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Dream of I-49 South inches along
By MELINDA DESLATTE Associated Press
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Louisiana’s financial standing with another national credit rating improved Friday, an acknowledgement that state leaders have moved to stabilize the budget and end a decade of uncertainty over finances. S&P Global Ratings boosted its outlook for Louisiana from “negative” to “stable,” an indication the firm believes the state has moved to a more sound financial position and is no longer at heightened risk of a credit downgrade. The credit rating agency stopped short of upgrading Louisiana’s credit rating, however, a decision that would make it less expensive to finance roadwork and construction projects. A second rating agency, Moody’s Investors Service, took similar action in July. S&P said the improved outlook stems from passage of a sevenyear sales tax renewal that will give Louisiana “a measure of budget predictability.” The firm also noted that for a third year, Democratic See Louisiana Page 3-A
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THURSDAY, AUG. 30 GOLDEN MEADOW ROTARY CLUB 7:00 p.m. Old Parish Library LA 1- Golden Meadow
LAFOURCHE PARISH PLANNING COMMISSION 5:00 p.m. Mathews Govt. Complex 4876 LA 1 - Mathews
By Julia Arenstam Daily Comet Staff Writer
It’s finally here … football season! The Trojan Bantam “C” Team cheerleaders lead the team as they kicked off the bantam season Saturday at the Raceland Recreation Field. The Tarpons of South Lafourche will begin their regular season this Thursday as they travel to De La Salle in New Orleans while the Central Lafourche Trojans will host E.D. White in Mathews Friday night. The Saints will play their final pre-season game at home Thursday night as they host the L.A. Rams while the Tigers of LSU travel to Arlington, TX to take on the Miami Hurricanes on Sunday night. There’s lots of football officially kicking off the season this week. And watch for the Lafourche Gazette’s Football Contest to begin soon.
New Lafourche jail set to open Dec. 1 By Dan Copp Daily Comet Staff Writer
Although there have been some construction delays, the Sheriff’s Office believes the new Lafourche Parish jail will be worth the wait. Construction on the 127,000-squarefoot facility at LA 3185 and Veterans Boulevard near Thibodaux is now scheduled for “substantial completion” on Sept. 14, the Sheriff’s Office announced. The final completion date will be 60 days later, and inmates will be moved there beginning Dec. 1. Because construction had been delayed by weather conditions, a grand opening ceremony is scheduled for Nov. 28, said Lt. Brennan Matherne. The $40 million jail will accommodate
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up to 600 inmates and will be operated as a “direct-supervision facility” where officers will interact and work with inmates, Sheriff Craig Webre said. The Sheriff’s Office purchased 42 acres last year for $962,775. The jail will not stretch over the whole property, but the land couldn’t be subdivided for sale. The new jail will implement evidencebased prisoner re-entry initiatives to help inmates get back onto their feet, the sheriff said. “I am most excited about the many opportunities to make positive changes in peoples’ lives and assist them in becoming productive citizens,” Webre said Friday. “It brings to the parish a modern jail facility which is safer and has sufficient capacity to meet the needs of the parish.” See Jail Page 3-A
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The new Lafourche Parish Jail is still under construction on LA 3185 near Thibodaux.
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Progress is slowly being made on the Interstate 49 project that could be completed within 15 years. The I-49 South Coalition was formed in 2013, bringing business owners, elected officials and activists together in one place to advocate for a plan to turn U.S. 90 between Lafayette and New Orleans into part of the national interstate system. The coalition was founded by Sen. Bret Allain, R-Franklin, and was modeled after the La. 1 Coalition looking to elevate La. 1 from Leeville to Golden Meadow. Once completed, Interstate 49 would link New Orleans’ Interstate 10 to the current end of I-49 in Lafayette. Although Allain is no longer involved in the coalition on a day-to-day basis, he said he still strongly supports the project. “I think I-49 is the most important project in the area,” Allain said. A large part of the project remains unfinished in Lafourche and St. Charles parishes. According to the group’s website, the roadway from Raceland to the West Bank Expressway is expected to cost between $1.3 billion and $1.5 billion. That project includes an estimated $20 million to $25 million for the Interstate 310 and U.S. 90 interchange in Boutte. See I-49 South Page 3-A
Cars recently travel on U.S. Hwy. 90 in Raceland, a portion of highway that’s planned to become part of I-49 South from Lafayette to New Orleans.
Nicholls Online ranks among top schools for affordability, mobility rate
Nicholls Online was again named one of the best online programs in the country for helping students from low-income families significantly improve their situation after graduation, according to a new report. Online education research publisher, SR Education Group, analyzed nearly 1,000 online programs and those with a mobility rate in the top 30 percent that offer at least 10 bachelor’s degree programs were considered. Only 92 schools made the cut. Nicholls, which ranked No. 18 in affordability, was one of five Louisiana schools included in the ranking, including Southern University, McNeese State University, Northwestern State University and the University of Louisiana at Monroe. See Nicholls Page 3-A
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Wednesday, August 29, 2018 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE
First Baptist Church to begin Awana
Calendar of Events News to Use! Lafourche Central Market to be held every Saturday
The Lafourche Central Market will be held every Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon at 4484 Hwy. 1 in Raceland (right under the overpass). Enjoy a one stop shop for fresh seafood, homemade meats, organic produce, treats and crafts with Cajun flair. New vendors welcomed. ___________________
Catholic Daughters announce upcoming meetings
Catholic Daughters of the Americas Court Pop Pius X #1883 announces upcoming meetings and activities. Covered dish meeting on September 5 at 5:30 p.m.; regular meeting and audit on October 10 at 5:30 p.m.; Our Lady of Fatima Rosary on October 13 at 11 a.m. at the Veteran’s Memorial in Galliano; and Mass at Sacred Heart Church on October 21 at 9 a.m. All members are invited to participate in the Mass and Procession. Officers are to wear robes. All meetings are at the Spiritual Life Center behind Sacred Heart Church in Cut Off. For more information call Betty at 6323270. __________________
St. Joseph Catholic Church to host French Mass
St. Joseph Catholic Church in Galliano will host a French mass on Saturday, September 1, at 4 p.m. Father Roch Naquin will be the celebrant.
First Baptist Church Larose will begin Awana, Wednesday, September 5, at 6 p.m., for children PreK thru 6th grade. Club nights will be Wednesdays, 6-7:45, through May of 2019. Awana is a program for children to learn about God through scripture memory, games, activities, theme nights and Bible lessons. It is free and open to everyone. For more information about FBC Larose Awana, contact Beverly Hanberry 985-8563305. ___________________
Jesse Tree Program will soon accept applications
St. Joseph Catholic Church will soon be receiving applications for the Jesse Tree Program. Children ages infant to 13 years old are eligible. You must live between Old Safari Heights and West 201st St. on Hwy. 1; East 95th St. and East 149th St. on Hwy. 308; and Sonic and Days Inn on Hwy. 3235. You must also be receiving food stamps. Applications can be filled out at St. Joseph Church meeting room in Galliano on Tuesday, September 4 and Wednesday, September 5 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and again on Thursday, September 6 from 12 to 3 p.m. No applications will be accepted after this date. No phone calls please. __________________
SLHS Project Graduation meeting planned for Sept. 6
Parents of the South Lafourche High School class of 2019 will be having a Project Graduation meeting on Thursday, September 6, at 6:00 p.m. at the Vision Communications Cafeteria, located on West 9th street, third warehouse on left, in Larose. Any questions about the location, contact 985696-2446.
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CCC conducting summer clearance sale
Bayou Bell Ringers in need of financial help from public
The Catholic Community Center is conducting a half-price summer clothing clearance sale. Most clothing in the larger store will be 25¢ each. It is anticipated that the half price sale will run for four full weeks with new items added each day before opening. CCC is located at 9018 East Avenue A in Galliano, next to the South Lafourche Tarpon Bridge [directly behind Renovations]. The store will temporarily extend its Monday hours to a new time from 12-noon to 4 p.m., during this sale. Wednesday’s hours are from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday’s hours from 10 a.m. to noon will remain the same. _________________
The Bayou Bell Ringers have been invited to perform two concerts in Purvis, MS. Funds are needed for the hotel, food and transportation. There are approximately 40 members, and since they all have disabilities and need a chaperon to take care of them, that totals 80 people for 2 days of expenses. Donations can be made by mail to Bayou Bell Ringers, P.O. Box 116, Cut Off, LA, 70345; or contact Janice Grammer, contact representative, at 985-632-6800. Please help, any amount will be greatly appreciated by God’s children who need to show that they are “people first” by playing hand bells. __________________
The Lafourche Council on Aging will be hosting their annual Health Fair on September 25 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Lafourche Council on Aging Office located at 4876 Hwy. 1 in Mathews (the old Walmart building). Vendors will be there offering great services and lots of important information. The Health Fair is for seniors 50 years of age and older. Flu shots will be given free of charge. Call Chantell to reserve your flu shot by September 17. If you will need transportation to and from the Health Fair, please call the Transportation Dept. at 985532-0457, no later than September 17.
Israelite Baptist Church will host a fried chicken lunch on Friday, September 14 at the Larose Civic Center. Take–outs are from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. The Center is located at 307 West 5th Street in Larose. The lunch will consist of fried chicken, baked mac and cheese, French bread, cole slaw, and dessert. Cost of the lunch is a $10 donation. The donations will help with the renovation of the church. The deadline for purchasing tickets is August 30. To purchase tickets, please contact Albertha Campbell at 665-3315 or Larose Civic Center at 693 7355.
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to settle up his loan and get his car back. “That will be $5,000 in principal, and $15.40 in interest,” the loan officer said. The man wrote out a check and started to walk away. “Wait sir,” the loan officer said, “While you were gone I learned that you are a millionaire. Why in the world would you need to borrow $5,000?” The man smiled, “Where else could I park my Rolls Royce in Manhattan for two weeks and pay only $15.40?”
Labor Day - Deal with the stuff By Glenn Mollette Guest Columnist
Labor Day Weekend gives Americans across the country a three-day weekend to rest, travel and celebrate our freedom to labor. Our jobs increased by two million people in 2017 and have continued to climb in 2018. Hourly wages have seen gains and the stock market has seen twenty months of phenomenal growth. Employers across the country need workers and job seekers have options. Not everyone will travel on Labor Day and I would like to suggest an activity of Labor that will be mentally good for you and your entire family. Clean out your closet, basement, attic and garage. For years Americans cram “stuff” into closets, basements, attics and garages. After all of these are filled to capacity we build storage barns in our yards. Next, we rent storage units to store more stuff. Have you noticed how many storage units are being built almost everywhere? They are a big business. People that own storage units make big money because there is such a demand for them. The richest man in Kentucky is in the storage space business. We are talking about a state that has been rich in coal, natural gas and bourbon whiskey. Thus, this gives you an idea how many people are storing up stuff. I inherited my mom and dad’s old house. It was my home place growing up and it has been a delight. However after eleven years I’m still throwing stuff away. My family took what they wanted years ago, and a lot of clothes and things were given away or divided up but still yet there was lots of things that mom, and dad in particular had stored up over the years. Just two weekends ago I cleaned out another old building of old tools to give and throw away. My wife’s parents recently passed and left a house of four bedrooms, and a basement and garage filled with 76 years of “stuff.” We gave away, had yard sales, divided and divided among family and gave away more and literally had to throw a lot of things in the trash. The family sold this
house so it had to be emptied. Emptying a house of an entire life of collected items is hard work but emotionally draining. Every item, picture, garment, old gun, piece of china etc. has memories and it’s tough to just throw it in the dumpster. Why do we collect and store so much “stuff?” Most of it is socked away in a closet or space and hardly used. We unpacked a large basement space of tools, old furniture and more that had not been touched in many years. Why do we do this? Because we think we might want or need it? Maybe the children will want it? Or, maybe the grandchildren will want it? It’s amazing how very little of our things our children want. Most of them want their own stuff and seldom want the old. Some people do of course but by and large more is thrown and given away than handed down and used by future generations. Often, so much of the stuff we save is junk, so who wants to take our junk to their house and store it in their basement? Do yourself and your family a favor. Start cleaning out your storage spaces now and give it away yourself. You’ll know where it’s going. Do your giving while you are living then you know where it’s going. Haul the junk to the dump. Have a yard sale and whatever you have left you will know more about what it is and where to find it. Plus, when you are dead and gone your children we’ll be able to rest on Labor Day and not spend their weekend cleaning out all your old clothes and old stuff that you didn’t take care of yourself. There is something really nice about having a closet where you can really see and know what is in that closet. Or it’s nice having a garage or an attic where most of it has been cleaned out and organized and only contains what you really need. When you get it done sit back and drink a cold glass of lemonade and give thanks for the things you have and the labor that provided the “stuff” you really need and enjoy. Dr. Glenn Mollette is the author of 12 books. His syndicated column is read in all 50 states. Contact him at GMollette@aol.com. Learn more at www.glennmollette.com
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Gov. John Bel Edwards and the majority-Republican state Legislature balanced the budget without the extensive patchwork fixes once used to pay for ongoing expenses. Edwards said the S&P decision “is further evidence that what we did was right for Louisiana.” “For too long, our state lacked the stability and predictability we needed, but those days are over. Thanks to the work of a bipartisan group of legislators, we have a stable budget,” he said in a statement. In the last special session, Edwards and lawmakers renewed 0.45 percent of an expiring 1 percent state sales tax to avert deep cuts, until mid-2025. Enactment of a seven-year tax was in sharp contrast to a decade of short-term, temporary fixes used to balance Louisiana’s budget, particularly under the eight-year tenure of former Gov. Bobby Jindal. Wall Street credit rating agencies had repeatedly raised concerns about Louisiana’s use of impermanent solutions for long-term budget imbalances. Three major rating agencies, including S&P and Moody’s, downgraded Louisiana’s credit rating in 2016 and 2017, making it more expensive to borrow money. In its latest credit profile for Louisiana, S&P did raise some concerns, however, about the state’s “sluggish economic trends,” the impact of fluctuating oil and gas prices on state income and the state economy and retirement debts. ___ Follow Melinda Deslatte on Twitter at http://twitter.com/melindadeslatte
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As a direct-supervision facility, officers will interact and work with inmates, Webre said. “The research has shown that is a much more effective model that reduces assaults on guards and inmates and has a better outcome for behavior management,” Webre said. “It will offer us a once in a lifetime opportunity to affect the future of corrections and quality of life for the citizens we serve for the next century.” Webre believes the direct supervision of in-
mates will also help prevent incidents such as the one reported last week when an inmate was charged with sexually assaulting two other inmates.
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Members of the I-49 South Coalition met with state Treasurer John Schroder in March, asking for help from the Louisiana State Transportation Infrastructure Bank. The transportation bank provides financing for eligible transportation projects through low-interest loans to public entities, a news release from the coalition states. However, no official funding for the project has been announced. In May, Gov. John Bel Edwards also proclaimed May 15 as I-49 South Day in the state. As a result, members of the coalition met with representatives of the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development and the State Treasurer’s Office to discuss the project’s progress. “More than 100 of the planned 160 miles of I-49 South are complete or currently under construction,” the group states. I-49 South Coalition Chairman David Mann said he’s optimistic the remaining projects will be completed within 10 to 15 years. “I’m very optimistic of the things that are happening out there right now,” he said. “From a coalition standpoint, we’re happy that we know there’s under 100 miles that needs to be upgraded.” A recent economic impact study found that completing the southern portion of the interstate “demonstrates robust short-term and longterm impacts on jobs and economic growth.” Another section of the roadway outside Morgan City is also in the initial planning and study phase and is expected to cost between $240 million and $300 million. In Lafayette, the link between the two roadways has seen more recent progress. In February, the I-49 Connector Committee agreed to move forward with analyzing four possible designs for the project. That process is expected to take nine to 12 months.
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According to the impact study, finishing the connector would result in a $2.3 billion economic impact over a 21year period and save drivers an estimated 5 million hours of driving by 2044. With the entire I-49 south segments completed, the state would see an economic impact of $9.7 billion, save 27.2 million driving hours and create 6,000 jobs by 2044. The segment of I-49 that connects Lafayette to north Louisiana is already complete. There is also an Interstate 49 International Coalition that was formed in 2002 to bring together groups in Louisiana, Arkansas and Missouri to complete the interstate from Kansas City, Missouri, to New Orleans. Kansas City will also serve as the connection to Interstate 29, which already runs to Winnipeg, Canada, therefore creating a 1,700-mile uninterrupted interstate from Canada to New Orleans and beyond, the group’s website states. “Once the interstate is completed, even to I310, we’re going to have a lot of things that will be able to happen along the corridor that aren’t happening now,” Mann said.
Newly elected officers for the 2018-19 Golden Meadow Lions Club are (left to right) Henry Lafont, Past President; Ray C. Bernard, President; Pat France, Vice president; Ken Friedlander, Secretary; Mike Oglesby, treasurer; and Harold Adams, tail twister.
The Golden Meadow Lions Club has presented the “Making a Difference” Outstanding Community Service Award to Mr. Windell Curole, General Manager for the South Lafourche Levee District, for his significant contributions to his community through his time, actions, talents, and dedication. Presenting the award are Mr. Henry Lafont (Past President) and Mr. Ray C. Bernard (President) of the GMLC.
— 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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“Here at Nicholls State University, we pride ourselves on providing rigorous academic programs that align with the wants and needs of the Bayou Region,” said Dr. Sue Westbrook, provost and vice president of academic affairs. “What better way to serve your community than helping a student improve their quality of life. Rankings like this underscore just how valuable Nicholls is to the community,” said Westbrook. SR Education Group assigns mobility scores to each institution, which are determined by mobility rates, early career salaries for graduates and pell grant rates. Nicholls 78.1 was the second-best score in Louisiana. In 2017, The Equal Opportunity Project reported Nicholls had a 2.9 percent upward mobility rate, higher than the national average of 1.9 percent and ranked in the 85th percentile of U.S. colleges. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Washington, SR Education Group provides online resources to help prospective college students find the education that best suits their budget and career aspirations. The group provides over $250,000 annually in scholarships.
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Studies have proven that a child’s reading ability is directly connected to success in school. It has also been proven that the easiest way to develop reading skills is for children to have books of their own and to have these books read to them at home. For these reasons, a collaborative grant was written among the Fore Kids! Foundation, the Golden Meadow Lions Club, and Golden Meadow Volunteers for Family and Community to purchase books for each pre-kindergarten child at Golden Meadow Lower Elementary, Galliano Elementary, Cut Off Elementary, South Larose Elementary and North Larose Elementary Schools. Harold Adams, Lions Club member; Kelly Adams, Principal at GMLE; Chris LeBouef, VFC president; Jeremiah and Chasadee Erazo, Lainey and Cydni Griffin, Takitta Boudreaux and Louise Adams, VFC literacy chairman, are shown at the parent orientation meeting where books were recently distributed.
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Trojans score thrilling win in jamboree Gazette Sports Report
If Friday’s jamboree is an accurate indicator of the future, then circle Nov. 2, 2018 on your calendar sports fans. Because when Central Lafourche takes on Thibodaux in the regular season, it just might be a battle for the ages. The Trojans and Tigers locked horns in the nightcap of Friday night’s jamboree in Thibodaux and the teams put on a show, a back and forth slugfest which saw late-game lead changes, a last-second touchdown and a 28-21 victory for the Trojans. Central Lafourche trailed 14-3 at halftime of the jamboree, then got hot in the second half, scoring 25 points in 15 minutes of action to get the comeback win. The Trojans got the ball with less than a minute to go with the score tied at 21. Senior quarterback Jacob Barker navigated Central Lafourche down the field for the late-game score, a deep touchdown pass to receiver Jansen Folse with less than 10 seconds left to secure the win. Trojans coach Keith Menard said the victory was a sign of resolve for his team’s momentum the Trojans can carry into the season. “We really had problems in the first half,” Menard said. “And we knew that wasn’t who we wanted to be. In the second half, we refocused and we played a lot better. We were more physical, we executed better and we were able to make the big play at the end.” The jamboree was filled with big plays. In the first half, Thibodaux made most of them, using their firepower to record a couple of rushing touchdowns to take a 14-3 advantage. Quarterback Luke Alleman and halfback Ferronte Miller did a lot of the damage for the Tigers in the first half with Alleman using both his arm and legs on the
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edges and with Miller pushing between the tackles. But in the second half, the Trojans battled back. Central Lafourche scored 18-straight points early in the half to take a 21-14 lead. The Trojans got a safety on a bad snap and two touchdown passes from Barker to Folse to secure the lead. But Thibodaux didn’t falter. The Tigers struck and tied the game when Alleman hit Davonte Davis on a deep throw to tie the game 21all with six minutes left to play. Central Lafourche and Thibodaux both had empty possessions after the score got tied, which handed the ball to the Trojans with 53 seconds left. That’s when Barker worked his magic and secured the win for the Trojans. Central Lafourche faces E.D. White Friday night. Thibodaux will take on Vandebilt. Menard said the Trojans’ focus this week will be on cleaning up some of the mistakes they made, while building on their positives. ___ Tarpons start strong, finish flat against Riverside Before the thriller between the Trojans and Tigers, South Lafourche took on one of the best programs in the state of Louisiana. The Tarpons didn’t win, but they did show muscle, falling 2821 against Riverside Academy. For South Lafourche, an inability to limit big plays defensively was the story of the day. The Tarpons started fast. They fell behind 60 on a long touchdown pass, but then scored 14-straight points with a powerful running game and opportunistic passing. The Tarpons’ Wing-T offense was efficient, routinely gashing the Rebels up front for five or six yards, if not more. The first score came on a six-yard scamper from quarterback Brock Bailleaux. The second came on a short run from senior Cameron Georges, a score set up by a strip-sack by Terry Lee Griffin, which was recovered by Elijah Barnett deep in Rebels territory. The touchdown put the Tarpons up 14-6 late in the first half. But the rest of the jamboree swung in Riverside’s favor. The Rebels got a late-half touchdown drive and 2point conversion to tie the game up at 14 at halftime. In the second half,
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they forced a fumble on the first play of the half, then went ahead 21-14 on a deep touchdown pass to Isaiah Bingham. After a Tarpons punt, Riverside connected again with a 60yard score to go up 28-14, effectively sealing South Lafourche’s fate. The Tarpons got the ball last and drove down the field. The last play of the jamboree was a touchdown pass from Bailleaux to receiver Eric
Thibodaux. South Lafourche takes on De La Salle on Thursday night in New Orleans.
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Louisiana officials are again asking outdoorsmen to help stem the spread of an insect they believe is killing off Roseau cane, an important marsh grass, in the southeastern corner of the state. State wildlife and agriculture leaders suspect an invasive, fleshy white insect from Asia, dubbed Roseau cane scale, may be leading to the death of the grass. They’re asking waterfowl hunters and fishermen not to transport Roseau cane or tie their boats to it and to take extra precautions to clean boats after they fish or hunt. The Advocate reports the aim is to limit spread of the Roseau cane scale, discovered in Louisiana in 2016. The scale is believed to be able to move only short distances on its own without the assistance of people, state agriculture officials said. Damage to Roseau cane is worrisome because the tall wetland grass is a critical anchor in Louisiana’s eroding coastal marshes and helps protect the Mississippi River’s birdfoot delta, an important waterfowl area. Roseau cane is normally one of the most erosion-resistant marsh plants on Louisiana’s coast, thriving in fresh and saline
environments. The birdfoot delta, which is at the river’s mouth, is in particular suffering from Roseau cane damage. “We’re seeing some pretty massive die-offs,” said Todd Baker, biologist director with the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries. LSU Agricultural Center surveys in fall 2017 found strong concentrations of Roseau cane scale in coastal parishes in southeast Louisiana and sparser numbers as far north as East Baton Rouge, Tangipahoa and St. Tammany parishes. As the cane has died off, the marsh has converted into open water, and invasive species like water hyacinth and giant salvinia moved in. In March, Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain declared an emergency quarantine for the Roseau cane scale across 26 parishes and parts of 10 others. Roseau cane can’t be
Wednesday, August 29, 2018 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE
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Central Lafourche junior Peyton Loredo picks up some yardage against Thibodaux Friday night during the jamboree.
Louisiana outdoorsmen asked to help lessen spread of insect transplanted or transported in most cases in the area. Strain renewed the order in July for another 120 days while state officials follow the rule-making process for a more permanent quarantine. In addition to the transportation limits under quarantine, state wildlife officials said hunters and fishermen should remove all Roseau cane debris from boats before they leave the marina and wash and drain boats near the
marina with soapy water. Beyond the feared impacts to the marsh, Baker said, another worry is the scale could jump to agricultural crops, like rice and sugar cane.
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For rent: 4 bedroom, 2 bath house in Lockport. On all school bus routes. No smoking, pets considered. $1200/mo and one month deposit required. Call 985-258-5666. _________________________ For rent: 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom 2 story house in Galliano area. $1200/dep and $1200/mo rent. Call 985-696-7373 for viewing. _________________________ House For Rent: Two bedroom, one bath, utility room, washer/dryer in North Larose. $800/month; $800/deposit. Sign a one year lease. No pets/no smoking. Taking applications. Call 985-856-0017. _________________________ For rent: One bedroom, one bath apartment in Lockport area offering hardwood floors, appliances, washer and dryer. Water included. $525/mo and $525/dep. 2 bedroom for $625/mo and $625/dep. Six month lease required then month to month afterwards. FMI: Call 985-798-7433 or 985637-6258. ___________________________ Are you here from out of town and need a nice, clean, comfortable and affordable place? Then don’t look any further! If you are single, family, worker, company, fisherman, or anyone else looking for short-term or long-term housing, we have what you need. All of our places are furnished with a full kitchen. We also have camper lots and a new fish cleaning station with a full bath. A fully stocked store in walking distance. The nicest laundry mat around. Pets are allowed. Come be another one our satisfied customers. Call Tommy at 985-637-4133.
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Southern Guard Service, Inc. is now accepting applications for Security Guard positions. Apply at 109 W. 12th St., Larose. Call 985-693-4316. _________________________ Salon U is looking for experienced hairstylist, nail technician, or massage therapist. Call Rosalyn at 696-4540 or 532-2305. _________________________ *Positions Available* at Lady of the Sea: FT Skilled Mechanic; 1 year. exp; extensive knowledge in various mechanical equipment, including but not limited to pumps, steam equipment, generators, refrigeration, and electrical systems. Ability to tolerate a great number of phone interruptions throughout workday. Capable of handling various electrical tools and actively observes all safety rules. Visit www.losgh.or for more details and to apply. EOE.
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J & P’s Tree Service & Sawmill, LLC Land Clearing, Dozer & Excavator, Tree Removal, Trimming, Stump Grinding, Demolition, Lumber cut to order, For Sale: Firewood, Mulch and Dirt. State Arbor’s License & Insured. Call 985-632-2540 or 985-696-5174. _________________________ Can Do Brick, Block & Stone Work. Call for free estimates. Keith Thayer at 985-637-3569. _________________________ We Do Redo Remodeling, Inc. Total Renovation & Add Ons! Kitchen & bathroom remodel, tile, vinyl siding, decking, etc, Call Marvin Thibodaux, Sr. at 985-291-0953. _________________________ Earl’s Yard & Pressure Washing Service., Earl P. Duet, owner. Call 985-691-7570. _________________________ LABOVE PLUMBING Professional Plumbing Service. Gas, water, sewer. Ask about our payment options. 16844 West Main St., Cut Off, LA 70345. LMP 7038. Call 985-991-1881. _________________________ Cajun Roofing & Carpentry, LLC Best Prices on the Bayou. Sha! I Guarantee! Metal, shingle and patch jobs, vinyl siding, cement board siding, painting, pressure washing, remodeling, wood, ceramic & laminate floors, cabinets, windows, doors, porches, decks, patios, custom shutters, additions, new construction and more! Metal roof prices that can’t be beat. No job too big or too small. 20 yrs. exp. Free estimate. Call Curtis at 985397-6254 or email curtis.orgeron1279@gmail.com
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NOTICES
POSTED: No Trespassing, Hunting, Trapping or Fishing on all properties owned by Louisiana Delta Farms - I.P. Farm’s, Inc. in Lafourche Parish. Violators will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. _________________________
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DANNY COMARDELLE
In Memory of
BRAD BOURDA
Sunrise: 8/28/80 Sunset: 5/12/08 You are gone, but you are never forgotten. Our hearts still ache with pain. We miss your smile, your laugh, your presence. Love, The Bourda Family _______________________
In Memory of
JAMIE LEONARD ADAMS
I thought of you with love today, but that is nothing new. I thought about you yesterday, and the days before that too. I think of you in silence; I often speak your name. All I have are memories, and your picture in a frame. Your memory’s my keepsake, with which I’ll never part. God has you in his keepings, I have you in my heart. We Love and Miss you Forever Sweet Jamie Girl Love, Family and Friends __________________________
OBITUARIES
NORVELLE JACKSON
Norvelle “Bubba” Jackson Jr., 66, a native of Golden Meadow, LA and a resident of Vancleave, MS, has entered Heavens gates on August 25, 2018. He is survived by his wife, Georgia “Cissy” Bobinger Jackson; son, Joshua and wife Christine; daughters, Elizabeth J. Steelman, Betty J. Bordelon and husband, Chris and Madeline Jackson; grandchildren, Simone Jackson, Jasmine Steelman, Jared, Sophia, and Carter Bordelon; mother, Louverda Jackson Ledet; brothers, Lorris Jackson (Patsy) and Harold Jackson (Terri); sisters, Cheryl J. Simms, Linda Jackson, and Stella J. Mobley (John); and numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his father, Norvel Jackson Sr.; sister, Lou J. Estay; brother, Allen Jackson; and nephew Michael Mobley. A celebration of life will be held on Friday, August 31, beginning at 4:00 p.m. in Vancleave, Mississippi. __________________
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Danny “Paw Paw” Comardelle, Sr., 65, a native of Larose and resident of Galliano passed away on August 18, 2018. A visitation will take place at First Baptist Church in Larose on Friday, August 31, from 4 p.m. until 9 p.m. A memorial service will be held at 7 p.m. A celebration of Mr. Danny’s life will be held at the Lockport Bayouside Park on Saturday Sept. 1, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. For his services on both Friday and Saturday, due to Mr. Danny’s love of outdoors, the family asks for attendees to wear fishing and hunting attire. (Completely Optional). Mr. Danny is survived by his fiancé, Andrea Dewey; children, Catina Comardelle DeRosia (Jeff), Cassie Comardelle, Danny Comardelle, Jr., Gillis Dewey (Tracy), Alex Dewey (Jason), and Chris Dewey; 13 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; brothers, Norris Comardelle (Maureen), Vincent Comardelle (Connie), and Steve Comardelle (Pam); and sister, Meria Johnfroe (Harrold). Mr. Comardelle was preceded in death by his parents, Norris Paul Comardelle and Beulah Matherne Comardelle; and sister, Sylvia Eschete. Mr. Danny had a passion for the outdoors; loved to hunt and fish and enjoyed spending time with his family especially his grandchildren. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off entrusted with arrangements. __________________
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Ruby D. Cheramie, born September 9, 1937, laid to Rest - August 26, 2018. Visitation services will be held at Saint Joseph Catholic Church in Galliano, on Thursday August 30, from 8:30 to 11 a.m. Mass and funeral services will begin at 11 a.m. Burial services will immediately follow at Cheramie Cemetery in Galliano. She was born, raised, resided, and laid to rest in Galliano. She worked as an accountant for her brothers in their family business, and other businesses and people in the region during her life. During her life she traveled the globe and enjoyed the camaraderie of friends and her best friend and husband and her family. She is preceded in death by her father, Harris B. Doucet; step-father, Bruce Terrebonne; mother, Clotile Guidroz Doucet Terrebonne; brothers, Tomey Doucet and Joseph (Joe) Doucet; and sisters, Rosanna Doucet and Amelia Doucet. She is succeeded by her husband, Gus Cheramie, Jr.; her sister Peggy Rome and her husband Nolan Rome; children, Holly Neal and her husband Joey Neal, Ginger Kief, Cory Kief and his wife Penny Kief, Jami Cheramie and his wife Lisa Cheramie, Mark Cheramie, Kevin Cheramie and his wife Sabrina Cheramie, John Cheramie and his wife Missy Cheramie; grandchildren, Heather Alphonso and her husband Daryl Alphonso, James Neal, Desiree Neal, Danny Neal, Tomey Kief and his wife Fallon Kief, Bradley Boozer, Austin Boozer, Sara Mulligan and her husband Frankie Mulligan, Skylar Cheramie, Jonah Cheramie and his wife Melissa Cheramie, Alyssa Louvier and her husband Brian Louvier, Hillary Cheramie, Jake Burnthorne; great grandchildren Kadince Kief, Abigail Mulligan, Jeremy Mulligan, Aydin Cheramie, Caius Cheramie. Into paradise ............may the angels lead you.... In lieu of flowers you may send contributions to the American Cancer Society. ____________________
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By BRETT MARTEL AP Sports Writer
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Ohio State transfer Joe Burrow didn’t need long to convince new teammates at LSU that he had no sense of entitlement and was prepared to work. On Monday, Burrow was named the starting quarterback for the 25th-ranked Tigers’ season opener against No. 8 Miami in Dallas on Sunday night. LSU coach Ed Orgeron described competition between Burrow and sophomore Myles Brennan as “tight,� and added that he would not hesitate to change QBs should the starter falter. Still, the decision to place the 6-foot-4 Burrow atop the QB depth chart in Week 1 came as little surprise to senior tight end Foster Moreau, who recalled some of the striking first impressions Burrow made as fall camp began in early August. Burrow, Moreau recalled, chose to perform the conditioning test with veterans instead of with freshmen and other new arrivals. “He won almost every sprint,� Moreau said. “He’s an exceptional, exceptional quarterback. He’s a very hard worker. You could tell that he’s been raised the right way and he has the right mindset.� Burrow graduated from Ohio State in three years with a degree in consumer and family financial services. He has two years of eligibility remaining after appearing in 10 games in a backup role during the past two seasons. “He just looks ready to play,� Moreau said. “Really smart guy. He’s kind of worked his way into our hearts. He’s grinded. ... He’s put in the hard time. He’s done a great job of earning our trust and the respect of the team. “He’s done a great
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Colonels’ football opener at Kansas moved to ESPN+
THIBODAUX, La. – The Nicholls State University football team’s 2018 opener Saturday at Kansas has been moved to an ESPN+ broadcast, which is ESPN’s new, dir e c t - t o - c o n s u m e r, streaming sports subscription service. Originally scheduled to air on ESPN3, the game’s broadcast was a last-minute change due to an agreement announced Thursday between Kansas Athletics and ESPN+. The University’s Jayhawk Network will air the game locally, with ESPN+ carrying the game online nationwide. The Colonels’ home opener against Sam Houston State on Sept. 22 will also be available on ESPN+. Fans can sign up for the service for $5 a month and can also take advantage of a free 7-day trial.  The rest of the broadcast schedule for the 2018 season will be announced on a later date.
Wednesday, August 29, 2018 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE
Aid offered to child support debtors with suspended licenses
Louisiana’s inventory of state lands incomplete, audit says
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Louisiana’s land management office doesn’t have an accurate, comprehensive inventory of state property though it’s required to maintain one. That’s the finding of a review released Monday by the Legislative Auditor’s office. Louisiana law calls for the commissioner of administration to keep inventory of all stateowned or state-leased land, water bottoms and other facilities. The report says the commissioner’s Office of State Lands isn’t fully meeting that requirement. Auditors say Louisiana could be losing out on money-generating opportunities and limiting public access because of the gaps. The Office of State Lands says many inventory discrepancies involve lack of communication with state agencies that it’s working to resolve. Auditors also say Louisiana doesn’t have clear title to nearly 290,000 acres of water bottoms, amid disputes with landowners who claim the property. ___
Louisiana releases tourism ads with ‘Feed Your Soul’ brand
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Louisiana has released a new package of TV ads seeking to attract visitors to the state with the “Feed Your Soul� slogan launched earlier this year by Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser. N u n g e s s e r , Louisiana’s top tourism official, unveiled the new advertising Thursday at the state’s annual travel summit in Lake Charles. The new branding effort “Feed Your Soul� was announced in January, and the ads dovetail with the reworked marketing effort. The lieutenant governor’s office says the ad campaign is aimed at showcasing “soul-feeding experiences.� The TV spots highlight zydeco music, swamp tours, seafood, drinks and dancing, among other Louisiana experiences. Nungesser said in a statement that the marketing strategy comes after months of data and research. ___
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BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Louisiana is offering a break to people who owe child support and have seen their driver’s licenses suspended for the back-owed debts. Under the “Back on the Road� program, they’ll be able to get their licenses reinstated for a reduced amount through Sept. 28. The Department of Children and Family Service has laid out the terms. Anyone with a suspended license for child support debts can pay two months of the courtordered child support, $100 toward the pastdue child support and any court-ordered administrative fee to begin the license reinstatement process. In addition, the person must pay any reinstatement fees or fines required by the state Office of Motor Vehicles. More information is available by sending the child support caseworker a direct message online or calling 1-888524-3578 Monday through Friday. ___
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lion paid under the federal health overhaul, if a court ruling in Texas stands. Attorney General Jeff Landry touted the federal court decision Wednesday, but acknowledged it could be appealed. Six states are involved in the lawsuit. Their Medicaid programs reimbursed managedcare organizations that coordinate services for Medicaid patients for a fee charged under the federal Affordable Care Act. By reimbursing the managed-care plans, the states effectively paid the fee to the IRS. The states challenged the $839 million in pass-through charges as unlawful taxes on Medicaid programs. Landry’s office says Louisiana’s portion topped $172 million. The Louisiana Department of Health said Thursday it’s reviewing the ruling to determine what it could mean for the state.
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Bayou Blue Fire Protection District
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Property taxpayer and elector residing within the boundaries of the Bayou Blue Fire Protection district
Drainage District No. 6
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Resident or Representative for a corporation owning land within Drainage No. 6 district
Fire Protection District No. 3
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Property taxpayer residing in the boundaries of Fire Protection No. 3 district
Fire Protection District No. 7
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Fire Protection District No. 9
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Heroes Monument Commission
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Commission Police Officer employed for a minimum of 5 years, qualified voter domiciled
Heroes Monument Commission
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Heroes Monument Commission
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Juvenile Justice Commission
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Sewerage District No. 1
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Sewerage District No. 7
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South Central Louisiana Human Services Authority
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The deadline for these positions will be Wed., Sept. 12, 2018 @ 1:00 PM
Applications are available at 402 Green Street, Thibodaux, LA 70301 or downloaded from the Lafourche Parish Government website at http://38.106.5.169/home/showdocument?id=278 Applications can be delivered to the attention of Kelli Toups at 402 Green Street, Thibodaux, LA 70301; or mailed to Kelli Toups, P.O. Drawer 5548, Thibodaux, LA 70302.
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Wednesday, August 29, 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 should be presumed innocent until proven guilty.
AUGUST 22, 2018 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Ronnie Delaune, 44, Larose. Possession of methamphetamine less than 28 grams (Felony). Tyler Honor, 53, Des Allemands, Contempt of court (4 CTS). Domestic abuse battery (Misd) (2 CTS). Theft (Misd) (2 CTS). Jamica Taylor, 31, Galliano. Possession of methamphetamine less than 28 grams (Felony). AUGUST 23, 2018 Thibodaux Police Department Rhonda Badeaux, 49, Gheens. Possession of methamphetamine less than 28 grams (Felony). Possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia (Misd). Ted Toups, 52, Gheens. Possession of methamphetamine less than 28 grams (Felony). Possession of distribution of drug paraphernalia (Misd). Chandler Wells, 37, Houma. Contempt of court (3 CTS). Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Jacee Bergeron, 19, