Sunday, February 17, 2019 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

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Sunday, February 17, 2019

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by March 2.

Some recipients will be receiving the assistance from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program earlier than normal.

But the Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services announced Tuesday that it was adjusting the March aid schedule.

That’s because the agency handed out February food stamps early, doling them out in January because of the partial federal government shutdown.

The children and family services department says it’s adjusting the March schedule to See Food Stamps Page 3-A

MEETINGS MONDAY, FEB. 18

LAFOURCHE FIRE DISTRICT #2 7:00 p.m.

Lockport Central Station 806 Crescent Ave. TOWN OF GOLDEN MEADOW 7:00 p.m.

107 Jervis Lane - G.M.

TUESDAY, FEB. 19

COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT Advisory Board 5:30 p.m.

Mathews Govt. Complex 4876 Hwy. 1 - Mathews

LA TABLE FRANCAISE 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.

South Lafourche Library 16241 E. Main - Galliano TOWN OF LOCKPORT 7:00 p.m.

710 Church St.

N. LAF. LEVEE DISTRICT 5:15 p.m.

3862 Hwy. 1 - Raceland WED. FEB. 20

VFW POST 8538 6:30 p.m.

VFW Ave. - Behind LCO

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Arrests........................5-A

Calendar of Events.....2-A

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Horoscopes................5-A

Lottery.........................2-A News In Brief..............2-A

Obituaries..............4-A/5-A

Worship Directory.......6-A

SERVING: MATHEWS • GHEENS • LOCKPORT • VALENTINE • LAROSE CUT OFF • GALLIANO • GOLDEN MEADOW • LEEVILLE • GRAND ISLE

VOLUME 30 NUMBER 25

Sales tax collections rise in Lafourche, Terrebonne

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Terrebonne and Lafourche parishes saw a combined increase of V sales tax S MATHEWS • GHEENS • LOCKPORT • VALENTINE LAROSE more•than $11.5 million in C • GALLIANO • GOLDEN MEADOW • LEEVILLE • revenues GRAND ISLE last year, a sign that the local economy may be improving.

Local sales taxes are divided between parish government, law enforcement and levee, road and school districts.

According to totals from the Terrebonne Sales and Use Tax Department, Terrebonne Parish collected about $120 million last year. That’s a $3.7 million increase from 2017.

West Larose Bridge to close through April This is the second year in a row of increased sales tax revenue for The West Larose Vertical Lift Bridge on La. 1 crossing the Intracoastal Canal Waterway Terrebonne. in Larose will be closed to vehicular traffic for several weeks beginning at 7:00 a.m. MonLafourche’s gains were even day, Feb. 25 until 7:00 a.m. Monday, April 15. stronger. According to monthly colAccording to a release from DOTD, the closure is necessary so crews can remove and lection totals reported by the replace rear tower bearings, trunnion bearings and wire ropes. The $25 million project is Lafourche School Board’s Sales Tax designed to extend the life of the existing structure and is estimated for completion this Department, the parish collected summer. about $80.2 million in 2018, a $7.8 million increase.

This is the first increase the parish has seen in at least four years and brings collections back up to the level seen in 2015.

“An increase is sales tax revenue means a better, stronger and more viable Lafourche. We continue to promote #buylocal and are grateful to

By Buster Avera, Contributing Writer Montez accepted a plaque in his honor wait for a table to dine in our restauduring a short ceremony at the February rants,” Lafourche Chamber of ComThe first recipient of the Lafourche 12 Lafourche Parish Council public meetmerce CEO Lin Kiger said.

“Outstanding Citizen Award” was recog- ing in Mathews.

See Sales Taxes Page 3-A nized Tuesday night when James “Jim” According to the 2018 resolution Montez accepted the accolade for his which created it, the “Outstanding Citizen decades of service to the Lafourche com- Award” pays tribute to Lafourche resimunity. dents who exemplify “extraordinary accomplishments, heroic and courageous efforts and selfless service and deeds that improve the lives of residents.”

Mr. Montez has been a volunteer firefighter in Fire District #3 since 1973 and is a perfect example of what the award was designed to recognize — the selfless volunteer.

In congratulating Montez, Council Chairman Armand Autin noted that he is a United States Marine Corp vetSales tax collections rose in both eran and thanked him for “service to Pictured is Lafourche Parish’s Outstanding Citizen our parish and the citizens.”

Lafourche and Terrebonne parishes Jim Montez, with plaque, surrounded by family, last year, a sign that local economies See Citizen Page 3-A friends and Parish Council members. may be improving.

Parish recognizes first “Outstanding Citizen Award” recipient

Danos to acquire Shamrock Energy Solutions

Danos announced this week that it has reached a tentative agreement to acquire the assets and business of Shamrock Energy Solutions, a privately held 22-year-old oilfield service company,

based out of Houma, Louisiana.

The deal is expected to be effective in March, 2019, and will increase the number of Danos employees by nearly 50 percent, from 2,200 to 3,200. The closing is subject to certain remaining contingencies.

“There are a lot of synergies between the companies,” said Danos owner and executive Eric Danos. “Both are privately owned, Louisiana-based and have a similar customer-centric, values-based approach to business.”

The acquisiPictured left to right is Danos owner and executive Eric Danos, Shamrock owner and president Jeff Trahan, and Danos owner and tion will expand Danos’ portfolio executive Paul Danos.

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Danos added, “This strategic investment allows Danos to better meet our customers’ needs through expansion of craftsmen, geographies served and service lines offered.”

Danos will retain Shamrock’s team of over 1,000 employees, making it one of the largest service providers in the marketplace.

“Danos exemplifies many of the same family-oriented values we’ve established at Shamrock,” said Shamrock Owner and President Jeff Trahan. “I’m excited to see how the integration of Shamrock’s business into Danos builds upon the foundation of excellence we’ve established when I purchased the business in 2008.”

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Pet adoption day planned for Feb. 23 at PetSmart

Join Lafourche Parish Animal Shelter volunteers for pet adoptions at PetSmart in Houma. There will be dogs and cats available for adoption Saturday, February 23, from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

All animals will be fixed, vaccinated, and microchipped. Adoption fees are $100 for dogs and $50 for cats and kittens. Check or money order only please.

There will also be information on the Lafourche Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Program. __________________

St. Vincent dePaul thrift store has gowns

Spread the word, St. Vincent De Paul Thrust Store has short and long formal gowns at 102 East Street in Larose. Parking is in Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church parking lot. ____________________

The Center is taking Mardi Gras beads donations

Education Special District No. 1, The Center, is once again collecting any used Mardi Gras beads and trinkets.

