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Triche to be honored at Roast and Toast banquet
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Low-cost counseling available to clients below poverty line Gazette Staff Reports
The New Life Counseling Center’s mission statement reads that the local facility seeks to “make a positive difference in the lives of children, youth and adults in the South Lafourche community.” This past week, the counseling center got assurance that it will be able to do exactly that both now and into the future – thanks to a sizeable grant that will allow the facility to expand its services to clients. New Life recently announced that it was the recipient of a $6,000 grant provided by the Bayou Community Foundation – money that will go toward providing counseling for as little as $10/session for natives with incomes below the poverty line. See Counseling Page 6-A
by Larry Weidel
O n Thursday evening, A u g u s t 8th, a Toast & Roast BanSidney Triche quet will be held at the Larose Civic Center to honor one of this community’s outstanding citizens. For more than 60 years, Sidney Triche has been an active and vital part of the civic, cultural and business success of the south Lafourche area. “Sidney’s commitment to church, community, and family is worthy of recognition,” said Brent Duet, a member of a committee made up of community leaders who wanted to bring attention to this man’s life long contribution to our area. The committee decided to pay tribute to Sidney by having a fun Roast & Toast dinner at the Larose Civic Center to recognize all he has done and to raise some funds for a few of his favorite charities. Monies raised at this event will go to the Bayou Civic Club, Inc., Holy Rosary Catholic School, and Fish the Bayou, (Dusty Richardel Scholarship Fund). Individual’s tickets are $50 each. Corporate sponsors will pay $1000 for tables of 12 and be invited to a Meet & Greet pre-event. Tickets can be ordered by calling the Larose Civic Center at 985-693-7355. See Triche Page 6-A
MEETINGS WEDNESDAY, JULY 8 LAFOURCHE PARISH COUNCIL Special Meeting 5:00 p.m. 4876 Hwy. 1 - Mathews
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The Golden Meadow-Fourchon Tarpon Rodeo was by all accounts a huge success. Kaylie Bourg is pictured with rodeo weighmaster Marty Bourgeois. This was Kaylie’s first year fishing the rodeo in the adult fishing category. Kaylie has been fishing since the age of 5 in the children’s division.
Golden Meadow-Fourchon Tarpon Rodeo a hit Gazette Sports Reports
The weather stayed dry. Of course, that meant the temperatures stayed warm. And the fish in the Gulf of Mexico and the surrounding marshlands of Golden Meadow, Leeville and Fourchon cooperated and bit the bait. Combine that with a large turnout, lively bands and an abundance of food and drinks and one can easily state the obvious: the Golden Meadow-Fourchon Tarpon Rodeo was a serious hit. The annual rodeo took place throughout the Independence Day weekend at Moran’s Marina in Fourchon. Hundreds of thousands of fish were caught and weighed during the three-day event, which crowned champions in multiple categories. At night, musical acts entertained the crowds, which turned out in droves to support the event, which enjoyed its first year under its new re-
Breaux announces candidacy for Clerk of Court
Kim Breaux has announced his candidacy for clerk of court in a prepared statement. My name is Kim Breaux and I would like to take this opportunity to announce that I will be a candidate for Kim Breaux Clerk of Court of Lafourche Parish in the election to be held on October 24. I humbly ask for your vote and support to serve you as your full time Clerk of Court. I am 58-years old, married to Marsha Ricard Breaux for 20 years, born, reared, educated and worked my entire life along Bayou Lafourche. I am a Scada Communications Tech with Enterprise Products. My parents were Duffy and Lourie Breaux of Larose. Marsha and I have six children. After graduating from South Lafourche High School in 1975 I began a career in Telecommunications with Lafourche Telephone Company for 16 years, along with holding full-
See Breaux Page 6-A
branding efforts – a successful one, according to folks who organized and helped plan the week. “The week has been a big success,” 2015 Rodeo Admiral Eddie Callais said. “We’re a family event. That’s something that we will always be. We had a lot of kids compete. We had a lot of kayakers compete. We gave all the kids who fished a rod and a bag with some tackle. It’s all been great. We’ve all had a great time and a very enjoyable week.” On the final day of weigh-ins, it was a Baton Rouge man who snagged arguably the fish of the week. J.J. Tabor, of Baton Rouge, hauled in a massive, 206-pound, 3-ounce grouper that wowed the audience at the weigh station. See Rodeo Page 6-A
Cut Off business man seeking Parish Council seat for District 8
Cut Off resident Gary Champagne is announcing his candidacy for Councilman for District 8. Champagne is a graduate of Central Lafourche High School. He is a former owner of two supermarkets and current general manager of Doerle Food Serv- Gary Champagne ice’s Energy and Marine Division in Port Fourchon. Champagne is an active member in several local civic organizations, many of which he has held positions of office. He currently serves on the civil service board for Fire District #3. He and his wife of 44 years, Phyllis, attend Sacred Heart Catholic Church. They have three children and four grandchildren. In a press release, Champagne stated he admires the progress made by the parish council and its administration and would welcome the opportunity to work towards furthering that progress. See Champagne Page 6-A
Matt Dickinson, manager of New Life Counseling Center, receives a $6,000 check from Stephen Peltier, Chairman of the Bayou Community Foundation.
Some students could see higher fees at NSU this year
Some Nicholls State University students could pay higher fees this year according to Nicholls President Bruce Murphy. The authority to raise fees on individual programs is new for colleges and universities. State lawmakers passed House Bill 151 this year, which is a “way to generate revenue for high-cost programs,” state Higher Education Commissioner Joseph Rallo said. Murphy has been critical of the practice of raising tuition and fees to offset fewer state dollars. He has instead turned his focus to increasing the university’s declining enrollment See Nicholls Page 7-A
Jerry “Truck” Gisclair seeking re-election
Jerry “Truck” Gisclair, the current State Representative for District 54, has announced his intent to seek re-election. Gisclair stated in a press release: I have had the pleasure of serving our DisJerry “Truck” trict for the past 7-1/2 Gisclair years. Today, I am asking the people of District 54 to allow me to continue my mission of preserving our culture and way of life in south Louisiana. I am married to Linda Callais Gisclair. We are the proud parents of three daughters and their respective husbands, Gretchen and Donny Lerille, Andrea and Richie Galjour, and Kristy and Hugh Cheramie. We also have seven grandchildren. Our families are lifelong residents of District 54. I am the owner of Coastal Broadcasting Radio Network (KLRZ-Larose, See Gisclair Page 6-A
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Hands-on summer reading camps offered at COYC
Heather Chiasson, (Bachelor in elementary education and Reading Specialist Masters), will host a summer reading camp designed to teach basic and higher reading skills. Students will have hands-on learning, small group as well as individualized learning, and they will sing and dance their way to reading. The camp will take place at the Cut Off Youth Center on the following dates: 5-6 year olds, July 13-17 from 8-10 a.m.; 7-8 year olds, July 20-24 from 8-10 a.m.; 9–10 year olds, July 27-31 from 8-10 a.m.; 5-10 year olds, July 27-31 from 1-3 p.m. Cost is $50 for the week, and spots are limited. For more information email heatherchiasson82@gmail.c om.
Teams forming now for 1st Annual SLHS Alumni Golf Tourny
The 1st Annual South Lafourche High School Golf Tournament will be held on Saturday, August 22 at Tidelands Country Club. Tee times will be at 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. It will be a 2-player scramble for $75 per person. Hole sponsors will be $100. For more information or rules, contact Charlie
Comeaux at 985-677-1753 or Mel Guidroz at 985-6375822. Team information of names, email addresses and team contact phone number can be mailed with fees to: Charlie Comeaux, Edison Chouest Offshore, 16201 E. Man St., Cut Off, LA 70345. All proceeds will benefit the SLHS Quarterback Club.
SL Bank seeking donations for Relay For Life BB tourny
South Lafourche Bank is seeking donations of water, powerade, soft drinks, hot dogs and buns, hamburgers and buns, variety bags of chips, etc., to be turned in to any of their bank locations for the 3 on 3 Out Basketball Tournament which will be held on July 18 and 19 at the Cut Off Youth Center, starting at 9 a.m. All proceeds to benefit the SL Bank’s Relay for Life team. For more information contact Larica Rogers at 985-475-6500 or 985-2587289 or Briana Duet at 985632-3592 or 985-258-4559.
Walk A Thon to benefit local resident
A Walk-a-Thon will be held at the Golden Meadow Park on Saturday, July 11 to benefit Joseph Dardar. The entry fee will be $10 per person. Participants should be there for 9 a.m. to sign up. The first 10 people to sign up will get A Heart For Joseph t-shirt.
Hope Center postpones monthly breakfasts
The Hope Center and Rev. Morris Hunter would like to announce to pastors
in the area that the monthly breakfasts are cancelled for the months of July and August. The breakfasts will resume in September.
Animal Shelter open this Saturday
For the public’s convenience, the Lafourche Parish Animal Shelter will now open half a day on the first Saturday of each month. The Shelter will be open July 11 from 8 to 11 a.m. Save a life of a very deserving animal!! Adopt a shelter animal. Call the Animal Shelter, located in Thibodaux, at (985) 446-3532 or e-mail lpas@lafourche gov.org.
St. Vincent De Paul annual Rummage Sale this Thurs., Fri., and Sat. at Holy Rosary
Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church St. Vincent de Paul Conference will hold its annual rummage sale in the school cafeteria on July 9, 10 and 11. Sale times are from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, and 7 a.m. till 12-noon on Sunday. Members are now accepting donations between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. Donations of concession items and assistance during the sale is greatly appreciated. Proceeds from the sale will be used to continue the work of St. Vincent de Paul to help the needy and suffering in the community.
Bayou Council offers “Fireworks” Anger Management Classes
The Bayou Council Behavioral Health Services is sponsoring its “Fireworks” Anger Management Classes (3 two-hour sessions for ages 18 and over) on Thursdays from 3 to 5 p.m. on the following dates: Session #1, July 9; Session #2, July 16; and Session #3, July 23. Limited space is available. To enroll report to the Bayou Council Behavioral Health Services, 504 St. Louis St., Thibodaux with $150 enrollment fee (money order only). For more information call 985-446-0643.
