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Sunday, Sept. 6, 2015

BP seeks to get back some Gulf oil spill business payouts

Pellegrin named 42nd annual French Food Festival Grand Marshal

Don’t “fall” for it, yet …

KEVIN McGILL Associated Press

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Attorneys for BP told a federal appeals court Thursday that the company should be able to get back some of the money it paid in economic damage claims to businesses and individuals under a settlement arising from the 2010 Gulf of Mexico oil spill.

After the 2012 settlement was approved, BP argued that the claims administrator had not been correctly matching business’ revenues and expenses, resulting in overpayments. A court eventually ordered a new calculation method but refused to order restitution of payments already made.

The company wants restitution of some of the money paid out prior to October 2013. Attorneys told the 5th U.S. Circuit Court

Popular Festival set to kick-off on Thursday, Oct. 22

A beautiful fall morning along Bayou Lafourche. Well, not quite, since the official start of fall is not until September 23rd … but it’s a pretty sight anyway!

Young at heart? Not most Americans, government report says

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Galliano Office - Hwy. 308 LAFOURCHE PARISH COUNCIL 5:00 p.m.

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News In Brief..................3-A Obituaries........................7-A

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Surfin’ the Net.................7-A Worship Directory............4-A

The Bayou Civic Club Board of Directors and the Larose Regional Park family has announced that Gerald Harlan Pellegrin, better known as “Rock”, has been chosen as Grand Gerald Harlan Marshal XXXVIII “Rock” Pellegrin of the 42nd Annual French Food Festival.

The popular French Food Festival takes place the last full weekend in October every year on the grounds of the Larose Regional Park. This year’s festival dates are Friday, October 23rd through Sunday, October 25th.

This year’s festival will again feature the ever-popular Thursday night concert kick-off event French Food Fest Rocks, featuring the band known as 38 Special on Thursday, October 22nd.

Gerald Pellegrin is the son of the late Nerville Pellegrin and Lucy Lampo Pellegrin. He and his wife of 51 years, Louise Pellegrin, have three sons, Bob, Rod and Jason, and seven grandchildren.

Rock, a long-time resident of Larose, is a 1956 graduate of Larose Cut Off High School. After completing school, Pellegrin enlisted into the Army and served two years during the Cuban Missile Crisis.

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TUESDAY, SEPT. 8

VOLUME 26 NUMBER 47

MIKE STOBBE AP Medical Writer

NEW YORK (AP) — Your heart might be older than you are. A new government report suggests age is just a number — and perhaps not a very telling one when it comes to your risk of heart attack or stroke.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report takes a new approach to try to spur more Americans to take steps to prevent cardiovascular disease. CDC scientists estimated the average “heart age” of men and women in every state, based on risk factors like high blood pressure, obesity, and whether they smoke or have diabetes. Then it compared the numbers to average actual ages.

The results?

Nearly three out of four U.S. adults have a heart that’s older than the rest of their body, according to CDC calculations.

For U.S. men on average, the predicted heart age was nearly eight years greater than their real age. For U.S. women, it was about five-and-a-half years.

“This is alarming. Heart disease is the nation’s number one killer,” said the report’s lead author, CDC scientists Quanhe Yang.

“But the bottom line is you can do some very simple things” to become younger at heart, he said.

Each year, one in four U.S. deaths is due to heart disease. Many are heart attacks and strokes. The average age of first heart attack is about 64½ for men and 72 for women, according to the American Heart Association.

The nation’s heart disease death rate has been falling thanks to advances in prevention and treatment, including drugs to control blood pressure and lower cholesterol.

But heart disease remains America’s leading cause of death and health officials have been pushing to get more people to control their weight, quit smoking and take other steps to help their heart and blood vessels.

Lafourche Parish Animal Shelter Manager Hilary Knight received a visit from Kami Tassin of Houma in July with an offer to provide grooming services should the need arise.

Knight said she took Tassin up on her offer recently after her staff received a large influx of dogs at the shelter.

Following the arrival of 29 dogs from one owner in Galliano alone last month, Knight and her staff were overwhelmed.

“This dog (Mark) needed more extensive attention. It (Tassin volunteering to groom the male Schnauzer mix) was very appreciated!,” Knight said.

According to Tassin, she was happy to see the amazing transformation the dog underwent after working on him.

The 35-year-old Tassin owns her own dog grooming business in Houma, but feels compelled to volunteer at local shelters whenever possible.

“It is very important,” Tassin said of volunteering at the shelter. “It helps everyone, not only the animals, but the people doing it as well. Even

the smallest contributions make a difference at a shelter. Trust me, I should know having both worked and volunteered over the years at local shelters (in Houma and Thibodaux).”

To volunteer and learn more about LPAS, call (985) 446-3532, visit facebook.com/LafourcheParishAnimalShelter or click on the Animal Shelter adoption link in the top rotator box at lafourchegov.org.

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Sunday, September 6, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

Larose church AWANA program to begin Wed.

calendar of events news to use

Local pastors invited to monthly breakfast

Rev. Morris Hunter from the Christian Family Center extends an invitation to all pastors in the area for a monthly pastoral breakfast.

The Center welcomes pastors to share the goodness of the Lord at the Hope Center, located at 18100 East Main in Galliano.

Pastors who would like to attend should RSVP to 985-325-4673 by September 7.

Catholic Daughters group to meet Wed.

The Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Court Pope Pius X, No. 1883, will hold its monthly meeting on September 9 at 6 p.m. at the Spiritual Life Center behind Sacred Heart Church in Cut Off. The Catholic Daughter of the Americas is the oldest Catholic woman’s organization in the United States. It was started to help seminarians, children with special needs and religious.

Membership is open to any Catholic woman over the age of 18.

If interested in joining, come to the meeting as a guest or contact Cheryl Guidry at 985-665-7135.

The First Baptist Church of Larose will host the Awana program on Wednesday, September 9 from 6 to 7:45 p.m. Awana is a program for Pre-K through 8th grade children that teaches Christian values.

During Awana meetings, children will learn Bible verses, hear Bible stories, sing, and will have tons of fun playing games.

Register your child on September 9 as they begin Awana for the school year.

Anger mgmt. classes to begin Thurs.

The Bayou Council Behavioral Health Services is sponsoring its Fireworks Anger Management classes, (3 two-hour sessions for ages 18 and over) from 3 to 5 p.m. on Thursdays, September 10, 17 and 24.

Limited space is available. To enroll report to the Bayou Council Behavioral Health Services, 504 St. Louis St., Thibodaux with $150 enrollment fee (money order only).

For more information call 985-446-0643.

Ro-Duz Ranch to host meet & greet event

Ro-Duz Ranch is having a meet & greet on Friday, September 11 at 5 p.m.

Donations for the event are $7 per child and $ 5 per adult. The ranch is totally non-profit, as every cent made goes back into the farm.

Scoliosis & Chiropractic

Scoliosis is defined as a lateral curvature of the spine. It is often detected by uneven shoulder heights, a loss of structural balance, or a change in posture.

Unfortunately, the most common treatment approach has been to wait and see how bad it gets, resorting to unsightly braces, or eventually surgery, if it progresses too far.