Contact The Center at 985-632-5671 for any additional information. If needed, beads can be picked up.

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The Larose Senior Citizens are embarking on a bus trip to Branson. The group will be leaving from the Larose Civic Center on May 5th – 11th.

The trip includes 6 nights hotel stay, 10 meals and 7 shows.

Price is $665. For more information, call 6917708 or 691-1276. __________________

3-month commodity distribution set

The Lafourche Parish Office of Community Action has released their 3-month commodity distribution dates for 2019. Dates include: - Galliano area on April 18, July 25 and October 17, contact Nanette Lazard at 6323989.

- Raceland area on February 28, May 23, August 29 and November 14, contact Stephanie Washington at 537-7603. ________________

VITA program offered

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offers FREE tax help to people who generally make $55,000 or less, persons with disabilities and limited English speaking taxpayers.

To schedule an appointment at the Thibodaux, Mathews, Galliano or Lockport location, contact Cheryl at 985696-3600.

- Thibodaux Health Unit location: Tax preparation offered through April 11th on Tues and Thurs. from 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

- Mathews Government Complex location: Tax preparation offered through April 10th on Mon and Wed from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

- Galliano Annex location: Tax preparation offered through April 17th, Mon and Wed from 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

- Lockport Town Hall: Tax preparation offered through April 12th on Tues and Fri from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

By appointment only. Prepared by IRScertified volunteers.

2019 Area Mardi Gras Parade Schedule SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 17 • Krewe Des Les Petite Lions - Golden Meadow, 1 p.m.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22 • Krewe of Hercules - Houma - 6 p.m.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23 • Le Krewe Des T-Cajun - Larose - noon • Krewe of Tee Caillou - Chauvin - noon • Krewe of Aquarius - Houma - 6:30 p.m.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 24 • Krewe of Versailles - Larose - noon • Krewe of Hyacinthians - Houma - noon • Krewe of Titans (Following Hyacinthians) - Houma • Krewe of Shaka - Thibodaux - 1:30 p.m.

Krewe of Ambrosia (Following Shaka) - 2:00 p.m.

FRIDAY, MARCH 1 • Krewe of Athena - Golden Meadow - 7:00 p.m.

• Krewe of Aphrodite - Houma - 6:30 p.m.

SATURDAY, MARCH 2 • Krewe of Apollo - Lockport - noon • Krewe of Atlantis - Golden Meadow - noon • Le Krewe du Bon Temps - Larose - 6:30 p.m.

• Krewe of Mardi Gras - 6:30 p.m.

SUNDAY, MARCH 3 • Krewe of Terreanians - Houma - 12:30 p.m.

• Krewe of Cleophas - Thibodaux - 12:30 p.m.

• Krewe of Chronos (follows Cleophas) - Thibodaux • Krewe of Grand Isle - Grand Isle - 1:00 p.m.

• Krewe of Montegut Children’s Parade - 2:00 p.m.

• Krewe of Nereids - Golden Meadow, 6:00 p.m.

MONDAY, MARCH 4 • Krewe of Cleopatra - Houma, 6:30 p.m.

MARDI GRAS DAY, TUESDAY, MARCH 5

• Krewe of Bonne Terre - Montegut - 11:00 a.m.

• Krewe of Gheens - Gheens - 11:00 a.m.

• Krewe of Houmas - Houma - 12-noon • Krewe of Kajuns - (follows Houmas) • Krewe of Neptune - Galliano/Golden Meadow - noon • Krewe of Ghana - Thibodaux - 1:00 p.m.

• Krewe of Choupic - Chackbay - 1:00 p.m.

Attention Krewes - If there are any discrepancies to times and dates,

contact the Gazette at 985-693-7229.

Applications being accepted for Louisiana Lions Camp

Applications for a summer vacation full of fun for special needs youth in the South Lafourche and Grand Isle areas are now being accepted by the Golden Meadow Lions Club.

There is no cost to the parents for the campers one week stay.

The camp is in its 62nd year of operation and is located 6 miles north of Leesville in central Louisiana.

The children enjoy a full range of activities including swimming, arts and crafts, archery, gun safety, all sports, and nature lore. To date over 24,650 children have attended camp.

For more information contact Lion Curt Boudreaux at 632-6177 or visit the camp website at www.lionscamp.org.

The Louisiana Lions camp is designed for Physically challenged youth ages 7-19; mentally challenged youth ages 8-19; youth with diabetes ages 6-14; youth with pulmonary disorders ages 5-15 and youth with cancer and hematologic disorders ages 6-14. __________________

The Center launches Inkjet Cartridge program

“The Center” has launched a recycling program of empty and/or unused inkjet cartridges.

Drop off your empty inkjet cartridges at the Center, or call 632-5671 and pick will be arranged.

Only HP, Lexmark, Dell and Canon can be accepted at this time. _________________

Holy Savior accepting donations for St. Joseph Altar

The Holy Savior Altar Society will host the annual St. Joseph Altar from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. on March 19 at the Monastery of the Heart of Jesus, 155 Church St., Lockport, (Dominican Nun’s Convent).

Monetary donations are being accepted to help build this year’s altar. Donor names will be displayed on the altar. Everyone is invited to come out to honor St. Joseph at this beautiful event. _________________

Swamp Stomp Car Show set for Mar. 9

The Boneyard Kreepers Car Club will present the 10th Annual Swamp Stomp Car Show, Saturday, March 9, at the Larose Civic Center.

A bike and cruise night is planned for Friday, March 8.

The event includes Cajun cooking, door prizes, vendor booths, and more.

Contact Ryan at 985637-2414 or Jesse at 985-696-0219.

Council Action taken at Feb. 12 public meeting

Police: Suspect got stuck in mud trying to flee robbery

THIBODAUX, La. (AP) — Police in Louisiana say a man robbed someone he met on a dating website but got stuck in the mud as he tried to flee the scene.

The Houma Courier reports Thibodaux police say 25-year-old Kareem Acker was arrested Tuesday on charges including armed robbery.

Police say Acker forced the victim out of his car at gunpoint and tried to drive away from responding officers, but

the car got stuck. Police say he then tried to hide a loaded gun in the mud after he was ordered out of the car.

NOLA.com/The Times-Picayune reports New Orleans police are investigating a similar case in which an unidentified suspect stole the wallet of a woman he met on a dating app. ___

Gov reveals plan to outfit every college with veteran center

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards and other state leaders have announced a plan to put a veteran center on every college campus in the state by fall 2019.

