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Get ready football fans, the Lafourche Gazette Football Contest begins today! The annual contest is back for another year and will run for ten consecutive weeks. One lucky winner each week will receive a cash prize of $65. The contest will be published in the next ten Wednesday editions of the Gazette. One grand prize winner, (the person who submits the most winning entries throughout the tenweek span), will receive 2 free tickets to the Saints/Carolina Panthers game to be played on Sunday, December 6 in the Superdome. So, football fans, play, have fun, win some cash and patronize the following sponsors who make the See Contest Page 6-A
MEETINGS THURSDAY, SEPT. 10 LAFOURCHE PORT COMMISSION Board Meeting 10:30 a.m. Galliano Office - Hwy. 308
SATURDAY, SEPT. 12 LES ARTISTE DU BAYOU ART GUILD 9:00 a.m. Larose Civic Center
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VOLUME 49 NUMBER 52
Staff photo by Babs
Paddlers take off at the beginning of the race during the Pushing Paddles for a Cure event held Saturday. Paddlers began their journey at the Adam Ted Gisclair floodgates in Larose and ended near the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Cut Off. Food, drinks, live music and more was offered at the Cut Off Youth Center after the race. A majority of the proceeds raised from the event, held annually in memory of Dillion Shicksnider, is donated to the Muscular Dystrophy Association with the rest given to a local child currently afflicted with a muscular disease.
Pipeline may carry river sediment to area marshes By Meredith Burns Daily Comet Staff Writer
Lafourche’s plan for Restore Act money proposes setting aside $434,760 for engineering and permitting to build marsh in the parish’s southern reaches using sediment from the Mississippi River. The parish’s multi-year plan, open for public comment on the parish’s website, outlines how officials plan to spend $1.3 million relating to the 2010 BP Deepwater Horizon oil spill. One of the five projects in the plan piggybacks off a larger one designed to transport river sediment to the Barataria Basin via a long-distance pipeline stretching through Plaquemines, Jefferson and Lafourche parishes. The project now up for discussion will bring sediment farther west to build marsh around the Bayou L’Ours area, which is experiencing “catastrophic” land loss, according to the plan. Archie Chaisson, Lafourche Parish administrator, said Jefferson Parish has proposed putting some of its own Restore Act dollars toward engineering to bring the pipeline through the Barataria waterway all the way to Clovelly in
Lafourche. “Our plan is if they’re going to design the pipe to come across, then we’re going to design below it where we know we can build with it,” he said. “So they’re going to pay for the top leg and we’re going to pay for the bottom leg.” See Pipeline Page 6-A
Lafourche Parish government
Lafourche’s plan would use a long-distance pipeline to channel Mississippi River sediment to the Bayou L’Ours area (in blue).
Study: Are we shifting to fewer, weaker Atlantic hurricanes? SETH BORENSTEIN, AP Science Writer
WASHINGTON (AP) — A new but controversial study asks if an end is coming to the busy Atlantic hurricane seasons of recent decades. The Atlantic looks like it is entering in to a new quieter cycle of storm activity, like in the 1970s and 1980s, two prominent hurricane researchers wrote Monday in the journal Nature Geoscience. Scientists at Colorado State University, including the professor who pioneered hurricane seasonal prognostication, say they are seeing a localized cooling and salinity level drop in the North Atlantic near Greenland. Those conditions, they
theorize, change local weather and ocean patterns and form an on-again, off-again cycle in hurricane activity that they trace back to the late 1800s. Warmer saltier water produces periods of more and stronger storms followed by cooler less salty water triggering a similar period of fewer and weaker hurricanes, the scientists say. The periods last about 25 years, sometimes more, sometimes less. See Hurricanes Page 6-A
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — The major candidates for governor, lieutenant governor and other statewide offices have been campaigning for months. But they can’t appear on the Oct. 24 ballot unless they submit their sign-up paperwork. Tuesday was the start of the election qualifying period, where candidates officially add their names to the ballot. The sign-up period runs for three days, through Thursday. Candidates seeking the top jobs on the ballot — including governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general, treasurer and insurance commissioner — must pay their qualifying fees and file their paperwork at the secretary of state’s office in Baton Rouge located at 8585 Archives Ave. Hours of operation are 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. daily. See Election Page 6-A
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Larose man indicted for aggravated rape
A Larose man was indicted by a Lafourche Parish grand jury for the aggravated rape of a woman in the 1980’s. Warren Danos, 81, is accused of Warren DAnos raping a young girl over a period of time during the mid- to late-eighties. The victim, who was born in 1977, came forward in December of 2014 with the allegations against Danos. The case was presented to the grand jury by First Assistant District Attorney Kristine Russell and ADA Stephen Caillouet. Because aggravated rape carries a mandatory punishment of life in prison, there is no statute of limitations under Louisiana law. The Hon. John E. LeBlanc originally set the defendant’s bond at $5,000 based on the arrest warrant, but following his indictment it was increased to $200,000 by the Hon. F. Hugh Larose. Larose also ordered that Danos be taken into custody subject to the new bail obligation, as he had been free after posting the original bond. See Danos Page 6-A
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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.
Jambalaya cook-off slated for Friday
The Central Lafourche High School Trojan Athletic Association will hold a Jambalaya Cook Off 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.
Ro-Duz Ranch to host event Sept. 11
Ro-Duz Ranch is hosting a meet and greet on Friday, September 11 at 5 p.m. The ranch is totally non-profit, as every cent made goes back into the farm. Donations for the event are $7 per child and $ 5 per adult. Call to reserve a spot: (985) 475-7272 or (985) 637-7273.
Fidelis kick-off night slated for Sun.
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kick off night on Sunday, September 13 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the St. Joseph Center at the St. Joseph Church in Galliano. The mission of Fidelis is to present to girls virtue with mentoring, sisterhood, and fun. Enjoy fellowship with the sisterhood and discover what Fidelis is all about. The program is coordinated by a team of volunteer women who organize and implement the program and serve as mentors. Anyone interested in volunteering, you can contact Nikki Pitre at 985-691-1525, www.fidel isonline.org.
Project Graduation mtg. to be held Sept. 14
South Lafourche High School Project Graduation will host a meeting on September 14 at 6 p.m. in the Commons area at SLHS.
Chabert family reunion meeting set for Sept. 14
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. FMI check it out on facebook (Chabert Family Reunion 2013).
Shrimp boil benefit slated for Sept. 16
The Center for Traditional Louisiana Boat Building will be sponsoring a fund raising shrimp boil on Wednesday, September 16 at 202 Main St. in Lockport. Pick up time will be from 11 a.m. till 2 p.m. on the Lafourche Street side of the building. Cost is $12 per lunch and will consists of one pound of shrimp, potatoes, corn and sauce. Orders are being accepted now. Arrangements can be made for delivery for 10 or more orders. To order call 985-5325106.
Public meeting slated for Sept. 16 at LCC
where the draft multiyear plan will be presented and the public will be able to submit public comments in writing for consideration. The deadline to submit public comments is October 9, 2015.
Relay for Life kick-off party set for Sept. 17
The American Cancer Society Relay For Life of South Lafourche organizers invite prospective participants, prospective team captains and former team captains to attend the kickoff party scheduled for September 17 at 6 p.m. at the Larose Civic Center. This celebration will last for approximately one hour and will provide the opportunity to become a volunteer if interested, interact with the event committee, learn about the new structure and design, share fundraising ideas, and ask questions concerning the event. Current team captains along with all attendees will be updated with new information regarding the event and will have the opportunity to share with the group their upcoming team fundraisers. A meal will be provided, and door prizes will be given. If you have ever thought about participating in Relay For Life, now is the time! For more information, contact Carol Guidry, at 985-791-5598 or carol.guidry@cancer.org.
Pistol orientation class slated for Sept. 19
FIRST (Firearm Instruction, Responsibility, and Safety Training) Steps Pistol Orientation, presented by the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office, will be held on Saturday, September 19, 8 a.m. to 12 noon at the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Shooting Range 3451 Highway 182, Raceland. This class is designed for first-time firearms owners and persons looking to learn basic fundamentals about firearm ownership. The actual ending time will vary due to class size. Cost is $50. Advance registration is required. For more information, contact: Lieutenant Lafate Day (985) 532-4327 lafateday@lpso.net. All participants must supply their own eye protection (eyeglasses or sunglasses will suffice), ear protection (plugs or muffs), and 50 rounds of ammunition.
Bell Ringers 5K slated for Sept. 19 in Lockport
The Bayou Bell Ringers are hosting a family-friendly 5K run/walk on Saturday, September 19 at the Lockport Bayouside Park. Early registration is $25 and has been extended through August 31. Race day registra-
Conceal, carry class to be held Sept. 19
A Conceal 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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A Concealed Handgun Training Course will be held on Sunday, September 20th, from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. at the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Shooting Range, 3451 Highway 182, Raceland. Cost is $110. Advance registration is required. For more information, contact: Lieutenant Lafate Day (985) 532-4327, lafateday@lpso.net This course is a prerequisite for those applying for a Concealed Handgun Permit from the State of Louisiana. The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office does not issue those permits. All participants must supply their own eye protection (eyeglasses or sunglasses will suffice), ear protection (plugs or muffs), and 50 rounds of ammunition.