FIRST Steps Pistol Orientation class Sat.
FIRST Steps Pistol Orientation presented by the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Saturday, July 11th from 8 a.m. to 12 noon at the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Shooting Range, 3451 Highway 182, Raceland. This class is designed for first-time firearms owners and persons looking to learn basic fundamentals about firearm ownership. The actual ending time will vary due to class size. “FIRST” stands for “Firearm Instruction, Responsibility, and Safety Training.” Cost is $50. Advance registration is required. For more information, contact: Lieutenant Lafate Day (985) 532-4327 lafateday@lpso.net This course is pre-requisite for those applying for a Concealed Handgun Permit from the State of Louisiana. The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office does not issue those permits. All participants must supply their own eye protection (eyeglasses or sunglasses will suffice), ear protection (plugs or muffs), and 50 rounds of ammunition.
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3rd Annual JP Birthday Bash Sat. to benefit Grant-A-Wish
The 3rd annual JP Birthday Bash at L’Esprit Lounge, 13940 W. Main, Larose, will be held on Saturday, July 11th in memory of Jory Pitre. All proceeds benefit the Troop C Grant-A-Wish Foundation. Doors open at 6 p.m. Music by “Drunk Punch Ponies”. Half and half raffle, live auction, etc. will be held. For more information or to donate auction items contact Zena Pitre at 985696-7020.
Community Bible Church hosting Vacation Bible School
Come discover God’s plan 4U (Son Spark Labs) at the Community Bible Church, 14757 E. Main, Cut Off on July 13-17 from 9 a.m. till 12 p.m., for children Pre-K through 6th grade. Registration is $5; iron on transfers, $3 and music CD, $5. For more information contact Sheila Gros at 985632-3077.
Men in Prayer meeting Saturday, Jack’s Exxon
An Interdenominational Prayer Meeting will be held for all men, all churches on Saturday, July 11th, from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. at Jack’s Exxon garage at 14807 W. Main, Cut Off.
AlStarz Academy hosting a Conceal Carry gun class
GM First Baptist Church holding Vacation Bible School
The First Baptist Church in Golden Meadow is holding its annual Vacation Bible School from July 13-17 from 6 to 8:30 p.m.
Cut Off man arrested for kidnapping A Cut Off man was arrested after kidnapping a juvenile early Sunday morning. Kaleb Bruce, 21, was arrested following an investigation into the incident. Through investigation, detectives learned two male juveniles of ages 12 and 15 were walking along West 163rd Street in Galliano during the early morning hours of Sunday, July 5, when Bruce pulled up alongside. Bruce, who was known to the boys, then allegedly grabbed the 12-year-old and placed him in the rear seat of his vehicle. He also had placed a duffel bag over the boy’s face and tied his hands together. Detectives learned the boy was able to escape within about 15 minutes and called for help. Detectives made contact with Bruce and questioned him about the incident. Bruce admitted to being on West 163rd Street and making contact with the juveniles. He said he went there to enter into a physical altercation with a man who was related to the 12-year-old boy. After obtaining consent to search Bruce’s vehicle, detectives
A Conceal Carry Gun class will be held on Saturday, July 11 at the Alstarz Cheerleading Academy, located at 13347 W. Main St., Larose.
Head baseball coach sought at SLHS
South Lafourche High School is currently taking applications for the position of head baseball coach. The position includes teaching boys physical education at the school. Contact South Lafourche athletic director Brian Callais at bcallais@ lafourche.k12.la.us or via phone at (985) 691-1809.
Seat belt checkpoint set for Thursday, July 9
The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office will conduct a seat belt checkpoint in Lafourche Parish during the daylight hours of Thursday, July 9. Deputies will be checking motorists for seat belt and safety seat violations, as well as other violations such as expired inspection tags.
Interested in fall sports? Contact Special Olympics
If you are interested in the fall sports of swimming, horseshoes and t-ball, go to the Cut Off Youth Center on Tuesday and Thursday from 5 to 6 p.m. For more information look up the facebook page: Special Olympics Lafourche. Information for the other sports and document for new participants will be available.
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located a duffel bag in the rear seat which had allegedly been used in the incident. Following the investigation, detectives placed Bruce under arrest for simple kidnapping, and he was transported to the Lafourche Parish Detention Center in Thibodaux. He is being held in lieu of $100,000 bond as set by Judge F. Hugh Larose, and he is also being held for Louisiana Probation and Parole.
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“In a Small Pond” By Leroy Martin
Political Campaign Songs II
The world my generation inhabited in the 1950s and 60s was greatly different than today. Radio was still dominant but television would soon relagate it to a niche of only music and talk, a mere shadow of its former self. There were no PC’s, IPhones, IPads or even IHops. One of the few things we had in common were theme songs. Every form of entertainment, bands, radio and TV programs, movie cartoons, serials, short subjects, (March of Time, Three Stooges, newsreels, etc.), had its own theme song. Radio had Dragnet … Dum De Dum Dum, and The Long Ranger’s William Tell Overture. Television had Gilligan’s Island and The Brady Bunch which most people knew by heart. Movies had The Godfather
theme and Jaws, which still shivers my spine, and political campaigns such as FDR’s “Happy Days Are Here Again”, “I Like Ike”, and JFK’s “High Hopes”, sung by Frank Sinatra. In Lafourche Parish, we followed the custom and my custom was to seek customers to write custom songs for: “Insurance Checks” to the tune of “Shrimp Boats” for Senator Caillouet; “South to Louisiana” for Robichaux/Landry; “I Got The Fever” for Dick Guidry; “Open Up Your Heart” for Francis Dugas; and “I Got A Tiger By The Tail” for two separate candidates, all with appropriate and timely lyrics. In 1968 boat magnate Minor Cheramie ordered two, one for Sheriff Eddie St. Marie and one for Gover-
nor John McKeithen, both running for re-election. What a dilemma as St. Marie was actively opposing my boss, the assessor, so I couldn’t be identified. Solution? I hired a singer from Lafayette and eliminated all credits. No one ever knew … until now! It was evident that the sheriff and governor and my other clients were all going to be re-elected. Confession: I did not vote for all of the candidates I wrote songs for, but all’s well that ends well. I also wrote songs for friends running for civic club offices like my fellow employee Lillian Duet, running for District President of her women’s club and Police Juror Larry Uzee, running for District President of the Lions Club and two songs for the Thibodaux Fireman’s fair requested by Thibodaux Mayor Warren Harang, Jr. I sang a Dixieland number with Ted Hoffman’s Band and Vin Bruce sang a Cajun one. Well financed, we recorded with two bands in a real studio. All the others were recorded at home or KTIB. Both candidates won and … well, the Thibodaux Firemen are always winners. My clients received praise for the professionalism of the records. Profes-
sional? Expensive? Yes and no. Today karaoke has made music tracts available to anyone. Not then! Having possession of such material was unheard of, but here’s a secret: I recorded on a 2tract recorder with a separate recorder playing the music tracks as we listened and sung with earphones. How were the music tracts acquired? No larceny involved. A friend of mine was a recording engineer in Nashville and sold me music tracts of hits by the biggest stars including Buck Owens and Eddie Arnold. The charge was $50 per and I had to pick from those he engineered. Legal? For me, yes. For him, I don’t know, I never asked. I wrote appropriate new lyrics, recorded over the music tracks and “Voila” a campaign song with a wellknown hit melody was born. For St. Marie and McKeithen I used the same music tract, Buck Owens’ “I’ve got a Tiger by the Tail” Examples: “Let’s all vote for Eddie St. Marie, let’s give him another victory. As our sheriff he won’t ever fail. Law and order will prevail”. And: “Let’s all vote McKeithen once again. We all know that he deserves to win. He will serve us all through thick or thin. Let’s all vote for Big John once again.” If you’re curious, a single-track medley is available for MP3, PC or IPhone on ITunes. Next week, I find a cowriter, a most prominent citizen. BYE NOW!
