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Central Lafourche early voting location unveiled By Julia Arenstam Daily Comet Staff Writer
Years of community W efforts culminated in the opening of a new early voting location in central Lafourche Thursday. Interim Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin, Parish President Jimmy Cantrelle, Councilman Corey Perrillioux, Registrar of Voters Mike Boudreaux and Clerk of Court Annette Fontana unveiled the new polling location in Mathews with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house. “This is something I think we’ve all been working on for months, years, and think we all got it together now. Come November, through the rest of time, I think it’s going to be a positive change for the parish,” Boudreaux said. With about 26 percent of all votes cast in each election during early voting, the new location gives greater opportunity for the See Voting Page 3-A
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The Lafourche Parish School Board has chosen three applicants to V S MATHEWS • GHEENS • LOCKPORT • VALENTINE • LAROSE be interviewed for the schools superC • GALLIANO • GOLDEN MEADOW • LEEVILLE • intendent GRAND ISLE position at a special meeting on Sept. 29. Of the five who submitted applications by the Aug. 31 deadline, Bubba Orgeron, Louis Voiron and Clyde Washington will be interviewed by the School Board to replace Jo Ann Matthews, who is retiring in March as superintendent. Orgeron has experience throughout Terrebonne and Lafourche parishes. He was a teacher for nine Photo by Babs years before becoming assistant prinMs. Alzina Toups is at it again, this time for BBC Travel as they visited recently to do a cipal of Golden Meadow Lower Elefeature story on the famous local chef. mentary School. He would go on to At 90-years young, Ms. Alzina is like the Energizer Bunny, she just keeps going and going. become assistant principal at Larose Pictured is Alzina preparing one of her famous dishes while being filmed by a BBC Travel Cut Off Middle and South Lafourche photographer. High School before spending four years as head principal at South Lafourche and eventually becoming the assistant superintendent of Terrebonne Parish. Voiron currently works as the Lafourche Parish School Board’s director of human resources. He began his career as a high school teacher in Ascension Parish before becoming a Lafourche Parish government is before voters on Nov. 6 is whether to raise teacher and athletic director for East preparing an information campaign ahead the tax to 1 percent. Adding the 0.3 of a Thibodaux Junior High. He has also of the upcoming election to reinstate a 1 percent tax back would amount to 30 served as an assistant principal and cents on a $100 purchase, or 3 cents on percent sales tax for garbage collection. principal. Lafourche Parish voters will determine $10. The increase would take effect Jan. 1. Washington began his career as a “This decision is not up to me or the whether to reinstate a portion of the 1986 mental health worker at Bayou Oaks one-cent sales tax to fund parishwide Council; it is up to the voters. Voter apHospital in Houma. He became a spegarbage and recycling services on Novem- proval would simply reinstate the three cial education teacher at Evergreen tenths of a penny to the original penny alber 6th. Junior High is 1997. Currently, the parish collects 0.7 of a ready approved by voters,” said Parish percent sales tax for garbage collection, ex- President Jimmy Cantrelle. See School Board Page 3-A In 1996, the Lafourche Parish Council cluding the city of Thibodaux. The matter had rolled back three tenths of that penny tax because revenues were adequate at the time. But twenty-two years later, the parish’s solid waste fund has been unable to keep up with costs due to declining sales tax revenues. According to Parish Government, the decline stems from the downturn of the oilfield. In 2016, revenues dedicated exclusively to fund garbage collection and recycling services brought in $6.7 million, against expenses of $8.2 million, a $1.5 million dollar shortfall. See Tax Page 5-A
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New Life Counseling offers discounted services to needy
New Life Counseling has recently received two grants from the Bayou Community Foundation and the Danos Foundation titled “Access to Care”. With the help of these grants, New Life is able to offer counseling to the underserved population in our community. The grant specifically targets people whose income falls at or below the poverty line. If an individual is accepted under the grant, he or she pays $10 per counseling session. The grant pays the remaining portion of the bill. If you need further information to see if you qualify for one of these grants, call 985-6327797.
SLHS alumni planning 50th class reunion
Mark your calendars classmates! South Lafourche High School alumni will host their 50-year reunion the weekend of October 12, 13, and 14th. Registration deadline is September 30th. Please follow the Facebook page for details at http://www. facebook.com/SLHS Class of 68= Party or contact Donald Lefort at 985-258-9845, Paulette LaNasse at 225-9331710 or Maggie Barrios Grisby at 985-696-0401 for registration details and a schedule of activities.
