. Jude for granting my petition. Amen _____________________

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OBITUARIES

CLYDE ORGERON Clyde A. Orgeron, 85, a native of Clovelly Farms and longtime resident of Galliano passed away August 17, 2014. Visitation took place on Thursday, August 21, at Falgout Funeral Home in Galliano from 5:00 p.m. till 9:00 p.m. and on Friday August 22, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Galliano from 9:00 a.m. till funeral time. Funeral Mass began at 11:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church with burial at Holy Rosary Cemetery. Mr. Clyde is survived by his four daughters, Theresa Duet (Jonathan), Celeste Daigle (Mike), Mary Howard (Curtis), and Anne Dantin (Ched); grandchildren, Jace Duet (Aimee), Jennifer Duet, Michael, Chris, and Sam Daigle, Alexandra and Matthew Howard, Samantha, Zachary, and Claire Dantin, and great grandchildren, Olivia and Victoria Duet. He was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years Patsy Orgeron; parents, Augustin and Nola B. Orgeron; brothers, J.D. Orgeron and Lloyd “Buzzy” Orgeron, and sister, Noella Charitat. Mr. Clyde graduated from Cut Off High School then went on to graduate from Southwestern College with a degree in English. He then enlisted in the U.S. Army at Ft. Polk and attained the rank of Lieutenant where he met his beloved wife Patsy Davis. He was a teacher at LCO High School. He received his Master of Education from LSU and later became principal of Galliano Jr. High. He went on to become Assistant Superintendent in Lafourche Parish where he retired.

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In retirement Clyde enjoyed fishing with family and friends, playing cards, gardening and watching the Saints. Special thanks to everyone at Lafourche Home for Aged and his wonderful caregiver, Suzette Thibodaux. Also, thanks to everyone at St. Joseph Manor and his special caregiver there, Norman Benoit. In lieu of flowers, kindly consider a charity or St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, a favorite of Clyde and Pat. ___________________

WOODROW PIERCE Woodrow G. “Woody” Pierce, 84, a native of Cut Off and a resident of Thibodaux, passed away on Tuesday, August 19, 2014. Visitation was from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m., Thursday, August 21, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Cut Off. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at 12:00 p.m., Thursday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his daughters, Tina Pierce Naquin, Angela Pierce Hebert; 5 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Peggy Jane Babin Pierce; son, Ronald Raymond Pierce and parents, Arthur Charles Pierce and Mae Grabert Pierce. Falgout Funeral Homes was in charge of the arrangements. ___________________

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Landrieu, Cassidy trade jabs over leadership Sunday, August 24, 2014 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

MELINDA DESLATTE Associated Press

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; U.S. Sen. Mary Landrieu and her main Republican challenger, Congressman Bill Cassidy, traded jabs over leadership and effectiveness as they officially signed up on the opening day of qualifying for Louisianaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s November election. Landrieu, a Democrat deemed among the nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most vulnerable incumbents, talked Wednesday of her 18 years of seniority and her leadership of the Senate energy committee, saying Louisiana voters shouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t relinquish that clout. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Louisianaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s clout. Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not give it up. It took us a long time to get to this point,â&#x20AC;? the three-term senator from New Orleans said, repeating the central theme of her campaign. Cassidy, a Baton Rouge doctor, described his effort as crucial to returning the U.S. Senate to GOP control, which he said more closely represents Louisianaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s views. He repeatedly linked Landrieu to President Barack Obama, who is highly unpopular in Louisiana. Cassidy also took a shot at Landrieuâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s seniority, saying that hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t helped advance the Keystone XL pipeline, which Landrieu and Cassidy both support. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You can speak of clout, but frankly, you she should ask: Why havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t you been effective?â&#x20AC;? Cassidy said after registering for the election at the Secretary of Stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office. While Landrieu signed up, the Republican Party of Louisiana showed up with â&#x20AC;&#x153;Air Maryâ&#x20AC;? signs, a dig at the scrutiny Landrieu has faced for billing private chartered planes to her Senate office when she used the flights to attend campaign fundraisers.