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Weekly US oil and natural gas rig count down by 13 to 864
HOUSTON (AP) — Oilfield services company Baker Hughes Inc. says the number of rigs exploring for oil and natural gas in the U.S. this week declined by 13 to 864. Houston-based Baker Hughes said Friday that 662 rigs were seeking oil and 202 explored for natural gas. A year ago, with oil prices about double the prices now, 1,925 rigs were active. Among major oil- and gas-producing states, Louisiana gained four rigs and California and Oklahoma each increased by one. Texas lost 11 rigs, Colorado, Kansas and New Mexico were down by two and Alaska, North Dakota and Ohio each decreased by one. Arkansas, Pennsylvania, Utah, West Virginia and Wyoming were all unchanged. The U.S. rig count peaked at 4,530 in 1981 and bottomed at 488 in 1999. _______________
US dentist in lion hunt that prompted outrage says he acted legally
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota dentist whose
killing of Cecil the lion sparked a global backlash emerged for an interview in which he disputed some accounts of the hunt, expressed agitation at the animosity directed at those close to him and said he would be back at work within days. Walter Palmer, who has spent more than a month out of sight after becoming the target of protests and threats, intended to return to his suburban Minneapolis dental practice Tuesday. In an interview Sunday evening conducted jointly by The Associated Press and the Minneapolis Star Tribune that advisers said would be the only one granted, Palmer said again that he believes he acted legally and that he was stunned to find out his hunting party had killed one of Zimbabwe’s treasured animals. “If I had known this lion had a name and was important to the country or a study obviously I wouldn’t have taken it,” Palmer said. “Nobody in our hunting party knew before or after the name of this lion.” Cecil was a fixture in the vast Hwange National Park and had been fitted with a GPS collar as part of Oxford University lion research. Palmer said he shot the big cat with the black mane using an arrow from his compound bow outside the park’s borders but it didn’t die immediately. He disputed conservationist accounts that the wounded lion wandered for 40 hours and was finished off with a gun, saying it was tracked down the next day and killed with an arrow.
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adviser, Joe Friedberg, to field questions about the fallout and his legal situation. _______________
White alligator dies at Aquarium of the Americas
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A rare white alligator has died at the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas in New Or-
How the Tooth Fairy can teach your kids about money Nathaniel Sillin Financial Columnist
When those first baby teeth start wobbling, you and the Tooth Fairy can combine forces to teach your kids about money. Visa’s latest annual Tooth Fairy survey indicates that the average price of a lost tooth is $3.19 in 2015. This is the fourth consecutive year that young Americans are finding more than $3 under their pillows from the fabled fairy. That puts a full set of 20 departing baby teeth around $63. The survey also found that the most common monetary gift given by the Tooth Fairy is $1, and that dads report the Tooth Fairy is more generous, giving nearly 27 percent more than what moms report. First, how much should parents give? Visa offers a free Tooth Fairy app (www.practicalmoneyskills .com/apps) for iOS and Android devices and an online calculator (www.practicalmoneyskills.com/toothfairy) to help parents determine an appropriate amount for children to receive per lost tooth. While not an endorsement of how much money children should receive, the app and calculator uses Visa’s latest survey data and demographic factors such as gender, age, home state, family size, marital status, income and education levels to formulate how much money the Tooth Fairy is leaving in comparable households. You might consider giving kids a piggy bank – or a series of piggy banks for specific purposes such as spending, saving or investing – to have ready once that first tooth comes out. Talk with your child about the importance of putting some money away when it comes in for various pur-
poses including charity, so he or she learns about the importance of helping those with less. Here’s how the Tooth Fairy can help you guide your kids through their important, first-time money activities: Learning to handle coins and currency. Kids need a bit of time to get to know coins and bills – what they feel like, what they’re worth and how they’re used. Start by letting them handle a few coins and then start identifying their value – how five pennies makes a nickel and two nickels make a dime, and so on. Before a child can save, spend, invest or share, they have to understand the value of money that the Tooth Fairy has left under their pillow. Making their first purchases. Tooth Fairy money may be a child’s first source of income. Teaching your kids about the value of money is an important lesson. It’s a chance to balance fun and priorities, wants and needs. Once a certain amount of money is set aside for savings, then head to the store with your kid to look for a small toy or treat. It’s important to discuss the item first and to encourage comparison-shopping for the best price. But once the item is selected, put the child in charge of the transaction. Dealing with other sources of monetary gifts. The Tooth Fairy often provides that first connection between kids and cash, but other money resources usually arrive soon afterward. Starting school means allowances and children may already be getting birthday and holiday gifts of
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leans. The Audubon Nature Institute announced the death of “Spots” the alligator on Monday. The alligator was 28 years old. The cause of death is being investigated. Spots had a rare genetic condition called leucism (LOO’-sih-zem) that reduces the color pigmentation in the skin.
cash from friends and relatives. With every new source of funds, keep the discussion going on the importance of spending wisely while saving, investing and giving to those in need. Budgeting. As kids get older and start using money more extensively, introduce them to the concept of budgeting – the practice of tracking, counting and allocating spending. Parents might want to give themselves a refresher course (www.practicalmoney skills.com/budgeting) if they’re not consistent about budgeting their own money. Moving from piggy banks to real banks. Kids can keep a piggy bank around as long it’s effective, but kids need to see how adults handle money. Regular trips to the bank allow children to ask questions about how banks work and why they’re important. Eventually, they’ll be ready for their first savings account. See what account savings options your bank provides for young children. Bottom line: Lost teeth are an educational gold mine for your kid. You and the Tooth Fairy can work together to make each little windfall an important lesson about money.
Nathaniel Sillin directs Visa’s financial education programs. To follow Practical Money Skills on Twitter: www. twitter.com/PracticalMoney.
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The institute said Spots was one of 17 alligator hatchlings recovered by the Louisiana Land and Exploration Company in area swamps in 1986. Some were brought to the Audubon Zoo. Spots was brought to the aquarium when it opened in 1990.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — No more sleeping in. With new backpacks, pens, pencils and clothes, millions of children are back in school. Many are excited, some are anxious — and still waiting for the results of the new tests they took last spring aligned to the Common Core academic standards. Congress returns from its summer vacation after Labor Day and on its agenda is a rewrite to the No Child Left Behind education law that requires the annual academic testing. The House and Senate passed competing versions, and congressional negotiators need to reconcile them. Some things to know as students, parents and teachers embark on a new school year. Enrollment About 50.1 million students will attend public elementary and secondary schools this fall. Enrollment is expected to be slightly higher than a year ago, when 50 million students were enrolled in public schools, according to the Department of Education. An additional 4.9 million students are expected to attend private schools this fall. The National Center for Education Statistics estimates that 3.3 million students will graduate from high schools, public and
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By Leroy Martin Less than a year after the “Perfect Storm” election of 1952, newly re-elected Assessor Max Rizan died and Governor Bob Kennon appointed Hubert P. Robichaux Acting Assessor and called an election for the full term. Qualifying were Robichaux, Irby Dugas and Roy Dupuy. The election was a rematch for the “Old Regulars” supporting Dugas, the “All Parish” supporting Robichaux and one independent running for the office. I was involved. Dr. John Gravois, Dick Guidry and Dave Robichaux informed me that appointee Robichaux had promised to let them pick his Chief Deputy and they offered it to me. They had been instrumental in getting him the appointment. Many years before, returning from school I met Dave Robichaux talking to my Dad. Dad handed me a paper and said “Son, explain this to me.” “Dad,” I said, “This is an oil lease. You’ll get $100 bucks if you sign and oil royalties should they find some. It’s OK to sign it.” Mr. Robichaux appreciated that and asked me to accompany him soliciting leases from my relatives and neighbors. I did and got $10 and his appreciation. Dave, Dick and Doc were now offering me a job I wasn’t sure I wanted or could get. But I organized my band and joined the campaign. The embers of the last election were still glowing but only three candidates were seeking one office and not hundreds seeking twenty. The rallies, stump speeches, signs, newspaper and radio ads followed the mode. Supporters from the last election were still loyal and energized but at the rallies the actual candidates seeking the office were nearly forgotten as the
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two political parties revisited the old grudges, differences, arguments and feuds that had divided them for years. The first primary was close and Roy Dupuy was eliminated leaving Robichaux and Dugas in the run off. Dugas was favored to win South Lafourche and the election, but Robichaux surprisingly carried it and went on to win the election by 600 votes. Dr. Gravois gave me credit and rented a convertible for me to lead the inevitable parade that Sunday from Golden Meadow to Thibodaux. I humbly accepted, after all, who was I to question the good Doctor? This was the last election where Dave Robichaux and Harvey Peltier, Sr. took the stump. They became friends and helped Harvey Peltier, Jr. defeat A.O. Rappelet to serve a long and honorable career as State Senator. A note of irony: I began my political career opposed to Harvey Peltier, Sr. and his political organization but later ended scheduling dozens of private coffees and meetings for him with my friends and relatives in South Lafourche. He swept to victory parishwide, elected member of the State
Board of Education, his last hurrah. In the Assessor’s election I remember my band recording a campaign song I long forgot. The band was preparing when the radio announced that Roy Dupuy had endorsed Irby Dugas in the run off. My guitarist, Luke Charpentier, Jr. said, “We just lost the election, I’m out of here.” I begged him not to, he complied and we resumed. The only significance is that Luke died in his early forties, and many years later widower Hubert Robichaux married his widow Hazel and they lived happily until his death in 1988. Hazel died in 2011. Hubert’s wife “Toosie” had died years before in Houston, a sad story I will soon write about. They had one daughter, Beverly Mallett (Charles) and they had three daughters, Mary Beth, Ann and Jane. Hazel and Luke had one son, Terry. Hubert Robichaux served for 30 years and re-
tired. I succeeded him for 16 years and my son Michael succeeded me for 12 years and died in office in 2014. Mike’s Chief Deputy, Wendy Thibodaux won the office in 2014 and is still serving. After his election, Assessor Robichaux kept the promise to his supporters and appointed me his Chief Deputy. On my initial interview I asked him, “Mr. Robichaux, what does an Assessor do?” As he rolled his eyes, little did I know that I would spend the next 47 years of my life trying to find the answer. I not sure I ever did. BYE NOW!