The Chiropractic approach is to use specific spinal adjustment, often combined with corrective exercises. If detected early enough, we have had excellent success with scoliosis cases.

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CLHS jambalaya cook off slated for Sept. 11

The Central Lafourche High School Trojan Athletic Association will hold a Jambalaya Cook Off next Friday, Sept. 11 prior to the home football game against Vandebilt Catholic.

The cook off starts at 2:30 p.m. at the school’s field house yard, and the jambalaya must be cooked by 6:30 p.m.

Entry fee is $50, which includes two general admission tickets to the game.

The deadline to enter is 2:30 p.m. Sept. 11.

The jambalaya must be cooked on site, and participants must bring their own supplies. It must include de-boned chicken, sausage and/or shrimp. Wild game is not permitted. Ingredients must be prepared before hand, and it must include a minimum of fivepounds of rice.

Teams must clean up their cooking station, and dumping will not be allowed on school grounds.

Once a winner is determined, the remaining jambalaya will be denoted to the concession stand and sold at the game. The winner will be announced at halftime.

For information, call or text Terrie Pierce at 6375100.

Chabert family reunion meeting upcoming

The Chabert Family is planning a meeting for Chabert descendants on Monday, September 14 at 6 p.m. at Louis and Patsy Griffin’s house, 167 W. 67th St., Cut Off. Check it out on facebook (Chabert Family Reunion 2013) for more info.

Conceal, carry class slated for Sept. 19

A Conceal and Carry Gun Class will be held on Saturday, September 19 at 8 a.m. at the ALSTARZ building in Larose. Gun safety, personal and home protection will be just a few of the topics covered in this course.

To register, call 985693-7109 or stop by 13347 West Main, Larose for an application. Deadline to register will be Thursday, September 17 by 5 p.m.

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Cholesterol and its relation to heart disease High cholesterol levels have long been directly linked to heart disease. But as more research into cholesterol and its relation to heart disease is conducted, some doctors are shifting their views on the relationship between the two.

Statistics from the American Heart Association indicate that 75 million Americans currently suffer from heart disease. And even though one-quarter of the population takes cholesterol-lowering medication and have reduced the fat content of their diets, the AHA estimates that more Americans will die of heart disease than ever before.

More revelations are coming to the forefront regarding cholesterol and heart disease. New research has shown that statin drugs are ineffective at reducing mortality rates in most populations. Furthermore, according to the Framingham Heart Study, which is the longest-running and most comprehensive study on heart disease to date, it was demonstrated that cholesterol intake in the diet had no

correlation with heart disease. The study found that men and women with above average cholesterol levels had nearly identical rates of heart disease compared to those with below average cholesterol rates.

Another potential eye opener is that, in addition to cholesterol not affecting heart disease risk, eating high-cholesterol foods does not elevate blood-cholesterol levels as doctors once thought. Ancel Keys, who is considered the “father” of the theory that cholesterol contributes to heart disease, now says that there’s no connection between cholesterol in food and cholesterol in the blood.

If not cholesterol levels and the foods one eats, what, then is responsible for heart disease? Many medical professionals and researchers now believe the primary causes of heart disease are inflammation and oxidative stress.

According to Dr. Dwight Lundell, a heart surgeon and author of the book, “The Great Cholesterol Lie,” foods like refined sugars and vegetable oils used to preserve processed foods

Birth Announcements To submit a birth announcement to The Lafourche Gazette, email news@TLGnewspaper.com, or call 985-6937229 for more information.

Birth announcements should be submitted in a timely manner and will be published when space is available. Parents residing within distribution boundaries from Raceland to Grand Isle can submit birth information for publication.

Ochsner St. Anne announces recent births

Ochsner St. Anne Hospital list recent births: - Mariah Jayde Melancon, daughter of Hazel Cheramie and Wilbert Melancon of Cut Off, born

may lead to the inflammation that ultimately causes heart disease. Inflammation is the body’s immune response to a foreign invader.

Foods high in sugar and saturated fat can exacerbate inflammation. Bacteria and other unwanted substances in the body also contribute to inflammation.

To combat inflammation, people can adopt a healthy eating style. Fatty fish, whole grains, leafy greens, fiber, and nuts can help reduce inflammation.

Exercise also can reduce inflammation. Research from Mark Hamer, PhD, an epidemiologist at University College London, found that, regardless of BMI or weight, study participants who completed 2.5 hours of moderate exercise each week - about 20 minutes a day - lowered their markers of inflammation by at least 12 percent.

When a person exercises, muscle tissue releases a protein molecule called cytokine, which likely prompts an inflammation drop. Just about any type of workout that raises heart rate is effective in helping with inflammation.

The public may have been misinformed about just how vital it is to reduce cholesterol levels. Contrary to popular belief, high cholesterol may not have the same connection to heart disease as doctors once thought. In fact, inflammation may be the bigger component in heart disease risk.

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PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT LAFOURCHE PARISH SCHOOL DISTRICT WILL CONDUCT THE CALENDAR OF EVENTS / NEWS TO USE GUIDELINES

Due to limited space, community events submitted for publication will be published under the Calendar of Events / News to Use column for free twice ONLY. Any organization or club wishing to have their event published more than twice will have to pay a $10 fee each time the event is published after the two-time limit.

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LOUISIANA SCHOOL BUS OPERATOR PRE-INSERVICE TRAINING FOR SCHOOL BUS OPERATOR CERTIFICATION AS FOLLOWS:

LOCATION:

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September 14th, 15th, 16th, 21st and 22nd WHEN: TIME: 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

REGISTRATION FEE: $100.00

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Only cash or checks will be accepted.

Fee payable on the first evening

Applicants must report at 4:30 p.m. on the first session Monday, September 14, 2015 to complete registration documents. Applicants must attend all five training sessions.

Additional training will be required to meet LA School Bus Operator certification. This information will be provided to applicants at the first session.

Individuals interested in attending should contact the Lafourche Parish Transportation Office at (985) 435-4682.

Completion of this class does not guarantee employment.

Other state and board mandated requirements are necessary to complete the certification process.

Individuals attending must provide a high school diploma or GED on the first night, have a positive driving record, positive attitude and be willing to provide student transportation services as directed.

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BRIEF Couple indicted on charges in death of Zachary sex offender

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — A man and his pregnant girlfriend have been indicted on second-degree murder charges in the death of a sex offender whose body was found in a plastic drum at his Zachary home.

The Advocate reports 21-year-old Jace Crehan and his 18-year-old girlfriend were indicted Wednesday.

Authorities say the body of 47-year-old Robert Noce Jr. was discovered July 4. He was strangled and stabbed.

Sheriff’s officials have said Crehan admitted to stabbing and strangling

Noce and putting his body in the plastic drum. Officials say Crehan also placed his girlfriend at the crime scene.

Officials say Noce had just begun serving probation for sexually abusing the 18-year-old woman when she was a child. The woman says Noce, who was her mother’s former boyfriend, repeatedly assaulted her throughout her childhood.

The Associated Press does not identify alleged victims of sexual assault and is not naming the woman.