The Advocate reports the program announced Wednesday to help veterans navigate

campus life will cost about $520,000 annually. State officials say federal grants are expected to cover about $320,000 of the LaVetCorps program costs, with the Department of Veterans Affairs expected to contribute about $200,000.

The newspaper says Louisiana gets more than $185 million annually from G.I. Bill funding. It says about 8,300 Louisiana college students are veterans and most are first-generation students.

Louisiana Community and Technical College System, LSU System, Southern University System, University of Louisiana System and Xavier University in New Orleans are expected to take part.

Information from: The Advocate, http://theadvocate.com

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— Passed an ordinance approving a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement between the Dept. of Transportation (DOTD) and the Parish for the donation of Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement; — Passed an ordinance providing for a 2019 Supplemental Appropriation to carry forward and de-obligate the budget balance of completed “Westside Drainage Improvements CDBG Project” and transfer remaining funds to Gustav/Ike CDGB Budget; — Passed an ordinance amending the 2018 budget as it pertains to the salaries of two Head Start 2 Teachers; — Passed an ordinance amending the 2019 budget as it pertains to providing a 2% COLA increase in the salaries of two Head Start 2 Teachers and other unclassified employees in the Parish; — Passed a resolution creating a Solid Waste Committee composed of Councilmen Jerry Jones, Corey Perrillioux and Daniel Lorraine to review the current Solid Waste contract and make recommendation to the full Council for the next five-year contract; — Passed two resolutions requesting DOTD to repaint road striping on LA 1 and LA 308 from

In other action from the Tuesday, February 12 Parish Council meeting (all votes unanimous unless noted with Luci Sposito and Michael Gros absent): — Held a special meeting to approve a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement between the Parish and Proven FuelHouma, LLC for purging a pipeline for the Cyprien Pump Station Project in Raceland; — Approved minutes of three previous Council meetings on September 11, September 25 and October 1, 2018; — Heard a proclamation from Parish President Jimmy Cantrelle declaring February 22, 2019 as Paint the Parish Purple Day; — Entered Executive Session to settle a Worker’s Compensation Claim (LCA-0009962); — Heard an engineering report on several projects by Dustin Rabalais of T. Baker Smith, LLC.; — Rejected an ordinance rescinding Ordinance No. 3480 which pertains to those entities which supervise, manage and direct the Community Action Agency and its Executive Director (Vote was 2-5 with Lorraine and Jones in favor, and Autin, Melvin, Jaccuzzo, Perrillioux and Lafont against);

Larose, LA south; — Approved the reappointment of Sherry Robichaux to the Animal Shelter Advisory Board; — Approved Amendment No. 3 to the agreement between the Parish and T. Baker Smith, LLC for the Cyprien Pump Station Improvements project (Vote was 6-1 with Lorraine voting against); — Rescinded Resolution No. 18-137 that accepted the low quote of American Disposal, LLC for $4,850.00 concerning the demolition of a condemned structure at 17409 East Main St., Galliano, LA; — Approved a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement between the Parish and South Louisiana Economic Council for FY 2019 service fees in the amount of $25,000.00; — Approved a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement for all Senior Citizens Centers to continue the “Lafourche on the Move” program; — Approved a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement between the Parish and the Cut Off Youth Center to provide funding for improvements and recreation in the amount of $30,000.00; — Approved a grant application for $60,8678.00 for the purpose of a cost of living adjustment for all Lafourche Parish Head Start Staff; — Heard a monthly report by the Department of Public Works on ongoing drainage improvements in the Parish.

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“We have continued to witness an increase in trucks on our highways and are hopeful that this activity only adds to the sales tax collection in 2019 and beyond,” Kiger said. “We look forward to more jobs and opportunities and growth on the horizon.”

The last time the parish broke $80 million was in 2014 when it collected about $83.2 million. Since the economic downturn, Lafourche sales tax collections reached a low of $72.4 million in 2017. Parish sales tax rates vary from 4.65 to 5.4 percent.

Monthly collections average $6.7 million.

“As always, it is our hope to see collections continue to grow — allowing additional dollars for infrastructure, education and tourism throughout our parish,” Thibodaux Chamber of Commerce CEO Tammy Ledet said.

Terrebonne’s lowest point in recent years was $98.5 million in 2010.

The sales tax numbers are starting to match up with other economic indicators, said Matt Rookard, Terrebonne Economic Development Authority CEO. Local unemployment numbers started to stabilize at the end of 2018, signaling the beginning of the slow recovery cycle, he said.

“The increased sales tax revenue is a good sign that our economy is going in a positive direction,” said Nicol Blanchard, Houma Terrebonne Chamber of Commerce CEO. “Consumers are enjoying the low gas prices allowing them to have more spendable income while the oil and gas industry becomes more efficient and optimistic when planning for the future.

The chamber is encouraged by this growth and hopes that it continues.”

In the future, 2017 will probably be known as one of the toughest economic years as the area stayed at the bottom of the down cycle, Rookard said.

“We were at the bottom and stayed there for a significant time,” Rookard said. “I do think there’s a recovery coming.”

As the job market stabilizes, consumer confidence will increase, and that drives sales taxes, he said.

As TEDA continues to look for new development opportunities, companies are pivoting from getting by to planning for growth.

— Daily Comet Staff Writer Julia Arenstam can be reached at 448-7636 or julia.arenstam@houmatoday.com. Follow her on Twitter at @JuliaArenstam.First increase since 2014.

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Fire District #3 Chief Kully Griffin described Montez as the district’s “top volunteer, whose opinion is always taken into account, and that goes to show what type of person he is.”

Councilman Jerry Lafont thanked Montez for “helping to save lives and always giving back to the community.”

In receiving a plaque in his honor Montez simply thanked everyone for their support.

Any resident of Lafourche Parish may nominate someone for the award. More information and nominee criteria is available at http://www.lafourchego v.org/interact/i-wantto/submit-a/outstanding-citizen-award-nomin ation.

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Pictured are GLPC board members: (top row) VicePresident Rodney Gisclair, Seat D; Larry Griffin, Seat F; Secretary Perry Gisclair, Seat B; Kris Callais, Seat I; (bottom row) Mike Callais, Seat H; Treasurer John Melancon, Jr., Seat G; President Harris “Chuckie” Cheramie, Jr., Seat A; Curtis Pierce, Seat E; and Jimmy “T-Jim” Lafont, Seat C.