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That’s also true of candidates for the eight elected seats to the state Board of Elementary and Secondary Education. Those running for state legislative seats, parish and municipal races will qualify with their parish Clerk of Court. Lafourche Parish offices are located at 303 W. Third St. in Thibodaux and in Galliano at 16241 E. Main, Hwy. 308. In Lafourche, the Parish President race looks to be a hot one. Incumbent Charlotte Randolph will seek her fourth term as Parish President. So far, she appears to be challenged by current Lafourche Parish Councilmen Aaron Caillouet and Joe Fertitta, both from Thibodaux, Mathews businessman Jimmy Cantrelle, and Galliano native Harris “Chuckie” Cheramie, a Greater Lafourche Port Commission member. Already announced for the governor’s race are three Republicans: Public Service Commissioner Scott Angelle; Lt. Gov. Jay Dardenne; and U.S. Sen. David Vitter. So far there is one Democrat running, state Rep. John Bel Edwards. Most of the men are expected to show up in the opening hours of the qualifying period. Gov. Bobby Jindal, seeking the GOP presidential nomination, is termlimited and can’t run for re-election. That creates the first wide-open race for the seat in eight years. With Dardenne seeking to move up to the governor’s mansion, that also creates a heated competition for the state’s No. 2 job. One Democrat is announced for that race, Baton Rouge Mayor Kip Holden. The three Republicans are state Sen. Elbert Guillory; former Plaquemines Parish President Billy Nungesser; and Jefferson Parish President John
Young. Incumbents in the other five statewide offices — attorney general, secretary of state, treasurer, insurance commissioner and agriculture commissioner — have all drawn announced opponents, though few have well-financed challengers. The attorney general’s race is expected to be a tight contest with Republican incumbent Buddy Caldwell facing a challenge from former GOP Congressman Jeff Landry. Also in the race is Port Allen attorney Marty Maley, another Republican As always, questions remain about whether any surprise, last-minute candidates will jump unexpectedly into one of the statewide races. The Gubernatorial Primary Election will be held on Saturday, Oct. 24th, and the General Election will be held on Saturday, Nov. 21st. The last day to register to vote is Sept. 23. Early voting begins October 10 and runs through Oct. 17.
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Danos, who pled not guilty at his formal arraignment, has a pending pretrial conference date set for November 10, 2015 before Judge LeBlanc. In the event that the defendant posts bond, the court also imposed a stay-away order in favor of the victim.
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All five projects in Lafourche’s multi-year plan focus on engineering and permitting, with the hopes of funneling future money to construction. Each one is consistent with the state’s coastal master plan and have been planned for years. Kerry St. Pé, former director of Barataria-Terrebonne National Estuary Program and member of the parish’s Coastal Zone Management Committee, said the overall sediment pipeline project has been discussed since the mid1990s, and he has been a longtime fan of the concept. “I view the pipeline sediment-delivery system as being a potential savior for the coastal situation in Louisiana,” he said. The entire pipeline is expected to cost about $66.1 million, officials have said. The pipeline aims to spread sediment where needed to restore marshes that buffer inland communities from storms. Compared to a water diversion
project, officials say, such pipelines pose minimal disruption to fisheries and little flooding risk. They also create land relatively quickly, St. Pé, said. “Diversions alone take a long time to build land, and this is a way to build land very quickly, which is what we need,” he said. “We need land out there. We need land between us and these ridges where we live.” Chaisson said the order in which the multi-year plan’s five projects are completed depends partially other agencies, including Jefferson Parish and how quickly it moves on its end of the pipeline. “We haven’t really figured out how we’re going to prioritize these yet,” he said.
much wrong about this,” said MIT meteorology professor Kerry Emanuel, who also specializes in hurricane research. “That paper is not backed by a lot of evidence.” Emanuel doesn’t believe in the cycle cited by the researchers or the connection to ocean temperature and salinity. He thinks the quiet period of hurricanes of the 1970s and 1980s is connected to sulfur pollution and the busy period that followed is a result of the cleaning of the air. And Jim Kossin of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said cooler water tempera-
tures earlier this year might be due to Atlantic dust, and August temperatures there have risen. Another NOAA scientist, Gabriel Vecchi, said while there seems to be signs of a change in the circulation of the Atlantic, it’s far too early to say that the shift has happened. “So what happens in the next few years is going to be very exciting to watch as it may help settle or at least refine some intense scientific debates,” Vecchi said in an email. ___ Online: Nature Geoscience: http://www.nature.com/ngeo Seth Borenstein can be followed at http://twitter.com/borenbears
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The busy cycle that just ended was one of the shorter ones, perhaps because it was so strong that it ran out of energy, said study lead author Phil Klotzbach. Klotzbach said since about 2012 there’s been more localized cooling in the key area and less salt, suggesting a new, quieter period. But Klotzbach said it is too soon to be certain that one has begun. “We’re just asking the question,” he said. But he said he thinks the answer is yes. He says the busy cycle started around 1995 and probably ended in 2012; in 2005 alone, Katrina, Rita and Wilma killed more than 1,500 people and caused billions of dollars of damage. The quiet cycle before that went from about 1970 to 1994 and before that it was busy from 1926 until 1969, he said. Klotzbach doesn’t take into account where a storm hits, but how strong storms are and how long they last regardless of whether they make landfall. So even though no major hurricane hit the United States in 2010, its overall activity was more than 60 percent higher than normal. And just because it’s a quiet season doesn’t mean a city can’t be devastated, Klotzbach said. Hurricane Andrew hit South Florida in an otherwise quiet 1992 season as a top-of-the-scale storm. Other scientists either reject the study outright or call it premature. “I think they’re pretty
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often in that late-game surge to pummel the Bonnabel front seven. The coach said he was especially proud of Cheramie, who overcame his turnover-filled start to get the game-winning touchdown on a long scramble. “He’s coming along,” Skains said. “He had a rough start to the game, but he made some really big plays for us. He has good composure. He doesn’t get to up or too down. He stayed calm for us and battled back when we needed him.” The Tarpons will host Carver Friday at 7 p.m. in Galliano. ___
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Bonnabel just doesn’t have any luck against South Lafourche when it comes to football. In a game that was sentimental to historians of the local program – a rematch of the 1977 State Championship game, the Bruins dominated early and soared to an early 20-0 lead over the Tarpons on Friday night. But in almost a total repeat of that classic game from the past, the Tarpons fought back from the early hole and trailed just 33-30 with a few minutes to play. Also similar was the finish, which saw the Tarpons score a dramatic touchdown in the final minute for another win over the snake-bitten Bruins. Friday’s game between the Tarpons and Bruins was a thriller and an early nominee for the game of the year in local prep football. It was a back and forth thriller that had fans on the edges of their seats throughout the second half. But it was drama that ended on a sweet note for the Tarpons after Jaydon Cheramie’s touchdown with a minute to play secured a 37-33 victory for South Lafourche, who improves to 1-0 on the young season with the comeback win. “What a game,” South Lafourche coach Dennis Skains said. “It was a little more exciting than we wanted it to be. We made a ton of mistakes, and we have to get a lot better to be the team that we want to be. But I think it says a lot about our team that we were able to keep our composure and come back after digging ourselves into an early hole.” It wasn’t pretty early for the Tarpons. South Lafourche turned over the ball four times in the first half, throwing three interceptions and losing a fumble. The Tarpons also had a series end on downs and were flagged for several untimely penalties that both halted drives and stopped momentum. Bonnabel took advantage of the mishaps and went up 20-0 early – a virtual repeat of the Tarpons’ 28-0 loss in the jamboree. But then the tides turned. In the middle of the second quarter, South
Lafourche found its stride. The Tarpons found the end zone on a run by Corbin Allen with one second left in the first half to cut the lead to 20-8. In the second half, Bonnabel stayed in control early, using two, one-play scoring drives to lead 33-14 late in the third quarter. But from there, the Tarpons dominated the rest of game. South Lafourche had four drives in the final 14 minutes, gutting the Bruins on the ground to score the three touchdowns to come back and win the game. Skains said his offensive line took control of the game late to secure the turnaround win. He said that unit is in great shape, and can batter several foes this season. The Tarpons handed the ball to Allen and Daniel Griffin early and
Trojans move to 1-0 with win over Patterson
It’s still early in the season, yes. But Anfernee Poindexter and the Central Lafourche defense sure look like they are becoming a dominant force. Just seven days after intercepting a pass and running it back for a touchdown in the Trojans jamboree win over Brusly, Poindexter struck again on Friday night against Patterson.
