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Sunday, August 9, 2015

Galliano man convicted of manslaughter

A Galliano man was convicted Wednesday, August 5th, of the manslaughter of a fifteen-year-old teenager following a twoday bench trial.

Neely Gardner was convicted for the killing of Braxton Bourda by the Hon. Walter I. Lanier, III. Gardner waived his right to a trial by jury, electing instead to have his case heard by the judge only.

“This was truly a senseless killing,” said District Attorney Camille A. Morvant, II. “While the loss of this young man’s life can never be undone, the conviction does bring his killer to justice.”

Gardner was charged with the killing of Bourda on June 5, 2014.

Investigators with the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office responded to a 911 call on that date and discovered the body of fifteenyear-old Braxton Bourda lying beside East 23rd Street in Larose.

See Gardner Page 5-A

MEETINGS MONDAY, AUG. 10

LAF. PORT COMMISSION Committee Meeting 6:00 p.m.

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Larose Civic Center

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WEDNESDAY, AUG. 12 LAF. PORT COMMISSION Board Meeting 10:30 a.m.

Galliano Hwy. 308 Office AM. LEGION POST 315 7:00 p.m. - Galliano

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Arrests............................8-A Calendar of Events.........2-A

Classifieds................6-A/7-A

Horoscopes....................7-A

Legal Advertisement......8-A Letters and Opinions......2-A Lottery.............................2-A

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

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

Surfin’ the Net.................2-A Worship Directory...........4-A

School starts Monday

Deputies to enforce new law banning cell phone use in school zones

Night Out

Staff photo by Babs

The annual Night Out Against Crime event Tuesday night featured several block parties at different locations throughout the parish.

At the Golden Meadow Town Hall firefighter Michael Schuhle shows Victor Autin just how much pressure is in a water hose while Pacey Cheramie looks on and anxiously awaits for his turn.

CRCL to hold first-of-its-kind Coastal Issues Governor’s Forum at NSU

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With the start of a new school year, motorists need to be reminded about traffic safety and that Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office deputies will be enforcing a new law regarding cell phone use in school zones.

Lafourche Parish public schools begin classes on Monday, August 10, and school zones will be back in effect from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. and from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on school days.

In addition to reducing speed through the school zones, beginning this year, each school zone throughout the parish has been designated as a “hands-free zone”. This means drivers are prohibited from using handheld devices in school zones during the effective times.

Previous legislation had already banned texting and the use of social media while driving, but R.S. 32:300.8 further prohibits drivers from using any handheld device in a school zone, even to engage in a phone call. Pursuant to the law, signs designating each school zone as a “hands-free zone” have been posted throughout the parish.

See New Law Page 5-A

All four candidates to discuss plans for restoring coastal Louisiana

(Baton Rouge, LA) Louisiana is facing a land loss crisis that will require bold, science-based action by the next governor.

In an effort to highlight the importance of this critical issue, the Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana (CRCL) has organized a Coastal Issues Forum with this year’s candidates for governor at Nicholls State University on Tuesday, Aug. 18, at 4:00 p.m.

This will be the first time that a gubernatorial forum deals exclusively with coastal issues.

“The next Louisiana Governor has an unprecedented opportunity – and responsibility - to address the land loss crisis that threatens the very future of our state. It’s critical that we know where the candidates stand on coastal restoration and how they plan to tackle this issue,” said Kimberly Davis Reyher, CRCL’s Executive Director.

“Saving our coast requires unprecedented leadership, coordination, and political resolve.”

“CRCL organized the Coastal Issues Forum,

in partnership with 26 other organizations, to highlight the critical importance of coastal issue in this race and learn firsthand how our next governor plans to deal with the challenges and opportunities related to coastal land loss,” said Reyher. “The diversity of partners in this effort – ranging from business and economic development interests, to Catholic Charities, to sports fishing and hunting groups – demonstrates the breadth and depth of concern about this issue.”

The 26 partners promoting this event include: America’s WETLAND Foundation; Association of Levee Boards of Louisiana; Assumption Chamber of Commerce; Audubon Louisiana; Barataria-Terrebonne National Estuary Program; Bayou Industrial Group; Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux; Center for Planning Excellence; Coast Builders Coalition; Coastal Conservation Association of Louisiana; Ducks Unlimited;

Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced the arrest of a Golden Meadow sex offender for his role in an armed robbery. Phillip Jelks Jr., 31, of Golden Meadow is facing charges of armed robbery and aggravated burglary stemming from the incident, and he has also been charged with illegally using social media in a separate incident.

Last week, detectives began investigating an armed robbery which had reportedly occurred on East 72nd Street in Cut Off during the early morning hours of Monday, July 27. Through investigation, detectives learned three male suspects robbed two men outside a residence, and then forced the victims inside the residence where the suspects began searching for valuables. The suspects then fled the scene with clothing, a cell phone, a wallet and a set of keys. Through the

course of the investigation, detectives were able to develop Phillip Jelks, Jr. as one of the suspects in the crime and obtained warrants for his arrest for two counts of armed robbery Phillip Jelks and one count of aggravated burglary.

Jelks already had outstanding warrants for unlawfully using social media as a sex offender.

He was arrested for aggravated rape in 2005, and eventually pled guilty to an amended charge of sexual battery. Upon his release in June 2015, he registered as a sex offender with the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office. Thanks to anonymous tips in late July, deputies discovered Jelks to be using a Facebook account.

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Golden Meadow sex offender charged in an ongoing robbery investigation

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Lockport Career Magnet Center opens to public

The Career Magnet Center in Lockport is now open to the public and will allow junior and senior high school students in Lafourche Parish to earn industry-based certificates, receive field-related internships and work with industry mentors while attending high school.

“With a lot of work, due diligence and about $15 million later, here we are today,” school Superintendent Jo Ann Mathews said at the center’s grand opening Tuesday.

The $15.7 million Career Magnet Center is located at 6419 La. 308 in Lockport. The 57,000-square-foot campus sits on about 1,200 acres of land once used to grow sugar cane.

Center officials originally anticipated an enrollment of 1,000 but announced Tuesday that enrollment was only about 300. The distance from north and south Lafourche, its location is almost exactly halfway between South Lafourche High School and Thibodaux High School, and a lack of interest from upperclassmen were cited as potential causes for the unexpected number.

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Sunday, August 9, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

Calendar of Events News to Use! Steak supper, auction slated for Aug. 14

The Mount Zion annual steak supper/auction will be held on Friday, August 14 at the Larose Civic Center from 7:30 till 10:30 p.m.

Take-outs available from 5 to 7 p.m. for a fee of $20.

For tickets contact C.J. Marts at 985-693-3924, Mary Andrews at 985-7987253, or Wayne Bruce at 985-665-8816. Tickets will also be available at the Larose Civic Center.

Plate lunch benefit to be held Aug. 14

The Bayou Travelers Motorcycle Club will hold a plate lunch fundraiser on Friday, August 14. The $8 lunch will include fried fish, white beans, rice, bread and cake.

Last day to order

lunches will be Wednesday, August 12. Deliveries with 3 or more lunches ordered are available in the South Lafourche area, or lunches can be picked up at the Cut Off Youth Center.

Proceeds will benefit local veterans and other local charities.

To order call Angie at 691-1966, Corina at 6372099 or Tammy at 6657561.

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The uniform dress code regulations for the coming school year are as follows: Shirts should be dark green or white, oxford or polo style with little or no logo, while pants should be khaki, with no holes or tears, no cutoffs or cargo pants, and joggers or jogger-type pants will not be allowed.

The Golden Meadow Middle School Lionettes will host a Color Run/Walk on Saturday, August 15 in the Golden Meadow Oakridge Park.

Registration forms are available in the front office of GMMS. Cost is $25. Participants can register the morning of the event at 9 a.m. Run starts at 10 a.m.

For more info. call Dru Guidry at 985-258-1514.

A Lady Tarpon Basketball Camp will be held on Saturday, August 22 from 9 a.m. til noon at the South Lafourche High School gym for grades Pre-K through 8.

Girls will be divided into ages 4-6, 7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 7th and 8th graders. Camp will be conducted by Lady Tarpon players. Cost will be $30, includes camp shirt, lunch and snacks.

For more info. contact SLHS at 985-632-5721 or email Jamie Lerille at jlerille @lafourche.k12.la.us, Rainie Terrebonne at rterrebo nne@lafourche.k12.la.us or Lonnie Rousse at lrousse @lafourche.k12.la.us.

Color run slated for Aug. 15 in G.M.

CLHS to host open house Aug. 17

Central Lafourche High School will host an Open House on Monday, August

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.

The serenity of old age

I feel like my body has gotten totally out of shape, so I got my doctor’s permission to join a fitness club and start exercising.