Gheens Needy Family Organization dinner set for Sept. 30
The next quarterly dinner for the Gheens Needy Family Organization will be held on Sunday, September 30 at the Gheens Community Center from 10:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Menu will consist of spaghetti, petit pois, potato salad and bread for an $8 donation. Desserts and drinks will also be available to purchase.
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The Ladies of LaSalette will conduct its annual craft show on Sunday, October 14, from 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the LaSalette Center in Golden Meadow, located on Highway 1 next to Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church. The layout for crafters will allow easy flow to each booth. As always, a chicken gumbo dinner will be served beginning at 11:00. Hot dogs and chili, desserts, soft drinks, beignets and coffee will also be available throughout the day. For more information please call Emma Callais at 985-677-1420 or Sybil Ledet at 985691-3391. Plan to visit on Sunday, October 14, to experience great food, fellowship and fun.
KC Council spaghetti dinner on Sept. 23rd
KC Council 9000 will be having a Spaghetti Dinner on Sunday, September 23rd from 11-1:30. Plate lunch will be $8.00 and it will be dine in or take out. Drinks and desserts will also be available for purchase. Please come out and help your local KC Council.
Concealed handgun course offered by LPSO
The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office will offer a Concealed Handgun Training Course on Sat., Sept. 29, at the LPSO Shooting Range Facility located at 3451 Hwy. 182 in Raceland. The class will begin at 8:00 a.m. and last until approximately 5:00 p.m. with a break for lunch. The cost for the course is $110, and advance registration is suggested due to limited class size. For more information, please contact Captain Lafate Day at (985) 449-4485 or by email at lafateday@lpso.net.
SLHS Class of ‘88 planning reunion
It’s South Lafourche High School’s 30-year reunion!! Come celebrate on Friday Oct. 12, (Homecoming game) with a reception in the school cafeteria and walking the field before the game at 5:30 p.m. A celebration will be held at Tideland’s Country Club from 7:3011:30 p.m. Come dressed dressy casual! The cost is $20 a couple or $10 a person. There will be appetizers, a DJ, and cash bar or BYOL! Cups and ice provided. For more info, please contact: Tina Lee-Alston at Tinaalston@att.net or Melanie Hobson-Bradberry at lmnbradberry@viscom.net.
St. Vincent De Paul Thrift Store conducting clothing sale this week
St. Vincent De Paul Thrift Store will conduct a clothing only fill a bag sale for $2. The sale will start Mon., Sept. 24 through Friday, September 28. Store hours are Monday and Thursday from 10-2, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 8-12. Location is 102 East 2nd St. in Larose.
Benefit set for cancer patient Sept. 23
Please come out and support Daniel Lee Sr.’s cancer benefit this Sunday, September 23rd at 11:30 a.m. All proceeds will go to Samart Funeral Home. Plate lunches will be sold at $7. The plate lunch will consist of white beans, rice, shrimp boulettes, bread and dessert or shrimp ettoufee/spaghetti, potato salad, bread and dessert. Other items will be sold for $1 and $5. There will be an auction, half and half, door prizes and music by a DJ.
Nicholls library to host anniversary exhibit
Ellender Memorial Library invites the public to walk through time with its newest archival exhibit celebrating the 70th Anniversary of when Nicholls State University opened its doors. “Nicholls Goes Platinum: 70 years of Nicholls History” features photographs and artifacts from historical moments on Nicholls’ campus. Items on display include a photo of Nicholls first president Dr. Charles Elkins breaking ground on the campus in 1947, the class assignment board former registrar James Powell used to organize classes, the first ticket sold to a Nicholls football game and some of the early textbooks, student IDs, class schedules and diplomas. “This exhibit will have a compilation of photos, memorabilia and artifacts that tell the story of Nicholls State University over the last 70 years,” said Clifton Theriot, library director. “We have displays dedicated to people, places and things important to Nicholls past, including events, like Western Week; the evolution of our mascot, Col. Tillou; and campus organizations, like ROTC.” A grand opening of the exhibit will be held following the Nicholls Alumni Jazz Brunch at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 23 (The Day), 70 years ago, that Francis T. Nicholls Junior College opened. The exhibit, which is free and open to the public, will be available to view from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, in the archives and special collections department of the library, located on the first floor. The exhibit will be open through December.
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BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Louisiana’s insurance commissioner says the state’s auto insurance market may be stabilizing, with a smaller rise in premiums expected this year compared with prior years. Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon says Louisiana’s auto market has seen a 2.1 percent average increase in rates this year. The Advocate reports that he said that’s about half the amount of increase midway through last year. In 2017, rates climbed by 8.7 percent for the full year. Louisiana has some of the highest auto insurance rates in the country, with sharp upticks in premium costs for the past five years. Donelon says rates have risen because of increases in crashes and insurance claims, along with greater expense in repairing vehicles as technology gets more sophisticated. He also
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Hotel beekeeper steps in for swarm when animal control can’t
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — If bees that help serve breakfast and bartend at a Louisiana hotel weren’t housed on top of the building, a swarm of their wild peers could’ve wreaked havoc in the downtown of the state’s capital. Baton Rouge’s Downtown Development District Director Davis Rhorer tells The Advocate, “This is a first.” A swarm of bees clustered the area Thursday morning until the nearby Hotel Indigo’s employees recommended a beekeeper they know from the hotel’s beehive. Hotel sales director Sandra Daire says they serve honey from their rooftop garden at breakfast and in martinis. Police closed a sidewalk while waiting for the apiarist to arrive. Rhorer says the local animal control office doesn’t respond to bee calls. He says a person reported she was stung, but no one had a serious reaction.
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residents of central Lafourche to exercise their right to vote, Ardoin said. The new polling location is located inside the Mathews Government Complex, 4876 La. 1. For years, voters in the central part of the parish would have to drive 30 to 45 minutes each way to participate in early voting in Thibodaux or Galliano, Cantrelle said. “I couldn’t be more proud of a team effort between the registrar and the parish government and the secretary of state,” Ardoin said. “That’s what it takes to bring the opportunity to vote to central Lafourche and all of Lafourche.” In addition to the other options available to senior citizens, the addition of a third early voting site in the parish helps add to the accessibility, Fontana said. “It’s good to see that we’re all working together for something positive,” Cantrelle said. The latest round of community efforts was made by central Lafourche residents Charles and Carol LeBlanc two years and eight months ago, they said. When the new administration and council took office, the couple began contacting state and local officials about the need for a new polling location. “When I first got elected, I held a town hall meeting,” Perrillioux said. “The LeBlancs, Charles and Carol, showed up and stressed that they’d love to see something like this happen.” At the first council meeting of the new administration, the matter
was discussed and it snowballed from there, Charles LeBlanc said. A college connection between Reggie Bagala, the council’s now legislative auditor and former parish administrator, and Ardoin, then-assistant secretary of state, helped move the project along further, Ardoin said. “After seeing it come together and seeing the results, I think this is a great thing for central Lafourche and something we can all be proud of as a team that put this thing together,” Perrillioux said. “This is a wonderfully positive move on the part of the parish,” Charles LeBlanc said. If residents of central Lafourche can make it to the Walmart next door, they can come participate in early voting, he said. The new polling location took work, requiring new equipment and wiring to be installed at the Mathews building.That was only possible through a cooperative agreement between the parish and the state, Ardoin said. The estimated initial costs for the new site totaled roughly $20,000, the agreement states. “This is just the epitome of local and state government working together to bring something to the people that they well deserve and utilizing their tax dollars directly for them,” Ardoin said. “If citizens don’t bring ideas to us, like the LeBlancs, those of us who are in leadership positions are unable to do much of anything until we know what the people need and deserve.” — Daily Comet Staff Writer Julia Arenstam can be reached at 448-7636 or julia.arenstam @houmatoday.com. Follow her on Twitter at @JuliaArenstam.
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He was an assistant principal at Ellender Memorial High before becoming the principal of Andrew Price School and later principal of Oaklawn Junior High. He is currently the assistant superintendent of the Rapides Parish School System. The interviews will be held at the School Board Office, 805 E. Seventh St., Thibodaux, at 9 a.m. “All three possess central office experience, and they all submitted complete applications,” School Board member Julie Breaux said at the board’s meeting. Breaux said those two factors were the main reasons why the applicants were selected. The board also decided how many questions to ask, how long each applicant gets to respond and other interview details. There was some debate as to how long each applicant should be allowed to introduce themselves. “I’ve sat through a lot of these interviews and I think that five minutes is good enough for an opening statement because after that, you start repeating yourself,” said board member Marian Fertitta. “This is a very important decision and I don’t think we need to rush.” Board member Richmond Boyd said two minutes is enough because a longer period could lead to exaggeration. Members eventually compromised on a threeminute opening statement, five questions and six-minute responses. The board’s legal adviser will choose the five
questions out of those submitted by the board members. After the interviews, the board can choose a new superintendent immediately, decide on more interviews or make a decision at its next regular meeting on Oct. 3.
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MERCHANDISE
For Sale: 8 seater round card table, asking $50. Call 985-8050819. _________________________ For Sale: 2 ton hydraulic lift, never used, $150; Craftsman 12” bandsaw 3/4 HP, used, $200; pipe holder, old, $20; Dewalt 60 lb. grinder, lightly used, $50; Craftsman 15” drill press with laser, 1/2HP, $300; Call 985-226-6946. _________________________
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BOATS
Hull and Trailer For Sale: 1999 16’ Express flat bottom boat; side console; Asking $3k. Call or text 985-258-9819. ________________________
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HELP WANTED
Southern Guard Service, Inc. is now accepting applications for Security Guard positions. Apply at 109 W. 12th St., Larose. Call 985-693-4316. _________________________ Coastal Janitorial Services is now hiring! Cleaning ladies needed 5 days a week. Call 632-5791 after 9am on Monday. _________________________ Grand Isle School has an opening for a high school science teacher. The qualified candidate should possess a teacher certificate and/or master’s degree in science, the medical field, engeineering or a field related to the courses to be taught (environment science, biology and chemistry). Please apply at https://www.applitrack.com/jpps s/onlineapp/before Octobe 31, 2018. _________________________
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SERVICES
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PRAYERS
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OBITUARIES
PRISCILLA T. BROCK
Priscilla Brock, age 95, a resident of Naperville, IL, formerly of Golden Meadow, La. passed away peacefully at her home on September 18, 2018. She was born on March 30, 1923 in Lafourche Parish, LA, the beloved eldest daughter of the late Donate and Nina Terrebonne and wife of the late Bill Brock. She is survived by her son, Chip (Barbara), of Naperville, IL; sisters, Thelma Hasson of Houston, TX, and Ann (Tony) Cheramie of Broussard, LA. Preceding her in death were her sisters, the late Eula Duhon of Maurice, La, and Marie and brothers Henry and Tunney Terrebonne, of Golden Meadow, LA. “B” was a kind loving Grandmother to her 4 grandchildren, Bonnie (Jeff) Haeger, Ray (Kelly) Brock, Mike (Jessica) Brock, and Katie (Scott) Graham. She enjoyed watching them as they grew up and had children of their own. “B” was a Great-Grandmother to 9 children who, just as their parents, had learned from a dedicated teacher who enjoyed capturing their imaginations with tales of her life on Bayou Lafourche. Recently, she was blessed with the physical ability to attend in June, the out of state wedding of her oldest Great Granddaughter, Alexandra (Andrew) Horstman. Aunt Patty’s love of family was extended to her many nieces and nephews and to their expanding families. Priscilla taught for over 45 years in the Lafourche Parish School system. She enjoyed teaching the 6th grade. She was active in the 4-H Club and had numerous students who successfully competed on the state level at LSU. She was a member/officer in the Catholic Daughters of the Americas, the Ladies Altar Society of Sacred Heart, the Retired Louisiana Teachers Association, various Bridge Clubs and Prayer Groups. One of her most memorable organizations was one that she was a Founding Member of – The 90’s Club – Naperville, IL. Priscilla and five of her closest 90-year-old friends would meet at a local restaurant, owned by a member every Thursday for lunch and various social discourses. Visitation will be at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Cut Off, LA on Tuesday, September 25th from 9 a.m. until service time. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Interment will follow at Sacred Heart Cemetery. Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Naperville was entrusted with arrangements. For information call 630/355-0213 or visit www.friedrich-jones.com Falgout Funeral Home is entrusted with local arrangements. _________________
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OBITUARIES
ELAINE P. DUET
Elaine P. Duet, 68, a native of Galliano and resident of Larose, passed away on Friday, September 14, 2018. Visitation will be held at Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in Cut Off on Monday, September 24, from 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. Elaine is survived by her husband of 50 years, David L. Duet; son, Daniel Duet; daughters, Dana Duet Griffin (Lonny), Danielle Duet Plaisance (Timmie) and Dru Duet Guidry (Eric); brothers, Alfred J. Pitre, Jr. and Thomas Pitre; sisters, Emily Pitre and Katie Verret; 12 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Elaine was preceded in death by her parents, Alfred and Emily Pitre; sister, M. Louise Pitre. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements.