Port Commission elects officers

CUT OFF, LA – At the February 13 board meeting, the Greater Lafourche Port Commission (GLPC) board elected its officers. The board elected Harris “Chuckie” Cheramie, Jr. as President, Rodney Gisclair as Vice President, Perry Gisclair as Secretary, and John Melancon, Jr. as Treasurer.

New Port Commission President Harris “Chuckie” Cheramie said, “I appreciate the confidence that my fellow commissioners have in my ability to represent Port Fourchon and the South Lafourche Airport. I look forward to the opportunity to serve as board president and continue to guide our port and airport in a positive direction along

with my fellow commissioners.”

Port Commission members are elected for six-year terms by the citizens of the 10th Ward of Lafourche Parish. The executive board’s officers are nominated and elected by the board of commissioners every three years.

The board, which has jurisdiction over Port Fourchon and the South Lafourche Airport, is the only elected port commission in the state.

The next scheduled meeting for the GLPC board will be on Wednesday, February 27 when they hold their committee meetings at 10:30 a.m. at the Port Fourchon Operations Center, 180 A.O. Rappelet Road.

HOUMA, La. (AP) — The Krewe of Tradition is working to bring Mardi Gras costumes back into parade crowds in a south-central Louisiana city, with a four-hour costume-making workshop Sunday at the Bayou Terrebonne Waterlife Museum in Houma.

“I grew up in Houma, and my mom would make us costumes for us to go watch the parade,” said founding member Andrea Dupree told The Courier. “My mom remembered in the 50s and 60s that everyone would get into costume.

We thought that offering people an opportunity to learn easy things about making their own costumes would maybe encourage more people to try it out.”

Lance Brown, the krewe’s 2019 king, will lead the workshop. He says some materials and tools will be provided, but people should also bring their own materials and ideas. Brown says he’ll bring costumes he has made and

talk a bit about history.

Children up to age 15 will be admitted free, but must be accompanied by an adult. Otherwise, admission is $5 per person. The workshop starts at 10 a.m.

Support from the Louisiana Folklore Society, the National Endowment for the Arts, the Atchafalaya National Heritage Area, the Louisiana Division of the Arts and the Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism is helping to put on the workshop ahead of Mardi Gras, which this year will be celebrated on Tuesday, March 5.

The krewe does not have a full parade, but it does a small split parade on Mardi Gras, ending with a costume contest at Le Petit Theatre de Terrebonne.

“We’re trying to bring back the real handmade, community sort of feeling back to Houma,” Dupree said. ___

Group wants to bring back Mardi Gras parade crowd costumes, workshop set for Sun. in Houma

Information from: The Courier, http://www.houmatoday.com

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On November 7th, recently dissolved Exxon Retiree Club held their final gathering at Alzina’s for lunch.

Pictured, left to right, are Brandy Picou (guest), Anna and Allen Lafont, Ivy and Hazel Redmond, Vivian Defelice, Kathy Martin (guest), Francis Trahan, Alice Bourg (guest), Danny and Susanna Pitre, Philip and Eleanor “Pye” George, and Jackie Admas (guest).

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Paint the Parish Purple Day, Feb. 22

Parish President Jimmy Cantrelle signed a proclamation declaring Friday, Feb. 22 at Paint the Parish Purple Day. The proclamation was presented by the Parish Council at their recent council meeting.

Citizens are encouraged to help lead the fight for a world without cancer by participating in Paint the Parish Purple Day by wearing purple Pictured are members of the Lafourche Parish Council and both the South Lafourche and Thibodaux American Cancer Society Event Leadership Teams.

Louisiana’s flu season: Severe, but not as bad as last year

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Louisiana is having a severe flu season, with New Orleans and three nearby parishes getting the worst of it so far.

More than 8 percent of patients are reporting flu-like symptoms to doctors statewide, making it a severe season, Frank Welch, medical director for the Louisiana Department of Health’s immunization program told The New Orleans Advocate.

He said the figure is above 10 percent in the region made up of Orleans, St. Bernard, Plaquemines and Jefferson parishes.

Those patients included Jillian Archer, her husband and their 2-year-old daughter.

Archer said she had hoped her daughter’s fever was just a cold, but then all three came down with aches, fever, sore throats and chills.

Archer said she and her husband had both had flu shots and were sick for only about a day, but their toddler — who hadn’t — was out of daycare for 2½ weeks.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend flu vaccinations for anyone at least 6 months old.

Welch said it’s not too late to get the shot.

Outside the immediate New Orleans area, Louisiana’s next-highest number for reports of flu-like illnesses are in northwest, central, and southeast Louisiana, where 5 to 10 percent of all patients reported them, according to a

state report for the week ending Feb. 2. That report, the most recent available, showed 2 to 5 percent of all patients reporting such symptoms in other parts of the state.

Welch said the season is not likely to get much worse and is much less active than last year’s, which he described as the worst he’d ever seen.

At its height, around 12 percent of people who went to the doctor last year had flu-like symptoms, Welch said, calling that number “just terrible.”

The two types of flu making up the highest numbers of reports are in this year’s vaccine, he said.

His advice: If you haven’t had this year’s vaccination, do so, because it will make recovery faster if you do get the virus.

And, he said, “If you think you have the flu, stay home.” ___ Information from: The New Orleans Advocate, http://www.neworleansadvocate.com

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Call Allen at 985-696-8536. _________________________ House For Rent: 283 East 25th St., Larose. 3 bedroom/ 2 bath; $950/month, $950/deposit. Applications can be picked up under carport and dropped off in yellow box. _________________________ For Rent: 4 bedroom, 2 full baths; washer/dryer; $900/month; $500/deposit; located at 172 West 59th St., Cut Off; Call 504-416-5165. _________________________ Brick Home for Rent: 2 bedroom, 1 bath; living room; kitchen; laundry room with washer/dryer included; located in Cut Off area; no smoking; no pets; $850/month, $600/deposit.

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For Rent: Four apartments - 2 bedroom, 1 bath, partially furnished in the Cut Off area. FMI call 985-665-1220. _________________________ For Rent: Two bedrooms, 1 ½ bath. Newly remodeled. Central air and heat. $750/month and $500/deposit. Located at 17920 West Main in Galliano. Call 985258-5926 FMI. _________________________

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Call 985-693-4316. _________________________ Jan Serve Cleaning personnel needed in Lafourche Parish. Call to apply at 985-262-4084. Resume preferred but not required. Submit resume to P.O. Box 143 Cut Off, LA 70345 _________________________ Attention: Are you a go getter looking for a rewarding career?