I decided to take an aerobics class for seniors. I bent, twisted, gyrated, jumped up and down, and perspired for an hour. But, by the time I got my leotards on, the class was over.

My memory’s not as sharp as it used to be.

Also, my memory’s not as sharp as it used to be.

Know how to prevent sagging? Just eat till the wrinkles fill out.

It’s scary when you start making the same

noises as your coffee maker.

These days about half the stuff in my shopping cart says, ‘For fast relief.’

THE SENILITY PRAYER: Grant me the senility to forget the people I never liked anyway, The good fortune to run into the ones I do, and the eyesight to tell the difference.

Now, I think you’re supposed to share this with 5 or 6, maybe 10 others. Oh heck, give it to a bunch of your friends if you can remember who they are!

Always remember this: You don’t stop laughing because you grow old, you grow old because you stop laughing!

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The 1st Annual South Lafourche High School Golf Tournament will be held on Saturday, August 22 at Tidelands Country Club.

Tee times will be at 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. It will be a 2-player scramble for $75 per person. Hole sponsors will be $100.

For more information or rules, contact Charlie Comeaux at 985-677-1753 or Mel Guidroz at 985-6375822. Team information of names, email addresses and team contact phone number can be mailed with fees to: Charlie Comeaux, Edison Chouest Offshore, 16201 E. Man St., Cut Off, LA 70345.

All proceeds will benefit the SLHS Quarterback Club.

Overeaters Anonymous to meet on Wednesdays

A new Overeaters Anonymous support group will meet at the South Lafourche Library on Wednesdays at 4:15 p.m.

If you are a compulsive eater or have issues with food, this is your support group. Call Renee at 7981369 or visit OA.org.

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Letters and Opinions

Other states significantly improve child well-being

Louisiana has averaged 49th in child well-being among the states for 26 years.

According to The Annie E. Casey Foundation’s KIDS COUNT annual reports, in terms of child well-being, Louisiana’s children, “our children”, would have been better off living in 48 other states - for 26 years.

We are still near our worst which was back in 1990, when Louisiana ranked 51st in child wellbeing. That’s right: 51st in the nation! In 1990, Washington, D.C., then at the epicenter of the nation’s crack epidemic, was caring for children better than we were.

We must know this: Louisiana is not destined to this poor ranking. I refuse to believe Louisiana’s children are doomed.

Fate did not put our children’s well-being at the bottom of the nation. We have simply chosen not to act for their benefit. We let the good times roll and overlook the deleterious im-

pact of ignoring children’s issues.

Louisiana’s leaders in strategic positions must make the care of our children a priority. It may feel like it, but our children are not destined to grow up among the nation’s harshest conditions. In fact, evidence shows a state can significantly improve the well-being of its children in a short period of time – when it decides to do so and acts on its decision.

Exploration of The Annie E. Casey Foundation, KIDS COUNT Data Center at http://datacenter.kidscount.org provides clear evidence that states can significantly improve children’s well-being in short periods of time.

In a single year, 11 states (more than 20%) improved their rank in overall child well-being by two or more positions. Five states (10%) improved their child well-being rank by 3 or more positions. Minnesota made it to number 1 in child well-being with a 4 position move and Alaska improved by 6 positions between 2014

and 2015.

These improving states are not all liberal, wealthy states located in the northeast or on the west coast.

Some are southern states including South Carolina and Georgia.

Caring well for children requires effective leadership. Until the welfare of our children becomes a visceral, daily priority of our Governor, until our legislature actively commits itself to intentionally improving the well-being of our children, until leaders in communities throughout our state choose to make the welfare of our children a daily priority, until all of us in Louisiana care enough to care well for our children, Louisiana’s children will suffer.

Know this: our failure to care well for children will not be due to fate or destiny. Our collective failure to prioritize the well-being of our children is a choice we make. Other states significantly improve child wellbeing. I believe Louisiana can, too!

Rick Wheat President and CEO Louisiana Methodist Children’s Home www.LMCH.org/advocacy

Wallace Center to hold readiness and life skills camps

August is shaping up to be a busy month at the Wallace Center in Raceland.

According to center director Heather Benoit, the center will hold three camps before launching this school year’s Beyond the Bell program.

Beyond the Bell seeks to assist children and teens with their homework along with providing enrichment activities Monday through Thursday at the center.

With Lafourche Parish kindergarten students returning to school Wednesday, August 19, Benoit has scheduled a readiness camp from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. August 10-13 at the center, 3608 La. 308.

Children entering kindergarten at Raceland Lower Elementary this year are invited to attend the camp, Benoit said.

Thirty spots are available and lunch will be served each day.

“The children will practice kindergarten skills and engage in age appropriate games. My goal is to help these students begin building the skills before they actually enter the classroom,” Benoit said.

The Wallace Center will also host two Health and Life Skills camps the weeks

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of Aug. 17-20 and Aug. 2427.

The camp for students preparing to attend Raceland Middle School will take place from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.

August 17-20 with 20 open spots available and a snack provided each day.

“During this camp, the girls will engage in the Smart Girls program and the boys will engage in the Passport to Manhood program. Since middle school is such a big transition for many students, we wanted to provide resources to the youth of the Central Lafourche area to help them blossom into responsible and motivated young adults,” Benoit said.

The second camp scheduled for Aug. 24-27 for children ages 6-11 will be held daily from 3 to 5

p.m. and focus on teaching youth members about healthy eating and life habits through the use of the Smart Moves Program.

“The children will engage in group discussion and role-playing, practicing resistance and refusal skills, developing assertiveness, strengthening decision-making skills and analyzing media and peer influence,” Benoit said.

“Students will be taught safe internet and media use and other life skills.”

Benoit added 30 spots are available for this camp and a snack will be provided each day.

Anyone interested in signing up their children for these camp are asked to email Benoit at benoithe@lafourchegov.org.

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NEWS IN

BRIEF No. 2 Senate Republican proposing gun background check bill

WASHINGTON (AP) — Backed by the National Rifle Association, the Senate’s No. 2 Republican leader is introducing legislation that would reward states for sending more information about residents with serious mental problems to the federal background check system for firearms purchasers.

The bill promoted Wednesday by Sen. John Cornyn, who has an A-plus rating from the NRA for his gun rights record, is far more modest than a Senate measure expanding background check requirements that the organization and Republicans helped defeat two years ago.

Still, the legislation represents a rare effort by a leading Republican to curb some firearms purchases.

The NRA, a leading force for decades against gun restrictions, has backed some bills before limiting the ability of mentally troubled people to buy firearms.

Recent shootings have drawn attention to weaknesses in the background check system. The gunman

in last month’s killings in a Louisiana movie theater had mental problems that went unreported to the federal database.

The bill would give state and local governments more flexibility to use federal funds to screen for mental problems in prisoners and improve training for law enforcement officers and others on handling emergencies involving the mentally ill.

Less than two weeks ago, John Russell Houser fired a handgun into a crowd of movie watchers in Lafayette, Louisiana, killing two and wounding nine.

Houser’s family said they knew he had mental problems and had sought court protection, but he was not involuntarily committed to a hospital.

When he purchased the weapon at a gun shop in Alabama, the background check let the sale occur. Police said Houser killed himself after they confronted him. ___

Kid Rock, Bret Michaels among headliners for Gretna Festival

GRETNA, La. (AP) — Kid Rock, Hank Williams Jr., Bret Michaels and Uncle Kracker are among the headliners for this year’s Gretna Heritage Festival.

The lineup was released Tuesday for the festival scheduled for Oct. 2-4.

More than 50 acts will per -

form on six stages.

In addition to the music, the festival will include a Craft Beer Garden featuring many microbrewery selections, specialty food vendors and family-friendly activities including carnival rides.

Single-day tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the gate. A 3-day pass is $47.50 and a “premium pit ticket,” which includes access to a restricted up-close viewing area as well as a special concession area, is $90.

Children under 12 attend free.

Tickets go on sale Saturday via ticketmaster.com or by phone at 800-7453000.

Visit gretnafest.com for more details. ___

Cabins at St. Tammany state park reopening, after repairs

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Rental cabins at one of Louisiana’s busiest state parks are reopening this month, nearly three years after they were shuttered by Hurricane Isaac.

Lt. Gov. Jay Dardenne announced Wednesday that the cabins at Fontainebleau State Park in St. Tammany Parish will be open for reservations on Aug. 17.

The 12 cabins, which had been a profit-generator for the state parks system, have been closed since 2012 because of the damage wrought by Hurricane Isaac. Dardenne’s office says renovations have cost $1.5 million.

The cabins are built on piers seven feet above Lake Pontchartrain.

