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Question is: Who will pay for Yankee Canal levee work? Gentleman’s agreements and good faith deals between governmental entities do not always work, especially when $194,000 is involved. W That’s the price tag for a nearly-completed improvement on a parish levee by the South Lafourche Levee District (SLLD) in east Golden Meadow. While calling the project designed to improve the Yankee Canal levee “a hell of a job”, Parish Councilman Daniel Lorraine advised both the levee board See Question Page 5-A
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MELINDA DESLATTE Associated Press
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Louisiana’s state senators Thursday backed a package of bills estimated to V S MATHEWS • GHEENS • LOCKPORT • VALENTINEraise • atLAROSE least $400 million for next year’s budget, while the House has reC • GALLIANO • GOLDEN MEADOW • LEEVILLE • GRAND ISLE fused so far to budge beyond about half that amount. One week remains in the special legislative session, called by Gov. John Bel Edwards and aimed at raising $600 million for the financial year that begins July 1, to stave off what the Democratic governor says will be deep cuts to health and education programs. Staff photo by Babs Republicans, particularly in the House, have balked at many of the Golden Meadow American Legion Post 259 held the ceremony of properly retiring of old and tatgovernor’s proposals, saying they tered American flags at the Golden Meadow Park Wednesday. can’t support additional taxes after Helping with the ceremony were members of Scout Troop 325 of Cut Off and Pack 333 of Larose. lawmakers passed an earlier round of Raymond (Frip) Cheramie, a member of Post 259, tosses one of 300 old tattered flags collected tax hikes in March. Senators are hamfor retirement into the fire while the scouts salute. strung because certain tax bills can only start in the House. See Senate Page 5-A t
Port’s Slip D development continues First phase takes seven months to complete
(PORT FOURCHON, LA) - The Greater Lafourche Port Commission (GLPC) announced the completion of the bucket dredging phase in Slip D this week, the latest development in Port Fourchon’s Northern Expansion area. The initial dredging of Port Fourchon’s new Slip D, which broke ground less than one year ago, is the most recent benchmark completed in the progression of the port’s Northern Expansion development plan. Bucket dredging is the first physical step in the creation of a new slip in a port development area. To carve out the footprint of Slip D, contractors used a barge-mounted bucket dredge and dragline to dig the outline of the 3800-foot
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long and 1000-foot wide slip, like scooping out the first shovelfuls of earth at a groundbreaking. During this first phase of work, over 451,000 cubic yards of material were excavated. Every speck of dredged material is used beneficially in Port Fourchon, and in Slip D, initial dredged material is being used to form containment levees for the next phase of the project’s construction. It took workers seven months to complete this first phase of excavation in Slip D. GLPC is on schedule to start work on the next phase of the project - hydraulic dredging by early 2017. See Port Page 5-A
Economist: State could face up to $200M deficit this year MELINDA DESLATTE Associated Press
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — An economist who helps decide Louisiana’s state income forecast has delivered grim news to Gov. John Bel Edwards and legislative leaders, saying the state could end up with as much as a $200 million deficit this year. If the expectation pans out, it would worsen state financial problems in the upcoming budget year that begins July 1. See Economist Page 5-A
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Everyone loves a sale and what better way to save and find hidden treasures than at a garage sale? Pictured is Stacy LaBiche taking advantage of the sales offered during the Town of Grand Isle’s 7-mile-wide garage sale held recently on the Island.
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Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church and St. Vincent De Paul Conference will be having their annual rummage sale from June 30 through July 2 at the Holy Rosary Catholic School Cafeteria in Larose.
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CLHS to present Aladdin Mon., Tues.
Central Lafourche High School’s Performing Arts Club presents Aladdin and His Sister to be held Monday, June 20 and Tuesday, June 21, with show times at 10 a.m., 1 p.m., and 7 p.m. Tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for students. A portion of the proceeds go to The Nikki Brignac Garner Memorial Scholarship Fund and AP Testing.
Holy Savior VBS to start Monday
Holy Savior in Lockport will hold Vacation Bible School June 20-25, from 8 a.m. to noon. Forms are available at all door entrances in church. Call Kecera at the rectory for information. Closing mass for Vacation Bible School will be on Sunday, June 26 at 10 a.m.
French language meeting set for Tuesday
The South Lafourche Public Library will host a meeting every third Tuesday of the month from 3 to 5 p.m., focusing on “La Table Francaise�, a two-hour meeting held in French, dedicated to the preservation of the Cajun culture.
Vigil for drowning victims set for June 26
A water safety awareness organization is hosting a candlelight vigil on Sunday, June 26, at 7 p.m. in front of the Houma Courthouse in memory of children that have been lost to drowning. The organization invites the public to take part in the vigil and would like to make contact with other families that have lost young ones due to drowning. For more information, contact Joey at 985-860-
A South Lafourche High School Project Graduation parent meeting will be held Tuesday, June 21 at 5:30 p.m. in the conference room at the Galliano Library Complex. Organizers ask all parents of future 2017 SL grads to attend this meeting to sign up for committees. Help is needed by all parents for planning and organizing the 2017 event.
Commodities to be given out Wed., Thurs.
The Lafourche Council on Aging and Catholic Charities will give out monthly commodities for seniors, ages 60 and older who qualify financially, between 7 and 9 a.m. on Wednesday, June 22 at the Cut Off Youth Center and Thursday, June 23 at the Raceland Recreation Center.
Church to give away free items June 25
First Baptist Church of Golden Meadow extends a public invitation to their upcoming event at which they will be giving away free items on June 25 from 8:30 a.m. to noon at the church’s gym, located on Oakridge Dr. in Golden Meadow. The event is like a garage sale but all items will be given away free of charge. This event is open to anyone.
Donations sought for church rummage sale
Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church and St.Vincent De Paul Conference will have their annual rummage sale on June 30 through July 2 at Holy Rosary Catholic School Cafeteria, 12925 East Main, Larose. Times are Thursday, June 30 and Friday, July 1, from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Saturday, July 2, from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. Donations will be accepted beginning June 25 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Donations of concession items are accepted during the sale.
SL Baptist church to host VBS June 26 – 30
South Lafourche Baptist Church will host Vacation Bible School on June 26 – 30 from 6 - 9 p.m. for children in Pre-K to sixth grade. The church is located at 17077 East Main Street in Cut Off (corner of East 104th).
Larose Senior Center in need of seniors
The Larose Senior Center welcomes all new seniors, age 60 and up, to join them for lunch. Seniors, age 55 and up, can join activities. Call the Center for more information at 985-6934266.
Donations sought for SLHS anniversary
South Lafourche High School will celebrate its 50th anniversary with a community-wide event on Saturday, July 16 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. All community members, especially children, are invited to partake in the day’s activities that will include face painting, a petting zoo, cheer clinics, basketball activities, football activities, story telling, food samples, tours of the school, a photo station, Zumba class, merchandise tents, bands, a bell ringers performance and more. Merchandise will be on sale and donations are being accepted to fund events throughout the year that illustrate The Ties that Bind theme, which stresses the importance that the school holds in the community. Visit the South Lafourche High School Tarpons Facebook page for updates on the events.
Boat building classes to be held each Monday
The Center for Traditional Boat Building, 202 Main Street, Lockport, will be having boat building classes on Mondays from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Learn to build pirogues, lake skiffs and rowboats. Call and schedule your appointment with our boat instructor, Ernie, at (985) 532-5106. Group events also available
Tickets on sale for annual JP Bash benefit
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Me-Maw’s Cajun Cuisine presets the 4th annual JP Bash on July 9 at the Cut Off Youth Center, starting at 3 p.m. DJ Boura will play from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.; and Drunk Punch Ponies will play from 8 p.m. to 12 p.m. There will also be plate lunches, live auction, silent auction, raffle, half and half drawings, face paintings, and much more. Tickets are: ages 13 and up, $10 advanced, $15 at door; ages 3-12, $5 advanced, $10 at door; ages 2 and under are free. For advanced tickets, raffle tickets or more information, visit Me-Maw’s Cajun Cuisine or contact Scotty Boura at 985-278-9285 or Lorey Boura at 985-258-1147. All proceeds to benefit Troop-C Grant a Wish.
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The Golden Meadow High School class of 1950 celebrated their 66th class reunion on May 28. They were hosted at the home of classmate Easton Pitre and wife Mildred and co-hosted by classmate Velma Callais Rogers. The group socialized and that was followed by a lunch. Some visited the Golden Meadow Historical Center, compliments of Peggy Duet. Those who remain attended mass to honor the 12 departed classmates, J P Fontaine, Neva Leonard Jambon, Aubrey Angelette, Roland Boudreaux, Beverly Plaisance Autin, Gerald Pelt, Lois Mayet Pelt, Lorraine “Boogie� Ledet Rebstock, Jackie Carriere Little, Sue Wafer, Robert Earl Johnson, and Calvin Curole.
Pictured left to right, top row are Rosie Lefort Valence, Velma Callais Rogers, Anna Mae Fertitta Lafont, Ruth Hebert Ledet, Anna Belle Duet Lemaster and Easton Pitre; left to right, bottom row are Vivian Cheramie Defelice, Allen Rebstock, Sr., and Joyce Hebert Simoneaux.
