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Bill aims to cut meeting costs that reach in the thousands annually MELINDA DESLATTE Associated Press

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — State senators are trying to trim the costs of a legislative agency that spends thousands of dollars each W meetings at a year on swanky New Orleans hotel.

The Louisiana State Law Institute, which studies complex legal issues for the Legislature and makes recommended changes, regularly holds meetings of its decision-making council at the Monteleone Hotel in the French Quarter, even though the agency’s office is in Baton Rouge.

Travel, lodging, food and other expenses for seven meetings at the New Orleans hotel within the

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Galliano Permit Office opening rankles councilman

of permits. From Jan. 1 to the end of March, Galliano office opening on Wednesdays.

Lorraine also cited a similar press release the Mathews location issued 123 permits. to the Lafourche Gazette that states the Gal- Thibodaux issued 165 permits in the same The opening of a satellite permit office in period. liano office is open Mondays and Thursdays.

Galliano has Lafourche Parish Councilman “South Lafourche office gave out 93 perDirector Breaux said that although the Daniel Lorraine upset over how many days it Galliano office is now open only on Wednes- mits in the same time, and nobody knows it’s serves residents. days, it will begin two days a week as soon as open yet. So a lot came north to Mathews,” “One day a week … ain’t no way I’m going he said.

Monday. to go along with that,” he said in reference to Lorraine believes that if the Galliano office “This has been a big misunderstanding,” the office’s schedule, which was Wednesdays responded Lorraine. “If we could have sat stays open for two days a week, the numbers from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. down we could have worked it out. Unfortu- will diminish in Mathews.

Although Permit Director Tony Breaux asHe gave an example of how satellite offices nately, that didn’t happen. The Administrasured the full Council at Tuesday’s publict tion’s promise to make the permit department can become full time centers of operation. meeting that the Galliano office will soon more accessible to the people who need it has See Permits Page 4-A change to Mondays and Thursdays, Lorraine V not been kept,” he said.

S MATHEWS • GHEENS • LOCKPORT • VALENTINE • LAROSE was not satisfied.

LorraineMEADOW noted that the Thibodaux office C • GALLIANO • GOLDEN • LEEVILLE • GRAND ISLE Galliano Permit Office Lorraine responded that the press rehas been open for the past two months while leases about the opening of the two offices in 16241 E. Main, Suite B-10 Galliano has not.

Thibodaux and Galliano are confusing, and “If Thibodaux has two days, we (lower (S.L. Library Bldg.) that one day a week in Galliano is unacceptLafourche) want two days. We want equal Open on Tuesdays and Wednesdays able. representation.” One day is not enough,” said He quoted an April 16th article in the Daily 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. the District 9 councilman.

Comet which stated the Thibodaux office Lorraine crunched the numbers from the (985) 632-4666 opening on Mondays and Thursdays, and the first quarter of this year regarding the number Buster Avera Contributing Writer

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LAFOURCHE PARISH COMMUNITY ACTION Advisory Board 5:30 p.m.

Mathews Govt. Complex 4876 Hwy. 1 - Mathews

TOWN OF GOLDEN MEADOW 7:00 p.m.

Golden Meadow Town Hall TUESDAY, MAY 3

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Calendar of Events.........2-A

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Horoscopes...................7-A Lottery.............................2-A Memorials.......................7-A

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

Surfin’ the Net..................2-A Worship Directory...........8-A

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A springtime tradition among the Catholic faithful is the annual celebration of First Holy Communion among the young children of the congregation.

Fr. Roni, of Our Lady of the Rosary Church in Larose, offers Holy Communion to several children receiving the sacrament for the first time at a mass held last weekend.

On Tuesday, May 3, the Terrebonne and Lafourche communities will come together to support and celebrate the great work of 54 local nonprofits during “GiveNOLA Day for the Bayou Region.”

GiveNOLA Day for the Bayou Region is part of GiveNOLA Day, a 24hour online giving event sponsored by the Greater New Orleans Foundation (GNOF) to benefit nonprofit organizations that make our community stronger. With online gifts starting at $10, everyone can be a philanthropist during GiveNOLA Day for the Bayou Region!

The Bayou Community Foundation (BCF), which serves Lafourche and Terrebonne, is coordinating a “Give Bayou” campaign to promote the local nonprofit organizations that are participating in GiveNOLA Day for the Bayou Region and to encourage local residents to make online donations to local Bayou Region nonprofits May 3 at www.GiveNOLA.org.

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Young rescued dolphin swimming free, with frequent checkups JANET McCONNAUGHEY Associated Press

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A young dolphin rescued in October is swimming in Barataria Bay, with a tag that will let biologists keep close tabs on him for the next six weeks.

Biologists worry that the animal, dubbed Octavius, may be too young to survive on his own, state biologist Mandy Tumlin said in an interview.

He was about 6 feet 4 inches long when he stranded. Though biologists think he’s about 3 years old, he could be anywhere from 1 to 7 years old, according to a news release Thursday from the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries.

He appeared to be doing well after his release Thursday afternoon — he swam around a bit to get his bearings, then headed out into an area where fish were jumping, said

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That’s where Octavius has been treated since he stranded on Grand Isle — the island at the mouth of Barataria Bay where he was released.

Tumlin said an agreement with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration requires eyes on Octavius at least three times a week for two weeks, then at least once a week for four weeks.

At first they’ll check as often as the weather allows, Tumlin said.

The tag attached to his dorsal fin has a satellite transmitter that will give his general location and an ultra-high frequency radio transmitter that will let them home in on him, she said.

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This young dolphin, released recently near Grand Isle, will be tagged and monitored for his progress. He is the first dolphin rescued off Louisiana to be released after rehabilitation.

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Calendar of Events News to Use!

Open car show slated for May 7 in Mathews

Swampland Rods and Customs will again host their annual Open Car Show on Saturday, May 7 at the Mathews Government Complex (Old Walmart parking lot), 4876 Hwy. 1.

(Rainout rescheduled date is Saturday, May 21.)

Registration will be from 9 a.m. to noon with awards given at 3 p.m.

Entry is $30 and includes a free car show t-shirt.

Lots of awards to be given along with door prizes, a silent auction, D.J., refreshments, 50/50 raffle and more.

For more information contact Steve Rogers, 985805-3772; Jed Allemand, 985-665-8053; Cody Theriot, 985-227-2885; or Dale Arceneaux, 985-665-1449.

Grand Isle School to hold bake sale May 7

Grand Isle School will host an alumni bake sale to raise money for the alumni dance on May 7 at 10 a.m. at the Cruisin the Beach Car show at the Tarpon Rodeo Pavilion.

Any donations of desserts to be sold to raise money will be appreciated.

Please bring to pavilion or call 985-397-2269 to arrange a pickup.

Cruisin’ the Beach set for May 7 in Grand Isle

The fifth annual car and bike show, Cruising the Beach Grand Isle Style, will be held on Saturday, May 7 at the Grand Isle Tarpon Rodeo pavilion, 4500 Hwy. 1 in Grand Isle.

Registration will be be-

tween noon and 2 p.m. and is $30 and includes a shirt.

Awards will be presented at 5 p.m. A $500 best of show and mayor’s award will be given. There will be music and food.

The event is sponsored by the Grand Isle Rotary Club. FMI call David at 504418-3865.

Donations sought for SLHS 50th anniversary

South Lafourche High School is gearing up for its 50th anniversary and is looking for partners to help make it possible. Various events will be hosted throughout the school year, with the first event planned for July 16.

All donations are greatly appreciated. Donors who give to one of the three sponsor categories ranging from $500 to $1000 will get their name or company listed on the 50th anniversary t-shirts.