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The following information is based on reports from the Lafourche Parish Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office. Those individuals have been booked with, not convicted of, the offenses shown. All accused should be presumed innocent until proved guilty. AUGUST 17, 2014 Lafourche Parish Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office Larry Hebert, Jr., 44, 3166 Hwy. 315, Apt. 1218, Houma. Contempt of court (2 cts), poss. or dist. of drug para, poss. of methamphetamine less than 28 grams. AUGUST 18, 2014 Lafourche Parish Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office Toby Cheramie, 25, 338 E. 1st St., Larose. Possession w/intent to dist. synthetic marijuana, poss. or dist. of drug para. Shannon Miller, 32, 109 W. 5th St., Larose. Turning movements & required signals, poss. w/intent to dist. synthetic marijuana, poss. or dist. of drug para. Scott Price, 37, 217 Mia Dr., Gray. Contempt of court. Curtis Welch, 24, 139 Tiffany Ct, Gray. Simple battery (open charge). Anthony Ayro, 34, 1722 South Barbier, Thibodaux. Domestic abuse battery w/child endangerment (open charge), enter/remain after being forbid-

Landrieu ordered a complete review of all flight payments after Cassidy and GOP leaders questioned whether nearly $9,000 in reimbursements have unveiled a pattern of improperly using taxpayer dollars to pay for campaign events. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The whole airplane issue is just a symptom, if you will, of a Washington, D.C., that lives high on the hog while taxpayers struggle,â&#x20AC;? Cassidy said. The incumbent senator described the payments as a â&#x20AC;&#x153;bookkeeping mistake.â&#x20AC;? She said Cassidy was bringing up the flights to redirect attention from his limited achievements in office. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Congressman Cassidy has done everything he can to not talk about the real issues of this campaign, because his record is very sparse and very modest, so he really canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t talk about a record of leadership,â&#x20AC;? Landrieu said. Both candidates took credit for a flood insurance fix that reversed skyrocketing rate hikes that were slated to hit homeowners and businesses. The three-day qualifying period ran through Friday. Contenders vying for any elected office had to pay fees and sign paperwork. Three of Louisianaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s incumbent congressmen also signed up for their re-election bids: â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Democrat Cedric Richmond, of the New Orleans-based 2nd District; â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Republican Charles Boustany, of Lafayette, for the southwest Louisianabased 3rd District; â&#x20AC;&#x201D; John Fleming, of Minden, for the northeast Louisiana-based 4th District. Since Cassidy is running for Senate, his Baton Rouge-based 6th District seat is up for grabs, and six candidates qualified for what is expected to be a crowded race. den-immovable structure (open charge). Shanna Tibbs, 36, 155 Cypress Dr., Des Allemands. Enter/remain after being forbidden-immovable structure, domestic abuse battery. Thibodaux Police Department Courtney Wiggins, 19, 118 North Wildwood Rd., Napoleonville. Aggravated 2nd degree battery, aggravated battery w/dangerous weapon. William Daniels, 21, 6333 Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Juanna Dr., Baton Rouge. Contempt of court (3 cts). AUGUST 19, 2014 Lafourche Parish Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office Carl Miller, Jr., 22, 137 Kirby Ct., Gibson. Contempt of court. Richard Branes, 54, 433 St. Charles By-Pass Road, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Michael Cooks, Jr., 22, P.O. Box 221, Thibodaux. Unauthorized entry of an inhabited dwelling (open charge). Colby Falgout, 28, 198 E. 51st St., Cut Off. Distribution of heroin, dist. of hydrocodone. Justin Callais, 24, 187 Forever Court, Gray. Violation of probation/parole. Thibodaux Police Department Ashley Tilford, 29, 179 Violet St., Labadieville. Fugitive of East Baton Rouge. Janell Davis, 35, 179 Violet St., Thibodaux. Theft of goods (open

Feds look at La. dentists for ACT analysis: Scores same or slightly lower in La. kids on Medicaid JANET McCONNAUGHEY Associated Press