Attorneys for Crehan and the woman declined comment. ___

French Quarter agency backs removal of White League monument

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A French Quarter commission has voted to remove a 124-year-old obelisk monument dedicated to the White League’s brief, and

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bloody, overthrow of a biracial Reconstruction government after the Civil War. On Wednesday, the Vieux Carre Commission voted 5-1 to remove the 35foot-high obelisk monument which stands on the edge of the old historic district.

The commission governs aesthetics and bylaws in the historic district.

The City Council must approve the removal. Mayor Mitch Landrieu has called for the removal of the monument and three other prominent statues of Confederate leaders.

New Orleans joined a number of other Southern cities moving to eradicate Confederate and white supremacist symbols after the killings of nine worshippers at a black church in Charleston, South Carolina in June. ___

Judge jails Kentucky clerk for refusing to issue marriage licenses

ASHLAND, Ky. (AP) — A federal judge ordered a defiant county clerk to jail for contempt Thursday after she insisted that it would violate her conscience to follow court orders to issue marriage licenses to gay couples.

Rowan County clerk Kim Davis and her deputy clerks were summoned to appear before U.S. District Judge David Bunning after she repeatedly denied them marriage licenses, cited her religious beliefs and “God’s authority.� “You can’t be separated from something that’s in your heart and in your soul,� Davis told the judge as she explained how the Supreme Court’s ruling legalizing gay marriage nationwide conflicts with the vows she made when she became a born-again Christian.

The judge said she left him with no alternative but to jail her, since fines alone would not serve to change

her mind. She was escorted out of his courtroom by a deputy, although not in handcuffs, to be turned over to the custody of federal marshals.

Davis stopped issuing licenses to all couples in June after the U.S. Supreme Court effectively legalized gay marriage. Despite rulings against her, she’s turned away couples again and again.

Her critics mock this moral stand, noting that Davis is on her fourth husband after being divorced three times.

As an elected official, she can be removed only if the Legislature impeaches her, which is unlikely in a deeply conservative state. ___

Mobile, AL Mayor announces plans to bring cruise line back to city

MOBILE, Ala. (AP) — A mayor is negotiating to bring the cruise industry back to Alabama’s port city.

Media outlets report that Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson announced Thursday that Carnival Cruise Line and Mobile are negotiating an agreement to bring cruises back. Stimpson said during a news conference at the Mobile Regional Airport that his “economic development� trip to Miami helped the city’s cause.

Stimpson says he expects a final contract to be completed by the end of September.

The Miami-based Carnival ended its seven-year tenure with Mobile in October 2011 and relocated to New Orleans because the trips weren’t making enough money.

AL.com reports that Carnival’s departure left Mobile with an empty terminal costing taxpayers $1.8 million annually in debt.

Two cruise ships have docked in Mobile, but only because of emergency situations.

Wednesday, September 6, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

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of Appeals that restitution could involve more than 790 businesses, with hundreds of millions of dollars at stake. “A wrong was done,�

BP attorney Thomas Hungar told a three-judge 5th Circuit panel, arguing that the settlement does not preclude BP from seeking repayment of inflated claims.

Attorneys representing a variety of plaintiffs in the case opposed the move.

Samuel Issacharoff told the court that those who signed releases and received settlement payments had a right to expect that “this was their money. They were able to get on with their lives.�

Fifth Circuit chief Judge Carl Stewart heard the arguments with judges Edward Prado and Gregg Costa. A ruling isn’t expected immediately.

The case is among the lingering legal issues after major settlements in the massive oil spill that resulted from the April 2010 explosion of the Deepwater Horizon offshore rig, which killed 11 people.

Earlier this year, BP reached an $18.7 billion agreement with governments in the five Gulf Coast

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states affected by the spill.

The 2012 settlement with businesses and individuals claiming losses from the spill is expected to cost BP over $10 billion. As of July 31, the claims administrator had paid out $5.61 billion, according to a report filed in federal court this week.

Other costs incurred by the company after the spill include an estimated $14 billion for response and cleanup and $4.5 billion in penalties announced after a settlement of a criminal case with the federal government.

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Sunday, September 6, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

By: Rev. Wilmer L. Todd A spiritual reflection on the human devastation of Hurricane Katrina

By now you are probably well aware of the extensive courage of the 10th Anniversary of Hurricane Katrina. I would like to approach the storm from a spiritual point of view.

The storm brought out the best and the worse in humanity. Some people were stealing and looting stores while others were saving lives. I would like to share some positive aspects of this devastation.

When Katrina was close to making landfall, I was coming back from my vacation. I went from my

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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

First Baptist Church of Grand Isle

house down the bayou to St. Genevieve where I was stationed. Shortly after I arrived, various people started to call and ask if could they stay at the rectory during the storm. My response was always “yes,” we were glad to do whatever we could.

Most of the problems occurred not because of the storm, but the aftermath – when the levees broke in New Orleans. Two friends came with a student who was about to enter Tulane University as a newcomer.

My niece and a friend were rescued from the third floor of St. Dominic School in New Orleans. They brought both of them plus a man taken from the attic of his house in that area to Nicholls State University Gym in Thibodaux.

I picked up my niece, her friend and the elderly gentleman, and brought them to St. Genevieve Rectory. My brother and his wife, who was in the hospital during the storm, later

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

16640 West Main St., Cut Off

Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m.

Thursday Kids & Adults: 6:00 p.m.

Thursday Youth Worship: 7:00 p.m.

Pastor John Boss and Pastor Noah Blackburn www.crosspointgalliano.com (985-772-7400)

St. Mathews Missionary Baptist Church Hwy. 308 - Mathews

Sunday Worship Service 7:30 a.m.

Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Services Prayer Service & Bible Study Thurs., 6-7 p.m.

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

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.

Fr. Carlos Talavera, Pastor

Our Lady of the Rosary

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

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

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

Sacred Heart Catholic Church 15300 West Main - Cut Off

Saturday Mass 4:00 p.m., Central Std. Time Saturday Mass 5:00 p.m., Daylight Savings Tm Sunday Mass 7:00, 9:00 and 11:00 a.m.

Weekday Mass: W.-Th.-F., 8:30 a.m.

Tuesdays: 6:00 p.m.

Rev. Wilfredo “Freddie” Decal, Pastor

Holy Savior Church

612 Main Street - Lockport

Saturday Mass 4:00 p.m.

Sunday Masses 7:00 and 10:00 a.m.

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 South Lafourche Baptist Church 333 Twin Oaks Drive - Raceland 17077 East Main - Galliano

Sunday Bible Study 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday 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.

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.

The Heart of Jesus Dominican Laity of Lockport celebrated the ancient Dominican Rites of entry on Saturday, August 8th at the Heart of Jesus Monastery in Lockport.

Celebrating the Rite of Admission, the first year promise, was Donna McBroom Theriot who received her Dominican cross.

Making their first Temporal Promise were Grant Fenske and Dawn Lasseigne. They received their Dominican scapular.

Celebrant at the Holy Mass and the Rites was Rev. Father Jeffery Jambon.

These newest Lay Dominicans will continue to study and advance to their Permanent Promise status.

Pictured are Jene DeCuir, President; Donna McBroom Theriot; Father Jeffery Jambon; Grant Fenske; Dawn Lasseigne; and Christine Larousse, Vice President.