Donations are needed

by May 10 and can be dropped off or mailed to South Lafourche High School, Attn: 50th Year Celebration, 16911 East Main St., Cut Off, LA 70345. FMI call SLHS at 985-632-5721 or email arobert@ mylpsd.com.

Handgun course slated for May 14 in Galliano

Eymard Shooting Academy is offering a concealed handgun training course to be held at the range, 14968 Hwy. 3235 in Cut Off, on Saturday, May 14 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Cost is $125 and includes student packet and State Police packet. Advance registration and payment is required. Payments will be accepted at Eymard Guns until the day prior to the course (cash / check only).

This course is a prerequisite for those applying for a concealed handgun permit in Louisiana.

Participants will need to bring a hand gun, 50

rounds of ammunition, eye and ear protection. For more information contact Hugh Eymard or Blair Cheramie at 985-632-4000.

SLHS class of ‘74 to host BBQ this month

The South Lafourche High School Class of ’74 is celebrating their 60th birthday with a BBQ on Saturday, May 21 at Tidelands Country Club, 944 East 94th St. in Galliano (behind SLHS), from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Bring your own drinks, lawn chairs and blankets.

Please reply asap to Mitzie Terrebonne Angelette at slclass74@yahoo.com or on the class Facebook page. If you have any questions, call Donna Marie at 985-6658418.

GM Church to host BBQ fundraiser in May

The Golden Meadow Methodist Church will host its third annual BBQ event on Saturday, May 14Â from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Golden Meadow Park Pavilion off of Hwy 3225/Alex Pleasance Blvd down JV Alario road. Â Dave Vizier and Friends will prepare delicious BBQ dinners (dine-in or carry out) that will include smoked sausage, hot dog, pork grillades, pork-nbeans, coleslaw and bread. Â Soft drinks and homemade desserts will be sold.

Good family fun and activities for children. Ticket are $7 and may be purchased day of event or by calling Anna at 696-2634 or Linda at 691-4838 . Â

Blood Center in critical need of donations

The Blood Center is currently at critical levels for type O-negative blood; while A-negative and B-negative supplies are also at low levels.

Donors can visit the Cut Off location at 115 W. 42nd St., Wed. and Thurs. from 1-7 p.m. or the Raceland location at 4884 Hwy. 1, Mon. and Tues. from 1-7 p.m, Saturday from 9-3 p.m.

Any healthy individual 17 years of age (or 16 with a parental consent) and over 110 lbs. can donate whole blood every 56 days.

Visit TheBloodCenter .org or call 800-86-BLOOD to schedule a donation.

Bring a photo ID and be sure to eat and drink plenty of fluids prior to donating.

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Sheriff Joe is at it again

You may remember Sheriff Joe Arpaio of Arizona, who painted the jail cells pink and made the inmates wear pink prison garb. Well.........Sheriff Joe is at it again!

Oh, there’s much more to know about Sheriff Joe. Maricopa County was spending approx. $18 million dollars a year on stray animals, like cats and dogs.

Sheriff Joe offered to take the department over, and the County Supervisors said okay.

The animal shelters are now all staffed and operated by prisoners. They feed and care for the strays.

Every animal in his care is taken out and walked twice daily. He now has prisoners who are experts in animal nutrition and behavior.

They give great classes for anyone who’d like to adopt an animal. He has literally taken stray dogs off the street, given them to the care of prisoners, and had them place in dog shows.

The best part? His budget for the entire department is now under $3 million.  The prisoners get the benefit of about $0.28 an hour for working, but most would work for free, just to be out of their cells for the day. Most of his budget is for utilities, building maintenance, etc. He pays the prisoners out of the fees collected for adopted animals.

I have long wondered when the rest of the country would take a look at the way he runs the jail system and copy some of his ideas.

He has a huge farm, donated to the county years ago, where inmates can work, and they grow most of their own fresh vegetables and food, doing all the work and harvesting by hand. He has a pretty good sized hog farm, which provides meat and fertilizer. It fertilizes the Christmas tree nursery, where prisoners work, and you can buy a living Christmas tree for $6 - $8 for the holidays and plant it later.   He was re-elected last year with 83% of the vote. Now he’s in trouble with the ACLU again. He painted all his buses and vehicles with a mural that has a special hotline phone number    painted on it, where you can call and report suspected illegal aliens.

Immigrations and Customs Enforcement wasn’t doing enough in his eyes, so he had 40 deputies

trained specifically for enforcing immigration laws, started up his hotline, and bought 4 new buses just for hauling folks back to the border. He’s kind of a ‘GitR-Dun’ kind of Sheriff.

To those of you not familiar with Joe Arpaio. He is the Maricopa Arizona County Sheriff and he keeps getting elected over and over. This is one of the reasons why: Sheriff Joe Arpaio (in Arizona) who created the ‘Tent City Jail’: He has jail meals down to 40 cents a serving and charges the inmates for them.

He stopped smoking and porno magazines in the jail.

Took away their weights.

Cut off all but ‘G’ movies. He started chain gangs so the inmates could do free work on county and city projects. Then he started chain gangs for women so he wouldn’t get sued for discrimination.

He took away cable TV until he found out there was a federal court order that required cable TV for jails, so he hooked up the cable TV again, but only let in the Disney channel and the Weather channel. When asked why the weather channel, he replied, “So they will know how hot it’s gonna be while they are working on my chain gangs.�

He cut off coffee since it has zero nutritional value.

When the inmates complained, he told them, “This isn’t The Ritz Carlton.

If you don’t like it, don’t come back.�   With temperatures being even hotter than usual in Phoenix (116 degrees just set a new record), the Associated Press reports: About 2,000 inmates living in a barbed-wire-surrounded tent encampment at the Maricopa County jail have been given permission to strip down to their government-issued pink boxer shorts. Hundreds of men wearing boxers were either curled up on their bunk beds or chatted in the tents, which reached 138 degrees inside the week before. Many were also swathed in wet, pink towels as sweat collected on their chests and dripped down to their pink socks. “It feels like we are in a furnace,� said James Zanzot, an inmate who has lived in the tents for 1 year. “It’s inhumane.�

Joe Arpaio, the toughguy sheriff who created the tent city and long ago started making his prisoners wear pink and eat bologna sandwiches, is not one bit sympathetic. He said that he told all of the inmates, “It’s 120 degrees in Iraq and our soldiers are living in tents too, and they have to wear full battle gear, but they didn’t commit any crimes, so shut your mouths!�

Way to go, Sheriff!

Maybe if all prisons were like this one there would be a lot less crime and/or repeat offenders.

Criminals should be punished for their crimes - not live in luxury until it’s time for their parole, only to go out and commit another crime so they can get back in to live on taxpayers’ money and enjoy things taxpayers can’t afford to have for themselves.

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Louisiana Legislative News and Briefs

Bill giving teen killers chance at parole advances in Senate

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Under pressure from a Supreme Court ruling, Louisiana senators are advancing a proposal that would give teenagers who have committed homicide a chance at parole after serving 35 years of a life sentence.

In January, the high court extended its 2012 ruling striking down automatic life terms with no chance of parole for crimes committed by people under the age of 18, to include those convicted long ago.

A bill from Sen. Danny Martiny, R-Kenner, aims to make Louisiana law conform with that ruling, allowing those currently serving life sentences for first- or second-degree murder to be eligible for a parole hearing.

Agreeing that Louisiana must comply with the Supreme Court ruling, a Senate judiciary committee signed off on the bill and sent it to the full Senate for debate.

Supporters of the bill said about 300 Louisiana prisoners were sentenced to life without parole as juveniles.

Parole Board members would have the final ruling on whether an offender should be released.