Nominations currently being accpted for Best of Lafourche Top 25 Oil and Gas Professionals Leadership Lafourche, the Lafourche Chamber of Commerce, and the Thibodaux Chamber of Commerce invites the community to nominate individuals for this year’s Best of Lafourche award focusing on the Top 25 oil and gas professionals. The purpose of the award is to recognize the significant role that the oil and gas industry plays in the prosperity of the community. The 25 honorees who are drawn from the oil and gas industry and support services, are judged on their outstanding career achievements and contributions to the quality of life and ongoing prosperity of the Lafourche community. To be eligible, individuals must either reside or have a place of operations in Lafourche Parish, work
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The U.S. Postal Service is offering an Elvis Presley greatest hits CD to go along with a new commemorative stamp. “ELVIS FOREVER” will be available online and in select post offices beginning Aug. 12 along with the stamp, which features a black-and-white image of the young “King of Rock ‘n’ Roll.” The stamp and CD are part of this year’s Elvis Week celebration in Memphis, Tennessee. The RCA/Legacy Recordings album includes 18 Elvis hits and a new performance of “If I Can Dream.” The Postal Service featured Elvis on a stamp in 1993, one of the most popular commemorative stamps of all time. ___
Man shoots off firework from top of his head, dies instantly
CALAIS, Maine (AP) — A 22-year-old man who was drinking and celebrating
the Fourth of July tried to launch a firework off the top of his head, killing him instantly, authorities said Sunday. Devon Staples and his friends had been drinking and setting off fireworks Saturday night in the backyard of a friend’s home in eastern Maine. Staples, 22, of Calais, a small city on the Canadian border, placed a reloadable fireworks mortar tube on his head and told his friends he was going to light it. But his friends urged him to stop. Staples’s brother Cody told the Daily News of New York that he was a few feet away when his brother lit the firework and was the first to come to his side after it exploded. “There was no rushing him to the hospital. There was no Devon left when I got there,” said 25-year-old Cody Staples, who called it an accident. In Montana on Saturday, a 32-year-old man was killed at a Billings home in a fireworks accident involving a mortar tube. And in New Jersey, a 52-year-old man blew off a large piece of his left leg below the knee when he set off a tennis-ball sized firework in Leonia. ___
Exhibit opens about black experience in WWII
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — About to be overrun by Germans, a young black lieutenant called in an artillery barrage on his own position, knowing he’d be killed. It was the only way to hold off the enemy. The sacrifice by 1st Lt. John Fox is one of many endured by the 100,000 African-American service members during World War II and is now the focus of an exhibit at the National World War II Museum in New Orleans. Titled “Fighting for the Right to Fight: The African American Experience in WWII,” the exhibit runs from July 4 through May 30, 2016. It describes discrimination before and after the war as well as in the military during World War II. The exhibit also includes an original 8 1/2 -
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Houma man killed in Terrebonne Parish crash
THERIOT, La. (AP) — Louisiana State Police say a Houma man was killed in a one-vehicle accident in Terrebonne Parish. State troopers identified the victim as 27-yearold Marc Boudreaux. Troopers say the accident occurred about 3 a.m. Friday when Boudreaux’s car ran off a road and flipped over twice. Boudreaux was pronounced dead on the scene by the Terrebonne Parish Coroner’s Office. Troopers say a routine toxicology tests are pending. The accident remains under investigation. ___
Alligator kills 28-year-old Texas man during swim
ORANGE, Texas (AP) — A man was killed early Friday when an alligator attacked him during a late-night swim at a Southeast Texas marina, according to police. Orange police Capt. Robert Enmon said Tommie Woodward, 28, suffered severe trauma to a limb when he was attacked early Friday morning at the private marina, which is along a bayou extending from the Sabine River near the Louisiana line. Orange County sheriff’s deputies and a Texas game warden found his body nearby about two hours later. Police said Woodward, who lived near the marina in Orange, was swimming when it appears he was bitten soon after he jumped in. The owners of the marina recently had spotted a large alligator on a few occasions, and put up a sign warning people to stay out of the water. They estimated that animal was longer than 11 feet. Authorities are not hunting the alligator but a private effort may be launched to capture it, he said. ___
1 coastal Louisiana parish not settling with BP
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The newly announced BP oil spill settlement covers the federal government, the five Gulf states and “the vast majority of local governmental entities” in those states. However, the government of one of Louisiana’s hardest hit areas, coastal Plaquemines Parish, says it has not yet agreed to a settlement. The parish juts out into the Gulf of Mexico from Louisiana’s southeastern tip. Oil from the 2010 spill fouled sections of its marshy coastline. In a Thursday news release, the parish government said it could not, in good conscience, settle for the amount it was being offered. Without saying how much it was offered or how much it seeks, the parish said it wants to be able to rebuild pelican nesting grounds and recover millions of dollars in spill-related administrative costs. ___
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Phoenix firefighters pull man out of chimney
PHOENIX (AP) — Phoenix firefighters have rescued a man who became stuck after trying to re-enter a house through the chimney. Fire Capt. Aaron Ernsberger says it took 30 minutes Sunday morning for firefighters to free the 23year-old man. He was taken to a hospital in stable condition. Ernsberger says the man’s friends locked him out of the house as a prank. The man thought he could get back inside through the chimney. Firefighters were called to the scene shortly before 3 a.m. Phoenix Fire Department video shows firefighters chipping away at a chimney wall and pulling the man out. The man, completely covered in soot, was able to walk but appeared to be limping.
How 5 Gulf Coast states will divide BP oil spill settlement
Wednesday, July 8, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Most of the $18.7 billion proposed settlement that BP reached over its 2010 Gulf of Mexico oil spill would go to five Gulf Coast states, if the deal is approved by a judge. A portion of the settlement is not assigned to any particular state. Here’s how the state-specific money breaks down, with payments to states being made over nearly two decades:
ALABAMA Alabama would receive $2.3 billion. Gov. Robert Bentley said the settlement would steer $1.3 billion for coastal environmental restoration. He said some of the $1.3 billion has already been paid to the state. Another $1 billion for will go to the state’s general fund as compensation from economic damages from the spill. Bentley said that money, which equates to $55.5 million a year, will help the cash-strapped budget, but will not solve the state’s current fiscal crisis, with lawmakers facing a $200 million deficit next year. FLORIDA Florida would receive $3.25 billion, with about $2 billion for economic loss and the rest distributed throughout the state to environmental projects such as beaches and piers. Attorney General Pam Bondi said Florida would receive more than $400 million for economic losses in early 2016. Three-quarters of that money would go to Triumph Gulf Coast, a trust fund set up by the Legislature, to help the eight counties in the Florida Panhandle that were most affected by the spill. The final 25 percent of the money would be distributed throughout Florida by the Legislature. The remaining money would be distributed over the next 17 years. LOUISIANA Louisiana would receive at least $6.8 billion, Attorney General Buddy Caldwell said. Caldwell said the $6.8 billion includes $5 billion for natural resources damages, at least $787 million for civil penalties under the federal Clean Water Act and $1 billion for economic damages caused by the oil spill. Both the natural resources damages and Clean Water Act penalty dollars are expected to be largely used for coastal restoration projects, wetlands and wildlife habitat repair, and environmental rehabilitation. State lawmakers last year agreed to use the economic damages money to refill Louisiana’s “rainy day” fund and an elderly trust fund that had been drained to plug budget gaps. In addition to the $6.8 billion, Louisiana also would receive a share of $600 million BP has agreed to set aside to pay for assessing environmental damage and other state expenses. Caldwell said that would include reimbursement for attor-
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neys’ fees and other state litigation expenses. MISSISSIPPI Mississippi would receive about $2.2 billion, Gov. Phil Bryant and Attorney General Jim Hood said. That includes $1.5 billion announced Thursday and $659 announced previously. Most of the $1.5 billion would go toward environmental restoration, with a portion to economic development. The Legislature would decide how to spend $750 million over 17 years. The $659 million announced earlier includes payments to cover environmental damage and other projects. The state Department of Environmental Quality says money will cover several projects, including restoration of marshes and artificial reef habitats, preservation of streams. The department says about $10.4 million will be spent at Infinity Space Center, a tourist attraction run by NASA at Stennis Space Center in Hancock County. TEXAS Texas would receive more than $788 million, Gov. Greg Abbott said. More than $638 million would be used for restoration projects, Attorney General Ken Paxton said. The remaining $150 million would compensate the state for economic damages. In its lawsuit against BP, Texas had argued the oil spill cost the state a variety of tax revenues, including sales taxes, hotel occupancy taxes and mixed beverage taxes. The suit also claimed the spill reduced revenues at three state parks and injured, destroyed or contaminated coastal habitats and a variety of wildlife. Officials with two centers in Texas that are conducting research on the Gulf Coast region in the wake of the oil spill said the settlement money would help with their work.
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It won first prize by an astounding 200-plus pounds, outweighing the 5pound, 9-ounce grouper that Jonathan Lindley, of Thibodaux snagged. The victorious grouper was easily the largest fish caught in the entire shoreline division, which had seven total categories. It helped Tabor earn the rodeo’s Outstanding Shoreline Division Fisherman Award. The Baton Rouge native also won the title for King Mackerel, weighing a 45pound, 6-ounce fish. “It’s awesome,� Tabor said of the successful rodeo. “We had a great time, and the grouper was huge. As soon as it was hooked, we had an idea that it was a pretty special fish.� In the inshore division, a well-known local name shined, as Terrebonne Parish Sheriff Jerry Larpenter took home first, second and third place for Rat Reds. He weighed fish of 8pounds, 14 ounces, 8pounds, 1-ounce and 7-pounds, 13-ounces to take the title. Sheriff Larpenter also won Rat Red Stringer, weighing in at 36-pounds, 6-ounces. In the kid’s division, Cut Off native Austin Danos also hooked a nice rat red, winning the title
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with a 7-pound, 6-ounce lunker. The 2015 rodeo was the first in this annual event’s history that was enjoyed indoors with air conditioning. The rodeo featured a fully cooled tent that provided hospitable conditions to everyone in attendance. That, plus a satellite television system in the tent allowed folks to watch fish being weighed without needing to go outdoors and endure the heat. It all added up to creating a hospitable, home-like feel, which is exactly what Callais and his group were looking for. He said that he wanted to thank all of the event’s sponsors and supporters for allowing things to go as smoothly as they did. “We’re going to take what we did this year and work hard to try and do even better next year,� Callais said. “People are telling us they’re having a good time and that they can’t wait to do it again next year.�
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time employment with the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office during that time period as a deputy, investigator and traffic cop. While employed with the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office I held a position with the United States Customs as customs officer under the Blue Lightning Drug Task Force. My position when leaving the sheriff’s office was detective. I then served as an Independent Landman for 5 years and performed courthouse research in virtually every parish in Louisiana and county in Mississippi. My experience in research was performed on site at each courthouse in the clerk’s office. This experience enabled me to observe and work among some of the more efficient clerk’s offices around. I then returned to the communication field where
I worked for the past 20 years, working for all the major oilfield companies as a communications tech. My work area included 12 states and Mexico. I have also served as a Commissioner for the Lafourche Parish Fire District #3 for 12 years. I am a member of the Krewe of Versailles Carnival Club and have served as President, 1st and 2nd Vice President and then King. I donate my time throughout Lafourche Parish by cooking for fundraisers and helping when needed. My experiences in the sheriff’s office along with working in courthouses, specifically clerk of court offices, in this state and others provides me insight and an advantage over any opponent of how I along with a motivated staff can improve the services of the Lafourche Parish Clerk’s Office. I also work on large projects and that include accountability of products and good stewardship with funds and contractors accountability. I will be a full time responsible clerk eager to provide the best possible service to you, the judicial network and government agencies of Lafourche Parish. The Clerk’s Office is the custodian of all legal records and documents, historical and present day. As your Clerk of Court I will be accessible and ready to provide the best possible service to you. I humbly ask for your support towards my candidacy for Clerk of Court for the Parish of Lafourche.