The Dominican Laity is open to all Catholics, eighteen years or older, in good standing with the Catholic Church. The “pillars” of the Laity are prayer, study, preaching, and community. An informative meeting, a “Come and See”, will be held on September 9, at 7:00 p.m. at the Cenacle Room of the Dominican Monastery in Lockport.

joined us. We had a diverse group of people to say the least.

One of the biggest problems when a disaster hits, is getting over the initial shock and trying to put the pieces back together again. Losses and calamities can paralyze us. For some of these evacuees their homes were completely destroyed. There was no possibility of going back to the way life was before the storm. They were completely devastated.

My responsibility, as pastor, was to provide whatever pastoral care I could for the evacuees housed on Nicholls campus. My friend, Sister Carmelita, a psychologist, was assigned to the Bessie Cherame Ayo building where they housed those with mental and physical health issues. An important task was to help people put their lives together again. That was easier for the Tulane student whose parents picked her up and brought her back to Texas.

In the security of her home she could adjust her plans for the coming semester.

However, for those who lost their homes and most of their possessions, going forward was extremely difficult. They had to come up with a temporary plan of where to stay while they could work out a more permanent situation in life.

When you are in a state of shock, that’s more easily said than done.

That’s where love comes in. Jesus said,

“Whatever you do to the least of my brothers and sisters, you do to me.”

Helping a person think through the possibilities for their future can be a tremendous blessing.

When we help another person get over the initial shock of a disaster and start planning for the future, we have rendered a great service. We all need a vision of where we are going.

Our two friends from New Orleans, Jack and George, had excellent organizational skills and extensive experience in that area. They assumed the responsibility of connecting evacuees with family members. These contacts were a tremendous blessing. They helped these people move from a hopeless situation to see new possibilities.

They now had a renewed vision of life.

Other people behind

the scenes, like parishioners from St. Genevieve and others church parishes in the Thibodaux area, would bring food and clothing for the evacuees. One

group assumed the responsibility of washing the clothes of the evacuees.

That’s the kind of love that Jesus promoted.

The Raceland Senior Center, 206 Senior Citizens Dr. in Raceland, offers a variety of activities for seniors.

The center serves coffee at 8:15 a.m. Mon. through Fri. Meals are served daily at 11 a.m. Call the morning before to reserve your meal.

Monday, Wednesday and Friday seniors exercise at the Raceland Recreation Center at 9 a.m., play pokeno at 8 a.m. along with bingo every Thursday at 1 p.m. Seniors can join the pokeno games on the 1st and 3rd Monday of every month from 8 a.m. till 12:30 p.m.

A casino trip to Cypress Bayou is held every 1st Wednesday of the month.

Call Peggy Arabie at 985537-6782.

The board of directors meetings are held on the 2nd Wednesday every month at 1 p.m.

The center has a treadmill, stationary bike, library books and blood pressure check ups. Dates and times are subject to change. Call the center at 985-5379259, ask for Mike.

The Center wishes Ms. Rosalie Benoit the best on her retirement as she has retired on June 26.

Raceland Senior Center reports

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WORSHIP DIRECTORY

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 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

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.

PRESBYTERIAN

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.

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

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

Wednesday bible Study 6:00 p.m.

Doctor John Spaulding, Pastor

JEHOVAH’S WITNESS

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

Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses

Crosby Boat Co., Inc.

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108 East 90th Street - Galliano

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

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 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

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

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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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Church of Jesus ChristLatter Day Saints East 57th St.

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

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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Security

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Insurance Agents

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The CDC is leading a “Million Hearts” campaign, launched in 2012 to prevent 1 million heart attacks and strokes by 2017. CDC scientists were intrigued by a heart age calculation developed by other researchers conducting a large study in Framingham, Massachusetts.

Some research has indicated that Framingham heart age calculations have resonated more with patients than more conventional medical advice and warnings, so CDC researchers used the Framingham model — and CDC national survey data — to produce the first report on heart age across the nation.

CDC officials released the report Tuesday.

“It gives a stark, simple picture of your future risk of having — or dying from — heart attack or stroke,” said CDC Director Dr. Tom Frieden.

The estimates were specific to adults 30 to 74 who have not had a heart attack or stroke.

Mississippi has the highest proportion of adults

with advanced heart age, followed by West Virginia, Kentucky, Louisiana and Alabama. Those states also have higher rates of smoking, obesity, and other heart disease risk factors.

Utah and Colorado had the lowest proportions of people with a heart age five years or greater than their actual age, followed by California, Hawaii and Massachusetts .

The study also found that for blacks nationally, heart age was 11 years greater than actual age.

The gap was much smaller for whites and Hispanics.

On Tuesday, CDC also officials shared the Framingham study’s online heart age prediction calculator for individuals to assess themselves. People have to know their systolic blood pressure — the higher of the two measurements — to generate an estimate. ___ Online: CDC report: http://www.cdc.gov/vitalsigns Heart age calculator: http://www. framinghamheartstudy.org/riskfunctions/cardiovascular-disease/ general-cvd-risk-prediction-using-bmi.php

Festival

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After returning home to South Lafourche, he started his working career at Danos & Curole. Rock tried his hand at welding after learning the skill at trade school as well. After some time, Rock started his own company, P and P, a

wireline business, where he served as President and CEO until his retirement.

Rock’s connection to the Larose Civic Center dates back many years, starting with the 1987 French Food Festival. Rock partnered with his neighbor at the time, Carroll Gros, and helped cut the massive 46-acre grounds of the Larose Regional Park. Carroll then recruited Rock to help work the fried shrimp booth along with the Ronald and Beverly Gros family.

Back in the early days of the festival, the booth volunteers caught, cleaned, stored and prepared the items for their individual booths.

Hurricane Juan forced the cancellation of the festival that year; the only cancelation in the French Food Festival’s 42 years.

The tent nearly blew away from the gale force winds produced by Juan.

With no Festival, Rock and the many Larose Civic Center volunteers instead served fried shrimp and other fair delicacies to the hundreds of evacuees and displaced residents using the Larose Civic Center as a shelter.

After that year, and the threat of losing the massive festival tent to the hurricane-force winds, Rock was a supporter of the permanent pavilion built to house South Lafourche’s largest and most successful an-

nual festival. After nearly 30 years, Rock finally saw a permanent pavilion erected.

A constant and welcomed presence at the Larose Civic Center, Rock can be seen volunteering

Sunday, September 6, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

and assisting with infrastructure repairs, booth construction for events under the pavilion, including the ever-popular annual Wild Game Supper, and even assisting with peeling seafood to be used

for festival dishes.

Grand Marshal XXXVIII Pellegrin extends an open invitation to everyone to come out the last full weekend in October and see all the 42nd Annual French Food Festival has to offer!

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Sunday, September 6, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

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: 3 br, 1.5 ba, Reduced to $78,000. Call 985691-1367, leave message. _________________ Mobile Home & Lot For Sale: 2 br, 2 ba, lot 150x70, carport & shed. 116 Wilfred Duet St., Golden Meadow. $60,000.