Elson Trahan of Cut Off has been carving for 37 years. He enjoys all styles of carving and prefers to focus on Mallards, Pintails and Widgeons. One of his proudest carving moments was when he first won Best of Show at the Catahoula Lake Festival in 1979. He has only been carving for a year or so before claiming his first grand prize. Another big moment was when he was invited to be an exhibitor at the 1984 World’s Fair held in New Orleans. Elson is part of the Cajun Heritage Club and meets with other carvers to share information, give and receive advice on their works of art and to promote Cajun heritage.
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final margin. “I can’t talk about any names on our defense,” Menard said. “I’d have to list all of them. We’re giving a total team effort right now. Those kids are doing a great job, and they’re leading the way for us.” The Trojans will stay home in week 2 and host Vandebilt Catholic.
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“I enjoy being with other carvers because they are such a unique and wonderful group of people. We enjoy friendship and also share information with each other about carving. Elson urges others to try out carving in order to keep the age old tradition alive. “It’s a very relaxing hobby that just about anyone, from young to old, can do,” he said.
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game. The Trojans led 12-7 deep into the game, using a total-team effort to bother the Patterson offense. The Lumberjacks took the lead with five minutes to go, but it lasted just one play before Poindexter’s return. Poindexter scored again with a few minutes left to push the game to its
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Patterson scored a touchdown with just more than 5 minutes to play in Friday night’s game to push ahead 13-12. But at a time when the Trojans could have easily crumbled, they answered back with a bang. Poindexter took the ensuing kickoff and knifed through the defense 81 yards for a touchdown to take back control of the game. After a defensive stop, the Trojans scored again and earned a 24-13 win over the Lumberjacks, who entered the game as the No. 5 team in Class 3A. “Anfernee isn’t a hidden gem anymore – the opponents know that he’s out there now,” Central Lafourche coach Keith Menard said. “He made a game-changing play in the jamboree and he struck again. What a kid, too. He’s humble. He gives all of the credit to the team and to his teammates. He’s special, and we’re happy to have him.” The Trojans defense isn’t shabby, either. Facing a powerful spread offense, the Trojans’ defense dominated the
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NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The New Orleans Saints will start four players on offense in 2015 who were part of the club’s storybook 2006 season. Yep, the year when the franchise bucked its longheld reputation for bumbling ineptitude and summoned a morale-boosting playoff run for a region needing a lift. Quarterback Drew Brees, right guard Jahri Evans, receiver Marques Colston and right tackle Zach Strief were part of the team’s only Super Bowl title (2009-10) and a 2011 Saints offense that owns the NFL record for most yards in a season (7,474). But now they are elder statesmen on a largely overhauled club that has
missed the playoffs two of the past three seasons, including 2014, when they went 7-9. “I don’t want to leave and look back and say, ‘Well, we were good for a little bit and then it kind of went back,� said Zach Strief, a rookie in 2006, the first season after Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans. “I really had a sense of responsibility of leaving it in a better place than I found it here, and I think a lot of guys do, in wanting to carry on kind of the traditions that have kind of been built, and the level of respect that has been built here. We don’t want to let that go.� Yet the current edition of the Saints has the look of a club precariously close to
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losing its grip. Coach Sean Payton and general manager Mickey Loomis traded away two of the club’s most productive receivers — star tight end Jimmy Graham and receiver Kenny Stills — in the offseason while also sacking New Orleans’ 2014 sack leader, Junior Galette. The Saints sent a number of other veterans packing, too. Some of the moves represented a reallocation of resources to address weaknesses; others were meant to improve team chemistry and leadership. Payton has also espoused a new mantra meant to remind his players that resting on a reputation of past success won’t be tolerated. “You have to feel comfortable feeling uncomfortable,� Brees said, echoing the club’s new catch phrase. “It is that idea that there is always something to prove. You have never arrived and you are always fighting for your job and you are always fighting to get better.� Even with many questions surrounding the Saints, they could return to the playoffs if only because they’re in the NFC South, a division in which no team had a winning record last season. Here are some key story lines heading into the Saints’ 2015 season: HEALTHY BREES: Last season, Brees tied for the NFL lead in yards passing despite a nagging oblique injury that forced him to adjust his mechanics. The 36-year-old Brees says he’s happier with his throwing motion now and has looked sharp on passes short and deep this preseason. The key is how he adapts to the departure of Graham, his most reliable red-zone target the past four seasons. DEFENSIVE UNCERTAINTY: In addition to cutting Galette, the Saints also released starting middle linebacker Curtis Lofton. Rookie linebacker Stephone Anthony, selected with a first-round draft pick ac-
quired in the Graham deal, will be a regular, if not a starter. Same for rookie outside linebacker Hau’oli Kikaha, a second-rounder. Other newcomers include cornerback Brandon Browner and defensive tackle Kevin Williams. MAX PERFORMANCE: Center Max Unger also was part of the Graham trade. The Saints expect him to be a strong presence who’ll keep offensive linemen in synch while providing better lanes for running backs and better protection for Brees. “He’s been super consistent for us all camp. He plays with a lot of confidence,� Strief said. “He’s a natural leader.� BREAUXMANCE: The Saints appear to have found help they needed in the secondary in New Orleans-native Delvin Breaux — a feel-good story because of how he’s made it to the NFL from the CFL after his college career (he’d committed to LSU) was wiped out by a broken neck in high school. “Great coverage skills,� said assistant head coach Joe Vitt, who is part of the defensive staff. “He is a real pleasant surprise.� UNPROVEN KICKER: Zach Hocker, a former Arkansas kicker with no NFL regular-season experience, won the place-kicking job after going 4 for 5 on preseason field goal attempts, including 2 of 3 from beyond 50 yards. ___ AP NFL website: www.pro32.ap.org and www.twitter.com/AP_NFL Follow Brett Martel on Twitter at www.twitter.com/brettmartel
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COASTAL CURRENTS Alan Matherne Marine Extension Agent Louisiana Sea Grant / LSU AgCenter
Hunting season is here
Well, it’s that time of the year again. As we approach the fall, many of us begin to think of outdoor activities such as football and ‌ hunting. That’s right! September marks the beginning of Louisiana’s 2015-2016 hunting season. To help in planning your days afield, we’ve put together the following summary of this year’s upcoming hunting seasons. Waterfowl and migratory game birds This year’s hunting season began on Sept. 5 with the opening of the first split for doves. This split runs through Sept. 13 in the South Zone and Sept. 27 in the North Zone. Dove season continues as follows, South: Oct. 10 – Dec. 1 and Dec. 19 – Jan. 15; North: Oct. 10 – Nov. 8 and Dec. 10 – Jan. 15. The bag limit for doves is 15. Teal, rail, and gallinule hunting begins on Sept. 12th and continues through the 27th (rail and gallinule have a second split from Nov. 7 – Dec. 30); bag limits
are: teal - 6, king and clapper rails - 15, sora and virginia rails - 25, and gallinules - 15. The taking of ducks, coots, and mergansers begins on Nov. 7 in the Coastal, Nov. 14 in West, and Nov. 21 in the East Zone and continues through various splits in those zones. Various goose seasons begin with a Nov. 7 opening in some zones. Also, there are special seasons for youth waterfowl hunting and for falconry hunting. Consult the migratory game birds hunting seasons brochure for details. Woodcock season runs from Dec. 18 through Jan. 31 with a bag limit of 3. The snipe season in all zones is Nov. 2 – Dec. 6 and Dec. 19 – Feb. 28. The bag limit is 8. Rabbit, squirrel, and quail Rabbit and squirrel hunting begins on Oct. 3 and continues through Feb. 29. The spring squirrel season is May 7-29. Note that some areas are closed for the spring season; check the Louisiana Hunting Regulations pamphlet for details. See Hunting Page 12-A