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Of special importance to him is improved maintenance and beautification of the parish as well as continued efforts to pursue drainage projects in order to make Lafourche a safer place for building new homes and businesses. “Together we can make Lafourche the envy of the state. Let’s show them why this is the place they want to live.�
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KLEB-Golden Meadow, and KANE-New Iberia), Bayou Portuguese Citrus Farm, and EUI Telecommunications. I am a 1966 graduate of Larose-Cut Off High School and proudly served our country in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War. As your current State Representative, I serve on the Natural Resources and Environment Committee, Transportation-Highways and Public Works Committee, Special Committee on Military and Veterans Affairs, Agriculture-ForestryAquaculture and Rural Development Committee, and the Committee on Coastal Restoration and Flood Control. We are facing challenging times with our fragile environment and a tough economic climate. I want to continue my efforts of representing you and your families. On October 24th, please consider voting for Jerry “Truck� Gisclair.
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All donations are tax deductible. Sidney Triche is a life long resident of Larose. He was born in Delta Farms in 1937. His father was an outdoorsman, trapper, and fur buyer who later became a barber. Sidney attributes his love for fishing and hunting to his dad. He also says a hard work ethic and generous spirit came from his father. His mom was a strong spiritual influence teaching him the importance of God and family. Going to church every day during Lent and serving as an alter boy every Sunday while coming from a strong family must have paid off. Sidney has served as a Lector at Holy Rosary Church for 33 years and has been married to Annette Guidry Triche for
58 years. In high school, Sidney participated in FFA and 4H Club activities such as chorus, the debate team and public speaking where he won state recognition. That ability would follow him favorably throughout his life. He also played six-man football at LCO and won the state championship in 1952. He attended SLI a couple of years but returned to Larose to get married, become a barber, and work alongside his dad for 9 years. Sid married Annette in 1957 and they had four daughters, Cyd, Michelle, Lilly and Carmen. Living in a two-bedroom house and working as a barber, he knew he had to find a better job. That opportunity came when he met a New York Life Insurance agent who encouraged him to sell life insurance. It didn’t take Sidney long to rise to become one of the top NYL agents in the United States. This year Sid celebrates 50 years with New York Life. Another long-term commitment Sidney has made is as a member of the Lafourche Parish Water District. He has served on the board for 44 years, and president for the past 21 years. Sidney’s community involvement has probably touched every family in the south Lafourche area and beyond. Here are a few of his activities: - First president of the South Lafourche High School Booster Club - Selected Small Businessman of the Year by the South Lafourche Chamber of Commerce - President and General Chairman of the Golden Meadow Tarpon Rodeo - President of the Nicholls Colonel Club with Vernon Galliano - Represented New York Life Ins. on the National Political Action Committee in D.C. Elected to the Lafourche Parish School Board from 1962 to 1968 - One of the originators of the Krewe of Versailles – serving as King in 1988. - Volunteered as an auctioneer for community organizations since 1960 Sidney Triche is being honored for his years of service to the community he lives in. Besides his personal involvement in family, church, and a successful career, he is most valued as an auctioneer for just about every local festival, fair and civic club from Lockport to Grand Isle. He has helped to raise millions of dollars locally for charities, churches and good causes. A later article will focus on the organizations he has helped and more about his very active participation in this community. Please make plans now to help us honor Sidney Triche.
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The grant lasts from July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016 or however long the $6,000 lasts in providing discounted rates to local clients. According to New Life Counseling Center Executive Director Matt Dickinson, the entire process has been a gamechanger in providing locals with the help that they may need to overcome the many difficult obstacles that occur throughout life. “We charged based on a sliding scale based on one’s income, and our lowest fee right now is currently $45,� Dickinson said. “But what this grant will do is it’ll pay $35 of that $45 for people, meaning that they can get our services for as little as $10 if they can provide proof that their income is on the poverty line or below it. “We’re excited about it. It’s a great thing. We just need to make sure that we can get that information out to the public now so that everyone knows that this is something that’s available – right here on our bayou.�
holds a Ph. D in psychology and counseling. Dickinson said he will do his due diligence on the project, as well – specifically in terms of finances. The overall goal, of course, is to increase the quality of life and the experiences of everyone locally so that we can be a happier, more united community. Dickinson said he smiles with pride every time he sees a client come into the facility and gets the much-needed help that he/she needs. That feeling of pride becomes even warmer and stronger when the client then progresses and finds that balance and happiness that was lacking. To know that this can happen to more people around the area is something that Dickinson said he and the entire staff at New Life Counseling Center is proud of and will never take for granted. “When those things happen, it’s definitely awesome,� Dickinson said. “We’re one of the only counseling firms that’s this far south. This is something that we’re proud of and something that we hope can take care of a lot of the people who live in our area.� To schedule an appointment with New Life Counseling Center, call 632-7797.
The Cut Off-based facility is one where folks can get any number of counseling services. Dickinson said that New Life offers parenting, relationship, substance abuse, anger management anxiety and depression counseling, among other offerings. “We pretty much run the gamut in respect to our counseling services,� Dickinson said. That wide range of expertise means that almost anyone locally in poverty with a demand for a counselor can benefit from what’s being offered. According to the grant, the poverty line for an individual is anyone with an annual income at or below $11,770. For each dependent added to a family, the annual income per family rises by $4,140. The proposal was titled “Access to Care� because New Life “believes that is what this program offers to the underserved in our community.� It then states that “funding would allow us to serve many additional families each month who could not otherwise receive counseling.� “We have a lot of people who come in and they just can’t afford that $45 fee,� Dickinson said. “It’s unfortunate. But with this, a lot of those people who couldn’t get help will now be able to do so.� Clinical Director Kristyn S. Carver will oversee the project. She is a licensed professional counselor, board-approved supervisor and she also
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Yellowfin Elite Series coming to Lafourche Parish Some of the best redfish anglers in the country are going to try their luck in the fish-happy brackish waters of Lafourche Parish this weekend. When it’s all said and done, the one who is crowned champion will walk away with $10,000 cash. The Academy Sports and Outdoors Yellowfin Elite Series will hold the “Lafourche Open” this weekend in Leeville from Thursday, July 9, to Saturday, July 11, at Topwater Marina. A total of 40 anglers will compete in an event which will pay out $10,000 to the winner and will be filmed, produced and aired on Destination America. Anglers from all over the South will compete for the prize, but there will be locals on hand, too – many, many locals. Paul Dufrene IV is the circuit’s 2014 Angler of the Year and fellow South Lafourche High School graduate Lance Reynolds has enjoyed big-time success, as well. Raceland native Chad Billiot is also expected to compete in the weekend, which will mark the series’
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final stop in Louisiana before heading out west to Texas to complete its season. “It’s really a blessing,” Dufrene said of his opportunity to fish professionally in addition to his work at Dufrene Building Materials. “It’s a chance to stay competitive in something and we all have a lot of fun. … There’s a lot of strategy that’s involved. It’s more than just catching fish. It’s competitive, but it’s a blast.” “What an awesome experience,” Reynolds added. “Coming from such a competitive background playing sports, red fishing allows me to continue this competitive nature against the very best that there is to offer.” And this event will bring them all right here to the salty shores of Southeastern Louisiana. The Yellowfin Elite Series has been rapidly growing and expanding throughout the past few years in the south. About five years ago, outdoorsmen and businessmen Pat Malone and Will Fowler, with HT3 Outdoors, decided to delve into redfish tournaments after previously doing bass fishing events.
There have been a few evolutions of the format and name changes along the way, but in 2014, the Yellowfin Elite Redfish Series was born, which is the circuit still in place today. The rules of the tournaments pit one angler per boat in a head-to-head competition. When it’s all said and done for a given week, the person who logs the most weight within their string of fish is declared champion and given the prize money. Over the long haul, anglers are given points based on how they finish, and the results of the Lafourche Open will count toward that tally in the 2015 season. Since starting the Yellowfin Elite Series, countless local anglers have competed in the events – most of whom have competed favorably and have done our area proud. At press-time, all of the top four anglers in the 2015 Yellowfin Elite Series points chase were from our bayou. Former NFL player and South Lafourche graduate Nicky Savoie holds the lead with 787 points, followed by Dufrene, Reynolds and Billiot, who lag back with 786, 782 and 769, respectively. The series has become more popular than ever re-
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cently, including a glistening TV deal with Destination America, who will replay the Lafourche Open on tape delay. Penalties are given to fishermen who weigh dead fish, and there’s a limit of five fish per day per angler. All 40 fishermen will compete in the first two days of the tournament, but only the top tier will compete on Saturday – the day the champion is crowned. Camera crews will be on-site for all three days, which promises to give locals a fishing experience like this area has never seen before. The whole thing is considered amazing to those who do it. Both Reynolds and Dufrene said they never expected to fish professionally. But they love it. “Never in my wildest dreams did I ever expect to be considered a semi-pro angler,” Reynolds said. “I started fishing tournaments because of the competitive nature and opportunity to compete against the very best. Boy, has it been a fun ride so far.” “It’s really something that’s memorable,” Dufrene added. “You get to know a lot of the other guys and you just make a lot of good memories. I’m really blessed for this opportunity, and I look forward to continuing in the future.”
more students. Since the 2010-11 academic year, Nicholls’ tuition increased by 10 percent each year. Last year Nicholls increased tuition for in-state students 13 percent to $3,617 and for out-of-state students 10 percent to $8,740. This year, that increase isn’t necessary, officials said, as lawmakers were able to make up most of a $608 million gap they began the legislative session with. Early projections had Nicholls losing more than $12 million in state money, but the final cut to Nicholls is about $73,000, Murphy said.