Other amenities at the park include RV campsites, tent sites, two group camps and a lodge, along with a beach, fishing pier, sailboat launch and nature trails.

Online: Parks.com.

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WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. employers added a solid 215,000 jobs in July, signaling a steadily rising job market and likely nudging the Federal Reserve closer to raising interest rates in September.

The Labor Department also said Friday that the unemployment rate held at a relatively low 5.3 percent for a second straight month.

Monthly job growth has averaged 211,286 so far this year, indicating that employers are confident that the six-year recovery from the Great Recession will sustain strong consumer demand and require more workers.

Hiring has remained robust even though the economy’s overall growth rate

has been subpar and pay raises have been modest for many workers. Average hourly earnings in July increased just 2.1 percent from a year earlier.

The economy grew at an anemic 1.5 percent annual rate in the first half of 2015 — nearly half a percentage point weaker than the average of the past three years.

Lower gasoline and oil prices have yet to provide the kind of boost they have in the past.

Energy companies responded to oil of less than $50 a barrel by cutting orders for equipment and pipelines, causing many manufacturers to slow their hiring.

And instead of spending their savings at the gasoline pump, consumers have mostly pocketed the additional cash. ___

‘America’s Got Talent’ performers head on tour in October

NEW YORK (AP) — Popular performers from the NBC series “America’s Got Talent” are heading on the road this fall.

The “America’s Got Talent Live: The All-Stars Tour!” kicks off Oct. 6 in Salina, Kansas. The tour will feature top stars from the long-running variety competition series, including comedian Taylor Williamson, singer Emily West, acrobatic duo The KriStef Brothers and “junk rock” performers Recycled Percussion.

Tickets go on sale Friday. More performers will be announced at a later date.

The tour will visit 42 cities, including Chicago, Detroit, Atlanta, New Orleans and Los Angeles. It wraps on Nov. 22 in Reno, Nevada.

“America’s Got Talent” is in its 10th season. It airs on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 8 p.m. Eastern time.

Online: http://www.agtlive tour.com.

Congress breaks, leaving a fall full of deadlines Sunday, August 9, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

WASHINGTON (AP) — The House has left town for its August recess and the Senate is departing, which leaves a hefty list of unfinished business. Lawmakers have just 10 legislative days in September to ensure that the government stays open.

Here is Congress’ mustdo list: - The 12 annual spending bills that fund the government remain in limbo over disparate disputes, from the Confederate flag to defense budgets. Congress is likely to approve a socalled continuing resolution to keep the government operating temporarily, which leaders hope they can do by Pope Francis’ address to lawmakers Sept. 24.

Conservatives insist they won’t back legislation financing Planned Parenthood, under fire after its officials were secretly recorded discussing how they obtain fetal tissue for research.

- Congress must vote by Sept. 17 on the international nuclear deal with Iran. Both House and Senate Republicans have set the stage for votes on a resolution of disapproval, which President Barack Obama has promised to veto. Congress would then have to vote within 10 days on whether to override the veto.

- The government’s ability to pay its bills expires around Oct. 30, so Congress will have to extend the government’s borrowing authority by then or face a

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first-ever federal default.

That likely means there will be demands and drama attached to that showdown.

- Congress has until Oct. 29 to renew federal highway programs. Lawmakers approved a threemonth extension last week, but a deadlock over finances thwarted an effort to pass a multiyear version that would give state and local governments confidence to map long-term road-building plans.

- Already expired is the ability of the Export-Import Bank to make fresh loans.

The tiny federal agency makes low-cost borrowing available to help American exporters sell their products, which conservatives complain is corporate welfare.

- Lawmakers must resolve disputes over spending levels in their annual defense policy legislation.

The White House has threatened to veto the legislation.

- Deadlines are also approaching for lawmakers to renew the Federal Aviation Administration’s authority to spend money, child nutrition programs and pipeline safety standards, all of which expire Sept. 30.

- High on the may-do list: A fresh GOP attempt to repeal Obama’s health care law and perhaps replace it with an alternative — if Republicans can agree on something. Also, an effort to improve cybersecurity legislation.

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What a Life!

Sunday, August 9, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

By: Rev. Wilmer L. Todd

Louisiana has the highest gun death rate in the United States The judge in the Colorado theater shooting case asked the jurors if they heard or read anything about the Lafayette theater shooting. He wanted to make sure that a possible copycat incident would not affect the jurors’ judgments either way.

Could the deaths of these two innocent people have been avoided if our gun culture were different?

Mayci Breaux, age 21 of Franklin, LA was a student at LSU Eunice and worked at a boutique. Jillian Johnson, age 33 of Lafayette, operated a gift and toy shop in Lafayette and played ukulele and guitar for a band called The Figs. Both were a tragic loss!

Unfortunately, this mass killing has put Louisiana into the national spotlight. Louisiana leads the nation with the Highest Gun Death Rate. While number of households having guns in the Pelican State is not the highest (45.6%, some are over 60%), we have the highest number of people dying from gun related occurrences: 18.91 per 100,000 people.

Mass shootings have also gone up. A Harvard research team that analyzed data from 1982 to 2011, showed that mass shootings occurred every 200 days on average. Since late 2011, they found that mass shootings have occurred at triple that rate – every 64 days on average.

Some people say, “Guns don’t kill people, people do.” However, statistics prove that the more guns that are available, the more people are killed by guns.

The states with the highest percent of households with guns have the most deaths per 100,000 people. The states with the lowest number of household with guns have the fewest number of deaths per 100,000 people. For example, in New York only 18.1% of households have guns and the death rate is 5.11 per 100,000 people.

Compare that with Louisiana.

The United States is way ahead of any other civilized country in firearms assaults. We have five times more gun assaults than the next country, Portugal. The ratio is much higher for the other countries.

Gun suicides are becoming far more common than gun-related homicides, accounting for 64 percent of all gun deaths in 2012. Suicides have become especially common among older white men.

This might be because Americans identify who we are by our jobs. When men retire, they become “nobodies”. They are not regarded as “elders” of the community with wisdom to share.

The number of deaths in the U.S. by motor vehicles is 33,804. The number of deaths in the U.S. by firearms is 33,636.

A while back, motor vehicle death far exceeded gun deaths. Gun deaths will probably surpass motor vehicle deaths this year.

Why are the figures going down for motor vehicles and up for guns?

The NRA has persuaded many people to believe that the right to bear arms is an absolute right.

In the majority decision of the Supreme Court in the Heller case, Antonin Scalia wrote: “Like most rights, the Second Amendment right is not unlimited. It is not a right to keep and carry any weapon whatsoever in any manner whatsoever and for whatever purpose. The Court’s opinion should not be taken to cast doubt on longstanding prohibitions on the possession of firearms by felons and the mentally ill, or laws forbidding the carrying of firearms in sensitive places

such as schools and government buildings, or laws imposing conditions and qualifications on the commercial sale of arms.”

Why not treat guns the same way we deal with automobiles? Register all guns. Prohibit the transfer or possession of weapons from getting into the hand of criminals or the mentally ill. Impose a realistic waiting period for people trying to buy weapons so that they can make a thorough background check. Allow local governments to regulate firearms. Stop glorifying gun killings.

Some common sense Christian principles can change our violent culture.

We have to ask ourselves, “What would Jesus do?”

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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

129 Cedar Ln. - Grand Isle - 985-787-3410 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

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.

Fr. Carlos Talavera, Pastor

Our Lady of the Rosary

12911 E. Main - Larose - 985-693-3433 Saturday Vigil 4:00 p.m.

Sunday Masses 7:00, 10:00 and 5:30 Weekday Mass Monday thru Friday, 8:30 a.m.

Adoration Chapel open all day, everyday Rev. Ronilo Villamor, Pastor www.ourladyoftherosarychurch.net

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.

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

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

Sunday Worship: 9:30 a.m.

Children’s Ministry, Spanish Translation Available, and Nursery Provided Wednesday, 7:00 p.m.

Discipleship Classes, Youth Ministry, Royal Rangers and Missionettes Scott Cheramie, Senior Pastor www.welcometocfc.com - online sermons

Victory Life Church

Services: Sun. 9:00 a.m. and Wed. 7:00 p.m.

Children’s Ministry and Nursery Provided Youth Service: Wednesday 7:00 p.m.

Senior Pastor Danny Knight - 532-6561

Iglesia Evanbelica Christiana Espiritual

13298 East Main - Larose

Tuesday Bible Study 7:30 p.m.

Thursday Prayer Service 7:30 p.m.

Sunday Morning Sunday School 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship Service 6:00 p.m.

PRESBYTERIAN

Gheens Presbyterian Church Sunday Services 8:00 a.m.