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Grand Isle Garage Sale a huge success
On Saturday, May 28, the Grand Isle Community Development Team held it’s 9th Annual Grand Isle 7Mile Garage Sale and Craft Show. We believe it was a success on many levels. One garage sale holder raised in excess of $2000 which she donated to Cystic Fibrosis. The GICDT raised $400 which goes to help pay for the new netting for the Island’s butterfly dome which is one of the free tourist attractions for the island. While we still don’t have enough money for the net, (the fabric costs $1000 and the Coast Guard puts it up for us), we are planning another fundraiser. We would like to thank the Gazette for the frontpage picture and coverage we were given. It gave us special attention we would not have received. We also want to thank all the participants and attendees who helped make the Grand Isle 7-Mile Garage Sale and Craft Show a success. AJ Varner, Secretary Grand Isle Community Development Team
Pitre family appreciates support at fundraiser
having ALS - Lou Gehrig’s Disease. We would like to say thank you to Nicholas Vega and Bucky Angelette for organizing this softball tournament and making it happen. Winning teams for the
MJ Classic, Strike Out ALS, were as follows: Team Weak for the men’s bracket and Team Impact for the women’s bracket.  We appreciate all of our participating teams who came out and supported us. With Greatest Appreciation The Pitre Family Joe, Mary Jane, Jessica & Rebecca Larose, LA
Team Weak won the men’s division at the recent MJ Classic benefit softball tournament.
Team Impact won the women’s division at the recent MJ Classic benefit softball tournament.
The Pitre Family would like to thank our amazing community, sponsors, donators, volunteers and participating teams who made the MJ Classic, Strike Out ALS a huge success. The event was held at the Larose Ball Park on June 10 and 11. All proceeds from the softball tournament are going to Mary Jane Pitre’s medical expenses due to
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Jim Richardson, an LSU economist who serves as the independent member of the state’s Revenue Estimating Conference, said he met Thursday with Edwards, Senate President John Alario and House Speaker Taylor Barras, among others, to talk about how far business tax collections have fallen below the state’s official forecast. Richardson’s assessment was Louisiana appeared on track to collect up to $200 million less than the $359 million expected from corporate income and franchise taxes in the budget year that ends June 30. “Unless it’s a real miracle, I don’t think we’re going to make it,” Richardson said Thursday night. This year’s budget was built on the income forecast. If the tax dollars fall short, the state would end the financial year with a deficit that would have to be closed in the next year. Oil prices have rebounded a bit above the state forecast, but individual income and sales taxes are sluggish, so improving oil prices won’t bail out the state budget, Richardson said. “There was no sign that they were going to make up that difference or allow us to offset in some other way,” he said. The news comes while lawmakers are meeting in a special session called by Edwards to raise taxes to help lessen cuts in next year’s budget, when the governor’s administration estimates the state already is $600 million short of the money needed to continue all current government services. Richardson said the state’s tax collections for the budget year that ends June 30 won’t be certain until September. His figures are an estimate. But he said he wanted to provide the information to the governor and legislative leaders so they can start planning for the expected problem, which would be rolled into the upcoming budget year that begins July 1. “We won’t be absolutely sure about this until Sep-
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tember, and I hope I’m wrong,” the economist said. “But I didn’t want it to be a surprise.” Without accounting for any possible deficit from this year, lawmakers haven’t agreed to raise the $600 million Edwards sought for next year’s budget. The House has agreed to tax changes that would generate about $220 million next year, while the Senate backed a tax package that could provide at least $400 million. ___ Follow Melinda Deslatte on Twitter at http://twitter.com/melindadeslatte
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The hydraulic dredging work will be done in two stages as part of Port Fourchon’s unique focus on enhancing the resiliency of the port through continued development. The materials excavated in the first phase of hydraulic dredging will be used to construct over 60 acres of wetlands in the port area, which will not only fulfill the port’s development permit obligations but also double as a natural protective buffer for the port from hurricanes and storm surge. “Over the years, we have taken an increasingly holistic approach to our port’s development,” said Chett Chiasson, Executive Director of the Greater Lafourche Port Commission. “Since Hurricane Katrina, we have focused on making sure that our projects and infrastructure are built to a higher standard. We have increased the base elevation of our newer slips, our roads, bulkheads, you name it. In addition to building higher and harder, we have also continued to add hundreds of additional acres of wetlands through our own development to protect our tenants’ assets in a natural way,” he added. Port Fourchon’s new Slip D in the Northern Expansion simply augments Port Fourchon’s established position as the “Gulf’s Energy Connection.” Now more than ever, quality, quantity, and location matter, and Port Fourchon is proven as the most
efficient oil and gas service base in the world. For information on leasing property in Slip D or any of the port’s other development areas, contact the Greater Lafourche Port Commission at (985) 6326701 or visit Port Fourchon’s “Properties Available” webpage at www.portfourchon.com.
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and the parish council this week that there was never a formal written agreement to do the work. He said it was merely a verbal one between former Parish President Charlotte Randolph and SLLD. In good faith, he says, SLLD bid the project to improve a levee along Yankee Canal, and the former parish administration agreed to reimburse SLLD for $194,000. After completion, the parish would turn over the levee to SLLD. Plaisance Dragline and Dredging Company, Inc., the contractor, has nearly completed its second pass starting at the rear of East 179th Street, placing spoil material from the canal on the bank. That levee was no more than 1.5-feet high before work began, a potential flooding situation for residents and pasture owners alike. The improvement will bring the levee to a 3-4 foot elevation and eliminate the sandbagging which parish employees and residents have been forced to do in the past. “Parish employees went sandbag back there on Christmas Eve, when everybody else was at home opening presents,” said Lorraine. Lorraine said the mistake was by Randolph, who never came before the council for approval of the work. “It never went through the right channels”, he said. SLLD has sent three letters to the parish advising administration about the work and the need for reimbursement. The first letter, dated September 15, 2015, and addressed to then-Parish President Charlotte Randolph, explained the erosion issue in Yankee Canal and reminded her of the “agreement” with SLLD to pay for the work. A similar second letter on March 10, 2016, was addressed to President Jimmy Cantrelle. The third letter from May 20th of this year showing partial payment by SLLD of one of Plaisance Dragline’s invoices for $31,000 was sent to both Cantrelle and Lorraine. “I don’t want to get into a shouting match, but the levee district did the work and should be paid. They did the work in good faith,” he said. “We have a good working relationship with them. They don’t send the parish a bill when their pumps break. I think the parish needs to sit down with them and discuss this,” he said. At Tuesday’s council public meeting, parish administrator Don Matherne said that a District Attorney opinion will be sought to settle the issue. “I talked with Windell (SLLD General Manager Windell Curole) this morning. We will set up a meeting with him and the DA and any councilmen who want to come,” said Matherne. “There’s never been a written agreement. That’s why I brought it up. I don’t want to get blamed if the parish doesn’t pay,” stated Lorraine.
Sunday, June 19, 2016 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE
Edwards agrees to boost max fines for texting while driving
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Maximum penalties will be higher for violating state laws that ban texting or posting to social media sites while driving and that restrict cell phone use for young drivers. Gov. John Bel Edwards announced this week he had signed the bill into law. The change immediately increases those traffic fines to up to $500 for a first offense and up to $1,000 for additional violations. Drivers under 18 could face license suspension for up to 60 days for second and later violations. Edwards also signed a bill boosting fines for people caught not wearing seatbelts in a vehicle. That measure, which takes effect Aug. 1, increases the penalty for a first offense to $50. Violators will pay $75 each additional time. Senate Bill 91 and House Bill 751: www.legis.la.gov
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Pay raises suspended for Louisiana’s state workers next year
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Tens of thousands of Louisiana state workers won’t be getting pay raises next year.
At the urging of Democratic Gov. John Bel Edwards, the Civil Service Commission voted 4-1 Thursday to block annual “performance adjustments” for more than 38,000 government workers, called classified employees. The pay raise suspension covers the budget year that begins July 1. Under civil service guidelines, state workers are usually eligible to receive a raise up to 4 percent a year if they receive a positive annual job evaluation. Commissioner of Administration Jay Dardenne, the governor’s chief financial adviser, said the state can’t afford the pay hikes as it grapples with continuing budget problems. In recent years, the commission has twice voted to suspend all pay raises for rank-and-file workers — in the 2010-11 and 2011-12 budget years — at the request of then-Gov. Bobby Jindal, a Republican. ___
Montegut man arrested for workers’ comp fraud
BATON ROUGE, LA – Attorney General Jeff Landry announced that Corbert Rodrigue, 43, of Montegut, was arrested by his General Investigations Unit for Workers’ Compensation Fraud exceeding $100,000. Rodrigue was arrested on one count of theft exceeding $25,000 and one count of misrepresentation concerning benefit payments. Rodrigue allegedly advised his employer that he
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had been injured on the job site when he bent over and could not get up. After a joint investigation between Landry’s General Investigations Unit and the Louisiana Workforce Commission Fraud Unit, it was learned that Rodrigue was actually injured at home in previous weeks and not on the job site. Rodrigue was arrested and booked into the Lafourche Parish Jail. ___
12 health centers share $4M in federal funds for dental care
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Twelve health centers in Louisiana will share $4.3 million in federal funds targeted at increasing access to dental health care in the state by hiring more specialists to see more underserved patients. Five of the centers are in the New Orleans area, two in Baton Rouge and one each in Houma, Franklin, Shreveport, Delhi and Winnfield. Lack of access to preventive and routine dental care can result in dental conditions requiring more costly emergency dental treatment. Oral health problems also can be a sign of illness elsewhere in the body. Health and Human Services Secretary Sylvia M. Burwell said in a news release nearly $156 million in funding will support 420 health centers in 47 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico.
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Sunday, June 19, 2016 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE
By: Rev. Wilmer L. Todd Seven things I’m learning about transgender persons Mark Wingfield, an associate pastor at Wilshire Baptist Church in Dallas, wrote the following edited blog entitled, Seven Things I’m Learning about Transgender Persons. I don’t know much about transgender issues, but I’m trying to learn. How much do you really know about this subject beyond all the screaming headlines and concerns about who goes to the bathroom where? The truth is that I don’t know any transgender persons. I don’t think I do. But with the help of a pediatrician friend and a geneticist friend, I’m listening and trying to learn. This is hard, though, because understanding the transgender experience seems so far outside what I have ever experienced. And the more I learn, the more theological questions I face as well. Here’s some of what I’m learning from my friends who have experience as medical profes-
sionals dealing with real people and real families: 1. Although LGBT gets lumped together, the T is quite different from the LG and B. “Lesbian,” “gay” and “bisexual” describe sexual orientation. “Transgender” describes gender identity. These are not the same thing. Sexual orientation is about whom we feel an attraction to and want to mate with; gender identity is about whether we identify as male or female. 2. For the vast majority of humanity, the presence of male or female genitalia corresponds to whether a person is male or female. What you see is what you are. But for a small part of humanity (something less than 1 percent), the visible parts and the inner identity do not line up. For example, being born with male genitalia but female chromosomes or vice versa is possible. Brain research has shown that it is possible to be born with female genitalia, female chromosomes but a male brain. Most of us hit the jackpot upon birth with all three factors lining up like cherries on a slot machine: Our anatomy, chromosomes and brain cells all correspond as either male or female. But some people are born with variations in one or two of these indicators. 3. It’s not an everyday occurrence but sometimes babies are born with am-
biguous or incomplete sexual anatomy. In the past, surgeons often decided whether this child would be a boy or a girl, based on what was the easiest surgical fix. Today, much more thought is given to these life-changing decisions. 4. Transgender persons are not “transvestites”. Far too many of us make this mix-up, because the words sound similar. Cross-dressers, identified in slang as “transvestites”, are people (typically men) who are happy with their gender but derive pleasure from occasionally dressing
publicity and talk of bathroom habits is highly disconcerting to people who have spent their lives trying not to stand out or become the center of attention. 7. For those who are transgender, nature undeniably plays a primary role. According to medical science, chromosomal variances occur within moments of conception, and anatomical development happens within the nine months in the womb. There is no nature vs. nurture argument, except in cases of brain develop-
like the opposite gender. Cross-dressing is about something other than gender identity. 5. Transgender persons are not pedophiles. The typical pedophile is an adult male who is heterosexual and most likely married. Pedophiles molest children, both male and female. There is zero statistical evidence to link transgender persons to pedophilia. 6. The typical transgender persons hate all the attention they’re getting and want desperately not to attract attention. All this
ment, which is an emerging field of study. This last point raises a theological question: If Christians really believe every person is created in the image of God, how can we damn a baby who comes from the womb with gender difference? My pediatrician friend puts it this way: “We must believe that even if some people got a lower dose of a chromosome, or an enzyme, or a hormonal effect, that does not mean that they got a lower dose of God’s image.”
Members of Lafourche Volunteers for Family and Community attended the Louisiana VFC State Convention in Lafayette during the month of May. They dressed as bingo grannies for fun night. Pictured are Eleanor George, Patsy Champagne, Gail Haynes from Monroe, Linda loupe, Barbara Chaisson, Peggy Whitney, Chris LeBouef and Paula Morgan.
Eleanor George, Chris LeBouef, Patsy Champagne, Paula Morgan, Linda Loupe, Barbara Chaisson, and Peggy Whitney are pictured making a donation to Family Promise, a service organization that provides temporary shelter for families in need in the Lafayette area. The donation was made at the Louisiana Volunteers for Family and Community Convention in Lafayette in April.
Raceland Auxiliary elects new officers The regular monthly meeting of the Raceland American Legion Auxiliary Unit 349 was held at the post home with President Betty Cavalier presiding. The membership chairman reported that 256 members paid their dues for this year. The Unit sponsored a bingo game for the residents at Raceland Manor and donated $30 for the prizes. The Unit held its election of officers for the coming year. The officers elected were, Rosalie
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Sunday School 2 p.m., Sunday Worship 3 p.m. Prayer Service/Bible Class-Thurs., 6 p.m. Testimony/Prayer & Praise, 3rd Sunday, 3 p.m. Communion, 4th Sunday, 3 p.m. Reverend Charles Hawkins Sr., Pastor
Crosspoint Church
16640 West Main St., Cut Off (Near S. Lafourche Bridge-LA Hwy. 1) Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Thursday Midweek: 6:00 p.m. (All Ages) Pastor John Boss www.crosspointgalliano.com (985-772-7400)
St. Mathews Missionary Baptist Church Hwy. 308 - Mathews
Sunday Worship Service 7:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Services Prayer Service & Bible Study Thurs., 6-7 p.m. Choir Rehearsal Saturday 2:00 p.m. Speaking Meeting/Testimony 2nd Sun. 7:30 p.m. Lord’s Supper Every 3rd Sunday Reverend Roland J. Bradley, Sr.
129 Cedar Ln. - Grand Isle - 985-787-3410 Valentine Baptist Church 9334 Hwy. 308 - Valentine
Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study: 6:00 p.m. (All Ages) Pastor John Boss www.fbcgrandisle.com
Sunday Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Bible Study: 10:00 a.m. Bro. John Welch
105 W. 16th Street - Larose
Our Lady of Prompt Succor
First Baptist Church of Larose Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Service 10:45 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Bible Study 6:00 p.m. Gary Hanberry, Pastor Res: 693-4891 - Church: 693-3258
New Mt. Zion Baptist Church 13841 East Main - Larose
Worship Service 7:00 a.m. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Prayer Service/Bible Class Wednesday 6:30 Lord’s Supper: First Sunday 7:00 a.m. Prayer Breakfast: Sat. before 1st Sun., 8 a.m. Speaking Meeting: Thurs. before 1st Sun. 7 a.m. Reverend Nolan Smith, Pastor
First Baptist Church 5545 Hwy. 1 - Lockport
Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 10:45 a.m. Wednesday Evening Worship 6:30 p.m. Pastor Kevin Celestin
Greater New Fountain 1859 Fontinelle - Lockport
Sunday Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Lord’s Supper Service: 2nd Sunday, 11:00 a.m. Prayer Breakfast: 2nd Saturday, 8:00 a.m. Bible Class Thursday 7:00 p.m.
Isrealite Baptist Church Hwy. 308 - Valentine
Worship Service 7:00 a.m. Lord’s Supper, Second Sunday, 7:00 a.m. Reverend K.W. Jackson, Pastor
Bethel Baptist Church
122 Matherne St. - Grand Bois Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Wed. Night Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Pastor Jimmy Autin
South Lafourche Baptist Church 17077 East Main - Galliano
Sunday Bible Study 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Service 6:30 p.m. Church: 632-4119 - Shane Terrebonne, Pastor
Trinity Baptist Church
195 Johnny Dufrene Drive - Mathews
Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Service 6:30 p.m. Michael Davis, Pastor - 985-278-9852
WORSHIP DIRECTORY
Doris Legarde, Publicity Chairman
New Sunlight Baptist Church
CATHOLIC
723 North Bayou Drive Golden Meadow
Saturday Mass 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. Rev. Henry Sebastian, Pastor
Our Lady of the Isle Church 195 Ludwig Lane - Grand Isle
Saturday Vigil Mass 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Monday thru Thursday, 8:00 a.m. Fr. Carlos Talavera, Pastor
Our Lady of the Rosary
12911 E. Main - Larose - 985-693-3433 Saturday Vigil 4:00 p.m. Sunday Masses 7:00, 10:00 and 5:30 Weekday Mass Monday thru Friday, 8:30 a.m. Adoration Chapel open all day, everyday Rev. Ronilo Villamor, Pastor www.ourladyoftherosarychurch.net
Sacred Heart Catholic Church 15300 West Main - Cut Off
CHURCH OF CHRIST
Larose Church of Christ 13379 East Main - Larose
Sunday Worship Service 10:00 a.m. Bible Class 11:00 a.m. Evening Services 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Bible Class 7:00 p.m.
FULL GOSPEL
Lighthouse Worship Center 18082 Hwy. 3235 - Galliano
Sunday Schedule: 9:59 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Christian Education: 7:00 p.m. Eno Dantin, Pastor Personas de habla hispana Bienvenidos
Mathews Full Gospel Temple Hwy. 1 - Mathews
Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Sunday Service 11:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m.
Open Door Revival Center
16164 W. Main St. - Cut Off. - 325-2456 Sunday Services 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Wednesday Night Service 7 p.m. Senior Pastor: Monty Duke Church Pastor: Darren Felarise Spanish Pastor: Marcos Ferriera
INTER-DENOMINATIONAL
Community Bible Church of Laf. 14757 East Main - Cut Off
Sunday Worship Service: 8 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. Senior Pastor Dr. Bill Jemison III Pastor of Dicipleship Robert Durbin Youth Pastor Robert Schwertz Jordy Rousse, Pastor of Worship & Young Adult Ministry Phone: (985) 632-3077 www.communitybiblecutoff.com
Christian Family Center 11819 East Main - Galliano
Sunday Services 9:45 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays 7:00 p.m. Pastor Morris Hunter, Jr.
Saturday Mass 4:00 p.m., Central Std. Time Saturday Mass 5:00 p.m., Daylight Savings Tm Community Fellowship Sunday Mass 7:00, 9:00 and 11:00 a.m. Weekday Mass: W.-Th.-F., 8:30 a.m. 901 Barataria Street - Lockport Tuesdays: 6:00 p.m. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. Rev. Wilfredo “Freddie” Decal, Pastor Thursdays 7:00 p.m. Reverend Carlos Nieves - (985) 532-2992
Holy Savior Church
612 Main Street - Lockport
Saturday Mass 4:00 p.m. Sunday Masses 7:00 and 10:00 a.m.
St. Anthony Church
333Twin Oaks Dr. - Raceland
Sat. Mass 6:00 p.m. - Sun. Mass 9:00 a.m. Wednesday 5:30 p.m. Rev. P.J. Madden www.stanthonygheens.parishesonline.co
St. Hilary of Poitiers
333 Twin Oaks Drive - Raceland
Saturday Mass 4:00 p.m. Sunday Mass 7:00, 9:00 and11:00 a.m. Weekday Mass: Mon., Tues., Thurs., 5:00 p.m. Friday Mass 7:00 a.m. Rev. P.J. Madden www.sthilaryraceland.parishesonline.com
St. Joseph Catholic Church 17980 West Main - Galliano
Saturday Mass 4:00 p.m. Sunday Mass 7:00 and 10:00 a.m. Weekday Mass: M. - W. - Th. - Fri. 7:00 a.m. Tuesday 6:00 p.m.
Louisiana Volunteers for Family and Community incoming 2017-2018 state officers were installed during their state convention in Lafayette in April. Shown after the installation are Betty Guilbeau, Area 2 Director; Ernie Freeman, Treasurer; Paula Morgan, Recording Secretary; Judy Broussard, Vice President for Public Policy; Mary Ann Boudreaux, Vice President for Programs; and Sylvia Guillotte, President. Doing the installation was Mandy Armentor, LSU FCS agent.
Lafourche Volunteers for Family and Community visited the residents of The Broadway Home in Lockport during the month of May. While there they served cake and custard to the residents. Pictured are Patsy Champagne, Katherine Richardelle, Dot Pagliuighi, Earline Duet, Peggy Whitney, Barbara Plaisance, Eleanor George, Chris LeBouef, and Betty Plaisance. Also helping were Ann Picciola and Paula Morgan.
Victory Life Church
1200 Crescent Avenue - Lockport
Services: Sun. 9:00 a.m. and Wed. 7:00 p.m. Children’s Ministry and Nursery Provided Youth Service: Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Senior Pastor Danny Knight - 532-6561
Iglesia Evanbelica Christiana Espiritual
13298 East Main - Larose
Tuesday Bible Study 7:30 p.m. Thursday Prayer Service 7:30 p.m. Sunday Morning Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship Service 6:00 p.m.
Christian Fellowship Church 13581 East Main - Larose
Sunday Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children’s Ministry, Spanish Translation Available, and Nursery Provided Wednesday, 7:00 p.m. Discipleship Classes, Youth Ministry, Royal Rangers and Missionettes Scott Cheramie, Senior Pastor www.welcometocfc.com - online sermons
Bethany Community Fellowship Hwy. 1 & St. Ann Street - Raceland
B & J Martin, Inc. Utility Boats ~ Martin Quarters ~ (985) 632-2727
Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Children’s Church 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 10:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship When Scheduled Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m.
PRESBYTERIAN
Gheens Presbyterian Church Sunday Services 8:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6:00 p.m. Doctor John Spaulding, Pastor
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JEHOVAH’S WITNESS
Hwy. 308 • E. 73rd St. Galliano • 632-6571
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses
Crosby Boat Co., Inc.
Keep Your Soul In Tow - Go To Church!
108 East 90th Street - Galliano
UNITED METHODIST
632-7575
Golden Meadow United Methodist Church
18803 East Main - Golden Meadow Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Chris Thomas, Pastor
Memorial United Methodist
201 Central Lafourche Dr. - Mathews
Sunday School & Adult Bible Class, 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 8:30 a.m. Communion First Sunday at 8:30 a.m. www.mathewsmethodist.org
PENTECOSTAL
New Beginning Pentecostal 13051 East Main Street - Larose Sunday Service 5:30 p.m. Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m. Pastor Ronnie Melancon
First United Pentecostal
Central Lafourche Drive - Mathews Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Sunday Service 6:30 p.m. Thursday 7:30 p.m.
NON-DENOMINATIONAL
Lighthouse Christian Fellowship 115 E. Central Avenue - Grand Isle Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. 985-787-3453
Bethel Christian Ministries 107 East 123rd Street - Galliano Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Reverend Nathan Hayes
The Crossway Ministry, Lafourche 18190 West Main St., Galliano
Sunday Worship Service, 10:00 a.m. Sunday Night Service, 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Worship Service, 7:00 p.m. crosswaystudies@gmail.com
House of Prayer
15392 Hwy. 3235 - Cut Off (Across from Golden Motors
Bible-based Sermons Saturdays 3 p.m. - Wednesdays 7 p.m. 985-278-0122 (All religions welcome)
Hwy. 1 • Lockport • 532-6015 1917 So. Bayou Dr. • Golden Meadow • 475-7131 13086 Hwy. 3235 • Larose • 693-7188
If we have not included your church, or you would like to be a part of this Worship Directory, please call the Lafourche Gazette at 985-693-7229.
LUTHERAN
Grace Lutheran Church 422 Valhi Blvd. - Houma
(Only Lutheran Church between Grand Isle and Kenner) Rev. Richard Rudnik Sunday Service 9:00 a.m., Sunday School for all ages 10:45 a.m. 879-1865 - FMI Call Rev. Rudnik 879-1865 or Joelle Gerken (from Larose) at 693-3222.
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MORMON
Church of Jesus ChristLatter Day Saints East 57th St.
LA Carriers • 632-5858 16849 East Main Street • Cut Off, LA 70345
Bible Study: Tuesdays 7:00 p.m. English Elders: 985-360-7501 Spanish Elders: 985-791-6561 www.mormon.org
SPANISH
Iglesia Adventista del 7MO Dia 504 Seventh St. - Lockport
Viernes - 7:30 p.m. Sabado - 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. Pastor R. Prieto Phone: (504) 505-2642 or (985) 693-6946
Mision Bautista Hispana - Larose 105 W. 16th St. - Larose
Servicios Viernes - 7:30 p.m. Domingo Escuela Dominical - 9:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m.m Servicio De Adoracion Pastor Juan Morales, 504-468-1300
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Insurance Agents
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Senate From 1-A
“As things stand right now, we do not have enough money to pay for things,” said Sen. J.P. Morrell, D-New Orleans, as he urged passage of revenueraising proposals. Both the House and Senate have agreed to three measures that would raise about $220 million next year. The largest item supported by both chambers has been sent to Edwards’ desk, a tax increase on health organizations known as HMOs, to raise more than $180 million. The Senate also voted for two proposals to lessen business tax breaks that have yet to be considered by the House. One bill sponsored by Morrell would rework the tax credit the state gives for local property taxes businesses pay on their inventory. The other by Sen. Rick Ward, R-Port Allen, would force large manufacturing facilities to choose between two property tax breaks they receive, rather than letting them take both. Critics of Ward’s bill said it could damage the state’s economic competitiveness. “This sends the wrong message,” said Sen. Bar-
row Peacock, R-Shreveport. Ward said proposing the tax break reduction wasn’t easy for him. “I have industry in my district like a lot of you do. But at some point we have to make a decision as to how much is a little too much,” he said. It’s unclear if the ideas will gain traction in the House. Ward’s bill has strong opposition from business groups, while the push against Morrell’s proposal is more muted. Currently stalled in the House is a proposal sought by Edwards to temporarily scale back a tax break for people who itemize on their state income tax forms. The bill’s sponsor, Rep. Malinda White, D-Bogalusa, delayed a vote Thursday, saying she didn’t have enough support. She’ll try again for a vote Sunday night. Rep. Lance Harris, chairman of the House Republican delegation, has been encouraging colleagues to vote against the bill. “This is not about saying no. This is about standing up for the middle class,” Harris said. About 23 percent of individual taxpayers who itemize for things like home mortgage interest
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payments, charitable contributions and medical costs could be impacted by the bill, most of them estimated to make $100,000 a year or more. White said the cost to those taxpayers would be modest on average, and she said that’s an acceptable trade-off to keep “vital services funded.” While the House and Senate haven’t agreed to a deal on taxes, their leaders Thursday broke a logjam over how to handle the budget bill to spend any money they raise. House leaders had said they didn’t want to craft a plan to spend new tax dollars until the state’s income forecasting panel, the Revenue Estimating Conference, formally recognizes the money as available for spending. They gave up on that idea amid pushback from the Senate and will hold a Monday hearing on the budget bill. Senate leaders say formal recognition of the tax dollars can happen after the special session ends and before the July 1 start of the budget year. “Everybody’s working together well,” said House Appropriations Committee Chairman Cameron Henry, R-Metairie. “I don’t expect much drama.” ___ Follow Melinda Deslatte on Twitter at http://twitter.com/melindadeslatte
CASA of Lafourche’s to host 2nd annual fishing tourney
CASA of Lafourche will be hosting their 2nd annual fishing tournament, A Reel Change for Kids, on July 9 at Bridgeside Marina in Grand Isle. The tournament will begin at 5 a.m. with weigh in starting at 5 a.m. and closing at 5 p.m. To receive a sponsorship form, contact (985) 446-6600 or Ashley Barrios with State Farm at (985) 632-0988.
Sunday, June 19, 2016 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE
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HOMES
For Sale: 3 bedroom; 2 bath; brick home; 1800 sq. ft.; attached garage; (next to Cut Off Elementary); 115 West 56th St., corner of Hwy 1; large lot, 100x182 with bayouside and storage shed; GE stainless steel kitchen appliances; 9 ft. ceilings; oak floors; all new paint; total update; elevation certificate; cheap flood insurance! Call 985-8700049. $178,000 OBO. _________________ House For Sale: 3 bedroom; 1 bath; $60,000 as is; 165 East 37th St., in Cut Off. Nice neighborhood. Must be sold as soon as possible. For more info, call (985) 693-8877 or (985) 691-1033. _________________ House For Sale: 802 W. 11th Street in Larose. 4BR, 2.5ba. partially furnished, 4,000 sqft., 2 car garage, large shed. Asking $175,000 OBO. Call 985-6378797 or 985-6938131. _________________ House For Sale: Larose-New construction. Low down payment. Owner financing available. 2 bd., 1 ba. Appliances. Lot 80x80. Call 985264-6200 or 985-3963000. _________________
House For Sale in Cut Off. Nice 3 br, 1 ba. $58,000, $10,000 below appraisal. Call 985-691-1367, leave voice mail. _________________ Home For Sale: 143 East 28th St., Cut Off. 4,000 sq.ft. 3 bedroom; 2.5 bath; built in pool. $348,000. Can be seen on zillow.com with Larose zip code, 70373. Call (985) 6771679. _________________ For Sale: 2 bedroom, 2 bath trailer. Sits on private lot in Larose. $45,000. Call 6911367 and leave voicemail. _________________ House to be moved or torn down for materials. Call 985-6378198 or 985-258-5775. _________________ House For Sale with Bayou side Property: 3 bd., 1 ba., office, 2 car garage, 1750 sq.ft., huge partially fenced yard, 125’x288’. 14617 East Main, Cut Off. 985691-9475. _________________
BUSINESSES
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., $3000/mth, $1000/ dep. Serious inquiries only. Call 985-6657375. _________________
WANTED
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See Richard at Golden Motors • Hwy. 3235 in Cut Off
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Office For Sale: Owner financing or lease. Call 985-6963132. _________________
FOR RENT
House For Rent: Nice 3bd., 2ba. located at 160 West 214th St. in Galliano. Golden Meadow school district. $975/mo. & $975/dep. Call 985-637-5567. _________________ For Rent: Single bedroom apt; all utilities included; washer /dryer provided; no pets allowed; no smoking. $675/mth., $500/ deposit. Call 985-798-5800. _________________
Ask about FREE RENT Move In Special! Large 2BR, 1ba. apt. in Cut Off. Pets welcomed. Furnished and unfurnished units available. Unfurnished unit $795/mo. with lease. $750/sec. deposit. To see pics go to www.coteblancheapartments.com. Call Bill at 985-325-5626. _________________
House For Rent: 2 bedroom possibly 3; kitchen/ living combined; utility room; shed; covered carport; in Galliano. FMI Call 985-475-7763 or 985-637-7763. _________________ For Rent: little house; single occupancy or couple; utilities paid; grass cut; $650/mth., $500/dep. Call 985696-4818. Located in Larose. _________________ Mobile Home For Rent: in Cut Off. 3 bedroom, 1 bath, furnished. $950/mthly, utilities included. $600 damage deposit. Pets welcomed. Call 985278-0122. _________________
985-691-3873 Since 1916
Addy Legendre, Realtor 200 Hwy. 3161 Suite #1, Cut Off | 985-325-7107
COMMERCIAL PROPERTY
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. $95,000.
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
MLS 112501: 5-10 acres of property located in Cut Off on Hwy. 3235. $100,000.
RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY
MLS 121017: This charming cottage in Galliano includes bayouside property and a totally renovated interior. It has blown-in insulation, new floors, new lighting fixtures, fresh paint, a new kitchen that offers a farm sink, stainless appliances, new cabinetry and new counter tops. A new adition includes a family room and office. The master bath features a soaking tub and separate shower. The home has an attic fan as well as a covered porch at 2 of the 3 entrances. The yard is fenced and shady and the list goes on! $139,800 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
Small 2bd. Trailer for rent. Utilities paid. $650/mo. & $650/dep in Larose area. ALSO: Large 2bd. apt. for rent. Water paid in Larose area. $650/mo & $650/dep. ALSO: large 3bd., apt. for rent. Water paid. $750/mo. & $750/dep. 1 year contract for all rentals. Call 985-6652548. _________________ 2 Story House for rent: 5 bedroom; 3 bath in Golden Meadow. $1200/mth. ALSO 1 bedroom, 1 bath in Valentine. $500/mth. Utilities paid. Call 258-6039. _________________ 2BR. mobile home for rent: Partially furn., w/d hookup. Water paid. No pets. Private yard. $595/mo. & $400/ dep. Also: 1BR. Furn. apt. All utilities paid. $675/mo. 985-6322158 or 985-533-6212 _________________ Studio Cottage For Rent: Single occupancy (1 person). $600/mo and $300/damage dep. All utilities paid. Lawn service provided. Private laundry mat on site. Located in Larose. 985-665-9618 or 985-859-3953. _________________ For Rent: 1,2, & 3 bd. rentals available in the Galliano area. Background checks, no pets. Call 985-4757272 or 985-6377273. _________________ House For Rent: 3bd., 1ba. All appliances included. $800/mo. FMI call 985-258-8127. _________________ 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. _________________ Unfurnished Apartment For Rent: Two bedroom; 1 bath; Cut Off area. Includes stove, fridge, and water paid. $600/mth., $500 dep. No pets. Taking applications. Call 985-632-6845. _________________
Apts. For Rent: Newly built, 2 bd.; all new appliances; washer/ dryer; quiet neighborhood; lots of land; water paid; lawn care maintenance; $750/mth., $750/dep. Call Dustin at 985677-2196. _________________ Room for Rent in Cut Off area: $100 a week; electric and water included; cable, tv, wifi, washer and dryer also included; preferably a non smoker, but smoking allowed on front and back deck; no alcohol or drug use! Race/gender/sexual preference not an issue. Call Brian at 985-255-6971 _________________ For Rent: 3 bedroom, 2 bath house in Golden Meadow. 2124 S. Alex Plaisance. $1000 per month. I pay water, you pay electric. Call Kenny at 225-2871725. _________________ Trailer/ House For Rent: 1 year lease. 2 bd., 2 ba. unfirnished. No pets/ No smoking. West 137th St. $700/mth., $700/dep. Call 985-258-6277. _________________ Trailer For Rent: 3 bd., 2 ba. in Golden Meadow. Private street. 985-677-1155. _________________
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. Laundromat on site24/7-7days a week. Utility included in rent.Store on site. Fish cleaning station coming. Perfect for individuals, families, companies, fisherman. Come be another one of our satisfied customers. Call 985-637-4133, asks for Tommy. We appreciate our customers and it shows!
De Renta: Trailas solares y campers con Lavenderia y tienda Hispana para servirles mejor. 108 Peterson Lane, Galliano 985-637-4133 _________________
9400sqft Home For Sale in Cut Off
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) 665-0936, leave a CLEAR number to call. No texting. _________________ For Rent: 2 bd., 2 ba., Trailer in Larose. Sits on private lot in quiet neighborhood. $750/mth. Call 985691-1367, leave voicemail. _________________ Quiet Place/ Quiet Person! Trailer for Rent: Single person; no pets; no children. 1 bedroom, 1 bath, furnished. $650/mth., $500/dep. Utilities/ cable included. Call 985-691-3104 for application. ONLY QUIET/ CLEAN PEOPLE APPLY PLEASE! _________________ REDUCED! For Rent: 3 bd., 1.5 ba., executive style home with cathedral ceilings; large porch; near G.M. Upper (153 Nichols St.); wood floors; dishwasher; fridge; oven. $1,000/mth., $1,000/ dep. Call 232-1948. _________________ For Rent: 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment on HWY 3235 in Golden Meadow. Offering appliances, washer and dryer. Water is included. Six month lease required then month to month afterwards. $625/month; $625/deposit. FMI Call 985-798-7433 or 985-637-6258. _________________ 2 Bedroom Apt for Rent in Gheens: Call 985-532-6755. _________________ For Rent: 3bd, 2ba. home in Galliano. $900/mth with a $500/dep. plus utilities. Call 985-2587808 or 985-677-1889. _________________ For Rent: 2 bedroom, 2 bath House in Galliano/Cut Off area. $650 a month, $650 damage deposit. No texting. Call (985) 632-6549 or (985) 665-0936, leave a CLEAR message and number to call. _________________
Apts. For Rent in Larose: 2 br, 1 ba, $750/mth, $750/security dep., no pets, no smoking (no exceptions). FMI call 985537-3567. _________________ New Luxury Condos For Rent in Thibodaux, 2 br, 2 ba, with all appl. provided. Quality units at best rates in town. Call 985-859-5983 for pricing and availability. _________________ For Rent: 2 bd., 1 ba. $700/mth. $500/dep. Galliano area. Next to Lady of the Sea. 985677-0915. _________________ 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. _________________
MERCHANDISE
55 Gallon Food Grade Plastic Drums with lids for sale. Please call (985) 2911329 for more information. _________________ For Sale: Barn with loft and floor. 16 ft. wide x 24 ft. deep x 13 ft. high. Asking $9,500 or best offer considered. Call 985-6911367, leave voicemail. _________________ Lawn Snapper Mower For Sale: Like new. Call 985-2585857. _________________ For Sale: Mausoleum Rosary Holy at Catholic Church in Larose. Holds 2. Crypt 204; Tier C; St. Peter’s Walk; $8,000 firm. Call 985-2781155 for info. _________________ Yeti T65 ice chest for sale. Like new. $280. Contact Danny At 985-637-1293. _________________
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This 4BR, 4ba. home is immaculately styled and designed. Lots of gorgeous furniture and most appliances stay. It includes a huge fenced in 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.