Wednesday, July 8, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE
GOLDEN MEADOW – FOURCHON TARPON RODEO WINNERS:
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BIG GAME Tarpon – None Yellowfin Tuna - Tyler Merrick, 153-pounds, 5-ounces Wahoo – Lee Bouziga, 29-pounds, 5-ounces Dolphin – Reggie Ledet, 27-pounds, 4-ounces Blackfin Tuna – Philip Renfrow, 29-pounds Outstanding Big Game Fisherman – Lee Bouziga
INSHORE DIVISION Drum – Keith Hebert, 48-pounds, 3-ounces Flounder – Darrel Ledet, 5-pounds, 8-ounces Gaftopsail – Roy Autin, 6-pounds, 10-ounces Bull Redfish – Kevin Terrebonne, 38-pounds, 1-ounce Rat Red – Jerry Larpenter, 8-pounds, 14-ounces Rat Red Stringer – Jerry Larpenter, 36-pounds, 6-oz. Sheepshead – Lawrence Plaisance, 5-pounds Specks – Joey Guidry, 3-pounds, 12-ounces
SHORELINE DIVISION Bonito – Hunter Andras, 13-pounds, 10-ounces Cobia – Jake Charpentier, 47-pounds, 6-ounces Grouper – J.J. Tabor, 206-pounds, 3-ounces Jack Crevalle – Brett Orgeron, 28-pounds, 6-ounces King Mackerel – J.J. Tabor, 45-pounds, 6-ounces Mangrove Snapper – Britton Comeaux, 11-lbs, 11-oz. Spanish Mackerel – Dominick Fillinich, 6-lbs, 5-ounces Outstanding Shoreline Division Angler – J.J. Tabor
Wade Bourg’s 29 lb.16 oz. Redfish
KAYAK DIVISION Cajun Slam – Ryan Alleman, 9-pounds, 11-ounces Rat Red – Seth Rodriguez, 7-pounds, 6-ounces Specks – Gairi Williamson, 1-pound, 8-ounces Leopard Redfish – Gairi Williamson, 8 spots
SPEARFISHING DIVISION Barracuda – George Ansardi, 34-pounds, 6-ounces Cobia – Rafe Antill, 50-pounds, 4-ounces Grouper – Will DeMugh, 27-pounds, 9-ounces Jack Crevalle – David Hood, 25-pounds, 12-ounces Mangrove Snapper – Will DeMugh, 11-pounds, 13-oz. Sheepshead – George Ansardi, 6-pounds, 10-ounces Triggerfish – Rafe Antill, 4-pounds, 1-ounce Miscellaneous – Troy Donaldson, 26-pounds, 6-ounces CHILDREN’S DIVISION Drum – Kooper Worley, 25-pounds Flounder – Trey Wanko, 1-pound, 11-ounces Gaftopsail – Cade Ougel, 4-pounds, 5-ounces Rat Red – Austin Danos, 7-pounds, 6-ounces Sheepshead – Carter Callais, 4-pounds Leopard Redfish – Mason Bousegard, 22 spots
Samuel Simpson’s Redfish
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Wednesday, July 8, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE
HOMES
House For Sale: 3 br plus bonus room, 1 ba, lg. kitchen, dining rm, lg. yard, newly remodeled, Cut Off area. Asking $125,000. Call 985665-7375. _________________ (2) Houses For Sale in Galliano, being sold together on same property, both have new metal roofs, a 4 br & a 2 br. Dramatically reduced to sell. $60,000. Call 985475-6386. _________________
LAND
Land For Sale: Raw land, approx. 631’x102’ near levee between W. 163rd and W. 164th St., Galliano. Call 985-6410083. _________________ Rural Property For Sale: 60+/acres for sale. Good hunting, deer, turkey & ducks. Property is between Union & Ouachita WMA’s. Running creek. 16x80 trailer with 3 br, 2 ba, good cond., with back porch. Property is fenced & cross fenced, 3 gas wells on property. $200,000 firm. Marion, LA. Union Parish. Call Larry Dufrene at 318608-1700. _________________
BUSINESS
OPPORTUNITY
Beautiful Office or Commercial Building For Rent. Great location. Hwy 1, Cut Off. Call 691-3290 or 691-1317. _________________ Restaurant Building For Lease: Great location/move in ready, 13025 Hwy. 1, Larose. Fully equipped/addt’l b-b-q room attached. Approx. 3,000 sq ft., $ 3 0 0 0 / m t h , $1000/dep. Serious inquiries only. Call 985-665-7375. _________________ Warehouse Building For Rent/Lease: 1200 sq ft, office space included, Hwy. 1, Larose/50’ of bayou side property included. $1500/mth, $1000/dep. FMI call 985-665-7375. _________________ Office for rent in Larose, (next to LCO). 1400 sq. ft., with waiting room. Receptionist area, 6 rms, kitchenette & restroom. For more info., call 985-693-8770. _________________
FOR RENT
Trailer For Rent: 2 br, 2 ba, no pets, Galliano area. $750/mth, $750/dep. Must have references. Call 985278-8974. _________________ Trailer For Rent in Galliano: 2 br, no pets, clean quiet mature adults only. $700/mth, $300/dep. Call 985-475-6386. _________________
Apts. For Rent in Larose: 2 br, 1 ba, $700/mth, $700/security dep., no pets, no smoking (no exceptions). FMI call 985537-3567. _________________ Trailer For Rent: Quiet place/quiet person! No pets, no children, 1 br, 1 ba, furn., $650/mth, $400/dep. Utilities/cable included. Call 985-6913104 for application. Only quiet/clean people apply please. _________________ For Rent: Partially furnished 1BR with washer / dryer and carport. Single person only, no pets, no smoking. $750/dep. and $750/rent. 985232-1771 or 985-2624715 _________________ Trailer For Rent in Larose on lg. lot, 2 br, 2 ba. $750/mth, $750/dep. Call 985691-1367 and leave voice mail. _________________ Apt. For Rent in Larose, 1 br, on W. 14th St. $600/mth, $600/dep. Call 985991-8119. _________________
American Realty Barbara
Buying or Selling?
Cote Blanche Connection Apts. Hwy. 3161, Cut Off. For Rent spacious 2 br, 1 ba, apt., full kitchen, w/d included, pets w e l c o m e d . $1000/mth. See pics at coteblancheapartments.com. Call Bill at 985-325-5626 FMI. _________________
Panky
Lisa
Kim
Liz
Susan
Our team is ready to help!
200 Hwy. 3161, Cut Off Panky Christen, Broker
Boo
Small House For Rent in Larose. Single occupancy or married couple, furn., utilities pd. $700/mth, $500/dep. Call 985696-0818. _________________ House For Rent: 232 E. 2nd St., Larose. 3 br, 1 ba, recently renovated inside, $900/mth, plus security deposit, no pets, no smoking, appl. included. Responsible, mature individuals need only apply please. Call 985-6323984 or 985-6960825. _________________
Apt. For Rent: Located on W. 7th St., Larose. 1 br, we pay water, total electric, clean, remodeled, no pets allowed. $550/mth. Call Scott at 985-291-1146 or 985-696-4785. _________________ House For Rent: 3 br, 1 ba, living rm, kitchen, dining rm, spare rm, front porch, fenced in yard. W. 161st St. Taking applications. $975/mth, $975/dep. Call 985258-7352. _________________ (3) Single br. Apts. For Rent. All utilities included, w/d provided, no pets allowed, no smoking. $675/mth, $500/dep. Call 985-798-5800. _________________ House For Rent: 3 br, 1 ba, newly renovated, stove, w/d, central ac/heat, water pd. $700/mth, $700/dep. No pets. Call 985-278-0655. _________________ House For Rent/Sale: 2 br, 1 ba, no smoking, no pet. 111 W. 80th St. $750/mth, $750/dep. House For Sale also $58,000 firm offer. Call 985-632-4801. _________________
985-325-7107
Each office is independently owned & operated.
Boo Legendre
American Realty USA
985-696-7377
Apt. For Rent in Lockport area. 2 br, with appliances, w/d. $650/mth, $600/dep. FMI call 985-7987433. _________________
FOR RENT Mobile Homes, Cabins, Campers and Lots - with Laundromat & Store. Campers for Sale - lease purchase or cash.
De Renta: Trailas solares y campers con Lavenderia y tienda Hispana para servirles mejor. 108 Peterson Lane, Galliano 985-637-4133 _________________
Office Space for Sub-Lease: Over 1340+ Sq Feet, Picciola Complex in Cut Off. $1,000 / Monthly Lease. Call Lisa w/ Century 21 American Realty.
985-691-4947
MERCHANDISE
Plastic Pallets For Sale: $10 ea. or $8 ea. for 15 or more. Call 985-693-7229 FMI. _________________
55 gallon drums for sale with lid. $20 each. Call 985-2919490 FMI. _________________ 9 foot Lifting A Frame For Sale with 2 ton chain fall, $600; new front & rear bumpers for 2014 Chevy 3500 Dually pick up truck, $300 ea. Call 985-6917267, leave message. _________________
BOATS
Fishing Vessel L & M For Sale: 47x16, steel hull. Asking $45,000. FMI call 985-6914008. _________________
GARAGE SALES
Garage Sale: July 8 from 12 pm to 7 pm, July 9 from 8 am to 6 pm, July 10 from 8 am to 5 pm at 138 Ledet Lane, Golden Meadow. 2 streets passed the Clinic Drug Store, last brick house on the right. Rain or shine-tents will be set up. We have a little bit of everything. This is a first time sale. We have tons of children’s books, TY Beanie babies, old dishes, coffee maker, bedding, musical instruments, board games, new in box silverware, seasonal decorations, TV’s, exercise equip., bikes, toys, jewelry, hats, purses, shoes, lots & lots of clothingin all sizes and so much more. Cash only. _________________ 3-Day Garage Sale: Thurs., Fri. & Sat. at 1201 Romy Dr., Lockport, (behind Frank’s Supervalu), 7 am till. Lots of everything. _________________ Garage Sale: 185 E. 74th Place, July 9, 11, 12: 19” flat screen TV, Sega Genesis game console, Sega Genesis game player, set of pots, luggage, new swimsuits “cheap” all sizes, toys, pools & pool toys, men/women/children clothing, sandals, socks, underwear, fragrances, boutique hair bows-reduced. Weather permitting. _________________ Garage Sale: Rain or shine! No early birds. Thurs., July 9 at 403 W. 11th St., Larose. 7 am till. Lots of baby clothes, shoes, swing, buggy & high chair covers, Eddie Bauer car seat & stroller, toys, bathtubs, Bumbo, misc. baby items, coffee maker, kitchen gadgets, pots, dishes, desk chair, rolling mat, & much much more. Everything must go!