Wednesday bible Study 6:00 p.m.

Doctor John Spaulding, Pastor

JEHOVAH’S WITNESS

St. Hilary of Poitiers

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

Golden Meadow • Cut Off • Larose • Mathews Member FDIC • All Full Service Bank • Equal Housing Lender

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

632-7575

1200 Crescent Avenue - Lockport

Golden Meadow United Methodist Church

333Twin Oaks Dr. - Raceland

First Baptist Church 5545 Hwy. 1 - Lockport

13581 East Main - Larose

St. Anthony 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

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

Christian Fellowship Church

Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses

New Mt. Zion Baptist Church

Valentine Baptist Church

15101 Hwy. 3235 • Cut Off • 325-1000

CATHOLIC

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

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

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

Sacred Heart Catholic Church First Baptist Church of Grand Isle 15300 West Main - Cut Off

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.

Congrats to Mr. Donald Montgomery on the purchase of your 2015 Chevy Silverado ....

Marcie Dufrene

The Very Rev. Dean F. Danos, V.F., received the St. Pius X Assembly No. 327 Clergy of the Year award on Sunday, July 26th. Making the presentation is Nathan Arceneaux of St. Pius X Assembly No. 327.

The Very Rev. Dean F. Danos is the pastor of St. Genevieve Church in Thibodaux and a native son of Larose.

He is a member of the College of Consulters for the Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux, Dean of the Upper Lafourche Deanery, a member of the Priests’ Council, Priests’ Personnel Committee, and Spiritual Director of the Cursillo Movement.

This past year Fr. Dean celebrated his 35th anniversary to the Priesthood. In 2011, he received The Clergy of the Year Award by the E.D. White Assembly No 316.

GIS

GRAND ISLE SHIPYARD OILFIELD CONTRACTORS

We aid in the supply of a natural resource to our world - oil.

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

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

108 East 90th Street - Galliano

UNITED METHODIST

18803 East Main - Golden Meadow Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m.

Chris Thomas, Pastor

Memorial United Methodist

201 Central Lafourche Dr. - Mathews

Sunday School & Adult Bible Class, 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship 8:30 a.m.

Communion First Sunday at 8:30 a.m. www.mathewsmethodist.org

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

Voice Video

COMMUNICATIONS MMUNICATION CATIONS viscom.net

985.693.0123

Internet Security

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

New Law From 1-A

“This law helps protect our students, teachers, traffic guards, and any other pedestrian crossing through a school zone,” said Sheriff Craig Webre.

“While many have grown accustomed to talking on their phones while driving, the fact is anytime you don’t have both hands on the wheel giving your full attention to what’s in front of you and around you, you are distracted. Forcing drivers to put down the phone will help prevent a potential tragedy.”

The ban does not apply if the driver is reporting a traffic collision, road hazard, or an emergency. Drivers utilizing a Bluetooth headset or other hands-free device are also exempt.

Outside of the exceptions, Sheriff Webre says deputies will be strictly enforcing this new law.

“The deputies of our Specialty Enforcement Section are very passionate about public safety, and they will be watching for violators,” said Sheriff Webre.

“It’s very simple: when driving through a school zone, put the phone down, and pay attention.”

Violators face a fine up to $175 for the first offense, and a fine of up to $500 for any subsequent offense. If involved in a crash at the time of the violation, the fine doubles.

Drivers are also reminded that with school starting, school buses will be back on the roadways.

Commuters are encouraged to leave home a few minutes earlier than usual to allow for delays caused by buses stopping to pick up children for school. Remember that buses make frequent stops, so drivers should prepare to stop when a bus activates its yellow caution lights.

“As you’re approaching a school bus from the opposite direction, you should interpret their lights as you would a traffic light,” said Sheriff Webre. “When you see the yellow lights activated, you should NOT accelerate or try to speed past the bus. You should slow down and prepare to stop.

Remember, there are severe penalties, including the possibility of jail time, if you illegally pass a stopped school bus.”

When stopping for a bus, drivers should stop at least 30 feet from the bus regardless of the direction of travel. Anyone driving in the opposite direction of an oncoming school bus on a four-lane highway divided by a structure or median, such as LA Highway 3235 in South Lafourche, does not need to stop.

Drivers traveling behind or alongside a school bus on such a highway, however, are required to stop as normal.

School From 1-A

But officials remained optimistic saying they believe enrollment will double by next year through word of mouth and with younger students.

The Center offers courses in agriculture, allied health science, automotive, construction technology, cosmetology, culinary, marine operations, process technology, welding and student teaching, and could essentially give students a more focused education than a traditional high school.

Its long-term goal is to help students get a head start on a degree in either a technical or four-year college or even straight into the workforce making a solid income.

For students who plan on attending four-year colleges, the center offers advanced placement courses in calculus, English IV, chemistry and physics.

Officials say they also have future plans to integrate the community into the work being done in the school’s shops, such as cosmetology students working on local clients, food service classes preparing meals for community meetings and automotive students fixing residents’ cars.

More than 100 visitors toured the new facility.

Forum

From 1-A

Greater New Orleans, Inc.; Houma-Terrebonne Chamber of Commerce; Lafourche Chamber of Commerce; Lake Pontchartrain Basin Foundation; Louisiana Wildlife Federation; Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana; Restore the Mississippi River Delta Campaign; Restore or Retreat; South Central Industrial Association; South Louisiana Economic Council; Southwest Louisiana Economic Development Alliance; St. Mary Chamber of Commerce; The Nature Conservancy, Louisiana; Thibodaux Chamber of Commerce; and Vanishing Paradise.

All four candidates, Scott Angelle, Jay Dardenne, John Bel Edwards and David Vitter, will attend. The Forum will be 90 minutes, consisting of five questions asked by a panel of experts. CRCL Board Chair, Pierre Conner, will serve as the moderator.

The panelist are: Rob Gorman, Executive Director of Catholic Charities, Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux; Simone Maloz, Executive Director, Restore or Retreat; Allyson Marcel, a nursing student at Nicholls State University; and Dickie Brennan, Owner and Managing Partner of Dickie Brennan and Company.

The Coastal Issues Forum will examine the major topics that our next governor will have to address, including funding, science-based solutions, harnessing the power of the

Mississippi River for restoration and building partnerships for a restoration economy.

The Coastal Issues Forum will be streamed live on the CRCL website, www.crcr.org/candidateforum. It will also be rebroadcast in its entirety on Cox 4 in Baton Rouge, Lafayette, New Orleans; Eatel 4 in Ascension and Livingston Parishes; and Vision Communications Channel 5, Mathews to Grand Isle. Dates and times can be found at www.crcr.org/candidateforum.

The Forum will also air in an abbreviated format on all public radio stations throughout the state on Aug. 19 at 7:00 p.m.

The Coastal Issues Forum is being hosted by Nicholls State University and will be held in the Peltier Auditorium. The Forum is open to the public and no ticket or RSVP is required. Doors open at 3:00 p.m. Attendees are asked to please plan on being in your seat by 3:45 p.m.

The CRCL was founded in 1988 and is the longeststanding statewide nonprofit organization driving bold, science-based action to rebuild Coastal Louisiana through outreach, restoration and advocacy.

Gardner

Sunday, August 9, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

pointed the gun at friends.

Investigators further learned that at the time of the offense, Gardner was in possession of marijuana, a controlled dangerous substance.

Jelks From 1-A

Because Jelks is prohibited from using social media, and because he lied to investigators about his social media use, warrants were issued on charges of unlawful use or access of social media and failure to register and notify as a sex offender.

Jelks was arrested on Friday, July 31, when a Golden Meadow Police officer spotted Jelks walking along a road in Golden Meadow. He was arrested, transported to the Lafourche Parish Detention Center in Thibodaux, and booked on the aforementioned warrants.

He is being held in lieu of $175,000 bond as set by Judge John E. LeBlanc and Judge Steven M. Miller via the warrants.

Meanwhile, no further details are available on the robbery incident of July 27

as detectives are continuing their investigation. Anyone with any knowledge of this crime is asked to contact Crime Stoppers Bayou Region at 1-800-743-7433 or by texting “GIVEATIP” plus your message to 274637.

Tips can also be submitted using the TipSubmit Mobile application or online at www.crimestoppersbr.org.

Tipsters will remain anonymous and could be eligible for a reward up to $1,000 in cash if the information given leads to an arrest.

ATTENTION POLITICAL CANDIDATES

The Lafourche Gazette will publish political announcements for the upcoming October 24th election on the front page once at no charge.

Please keep announcements brief and to the point with a maximum 400 word count. We reserve the right to edit announcements we deem too lengthy.