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Public notice OPPORTUNITY FOR REQUESTING A PUBLIC HEARING Sunday, September 23, 2018
All interested persons are hereby advised that Special Education District No. 1 has applied to the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development for project funding under Federal Transit Administration (Section 5310, 5311, and/ or 5339) for the following: PROJECT: Special Education District No. 1 is preparing to replace existing equipment to continue transportation services in Lafourche Parish. Further details relative to the project are available from Special Education District No. 1, P.O. Box 405, 5510 West Avenue D, West 55th Street, Cut Off, LA 70345; (985) 632-5671. Interested persons are advised that they may request that a public hearing be conducted to provide a means for the public to express their views relative to the proposed project on the probable social, economic and environmental effects involved. In lieu of requesting a public hearing, interested persons may submit their comments in writing. Written requests for a public hearing and/or submittal of comments must be postmarked on or before Friday, October 8, 2018, and should be addressed to: Special Education District No. 1, P.O. Box 405, Cut Off, LA 70345. Should a public hearing be required, a public notice will be published stating the date, time and location of the hearing. Signed: Torie Lee, Executive Director 9/23/18
Make shelter adoption your 1st option!
Contact the Lafourche Parish Animal Shelter and save a life of a very deserving animal!! Call the shelter, located in Thibodaux, at (985) 446-3532 or e-mail lpas@lafourchegov.org.
Tax
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Following the decline in 2017, revenues decreased to $6.4 million and expenses increased to $ 8.4 million, a $2 million dollar shortfall. The 2018 tax revenue projections have not improved much from the previous two years. In order to cover these shortfalls to pay for garbage services, Parish Government has had to take money from other important projects that could have been spent on drainage and recreation improvements. “The reinstatement would generate enough revenue to pay for current garbage and recycling services next year and for years to come,” confirmed President Cantrelle. For the average taxpayer, the reinstatement would amount to 3¢ (three cents) on a $10 (ten dollar) retail purchase. If the tax is not approved, parish government said it would be forced to take drastic steps to cut costs which could include reducing service to once a week with no bulky waste pickup and no recycling, keeping the current services and tax but adding a $7 per month user fee, rolling back the entire tax and adding a $25 per month user fee or moving to private individual garbage services. Because the state Legislature voted to reduce the state sales tax from 5 percent to 4.45 percent earlier this year, the net change in Lafourche Parish would be a reduction of 0.25 percent if the increase passes. “We have considered many options and believe that this option is least costly for taxpayers since user fees are avoided, tourists contribute and contributions are variable to one’s level of expenditure,” Cantrelle said. “We encourage citizens of Lafourche Parish to vote on November 6th, 2018, because every vote counts.” To find out more about the proposed tax visit www.lafourchegov.o rg/garbagetax.
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Lawmakers earlier this year renewed part of an expiring state sales tax for seven years, amid concerns without the money they’d have to make deep cuts across state services. Some conservative Republican lawmakers have suggested the surplus shows Edwards exaggerated the need for taxes to plug budget gaps. The governor called that criticism ridiculous, saying Louisiana’s income estimates are moving targets and noting the state can’t use surpluses from a prior year to pay for ongoing expenses. “Having a surplus is a good thing. It’s not a bad thing. The only alternative to a surplus is a deficit,” Edwards said. The final surplus amount will be settled next month, but the treasury and budget analysts know the ballpark figure because the state recently closed the books on the 2017-18 budget year that ended June 30 with a cash balance. Under Louisiana’s constitution, surplus dollars can only be spent
on certain one-time expenses, like debt payments, construction work and coastal projects, not ongoing agency expenses and continuing programs. At least 10 percent of any surplus is supposed to pay down retirement debt, and a quarter of a surplus is earmarked for the state’s “rainy day” fund. Edwards and lawmakers will decide the spending plan for the remaining money in the 2019 legislative session. The governor said he doesn’t have a priority list yet, but he pointed to a $14 billion backlog in road and bridge work and a multibillion-dollar list of deferred maintenance projects on state buildings and college campuses. “There’s no shortage of needs, and it’s a great day when you can satisfy some of those needs with cash rather than having to borrow money to do that,” Edwards said. Barras said he favors using the money to pay down state debts, a move he said would impress national credit rating agencies. ___ Follow Melinda Deslatte on Twitter at http://twitter.com/melindadeslatte
Gheens man charged with third degree rape of a juvenile
T h e Lafourche Parish Sheriff Office announced the arrest of a Gheens man for Third Degree Rape of a juvenile. Michael Ernst Jr., 40, was arrested Monday, September 17 following an investigation. Through investigation, juvenile detectives learned Ernst had inappropriate sexual contact with a teenage juvenile in January 2018. Following an investigation, a warrant was issued for his arrest. Detectives made contact with Ernst on Monday, and he was placed under arrest. Ernst was booked into the Lafourche Parish Detention Center.
He was charged with Third Degree Rape. His bond is set at $200,000.
Arrest reports
Sunday, September 23, 2018 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE 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 are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
SEPTEMBER 17, 2018 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Erica Rocha, 55, Houma. Persons with outstanding warrant: arrest or release of person. Sidney Brown III, 23, Houma. Contempt of court. Brandon Lecompte, 30, Raceland. Violation of probation/parole. James Lirette, 48, Thibodaux. Fugitive (2 CTS). Bobby Nelton Jr., 42, Houma. Fugitive (3 CTS). Paul Trosclair Jr., 47, Houma. Contempt of court. Greater Lafourche Port Commission Harbor Police Craig Robichaux, 42, Houma. Second-degree battery (Felony). Cody Songe, 37, Houma. Fugitive. SEPTEMBER 18, 2018 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Blaine Breaux, 31, Houma. Contempt of court (6 CTS). Jessie Guidry Jr., 43, Galliano. False imprisonment (Misd). Domestic abuse battery (Misd). Uly Henderson, 23, Thibodaux. Violation of probation/parole. Errol Rodrigue, 55, Chackbay. Pornography involving juveniles (Felony). (Sex offense-registration required). Alfred Starks, 27, Labadieville. Contempt of court. Michael Ernst Jr., 40, Gheens. Third degree rape (Sex offense-registration required). Samir Alia, 38, Cut Off. Theft (Felony). Thibodaux Police Department Sharnae Every, 23, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Fugitive (3 CTS). Milton Green, 65, Thibodaux. Domestic abuse battery involving strangulation (Felony).
ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 You may want to pull the covers over your head and stay in bed all week long, but that’s just not possible. If you dust yourself off and get out there, you’ll get back on track. TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Don’t lose your patience if you need to repeat yourself a few times before your point comes across to others, Taurus. Eventually, others will start to come around. GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, do not worry even if your workload seems overwhelming. Relief is on the way. A hero will swoop in and take some of the responsibility off your shoulders. CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Happy times in your life have you exhibiting good will toward others, Cancer. Maybe you’ll give a coworker a break or cast some good vibes on a friend. LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 It is important to have goals, but not at the expense of friendships. If you have to put success over the needs of others, it may not be worth it. Wait until everything jibes.
VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Having a plan in place at all times is your saving grace, Virgo. When something unexpected happens this week, you will be able to handle it without breaking a sweat. LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Two friends or family members may try to put you in the middle of their quarrel, Libra. This is an unenviable situation. Try to remain as neutral as possible. SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Though it may be challenging, spend more time engaging in frivolous activities this week rather than more serious pursuits. Show others you can let loose, Scorpio. SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, you may get an inkling that change is ahead, but you can’t pinpoint which direction it’s coming from. Just be at the ready for anything that seems unusual. CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, when someone challenges you, it’s best to not get defensive. This may seem like you are admitting guilt. Instead, do not engage this person much.
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Shannon Jones, 22, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Donna Kelley, 55, Schriever. Fugitive. Shakala Rideau, 23, Opelousas. Domestic abuse battery. Chrissy Thomas, 38, Contempt of court. Ernest Watkins, 25, Napoleonville. Contempt of court (3 CTS). Lockport Police Department Jonathan Hebert, 29, Lockport. Contempt of court. SEPTEMBER 19, 2018 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Johnny Bailey, 40, Thibodaux. Violation of probation/parole. Louis Barnes Jr., 30, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Jovi Boudreaux, 24, Raceland. Unauthorized use of a motor vehicle. Contempt of court. Brendon Chiasson, 19, Lockport. Contempt of court. Jacob Chouest, 24, Lockport. Domestic abuse battery (Misd). Jason Dunbar Sr., 27, Thibodaux. Violation of probation/parole. Shane Eschette, 51, Raceland. Contempt of court. Alyssa Kersey, 19, Thibodaux. Prohibited acts-schedule 1. Brandy Ougel, 30, Larose. Fugitive. Thibodaux Police Department Wahi Harris, 45, Houma. Contempt of court. Steven Ledet, 41, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Fugitive. Dreonta Robertson, 22, Thibodaux. Attempt/second degree murder. Lockport Police Department Brendon Chiasson, 19, Lockport. Illegal possession of stolen things (Felony). Illegal possession of stolen firearm.
AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, when work pressures get to you, it’s best to take a little time off on the weekend to think about anything but work. Immerse yourself in a hobby. PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Travel plans may be slightly delayed, but they’re not completely off the table, Pisces. Don’t worry about having to unpack those bags just yet.
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Sunday, September 23, 2018 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE
What a Life!
By: Rev. Wilmer L. Todd Dealing with loss, closure is not a legal matter … it’s a matter of inner healing
All of us have experienced some type of personal loss. We can lose many things – a job, a pet, our health, personal objects, the ending of a relationship, or grieving for our pending death. The most devastating of all losses is the death of a close loved one. In 1969, Dr. Elisabeth Kübler-Ross described five popular stages of grief. They include: Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Depression and Acceptance. We can describe these steps as going up and down a spiral staircase. We can go from one stage to another, falling back for a while and then moving forward again. We are all different and we all deal with grief in different ways. We look for closure after the death of a loved one. We often hear in court cases that the family of the deceased victim is looking for closure. They are hoping that a life sentence or the death penalty for the accused will bring closure. However, that never happens! Closure involves inner healing. Dr. Ira Byock, a pioneer in the hospice movement, has given us “the five things” that promote closure. These five things can be done either before or after the death of a loved one. • Task 1: To say I’m sorry. We all have regrets. None of us are perfect. We sometimes hurt others without realizing it. It’s important that we heal the emotional, psychological and spiritual wounds we have caused. To heal these wounds, we need to remove any unresolved issues between ourselves and our loved one. The best way to accomplish this is to ask for forgiveness. To say “I am sorry” is not a weakness, but a sign of strength. Saying “I’m sorry” after the death of a loved one promotes our inner healing. • Task 2: To offer forgiveness. We often hurt the ones we love, maybe not intentionally. Those we love have hurt us. Jesus often urged us to forgive. When St. Peter asked Jesus how often should we forgive someone, was seven times enough? Jesus said, “No. Forgive seventy times seven.” When we offer forgiveness we free ourselves from the hurts of the past so we can live in the present. Offering forgiveness is the ultimate act of self-kindness. • Task 3: To say thank you. None of us has gotten where we are in life without the help of others. Everyone is a gift and we have received many blessings by shar-
St. Vincent De Paul Thrift Store conducting clothing sale this week
St. Vincent De Paul Thrift Store will conduct a clothing only fill a bag sale for $2. The sale will start Monday, September 24 through Friday, September 28. Store hours are Monday and Thursday from 10-2, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 8-12. Location is 102 East 2nd St. in Larose.