Call 985-691-7032 by appt. Ideal for fishing camp. _________________

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. FMI call 985-532-6755. _________________

Mobile Home For Rent: 3 br, 2 ba, living rm, kitchen, dining rm, non smoker, no pets.

Larose area. 200 E. 30th St., Lot 2. Call 985-258-6595. _________________ Trailer For Rent in Cut Off: 3 br, 2 ba, partially furn., no pets, no smoking inside, background check.

No utilities. $800/mth, $800/dep. Call 985475-7272 or 6377273. _________________ Apt. For Rent in Lockport: 1 br, 1 ba. $800/mth, brand new inside. Appl. included.

Call 985-859-8341. _________________ Apt. For Rent: 1 br, Valentine area on bayouside, $550/mth, $550/dep. Call 985278-1145 or 985-6914213, if no answer leave message. _________________ Trailer For Rent: 2 br, 2 ba, in Cut Off, w/appl. & dishwasher, central ac, & pd. water. No smoking, no pets. $850/mth, $600/dep. Call 985632-4723. _________________ House For Rent: 106 W. 161st St., Galliano. 3 br, 1 ba, fenced in yard. $900/mth, $900/dep.

Now taking applications. Call 985-2587352. _________________ House For Rent: 2 br, 1 ba, w/d, $700/mth; Also a Mobile Home For Rent: 3 br, 2 ba, w/d, $700/mth. Call 985258-4554. _________________ House for Rent in Galliano: 5BR, 3ba., unfurnished, no pets and no smoking inside. Water and Electricity included. For applications, call 985696-7373 or email 167thrental@gmail.co m _________________ FOR RENT Mobile Homes, Cabins, Campers and Lots - with Laundromat & Store. Campers for Sale - lease purchase or cash.

De Renta: Trailas solares y campers con Lavenderia y tienda Hispana para servirles mejor.

108 Peterson Lane, Galliano 985-637-4133 _________________

Houses For Rent: 4 br, 2 ba, $1400/mth; 3 br, 2 ba, $900/mth.

Newly remodeled, discount available. Near SL bridge, no pets.

Call 985-632-6188. _________________ Apts. For Rent: No pets, 2 br, 1 ba, $650/mth, $600/security dep. Call 985-2587510. _________________ Apt. For Rent: 1 br, in Central Lafourche area, $300/mth. plus utilities. Call 985-5379259. _________________ Golden Meadow, Camper Trailer For Rent: Maximum 2 people, $450/mth, utilities pd. No deposit.

Call 985-464-5001. _________________ Mobile Home For Rent in Lockport /Valentine area. 3 br, 2 ba, bayouside w/pier. Call 985-9910902. _________________ Cote Blanche Connection Apartments Hwy 3161 Cut Off. For Rent: Spacious 2BR, 1ba. apt. Full kitchen and washer and dryer included. Pets welcomed. $1,000/mo with 12 month lease.

See pics at coteblancheapartments.co m. Call Bill at 985325-5626 FMI. _________________

Mobile Home For Rent: 2 br, 1 ba, laundry rm, with w/d. $1000/mth, utilities included, $800/damage dep. Located in Cut Of. Cal 985-278-0122 for more details. _________________ House For Rent: 2 br, living rm, kitchen & bath. Call 985-6933883. _________________ House For Rent: 2 br, 1 ba, partially furn., Larose area, $600/mth, $600/damage dep. Call, leave a clear message at 985632-6549 or cell 985665-0936. _________________ Commercial Bldg.

For Rent: 13301 W. Main, Larose. 1200 sq. ft., Call 985-6914215 or 985-258-1283 for details. _________________ Apts. For Rent in Larose: 2 br, 1 ba, $700/mth, $700/security dep., no pets, no smoking (no exceptions). FMI call 985537-3567. _________________

1966 Ford Thunderbird Coupe For Sale Complete 390HP, 4 Barrel engine

Auto transmission, power steering and a sliding steering wheel Equipped with bolt mounts for a Supercharger when desired - will increase HP from 390 to 425

Some rust, but restorable.

Some interior work needed along with new tires. Not running but shouldn’t take much to get it there.

MERCHANDISE

For Generator Sale: 27.5 KW North Star Generator P.T.O. Driven, never used.

Drive shaft and trailer included. $3,500. 504382-3488. _________________ Power Wheelchair For Sale, needs battery. Almost brand new, hardly used.

Asking $2000, originally pd. $6400. Call 985-632-6619. _________________

GARAGE SALES

X-Lg. Garage Sale: 7518 Hwy, 1, Lockport, across from Bell Vue Fire Station.

Clothes, shoes, bikes, furn., jewelry, exercise equip., tools, boots, toys, French doors, & more. Thurs., Fri. & Sat., Sept. 10, 11 & 12. 8 am to 4 pm. _________________

HELP WANTED

Cash Magic Truckstop Casino in Larose is now hiring for all positions: Cstore, grill, casino & maintenance associates. Please apply in person. Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check. EOE. _________________

WANTED OLD JAPANESE MOTORCYCLES

No price given over phone.

Must see to appreciate!

Call for appointment:

985-691-0204 or 985-691-0113

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. _________________ 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 985-856-2606. _________________ Apt. For Rent: Behind larger home, 2 br with 2 lg. living rooms, plenty of yard outside.

Utilities & grass cutting in price. $950/mth. Located at 2142 S. Alex Plaisance in Golden Meadow. FMI call Kenny at 225-2871725. _________________

Trailer not included.

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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. _________________ Coastal Janitorial Services Now Hiring Positions. 5 days a week. Call 632-5791. _________________ 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 _________________ Tower Loan of Cut Off: Positions available – Cashier & Manager Trainees. Call 985-632-7300 for appt. or fax resume to 985-632-7305. _________________ 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. _________________ 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. _________________ What’s Brewing is in need of Part Time Kitchen Help. Apply in person. No phone calls please! _________________

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Southern Home Furnishings is now accepting applications for Warehouse Delivery Person. Must have good work skills, clean driving record and be able to lift heavy merchandise.

Apply at 14814 West Main St. in Cut Off. _________________

SERVICES

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

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. _________________

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NOTICES

Using The Lafourche Gazette’s dumpster located across from the office is not allowed! Also, do not dump seafood peelings or other items into the bayou behind The Lafourche Gazette’s property, 12958 East Main, Larose. _________________ I am applying to the Office of Alcoholic Beverage Control of the State of Louisiana for a permit to sell beverages of high and low alcohol content at retail in the Parish of Lafourche at the following address: 13938 W. Main St., Larose, LA 70373.

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PRAYERS

HURRICANE PRAYER To avert storms & hurricanes Father, all the elements of nature obey your command. Calm the storms and hurricanes that threaten us and turn our fear of your power into praise of your goodness.

Grant this through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son, Who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, One God, forever and ever.

Amen _________________________

MEMORIALS

In Loving Memory Of ANNA ROBINO

Born: Sept. 6, 1957 Died: July 26, 2014 It’s your second birthday that you’re not here anymore. There’s not a day that goes by that we don’t have a laugh and cry thinking about you. I hope you’re enjoying your special day dancing in the sky.

Thanks for always being amazing.