Senate Bill 127: www.legis.la.gov

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Senate seeks to limit eleventh-hour pay hikes from governors

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Louisiana’s state senators are taking aim at lastminute pay raises by exiting governors.

The Senate voted 36-0 Monday for a proposal that would require lawmakers on the joint House and Senate budget committee to sign off on certain state worker pay raises between a gubernatorial election and the governor’s inauguration day.

New Orleans Sen. Wesley Bishop’s bill would cover the raises given to political appointees called “unclassified” employees. It suggests the Civil Service Commission could enact the same provisions for the state’s “classified” workers.

Bishop’s proposal heads to the House for consideration. It’s the second Senate-approved bill seeking to prevent such pay hikes.

Former Gov. Bobby Jindal’s cabinet secretaries gave out millions in raises only days or weeks before they exited office in January.

Senate Bill 57: www.legis.la.gov

Senate passes cursive writing mandate for public schools ___

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — With rallying cries of what it means to be American, Louisiana senators unanimously passed a bill requiring Louisiana’s public schools to teach cursive writing.

The 37-0 Senate vote Wednesday moved the measure to the House for

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Sen. Beth Mizell, a Franklinton Republican, described cursive as the “fancy squiggles” used in signatures while answering questions on her proposal.

Cursive reading and writing must be taught to public school students by the third grade, under the measure.

The bill provoked a number of floor antics, including swapped signatures and Bossier City Republican Sen. Ryan Gatti’s cheered proclamation that the Louisiana Purchase was written in cursive French and American — or actually, English.

Mizell said her proposal ensures Louisiana’s children, who can easily type, are fully educated.

Senate Bill 275: www.legis.la.gov

House votes to ban second-trimester abortion procedure MELINDA DESLATTE Associated Press

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — An effort to prohibit a commonly used secondtrimester abortion procedure received overwhelming support Thursday from lawmakers in the Louisiana House.

The bill by Rep. Mike Johnson, a Republican from Bossier City who is running for Congress, would ban a procedure called dilation and evacuation, known as D&E. The procedure would only be allowed if necessary to prevent “serious health risk” to the mother.

The House voted 83-0 for the bill, which heads next to the Senate for consideration. No one spoke in opposition to the prohibition measure on the House floor, and there was no debate.

More than 20 lawmakers were absent.

Similar laws have been passed in four other states, with anti-abortion groups describing the procedures as “dismemberment abortions.” State courts have blocked the laws in Kansas and Oklahoma.

Johnson described the abortion method as “inhumane and barbaric” and “torturous.”

Opponents say that description isn’t medically accurate. They say the bill would criminalize the safest method of second-trimester abortion, leaving women at risk when they seek an alternative.

D&Es, or surgical abortions, are used in the majority of procedures in the second trimester — or after 13 weeks of pregnancy, according to the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. The organization says such abortions have fewer complications than procedures done with medication in the second trimester.

Under the bill, only the performing physician would be legally responsible and subject to penalties for violations of the ban, which could include loss of license. Violations also would carry a prison sentence of up to two years and a fine up to $1,000 per incident.

In addition, civil damages could be sought by the woman who has the abortion and others.

The House also voted 75-1 Thursday for a separate measure by Rep. Rick Edmonds, R-Baton Rouge, that would prohibit abortions performed because the fetus is determined to have a genetic abnormality.

“For these beautiful children, I ask you to stand with me today,” Edmonds said before lawmakers voted to send the proposal to the Senate.

Louisiana has repeatedly enacted abortion restrictions over the years with broad support across party lines. Earlier this legislative session, the House voted to triple the wait time for a woman to have an abortion to 72 hours. That proposal, too, awaits decision from the Senate.

Under a 2012 law, Louisiana bans all abortion after 20 weeks.

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Lieutenant governor plans statewide tourism promotion tour

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser is launching a statewide tour next week to promote Louisiana’s tourism efforts and to celebrate National Tourism Week.

The Republican lieutenant governor, in office since January, will have multiple stops at visitors’ centers, historic sites and other tourist locations around Louisiana from Monday through Friday.

He’ll begin Monday in Port Allen and wrap up the tour Friday in Lake Charles. Other stops include Lafayette, St. Francisville, New Orleans, Houma, Morgan City, Opelousas, Alexandria, Natchitoches, Ruston, Monroe, Shreveport and Lacassine.

Nungesser will be traveling in a van wrapped in the state’s current tourism marketing campaign and statistics and posting about his travels on Twitter and Facebook.

Tourism was an $11.5 billion industry for the state last year, with Louisiana drawing nearly 29 million visitors in 2015. ___

Museum set to re-open New Orleans’ 1850 House

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A historic home in New Orleans’ French Quarter is set to re-open to the public next week.

The Louisiana State Museum says in a Tuesday news release that the “1850 House” on St. Ann Street will re-open on May 3.

The ribbon-cutting ceremony will include remarks by Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser.

The 1850 House is part of the state’s Lower Pontalba apartment building at Jackson Square. It has been furnished and preserved as an example of mid-19th century middleclass life in the French Quarter.

It’s one of five Louisiana State Museum properties usually open to the public in the Quarter.

However, it had been closed since August for cleaning and repair. ___

Richie Riley named Nicholls State men’s basketball coach

THIBODAUX, La. (AP) — Nicholls State has named Richie Riley as its new men’s basketball coch.

Athletic Director Rob Bernardi said Tuesday that Riley, who spent the past two seasons working under Brad Brownell as an assistant at Clemson, is a tremendous talent who fits the needs of Nicholls State’s program.

As a member of the Tigers’ coaching staff, Riley helped Clemson to 10 ACC wins for just the fifth time in program history.

Riley replaces J.P. Piper, who posted a 132224 record over 12 seasons at Nicholls. The Colonels were 11-23 overall and 612 in Southland Conference play last season. ___

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Police: Foul play suspected in Louisiana teenager’s death

HAHNVILLE, La. (AP) — Sheriff’s deputies in Louisiana suspect foul play in the death of a 16-yearold girl from Kenner, a suburb just west of New Orleans.

St. Charles Parish Maj. Rodney Madere says the body of Jorion White was found Sunday in a drainage ditch in St. Rose, about 7 miles from Kenner.

Madere says a passenger in a passing car spotted the body.

Kenner police say White was last seen Thursday night and her family reported her missing Friday evening.

Coroner Dr. Brian Brogle says his office has not determined the cause of death, and routine toxicology test results are pending.

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“I met with the parish assessor Wendy Thibodaux recently. She said she wanted to open an office in Lockport one day a week.

It has since grown to five days weekly in a short period of time,� said Lorraine.

To parish administrator Don Matherne, Lorraine demanded he be given monthly statistics to include where the permits are needed and where they are submitted.

Parish President Jimmy Cantrelle noted that he has tried to use the same number of personnel parishwide to do permits. “We do not have extra personnel. We are training people now. It takes time to set up three offices,� he said. “It’s a matter of economics. It’s hard to send someone (to Galliano) and get one or two permits daily. It costs the parish more money. We based Thibodaux on 10 permits per day. Galliano doing 1 or 2 permits per day just don’t pay. We understand

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The Galliano office is located inside the South Lafourche Library Building, 16241 East Main, Suite B10, and will be open on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., (985) 632-4666.

Citizens can also obtain permits and information from offices at the main governmental complex in Mathews from Monday thru Thursday and from the Thibodaux satellite permit office located at 2535 Veterans on Mondays and Thursdays from 7:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.

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These 54 participating nonprofits will also get “a little something extra� from the Al Danos, Jr. Memorial Lagniappe Fund.