The deadline for receiving political announcements is Friday, August 28 at 4 p.m.

Any announcements received after this date will be charged as advertisement and will not run on the front page.

Announcements will be published in the order in which they are received.

Qualifying is Sept. 8 through Sept. 10; last day to register to vote is Sept. 23; early voting begins Oct. 10 and ends Oct. 17.

From 1-A

He had been shot once in the head, and was pronounced dead at the scene by paramedics.

Investigators located a spent 9mm casing on the same porch where the victim and a number of other males had been gathered shortly before the shooting.

Further questioning revealed that Bourda had been shot by Gardner, who claimed that the shooting was accidental.

Witnesses testified, however, that Gardner had been known to carry a handgun, and had often

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HOMES

House For Sale: 3 br plus bonus room, 1 ba, lg. kitchen, dining rm, lg. yard, newly remodeled, Cut Off area.

Asking $125,000. Call 985665-7375. _________________ House For Sale By Owner: 337-5172341 or 337-5172340.

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BUSINESS

OPPORTUNITY

Restaurant Building For Lease: Great location/move in ready, 13025 Hwy. 1, Larose.

Fully equipped/addt’l b-b-q room attached.

Approx. 3,000 sq ft., $ 3 0 0 0 / m t h , $1000/dep. Serious inquiries only. Call 985-665-7375. _________________ Warehouse Building For Rent/Lease: 1200 sq ft, office space included, Hwy. 1, Larose/50’ of bayou side property included. $1500/mth, $1000/dep. FMI call 985-665-7375. _________________

LAND

Rural Property For Sale: 60+/acres for sale. Good hunting, deer, turkey & ducks.

Property is between Union & Ouachita WMA’s.

Running creek. 16x80 trailer with 3 br, 2 ba, good cond., with back porch. Property is fenced & cross fenced, 3 gas wells on property. $200,000 firm. Marion, LA. Union Parish. Call Larry Dufrene at 318608-1700. _________________

FOR RENT

Apt. For Rent in Gheens. Call 985532-6755. _________________

Apt. For Rent: 1 br in Valentine area on bayou side. $550/mth, $550/dep. Call 985278-1145, if no answer leave message. _________________ House For Rent, North Larose. 2 br, 1 ba, newly remodeled, fully furn., w/d. $800/mth, $800/dep.

Must sign 1-year lease. No pets, no smoking. Taking applications. Call 985-8560017 or 985-856-2601. _________________ Apt. For Rent in Larose. 2 br, we pay water, total electric, clean, remodeled. $600/mth. Located on W. 8th St., Larose. No pets allowed. Call Scott at 985-291-1146 or 985-696-4785. _________________ House For Rent: 2 br, 1 ba, ac, w/d, stove, refrig., no pets, no smoking. Jefferson St., Golden Meadow. $800/mth, $400/dep.

Call 985-258-9615. _________________ House For Rent: 3 br, 2 ba, covered front porches, private neighborhood, 1750 sq. ft. living space.

Call 985-855-0617. _________________ Double Wide Mobile Home For Rent in Lockport: Unfurnished, 4 br, w/Jacuzzi and master bath, non smoker, $1200/mth, $600/dep.

FMI call 985-2585666. _________________ Trailer For Rent in Cut Off: 2 br, 2 ba, $850/mth, $600/dep. no smoking, no pets, w/appl., Call 985-6324723, leave message. _________________ House For Rent: 4 br, 2 ba or commercial property, 16600 W. Main, Cut Off. Available Aug. 15th. $1400/mth plus utilities. Call 985-6326188. _________________ FOR RENT Mobile Homes, Cabins, Campers and Lots - with Laundromat & Store. Campers for Sale - lease purchase or cash.

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Bonne Vie Subdivision

Lots Fronting 80’ on Hwy. 308 Extending in depth to Bayou Lafourche Lots starting in the upper 30s

Diana Alfortish Broker

8311 Hwy. 23, Ste. 102, Belle Chasse

www.pivach-realestate.com

504-394-2255

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Trailer For Rent in Galliano: 2 br, 2 ba, no pets. $800/mth, $600/dep. Call 985278-8974. _________________ Apt. For Rent: 3 br, in Galliano, all utilities included, also a 1 br efficiency Apt. For Rent all utilities plus Direct TV included. FMI call Carol at 727-3249323 or Roger at 727330-0891. _________________ Cote Blanche Connection Apts Hwy. 3161, Cut Off. For Rent: Spacious 2BR, 1ba. apt., full kitchen and w/d included. Pets welcomed, fully furnished unit. $1600/mo, includes all utilities, cable and Wifi. See pics at coteblanche apartments.com Call Bill at 985-3255626 FMI. _________________

Apts. For Rent in Larose: 2 br, 1 ba, $700/mth, $700/security dep., no pets, no smoking (no exceptions). FMI call 985537-3567. _________________ Apt. For Rent: Newly remodeled, unfurnished, 2 br, 1 ba, lg. living rm, & kitchen, laundry rm. Located in Cut Off area. No pets, no smoking. Asking $700/mth, $700/dep.

Must sign 6-mth. lease. FMI call 985693-7040. _________________ Apt. For Rent: 102 W. 4th St., Apt. #4, 2 br, 1 ba. $675/mth, $550/dep. Utilities not included, on-site laundry. Call 985-6913104. _________________ House For Rent: 3 br, 1.5 ba, Cut Off. Good neighborhood, quiet area. $950/mth, $950/dep. Call 985691-1367, leave message. _________________ Trailer For Rent: 2 br, $800/mth, $800/damage dep., plus utilities in Golden Meadow area. FMI call Frank at 985-665-1220. _________________ Commercial Building For Rent or Lease: 18190 W. Main St., Galliano. $1500/mth. FMI call 985-665-2834. _________________

MERCHANDISE

Vacuum Kirby Cleaner For Sale: never been used, w/shampooer & all atAsking tachments. $1000. Call 985-2581563. _________________ Fresh Okra For Sale: Taking Orders. Call 985-665-7108 or 985693-7579. _________________ 2015 (5) Saints Season Tickets For Sale: Section 112, Row 19, Seat 3-7.

Selling at face value.

Serious inquiries only.

131cajun Email @gmail.com _________________

CAMPERS

2015 Sabre 5th Wheel For Sale: 34 TBKO, “Platinum Edition” special ordered, 3 slides, too many extras to list, like new.

NADA $52,000, Asking $49,000. Call 504234-1281. _________________

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HELP WANTED

State Bank & Trust Company is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Branch Manager /Loan Officer at its Mathews Office. Salary & benefits are commensurate with the applicant’s qualifications. Please send resumes to: State Bank & Trust Co., Human Resource Department, P.O. Box 745, Golden Meadow, LA 70357. State Bank & Trust Co. is an EOE opportunity employer. _________________ Reliable Service Inc. Now Hiring. 17958 W. 170th St., Galliano.

No Phone Calls Please. _________________ Southern Spraying.

Tree preservation & horticulture has positions open for landscape maintenance & tree trimming work, part time – full time.

Hispanic male & female welcome to apply. Call Jack at 985-693-3112. _________________ AAA Complete A/C Heat & Electric now hiring Installers. Offer 401K, medical & dental benefits, pd. holidays.

Call 985-798-7100 or email: aaacomplete1@viscom.net _________________ Coastal Janitorial Services Now Hiring Positions. 5 days a week. Call 632-5791. _________________ Firefighter/Operator: LPFD3 offers competitive salaries, IRA plan, health, vision & dental ins., pd. vacation & pd. holiday.

Must possess a valid driver’s license & high school diploma or GED. Please apply in person at Fire Central, 17462 W. Main, Cut Off. Need more information contact Codi Collins at 985-6328068. _________________ Dufrene Building Materials is looking to hire an entry-level IT assistant at the Cut Off location. This person will work with the current IT staff and would serve as a backup support specialist for the in-house systems. Other responsibilities would include data entry and other daily support tasks. IT exp & basic math skills are a must.

DBM offers health, dental, & supplemental ins. benefits as well as 401K. Int. applicants should e-mail his or her resume to paul4@dbmlumber.co m or mail to IT Assistant, P.O. Box 338, Cut Off, LA 70345. _________________ Salon U is looking for a licensed & experienced Nail Technician, Massage Therapist, Esthetician and/or Hair Stylist. Please contact Rosalyn Chiasson at 985-696-4540. _________________

GOMOTEL: Now hiring all positions.

Brand new hotel facility in Port Fourchon.

Call to apply 985-3964590, gomotel@gomotel.net. _________________ Equipment Operator & Welder Wanted: Must have exp. in excavator & bulldozer.