Love, Roy, Kristal & Scotty _____________

In Memory of PATRICK DANOS

Sunrise: 4-24-35 Sunset: 9-6-2014 God saw he was getting tired and a cure was not to be. So He put His arms around him and whispered, “Come with Me.” With tearful eyes we watched him suffer and saw him fade away.

Although we loved him dearly, we could not make him stay.

A golden heart stopped beating, hard working hands to rest.

God broke our hearts to prove to us He only takes the best.

Sadly Missed By, Wife, Children, Grandchildren & Great Grandchildren _____________

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OBITUARIES

OCTAVIA LASSEIGNE Octavia “Tavie” Lasseigne, 84, a native of Cut Off and resident of Galliano passed away on Sunday, August 30, 2015.

Visitation was held on Tuesday, September 1st at Falgout Funeral Home in Galliano from 6:00 p.m. till 9:00 p.m. and on Wednesday, September 2nd at St. Joseph Catholic Church from 9:00 a.m. until funeral time. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at 11:00 a.m. with burial in Cheramie Cemetery.

She is survived by her son, Ira Lasseigne and wife Jennifer; daughters, Charlene L. Danos and husband Glenn, Charlotte L. Guidry and husband Freddy, Robin L. Rogers and husband Joey, Penny L. Mongrue and husband Stan; daughter-in-law, Celeste P. Lasseigne; brothers, Chester “Bozo” Rousse, Mike Rousse, Stanley Rousse, Rodney Rousse, Ozema Rousse; sister, Janita “Jan” R. Guidry; 21 grandchildren, 36 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, Nolan “T-Nol” Lasseigne, Sr.; parents, Web and Aza Bruce Rousse; son, Nolan Lasseigne, Jr.; brothers, Ejay Rousse, Leroy “Yank” Rousse; sister, Lorena “Pookie” R. Ledet and great granddaughter, Phoenix Claire Stratton.

Falgout Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. ___________________

Sheriff’s Office honors individuals at Lafourche Pride Awards Banquet Forty individuals were honored at the 2015 Lafourche Pride Awards Banquet on Saturday, August 29, at the Warren J. Harang Jr. Municipal Auditorium in Thibodaux.

Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office employees and local citizens were honored for feats of bravery, exceptional work, and dedication to public service during the 22nd annual awards program.

The Lafourche Deputies Association sponsors and organizes the program through the financial support of its members who are employees of the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office.

In all, a total of 40 individuals, including 33 LPSO employees, three (3) civilians, and four (4) retirees, were honored on Saturday night.

The most coveted award, the Sheriff’s Star was awarded to Lt. Doug Foreman, the supervisor of the Patrol Division’s Specialty Enforcement Section.

The award is the highest honor at the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office.

Lt. Foreman has been serving the citizens of Lafourche since joining the Sheriff’s Office as a reserve deputy in 1985. He began working full time three years later.

Captain Chad Shelby, Commander of the Patrol

Division, referred to Lieutenant Foreman as “the quintessential public servant.” Foreman also received a Distinguished Service Award for which he was nominated by Captain Shelby.

Former Chief Deputy Robert “Bud” Dill IV was honored for his 34 years of service. Rebecca Chabert, who served for 30 years, was also honored. Both Dill and Chabert were recipients of the Sheriff’s Star in 1996 and 2013, respectively. Retiree Evans Adams was recognized for his 17 years of service, and Philip Aucoin was honored for 10 years.

In addition to Lt. Foreman, seven others received Distinguished Service Awards. Barry Parker was recognized for 20 years of volunteer service as a reserve deputy. Fleet Mechanic Chris Arceneaux and Auto Body Shop Supervisor Danny Theriot were recognized for their outstanding work. Deputy Shelly Savoie, Coordinator of the “Safetyville” exhibit at the Bayou Country Children’s Museum in Thibodaux, was honored for her efforts in public safety. Others receiving Distinguished Service Awards included Lynne Dufrene and Detective Nick

Pepper, as well as LPSO Public Information Officer, Sergeant Brennan Matherne.

Reserve deputies James Wendell and Jay Watkins received Lifesaving Medals on Saturday. Deputy Wendell saved the life of a fouryear-old who was rescued from drowning in a pool, while Deputy Watkins saved the life of a driver who was ejected from a vehicle following a crash.

Sergeant Brad Ross and Deputy Steven Pitts were honored for saving the life of a one-year-old child who had been locked in a hot car.

Three civilians were honored also, including 10year-old Kaelyn Bellanger who saved a small child who was in danger of drowning at a hotel pool. Charles Chauvin and L.J. Baudoin were also honored with Certificates of Commendation for donating their time and talents to repair and upgrade facilities at the LPSO Shooting Range in Raceland.

The LPSO Training Division was recognized with a Unit Commendation for their efforts in training cadets at the Lafourche Sheriff’s Regional P.O.S.T. Training Academy. The Evi-

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dence Section was recognized for efforts in cataloguing fifty years of evidence and obtaining hundreds of destruction orders for obsolete items. The clerks of the Personnel Division were

There was a man who worked for the Post Office whose job was to process all the mail that had illegible addresses. One day, a letter came addressed in a shaky handwriting to God with no actual address. He thought he should open it to see what it was about.

The letter read: “Dear God, I am an 83year-old widow, living on a very small pension. Yesterday someone stole my purse. It had $100 in it, which was all the money I had until my next pension payment.

Next Sunday is Christmas, and I had invited two of my friends over for dinner. Without that money, I have nothing to buy food with, have no family to turn to, and you are my only hope. Can you please help me?

Sincerely, Edna” The postal worker was touched. He showed the letter to all the other workers.

Each one dug into his or her wallet and came up with a few dollars. By the time he made the rounds, he had collected $96, which they put into an envelope and sent to the woman.

The rest of the day, all the workers felt a warm glow thinking of Edna and the dinner she would be able to share with her friends.

Christmas came and went. A few days later, another letter came from the same old lady to God. All ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 You are ready to move in new and unexpected directions. Your boss or supervisor may appreciate any new ideas you have and your willingness to try new things.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Many fun things are expected to unfold this week, Taurus. With so many people to see and errands to run, try to make some time to relax so you don’t fall victim to fatigue.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 You have a desire to take in the great outdoors this week, Gemini.

Enjoy boating, swimming or even just lounging around a lake. You will return home feeling recharged.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, expect to expend a lot of energy sorting out your calendar and getting things organized this week. Make the most of any leisure time that comes your way.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Goals and friendships at the workplace evolve this week, Leo. This may be a time of new beginnings for you, and you find yourself enjoying all the new opportunities.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, this week you will learn to work with any limitations you may have instead of feeling boxed in by them. There is much you can accomplish when you give it a try.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, you have a number of items on your plate right now. It may seem overwhelming, but if you work though things one task at a time, you will get through it all.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Even some bad news can’t get you down, Scorpio. Take it in stride and press on. Any obstacles only make you stronger for experiencing them.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, it may take some extra effort to work through a problem, but eventually you will find a solution. Don’t be afraid to ask for some help if you get bogged down with things.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, you are feeling confident and capable this week. Things at work are moving along smoothly, and you can focus more of your attention on affairs at home.

the workers gathered around while the letter was opened.