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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. _________________
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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. _________________
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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. _________________
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Apt. For Rent: 1 br, in Central Lafourche area, $300/mth. plus utilities. Call 985-5379259. _________________
Apt. For Rent in Lockport: 1 br, 1 ba. $800/mth, brand new inside. Appl. included. Call 985-859-8341. _________________ 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. _________________ 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: 2BR, 1ba., laundry room with washer and dryer. $1000/mo (utilities included) and $800/dep. Located in Cut off. Call 985-2780122 for more details. _________________ Apt. For Rent: 1 br, Valentine area on bayouside, $550/mth, $550/dep. Call 985278-1145 or 985-6914213, if no answer leave message. _________________ 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. _________________ 2 BR, 1BA, House For Rent: Located at 224 E. 36th St. (brown house). Has wood floors, central ac/heat, no smoking, no pets. $850/mth, $850/dep. Partly furn. Call 985691-3052. _________________ 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. _________________ Apt. For Rent in Gheens. FMI call 985-532-6755. _________________ Golden Meadow, Camper Trailer For Rent: Maximum 2 people, $450/mth, utilities pd. No deposit. Call 985-464-5001. _________________
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 985-6326188. _________________ 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: 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 985856-0017 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. _________________ House For Rent: 2 br, 1 ba, partially furn., Larose area, $600/mth, $600/damage dep. Call, leave a clear message at 985-632-6549 or cell 985-665-0936. _________________ 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 _________________
1966 Ford Thunderbird Coupe For Sale Complete 390HP, 4 Barrel engine
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Commercial Bldg. For Rent: 13301 W. Main, Larose. 1200 sq. ft., Call 985-6914215 or 985-258-1283 for details. _________________
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Power Wheelchair For Sale, needs battery. Almost brand new, hardly used. Asking $2000, originally pd. $6400. Call 985-632-6619. _________________ Fresh Okra for Sale: 985-665-7108 or 6937579. _________________ For Sale: 4 Michelin Defender tires and rims, 36,000 miles, 215/60-R16 and 4 Toyota hubcaps. Asking $175 for all. Please call 985-6911866. _________________
GARAGE SALES
Garage Sale: 185 & 169th E. 74th Place, Sept. 10, 11 & 12. Summer clearance sale-cheap up to 80% off selected items. Weather permitting, 8 am to 5 pm. _________________ 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. _________________ Yard Sale: Saturday, Sept. 12 from 8am 2pm at 103 Pasture Rd. in Larose (private street before Buchannan & Chester Lee Subdivisions). Lots of kids clothes and toys, lots of very nice small / medium ladies clothes from Dillards & JC Penney, Ladies shoes and purses, home decor, household items, lots of misc. items. No early birds, please. Cancelled if raining. _________________ Garage Sale: Thurs. & Fri., Sept. 10 and 11 from 9 - 3. 170 W. 35th St. in Larose. Plenty of clothes, all sizes, plenty of womens plus sizes, bedding, kitchen items, DVDs, home decor, knick-knacks, (3) TVs, (1) 32” LCD TV, twin sleigh bed ($60), refrigerator ($225), 3 brand new tires and rims - Bridgestone All Terrain P-265-18 (asking $650). _________________ Garage Sale: Sat., Sept. 12 from 7am 2pm at 812 W. 11th St. Some baby items and clothes, adult clothes, a few prom dresses, other odds and ends and large items like a new Jacuzzi tub, sewing machine and furniture. _________________
Yard / Inside Moving Sale: Thursday, Sept. 10 at 17926 W. 167th St. 8am til. Clothes, Saints memorabilia, craft supplies, some furniture, beautician supplies, knickknacks, etc. Early birds welcomed. _________________ Garage Sale: Wed. and Thurs., Sept. 9 and 10. 154 W. 17th St. in Larose (Post Office street). Wed. noon til 4pm and Thurs. 8am - 3pm. _________________ Multi-family Garage Sale: Thurs. & Fri., Sept. 10 & 11. 7:30 til. 214 Industrial Park Rd., Larose. _________________
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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. _________________ 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. _________________ What’s Brewing is in need of Part Time Kitchen Help. Apply in person. No phone calls please! _________________ Qualified mental retardation professional: Special Ed. District No. 1 (The Center) is seeking a responsible, energetic, self-motivated individual to work as a Qualified Mental Retardation Professional. Successful candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in a Human Services Field, pass a criminal background check, physical, agility / ability test and drug screening. Interested parties should call The Center at 985-632-5671 for an appointment. Applications must be accompanied by a resume. Applications and resumes will be accepted from September 8, 2015 through September 25, 2015; hours 8:00am - 2:00pm. _________________ 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. _________________ Part Time Help Wanted: Waiter/waitress, cooks, on call delivery drivers. Apply in person at Bayouland Pizza at 13932 W. Main or call Louis at 985-2789972. _________________ Experienced cleaning ladies with references needed for work in Cut Off / Golden Meadow area needed. Must have positive attitude. Please call 985-691-1866
Lafourche Arc is looking for energetic, compassionate individuals to work flexible hrs. and days w / individuals w / disabilities who live in the lower Lafourche area. Assistance with transportation, personal hygiene & household tasks is needed. Agency will train. High school diploma, GED or 5 yrs paid related exp. required. Scheduling flexibility required. FMI contact Meka Williams at 985447-6214 ext. 120 or Gina Gaudet at ext. 115. Applications may be completed at Lafourche Arc, 100 W. Main St., Thibodaux. EOE, M/F/V/H. _________________ Southern Guard Service, Inc. is now accepting applications for Security Guard positions. Apply at 109 W. 12th St., Larose. Call 985-6934316. _________________ Coastal Janitorial Services Now Hiring Positions. 5 days a week. Call 632-5791. _________________ Tower Loan of Cut Off: Positions available – Cashier & Manager Trainees. Call 985-632-7300 for appt. or fax resume to 985-632-7305. _________________
SERVICES
Openings available for child care in the Golden Meadow area: Accepting all ages, after school care available. Hours 7am - 5:30 pm. 6325789. _________________
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Baby Sitter: Opening for 2 children ages infant to school age. Call 985-696-2901, ask for Lee. _________________ 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 _________________ Curry’s Painting Service New construction, remodels, interior-exterior, pressure washing, shingle roofing, new & repair. Exp. Call 985-258-0465 or 985-258-6414. _________________ Quality Roofing By Kernny Comardelle Metal roofing, small jobs & repairs. Call 985-696-7912, leave message. _________________ Curry’s Tree Service Tree cutting & trimming, any size, reasonable rates, free estimates, licensed. Call 985-258-0465. _________________ Kerry Chiasson Carpentry For all your carpentry needs. Call 985-6376279. _________________ Guitar Lessons Accepting all ages & levels, 1 hr. private lessons, give your children the gift of music or learn to play your favorite songs. Graduate of M.I., ref. available. Call Josh at 985-258-2053. _________________ We Do Redo Remodeling, Inc. Total Renovation & Add Ons! Kitchen & bathroom remodel, tile, vinyl siding, decking, etc, plumbing & electric wiring. Call Marvin Thibodaux, Sr. at 985-291-0953. _________________
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The Daily Comet has openings in Lafourche Parish for newspaper route carriers!!! Routes are a good second income for stay at home moms / dads, retirees or anyone else with a few hours of extra time daily. Reliable transportation and a pleasant attitude for dealing with the public.
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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.