Must be willing to work 6 days a wk. Call Wesley Bland at 504358-9423. _________________ SL Metal Bldg. Cont.

Now Hiring Laborers. Please call 985693-4078.

CDL Drivers: Great home time options & pay. Pd. training, 98% no-touch freight & newer trucks. Call now 866-496-1929. _________________ 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. _________________

Gulf Coast Employment is accepting applications for all marine inshore and offshore positions.

Call 985-693-7750 or email contactus@ gulfcoastemploy.com _________________

Southern Guard Service, Inc. is now accepting applications for Security Guard positions. Apply at 109 W. 12th St., Larose. Call 985-6934316. _________________ 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. _________________ Jan Serve Cleaning personnel needed in Lafourche Parish. Call to apply at 985-798-5800. Resume preferred but not required. Submit resume to P.O. Box 143 Cut Off, LA 70345 _________________ Clerical/Sales Person Needed for an Insurance Agency in the South Lafourche area. Send resume to: Help Wanted, P.O. Box 190, Larose, LA 70373. _________________

Seeking Individual for Full Time Position Skills Preferred: • Manual Laborer – loading and unloading of trucks.

• Driving – must submit to drug screening, have clean driving record and Chauffer’s license.

• Computer Skills – basic computer skills needed.

• Logistics – coordination of daily orders.

• Sales – good communication skills.

Looking for someone to grow with the business who is self-motivated and energetic.

Resume preferred, but not required.

Fax to (985)325-3670 or call (985)855-4163 for more information.

CROSBY TUGS LLC Accepting Applications for

Marine HSE Instructor 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 have 5+ plus years of safety training experience in the Maritime Oil and Gas Industry. Responsibilities include in-house safety training of vessel crews, coordinating external training providers, tracking / updating crewmember certifications. ISNetworld experience a plus.

Applications can be found online at

www.crosbytugs.com

or can be filled out at our main office.

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

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

Tower Loan of Cut Off: Positions available – Cashier & Manager Trainees. Call 985-632-7300 for appt. or fax resume to 985-632-7305. _________________ SBL Construction, LLC has immediate opening for a CDL Class A Certified Driver and Operator.

FMI call Frank at 985665-1220. _________________

SERVICES

DreamScapes Landscaping & Lawn Service, grass cutting, trimming, tree trimming & removal, flower beds also pressure washing & painting.

Call 985-278-9533 or 985278-3831. _________________ 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. _________________ Kerry Chiasson Carpentry For all your carpentry needs. Call 985-6376279. _________________ Evans Concrete Construction House slabs, driveway, sidewalks, etc.

No job too big or too small. Call Leonard Evans at 985-6772959. _________________

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 _________________

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. _________________

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

Scott’s Coastal Windows **SPECIAL** Buy 8 or more windows and get 1 free!

Replacement Windows & Doors Repairs Free Estimates Owner: Nick Scott, Window & Door Installer, Licensed & Insured.

Call us today!

985-278-0672 We accept Visa, Mastercard, Discover & American Express. _________________

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, cabinets, windows, doors, porches, decks, patios, custom shutters, additions, new construction and more!

Metal roof prices that can’t be beat. No job too big or too small.

20 yrs. exp. Free estimate. Call Curtis at 985-397-6254 or email curtisorgeron@gmail.com _________________ Mike’s Roofing & Construction Works on all types of roofs, carpenter work, fencing, painting, hauls all trash and debris. 25 yrs. exp., licensed /insured. For services call Mike at 985-2583809. _________________ Curry’s Tree Service Tree cutting & trimming, any size, reasonable rates, free estimates, licensed.

Call 985-258-0465. _________________ 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. _________________

Free Pick Up For Old / Junk Cars

Cash Paid for Junk Cars Dead or Alive!

985-637-0164 Call Brad Watson

K-Mar Supply Fourchon & Cut Off Locations

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

www.thelafourchegazette.com Can Do Brick, Block & Stone Work.

Call for free estimates. Keith Thayer at 985-637-3569. _________________ 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. _________________ Baby Sitter: Opening for 2 children ages infant to school age.

Call 985-696-2901, ask for Lee. _________________

NOTICES

Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Gerald J. Duet and/or Jimmie J. Duet, and/or their heirs, please contact L. Charles Caillouet, Attorney at Law at 985227-3741. _________________ Using The Lafourche Gazette’s dumpster located near the East Side Food Store building across from the office is not allowed! Violators will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. Also, do not dump seafood peelings or other items into the bayou behind The Lafourche Gazette’s property, 12958 East Main, Larose. _________________ Green Parrot Tiki Bar is applying to the Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control of the State of Louisiana for a permit to sell beverages of high and low alcohol content at retail in the Parish of Jefferson at the following address: 1851 Hwy. 1, Grand Isle, LA 70358. /s/ Hurricane Hole Management, LLC. _________________ Category S Bar & Grill is applying to the Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control of the State of Louisiana for a permit to sell beverages of high and low alcohol content at retail in the Parish of Jefferson at the following address: 1851 Hwy. 1, Grand Isle, LA 70358. /s/ Hurricane Hole Management, LLC _________________

Hurricane Hole Marina Store is applying to the Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control of the State of Louisiana for a permit to sell beverages of high and low alcohol content at retail in the Parish of Jefferson at the following address: 1851 Hwy. 1, Grand Isle, LA 70358. /s/ Hurricane Hole Mangement, LLC. _________________

PRAYERS

PRAYER TO THE HOLY SPIRIT Holy Spirit, you who solve all problems, who light all roads so that I can attain my goal.

You who give me the divine gift to forgive and to forget all evil against me and that in all instances of my life you are with me, I want in this short prayer to thank you for all things and to confirm once again that I never want to be separated from you, even and inspite of all material illusions. I wish to be with you in eternal glory. Thank you for your mercy towards me and mine.

The person must say this prayer for 3 days (consecutive). After 3 days the favor requested will be granted, even if it may appear difficult.

This prayer must be published immediately after the favor is granted without mentioning the favor. Your initials should appear at the bottom.

D.A. ______________________

MEMORIALS

In Memory Of ANSE GUIDRY

Sunrise: 3-3-34 Sunset: 8-10-13 Daddy I cried when you passed away. I still cry today. A golden heart stopped beating on a peaceful August day.

Although I loved you dearly, I couldn’t make you stay. The bravest man I ever knew is forever gone away.

God broke my heart to prove to me He only takes the best, the day He took my dad and laid him down to rest.

Missed & Loved By, Wife, Children, Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren, Family & Friends

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Congrats,

KRISTA! on catching your first

17.5 LB.

Bull Red! Now it’s your mom’s turn!

Stock / Counter Person is now accepting applications for Full Time

Job duties include (not but limited to): Stocking shelves, some cleaning, serving customers, taking customers’ calls, some outside duties. Computer experience preferred.

Candidate must be a fast learner, multi-tasker and be self-motivated.

Apply in person at 654 A.O. Rappelet Rd., Fourchon (NAPA, Next Door to Kajun Truck Stop) No phone calls, please. Must Speak English.

Must have a valid drivers’ license.

Free transportation to and from work is available.

CROSBY TUGS LLC Accepting Applications for

Accounts Payable Associate Full Time Position

Crosby Tugs is seeking a high energy, professional Accounts Payable Associate to perform the following duties: enter invoices, file invoices, monitor accounts to ensure payments, set up vendor accounts in MAS 200, process checks runs and prepare reports or projects 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

CLASSIFIED ADS OBITUARIES

MARY TRAHAN Mary “Marie” S. Trahan, 64, a native of Golden Meadow and resident of Larose passed away on Thursday, July 30, 2015.

Visitation was held at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church on Wednesday, August 5, from 10:00 a.m. until funeral time. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at 12:00 p.m. with burial in Cheramie Cemetery.

She is survived by her sons, Edward “Nuppy” Trahan, Jr., Jason “Water Head” Trahan and wife Shelly; brothers, Andrew “Andy” Soudelier, Jr., Allen Soudelier; sisters, Rose S. Trosclair, Debra S. Lee, Tina S. Thomassie; grandchildren, Jasmine LeBlanc, Edward “Boobie” Trahan, III, Shane Trahan, Jr., Zada Trahan, Meagan Trahan; step grandchildren, Todd Trahan; great grandchildren, Jolie Nelson, Kendall Nelson, Josie Nelson, Jodie Nelson.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward Trahan, Sr.; parents, Andrew, Sr. and Gladys “Crick” Soudelier; son, Shane “Brain Dead” Trahan, Sr.; daughter, Sheila Trahan.

Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. _____________________________

GERADLINE AYO Geraldine C. “Geri” Ayo, 69, a native of Galliano and resident of Cut Off passed away on Friday, July 31, 2015.