NEW ORLEANS (AP) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; About 5 percent of the Louisiana dentists treating children under Medicaid may be padding their numbers, overcharging, providing unnecessary treatments or even harming children, according to a federal study released Wednesday. Auditors for the Department of Health and Human Services checked 512 dentists and 41 oral surgeons. Twenty-six dentists and one oral surgeon â&#x20AC;&#x201D; paid a total of $12.4 million for pediatric dental work in 2012 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; billed for extremely high numbers of children or amounts of money or showed other possible excesses, according to the report from department inspector generalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office. Some of the bills may be legitimate but they warrant scrutiny, said a copy of the report provided to The Associated Press before its general release. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Some of these cases are pretty alarming,â&#x20AC;? said Calder Lynch, chief of staff for Louisianaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Department of Health and Hospitals. He cited doctors with high numbers of fillings and â&#x20AC;&#x153;baby root canals,â&#x20AC;? or pulpotomies. According to the report, one dentist billed for 31 procedures, including 13 pulpotomies, four fillings and 10 stainless steel crowns on one 3-year-old â&#x20AC;&#x201D; all during the same visit. Lynch said he believes many of the dentists described in the audit are among more than 20 his department is already investigating. It recently hired a second dental technician to go over records and will check all 27 people as soon as the federal department sends their names, he said. That list was â&#x20AC;&#x153;still going through internal processesâ&#x20AC;? Tuesday â&#x20AC;&#x153;but will most certainly be provided,â&#x20AC;? Janna charge). Matthew Marshall, 21, 29385 East Street, Lacombe, La. Possession of drug para, pwitd marijuana. Kaelon Charles, 19, 155 East 24th St., Reserve, La. Possession of drug para, pwitd marijuana. John Lewis, 20, 25682 W. Elm Street, Lacombe, La. Possession of drug para, pwitd marijuana. David Romero, 18, 3280 Glen Eagle Lane, Kenner. Possession of drug para, pwitd marijuana. AUGUST 20, 2014 Lafourche Parish Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office Tanya Callais, 44, 245 Willow D St. Larose. Theft, (felony, 5 cts). Godfrey Moten, 40, 645 St. Louis St. Raceland. Evidence of comp. mv liability security in vehicle, resisting an officer (2 cts.), signals required, agg. battery w/dangerous weapon, parole warrant. Clarence Sims, 52, 305 St. Francis St., Houma, contempt of court. Jayson Duet, 32, 532 South Holly Rd., Labadieville, La. Pwitd methamphetamine, poss of drug para. Jaydon Galliano, 20, 260 West 151st, St. Galliano. Contempt of court. Golden Meadow Police Department Mike Chapman, 41, 480 Dolphin St., St. Joe, Florida. Contempt of court, warrant from Thibodaux city court.

Raudenbush, spokeswoman for the Office of Inspector General, said in an email. State Medicaid Director Ruth Kennedy wrote in a July 24 response included with the report that, as a result of the study, DHH hired Managed Care of North America on July 1. The company will manage dental benefits under Medicaid and the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bayou Health program â&#x20AC;&#x201D; an insurance-based model that covers 900,000 of Louisianaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 1.4 million Medicaid recipients, mostly pregnant women and children. The report said the 512 dentists averaged $264 per child, but six billed for more than $663 per child. â&#x20AC;&#x153;These dentists received more than $2,000 per child for a total of 237 children,â&#x20AC;? and one was paid $8,000 for work done on one child over three visits, the report said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Extremely high payments raise concerns about whether these dentists are billing for unnecessary services or services that they did not provide,â&#x20AC;? the auditors wrote. Overall, the dentists averaged 27 procedures such as cleaning, extraction or Xrays per day, but three billed Medicaid for 146 or more per day. One billed for 376 services in one day, the report said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If this dentist spent only 5 minutes performing each service, it would have taken over 31 hours to complete all these services,â&#x20AC;? the auditors noted. The auditors also checked on specific procedures, such as extractions, fillings, stainless steel crowns and pulpotomies. On the average, the dentists pulled out teeth from 11 percent of the children they saw, but six dentists extracted teeth from at least 40 percent of the children and one did so on 70 percent of the children he treated. Dentists who filled teeth did so for one-third of the children, but one did so for 92 percent. The audit looked at Louisiana dentists and oral surgeons who billed Medicaid for at least 50 children in 2012. One-third of the dentists worked for two dental chains, it said. The report did not identify the chains. The DHHS report is the second in a series of state reports; the first found similar patterns in 23 of 719 dentists in New York State. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s about 3.1 percent. The state reports are not being done in any particular order, Raudenbush wrote.

KEVIN McGILL Associated Press

NEW ORLEANS (AP) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Average composite ACT scores for students in Louisiana were the same or slightly down from 2013 to 2014, depending on the way they were calculated, state officials said Wednesday, while also noting that more students are taking the college preparatory test and more are scoring well enough to qualify for state TOPS awards. Louisiana began requiring all public high school students to take the ACT test last year, regardless of whether they planned to attend college. ACT scores are now used in figuring accountability ratings for schools and school districts. The education department notes in its analysis that students can take the test more than once. When studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; best scores are considered, the state average score is 19.1, unchanged from 2013; when the â&#x20AC;&#x153;most recentâ&#x20AC;? scores are averaged, the average is 19.2 for 2014, down from 19.5 in 2013. The department said it uses all public school seniorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; highest ACT scores in figuring school performance ratings. The ACT testing organization uses the â&#x20AC;&#x153;most recent scoreâ&#x20AC;? of students who take the test more than once. The analysis of test scores released Wednesday

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