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CROSBY TUGS LLC Accepting Applications for
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Crosby Dredging & Construction is looking for a QHSE Superintendent for its construction business. The ideal candidate must have a strong working knowledge of OSHA construction and DOT Pipeline Regulations. This position will work both in the field as well as the office. Working knowledge of Veriforce & ISNetworld programs is a plus. 5 to 10 plus years of experience in the pipeline/construction HSE field is required. Applications can be found online at
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www.thelafourchegazette.com The Lafourche Council on Aging is accepting applications for a transportation clerk. Applicant must pass a drug screen and criminal background. Must have dependable transportation, good communication skills. Must be able to keep accurate records. Must be computer literate. Must be able to work in a fast paced environment. This job is 20 hours per week and pay is $8.72 per hour. Please call 985532-0457 for more information. Applications may be picked up at 4876 Highway 1, Raceland. E.O.E. Deadline to apply for this position is Wednesday, June 22, 2016 at 12:00 p.m. _________________ Peach Tree Bakery is taking applications for different positions. Day and night shifts available. Some bakery experience needed. Apply in person ONLY from 6am to 9am. No phone calls. _________________ Dufrene Building Materials is accepting applications for Experienced CDL Driver for the Cut Off location. Offering paid vacation, health insurance, 401k. Must submit druf screen and physical. Apply at 14502 West Main St., Cut Off, LA. _________________ Triple Son Farms Transport is accepting applications for Experienced CDL 18 Wheeler Driver. Offering paid vacation, health ins., 401k. Must submit to drug screen. Apply at 14502 West Main St., Cut Off, LA. _________________ Nail Tech and Hair Stylists needed at Mane Attraction in Cut Off. Contact Kim at 985-856-1218 to schedule an interview. _________________
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SBL Construction, LLC has an opening for a heavy equipment operator that also holds a Class B CDL with air brakes with clean driving record. Must be able to pass a physical and drug screening. FMI call 985-665-1220. _________________ Galliano Inn now hiring bartender. Apply at 18628 Hwy 3235. Must have bar card. _________________ The Lafourche Council on Aging is accepting applications for a Substitute Van Driver. Applicant must have a clean driving record and be able to lift at least 40 lbs. Please call 985532-0457 for more information. Applications may be picked up at 4876 Highway 1, Raceland. E.O.E. Deadline to apply for the position is Friday, June 24, 2016 at 12:00 p.m. _________________ Spanish and English speaking Dental Assistant needed. Will train. Apply at 14666 West Main St., Cut Off, LA 70345. 985632-6188. _________________ Entrenaremos a la personq que quiera trabajar como assistente dental. Muy importante, es que hable espanol, tambien ingles. Aplique a 1466 West Main Street, Cut Off, LA 70345. 985632-6188. _________________ Jan Serve Cleaning personnel needed in Lafourche Parish. Call to apply at 985-798-5800. Resume preferred but not required. Submit resume to P.O. Box 143 Cut Off, LA 70345 _________________ Clerical / Sales Person needed for an insurance agency in the South/ Central area. Send resume to Help Wanted at P.O. Box 190, Larose, LA 70373. _________________
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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Lafourche Arc is looking for energetic, compassionate individuals to work flexible hrs. & days w / individuals w / disabilities who live in the lower Lafourche area. Assistance with transportation, personal hygiene & household tasks is needed. Agency will train. High school diploma, GED or 5 yrs pd related exp. required. Scheduling flexibility required. FMI contact Meka Williams at 985447-6214 ext. 120 or Gina Gaudet at ext. 115. Applications may be completed at Lafourche Arc, 100 W. Main St., Thibodaux. EOE, M/F/V/H. _________________ Coastal Janitorial Services is now hiring! Cleaning ladies needed 5 days a week. Call 632-5791. _________________ Heartland Barge Management, INC. located 20 minutes outside St. Louis, MO. We provide barge line services, barge management, equipment management services, facilitate sale or lease, and marine consulting services for Inland waterways in the United States and throughout the world. There is no charge for listing equipment! Our services are free until we have a successful Closing or Lease Agreement in place. Check us out at www.heartlandbarge .com $0 (618) 2814515. _________________ Property inspection company is seeking a field Rep to service Houma, LA and surrounding areas to perform residential property inspections. Field Rep will obtain photos and measurements. Field Rep is responsible for accurate/timely completion and submission of field reports via our website. Experience is preferred and some construction background is helpful. Military and/or retired welcomed. Please send resume with contact information to resumes@nationalis .com. _________________
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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. _________________ Curry’s Tree Service Tree cutting and trimming. Any size. Reasonable rates. Free estimates. Licensed. Call 985-258-0465. _________________ Kerry Chiasson Carpentry For all your carpentry needs. Call 985-6376279. _________________ Evans Concrete Construction House slabs, driveways, sidewalks, etc. No job too big or too small. Call Leonard Evans at 985-6772959. _________________ Jim Crochet Home Improvements and Additions Carpentry, Plumbing, Roofing, Patios, Vinyl Siding, Flooring, Pressure Washing, Painting and more. Free estimates! Great prices! Call Jim at (985) 805-1531. _________________ Swimming Lessons Teacher certifies in lifesaving and swimming. Years of experience dealing with children of all levels of swimming, including beginners. Children must be potty trained. Heated pool. Summer sessionslessons taught morning or afternoon during June and July. Classes for adult ladies are also offered. FMI Call Mona at 985-6960229. _________________ Cajun Roofing & Carpentry, LLC Best Prices on the Bayou. Sha! I Guarantee! Metal, shingle and patch jobs, vinyl siding, cement board siding, painting, pressure washing, remodeling, wood, ceramic & laminate floors, 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 985-3976254 or email curtis orgeron@gmail.com _________________ Concrete Work Forming, pouring & finishing – houses, buildings, driveways, patios, walkways, etc. Call Glenn Hughes, Jr at 985-209-5552. _________________
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ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 You are motivated to explore new relationships this week. Do so without jeopardizing existing relationships. Speak about your plans with others as you work things through. TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 It’s best to address an uncomfortable topic or situation directly, even if you would rather sweep it under the rug. Choose your words wisely and you will get by. GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 You may be sitting on edge as you try to manage a sticky situation, but rest assured that things will work out in your favor. Do not worry about things for too long. CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 While you may want to steer clear of large groups this week, in some instances, it just may be unavoidable. Look for friends at large gatherings and enjoy the time together. LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, push past your hesitation and try something that scares you. You may be surprised at how much you actually enjoy it when you give new things a chance.
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. _________________ Doug’s Pressure Washing & Painting Insured Commercial & Residential. Douglas A Plaisance, Owner / Operator. 985-637-8633 _________________ Tim Harris Flooring Installation Services Carpet, vinyl, laminate, wood, ceramic, custom showers, painting, carpentry, sheet rock. Purchase floor anywhere, we will install. Manufactures warranty floors, not flooring stores. Free estimates. Call 985-677-0474 or 985677-2526. _________________ Plaisance Sheet Metal Summer Sale! All gutters, patios and roofing, 15% off. Now through August 19. Call for your free estimate, 985-632-4936. _________________ Sitter for elderly. Light housekeeping. Call 985-325-2056. _________________ Express Limestone We handle limestone, sand and dirt. No job too small. Driveways and yard friendly. We cal also spread what we dump with our tractor. Call 985-6771196. _________________ Dog Grooming at Pitre’s Feed & Seed. Call JoAnn Pitre at 696-2321. _________________
Baby Sitter: Opening for 2 children, ages infant to school age. Call 985-696-1984, ask for Lee. _________________
Can Do Brick, Block & Stone Work. Call for free estimates. Keith Thayer at 985-637-3569. _________________ Need your grass cut? Call Bruce’s Lawn Care. (985)677-6264. Free estimates. Low rates. _________________ LABOVE PLUMBING Professional Plumbing Service. Gas, water, sewer. Ask about our payment options. 16844 West Main St., Cut Off, LA 70345. LMP 7038. Call 985-991-1881. _________________ Does your interior home or office need a painting or staining update? Text your name and number to (985) 6966978. Willing to work after hours in offices. _________________
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VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Do not waste too much time overanalyzing your feelings, Virgo. Trust your gut instincts because you are on the right path and you will soon realize it. LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, take some time to smell the roses this week. No matter how hectic your schedule, a little time to relax and appreciate the little things is just what the doctor ordered. SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, spend some time on your own this week without the noises of the outside world creating any interference. It is good to recharge once in a while and clear your head. SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Focus your attention on those actions that will help you be most successful, Sagittarius. This means not getting swept up with trivial things in your path. CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, progress is hard to come by lately. Find a system that works for you and you will soon start to gain some momentum. Allow events to unfold at their own pace.
Sunday, June 19, 2016 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE
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Happy Father’s Day in Heaven,
JOSEPH HODGE
You will be in our hearts forever. Love and miss you, Joann, Rod, Nicholas, Lance, Ashley, Brynn and Heidi ___________
Happy Father’s Day,
PA-PA DOLTON GASPARD, SR.
Miss you greatly. Love, David, Angie, Janita, Davery, Daniel, Connie, Brandon, Tristen, Norrison, T-Trap, Mason, Ace and Wyatt ___________
Happy Father’s Day,
BRAD BOURDA
Born: 8/28/80 Died: 5/13/08 A lot has changed over time, but one thing remains the same: You are too well loved to ever be forgotten. Continue resting, son. Love always, Your family ___________
In Memory Of
BERTHMAN BAUDOIN
Born: 3/27/42 Died: 4/13/14 Even though you are not here with us, we cherish all the memories you left with us. No one could have gotten a more loving dad. Happy Father’s Day, Poppee. Love you always, Jean, Darren, Drake, Debbie, Dean and grandkids ___________
In Loving Memory Of
BOO LEGENDRE
Happy Father’s Day in Heaven,
HARVEY DUFRENE
Love and miss you, Paw Paw. Love, Brynn, Karli, Ali, Rori, Zaydin, Logan and Willow ___________
In Loving Memory Of
MIGUEL DARDAR
Sunrise: 1/10/40 Sunset: 7/28/15 Sadly missed by, Cindy, Miguel Jr., Cheryl and family ___________
I Am Free
Happy Father’s Day,
PAW-PAW AUGUSTINE DARDAR
Miss you greatly. Love, David, Angie, Janita, Davery, Daniel, Connie, Brandon, Tristen, Norrison, T-Trap, Mason, Ace and Wyatt ___________
Happy Father’s Day,
EUGENE LABICHE
Miss you greatly. Love, David, Angie, Janita, Davery, Daniel, Connie, Brandon, Tristen, Norrison, T-Trap, Mason, Ace and Wyatt ___________
free. In Loving Memory On Father’s Day
TODD DELAUNE
Sunrise: 06/04/66 Sunset: 02/27/13 If I could have one lifetime wish, a dream that would come true, I’d pray to God with all my heart, for yesterday and you. In life I loved you dearly, in death I love you still. In my heart you hold a place no one else can fill. You left behind my broken heart, and happy memories, too. But I never wanted memories, Dad, I only wanted you! With much love Daddy, Raven ___________
Happy Father’s Day in Heaven,
CHAD DELAUNE
In Loving Memory On Father’s Day Sunrise: 10-15-76 Sunset: 3-10-08 A million times we needed you. A million times we cried. If love alone could have save you, You never would have died. In life we loved you dearly, In death we love you still. In our hearts you hold a place, No one else can ever fill. It broke our hearts to lose you, But you didn’t go alone. Part of us went with you, the day God called you home. Sadly missed by sons Devin and Brendon ___________
AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Straightforward actions will help others see your motives more clearly, Aquarius. Make time to share your intentions with friends or coworkers if you desire their support. PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, long-term planning becomes a priority in the week ahead. Put future goals that involve finances at the top of your list.
FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS JUNE 19 Zoe Saldana, Actress (38) JUNE 20 Lionel Richie, Singer (67) JUNE 21 Chris Pratt, Actor (37) JUNE 22 Meryl Streep, Actress (67) JUNE 23 Jason Mraz, Singer (39) JUNE 24 Lionel Messi, Athlete (29) JUNE 25 George Michael, Singer (53)
Happy Father’s Day in Heaven. Born: 2/11/72 Died: 7/17/15 My dad was a man who had smiles to brighten your days; who always made you feel good with his warm words of praise. And what’s more, he knew what to do to make all of our wishes come true. My dad was someone who always had good stories to tell; but just as importantly, he knew how to be a good listener as well. He was patient, caring, loving and kind and the very best friend you could ever hope to find. He was no ordinary man. My dad, he is a legend. Love you always, Angelique and Angelle _______________________
BOO LEGENDRE
Born: 2/11/72 Died: 7/17/15 Thank you for your endless love, that will help me through each day. And thank you for the memories that will never fade away. You’re the man I love and was proud to be your wife. And everyday in some small way, I will celebrate your life. Thank you for being an amazing husband and father to our girls. We miss you and love you dearly. Addy Jane ___________
In Memory Of
In Memory Of
WAYNE PLAISANCE
Born: 6/30/55 Died: 6/19/14 Until We Meet Again Those special memories of you will always bring a smile if only I could have you back for just a little while. Then we could sit and talk again just like we used to do; you always meant so very much and always will do too. The fact that you’re no longer here will always cause me pain; but you’re forever in my heart until we meet again. Always loving you, Dana ___________
Born: 2/11/72 Died: 7/17/15 No farewell words were spoken, no time to say goodbye. You were gone before we knew it, and only God knows why. Your life was a blessing and your memory a treasure. You are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure. With love, Dad, Mom and Family ___________
Born: 5/8/22 Died: 1/4/16 Love and miss you, Phillip, Kenneth and Drake ___________
In Loving Memory of
JERRY ROGERS
Oh how I love and miss you my love. I soo wish you were here with us. Happy Father’s Day. Sadly missed and loved by, Wife, Children and Family ___________
GERY GALJOUR, SR
“SAM” Sadly missed by Family and Friends. ___________
IN MEMORY OF
NORRIS ROUSSE, SR.
Born: 5/21/38 Died: 12/12/12 Happy Heavenly Father’s Day, Daddy. We love and miss you so very much. Love, Kayla, Shantel, Roy and baby Alee ___________
Happy Father’s Day,
GERALD “JAY” GUIDRY
Sunrise: 7/8/35 Sunset: 10/16/13 Your memory is our keepsake, with which we’ll never part. God has you in His keeping, we have you in our hearts. Happy Father’s Day, Love your wife, Shirley, girls and family ___________
call,
I’m following the path God laid for
I took His hand when I heard Him
I turned my back and left it all. I could not stay another day, to laugh, to love, to work or play. Tasks left undone must stay that way. I found that place at the close of day. If my parting has left a void, then fill it with remembered joy. A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss; Ah yes, these things I too will miss. Be not burdened with times of sorrow. I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow. My life’s been full, I’ve savored much. Good friends, good times, a loved one’s touch. Perhaps my time seemed all too brief. Don’t lengthen it now with undue grief. Lift up your heart and share with me... God wanted me now, He set me free.
OBITUARIES
Happy Father’s Day,
Happy Father’s Day in Heaven,
BOO LEGENDRE
ELVIS CHABERT
me.
Don’t grieve for me, for now I’m
Happy Father’s Day,
NORRISON GASPARD
I stare quietly as I drive in thought; what is the greatest thing in life sought. I look at my journey, and what I search; I look towards Heaven, where Angels’ wings perch. I grow up in the pictures of my memory lane; I wrap myself in comfort, I hold myself in pain. As I see the story, the pictures all the same. When it came to love, you taught me how to frame. My best friend, anything I could tell; You gave your all, and took care of me well. For our family, you showed all your love. A hard worker, and taught us of God above. My structure, you built the person that I am; you showed me ability, to always say I can. Just wanted to thank you, a way to say out loud. I love you, knowing you makes me proud. I stare quietly, as a tear escapes my eye; to think what you could learn, on a thoughtful drive. So as the pictures blend in their own way; thanks for these memories, Daddy. Happy Father’s Day Written by: Danny B. Bourg Love, David, Angie, Janita, Davery, Daniel, Connie, Brandon, Tristen, T-Trap, Mason, Ace and Wyatt ___________
LAWRENCE PLAISANCE
Lawrence James Plaisance, 59, a native and resident of Cut Off, passed away on June 6. Private services will be held at a later date. He is survived by birth mother, Laura Williams Punch; son, Lawrence Plaisance, Jr.; daughter, Lauren Plaisance; sisters, Gwen Cheramie, Gail Ougel and numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by adopted parents, Delphine Hebert and Antoine Plaisance; son, Derrick Plaisance; and brother, Eddie (PeLee) Williams, Sr. __________________________
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Sunday, June 19, 2016 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE
Prison chief: Refusal to cool death row isn’t politics MICHAEL KUNZELMAN Associated Press
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Louisiana’s prisons chief said Wednesday that the state’s refusal to install air conditioning on death row isn’t politically motivated, even though a lawsuit over the facility’s dangerous heat levels has already cost taxpayers more than $1 million. Department of Corrections Secretary Jimmy LeBlanc told The Associated Press that installing air conditioning on death row at Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola could open a “Pandora’s box” and possibly force his department to make the same accommodation for many other prisoners. LeBlanc said 23 inmates at three state prisons filed heat-related administrative complaints last year alone. “My biggest concern is the impact on the whole system and the cost,” he said, adding that his department faces a $35 million budget cut next year “as it stands right now.” “If I could wave a wand and air condition, I’d have no problem with that. Financially, I can’t do it,” he said. LeBlanc was in the courtroom gallery Wednesday as a federal judge heard testimony on whether the state is adequately protecting three death-row inmates with medical problems from extreme heat and humidity levels. The state insists its current heat remediation measures — one cold shower a day, ice chests in cells and fans outside them — are adequately protect-
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ing the three inmates who sued LeBlanc and his department three years ago. The inmates’ attorneys disagree, and they’re urging U.S. District Judge Brian Jackson to reconsider requiring air conditioning on death row. Jackson didn’t immediately rule at the end of a daylong hearing. He gave both sides of the case until July 11 to submit memos on what different measures he could order to control heat index levels. “We’ll get to the bottom of this soon enough,” he said. Jackson opened the hearing by saying that state officials may need to do what’s unpopular, “no matter what the political implications are,” to comply with his previous order to keep the heat index at or below 88 degrees on death row. “Somebody has to step up and make a tough, courageous decision,” he said. James Hilburn, an attorney for the state, said air conditioning is “the only way that building can be climate controlled.” The judge said it was the first time he’s heard any state official acknowledge this. But Hilburn also said that LeBlanc must balance the need for “protecting the public and making sure the inmates are taken care of,” and argued that the judge’s 88-degree standard was unprecedented. “That ship has sailed,” Jackson responded, noting that the unconstitutionality of imprisoning people in worse heat and humidity has been upheld on appeal. “You’re wasting your time and energy.” “We didn’t come in here to re-litigate the case,” Hilburn said. An AP report published Monday revealed that LeBlanc’s department and the attorney general’s office
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Sealed bids to be received by the Board of Commissioners, South Lafourche Levee District, 17904 Highway 3235, Galliano, LA 70354, until 11:00 A.M., Wednesday, June 29, 2016, at which time the bids will be publicly opened and read for the purchase of
have accrued at least $1,067,000 in expenses fighting the inmates’ lawsuit when it could cost roughly the same amount of money — and possibly much less — to install an air conditioning system for the entire death-row facility. Private attorneys from two law firms have billed the state more than $424,000 for their work on the case since it started in June 2013. The state also had to cover fees for inmates’ attorneys, who recently received $490,000 through a settlement with Attorney General Jeff Landry’s office. A plaintiffs’ expert has estimated it would cost about $225,000 — not including engineering fees or operating costs — to install air conditioning on death row’s six tiers. During a hearing last month, Jackson said the state itself has indicated that it could “end this case” by installing air conditioning at a cost of approximately $1 million. On Wednesday, Jackson said he will do his part to ensure that the case doesn’t wind up costing taxpayers millions more, and said he’s open to other solutions for controlling the heat and humidity on death row, where the index routinely exceeds 88 degrees and occasionally tops 100. Last year, the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals partially upheld Jackson’s decision, but said any remedy should be limited to the three plaintiffs, not all 85 inmates on death row, and invited the state to provide relief without installing air conditioning. Jackson said 14 state inmates in Texas died of heat-related causes between 2007 and 2015. “Nobody wants that here in Louisiana,” he said. “That’s what this case is all about.”