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www.thelafourchegazette.com Road Runner Detailing An on-site detailing company. We come running to you! Basic: $30-wash, vacuum, wipe dash, & clean windows; Deluxe: $50-wash, vacuum, wipe dash, door jams, & detail tires & rims; Supreme: $80-wash, vacuum, clean windows, door jams, detail inside & out, wax & buff. Contact: Lionel Jackson at 985-8557451. Or email: lionel_24@ymail.com. _________________ Babysitting Done In My Home, Mon. thru Fri. FMI call Jill at 985278-1210. _________________ Dog Grooming at Pitre’s Feed & Seed. Call JoAnn Pitre at 696-2321. _________________ Doug’s Pressure Washing & Painting Insured Commercial & Residential. Douglas A Plaisance, Owner / Operator. 985-637-8633 _________________ Concrete Work Forming, pouring & finishing – houses, buildings, driveways, patios, walkways, etc. Call Glenn Hughes, Jr at 985-209-5552. _________________ J & P’s Tree Service & Sawmill, LLC 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. _________________ Can Do Brick, Block & Stone Work. Call for free estimates. Keith Thayer at 985-637-3569. _________________ Earl’s Yard & Pressure Washing Service., Earl P. Duet, owner. Call 985-6917570. _________________
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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 _________________
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NOTICES
POSTED: No Trespassing, Hunting, Trapping or Fishing on all properties owned by Louisiana Delta Farms - I.P. Farm’s, Inc. in Lafourche Parish. Violators will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. _________________ Using The Lafourche Gazette’s dumpster located near the East Side Food Store building across from the office is not allowed! Violators will be prosecuted. 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. Business Name: Rock’n Gator, LLC. /s/ Thomas L. Barrios, Sr., owner. _________________
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 _________________________
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OBITUARIES
GERTIE GENTRY Gertie Pierce Gentry, 86, a native of Cut Off and a resident of Larose, passed away on Tuesday, September 5, 2015.Visitation was held from 10 a.m. until service time on Tuesday at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. A funeral mass was held at 12 p.m. on Tuesday at Holy Rosary with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her daughters, Patricia A. Guidry (Dale), Jeanie A. Armand (Kenneth), and Joanette A. Terrebonne (Peter); sister, Bessie P. Dufrene; grandchildren, Gary Guidry (Sandy), Kelly M. Cheramie (Chuckie), Greg Guidry (Traci), Kristy M. Blanchard (Rod), and Dr. James Terrebonne; great-grandchildren, Katie C. Boudreaux (Brett), Kathleen Guidry, Dylan Blanchard, Alanie Cheramie, Landon Guidry, Conner Guidry, Lynn Cheramie, Logan Guidry, and Mia Blanchard; and great-great grandchild on the way, Grayson Boudreaux. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Basil Gentry; parents, Syrus and Elucia T. Pierce; brothers, Tom, Nessie, and Milton Pierce; and sister, Bernice P. Lerille. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ___________________
KRISTEN LAFORT Kristen C. Lafort, 32, a native of Galliano and resident of Cut Off passed away on Friday, September 4, 2015. Visitation was held at SamartMothe Funeral Home in Cut Off on Tuesday, September 8, from 9:00 a.m. until funeral time. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. with a private burial at a later date. She is survived by her husband, Todd J. Lafort; father, David J. Cantrelle and wife Ellen; mother, Kendra A. Cheramie and husband Bernard Tre Miles, III; sons, Trey A. Lafort, Carson J. Lafort; daughter, Morgan N. Lafort; brothers, Colby Cantrelle and wife Regina, Casey Wright, David â&#x20AC;&#x153;D.J.â&#x20AC;? Cantrelle, Jr. and wife Britney, Kevin Wright, Cayman Wright and wife Morgan; sisters, Colleen Wright, Chole Cantrelle, Alex Callais, Rhiannon Callais. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. ___________________
DR. WARREN FISCHER Dr. Warren L. Fischer, 92, a native of New Orleans and resident of Galliano passed away on Thursday, September 3, 2015. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Joseph Catholic Church on Thursday, September 5, at 11:00 a.m. with burial to follow in the church cemetery. He is survived by his sons, Myron Fischer and wife Darlene, Warren L. Fischer, Jr. and wife Anastasia; daughters, Shirley Marie Fischer Zielger and husband James, Julie Fischer, Mary Fischer Pitre and husband Carol; brother, Eugene Fischer, Jr. and 7 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Guidroz Fischer; parents, Eugene, Sr. and Vivian Fischer; brother, Dr. John A. Fischer; grandchildren, Derrick Plaisance and Brandon Eymard. He was a Board Certified Optometrist from 1948 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1985. He was a Captain in the Army Air Corp and flew 19 missions over Germany. He was a member of The Greatest Generation fighting for freedom. He was a member of the Lionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Club, Knights of Columbus, Library Board and Cursillo. He was a Eucharist Minister and was instrumental in local Bowling Leagues in the 50s and 60s. He was an avid fisherman and hunter who served on many fishing club boards. Falgout Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. ___________________
MARY HEBERT Mary â&#x20AC;&#x153;Gee Geeâ&#x20AC;? Duet Hebert, 80, a native and resident of Cut Off passed away September 5, 2015. Visitation was held on Tuesday Sept. 8 at Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off from 5:00 p.m. till 9:00 p.m. and on Wednesday, September 9 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Cut Off from 10:00 a.m. till service time. Funeral Mass will begin at 12 noon with burial in Cheramie Cemetery. Mrs. Mary is survived by her children, Sherry Gisclair (Craig), Sheral Terrebonne (Daniel), Pamela Pitre (Michael â&#x20AC;&#x153;Scatâ&#x20AC;?), Leo Thomas Hebert (Stacy) Troy Hebert, and Eric Hebert (Beulah Faye â&#x20AC;&#x153;Booâ&#x20AC;?); grandchildren, Dannette Duet (Jonathan) Cy Terrebonne (Adrienne), Cyd Martin (Brisk), Colby Pitre (Ashley), Trace Thomas Hebert, and Hillary Alle-
mand; great grandchildren, Austin Duet, Halle Terrebonne, Hayden Martin, Parker Duet, Hannah Martin, Ryan Terrebonne, and baby Pitre on the way; brothers, Raymond Duet and Eddie Duet and sisters, Carol Rousse, Eloise Melancon, and Loverda Duet. Mrs. Hebert was preceded in death by her husband, Alcide â&#x20AC;&#x153;TCidâ&#x20AC;? Anthony Hebert; grandchildren, Brandin Michael and Brent Colby Pitre; parents, Leo Thomas
Duet and Noiscia Toups Duet; brother, Noles Duet and Livingston â&#x20AC;&#x153;Frogâ&#x20AC;? Duet, and sisters Genevieve â&#x20AC;&#x153;Janâ&#x20AC;? Boudoin and Wilma Duet. Mrs. Mary enjoyed crocheting, knitting, cooking and spending time with her family especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Samart-Mothe Funeral Homes of Cut Off entrusted with arrangements. ___________________
Houma man arrested for first degree rape of a juvenile The arrest of Rene Joseph Ledet (age 49) of Houma was made on Thursday, September 3. Detectives with the Terrebonne Parish Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office notified detectives in Lafourche Parish after learning that approximately six years prior, Ledet had sexual contact with a victim under the age of 13 years. Following an investigation into the matter, a warrant was obtained for Ledetâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s arrest. On Thursday afternoon, Ledet was arrested in Terrebonne Parish and, eventually, transported to the Lafourche Parish Detention Center. He was booked per the warrant for first degree rape, and he was also booked on two outstanding
Arrest reports
The following information is based on reports from the Lafourche Parish Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office. Those individuals have been booked with, not convicted of, the offenses shown. All accused should be presumed innocent until proved guilty. SEPTEMBER 3, 2015 Lafourche Parish Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office Anika Marie Gambino, 38, Raceland. Contempt of court, violation of probation/parole. Jenny Tabor, 46, Labadieville. Simple burglary-immovable structure (2 cts). James Babin, 60, Houma. Traffic control signals, operating a vehicle while under suspension fir certain prior offenses, expired motor vehicle inspection, DWI 3rd offense, driving on roadway laned for traffic. Tommy Plaisance, 31, Lockport. 2nd degree battery. Jorge Dominguez, Jr., 26, Raceland. Contempt of court. Jeremy Rogers, 35, Gray. Violation of probation/parole, contempt of court, disturbing the peace-offensive, derisive annoying words to another, aggravated criminal damage to property, aggravated second degree battery, poss. or dist. of drug para. Kerry Jones, 53, Thibodaux. Monetary instrument abuse. Rene Ledet, 49, Houma. Contempt of court, first degree rape. Charles Hayes, 19, New Orleans. Possession with intent to dist. marijuana, poss. or dist. of drug para. Girae Porter, 19, New Orleans. Possession with intent to dist. marijuana, poss. or dist. of drug para. Troyvon Tillman, 19, Thibodaux. Contempt of court, domestic abuse battery, enter/remain after being forbidden, theft of goods. Samuel Pertuit, 35, Gheens. Cruelty to juveniles with force/violence. William Regan, III, 18, Cut Off. Simple criminal damage to property. SEPTMBER 4, 2015 Louisiana State Police Miguel Ulces-Galo, 39, Houma. DWI 1st offense, vehicle approaching intersection with inoperable traffic light, driver must be licensed. Thibodaux Police Department Zachary Crochet, 22, Napoleonville. Traffic control signals, DWI 3rd offense. Robert Whitley, 29, Gray. PWITD heroin, pwitd cocaine, pwitd marijuana, poss. of drug para., violation of probation/parole. Robert Whitley, 29, Gray. PWITD
Gheens man arrested for cruelty to a juvenile Wednesday, September 9, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE
Samuel Pertuit, III was arrested on Thursday, September 3 by the Lafourche Parish Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office. On Thursday, investigators responded to a complaint of cruelty to a juvenile. They learned Pertuit (age 35) of Gheens had allegedly struck a child several times with a leather belt. The child had allegedly been struck on the back of the legs around the thigh area, and abrasions and bruising were present. When questioned about the incident, Pertuit admitting to striking the child. He was arrested for a single count
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Samuel Pertuit, III
of cruelty to juveniles and booked into the Lafourche Parish Detention Center. He was released Friday morning after posting $2,500 bond.