BCF is now accepting tax-deductible gifts to the Lagniappe Fund honoring the late Lafourche Parish native who personified the giving spirit. Danos was a member of the BCF Board of Directors and a generous supporter of several nonprofit organizations in the Bayou Region with his gifts of time and treasure. “Our dad, Al Danos, was proud to serve our community, and his love for Lafourche and Terrebonne was unwavering. He gave his time, talent and treasure to help local nonprofits, and taught us all how generosity and kindness can move mountains,� says Rene David, Danos’ daughter and a current BCF Board member. “Our family is thankful that BCF chose to name this Lagniappe Fund in his honor, and we are delighted to help spread the word about Give Bayou and encourage our friends and neighbors to help us build this fund with their

gifts. We know Daddy would be so proud to be a part of this exciting effort.�

Gifts of any amount are appreciated and will help the Bayou Region shine on May 3. Visit www.GiveBayou.org to make a donation to the Al Danos, Jr. Memorial Lagniappe Fund or to view the list of participating nonprofits.

BCF and local nonprofits also invite everyone to celebrate giving at the GiveBayou Giving Celebrations hosted by Spahr’s Seafood in downtown Thibodaux and on Tunnel Boulevard in Houma from 4 to 7 p.m. on May 3. Jambalaya dinners will be sold for $10 with all sales benefitting the Give Bayou nonprofits.

For more information visit the GiveBayou page on Facebook or GiveBayou.org.

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Octavius, named after a veterinarian who treated him, is the first dolphin rescued off Louisiana to be released after rehabilitation, said Audubon Nature Institute spokeswoman Katie Smith.

Some died. A deaf dolphin and some rescued too young to have learned how to survive are now living at other facilities, Smith said.

Scientists think Octavius was battered and exhausted by remnants of 2015’s Hurricane Patricia.

The 6½-foot-long male was taken from the island in October as the storm was raging, half the island was flooded and nearby Port Fourchon was being evacuated.

The dolphin’s DNA showed that he’s from Barataria Bay, Tumlin said. She said dolphins are territorial, so he’ll likely stay around there.

Rehabilitators worked hard to keep Octavius

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somewhat wary of humans.

Rather than coming to the side of the tank to feed him, Vasquez said, they stood back out of sight and threw fish overhead. “When we would grab him for medical checkups, he did not like that: ‘People poke me, they take my blood,’� Vasquez said.

Octavius was driven Thursday from New Orleans to Grand Isle, where he was carried in a sling down a kayak ramp. Once the water was deep enough, “we dropped the sling, hugged him to our bodies, walked him out 20 or 30 more yards and let him go,� she said.

She said being able to watch Octavius swim free was “an incredible feeling.

It’s indescribable.�

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“The fiscal note is absolutely in error,� Crawford told senators.

He said the Monteleone — a historic hotel with nightly room rates advertised online ranging from $250 to more than $450 — provides special rates for the law institute council. And he said the law institute spends no more than $157 per day for a hotel, no matter where the meeting is located. “I don’t believe we would save any money by meeting in Baton Rouge.

We would lose our relationship with the Monteleone.

They cut all of our rates,�

Caldwell said.

He suggested participation in council meetings

could drop off if they were moved from New Orleans, and he said meeting rooms at the Capitol weren’t configured well for the council.

Sen. Jay Luneau, DAlexandria, pushed back against suggestions no savings could be found. “We are in a terrible financial position right now, and everyone needs to cut everywhere we can, and every little bit counts,�

Luneau said.

The law institute council has more than 100 members, including lawyers, judges and some lawmakers. The number of attendees for the most recent meetings ranged from 26 to 69, according to the bill’s financial analysis.

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past nine months have cost the state nearly $175,000, according to a financial analysis done for lawmakers. Similar spending has been reported annually.

Sen. Rick Ward, R-Port Allen, wants the law institute council to hold more of its meetings in Baton Rouge, where he says free state Capitol meeting space likely could be provided. Ward’s proposal would mandate that twothirds of the yearly meetings have to be held in Baton Rouge, with the council having to first seek Capitol space before going elsewhere. “We are in such a bad financial situation right now that it’s absolutely imperative we save every penny we can,� Ward said.

A Senate judiciary committee backed Ward’s bill Tuesday without objection, sending it to the full Senate for debate.

If all seven meetings the council held within the current budget year were at the state Capitol, the law institute could have saved at least $11,200, according to a financial analysis of Ward’s bill.

William Crawford, law institute director, disagreed with the savings projections.

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When changing jobs, should you leave 401(k) money behind?

With the average American spending only 4.6 years at any given job, it’s never been more important to have a plan for any retirement funds you’ve accrued at any employer.

A big problem that began during the 2008 recession but continues today involves loans, hardship withdrawals and complete cash-outs of 401(k) plans.

A 2015 Boston College study (http://crr.bc.edu) reported that 1.5 percent of retirement assets “leak out” of 401(k) plans and personal IRAs each year, reducing an individual’s wealth at retirement by about 25 percent.

Meanwhile, a 2014 Fidelity Investments study sounded a particularly urgent alarm about 401(k) cash-outs and workers under the age of 40. The mutual fund giant noted that 35 percent of all participants were simply cashing out their 401(k) assets when leaving a job. However, for workers aged 2039 – indeed, those with the longest savings horizons – that number jumped to 41 percent.

So what should you do? A great deal depends on your age, time to retirement and specific needs.

Start by taking an inventory of your retirement assets. Either alone or with the help of a qualified financial or tax expert, put together an official list of current and former 401(k) plans, personal IRAs or,

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depending on your years of work history, assets from traditional defined benefit retirement plans that were popular more than 20 years ago. Then see where you are.

Make sure you always review retirement options whenever you change a job. If an employer is highly motivated to get you on board, query the company about the retirement savings options that would fit the position you’re interviewing for.

Ask hiring managers in general terms about how well their retirement options have performed and if you would have the option of rolling over your 401(k) assets to that employer. If, for example, your prospective employer has a more generous matching feature than your current employer has, that could create a favorable environment for transferring those assets. If not, you may want to keep your money in your employer’s existing plan or consider a rollover to a personal IRA with the features you’re looking for.

Ask plenty of questions.

Evaluate IRA choices carefully. If you are considering rolling your former employer’s assets into a personal IRA, evaluate your tax situation, both Traditional and Roth IRA options and their performance and fee levels before you arrange for a transfer.

Go for the best-performing investment options that fit your needs and anticipated retirement date.

Employer-based 401(k) plans generally disclose investment choices and investment fees (http://www.dol.gov/ebsa /publications/401k_employee.html).

It may be a good idea to get qualified help to review those documents. Age is important. There’s typically a 10 percent penalty if you withdraw money from a 401(k) or IRA before age 59 ½. But if you lose or leave your job at age 55 or later (or earlier for certain public employees), you can generally take 401(k) withdrawals without penalty.

An IRA rollover requires the account holder to be at least 59 ½ years old before they can take a penalty-free IRA distribution. While keeping your money invested as long as

possible is key to a successful retirement, withdrawal issues are also important to consider based on your age and time to retirement.

Invest on your own. It’s important to do parallel personal retirement planning with any employerbased retirement options available to you. Again, get qualified help to assist you in evaluating the retirement savings and investment decisions you make

on your own and at work.

Bottom line: Frequent job changing can derail anyone’s retirement planning. Whether you roll over a former employer’s retirement assets every time you switch or decide to keep your money in certain plans, get help if you need it.

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Peggy Guidry, President of the Golden Meadow Rotary Club, is shown presenting Halen Savoie (client) and Rose Grabert (director) a $200 check to the Special Education Center.