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All work performed will have a two year (24 month) warranty included.
Bid price shall specifically exclude any and all taxes. Bids will be rejected if this stipulation is not met. The South Lafourche Levee District is exempt from paying state and local taxes.
Bid should be submitted to the South Lafourche Levee District, Post Office Box 426, Galliano, LA 70354, with the envelope marked Bid on Remanufactured Engine. Bids will be accepted only by registered mail or certified mail, or bid may be hand delivered in which case a receipt will be given to the bidder upon request. All other mailings will be rejected. Bids may also be submitted electronically through Central Auction House (www.centralauctionhouse.com) or through our website at www.slld.org. Any bid received after 11:00 A.M., June 29, 2016 will be returned unopened. The South Lafourche Levee District reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive any informality, or to accept any bid that may serve its best interest. /s/Windell A. Curole Executive Secretary June 19, 2016 June 22, 2016
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A night of terror at club Pulse: One young woman’s story TAMARA LUSH Associated Press
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Patience Carter lay bleeding on the floor of the bathroom in club Pulse. She recalled looking into the stall next to her, and seeing bloody handprints on the wall and people draped over a toilet. Some were dead, others moaned in agony. She turned her head to see her best friend, lifeless. Then she heard the voice. “Where is it?” the man demanded when he heard a ringing cell phone. “Give it up.” She was safe now — reclining in a hospital chair, a white blanket draped over her lap and legs as she told her story Tuesday to a packed news conference at an Orlando hospital. Her words transported a rapt audience to the horrific moments of early Sunday, when a nightclub turned into a slaughterhouse. Carter, a 20-year-old Philadelphian, was visiting Florida for the first time, vacationing with her two friends. Her friends’ parents drove them to Pulse that evening after they saw it had five-star reviews on Google. When they walked in, they started chatting with others immediately. “The sweetest face greeted me,” said Carter. “I told her that her shoes were the cutest I’ve ever seen.” That woman let Carter be her plus-one, so they could save on the cover charge. Amanda Alvear, the kind woman with the cute shoes, would not survive the night. Carter and her friends, Tiara Parker and Akyra Murray, danced and laughed. “We were just all having the night that we dreamed of,” she said.” It was the most beautiful bonding experience three girls could have on their first night on vacation.” At 2 a.m., just before the club was about to close, Carter tapped at her phone to order an Uber ride. “That’s when we started hearing the gunshots,” she
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. JUNE 13, 2016 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Jacob Lebouef, 33, Cut Off. Violation of probation/ parole. Christopher Terrebonne, 24, Lockport. Battery of a police officer. Thibodaux Police Department Saxon Rogers, 19, Golden Meadow. Possession of marijuana; sale/distribution/possession of a legend drug without prescription or order prohibited; possession of xanax; resisting an officer; possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia; contempt of court (7 cts). JUNE 14, 2016 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Eugene Guidry, 26, Lockport. Possesion of methamphetamine, less than 28 grams. Mark Hebert, 48, Galliano. Contempt of court. Justin Platt, 21, Golden Meadow. Contempt of court. Nicholas Ray, 35, Raceland. Contempt of court; unauthorized use of access card as theft. Brenta Tillman, 28, Raceland. Contempt of court. Shane Wainwright, 59, Raceland. Domestic abuse battery. Stephanie Courtney, 28. Contempt of court (2 cts) JUNE 15, 2016 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Austin Richards, 26, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Ron Deville, 39, Thibodaux. Contempt of court (3 cts). Jeremy Rogers, 36, Gray. Contempt of court. Warren Matherne, 38, Golden Meadow. Contempt of court. Justin Bruce, 28, Deville. Contempt of court. Sterling Guidry, 46, Thibodaux. Fugitive of Terrebonne Parish; intimidating, impeding or injuring witnesses/officers; intimidation. Javonta Coler, 22, Thibodaux. Possession with intend to distribute marijuana; resisting and officer. Thibodaux Police Department Tedrick Johnson, 22, Thibodaux. Possession with intend to distribute marijuana; possession of xanax. Hali Madere, 20, Thibodaux. Domestic abuse battery involving strangulation with child endangerment. Dreonta Robertson, 20, Thibodaux. Possession of marijuana; switched plates; turning movements and required signals; no seat belt; driver must be licensed.
said. Maybe, she thought, it was something the DJ was playing to get people to leave. “I was so confused.” She and Murray had separated from Parker and were in the outdoor patio area. Carter insisted on going back inside for her friend. The shots continued and the trio ran to a bathroom with other panicked clubgoers. It all seemed so unreal. “I was even Snapchatting in the bathroom stall,” she said. And then, the unthinkable: The shooter entered the bathroom and sprayed bullets. Blood was everywhere. “At that point, we knew this wasn’t a game. This was very real. It was shock; we just went from having the time of our lives to the worst time of our lives in a matter of minutes.” Carter was shot in the leg, and tried to wedge herself into the next stall. She heard the shooter make a phone call to 911. He said he wanted America to stop bombing his country. “We knew what his motive was. He wasn’t going to stop killing people until he was killed,” she said. She thought she heard the shooter talk with other co-conspirators. He said he had snipers outside. She could not believe one man could cause all this mayhem.
The gunman walked out and they heard more gunshots. Over the next long minutes, people texted loved ones and tried to call 911 themselves. The man came back into the bathroom and ordered all to silence their phones. She watched as his feet backed into the stall where she was lying. “Hey you,” he said to one man. Then he shot him. And another person, and another. One of those people shielded Carter, sparing her life but losing her own. Then a SWAT team broke through a concrete wall with a battering ram, busting the water pipes. The shooter and police exchanged gunfire and water flooded the floor. “If they don’t get to me soon, I’ll die in pile of bloody water,” she recalled thinking. She managed to pull herself into the other stall and sit up. She’d already been talking to God. “I really don’t think I’m going to get out of there,” she thought. “I made peace with God. Just please take me, I don’t want any more. I was just begging God to take the soul out my body.” But then, she was free. A SWAT team member picked her up and dragged her by the arms through the grass. Akyra, her friend, didn’t make it. She had just turned 18. ___ Follow Tamara Lush on Twitter at http://twitter.com/tamaralush
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Forgetful actor
An actor had been out of work for years because he always forgot his lines. One day he got a phone call from a director who wanted him for an important part in a play. All the actor had to say was, “Hark! I hear the cannon roar!” Opening night arrived,
and while he waited in the wings, the actor muttered to himself, “Hark! I hear the cannon roar! Hark! I hear the cannon roar!” The time for the entrance finally came. As the actor made his appearance onstage, he heard a loud BOOOOM! He turned around and said, “What the heck was that?”
MEN IN PRAYER Interdenominational Prayer Meeting All Men, All Churches Invited
Saturday, June 25
7:30 - 8:30 AM Jack’s Exxon In the Garage
14807 West Main, Cut Off
REAL MEN PRAY FOR THEIR FAMILIES ...Jesus Himself would often slip away to the wilderness and pray.
Luke 5:16
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