Commercial Property
MLS 117912: NEW LISTING 10,731 sqft. building, sits right in business district of Lockport, plenty of parking available, heavy traffic area. $425,000.
MLS 117739: NEW LISTING 3,476 sqft. commercial building, totally renovated in 2013, 80 x 180 lot size, furnished, walk-in ready. Located on Hwy. 308 in Cut Off. $260,000. MLS 116370: Located on Alex Plaisance Blvd. in Golden Meadow, this property is 16,536 sqft. It was once used to store frozen seafood and as a warehouse and office. All equipment is included. Lot is 190’ x 578’. Great location! $1,250,000.
MLS 116383: 21118 Hwy. 1 in Golden Meadow. Located just north of the flood gates. This property was once a church and is now converted into a bunk house that can house 40 people. It’s 4,188 sqft. and sits on a 266’ x 841’ lot. $500,000. MLS 116384: 139 Joe Brown Rd., Lockport. This property sits on 43 acres with warehouse and office space totaling 188,894 sqft. It has 300,000 sqft. of Limestone and 125,000 sqft. of concrete parking. It has 5,900 ft. of chain link fencing and includes a guest house. There is plenty of room for expansion or rental space. $3,200,000.
MLS 116391: 22801 Hwy. 1 in Golden Meadow. This property was the Louisiana Shrimp & Packing Co. This huge building is 36,613 sqft., it has work areas, cooler storage, freezer storage, shipping and receiving docks, fuel service dock, 120 ton ice plant, a 1200 ft. dock along Bayou Lafourche and much more! $3,000,000.
AMERICAN REALTY USA 200 Hwy 3161, Cut Off, LA
985-325-7107
Kim Blanchard
985-665-6355
Panky Christen, Broker
Each office is independently owned and operated.
Louisiana Leisure Resort
MLS 112503: This property is located on the east side of Hwy. 3235. 96’ road frontage. $100,000.
MLS 113943: This property is located off Hwy. 308 down Emile Dr. in Lockport. 400 x 104. Restricted. $65,000.
MLS 114010: 170 ft. of Bayouside property located north of Intracoastal in Larose. New bulkhead, electricity, water, plenty of parking. $85,000.
If you are a group of employees working in the local area and are looking for Cajun hospitality then come see us at Louisiana Leisure Resort 18076 HWY 3235. Sites and Cabins for rent. Ammenities included. 3 miles from Walmart. 15 miles from Fourchon. We offer Company Packages for all the hard workers out there. Please call Crystal or Gina for more info.
985-325-4006
Commercial Building For Sale 3,476 sqft. Commercial Building Along Hwy. 308 in Cut Off
MLS 114683: This metal building on a slab is located at 19291 Hwy. 308 in Golden Meadow. It is currently being used as storage. It has plenty of parking and a 40’ x 25’ covered parking area. It also includes a bayouside with a new dock for loading and unloading boats. It’s an unrestricted zone on an 86’ x 165’ lot and is great for a boat company. $125,000 MLS 108857: Over 3 acres of unrestricted property with a limestone base. Over 1,000 ft. of road frontage. Located by new lift bridge in Larose, south of Intracoastal. Prime location with quick access to Hwy. 3235. $1.2 million. Possible lease option available.
200 Hwy. 3161, Suite 1, Cut Off • 325-7107 Panky Christen - Broker / Owner Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated
Lafourche Arc is looking for energetic, compassionate individuals to work flexible hrs. and days w / individuals w / disabilities who live in the lower Lafourche area. Assistance with transportation, personal hygiene & household tasks is needed. Agency will train. High school diploma, GED or 5 yrs paid related exp. required. Scheduling flexibility required. FMI contact Meka Williams at 985447-6214 ext. 120 or Gina Gaudet at ext. 115. Applications may be completed at Lafourche Arc, 100 W. Main St., Thibodaux. EOE, M/F/V/H. _________________
Coastal Janitorial Services Now Hiring Positions. 5 days a week. Call 632-5791. _________________ Tower Loan of Cut Off: Positions available – Cashier & Manager Trainees. Call 985-632-7300 for appt. or fax resume to 985-632-7305. _________________ Joe’s Environmental has immediate openings for Class A CDL Drivers. X-Endorsement & Hazmat required. Apply in person at 15344 Hwy. 3235, Cut Off. Apply within hours of 9 am till 2 pm & the contact number is 985-6325592. _________________
Plastic Pallets
For Sale $
10 Each
CALL 693-7229
MLS 112971: Located down E. 90th St. in Galliano this 19 acre piece has 1200 ft. of frontage on E. 90th St. It is unrestricted, currently used as a hay pasture. $195,000.
MLS 113721: Old Rouse’s Shopping Center located at 516 Justin, St. in Lockport. 17,940 sqft. plus cement parking lot and adjoining vacant land included, new roof. $299,000.
HELP WANTED
(15 or more $8 each)
MLS 115650: Located in Larose on the East side of Hwy. 3235, Approximately 1.7 acres with 273 ft. of road frontage, land is cleared with a dirt pad already in place, great location. $80,000.
MLS 108857: This property is located on Hwy. 308 near the new bridge in Larose. It has 3.3 acres and over a 1,000 ft. of road frontage, plenty of room for multiple businesses. This is one of the best locations available.
_________________ 5 Fly. Garage Sale: Sat. July 11 at 126 Louise Dr., Raceland (across from Goal Post), 7 am to 3 pm. Children/adult clothes, shoes, purses, toys, household items, sofa set. _________________ Garage Sale: Thurs. July 9 at W. 11th St. on Hwy 3235, on cross street in back. Lots of everything. Early birds welcome on Wed. after 2 p.m. _________________ √Garage Sale: July 10 & 11 at 102 Seventh St., Lockport, across from boat launch, corner of Canal & Seventh St. (blue house). 7am to 2pm. Lots of everything. Rain or shine. _________________ Garage Sale: Fri. & Sat., July 10 & 11 at 168 W. 45th St., 7 am to 2 pm. Lots of women’s clothes, knick knacks, dishes, crafts. _________________
80 x 180 lot
Furnished, Walk-In Ready
$260,000
American Realty USA
Call Boo Legendre
985-696-7377
200 Hwy. 3161, Suite 1, Cut Off • 325-7107 Panky Christen - Broker / Owner Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated
Office: 985-693-7229 Fax: 985-693-8282
www.thelafourchegazette.com Southern Guard Service, Inc. is now accepting applications for Security Guard positions. Apply at 109 W. 12th St., Larose. Call 985-6934316. _________________
Clerical/Sales Person Needed for an Insurance Agency in the South Lafourche area. Send resume to: Help Wanted, P.O. Box 190, Larose, LA 70373. _________________ Joe’s Septic has immediate openings for Class B CDL Driver with excavator & backhoe exp. Health & retirement benefits included. Must pass drug screening. Apply in person at 15344 Hwy. 3235, Cut Off, LA 70345 between 9 am – 2 pm. Any questions call 985-6325592. _________________ Jani King Commercial Cleaning Services is looking for Dependable Cleaning Specialists. Call 985414-5249. _________________ Taking applications for 100 Ton Captain w/Towing Endorsement for offshore tug. Apply at 17862 W. Main, Ste. A, Galliano. (985) 637-2985. _________________ Peach Tree Bakery Help Wanted, 10 am till 6 pm, Tues. through Friday. No Phone Calls. _________________
EmployUS is looking for a Clerical Person with peachtree exp. for a 2-month job in Cut Off. Send resumes to houma@ employusltd.com _________________
Clerical/Bookkeeping Position: Seeking a conscientious individual with strong organizational and communication skills for FT position. Experience with Quickbooks preferred. Steady work with excel. benefits: Pd Hospitalization, Credit Union, Gas Allowance & Retirement Plan. Send resumes to Breaux Petroleum, 237 N. Barrios St., Lockport, LA 70374 or email to resume@breauxpetroleum.com. _________________
GCSS needs Direct Service Worker in Golden Meadow to assist with individual w/disabilities. Services provided in client’s home Mon.Fri., 8 am to 4 pm. Some weekends & holidays. Requires HS/GED/trade school diploma, valid driver’s license, minimum 18 yrs. of exp. Apply in person at 320 Progressive Blvd., Houma or send resume to HoumaHR@gcssla.or g _________________
CROSBY TUGS LLC Accepting Applications for
Runners
Full Time Position Applicants must be reliable and have a clean driving record. Will be required to transport personnel, visitors, supplies, equipment and / or groceries to various locations. Will also be required to make overnight drives and extended trips requiring irregular hours. Other duties will be assigned as needed.
Crosby Tugs, LLC offers a competitive benefits package that includes: Excellent Pay, 401K, Bonuses, Health, Life, Dental, Disability & Cancer Insurances
Apply in person at: 17771 Hwy. 3235 Galliano, LA 70354 (985) 632-7575 Equal Opportunity Employer
CROSBY TUGS LLC Accepting Applications for
Marine HSE Instructor Full Time Position
Crosby Tugs is seeking a high energy professional who is self-motivated and reliable. This position will require the ideal candidate to have 5+ plus years of safety training experience in the Maritime Oil and Gas Industry. Responsibilities include in-house safety training of vessel crews, coordinating external training providers, tracking / updating crewmember certifications. ISNetworld experience a plus.
Applications can be found online at
www.crosbytugs.com
or can be filled out at our main office.