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Airport Manager Needed: The Greater Lafourche Port Commission owns and operates the South Lafourche Airport (GAO).

GAO is rapidly expanding primarily through serving the oil and gas industry in the Gulf of Mexico and is one of the fastest growing airports in the State of Louisiana. The Airport Manager is primarily responsible for achieving maximum utilization of the Port’s airport, heliport, and industrial park along with operations and maintenance of its properties and facilities. The successful candidate will be able to work with state and federal funding sources and will be able to work effectively with and maintain communications with elected and appointed officials, federal/state/local government regulatory agencies, subordinates, personnel from other departments, as well as the general public and airport and industrial park tenants. Preference will be given to candidates with a Bachelor’s Degree in aviation, aeronautics, business, public administration, or associated field from an accredited four year college or university, have three years of experience in airport management and/or airfield operations, and possess or previously held a valid FAA Private Pilot’s License. Salary range will commensurate with experience. Applications may be obtained from the Greater Lafourche Port Commission office at 16829 East Main Street, Cut Off, LA 70345, by calling (985)632-6701, or online at www.portfourchon.com. Deadline to turn in applications is Friday, February 22nd. EOE. _________________________ Triple Son Farm Transport is accepting applications for experienced CDL 18 Wheeler Driver.

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OBITUARIES

JASSON P. SANAMO

Jasson P. Sanamo, 45 a native of Houma, La. and a resident of Galliano, La. passed away on Tuesday, February 12, 2019.

A graveside service was held at Cheramie Cemetery Saturday February 16.

Jasson is survived by his daughter, Macie K. Smith; parents, Norman P. Sanamo, and Selet B. (Randy) Dominique; sisters, Jessica M. Eschete, Melissa Boudreaux and Marie Dominique; brother, Kyle J. Dominique and 6 grandchildren.

Jasson is preceded in death by his grandparents, Chester Sanamo and Virgis Serigny Sanamo, Raymond Bourg and Florence Guidry Boudreaux.

Samart-Mothe Funeral Home entrusted with funeral arrangements. ____________________

JODY CHERAMIE

Jody Patrick Cheramie, 52, a native and resident of Cut Off, passed away on Friday, February 8, 2019.

Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. on Monday, February 18, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Cut Off. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Monday with burial to follow in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his daughter, Elizabeth Cheramie; son, Cameron Cheramie; sisters, Phyllis Boudreaux (Gerrieth), Sandra Plaisance (Glenn); and brother-in-law, Tommy Eymard.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ralphton and Carrie Terrebonne Cheramie; sister, Mona Eymard; and niece, Tatum Melancon.

Jody enjoyed fishing, hunting and computers.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ___________________

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OBITUARIES

SHIRLEY BLANCHARD

Shirley U. Blanchard, 87, a native of Schriever and resident of Cut Off passed away on Tuesday, February 12, 2019.

Visitation was held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church on Friday, February 15th from 10:00 a.m. until funeral time. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at 12:00 p.m. with burial to follow in the church cemetery.

Shirley is survived by her children, Dean J. (Bonnie) Blanchard and Theresa B. (Anthony) Pitre; brothers, Chester Usey and Arlen Usey; sisters, Sherry Waguespack and Patsy Thibodaux; grandchildren, Brian, Roy and Joshua Blanchard, Dustin Pitre, Carlin and Jon Chiasson; step-grandchildren, Taylor, Blaize and Devon Rodrigue; great-grandchildren, Madelyn and Emily Pitre; step-greatgrandchild, Caelan Guidry.

Shirley was preceded in death by her husband, Royce J. Blanchard; parents, Nelson Abel and Ausolite Usey; daughter, Terri B. Chiasson; brothers, Raynard, Able, Ivy and Donald Usey.

Samart-Mothe Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements. ___________________

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Larose man wanted on weapons and drug charges

Deputies are seeking a Larose man on multiple drug and weapon charges. Deputies are asking for the public’s help in locating Jhy Allinson, 25, of East 7th Street in Larose.

As part of a narcotics investigation, agents obtained a warrant for Allinson’s arrest for several charges including Illegal Carrying of a Weapon in the Presence of a Controlled Dangerous Substance, Illegal Possession of a Stolen Firearm, Unlawful Use of Body Armor, and Possession with Intent to Distribute Marijuana. He is also wanted for Possession of Cocaine, Oxycodone, and Drug Paraphernalia. Additionally, Allinson has a contempt of court warrant due to failure to appear in court on January 9, 2019, on a previous charge.

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.

FEBRUARY 9, 2019 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Gregory Jones Jr., 40, Houma. Aggravated flight from an officer.

FEBRUARY 11, 2019 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Kristen Boyd, 38, Raceland. Contempt of court. Theft (Misd).

Etienne Defelice, 52, New Orleans. Driving on roadway laned for traffic. Contempt of court. Possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine (Felony).

Jyairus Folse, 17, Lockport. Second-degree murder (Felony). Second degree murder (Felony) (Attempted)-6 CTS. Barry Jackson, 38, Franklin. Contempt of court.

Christopher Ledet, 39, Bourg. Contempt of court.

Dodie Morris, 28, Golden Meadow. Contempt of court (3 CTS).

Robert Ross, 17, Gray.

Possession with intent to distribute marijuana. Possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia (Misd).

Tony Ross, 54, Raceland.

Violation of probation/parole.

Ronnie Anderson, 40, Thibodaux. Switched plated (Misd).

Speeding (11-20 miles over).

Operating vehicle with suspended license; other offenses.

Possession of crack cocaine less than 28 grams (Felony). Illegal possession of stolen things (Misd).

Quinton Boutte, 34, New Iberia. Contempt of court (3 CTS).

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Allinson

Anyone with information on Allinson’s whereabouts is asked to submit a tip anonymously through Crime Stoppers Bayou Region by phone at 1-800-7437433 or online at www.crimestoppersbr.org. Tips can also be submitted using the P3 Tips app on your mobile device. Tipsters could be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000 in cash if the information leads to an arrest.

Shane Eschette, 51, Raceland. Simple escape (Felony).

Thibodaux Police Department Percy Williams, 27, Napoleonville. Theft generally.

Simple battery.

Louisiana Department of Probation and Parole Warren Duncan, 61, Thibodaux.

Possession of firearm/carry concealed weapon by convicted felon (Felony).

Lockport Police Department Nickey Domangue, 33, Lockport. Contempt of court.

FEBRUARY 12, 2019 Thibodaux Police Department Kareem Acker, 25, Gretna.

Possession of Valium (Diazepam) (Felony). Possession of firearm/carry concealed weapon by convicted felon (Felony). Illegal possession of stolen firearm. Armed robbery (Felony). Illegal carrying of weapon in presence of CDS (Felony).

Charmian Sanders, 35, Napoleonville. Fraudulent acquisition of a credit card (Felony).

Golden Meadow Police Department Shannon Anselmi, 38, Golden Meadow. Contempt of court.

Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Kirsten Boyd, 38, Raceland. Fugitive.

Joseph Jackson 111, 40, Thibodaux. Possession of methamphetamine less than 28 grams (Felony).

George Robichaux Jr., 37, Raceland. Violation of protective orders (Misd).

Lockport Police Department Scott Martin, 54, Lockport.

Second-degree battery (Felony).

FEBRUARY 13, 2019 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Donald Blanchard Jr., 39, Houma. Illegal possession of stolen firearm. Possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia (Misd). Fugitive (2 CTS). Operating vehicle with suspended license; other offenses. Contempt of court. Possession of firearm/carry concealed weapon by convicted felon (Felony). Expired motor vehicle inspection.

Terry Burnley, 58, Bayou Blue. Fugitive. Contempt of court.

Chucky Domangue, 43, Raceland. Contempt of court (3 CTS).

Larry Dupre Jr., 36, Larose. Contempt of court.

Dravin LeBouef, 19, Bourg. Contempt of court (2 CTS).

Daphne Williams, 22, Cut Off. Contempt of court (2 CTS).

Thibodaux Police Department Deon Bougere, 24, Napoleonville. Contempt of court.

Damion Daggs, 27, Thibodaux. Possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia (Misd).

Possession with intent to distribute marijuana. License plate light required.

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Lady Tarpons cruise into Round of 16

Sunday, February 17, 2019 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

Gazette Sports Reports

The South Lafourche girls’ basketball team is young, far less experienced than in years past. Just a handful of the team’s players significantly contributed to last year’s run to the Top 28 and the team plays four freshmen and several underclassmen in many varsity games.

So it’s only natural that a young team would have a case of the jitters early in Thursday night’s Class 4A State Playoff opening-round game between the Lady Tarpons and Carencro.

But when those nerves calmed and the team settled into the game, goodness, what a show!

South Lafourche rolled past Carencro 5731 on Thursday night, clinching a spot in the second-round of the Class 4A State Playoffs.

The Lady Tarpons and Lady Bears were gridlocked in a 4-all tie midway through the first quarter when the light switch flipped, first with a 3-pointer from freshman Ava Pitre and then an offensive onslaught, a 16-2 run over four minutes capped by a buzzerbeater 3-pointer by junior Makayla Bynum to put the team up 20-6 after a quarter.

South Lafourche never looked back, roaring to a 37-8 halftime lead before pulling out of its pressure defense in the second half to secure the win.

Lady Tarpons coach Rainie Terrebonne said before the game that South Lafourche had to play its best to beat a Carencro team that entered the game having won 7 out of its past 10 games.

For about a 10-12minute stretch in the first half, they did, leaving no doubt and punching a ticket to the second round.

“We started kind of slow, but once we got going, we got going,” Terrebonne said after the win.

That, they did.

Carencro pressed South Lafourche early, causing a bit of a sluggish start to the game on both sides.

Terrebonne called an early first-quarter timeout to ease her team into the game. Whatever she said worked.

Pitre started hitting, scoring 13 first-half points with several deep 3-pointers. Senior Sierra Lerille hurt the Lady Bears from the midrange, as well, scoring on penetration.

Also big were Bynum with points and assists, Evan Duet with hustle and motor, as well as post players Abigail Bouzigard, Madelyn Bourgeois and Nalaysia Mack, who all kept the Lady Bears off the glass.

Madison Ryan pitched in quality first-half minutes, as well.

In the second half, the Lady Tarpons got a bit sluggish, allowing Carencro to chip the 29point halftime lead down into the low-20s a few times.

But Terrebonne said South Lafourche didn’t press at all in the second half, which caused a slower-paced, more half court-heavy game, a style that’s not in favor of the Lady Tarpons.

But even while playing at a different pace, South Lafourche still ballooned its lead back into the 30s in the fourth quarter before relenting a little late.

With the win, South Lafourche now moves to the second-round of the Class 4A State Playoffs, a feat many did not expect possible from this

team in the preseason given the large senior class that departed last year.

On Monday night, the Lady Tarpons will host No. 9 Salmen, a far stiffer test.

Terrebonne said South Lafourche will work on all facets of their game before then, but added quickly that the team would also spend a little time on Thursday night enjoying the moment and relishing the postseason win.

“For all the haters out there who didn’t think we could do it, we did it,” Terrebonne said.

“So now, we’ve got to get ready for the second round and see what’s going to happen. Let the chips fall where they may.” ___ Tarpon boys close with a bang The 2018-19 season will not be a playoff campaign for the Tarpons boys’ basketball team.

But no one will ever be able to say that the team stopped competing.

They have the lateseason wins to prove it.

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The Tarpons won their final two games of the 2018-19 season this week, first beating South Terrebonne 39-31 on Tuesday, then CCA 6737 on Thursday night.

The Tarpons will end the season with a 12-15 record, just outside of the Top 32 teams in the Class 4A power rankings.

Coach Brian Callais said during a recent radio interview that he’s proud of a youthful team for constantly competing and working hard to get better throughout the season.

“We continued to get better,” Callais said.

“And we told the guys, ‘Look, we’re young, but we have a good team here.’ Where we were at the beginning of the season compared to now, we’ve made a big leap forward.”

South Lafourche sang farewell to three seniors this season, Jake Galjour, Trey Gallagher and Alex LaFont, young men Callais said will be hard to replace on and off the floor.

But the Tarpons will return several contributing players, as well, and on paper, will be a team capable of having a winning season next season.

Pictured are the Lockport Lower Elementary School’s Busy Bees for the week of January 7 to 11.

Pictured are the Lockport Lower Elementary School’s Busy Bees for the week of January 14 to 18.

Pictured are the Lockport Lower Elementary School perfect attendance winners for the month of January.

Joe’s Septic Contractor’s 7th Annual

Saturday, March 16th

Two Competition Times: 8am & 12:30pm

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$5,000 Platinum Sponsor, $2,000 Gold Sponsor & $500 Silver Sponsor Include Spots For 4 Man Team $250 Shooter box sponsor to advertise your company at one of the 10 shooting stands

All Proceeds To Benefit Give Kids The World & The Center For Pediatric Therapy Scholarship Fund FMI or a registration form contact

985-632-5591 or shootingdacrap@gmail.com At the Event: Lunch, Drinks, Entertainment, Awards, Live Auction and more!