Rene Ledet
warrants for contempt of court. His bond has not yet been set. Due to the nature of the allegations and the age of the victim at the time of the alleged incident, no further details will be made available at this time. heroin, pwitd cocaine, pwitd marijuana, poss. of drug para., violation of probation/parole. Dreonta Robertson, 19, Raceland. Aggravated assault with firearm, contempt of court, violation of probation/parole. Lafourche Parish Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office Jyundra Joseph, 24, Raceland. Possession with intent to dist. marijuana, resisting an officer with force or violence. Hailey Landry, 20, Berwick. Aggravated assault. Ciara Hawkins, 28, Larose. Contempt of court. Harbor Police Polly Robertson, 51, Port Allen. Fugitive of East Baton Rouge Police Depart. SEPTEMBER 5, 2015 Lafourche Parish Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office Joel Cortez, 53, Golden Meadow. Contempt of court (5 cts). Jovi Boudreaux, 21, Raceland. Illegal poss. of stolen things, extortion. Ricky Rond, 55, Raceland. Theft of goods, poss. of alcoholic beverages in motor vehicle, DWI 3rd offense (felony), operating a vehicle while under suspension for certain prior offenses. Thibodaux Police Department Michael Williams, 41, Houma. Fugitive of Terrebonne Parish (2 cts), poss. of hydrocodone, proper equip. required on motor vehicle, illegal window tint. Wesley Smith, Jr., 65, Thibodaux. Disturbing the peace-offensive, derisive, annoying, enter/remain after being forbidden-immovable structure. Javonnie Raymond, 28, Raceland. Contempt of court (3 cts), one is a fugitive for TPD). Keal Demere, 28, Golden Meadow. Contempt of court. Joel Cortez, 53, Golden Meadow. Contempt of court (5 cts). Dreonta Robertson, 19, Raceland. Aggravated assault with firearm, contempt of court, violation of probation/parole. Wesley Smith, Jr., 65, Thibodaux. Disturbing the peace-offensive, derisive, annoying words to another, enter/remain after being forbidden-immovable structure. Ricky Rond, 55, Raceland. Theft of goods, poss. of alcoholic beverages in motor vehicle, DWI 3rd offense, operating a vehicle while under suspension for certain prior offenses. Micheal Wiliams, 41, Houma. Fugitive of Terrebonne (2 cts), poss. of hydrocodone, proper equip. required on motor vehicle, illegal window tint.
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Wednesday, September 9, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE
Hunting From 9-A
The bag limit for rabbits and squirrels is 8 (3 squirrels in the spring). Quail season runs from Nov. 21 through Feb. 29 with a bag limit of 10 birds. Deer Assumption, Lafourche, and Terrebonne parishes are in Area 9. Deer hunting here starts with the archery season: Oct. 1-15 (bucksonly) and Oct. 16 – Feb. 15 (either-sex). The primitive firearms season has two splits: Nov. 14-20 (bucks-only) and Jan. 25-31 (either-sex). Modern firearms still hunting (no dogs allowed) has two bucks-only splits of Nov. 21-26 and Nov. 30 – Dec. 11 and an either-sex opening of Nov. 27-29. Deer hunting with or without dogs is allowed from Dec. 14-25, Dec. 28 – Jan. 8, and Jan. 11-24 (bucks-only) and Dec. 1213, Dec. 26-27, and Jan. 910 (either-sex). There are some Area 9 “High Water Benchmark Closure” areas in portions of Iberia, Iberville, St. Martin, and St. Mary Parishes; consult the Louisiana Hunting Regulations pamphlet for details. Deer daily bag limits are 1 antlered and 1 antlerless (when legal); the season limit is 6 and includes 3 antlered or 4 antlerless deer. Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs) and other public lands seasons and regulations vary, consult the Louisiana Hunting Regulations pamphlet for details. The Youth and Honorably Discharged Veterans Season (on private land) in Area 9 is Oct. 31 – Nov. 6. There is also a special Physically Challenged Season (on private land) on Oct. 3-4. This season is restricted to hunters with Physically Challenged Hunter Permits. Other hunting seasons The season for crows, blackbirds, cowbirds, and grackles is Sept. 1 – Jan. 1 with no limit. Nutria may be taken on WMAs and private property from Sept. 1 – Feb. 29 with a daily limit of 5 and on Atchafalaya Delta, Salvador/Timken, Pointe Aux Chenes, and Pass a Loutre WMAs from Sept. 1 – Mar. 31. Raccoons and opossums have no closed season; there are restrictions for night hunting, etc. There
is an experimental year round season for bobcats. See the regulations pamphlet for details on these. Pheasant is open concurrently with the quail season; no limit. Turkey seasons open in Areas A (Mar. 26 – Apr. 24), B (Mar. 26 – Apr. 17), and C (Mar. 26 – Apr. 10) on private lands only. Consult the separate WMA and Federal Lands Schedules for season dates on those areas. Coyotes, armadillos, and feral hogs are considered “outlaw quadrupeds” and may be taken year round during legal daylight shooting hours on private property. In general, on most WMAs and other public lands, outlaw quadrupeds may be taken during open hunting seasons with whatever weapon is legal for that particular season (check the regs for area specifics). On private property, landowners and/or their designated agents may take nutria, beaver, and outlaw quadrupeds at night from the last night of February through the last day of August. Special actions such as notifying the sheriff and LDWF enforcement are required for the night hunting, so be sure to read the regulations carefully. Finally, be sure to consult and study the 20152016 Louisiana Hunting Regulations and the Migratory Game Bird Regulations pamphlets before going hunting. These are available at most places that sell hunting gear and can also be viewed/downloaded online at the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries’ hunting regulations website: wlf.louisiana.gov/ hunting/regulations. There are many rules and regulations associated with hunting and you will want to make sure you are completely legal before heading out. Good luck afield and happy hunting!
Alan Matherne is the Louisiana Sea Grant / LSU AgCenter Marine Extension Agent specializing in Coastal, Fisheries, & Wildlife Outreach for Terrebonne, Lafourche, and Assumption parishes. He can be contacted at 985-873-6495 or amatherne@agcenter.lsu.edu. His articles and blogs are posted at bayoulog.com. You can “Friend” him on Facebook at facebook.com/alan.matherne and follow his “Tweets” on Twitter at twitter.com/amatherne.
Public notice REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS TO LEASE PROPERTY
The Greater Lafourche Port Commission is accepting proposals for a one-year hunting lease of property immediately south of the South Lafourche Leonard Miller Jr. Airport. The site is roughly 266.8 acres. Hunting on the site shall be limited to the use of shotguns and bow and arrows. The minimum proposed rental shall be $8,537.60, equivalent to $32.00 per
Common Core From 9-A
America’s Take on Standardized Tests Many in the country question the idea of rating a teacher based partly on how students perform on standardized tests — something supported and encouraged by the Education Department as part of the No Child Left Behind education law. A recent Gallup Poll found 55 percent of those questioned opposed linking teacher evaluations to their students’ test scores. Among those with children in public schools, opposition was stronger, at 63 percent. More than 40 states are moving forward with plans to evaluate teachers and principals in part on how well their students perform on standardized tests, according to the department. It says other factors, such as student work and parent feedback, should be considered, too. Teachers, unions and others worry there’s too much emphasis on test scores. The survey was funded by Phi Delta Kappa International, an association for educators that supports teachers and educational research. No Child Left Behind Update Congressional negotiators will have to iron out differences between House and Senate bills rewriting the much-criticized and outdated No Child Left Behind education law from 2002. Both bills would maintain the annual testing requirements in reading and math in third grade through eighth grade, and once in high school. But they would allow the states to determine whether and how to use those tests to assess the performance of schools, teachers and students. The bills would bar
SCHOOL BUS OPERATORS NEEDED
PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT LAFOURCHE PARISH SCHOOL DISTRICT WILL CONDUCT THE LOUISIANA SCHOOL BUS OPERATOR PRE-INSERVICE TRAINING FOR SCHOOL BUS OPERATOR CERTIFICATION AS FOLLOWS:
LOCATION:
Central Lafourche High School (Lafourche Parish)
September 14th, 15th, 16th, 21st and 22nd WHEN: TIME: 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. REGISTRATION FEE: $100.00
NOTE:
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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The lessor shall be required to carry general liability insurance with a $1,000,000 combined single limit per occurrence for bodily injury, personal injury, and property damage. A plat of the site can be examined online at www.portfourchon.com under Properties Available. Proposals should include the name, address, phone number, and email address of the bidder and the total annual rental proposed. Proposals shall be hand-delivered to the Commission’s Administration office at 16829 East Main Street, Galliano, LA or mailed in a sealed envelope
the Education Department from mandating or giving states incentives to adopt or maintain specific academic standards, such as Common Core. The biggest differences in the bills are school choice and funding. The House measure would allow federal money to follow low-income children to public schools of their choice; under current law, those dollars remain at the struggling schools. Democrats do not support the idea, and the Obama administration has made clear it won’t back the House bill. The Senate rejected an attempt to add this change to its bill. Sleepy Teens Most teenagers aren’t getting the kind of sleep they need as they begin a new school year. Fewer than 1 in 5 middle and high schools began the day at the recommended 8:30 a.m. start time or later during the 2011-2012 school year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. CDC and Education Department researchers looked at nearly 40,000 public middle and high schools or combined schools, and found that the average start time for school was 8:03 a.m. Fortytwo states reported that 75 percent to 100 percent of the public schools in their states started before 8:30 a.m. Louisiana had the earliest average school start time, 7:40 a.m.; Alaska had the latest, 8:33 a.m. No schools in Hawaii, Mississippi and Wyoming started at 8:30 a.m. or later. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that middle and high schools start the day no earlier than 8:30 a.m., so teenagers get the sleep they need to be healthy and successful in school. ___ Associated Press writer Christine Armario in Los Angeles contributed to this report.