17771 Hwy. 3235 Galliano, LA 70354 (985) 632-7575
Crosby Tugs, LLC offers a competitive benefits package that includes: Excellent Pay, 401K, Bonuses, Health, Life, Dental, Disability & Cancer Insurances Equal Opportunity Employer
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SERVICES
Dog Grooming at Pitre’s Feed & Seed. Call JoAnn Pitre at 696-2321. _________________ Concrete Work Forming, pouring & finishing – houses, buildings, driveways, patios, walkways, etc. Call Glenn Hughes, Jr at 985-209-5552. _________________ J & P’s Tree Service & Sawmill, LLC Land Clearing, Dozer & Excavator, Tree Removal, Trimming, Stump Grinding, Demolition, Lumber cut to order, For Sale: Firewood, Mulch and Dirt. State Arbor’s License & Insured. Call 985-632-2540 or 985696-5174. _________________ Can Do Brick, Block & Stone Work. Call for free estimates. Keith Thayer at 985-637-3569. _________________ Hate To Paint? Call Color Creation! Indoor /Outdoor painting. New or old construction. Reasonable rates. Call 985-2589591. _________________ 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. _________________ Earl’s Yard & Pressure Washing Service., Earl P. Duet, owner. Call 985-6917570. _________________ Curry’s Painting Services New construction, remodels, interior-exterior, pressure washing, shingle roofing, new & repair. Exp. Call 985-258-0465 or 985-258-6414. _________________
LaBove Plumbing
LMP 7038 Gas • Water • Sewer 16844 West Main St. Cut Off, LA 70345 State Licensed & Insured We accept credit & debit cards.
985-991-1881
Trey LaBove, owner. _________________
Barrios Carpentry
We do it all! Custom bathroom and kitchens, tile work, flooring, electrical, sheetrock, painting and and all renovations and additions 985-691-8126 or 985-696-5560 _________________
Curry’s Tree Service Tree cutting & trimming, any size, reasonable rates, free estimates, licensed. Call 985-258-0465. _________________ Doug’s Pressure Washing & Painting Insured Commercial & Residential. Douglas A Plaisance, Owner / Operator. 985-637-8633 _________________ I Do Babysitting In My Home in Lockport. FMI call 985227-1936. _________________ Baby Sitter: Opening for 2 children ages infant to school age. Call 985-696-2901, ask for Lee. _________________ Need A Plumber? Make sure they have a Louisiana State Plumbing License & company insurance. It is illegal & dangerous for anyone to perform plumbing work on your property who does not hold a current license. Many in our community have fell victim to so-called “plumbers” who are unlicensed and/or uninsured. Visit SPBLA.com for an update roster of licensed plumbers. _________________ 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. _________________ Evans Concrete Construction House slabs, drive ways, sidewalks, etc. No job too big or too small. Call Leonard Evans at 985-6772959. _________________ Kerry Chiasson Carpentry For all your carpentry needs. Call 985-6376279. _________________
Free Pick Up For Old / Junk Cars
Cash Paid for Junk Cars Dead or Alive!
Cajun Roofing & Carpentry, Inc. Best Prices on the Bayou. Sha! I Guarantee! Metal, shingle and patch jobs, vinyl siding, cement board siding, painting, pressure washing, remodeling, wood, ceramic & laminate floors, cabinets, windows, doors, porches, decks, patios, custom shutters, additions, new construction and more! Metal roof prices that can’t be beat. No job too big or too small. 20 yrs. exp. Free estimate. Call Curtis at 985-397-6254 or email curtisorgeron@gmail.com _________________
Scott’s Coastal Windows **SPECIAL** Buy 8 or more windows and get 1 free! Replacement Windows & Doors Repairs Free Estimates Owner: Nick Scott, Window & Door Installer, Licensed & Insured. Call Us Today! 985-128-0672 We accept Visa, Mastercard, Discover & American Express. _________________
Looking For Your Next Cake or Desserts? Call Toni at 985-665-6548 or find me on Facebook at Sweet Creations by Toni. Specialty cake available. Reasonable prices. _________________ DRAIN PROBLEMS? Call LaBove Plumbing LMP 7038 16844 West Main St. Cut Off, LA 70345 State Licensed & Insured We accept credit & debit cards.
985-991-1881
Trey LaBove, owner.
EASY TRIM LAWN CARE &
POWER WASHING Need your yard cut, trimmed, landscaped, etc.?
CALL JAKE
985-258-0593 Free Estimates!
25% OFF FIRST CUT with 1 year contract
GOT LEAKS? Call LaBove Plumbing LMP 7038 16844 West Main St. Cut Off, LA 70345 State Licensed & Insured We accept credit & debit cards.
Office: 985-693-7229 Fax: 985-693-8282
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NOTICES
POSTED: No Trespassing, Hunting, Trapping or Fishing on all properties owned by Louisiana Delta Farms - I.P. Farm’s, Inc. in Lafourche Parish. Violators will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. _________________ Using The Lafourche Gazette’s dumpster located near the East Side Food Store building across from the office is not allowed! Violators will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. Also, do not dump seafood peelings or other items into the bayou behind The Lafourche Gazette’s property, 12958 East Main, Larose. _________________
PRAYERS
HURRICANE PRAYER To avert storms & hurricanes Father, all the elements of nature obey your command. Calm the storms and hurricanes that threaten us and turn our fear of your power into praise of your goodness. Grant this through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son, Who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, One God, forever and ever.
DANIEL CHARPENTIER Daniel J. Charpentier, 56, a native and resident of Cut Off passed away on Wednesday, July 1, 2015. Visitation was held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church on Tuesday, July 7, from 9:00 a.m. until funeral time. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at 11:00 a.m. with burial to follow in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife of 20 years, Saundra V. Charpentier; parents, Alvin “Kak Do” and Beatrice “Bea” Charpentier; step sons, David Vanderver, Simon Douglas; step daughter, Naomi Douglas; granddaughter, Chiquana Douglas; sisters, Susan C. Kilgen (Kirk), Tammy Charpentier; nieces and nephews, Shaun Harris, Koby Kilgen, Krista Kilgen, William “Dak” Harris. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. _____________________________
MIRIAM GASPARD Miriam Golden Aycock Gaspard, 90, native of Norris, MS and a resident of Thibodaux was called home on July 5, 2015. She was born May 14, 1925. A visitation will be held in her honor at Landry’s Funeral Home in Thibodaux on Thursday, July 9 at 11 a.m. until 12:45 p.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph CoCathedral in Thibodaux at 1 p.m. Burial will be in the Holy Rosary Cemetery in Larose. She is survived by son, Richard Aycock and wife Peggy; daughters, Janie D’Anna and husband Troy and Suzanne Cheramie and husband Todd, also survived by 11 grandchildren, Kelly Casey, Chris Casey, Robert Casey, Robin Moon, Kyle Aycock, Shannon Hunt, Emily Edwards, Gina Noel, Jason D’Anna, Andrea D’Anna and Matthew Carson and 12 great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her 1st husband, Courtney Aycock; infant son, Charles Aycock; 2nd husband, Lawrence Gaspard; parents, Charlie and Addie Gatewood Golden; and sister Hilda Sheneman. She was a member of St. Joseph CoCathedra, the Newcomers Club of Thibodaux, the D.A.R. and a longtime member of the Larose V.F.W. Ladies Auxiliary. She enjoyed gardening, birdwatching, cooking, reading, fishing and sharing her faith with others. She will be sadly missed. Landry’s Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
JANET McCONNAUGHEY Associated Press
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — After waiting about as long as possible, the state of Louisiana began selling marriage licenses to samesex couples and agreed Thursday that they could file joint income-tax returns and get both parents’ names on their children’s birth certificates. Although most parish clerks of court had been selling same-sex marriage licenses since last Monday, the state Office of Vital Records, which sells most marriage licenses in New Orleans, didn’t do so until Thursday. That office is part of the state Department of Health and Hospitals. The records office, along with the Department of Revenue, waited until U.S. District Judge Martin Feldman threw out his earlier decision in several consolidated Louisiana cases. Feldman had been among a few federal judges who previously had upheld state laws against gay marriage. Feldman’s order Thursday was largely procedural, since the U.S. Supreme Court had ruled six days earlier that marriage is a fundamental right under the U.S. Constitution. On Wednesday, the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals overturned his earlier ruling in several consolidated cases. The state health and revenue departments said in news releases emailed Thursday that they are complying. In addition to filing new joint returns, “married same-sex taxpayers may amend prior state returns,” the Department of Revenue noted. Taxpayers in Louisiana can amend state returns within three years of the filing deadline for the original tax return or two years from the tax payment, whichever is later. Married same-sex couples also will be able to get both of their names on their children’s birth certificates, whether the child is adopted or born to one member of the couple, said Kyle Duncan, attorney for the Department of Health and Hospitals. It will continue not doing so for unmarried couples, whether
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Federal judge to Louisiana: Make gay marriage changes now Wednesday, July 8, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE
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heterosexual or same-sex, he said. Gov. Bobby Jindal’s administration had recommended waiting 25 days after the Supreme Court ruling to act on the Supreme Court’s decision, but most parish clerks of court began doing so Monday, and virtually all had done so by Wednesday. The state holdout didn’t prevent same-sex marriages from being conducted in New Orleans — Louisiana’s first gay marriage was Monday in Orleans Parish Civil District Court after the couple got their license in neighboring Jefferson Parish. “I am so very pleased that Gov. Jindal’s continued attempts at scoring points with Iowa voters were ignored by clerks of court, who continued to comply and implement the Supreme Court ruling this week,” said Chris Otten, chair of the Forum for Equality Louisiana, a plaintiff in the suit. “The clerks, not Gov. Jindal, show the true spirit of Louisiana.” Jindal, who is seeking the Republican presidential nomination, is currently campaigning in Iowa. In Red River Parish, about the only parish which had was not writing same-sex marriage licenses Thursday morning, Clerk of Court Stuart Shaw said that afternoon, “We are going to abide by the laws of the state and the United States government.” The head of Louisiana State Police said earlier that members of same-sex couples who want their married name on their driver’s licenses can make that change starting Monday. Col. Mike Edmonson said computers had to be reprogrammed to change men’s last names and to check the changes with Social Security records. People changing their names need to bring in their certified marriage license and proof that they’ve changed the name in Social Security records, he said. Those will provide information state police need for the computer check. Replacement four-year licenses cost $13; the new six-year license is $17.