Registered shooters will have a chance to win a gun.

Winner must be present. Drawing held after awards ceremony.

Organization has donated $198,500.

We are now collecting items for live auction.

Event will be held rain or shine. Competition is open to men, women and youth.

Shooters under 16 must submit a hunter safety card and be accompanied by an adult.

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Sunday, February 17, 2019 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

What a Life!

By: Rev. Wilmer L. Todd The blood of the martyrs has always been the seed of Christianity

We often hear about Christians being persecuted for their faith in various parts of the world.

It seems like whenever missionaries introduce Christianity to a new country or culture, a persecution begins once these followers of Jesus grow in size.

Jesus told his disciples to go out into the whole world and teach the truths he had given them. They were to baptism the believers and make them members of his body. This was a difficult task in many communities, especially where another religious group dominated the culture.

In the 16th-century missionaries were trying to introduce Christianity to the Far East. Paul Miki was a Christian from Kyoto, Japan. He was born at Tounucumada, Japan, and educated at the Jesuit college of Anziquiama. He joined the Jesuits in 1580, and became known for his eloquent preaching. Paul understood the local religion and culture well enough to argue for Christianity to the point where he made enemies.

Nine years before his martyrdom, the Japanese emperor had ordered all Christians out of Japan. Religious and political leaders ran the missionaries out of the country and burned down their churches.

Paul Miki and his companions (two Jesuit priests, six Franciscan priests, and 17 lay people including catechists, a doctor, a cook, a carpenter, a translator, and three altar boys) remained to continue God’s work. The government arrested and sentenced them to death in December of 1596.

The 26 men were forced to march 600 miles more than 30 days to meet their death in Nagasaki.

Those in charge repeatedly offered them freedom if they would renounce Christianity; they all declined.

When the march ended in Nagasaki, the officers tied the 26 martyrs to crosses and read the Decree of Execution.

The victims started to pray and sing while Paul Miki began to preach in a loud voice: “Having arrived at this moment of my existence, I believe that no one thinks I want to hide the truth.

That is why I declare that there is no other way of salvation than the one followed by Christians. Since this way teaches me to forgive my enemies and all who have offended me, I willingly forgive the king

Please don’t leave me behind when you move away.

I won’t be alright!

and all those who have wanted my death. I pray that they will obtain the desire of Christian baptism.”

The man reading their death sentence sought to paint the killings as a necessary government measure.

He told the crowd the martyrs were all men from the Philippines who had come to infiltrate Japanese society and erode their traditions with their lies. Paul Miki spoke about his Japanese heritage and the truth of the Gospel.

Here are his words as he hung on his cross: “The sentence of judgment says these men came to Japan from the Philippines, but I did not come from any other country. I am a true Japanese. The only reason for my being killed is that I have taught the doctrine of Christ. I did teach the doctrine of

Christ and am telling the truth. I thank God it is for this reason that I am dying. Ask Christ to help you to become happy. I obey Christ.

After Christ’s example I forgive my persecutors. I do not hate them. I ask God to have pity on all, and I hope my blood will fall on my fellow men as a fruitful rain.”

The executioners then stabbed these first martyrs of Japan to death with sharp spears while they hung on their crosses.

The crowd heard the testimony of Paul Miki and would use his words to spread Christianity in Japan.

Nearly 300 years later, missionaries returned to Japan. At first they didn’t find any churches or schools.

However, they quickly learned that many people had kept the Christian faith alive in secret over the years.

Lockport KC Council awards area senior high students

The Msgr. Carroll A. Badeaux Knights of Columbus Council #3054 of Lockport recently held their Annual Catholic Youth Leadership Award Contest (C.Y.L.A.) on Sunday,

If we have not included your church, or you would like to be a part of the Worship Directory, please call the Lafourche Gazette at 693-7229.

ASSEMBLY OF GOD

Charis Church

314 East 74th St. - Cut Off

Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

Pastor Audie Crochet (504) 952-6603

South Lafourche Assembly of God 17618 West Main - Galliano - 632-2109 Sunday Morning Service 10 a.m.

Children’s Church 10:00 a.m.

Wednesday Night Service - 6:30 p.m.

Guest Speaker Dr. Mark Duplantis Pastor Roger Hunt

First Assembly of God of Raceland Hwy. 1 & St. Ann Street - Raceland

Sunday School 9:00 a.m.

Children’s Church 10:00 a.m.

Worship Service 10:00 a.m.

Sunday Evening Worship Service 5:00 p.m.

Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m.

BAPTIST

First Baptist Church

187 Oakridge Dr. - Golden Meadow Sunday School 9:15 a.m.

Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Evening Bible Study 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday Prayers 6:30 p.m.

Pastor Matthew W. Chouest, Sr. www.fbcgm@viscom.net

First Baptist Church of Grand Isle

129 Cedar Ln. - Grand Isle - 985-787-3410 Sunday Worship: 10:00 a.m.

Wednesday Bible Study: 6:00 p.m. (All Ages) Pastor Nathan Stanford www.fbcgrandisle.com

First Baptist Church of Larose 105 W. 16th Street - Larose

Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Worship Service 10:45 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday Evening Bible Study 6:00 p.m.

Gary Hanberry, Pastor Res: 693-4891 - Church: 693-3258

New Mt. Zion Baptist Church 13841 East Main - Larose

Worship Service 7:00 a.m.

Sunday School 9:00 a.m.

Prayer Service/Bible Class Wednesday 6:30 Lord’s Supper: First Sunday 7:00 a.m.

Prayer Breakfast: Sat. before 1st Sun., 8 a.m.

Speaking Meeting: Thurs. before 1st Sun. 7 a.m.

Reverend Samuel Triplett, 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 Toby Brogden

Greater New Fountain Baptist Church

233 E. 12th St. - 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 7:30 a.m.

Lord’s Supper, Second Sunday, 7:30 a.m.

Rev. Ronnie Williams, Sr.

South Lafourche Baptist Church 17077 East Main - Cut Off

Sunday Bible Study 9:30 a.m.

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

Wednesday Church 6:30 p.m.

Pastor John Marks, Church: 632-4119

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.

Mitch Rousse, Pastor - 985-258-6543 www.trinitymathews.com

Crosspoint Church

16640 West Main St., Cut Off (Near South 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 Chad Mack www.bayoucrosspoint.org (985-632-0810)

St. Mathews Missionary Baptist Church Hwy. 308 - Mathews

Please don’t abandon your pets, it’s against the law!

There is a huge problem in this parish of folks "dumping" animals, especially at boat launches, on roadways, and at restaurants, with the idea that they’ll be OK. THEY WON’T BE! Also, have your pets spayed or neutered.

The Golden Meadow Lions Club welcomed the Louisiana Lions District 8S Governor and his cabinet at its monthly meeting. The state of the District and that of the club was discussed with accolades given to the club for its outstanding work in providing for the less fortunate in their community.

Pictured, (left to right), are Lion Pat France, First Vice Governor Lion Willis Luke and his wife, District Governor Lion Thomas Hutcherson and his wife, Cabinet Secretary Lion Robin Parks.

Sunday Worship Service 7:30 a.m.

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

Speaking Meeting/Testimony 2nd Sun. 7:30 p.m.

Lord’s Supper Every 3rd Sunday Reverend Roland J. Bradley, Sr.

Gulf Coast Baptist Church

1606 S. Bayou Drive - Golden Meadow

Sunday Worship Service 11:00 a.m. & 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday Worship 6:30 p.m.

Pastor Shane Terrebonne (985) 258-0988

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

New Sunlight Baptist Church 452 St. Patrick Street - Raceland

Sunday School 2 p.m., Sunday Worship 3 p.m.

Prayer Service/Bible Class-Thurs., 6 p.m.

Testimony/Prayer & Praise, 3rd Sunday, 3 p.m.

Communion, 4th Sunday, 3 p.m.

Reverend Charles Hawkins Sr., Pastor

CATHOLIC

Our Lady of Prompt Succor 723 North Bayou Drive Golden Meadow

Saturday Mass 5:00 p.m.

Sunday Mass 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m.

Reverend Henry Sebastian, Pastor

Our Lady of the Isle

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 a.m.

Winter Schedule: Sun. 10 a.m. (Nov. - Feb.) Fr. Joseph “Joe” Chacko, I.M.S.

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, 7:30 a.m.

Adoration Chapel open all day, everyday Rev. Duc Bui, Pastor www.ourladyoftherosarychurch.org

Sacred Heart Catholic Church 15300 West Main - Cut Off

Saturday Mass 4:00 p.m.

Sunday Mass 7:00, 9:00 and 11:00 a.m.

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

Tuesdays: 6:00 p.m.

Fr. Gregory Fratt

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 (Gheens) 333 Twin Oaks Dr. - Raceland

Sat. Mass 6:00 p.m. - Sun. Mass 9:00 a.m.

Wednesday Mass 5:15 p.m.

Rev. P.J. Madden www.sthilaryht.org

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., 5:15 p.m.

Friday Mass 7:00 a.m.

Rev. P.J. Madden www.sthilaryht.org

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.

CHURCH OF CHRIST

Larose Church of Christ 13379 East Main - Larose

Sunday Worship Service 9:30 a.m.

Bible Class 10:30 a.m.

Evening Services 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday Bible Class 6:00 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

January 27, to select the winners from the senior high school students who submitted application forms.

Brynne Mayet was the winner in the Girls Division and Taylor Mar-

This Worship Directory is made possible by these civic-minded businesses and individuals.

Please remember to thank them for their support.

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

Victory Life Church

1200 Crescent Avenue - Lockport

Services: Sun. 10:00 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.

PRESBYTERIAN

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

Wednesday bible Study 6:00 p.m.

Doctor John Spaulding, Pastor

INTER-DENOMINATIONAL Community Bible Church 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 Discipleship 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 10:45 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.

Wednesdays 7:00 p.m.

Sunday Spanish Service 3:00 p.m.

Pastor Morris Hunter, Jr.

Community Fellowship

901 Barataria Street - Lockport Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.

Reverend Carlos Nieves (504) 532-2992

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UNITED METHODIST

Golden Meadow United Methodist Church

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Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.

Chris Thomas, Pastor

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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.

Ladies Prayer: Tuesdays, 11 a.m., All Welcome 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.

504-915-5019

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

LA Carriers • 632-5858 752 Industrial Park Rd. • Larose, LA 70373

THERIOT, DUET & THERIOT, INC. Serving Lafourche Since 1957

Insurance Agents

• Marine • Life • Auto • Fire • Casualty • Notary Public 144 N. 1st St. • Golden Meadow Phone: 475-5126 • FAX: 475-7276

The Crossway Ministry, Lafourche 9334 Hwy. 308 - Lockport

15392 Hwy. 3235 - Cut Off (Across from Golden Motors)

Sunday Services 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.

Thursday Night Service 7 p.m.

Senior Pastor: Monty Duke Church Pastor: Darren Felarise Spanish Pastor: Marcos Ferriera

632-7575

108 East 90th Street - Galliano

Open Door Revival Center

16164 W. Main St. - Cut Off. - 325-2456

Crosby Boat Co., Inc. Keep Your Soul In Tow - Go To Church!

JEHOVAH’S WITNESS

Hwy. 1, 124 Walter Ln., Golden Meadow Sunday Evening Service: 6:30 p.m.

Thursday Evening Service: 7 p.m.

Call 693-7229 to reserve your spot on the Worship Directory.

Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses

Sunday Worship Service, 10:00 a.m.

Sunday Night Service, 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday Worship Service, 7:00 p.m. crosswaystudies@gmail.com

Full Gospel Temple #2

combe was the runnerup winner in the Girls Division. Trey Thibodaux was the winner in the Boys Division and Jacob Barker was the runner-up winner in the Boys Division.

House of Prayer

Bible-based Sermons Friday Night Sermon: 6:30 p.m.

(Free meal to all attending Friday nights) Bible Study Thursdays 6:30 p.m.

985-278-0122 (All religions welcome)

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.

Saturday Worship, Thibodaux, 5 p.m. - in the sanctuary at St. John’s Episcopal Church, 718 Jackson St. FMI Call Rev. Rudnik 879-1865

MORMON

Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints East 57th St.

Bible Study: Tuesdays 7:00 p.m.

English Elders: 985-360-7501 Spanish Elders: 985-791-6561 www.mormon.org

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Hwy. 308 • E. 73rd St. Galliano • 632-6571

SPANISH

Iglesia Adventista del 7MO Dia:

504 Seventh St. - Lockport

Ptr. Raul Rivero - Phone: (757) 894-5873 Cultos miercoles y viernes 7 p.m.

Sabado 9:30 a.m.

Sociedad de Jovenes Sabado de Tarde

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