Visitation was held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church on Monday, August 3 from 9 a.m. until funeral time. A mass of Christian burial was celebrated at 11 a.m. with burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by sons, Gerald J. Ayo, Jr. and wife Louise, John Ayo and wife Jasmine; daughter, Joy Ayo and companion Calvin George; grandchildren, Alicia Ayo Dante Billiot, Raleigh Billiot.

She was preceded in death by husband, Gerald J. Ayo, Sr.; parents, Theophile and Victoria Callais.

She enjoyed flower gardening and spending time with family and friends.

She was lovingly known to all as Granny.

Samart-Mothe Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. _____________________________

David L. Dotson, Sr. and Jean Dotson; brothers, Arthur Dotson, Donald Dotson, Bill Dotson; sister, Phyllis McCory; step daughter, Julie R. Hebert; grandson, Roger L. Clark, Jr.; mother and father-in-law, Pearl Anselmi and W. J. Anselmi.

David loved his country; he was a disabled four tour Vietnam Veteran. He loved his family, especially his grandchildren and Prince.

Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. _____________________________

OUIDA PREGEANT Ouida Knight Pregeant’s story turned another chapter on August 4, 2015, when she found peace in eternal life. While she will be greatly missed, she will surely be watching from above as her spirit is carried on by her four children, nine grandchildren, fourteen great-grandchildren, and seven great-great grandchildren.

A devoted wife for sixty-five years, Ouida had a deep and selfless love for her husband, Clyde Pregeant, Sr. After raising their family, she nursed him for more than twenty years during his time of sickness. After her bible and rosary, the possession that she treasured most was a single wooden rose, the last gift that he had given her.

Ouida was always proud of her large family and often admired the beauty and intelligence of the children, especially. She was happy to be around each one – to quietly watch them smile and play – and to give advice where she could about raising them well. While she always applauded the ambitions and hopes of the new generations in her family, she knew that a life of happiness was most important, and this was her greatest wish for all of loved ones. Ouida’s story on this earth, even more than most, is a story of devotion, strength, and unquestionable love.

The example that she has set with her life will surely be an inspiration to all who knew her.

Ouida will be reunited in heaven with her husband, Clyde Pregeant, Sr., her grandson, Chad Pregeant, her great-great grandson, Kody Pregeant, her parents, Ernest and Ella Knight, and her brothers, Lawrence Knight, Ernest Knight, and Earjie Knight.

She leaves to cherish her memory: four children; Robert “Bob” Pregeant (Jeanette), Clyde Pregeant, Jr. (Nadine), Betty Pregeant, and Richard “Dickie” Pregeant (Valerie); nine grandchildren, Lisa LaFont (Vick), Mark Pregeant, Bryan Pregeant (Marie), Brad Pregeant (Rockelle), Becky Bouvier (Keith), Randy Steverson (Vivian), Soniena Richard (Ryan), Ashley Pregeant, and Rebecca Gunther, fourteen great-grandchidren, Mark Pregeant, II (Amber), Brad “BJ” Pregeant, Jr., Breanne Pregeant, Bianca Ledet (Jordan), Alexis Pregeant, Brock Pregeant, Brooke Pregeant, Kara Steverson, Lauren Steverson, Max Richard, Stella Richard, Mark Chapmen, Kellan Mizen, and Zoey Mizen; seven great-greatgrandchildren, Dylan Pregeant, Vayda Pregeant, Bailey Ledet, Blakely Cheramie, Lyan Pregeant, Knox Pregeant, and Kenna Ledet; and her closest friend and caregiver, Audrey Bouffanie.

A Christian mass and burial was held at 11:30 a.m., Friday, August 7 at Holy Savior Catholic Church in Lockport. Visitation was from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Burial followed at Holy Savior Cemetery.

Falgout Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements. _____________________________

Sunday, August 9, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

Past District Governor presented the “District Builder’s Award” to 2014-15 Rotary Club of Golden Meadow President Buffy Boura for her outstanding efforts to improve her club. This is an award that is presented to outstanding Rotary Club Presidents throughout the district which consists of 50 clubs.

Mike Collins honored the memory of long-time Rotarian Huey Collins who passed away during this Rotary year. His wife, Judy, was presented with a banner from the Rotary Club of Golden Meadow and Rotary International District 6200.

Huey was a dedicated and active member for 18 years. During this time, he had 10 years of perfect attendance and received recognition for his dedication and commitment to Rotary. He received the Golden Meadow Rotary Club Memorial Award for his outstanding service to his club and the “Four Avenues of Service” award from Rotary International (one of the two awards ever presented to a GM member since 1943).

The Rotary Club of Golden Meadow recently honored its NSU Scholarship recipient, Bryce Guidry, at its installation banquet. Bryce, a 2015 graduate of South Lafourche High School, plans to pursue a career in safety.

The Rotary Club of Golden Meadow held its annual Installation of Officers Banquet on June 26.

At the banquet, Buffy Boura, Club President for 2014-15 Rotary Year, received the past president’s plaque and pin for her dedication to service above self during the past year.

Shown from left to right are Buffy Boura and Mike Collins, Past District Governor.

The Rotary Club of Golden Meadow held its annual Installation of Officers Banquet on June 26.

Linda Guidry (left), the club’s newest member was inducted into the club and is shown receiving her membership pen from Peggy Guidry (right), Club President, who sponsored Linda’s membership into the club.

New elected officers and board members of the Rotary Club of Golden Meadow were installed at a banquet in June. From left to right are board members Morris Guidry and Kevin Lasseigne, treasurer Donna Pitre, President Peggy Guidry, board member Linda Guidry, Secretary Peter Pitre, and board members Frank Boura and PDG Mike Collins.

Every two years, the Rotary Club of Golden Meadow awards a member for his or her outstanding dedication and commitment to the principles of Rotary and its motto “Service Above Self.” Congratulations are extended to this year’s recipient of the Golden Meadow Rotary Club Memorial Club, Peggy Guidry (left), incoming Rotary Club president. Outgoing President Buffy Boura (right) presented her with this award.

DAVID DOTSON, JR. David L. Dotson, Jr., 69 years old a native of Maryville, Tennessee and a long time resident of 35 years of Cut Off. He is survived by his wife, Lois Anselmi Dotson; son, David L. Dotson, III (Tara); sister, Betty; step children, Donna R. Clark, Scott Rodrigue, Sr. (Joyce), Kurt Rodrigue, Troy Rodrigue (Mary), Lester Rodrigue, Jr. (Brandy); grandchildren, Shelby, Isaiah, Madeline, Haley, Phoenix, Buffy, Scott, Jr., Jada, Christina, Michael, Mac, Colin, Emily; great grandchildren, Isabella, Gabby, Penelope, Naz, Sadie.

He was preceded in death by his, parents, ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 You’re very good at marching to the beat of a different drummer, Aries. But keep in mind that sometimes it’s advantageous to follow along with what others are doing.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, you hope that others appreciate what you are doing for them this week. You may not get a verbal thank-you, but expect some to show their appreciation in other ways.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, many people are willing to lend you a helping hand when you need one. Make the most of their generosity, and then give back whenever possible.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, enjoy the fruits of your labor this week. You worked hard, and now is a great time for you to rest, relax and catch up with some old friends. Good times are ahead.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, leave room for others to share their opinions after expressing your own. It never hurts to see another’s point of view, and a loved one’s opinion may prove enlightening.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, a heavy workload may force you to regroup and start over next week when you have more energy and inspiration. This is just a temporary setback.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, now is the time for a change, however big or small that change ultimately may be. You may benefit from adoptiong a new hobby or changing careers.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Your life can’t always be a bundle of excitement, Scorpio. Sometimes you have to sit back and enjoy those periods that are not so onthe-go. Relish in the slower pace.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, others are looking to you for advice this week. Give any inquiry the thoughtful consideration it deserves, doing your best to take others’ concerns to heart.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, even if you have a million ideas running through your head, push them aside in favor of some much-needed rest. You need to take some time for yourself.

7-A

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, embrace the coming days as a chance to distinguish yourself at work. Extra work presents an opportunity to put your value to the company on display.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Romance is in the air, Pisces. Enjoy this exciting time and take things slowly at first. Enjoy the slow pace and get to know your new love interest.

FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS AUGUST 9 Anna Kendrick, Actress (30) AUGUST 10 Suzanne Collins, Author (53) AUGUST 11 Chris Hemsworth, Actor (32) AUGUST 12 Cara Delevingne, Model (23) AUGUST 13 Lennon Stella, Singer (16) AUGUST 14 Mila Kunis, Actress (32) AUGUST 15 Joe Jonas, Singer (26)

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Detectives charge one man and seek his brother Arrest reports following an aggravated battery in Raceland 8-A

Sunday, August 9, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

Sheriff’s Office detectives have arrested a Raceland man and are seeking his brother in reference to an aggravated battery in Raceland Sunday night. Jeremy Hester, 29, turned himself over to authorities Monday night and his brother, Jarrid Hester, 35, has an active warrant for his arrest.