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Lockport man arrested for setting house on fire and stabbing dog Wednesday, July 8, 2015 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE
A Lockport man was arrested after officers learned he set a house on fire last Wednesday night. Duane Ryan Jr., 24, was arrested following the incident and also faces an animal cruelty charge after he allegedly stabbed a dog. Just before 8 p.m. on Wednesday, July 1, officers responded to a house fire in the 300 block of Justin Street in Lockport along with firefighters from the Lockport Fire Department and the Vacherie/Gheens Volunteer Fire Department. Firefighters eventually extinguished the blaze, but the residence was a total loss. Through investigation, officers learned Duane Ryan had been living at the residence for the past few months with his girlfriend. Officers learned Ryan had become irate following a verbal altercation with friends. He grabbed two knives from the kitchen and walked outside to confront the men who immediately fled the scene. At some point, Ryan allegedly stabbed the pet dog near the eye with one of the knives, and he allegedly poured gasoline inside the interior of the house. Ryan’s girlfriend took the dog and left the house. Ryan later contacted his girlfriend and threatened to set the home ablaze if she did not return.
A short time later, she learned there was s m o k e c o m i n g from inside her residence and Duane Ryan, Jr. proceeded there to check. Officers arrived at the home shortly after she did and, after learning what had transpired, took Ryan into custody. Ryan was charged with simple arson of an inhabited dwelling and aggravated cruelty to animals. He was transported to the Lafourche Parish Detention Center in Thibodaux where he was booked accordingly. His bond has not yet been set, but he is also being held for Louisiana Probation and Parole due to a parole violation. Ryan had just been released from a three-year prison stay in February for charges of burglary and auto theft, and he was placed on parole. Ryan’s criminal history dates back to 2008 when he was arrested for carnal knowledge of a juvenile in the same month he turned 17 years old. He has been arrested 10 other times, all in Lafourche Parish, for charges such as burglary, attempted robbery, theft, assault and battery.
The Louisiana First Circuit Court of Appeal ruled on Wednesday, July 1st, that the Lafourche Parish District Attorney’s Office is entitled to see certain mental health records of a second degree murder suspect, overturning a prior ruling of the trial court. The court of appeal ruled that test data compiled by Dr. Marc Zimmerman during his evaluation of Traveyon Blackledge must be turned over to the State, so that its own expert witnesses can evaluate the results. Blackledge is one of three co-defendants charged in the September 22, 2013 murders of Nikki Landry and Harry Lefort. The Hon. Jerome J. Barbera, now retired, ruled that under formal rules of discovery, the State was not entitled to the requested materials. The State of
Louisiana filed an application for a writ of review, seeking to have that decision overturned. “We are satisfied that the First Circuit has agreed that we are entitled to these records,” said District Attorney Camille A. Morvant, II. “Our hope is that once this decision becomes final, we can resolve all of the pending pre-trial motions and set a firm jury trial date in the near future.” The next scheduled court date in this matter is August 28, with the matter now assigned to the Hon. Walter I. Lanier, III. In the interim, the defense has the right to seek either a rehearing at the First Circuit or ask the Louisiana Supreme Court to review the decision.
Appeal’s Court rules DA’s office entitled to view mental health records of 2nd degree murderer
Public notice PUBLIC NOTICE REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
The Greater Lafourche Port Commission is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) to any parties interested in leasing or acquiring other rights in property located in Port Fourchon, the South Lafourche Leonard Miller, Jr. Airport, and the South Lafourche Airport Industrial Park. The Commission’s intent is to place its available property into productive use, in accordance with its Master Plan recommendations, in a manner which generates commensurate revenue for the Commission, provides optimum utilization, and generates substantial community benefits. Interested parties may obtain copies of more detailed Requests for Proposals by calling 985-632-6701 or visiting the Commission’s website at www.portfourchon.com. These Requests for Proposals provide updated, detailed maps of property available for proposals and a general overview of the Commission’s lease expectations for its property. Sealed proposals must be received at the Commission Administration Building at 16829 East Main Street in Galliano, Louisiana on or before the last day of the month by 4:30 p.m. CST for consideration at the following month’s regular board meeting. The Commission reserves the right to reject any and all proposals at its discretion. 7/8/15
Lafourche Parish 4-H members competed in the Area Cookery Contest on April 23, in Houma. Four parishes were represented. Lafourche students earning top awards included Parker Angelette, Holy Rosary, 1st place oyster dish; Matthew Pape, W.S. Lafargue, 1st place crab dish and Grand Champion seafood; Layne Cortez, St. Joseph, 1st place shrimp dish; Mattie Lee, Cut Off, 1st place crawfish dish; Bailey Duet, Val South, 2nd place low calorie beef dish and 1st place other poultry dish; Lillian Blanchard, Raceland Upper, 3rd place beef one dish meal; Lindsey Kiffe, South Lafourche, 1st place quick and easy beef dish and 2nd place cookie; Kylee Triche, Bayou Blue Middle, 2nd place pies; Cohen Terrebonne, Galliano, 2nd place egg dessert; Rory Monier, Lockport Upper, 3rd place chicken dish; Rodney Melancon, Golden Meadow Upper, 1st place processed poultry dish; Sebastian Vizier, South Lafourche, 3rd place rice main dish, and Laurel Chiasson, LCO Middle, 3rd place rice dessert dish.
On June 27, the Lockport Middle School Beta Club members competed at the 19th Annual Junior National BETA Convention held at the Gaylord Opryland Hotel & Convention Center in Nashville, TN. The six members competed in the Living Literature division with a scene from “A Mid Summer Night’s Dream” by William Shakespeare. The participants were required to prepare a scene from a literary piece and then hold the particular pose for 30 minutes with no movement while being judged. The teams are given only a small break after each 15 minute interval. LKMS placed 7th overall out of 28 entries from schools across the nation. The students pictured in the scene are Jai Ford, Lily Orgeron, Madison Theriot, Ali Perrillioux, Sarah Oncale, and Maddie Sampey. Congratulations to all! Megan Chiasson, a member of the Lockport Middle School Beta Club, recently traveled to Nashville, TN where she competed in the 19th Annual Junior National Beta Convention held at the Gaylord Opryland Hotel and Convention Center. Megan competed in the Poetry division in which she was required to compose a poem from a particular item presented to her. Megan placed fifth out of twenty three entries from across the nation. Congratulations to Megan and LMS.
Submitted by Laurel Chiasson, Lafourche Parish 4H Reporter
Arrest reports
The following information is based on reports from the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office. Those individuals have been booked with, not convicted of, the offenses shown. All accused should be presumed innocent until proved guilty.
JULY 1, 2015 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Anthony Starks, 53, Napoleonville. Contempt of court. Sharon Bentley, 45, Des Allemands. Violation of probation/parole. Renell Francis, 39, Thibodaux. Contempt of court (2 cts). Michelle Thomas, 35, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Duane Ryan, 24, Lockport. Simple arson-inhabited dwelling, aggravated assault to animals. Shelley Chiasson, 52, Cut Off. Theft (felony). Louisiana State Police Wendy Fields, 33, Thibodaux. Fugitive. Brent Aysen, 50, Raceland. DWI 1st offense, driving on the roadway laned for traffic. Thibodaux Police Department Rodney Reed, 31, Thibodaux. Possession of marijuana 2nd offense, no seat belt, sale, dist. or poss. of legend drug w/o prescription, resisting an officer, poss. or dist. of drug para. Dwayne Brown, 22, Gray. Possession of marijuana 1st offense, fugitive. JULY 2, 2015 Louisiana State Police Heriberto Sanchez, 27, Larose. Production of fraudulent document for ID purposes. Joey Chiasson, Jr., 38, Vacherie. DWI 1st, improper lane usage hit and run driving. Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Michael Diez, 42, Thibodaux. Home invasion. Victor Holmes, 38, Raceland. Contempt of court. Henry Jefferson, III, 23, Lumberton, MS. Contempt of court.
Devin Rodriguez, 22, Gray. Contempt of court, violation of probation/parole. Cleveland Delco, 31, Houma. Theft, scdtp. Nakeem Travis, 22, Gray. Fugitive. Thibodaux Police Department Ruben Every, 20. Raceland. Failure to yield, marijuana 1st offense. Eugene Brown, 27, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Eugene Neville, Jr., 64, Thibodaux. Driving on roadway laned for traffic, impeding the flow of traffic, poss. of crack cocaine, poss. w/intent to dist. marijuana. PFHP Floyd Brown, Jr., Lafayette. Fugitive (2 cts). JULY 3, 2015 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Heather Dawn Businelle, 26, Larose. Domestic abuse battery w/child endangerment (felony), operating a vehicle while intoxicated. Courtney Seale Mangnum, 39, Thibodaux. Child desertion, encouraging child delinquency/dependency/neglect. JULY 4, 2015 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Joseph Dwayne Richard, 47, Oceanside, CA. Contempt of court. JULY 5, 2015 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Brittany Roberson, 26, Raceland. Contempt of court. Megan Farbe, 20, Larose. Contempt of court. Dudley Richoux, 27, Galliano. Operating a vehicle while under suspension for certain prior offenses. Mason Quatrevingt, 21, Raceland. Contempt of court. Kaleb Bruce, 21, Cut Off. Simple kidnapping. Teddy Lyons, 49, Golden Meadow. Fugitive. Thibodaux Police Department Aaron Wheeler, 23, Thibodaux. Domestic abuse battery. Gary Jones, 50, Thibodaux. Domestic abuse battery.
Joining her husband Aging Aunt Mildred was a 93-year-old woman who was particularly despondent over the recent death of her husband. She decided that she would just kill herself and join him in death. Thinking that it would be best to get it over with quickly, she took out his old Army pistol and made the decision to shoot herself in the heart, since it was
badly broken in the first place. Not wanting to miss the vital organ and become a vegetable and a burden to someone, she called her doctor’s office to inquire as to just exactly where the heart would be on a woman. The doctor said, “Your heart would be just below your left breast.” Later that night, Mildred was admitted to the hospital with a gunshot wound to her knee.