The Rotary Club is a partner in education with the center and the donation will be used to supplement recreational activities for the clients at the center.

Ochsner St. Anne employees were awarded with Spirit of Leadership awards this month.

Pictured from left to right is Tim Allen, Crystal Risinger, Jamie Huddleston, and Angelique Torres.

Ochsner St. Anne employees win big at Ochsner’s Annual Spirit of Leadership Awards

NEW ORLEANS – It was a night of celebration as Ochsner Health System held its annual Spirit of Leadership awards banquet, Saturday April 16, at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center.

The program acknowledges leaders, physicians, and teams demonstrating outstanding leadership qualities and contributions to their profession, Ochsner and the community. Employees and managers are encouraged to review the list of award categories and to send in nominations.

Out of the many qualified and nominated honorees in more than a dozen categories, all three of Ochsner St. Anne’s finalists walked away with the coveted bronze statue representative of excellence in their respective categories.

“We are thrilled for our Spirit of Leadership recipients, recognized for their hard work and dedication,” said Tim Allen, CEO, Ochsner St. Anne. “Their contributions demonstrate Ochsner St. Anne’s ongoing commitment to providing the highest quality of care available in the Bayou Region.”

The winners below were nominated by their peers for their work in 2015 that truly demonstrates Ochsner’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values: - Crystal Risinger, RN, Nursery – Nurse of the Year - Angelique Torres, Nurse Practitioner Lead,

Animals can’t speak for themselves. It’s our duty to be their voice, especially when they are victims of abuse. REPORT IT! Don’t hesitate to voice your concern to the proper authorities when you suspect or see abuse of any kind.

Contact the sheriff’s nonemergency number at 798-2255 to ask someone to check out suspected abuse or neglect.

Remember … animals depend on us for their safety, comfort and care. Don’t be afraid to speak out!

Internal Medicine – Advanced Practice Provider of the Year - Jamie Huddleston, MD, Senior Physician, Neurology – Physician of the Year This year commemorates the 12th year for acknowledging the Spirit of Leadership awards. Each Spirit of Leadership award recipient receives an Alton Ochsner statue, a certificate for display, and a commemorative photo and biography.

Barbara Hobson is the March winner of a $50 Wal-Mart gift card in the Golden Meadow Rotary Club drawing. Members of the Golden Meadow Senior Citizens group are eligible to win a gift card each month. The Golden Meadow Senior Center is located at 103 Ena Drive (in the Oakridge Park) and is open Monday through Friday at 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. FMI call 4757701.

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Large fenced in yard. 3,000 sq. ft. FMI Call 985691-1355. _________________ Darling Starter Home For Sale- 2 bedroom- 1 bathLAROSE- excellent location-80x80 lot- includes applianceseasy maintenancelow down paymentowner financing available- 985-264-6200 or 985-396-3000. _________________

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

Approx. 3,000 sq ft., $3000/mth, $1000/ dep. Serious inquiries only. Call 985-6657375. _________________

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For Rent: Huge 1 bedroom apt. 10 ft. ceilings; private parking; ALL UTILITIES PAID; $650/mth., $400/ dep. No pets.

Partially furnished.

985-632-2158 or 985533-6212. _________________ House for rent in Cut Off: 3BR, 1ba, All appliances included, washer and dryer. Newly remodeled. $900/mo and $200/dep. Call 985693-4335.  ________________

One Bedroom, One Bath House For Rent: Washer/ dryer/ stove; all utilities and lawn care provided by landlord; Larose area; $750 a month, $750 damage deposit. Call (985) 632-6549 or (985) 665-0939, leave a CLEAR number to call. No texting. _________________ 3 bd., 1 ba. For Rent: $850/mth. Cut Off. 985-637-0073. _________________ Apartments for Rent: Cut Off Area, 2BR, 1ba. $575/mo and $500/dep. No Pets! 985-258-7510. _________________

Unfurnished Apartment For Rent: Two bedroom; 1 bath; Cut Off area. Includes stove, fridge, and water paid. $600/mth., $500 dep. No pets.

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Call 985-632-6845. _________________ Apartment for Rent: Galliano area. 2 bd., 1 ba.; wood floors; washer & dryer hookups; $600/mth., $500/dep. No pets.

985-258-7510. _________________

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MLS 117739: Located on East Main St. in Cut Off, this commercial building was totally renovated in 2013 to include ceramic flooring, full kitchen and a bath and a half. It’s walk in ready. Exterior made of pre-engineered steel and is situated on a concrete slab. Includes all furniture and fixtures with full price offer. Owners will consider leasing property. $260,000.

MLS 114683: Located on Hwy. 308 in Golden Meadow, this 3,925 sqft steel warehouse is situated on an 86’x165’ lot. Property includes bulkhead, inside storage, living space and a marine dock. The property has plenty of parking and a 40x25 covered parking area. It also has a bayouside with a new dock for loading and unloading boats. $105,000.

MLS 116370: A 16,186 sqft. pre-engineered steel building rated for 150mph winds includes a 5,000 sqft freezer used to store up to 1.5 million pounds of frozen seafood, a generator and all equipment in the building. There is also a loading dock, plenty parking and a huge warehouse. $1,250,000.

MLS 116383: This 4,093 sqft bunk house located on Hwy. 1 in Golden Meadow sits on a 266’X841’ tract of land. The property is located north of the flood gates and was originally constructed as a church then later converted into a bunk house. The interior was redesigned to create 10 bedrooms, a men’s bathroom and 3 showers, a woman’s bath, a dining hall, living room and kitchen, a laundry and storage room. Could easily be converted into an office building. $500,000.

MLS 116384: This facility was originally used as a paper mill and is currently being used as storage. It has 188.894 sqft and 18 buildings. It also has 300,000 sqft of limestone stabalization, 125,000 sqft of concrete parking and 5900 ft of chain link fencing. There is a total of 42 acres, bayouside, road frontage on Hwy. 308, a gurest house, plenty room for expansion or rentals. Site can accommodate almost any typre of enterprise, whether light or heavy. $3,200,000.

LAND

A charming apt. overlooking Bayou Lafourche for rent: 2 bd; partly furnished, including washer & dryer; total electric; water paid; utility shed; $650/mth., $500 security deposit.

Located off LA 1 at 505 North Bayou Dr. Golden Meadow. Call (985) 209-0026. _________________ Trailer For Rent: 136 North Willow St., Lockport. 3 bedroom; 2 bath. $800/month; $800/ deposit. 6372327 or 209-8126. _________________ For Rent: 2 bd., 1 ba. home. Open kitchen/ dining area. Updated and ready to move in.

Ideal location- Larose location. $850/ mth.; $600/ dep. Call 985693-6510 FMI. _________________ 2BR Mobile Home For Rent in Galliano: $675/mth, stove, fridge, table and window unit included.

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FOR RENT 1 bd., 2 bd., 3 bd., mobile homes. Cemented camper spots. day-weekmonth. Nice quiet neighborhood. Long term discounts. Rent starts at $300/mth.

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For Rent: 3 bd., 2 ba. furnished, executive home. $1800/mth., $1000/dep. All utilities included. Call (985) 632-6188. _________________ For Rent: 3 bd., 1 ba., large yard, shed, carport, central A/C. Golden Meadow.

Newly renovated house. Wood floors.

Great neighborhood. $950/ mth., $950/ dep. Call 985-2321948. _________________ Newly built apartments for rent: 2BR, all new appliances, w/d, quiet neighborhood, lots of land. $675/mo and $675/dep. FMI call Dustin at 985-2587638. _________________ For Rent: 2 bd., 1 ba. $700/mth. $500/dep.