marked “Proposal for Hunting Lease” to P.O. Box 490, Galliano, LA 70354. Proposals are due by Thursday, September 24, 2015 at 2:00 PM at which time proposals will be opened and read aloud at the Administrative Office. The Commission reserves the right to accept, reject, or negotiate individual proposals, and to consider all factors allowed by law. Chett Chiasson, Executive Director Greater Lafourche Port Commission 8/26/15 9/9/15 9/16/15
Public notice REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS TO LEASE PROPERTY
The Greater Lafourche Port Commission is accepting proposals for a one-year hunting lease of property immediately south of the South Lafourche Leonard Miller Jr. Airport. The site is roughly 266.8 acres. Hunting on the site shall be limited to the use of shotguns and bow and arrows. The minimum proposed rental shall be $8,537.60, equivalent to $32.00 per acre. The lessor shall be required to carry general liability insurance with a $1,000,000 combined single limit per occurrence for bodily injury, personal injury, and property damage. A plat of the site can be examined online at www.portfourchon.com under Properties Available. Proposals should include the name, address, phone number, and email address of the bidder and the total annual rental proposed. Proposals shall be hand-delivered to the Commission’s Administration office at 16829 East Main Street, Galliano, LA or mailed in a sealed envelope marked “Proposal for Hunting Lease” to P.O. Box 490, Galliano, LA 70354. Proposals are due by Thursday, October 1, 2015 at 2:00 PM at which time proposals will be opened and read aloud at the Administrative Office. The Commission reserves the right to accept, reject, or negotiate individual proposals, and to consider all factors allowed by law. Chett Chiasson, Executive Director Greater Lafourche Port Commission 9/2/15 9/9/15 91615
Bid notice
SECTION 00 10 00 - ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
Town of Golden Meadow P. O. Box 307 107 Jervis Drive Golden Meadow, LA 70357 Sealed bids will be received by the Town of Golden Meadow (herein referred to as “Owner” for the construction of the project described as follows: Floodwall Improvements, Phase 3 Proposals shall be addressed to the Town of Golden Meadow, and delivered to the Council Meeting Room at Town Hall located at 107 Jervis Drive, Golden Meadow, Louisiana 70357 not later than 10:30 a.m., on September 24, 2015, at which time the bids will be publicly opened and real aloud. Bids must be submitted on the proper bid form. Each bid shall be enclosed in a sealed envelope showing the name, address, and license number of the bidder. Any bid received after the specified time and date will not be considered. The Bidding Documents (including construction drawings and specifications) may be examined at the Owner’s office located at 107 Jervis Drive, Golden Meadow, Louisiana 70357 or at the office of the engineer, J. Wayne Plaisance, Inc., located at 131 East 91st Street, Cut Off, Louisiana 70345. Copies of the bidding documents may be obtained at the engineer’s office located at 131 East 91st Street, Cut Off, Louisiana 70345, upon deposit of
NOTICE
$ 60.00 for each complete set. Plans and specifications will be available until twenty-four (24) hours before the bid opening. In accordance with Louisiana R.S. 38:2212, deposits on the first set of documents furnished to bona fide prime bidders will be fully refunded upon return of the documents no later than ten (10) days after receipt of bids. On other sets of documents furnished to bidders, the deposit ($60.00) less the actual cost of reproduction ($30.00) will be refunded upon return of the documents no later than ten (10) days after receipt of bids. Official Bid Documents are also available at Central Bidding. Electronic Bids are accepted at Central Bidding. Central Bidding can be accessed at www.centralbidding.com. For questions related to the electronic bidding process, please call Central Bidding at 225-8104814. The Owner reserves the right to reject any and all bids for just cause. Such actions shall be in accordance the Louisiana R.S. 38:2214. The Owner requires that each bidder attach to his bid a certified check, cashier’s check, or bid bond equivalent to 5% of the total bid as evidence of good faith of the bidder. Sureties used for obtaining bonds must appear as acceptable on the U.S. Department of the Treasury Circular 570. No bidder may withdraw his bid within forty-five (45) days after the actual date of the opening thereof except as provided by law. The attention of bidders is called particularly to the requirements for conditions of employment to be observed and minimum wage rates to be paid under the Contract, Section 3, Segregated Facilities, Section 109, Executive Order 11246, and all applicable laws and regulations of the Federal government and State of Louisiana and bonding and insurance requirements. Any person with disabilities requiring special accommodations must contact the Town of Golden Meadow no later than seven (7) days prior to the bid opening. A MANDATORY pre-bid conference will be held at 10:00 a.m., September 10, 2015, at the Council Meeting Room at Town Hall located at 107 Jervis Drive, Golden Meadow, Louisiana. All interested bidders are required to have a representative at this meeting. TOWN OF GOLDEN MEADOW Joey Bouziga, Mayor 9/2/15 9/9/15
Public notice REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
The Greater Lafourche Port Commission is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) to any parties interested in leasing or acquiring other rights in property located in Port Fourchon, the South Lafourche Leonard Miller, Jr. Airport, and the South Lafourche Airport Industrial Park. The Commission’s intent is to place its available property into productive use, in accordance with its Master Plan recommendations, in a manner which generates commensurate revenue for the Commission, provides optimum utilization, and generates substantial community benefits. Interested parties may obtain copies of more detailed Requests for Proposals by calling 985-632-6701 or visiting the Commission’s website at www.portfourchon.com. These Requests for Proposals provide updated, detailed maps of property available for proposals and a general overview of the Commission’s lease expectations for its property. Sealed proposals must be received at the Commission Administration Building at 16829 East Main Street in Galliano, Louisiana on or before the last day of the month by 4:30 p.m. CST for consideration at the following month’s regular board meeting. The Commission reserves the right to reject any and all proposals at its discretion. 9/9/15
ELECTION COMMISSIONERS SCHOOL For NEW Applicants
ELECTION PAY: COMMISSIONERS - $200.00 PER ELECTION WORKED
Vernon H. Rodrigue, Clerk of Court and Parish Custodian of voting machines, in and for the parish of Lafourche, will hold a general instruction class for persons wishing to become eligible to serve as election commissioners in Lafourche Parish until December 31, 2016. In accordance with R.S. 18:431, as amended, general instruction classes are open to any interested person who meets the qualifications listed below. In accordance with R.S. 18:425 (B):
1. You must be a registered voter in the ward in which you are seeking to serve. 2. You must be able to vote without assistance. 3. You must not be a candidate for election to public office. 4. You must not have been convicted of an election offense.
Persons attending the general instruction class will be required to pass a written test as required by R.S. 18:431 (A). Upon successfully passing the test, each person will be issued a certificate of instruction and will be placed on the master list of certified commissioners for Lafourche Parish. Persons receiving a certificate of instruction will remain certified until December 31, 2016, unless otherwise disqualified. Interested persons may attend any one of the following classes to be held at the places and times listed below:
Monday, September 14, 2015
South Lafourche High School Cafeteria, Galliano, LA - 5:00 p.m. Central Lafourche High School Cafeteria, Mathews, LA - 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, September 15, 2015
Thibodaux High School Library, Thibodaux, LA - 5:00 p.m.
Please by advised that any person who has attended a commissioners school since July 1, 2012, need not attend.
Please note that these instructions will begin promptly at the times indicated, and you should be present at least 15 minutes before starting time so that an application can be filled out by you. For additional information please call Vernon H. Rodrigue at 985-447-4841 or 1-866-447-4841.
Vernon H. Rodrigue, Clerk of Court and Parish Custodian of Voting Machines, Parish of Lafourche