Through investigation, detectives learned a Raceland resident was walking along Greenville Street at around 10 p.m. on Sunday, August 2, when he was confronted by the Hesters who accused him of stealing money on a prior occasion.

The Hesters allegedly began punching and kicking the man several times, and one of them produced a firearm which they also used to strike the victim.

The victim suffered a facial laceration and other abrasions. Following the investigation, detectives obtained warrants for the arrest of both Jeremy and Jarrid Hester for the charge of second-degree aggravated battery.

Jeremy Hester turned himself over to authorities at the Lafourche Parish Detention Center Monday night. He was booked on the warrant for second degree aggravated battery, and subsequently released after posting $10,000 bond as had been set by Judge Steven M. Miller. This is Jeremy Hester’s sixth arrest, all of which were in Lafourche Parish. His criminal history dates back to 2003 with prior arrests for charges including simple

battery, multiple drug charges, and cruelty to animals.

Jarrid Hester is still at large. His criminal history dates back to 1999 and includes 17 prior arrests for charges including attempted second degree murder in 2010, aggravated assault, battery of a police officer, illegal use and possession of weapons, and numerous drug charges and traffic violations.

Anyone with information on Jarrid Hester’s whereabouts is asked to contact Crime Stoppers Bayou Region at 1-800-7437433 or by texting “GIVEATIP” plus your message to 274637. Tips can also be submitted using the TipSubmit Mobile application or online at www.crimestoppersbr.org.

Tipsters will remain anonymous and could be eligible for a reward up to $1,000 in cash if the information given leads to an arrest.

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.

AUGUST 3, 2015 Thibodaux Police Department David Lagarde, 31, Schriever. Domestic abuse battery.

Daurean Jones, 23, Thibodaux.

Contempt of court, resisting an officer (2 cts), monetary instrument abuse, violation of probation/parole.

Derrick P. Kennedy, 32, Thibodaux. Failure to pay fines and cost, fugitive of Terrebonne Sheriff’s Office.

Lance Adams, 44, Thibodaux.

Contempt of court, fugitive.

Denise Harris, 48, Thibodaux.

Fugitive of Terrebonne.

Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Joshua Champagne, 34, Raceland. Contempt of court (6 cts).

Kernell Smith, 28, Luling. Contempt of court.

Deandrea Williams, 22, Thibodaux. Simple burglary of inhab. dwelling.

Albert King, 34, Thibodaux. Sentenced-contempt of court.

Jeremy Hester, 29, Raceland. Aggravated second degree battery.

Chris Ordoyne, 42, Lockport. Sentenced-contempt of court.

Chad Brunet, 34, Gheens. Contempt of court.

Joshua Harris, 20, Thibodaux. Additional hold-drug court sanctioned.

Port Fourchon Harbor Police Joshua Powell, 27, Cut Off. Contempt of court-sentenced, contempt of court, issuing worthless checks, violation of probation/parole.

AUGUST 4, 2015 Thibodaux Police Department Uly Henderson, 20, Thibodaux.

Contempt of court.

Matthew Garces, 24, Patterson.

Contempt of court.

Joshua Picou, 27, Montegut. Summons-DWI 1st offense, reckless operation.

Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Henry Jefferson, 23, Lumerton, MS. Contempt of court.

Dwayne Boquet, 53, Houma. Fugitive of Terrebonne.

Cory Cortez, 23, Raceland. Contempt of court (4 cts), violation of probation/parole.

Travis Christen, 32, Cut Off. Theft of a motor vehicle.

Hailey Rodrigue, 28, Thibodaux.

Contempt of court (4 cts).

Jayquan Bibs, 20, Cut Off. Contempt of court (3 cts), aggravated assault, simple battery (2 cts).

Craig Theriot, 37, Larose. Contempt of court, poss. of meth.

Michael Gonzales, 36, Golden

Meadow. Contempt of court, theft of a motor vehicle.

Joseph Jackson, 37, Thibodaux.

Unauthorized use of a motor vehicle.

Colby Paul Baye, 25, Thibodaux.

Contempt of court.

Brandy Ougel, 27, Larose. Resisting an officer (2 cts), fugitive from justice.

Steven J. Pontif, 31, Thibodaux.

Possession of xanax.

Louisiana State Police Victor Bimah, 19, Thibodaux. Hit and run, careless operation.

AUGUST 5, 2015 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Gregory Joseph Dirance, 31, Thibodaux. Fugitive from justice.

Trina Ann Gabriel, 36, Thibodaux.

Fugitive from justice.

Craig John Theriot, 37, Larose.

Distribution of meth, (felony).

Daurean Sheniell Jones, 23, Thibodaux. Simple battery.

Gregory Dirance, 31, Thibodaux.

Fugitive of Assumption Parish.

Alex Griffin, 40, Thibodaux. Contempt of court, illegal use of controlled drug in presence of persons under 17

Legal advertisement TOWN OF GRAND ISLE REGULARLY SCHEDULED TOWN MEETING TUESDAY, JULY 28 2015 6:00 P.M.

The meeting was called to order

by Mayor Pro-Tempore Jay Lafont who led the Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag.

Council Member Resweber then followed with a prayer.

Roll call was as follows: PRESENT: Council Members – Ray Santiny, Jay Lafont, Clifford Santiny, Jr., Stephen Resweber, Leoda Bladsacker; Police Chief Euris Dubois ABSENT: Mayor David Camardelle Motion by Council Member Clifford Santiny, Jr. seconded by Council Member Resweber and unanimously agreed to accept the minutes of the July 14, 2015 town meeting as written.

A hearing was held on the following proposed ordinance which will again be heard at the next town meeting on August 11, 2015 at which time it will be eligible for adoption: ORDINANCE NO. ___ An ordinance replacing Ordinance No. 521 making it a misdemeanor offense for vessels to tie up to Entergy power risers and navigational aids (including pilings & buoys) located on the east and west sides of the Grand Isle Bridge.

Chief Dubois was recognized and gave the following police report: For the period of July 14 thru July 27, 2015

years old, pos. or dist. of drug para, poss. of meth.

Stacy Stevens, 45, New Iberia.

Contempt of court.

Jason Seamon, 33, Thibodaux.

Contempt of court (3 cts).

Thibodaux Police Department Daurean Sheniell Jones, 23, Thibodaux. Simple battery.

Brandy Adams, 31, Thibodaux.

Operating a vehicle with suspended license, other offenses, tail lamps required, poss. of marijuana (3rd offense) and subsequent offenses (felony).

Drake Domangue, 43, Chauvin.

Contempt of court, theft (2 cts). theft (felony), theft of a firearm.

Milton Benoit, 58, Schriever. Contempt of court (3 cts), fugitive of Terrebonne Parish (3 cts), turning movements and required signals, operating a vehicle with suspended license, other offenses.

Louisiana State Police Deree D. Kendrick, 28, Gibson.

Speeding, simple poss. of Schedule I (marijuana), poss. of Schedule II (hrdrocodone), pos. of drug para.

there were 15 arrests, 6 accidents and 17 traffic citations issued; call outs handled totaled 382; major calls included 27 medicals calls, 6 motor vehicle accidents and 4 fires; fines collected for the period totaled $2,021.50.

Motion by Council Member Resweber seconded by Council Member Clifford Santiny, Jr. and unanimously agreed to table an invoice from CB&I Coastal, Inc. in the amount of $5,011.00 for engineering work on the Lighting Repairs, Improvements & Additions project.

A request from the Amaris Isle Homeowners Association for a letter of No Objection for their proposed channel maintenance dredging in waterway Grand Isle, LA project was unanimously agreed upon.

Council Member Clifford Santiny, Jr. gave thanks to Island A/C & Electric and Grand Isle Street Supervisor Chris Hernandez for installing the light under the pavilion at the Chighizola Park.

Motion by Council Member Jay Lafont seconded by Council Member Clifford Santiny, Jr. and unanimously agreed to appropriate $6,000.00 for the Mayor and Council Member Jay Lafont to attend the National League of Cities Conference in Tennessee.

Motion by Council Member Clifford Santiny, Jr. seconded by Council Member Resweber and unanimously agreed to adjourn the meeting at 6:15 p.m.

ATTESTED: Jay Lafont, Mayor Pro-Tempore Town of Grand Isle Ray A. Santiny, Town Clerk Town of Grand Isle