Galliano area. Next to Lady of the Sea. 985677-0915. _________________ Studio Cottage For Rent: single occupancy (1 person); $600/mth; $300/damage deposit; all utilities paid; lawn service provided; private laundry mat on site; located in Larose.

985-665-9618 or 985859-3953. _________________ Brick Home For Rent: 3 bd., 1.5 ba.

Nice and clean. Large detached garage.

Available May 1. $500 for first month and then $1,000/ mth., for following months. $1,000/ dep. 101 East 18th St., Larose. Call (985) 637-5567. _________________ Mobile Home For Rent: $1000 a month (utilities included). $500 deposit. Partially furnished. Pets welcomed. Located in Cut Off, LA. Contact Penny at 985-2780122 for more info. _________________ Apt. For Rent: 1 bd., 1 ba. in Valentine. $500/ mth., $500/dep. utilities paid. 985-2787375 or 985-6917078. _________________

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.

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Apartment For rent: 2 bd., 1 ba. Located at 102 West 4th St., Westside Apts., Apt. 4 is available for $675/ mth., $600 damage deposit. By application only. Call 985691-3104. _________________ Apts. For Rent in Larose: 2 br, 1 ba, $750/mth, $750/security dep., no pets, no smoking (no exceptions). FMI call 985537-3567. _________________ Trailer For Rent: 3 bd., 2 ba. in Golden Meadow.

Private street. 985-677-1155. _________________

MERCHANDISE

55 Gallon Food Grade Plastic Drums with lids for sale.

Please call (985) 2911329 for more information. _________________ REDUCED! Power Wheelchair For Sale: needs battery. Like new, hardly used.

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Located Central Corridor, Crypt III, Tier C. Asking $5,500 firm.

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CAMPERS

Camper For sale: 2012 Bue Ridge 5th wheel. 37’; 5 slides; bunk house; excellent condition; $25,000.

FMI 985-693-3841.

See at 401 Gemini St., in Larose. _________________

BOATS

Tiger Lillie Trawl Boat For Sale: 21’ wide x 60’ long. V8 GM Engine with 4.5 to 1. Engine completely overhauled. Double rigger with two 50’ nets and 736 doors.

Strong, well-built wooden boat. Ready for the season. $75,000. Call Roy between noon and 1pm or after 5pm at 985-632-6688. _________________

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The Greater Lafourche Port Commission will accept applications for SIX summer roustabout positions.

Eligible applicants must be registered college students and must complete a job a p p l i c a t i o n .

Roustabout applicants must be able to conduct physical labor and must pass a drug screen test and physical exam. Applications will be accepted until Monday, May 9th during regular office hours at the Commission office, 16892 East Main, Galliano.

FOUR of the roustabout applicants will be selected by a drawing from all approved applicants at the Commission office on May 11th, at approximately 11 am. Alternates will also be selected.

Maintenance personnel will select TWO roustabout applicants who worked the previous year. Applicants must provide proof of registration to a collegiate school. Applications can be found at the Port website at www.portfourchon.co m under Public Notice>Job Opportunities. The GLPC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. _________________ 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. _________________ Clerical / Sales Person needed for an insurance agency in the South/ Central area. Send resume to Help Wanted at P.O. Box 190, Larose, LA 70373. _________________

MLS 120782: This 9400 sqft., 4BR, 4ba. home in Cut Off is immaculately styled and designed. Lots of gorgeous furniture and most appliances to stay. It includes a huge fenced yard, in-ground pool, landscaped lights, security lighting, a huge barn with several car spaces as well as a motor home space with an RV washing area, walk-in fridge, workshop and much more. $1,360,000

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In Memory of ROBERT CHERAMIE, SR. On his 1st anniversary in Heaven Sunrise: 10/21/34 Sunset: 5/01/15 There’s a City Beyond the Horizon: a song written by Robert Cheramie, Sr. There’s a city beyond the horizon, the Lord has built for me. A city beyond the horizon; it will last through eternity. When I’ll go there one day, its beauty He will display. In that city beyond the horizon, that is where I’ll stay.

Love always, Your wife Hazel, Trudy and Aaron Sr., Bobby, Kenolyn, Tina, Mitch and all of your grandchildren and great-grandchildren

(please do not copy this song) ______________

Do not ask me to remember.

Don’t try to make me understand and let me rest and know you’re with me. Kiss my cheek and hold my hand.

I’m confused beyond your concept.

I am sad and sick and lost, all I know is that I need you to be with me/at all costs.

Please do not lose your patience with me, do not scold me or curse or cry, I can’t help the way I’m acting. I can’t be different though I try. Just remember that I need you and that the best of me is gone.

Please don’t fail to stand beside me and love me till my life is done.

Author Unknown ______________

JoAnn Rogers (Jimmy), Christine Ledet, Kathleen Ledet (Tim), Lois O Waters (Bret), Tina Guidroz (Mike); sisters, Leola Adams, Lorena Soudelier; 11 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, 1 great great grandchild; dog, T-Moe. She was preceded in death by her parents, Etienne, Sr. and Cecile Dubois; brothers, Etienne, Jr., Edmond, Eugene, Edward, Gilbert, Louis, Herbert Dubois; sisTHE MIRACULOUS ters, Hannah Thibodaux, Irene PRAYER Soudelier, Gladys Soudelier, EvanDear heart of Jesus, in the geline “Lin” Bourg, Eula Ougel; and past I have asked for many son-in-law Harold Ledet, Jr. favors. This time I ask you

PRAYERS

this very special one (mention here). Take it dear Jesus and place it within your own broken heart where your Father sees it, then in your own merciful eyes. It will become your favor not mine. Amen Say this prayer for 3 days.

Promise publication and favor will be granted. Never known to fail.

L.G. ______________________ PRAYER TO ST. CLAIRE Pray 9 Hail Marys once a day for 9 days. On the 9th day publish this prayer and wish for 3 things. Even though you do not have faith, your prayers will be answered.

AMEN ______________________ Sunrise: 1/31/88 Sunset: 4/30/06

In Loving Memory Of

Linsy Marie Chauffe

Sadly Missed, Forever Loved and Never Forgotten.

OBITUARIES

Love, Mom

and a member of the Ladies Altar Society. Leonie had a great love of family, the Church and an allaround zest for life. She will be missed dearly!!

Falgout Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements. ______________________

Samart-Mothe Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements. ______________________

ELDON LAFONT, SR.

Eldon A. Lafont, Sr., 92, a native of Cut Off and a resident of Golden Meadow, passed away on Monday, April 25, 2016.

Visitation was held from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. on Thursday, April 28 at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Golden Meadow. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at 11 a.m. with burial followed in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his sons, Allen Lafont (Anna), Perry Lafont (Joy), Eldon Lafont Jr., Weyland Lafont (Edna); daughters, Mary Collins and Darla Matis; sister-inlaw, Ann Perez; 18 grandchildren, 36 great grandchildren and 9 greatgreat grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Lorina Cheramie Lafont; parents, Howell and Eliska Callais Lafont; son-in-law, Dennis Collins; daughters-in-law, Emma Lois Lafont, Gail Lafont and Cary Lafont; grandchild, Yiyie Lafont; brother, Henry Perez Jr. and sister, Vesta Gaspard (Leander).

Eldon was a World War II Army Air Veteran and a member of the American Legion.

Falgout Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements. ______________________

JOSEPH HODGE

Joseph “Mike” Livingston Hodge, 77, a native and resident of Golden Meadow, passed away on Saturday, April 16, 2016.

Visitation was held from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. on Wednesday, April 20, and from 8 a.m. until 11 a.m. on Thursday, April 21 at Falgout Funeral Home in Galliano. Religious services were held at 11 a.m. with burial followed in Cheramie Cemetery.

He is survived by his daughter, Joann Williford (Rod); daughter-in-law, Crystal Hodge; brother, Benjamin Hodge; sisters, Regina Pitre, Sorita Johnson, Edoria Bourg, Jane Rousse; grandchildren, Lance M. Delatte (Ashley), Heidi Hodge, Nicholas Williford and great grandchild, Brynn Delatte.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Alice Mae Duet Hodge; parents, John and Alzina Hodge; sons, John, George and Infant Hodge; brother, Freddie Hodge and grandchild, Infant Hodge.

Mike was a hard worker who loved his family and fishing.

Falgout Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements. ______________________

EMILE POLKEY

Emile J. Polkey, 82, a native and resident of Galliano passed away April 27, 2016. Visitation had taken place on Friday, April 29 at Falgout Funeral Home of Galliano from 9 a.m. till service time. Funeral Services was held in the funeral home parlor beginning at 1 p.m. with burial followed in Cheramie Cemetery.

He is survived by his children, Gary Polkey (Joyce), Troy Polkey (Roxey), and Denise P. Plaisance (Randy); and numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, Juanita Collins Polkey; parents, Emile L. Polkey and Jeanne L. Polkey; brothers, Harold Polkey; and sisters, Shirley Penouilh.

He was a produce salesman for 56 years, and a loving father, grandfather, great grandfather, and great great grandfather, read the Bible everyday he was able to, and was always willing to help anyone in need.

Falgout Funeral Home of Galliano entrusted with arrangements. ______________________

LEONIE PICOU CHIASSON

Leonie Picou Chiasson, age 91, a native of Grand Isle and resident of Cut Off, LA, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 26, 2016. Visitation was held Saturday, April 30 at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church in Larose from 9 a.m. until mass time at 11 a.m. with burial followed in the church cemetery.

She is survived by her five sons, Phillip, Jr. (wife, Bobbie).

Gerald “Joe” (wife, Melanie), Douglas, Sr. (wife, Glorietta), Billy (wife, Pamela) and Danny (wife, Dawn); 12 grandchildren and 16 greatgrandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Phillip J. “P.J.” Chiasson, Sr; parents, Antoine “PaDou” and Odile Savoie Picou; brother, George Picou.

Leonie was a Larose High School Graduate, Class of 1941

MARY MOLAISON

Mary D. Molaison, 76, a native of Cut Off and resident of Larose passed away on Monday, April 25, 2016. Visitation was held at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church on Thursday, April 28th from 10 a.m. until funeral time. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at 12 p.m. with burial followed in the church cemetery.

She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Cleveland “Molie” Molaison, Sr.; son, Cleveland Molaison, Jr. (Emelie); daughters, Diane Danos (Clemille),

MEMORIALS Mother’s Day

Honor your deceased mother affectionately on Mother’s Day in the Lafourche Gazette’s Mother’s Day edition to run Sunday, May 8th.

To place your memorial, visit the Gazette office at 12958 E. Main St. in Larose or call 693-7229 for more information.

Deadline is Thursday, May 5th at 10 a.m.

DORIS MAE BEGNAUD

Funeral Services were held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 30, 2016 in Delhomme Funeral Home of Scott for Doris Mae Begnaud, 79, who passed away on April 25, 2016.

Reverend Frank Ducharme, Pastor of First Baptist Church of Scott conducted the funeral services.

Burial took place in Sts. Peter

and Paul Cemetery.

Mrs. Begnaud, a native of Cutoff, LA and a resident of Lafayette for the past 20 years, was the daughter of the late Olivier Angelette and the former Nolia Terrebonne.

Doris will be remembered for her love of music and gift of hospitality. Her joy of cooking for others overflowed to her family, neighbors, friends, and members of the church.

She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Claude Martin Begnaud, Sr.; one son, C. Martin Begnaud, Jr. and his wife, Tiffany of Breaux Bridge; two daughters, Camille Begnaud of Lafayette and Claire Falgout and her husband, Chad of San DIego, CA; five grandchildren, Coen and Ella Begnaud, Jeanne, Gabrielle and Sylvie Falgout; two sisters, Vergis A. Pitre and Audrey A. Veazey.

She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Leo Angelette, three sisters, Olivia “Tut” A. Lefort, Theresa A. LeVasseur and Irma A. Dupont and one grandchild, Christopher Begnaud.

The family requests that visiting hours be observed at Delhomme Funeral Home on Friday, April 29, 2016 from 5 to 8 p.m. Visiting hours will continue on Saturday from 8 a.m. until the time of service.

Pallbearers were Russell Angelette, Donald LeVasseur, Anthony Pitre, Audie Dupont, Jense Veazey and Jerry LeVasseur.

Honorary Pallbearers were John LeVasseur, Dale and Tyler Dupont, Tommy Pitre, Ricky, Gerald and Chris Angelette, Sigurd Vedal and the late Kirk LeVasseur.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Doris’ name to , Special Olympics Swim Team, c/o Charmaine Wellborn, 217 Bellridge, Lafayette, LA 70506.

Personal condolences may be sent to the Begnaud family at www.delhommefuneralhome.com.

Delhomme Funeral Home, 705 Marie Street, Scott, LA was in charge of funeral arrangements. ______________________

Sunday, May 1, 2016 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

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 proven guilty.

APRIL 24, 2016 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Tommy Verdin, 33, Grand Isle.

Violation of protective orders.

Thibodaux Police Department Todd Boquet, 51, Thibodaux.

Disturbing the peace, appearing in an intoxicated; fugitive of Terrebonne Parish.

APRIL 25, 2016 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Quenton Hadley, 33, Raceland.

Contempt of court (2 cts) Chad Bettencourt, 24, Luling.

Contempt of court.

Jenny Plaisance, 33, Cut Off. Domestic abuse battery.

Tiffany Johnson, 25, Cut Off. Violation of probation/ parole.

Ridge Brginac, 21, Gheens.

Contempt of court; possession of methamphetamine, less than 28 grams.

Almete Shelby, 34, Raceland.

Hit and run driver.

Arthur Guidroz, 32, Raceland.

Contempt of court (3 cts.)

Terrence Thompson, 29, Napoleonville. Violation of protective orders.

Derek Lagraize, 27, Thibodaux.

Enter/ remain after being forbidden; unauthorized use of an access card as theft.

Taj Harris, 31, Raceland.

Speeding; DWI (3rd); operating a vehicle under suspension for certain prior offenses.

Arthur Guidroz, 32, Raceland.

Distribution of crack cocaine.

Eric Castagnetta, 30, Cut Off. Tampering with surveillance system.

Probation and Parole Brandon Lee, 34, Thibodaux.

Fugitive of Terrebonne Parish.

Thibodaux Police Department Donovan Williams, 23, Thibodaux. Violation of protective disorders; child passenger restraint system; illegal window tint; vehicle registration expired; resisting an officer; contempt of court; display of temporary license plate; possession with intent to distribute heroin; possession with intent to distribute cocaine; possession with intent to distribute marijuana; possession of xanax; prohibited acts, maintaining a structure for narcotics use; possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia.

APRIL 26, 2016 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Ron Ponvelle, 46, Thibodaux.

Fugitive of St. James Parish (2 cts); harboring a fugitive; resisting an officer.

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Things seem to be in high gear this week, Aries. Others around you are just as boisterous, and it may even seem manic. Exercise a little extra patience to get through.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, you have been hiding something and it’s time you let your feelings out in the open this week.

Pay attention to how others react to the news.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 If you crave adventure then it could be time to host a party or see if friends want to go out on the town.

Staying home mulling over all of the options will get you nowhere.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 This week’s contradictory cosmic energy will not help you when making decisions, Cancer. It is entirely up to you and your gut instincts to make the right decisions.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, do not ignore the inner voice that is trying to tell you to take life more seriously. It can’t be all fun and games. Buckle down at work and set a plan into action.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Circumstances beyond your control will make work a little more stressful than you had anticipated, Virgo.

Bide your time and soon the week will be over.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, no matter how hard you try to get yourself heard, others just aren’t ready to listen. Perhaps you have to try a new approach to making your voice heard?

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, you may find yourself in trouble this week because you keep on starting new things without finishing others. Pretty soon you will have a list of unfinished business.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Restlessness can get the better of you this week, Sagittarius. Just don’t jet off on some spur-of-the-moment trip to try to channel your energy.

You have things to handle first.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Finding yourself in the middle of a sticky situation has you trying to discover a solution to a complicated problem. You might need to distance yourself for a little while.

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Jermaine Miles, 22, Thibodaux.

Contempt of court (2 cts).

Coby Perque, 26, Thibodaux.

Contempt of court (3 cts); aggravated assault (3 cts); theft; simple criminal damage to property; disturbing the peace, engaging in a fistic encounter.

Rani Pinel, 41, Larose. Contempt of court (3 cts).

Cody Pitre, 30, Cut Off. Possession a valium; possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia.

Jessie Lemaire, 32, Lockport.

Contempt of court.

Christopher Terrebonne, 24, Lockport. Contempt of court (4 cts).

Amber Portier, 26, Galliano.

Contempt of court.

Carl Savoy, 38, Larose. Contempt of court.

Michelle Christen, 32, Cut Off. Fugitive of Terrebonne Parish.

Kathleen Burnett, 46, Houma.

Fugitive of Terrebonne Parish.

Thibodaux Police Department Bethany Clough, 23, Thibodaux. Fugitive of Terrebonne Parish.

Louisiana State Police Jules Daigle, 38, Bayou Blue.

Contempt of court (2 cts); no seat belt.

APRIL 27, 2016 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Raekwon Arcement, 19, Thibodaux. Simple robbery.

Elizabeth Barrios, 68, Des Allemands. Simple battery.

Jacob Gaudet, 27, Thibodaux.

Simple battery.

Bruce Johnson, 27, Napoleonville. Fugitive from justice.

Sonny Keplinger, 23, Schriever.

Possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia; possession of klonopin; possession of heroin; sale, distribution, or possession of legend drug without prescription or order prohibited.

Roland Price, 46, Thibodaux.

Violation of probation/ parole.

Harry Cheramie, 27, Gheens.

False imprisonment; domestic abuse battery involving strangulation.

Thibodaux Police Department Eddie Clark, 18, Thibodaux.

Firearm free zone; notice; signs; crime; aggravated assault with a firearm.

Darrel Jackson, 26, Thibodaux.

Aggravated assault with a firearm; possession of firearm by a convicted felon; firearm free zone; notice; signs; crime.

Ronnie Walker, 21, Gulfport, MS. Illegal use of weapons or dangerous instrument.

Michael Coleman, 35, Thibodaux. Contempt of court.

APRIL 28, 2016 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Timothy Bellanger, 26, Mathews. Possession of marijuana; possession of methamphetamine, less than 28 grams.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 A disagreement with a friend or family member could turn your schedule upside down for a little bit, Aquarius.

You’ll get back on track soon enough and resolve your issues.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, getting your finances in order will take more than balancing your checkbook. It might be time to make some cuts and follow a budget.

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What a Life!

Sunday, May 1, 2016 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

A Peanuts comic strip featured Snoopy acting very troubled.

Charlie Brown senses Snoopy’s anxiety, reaches out to Snoopy and says, “Are you upset, little friend? Have you been lying awake worrying? Well, don’t worry. I’m here. I’m here to give you reassurance that everything is all right. The sun will shine tomorrow, and I will always be here to take care of you!”

Then, sending Snoopy off to his dog house, Charlie says with strong affirmation, “Be reassured!”

In the last panel,

Charlie is in bed under his covers and says to himself, “Who reassures the reassurer?”

That’s the good question. We probably do a good job of comforting others when their lives are caving in. We offer them our support, our willingness to help in whatever way we can, our assurance that we will stay with them throughout any tragedy.

We know that just being present and listening to them, offering a loving smile and affirmative words can go a long way.

What about us? As we lie in bed and consider our troubles, don’t we long for some reassurance ourselves?

Like Charlie Brown, we may ask, “Who reassures the reassurer?”

This is generally when we call out to God. For when we experience the comforting presence of the Lord, we are most likely to find the inner assurance and strength that we so greatly need. God’s care is

total. In Christ, we see clearly that he is the Good Shepherd who cares for his followers.

God is trustworthy.

Death may come, but it will not be God’s final word. We can trust that Christ will lead us to safe pastures even in the midst of life’s troubles.

St. Paul is an example of a Christian who placed his troubled life in God’s eternal hands. In his letter to the Christians at Philippi, he says, “I have learned to be content with whatever I have. I know what it is to have little, and I know what it is to have plenty. In any and all circumstances I have learned the secret of being well fed and of going hungry, of having plenty and of being in need. I can do all things through him who strengthens me.” (Phil. 4:11-13) Paul knew that he belonged to Christ and nothing could sever that relationship, not even death itself. Paul had simply

On Wednesday, March 9, the Msgr. Carroll A. Badeaux Knights of Columbus Council #3054 of Lockport held our annual Catholic Youth Leadership Awards presentation to honor senior high school

students attending Central Lafourche High School for 2015-2016.

Each winner was presented a beautiful plaque and a check from the council.

JuliAnna David, the daughter of Jerry David and Jamie Marlbrough, was the winner for the senior girls division in our local Catholic Youth Leadership Award contest.

The runner up winner

for the senior girls division was Sara Dufrene, daughter of Chris and Sandie Dufrene.

Logan Alleman, son of Stanley and Melissa Alleman, was the winner for the senior boys division.

Runner up was Auston Eschette, son of Allyson Breaux, for the senior boys division.

By: Rev. Wilmer L. Todd Whom do you rely on for comfort and reassurance?

KC Council 3054 announces CYLA award winners

Pictured is Dennis Savoie and Doyle Rogers, members of the Lockport Knights of Columbus Council 3054, assisting Brooke Savoie and Leah Dardar at the Lockport Branch Library with its distribution of groceries collected during fine free month to needy families.

placed his entire life in the hands of God. He knew the comfort and lasting assurance of the eternal reality.

Johannes Tauler was a devout 14th century German Christian, who was inwardly jolted by some words of a beggar he met one day. Tauler greeted the beggar by saying, “God give you a good day, my friend.”

The beggar replied, “I thank God I never had a bad day.”

Tauler thought a moment and said, “God give you a happy life, my friend.”

Gently, the beggar answered, “I thank God I am never unhappy.”

“Never unhappy?” asked Tauler. “What do you mean?”

The poor man answered, “Well, when it is fine day, I thank God. When it rains, I thank God. Since God’s will is my will, and whatever pleases God pleases me, why should I say that I am unhappy when I am not?”

Tauler was stirred by the man’s words. Finally, the saintly man asked the

beggar, “Who are you?”

The beggar responded, “I am a king!”

“Where is your kingdom?” asked Tauler.

Smiling, the man with ragged clothes said softly, “In my heart, in my heart.”

He had learned to consider his life in the eternal reality. It didn’t matter how poor he was, he had found eternal security.

That is the kind of security each of us must obtain. Let us listen to God’s voice and respond accordingly.

Doyle Rogers Council Activity Chairman

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