ing life with our loved ones. Sometimes we take our loved ones for granted. They are always there for us. We may assume that we show appreciation to our loved ones and consequently we do not say “thank you.” Thank them for what they gave us in the relationship. • Task 4: To say I love you. Love is why we are grieving. For some people, saying “I love you” might be difficult. However, acknowledging this love is an affirmation of the relationship. Saying “I love you” can bring comfort and healing to our loved one. If the person is still living, love can be expressed in a card, letter, or by a simple act of touch that conveys love and caring. • Task 5: To say
good-bye. This task may be difficult because of its finality. There is never a right time to say “goodbye.” Yet, good endings are important for family members and friends plus those who are facing death. If you have already lost your loved one, saying good-bye after their death is a recognition of their absence and your grief. Saying good-bye to someone who is deceased does not dismiss that person from your life, or mean that your grief is over. Grief does not end, though it may stop hurting. It is good to say these five things aloud, in your mind or on paper. Don’t be afraid to express all your feelings, good and bad. Closure comes from being able to articulate these feelings.
COLA
The cost of living adjustment was 2 percent in 2018, or $26 per month on average, but was perceived to be offset by increases in Medicare costs. Medicare Part B premiums are projected to increase by about $1.50 a month to $135.50 per month in 2019. The 2018 Social Security benefits increase followed a 0.3 percent rise in 2017 and no increase in 2016. Cost-of-living adjustments are aimed at ensuring that benefits keep up with inflation. The trade-off, of course, is the same rising levels of inflation that produce larger increases to Social Security benefits also end up
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.fbcgoldenmeadow.com
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 Nolan Smith, Pastor
First Baptist Church 5545 Hwy. 1 - Lockport
Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 10:45 a.m. Wednesday Evening Worship 6:30 p.m. Pastor 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. Michael Davis, Pastor - 985-278-9852
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
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
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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. Carlos Talavera, Pastor
Our Lady of the Rosary
12911 E. Main - Larose - 985-693-3433 Saturday Vigil 4:00 p.m. Sunday Masses 7:00, 10:00 and 5:30 Weekday Mass Monday thru Friday, 7:30 a.m. Adoration Chapel open all day, everyday Rev. Ronilo Villamor, 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
forcing recipients to pay more for the essential goods that they need. But when the costs of the things that you need as an older American always seem to go up regardless of what
MEN IN PRAYER Men’s Prayer Meeting All Men, All Churches Invited
Saturday, September 29 • 7:30 - 8:30 a.m.
Jack’s Exxon (In the Garage)
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. Thursdays 7:00 p.m. Reverend Carlos Nieves (504) 532-2992
Call 693-7229 to reserve your spot on the Worship Directory.
Crosby Boat Co., Inc. Keep Your Soul In Tow - Go To Church!
632-7575
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GRAND ISLE SHIPYARD OILFIELD CONTRACTORS
We aid in the supply of a natural resource to our world - oil. The Church aids in the supply of a vital resource to our world - God. Attend the church of your choice this week!
B & J Martin, Inc. Utility Boats Martin Quarters (985) 632-2727
JEHOVAH’S WITNESS
108 East 90th Street - Galliano
UNITED METHODIST
Golden Meadow United Methodist Church
18803 East Main - Golden Meadow Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. Chris Thomas, Pastor
Memorial United Methodist
201 Central Lafourche Dr. - Mathews
Sunday School & Adult Bible Class, 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 8:30 a.m. Communion First Sunday at 8:30 a.m. www.mathewsmethodist.org
Hwy. 1 • Lockport • 532-6015 1917 So. Bayou Dr. • Golden Meadow • 475-7131 13086 Hwy. 3235 • Larose • 693-7188
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
~ Luke 5:16
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses
Open Door Revival Center
16164 W. Main St. - Cut Off. - 325-2456
...Jesus Himself would often slip away to the wilderness and pray.
This Worship Directory is made possible by these civic-minded businesses and individuals. Please remember to thank them for their support.
Hwy. 1, 124 Walter Ln., Golden Meadow Sunday Evening Service: 6:30 p.m. Thursday Evening Service: 7 p.m.
14807 West Main, Cut Off
PRAYING FOR OUR FAMILIES, COMMUNITY AND NATION.
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
government inflation figures say – especially in areas such as health care – then getting a boost to your Social Security is at least a bit of a consolation.
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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Windshield Chips Repaired • Commercial • Marine • Residential
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