It read: “Dear God, How can I ever thank you enough for what you did for me? Because of your gift of love, I was able to fix a glorious dinner for my friends. We had a very nice day and I told my friends of your wonderful gift.

By the way, there was $4 missing. I think it might have been those darn workers at the post office.

Sincerely, Edna”

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, your ability to convey complicated messages in an easily understandable way puts you in high demand this week. Enjoy your time in the spotlight.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, take a measured approach to tasks this week. Do things in moderation so you can make progress with all of the projects on your plate.

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also recognized for outstanding work this year along with several other individuals who were given Certificates of Commendation.

Pictured are the Lockport Knights of Columbus Council 3054 officers for 2015-2016: Front row, left to right: Doyle Rogers (Warden), F.J. Bourgeois (Inside Guard), Philip LeBlanc (Inside Guard), Milton Folse, Sr. (Lecturer), Edwis Dufrene (1-Year Trustee), Warren Vedros (3-Year Trustee); second row, left to right: Shane Eschete (Deputy Grand Knight), Earl Uzee (Treasurer), Rusty Bruce (Seminarian for the Council), Keith Gros (2-Year Trustee), Milton Folse, Jr. (Recording Secretary); third row, left to right: Jerome Cantrelle (Chancellor), Ralph Sapia (Grand Knight), Barry Bellanger (Outside Guard), Dudley Ledet (Advocate), and Gerard Leonard (Financial Secretary).

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.

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Nathaniel Sillin Financial Columnist Stress can come from everywhere – career, school, family, relationships, health – and especially money.

The American Psychological Association (APA) recently reported that money remains the number one stressor for 72 percent of Americans. In fact, money has led the APA’s annual stress survey since its debut in 2007, the year before the financial crash that took the U.S. economy into its worst slump since the Great De-

Arrest reports

The following information is based on reports from the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office. Those individuals have been booked with, not convicted of, the offenses shown. All accused should be presumed innocent until proved guilty.

AUGUST 31, 2015 Thibodaux Police Department Andre Davis, 30, Thibodaux. Contempt of court, fugitive warrant (2 cts), scdtp, unauthorized entry of inhabited dwelling, improper telephone communications.

George Flowers, 45, Gibson.

Enter/remain after being forbidden-immovable structure, theft of a motor vehicle (felony), attempted aggravated assault.

Joshua Babin, 21, Houma. Possession of adderall (felony), fugitive of Terrebonne.

Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Dylan Breaux, 23, Raceland.

False imprisonment, domestic abuse involving strangulation.

Justin LeBoeuf, 24, Gray. Contempt of court (3 cts).

Joel Barrios, 26, Des Allemands.

Possession of meth., illegal use of control drug in presence of person under 17 years old, poss. or dist. of drug para.

Carlie Gober, Jr., 52, Houma.

Contempt of court.

Charles Guidry, 35, Galliano. Contempt of court (3 cts).

Louisiana State Police Randell Young, II, 43, Lawrence, MS. DWI 2nd offense, driving on roadway laned for traffic, speeding.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2015 Thibodaux Police Department Bruce Hebert, 30, Thibodaux.

Fugitive of Terrebonne Parish, fugitive of Assumption Parish.

Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Rochell Hodges, 33, Raceland.

Battery of police officers (2 cts), theft of goods.

Oliver Trahan, 21, Raceland. Contempt of court (2 cts).

Mitchell Badeaux, 22, Cut Off. Obstruction of justice, taking contraband to/from penal institutions prohibited.

Steven Bourg, 61, Larose. Fugitive US Marshals.

Chad Dufrene, 42, Houma. Fugitive of Terrebonne Parish.

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Are you financially stressed? Here are 10 major signs of financial stress and ways to take action.

You wonder if your job is secure. Even though the economy has improved in recent years, employers still cut and reassign workers and make occasional adjustments in pay and benefits. If you’ve spotted changes in other departments or news accounts suggest a shift in your industry, start thinking ahead.

Action Plan: Build up your emergency fund to cover six months or more of basic living expenses, update your resume and get organized for a potential job

Arthur Williams, Jr., 33, Thibodaux. Simple burglary (felony), illegal carrying of weapon.

Anthony Noel, Jr., 25, Thibodaux.

Fugitive of Terrebonne Parish.

Sebastian Kiger, 27, Cut Off. Taking contraband to/from penal institutions prohibited (felony_.

Louisiana State Police Anika Gambino, 38, Raceland.

DWI 3rd offense, operating a vehicle while under suspension for certain prior offenses, careless operation.

Louis Velazquez, 23, Cut Off. DWI 1st offense, operating a vehicle while under suspension for certain prior offenses, careless operation.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2015 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Larry Coleman, 24, Napoleonville.

Violation of probation/parole (2 cts), contempt of court.

Cody Stavana Theriot, 33, Golden Meadow. Distribution of meth. (felony).

Dwayne Jackson, 46, Thibodaux.

Poss./dist. drug para., contempt of court, operating a vehicle while intoxicated.

Sidney Pike, IV, 27, Thibodaux.

Domestic abuse battery w/child endangerment.

Sharena Alston, 30, Houma. Possession of meth.

Daniel Borne, 36, Galliano. Simple burglary of inhabited dwelling.

Keith Plaisance, 50, Larose. Domestic abuse battery.

Xaine Laudunm 17, Galliano. Simple burglary-immovable structure.

Lockport Police Department Jose Alvarado, 45, St. Rose, LA. Contempt of court.

Edward Keller, 69, Thibodaux.

Contempt of court (2 cts).

Thibodaux Police Department Samuel Johnson, 22, Raceland.

Careless operation, poss. of alcoholic beverages in motor vehicle, poss. of xanax, poss./dist. of drug para., driver must be licensed.

Rosemary Thomas, 38, Thibodaux. Contempt of court.

Louisiana State Police Luis Gerardi (aka Louis Velazquez), 23, Cut Off. Contempt of court (5 cts), misrepresentation during booking.

Wade Danos, 50, Cut Off. Operating a vehicle while intoxicated, driving on roadway laned for traffic.

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There’s no money to save or invest. If meeting basic expenses is a struggle and you have no savings or investments at all, it’s time for a serious review of where your money is going.

Action plan: Making a basic budget is the first step to tracking every penny spent. Figure out extras you can cut and set more aside for savings and debt payoff.

You have disagreements with a spouse or partner about money. A 2013 University of Kansas study noted that arguments about money are the top predictor of divorce.

Action plan: Share information about all debt and legal issues and exchange respective credit reports and credit score data as you plan to solve all money problems together.

You are paying bills late.

Late payments can hurt your credit score (http://www.myfico.com).

Action plan: Set up a physical or digital calendar to keep track of payment dates and budget in order to put more money toward debt and eventually savings.

You imagine a windfall.

Waiting for a bonus, an inheritance or even a winning lotto ticket to ease your financial stress indicates you have a tendency toward financial denial.

Action plan: If your current efforts at budgeting, saving money or paying off debt aren’t working, consider a reality check with a qualified financial advisor.

You use your home equity like a cash register.

Home equity loans or lines of credit can provide an interest-deductible solution for a variety of important needs, but a down housing market can wipe out your equity.

Action plan: Either refinance if you qualify or stop using the line entirely until you can pay down the balance.

You’re considering drawing from retirement funds to solve money problems. Think twice before taking out loans against these funds. Interrupting your retirement planning, particularly over the age of 50, can have significant financial consequences.

Action plan: Re-budget your finances and seek qualified advice to help you find another solution.

Late and overdraft fees are piling up. According to the Pew Charitable Trusts, the average bank overdraft fee is $35; credit card late fees are similar.

Action plan: Schedule bill payments and opt for online billing when possible to save time on mailing. If you have to pay additional late fees, ask your bank or credit card company if it

might forgive the fee; many will remove one fee a year.

You’re late on student loan payments. It is difficult to have student loans (https://studentaid.ed.gov/ sa/) forgiven, cancelled or discharged (eliminated) in

Embrace a lighter fare with spinach soufflé

Soufflé is a versatile dish that can be served at lunchtime or as a first course at the dinner table.

Soufflé can be made with a variety of ingredients, and those who love both soufflé and spinach may want to try their hands at the following recipe for “Spinach Soufflé” from Richard Grausman’s “French Classics Made Easy” (Workman).

The recipe includes 2 to 3 pinches of nutmeg, which can be difficult to measure.

While nutmeg can enhance the flavor of spinach, too much can overpower it. So if you’re having trouble measuring the amount of nutmeg you need, err on the side of caution and skimp.

Spinach Soufflé: Serves 2 or 4 Butter and all-purpose flour, for soufflé mold 5 ounces frozen spinach; the washed stemmed leaves from 1 pound fresh large spinach; or 8 ounces fresh baby spinach 1 cup milk 3 egg yolks 1 tablespoon water 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1⁄2 teaspoon salt 1⁄8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 2 to 3 pinches of freshly grated nutmeg 4 egg whites 1⁄8 teaspoon cream of tartar 1. Preheat the oven to 475 F with the rack set in the lowest position. Liberally butter a 4-cup soufflé mold and then lightly dust with flour, tapping out any excess.

2. If using frozen spinach, cook according to package directions, then drain and refresh under cold running water. If using fresh spinach, drop the leaves into boiling water and cook 1 to 2 minutes. Drain and refresh under cold running water. Squeeze the spinach to extract as much moisture as possible and then finely chop. Set aside.

3. In a small saucepan, bring the milk to a boil over medium heat. While the milk is heating, whisk the egg yolks and water together in a small bowl. Add the 3 tablespoons flour to the yolks and blend until smooth and free of lumps.

bankruptcy if you can’t pay.

Paying late can also hurt your credit score.

Action Plan: Seek qualified financial advice that specifically addresses the type of student debt you have and resolve to pay bills

4. Before the milk boils, stir about 1⁄4 cup of it into the egg yolk mixture to thin it. When the remaining milk boils, add it to the egg yolk mixture and stir well.

5. Return the egg-milk mixture to the saucepan and whisk rapidly over medium-high heat, whisking the bottom and sides of the pan until the mixture thickens and boils, about 30 seconds. (Turning the pan as you whisk helps you easily reach all areas of the pan.) Continue to whisk vigorously for 1 minute while the soufflé base gently boils.

It will become shiny and easier to stir.

6. Reduce the heat to medium and allow the soufflé base to simmer while you season it with the salt, pepper and nutmeg, then stir in the reserved spinach. Remove the pan from the heat and cover.

7. In a large bowl, beat the egg whites with the cream of tartar until stiff peaks form, about 3 minutes.

8. Pour the warm soufflé base into a large bowl.

With a whisk, fold in onethird of the beaten eggs to lighten it. Some egg white will still be visible. With a rubber spatula, fold in the remaining egg whites. Stop folding as soon as the mixture is blended; a little egg white may still be visible.

9. Pour the soufflé mixture into the prepared mold, leveling the surface with your spatula. If any of the batter touches the rim of the mold, run your thumb around the rim to clean it off.

10. Bake for 5 minutes.

Lower the temperature to 425 F and bake for another 5 to 7 minutes. The soufflé should rise 11⁄2 to 2 inches above the mold and brown lightly on the top. The top may be slightly cracked, but this is not a problem. Serve immediately.

Author’s note: A finished soufflé will be firm around the outside edge and soft and creamy in the center. Since many Americans are used to soufflés that are considerably drier, they often feel they have made a mistake when they find the creamy center. If you prefer a drier center, allow the soufflé to remain in the oven for 3 to 4 minutes longer.

on time.

Your accounts are disorganized. It’s difficult to reach important financial goals when you really can’t track your finances.

Action plan: Get some advice from a trusted friend or a qualified financial professional about how to best organize your accounts and whether online account management may be right for you.

Bottom line: Reducing your financial stress is a healthy decision. Review your money habits and get qualified help if necessary to lessen this burden.

Nathaniel Sillin directs Visa’s financial education programs. To follow Practical Money Skills on Twitter: www. twitter.com/PracticalMoney

Public notice

NOTICE Martek Services, Co., 11115 Sullivan Road Baton Rouge, LA 70808 RE: Grand Isle Code of Ordinances, Sections 42-35 Property Description: Lot 4 Sq 22, Grand Beach #11 Pine Lane Martek Services, You are hereby notified by the Town of Grand Isle that you are in violation of one or more of the above referenced ordinances. These ordinances state that your property has been declared a nuisance by blighted structure, debris or trash on property, overgrown weeds, grass or similar noxious growth or any combination of the above.

You have ten (10) days to make an initiative to abate these nuisances.

Any work that the Town of Grand Isle is forced to do will be billed to you. If you fail to pay the monies owed the amount will be added to your tax bill.

This is your only notice! Remember you have only 10 days to comply.

Please disregard this notice if the permits have been obtained to repair your property, grass has been cut, and debris has been removed. Thanking you in advance for your cooperation.

Nora Combel Town of Grand Isle Building Official 8/30/15 9/2/15 9/6/15

Public notice

NOTICE Dennis Prejeant April 8, 2015 179 Landry Lane Grand Isle, LA 70358 RE: Grand Isle Code of Ordinances, Sections 42-35 Property Description: 179 Landry Lane and old vehicles parked by park.

To Whom It May Concern, You are hereby notified by the Town of Grand Isle that you are in violation of one or more of the above referenced ordinances. These ordinances state that your property has been declared a nuisance by blighted structure, abandoned vehicles illegal RV’s, debris or trash on property, overgrown weeds, grass or similar noxious growth or a combination of the above.

You have ten (10) days to make an initiative to abate these nuisances.

Failure to comply within the specified time compels the Town of Grand Isle to seek injunctive relief. Any work that the Town of Grand Isle is forced to do will be billed to you. Failure to pay the bill will result in the balance being placed on your tax bill.

This is your only notice: Remember you have only 10 days to comply.

Please disregard this notice if the permits have been obtained to repair your property, grass has been cut, and debris has been removed. Thanking you in advance for your cooperation.

This document is being delivered by the Grand Isle Police Department.

Nora Combel Town of Grand Isle Building Official 8/30/15 9/2/15 9/6/15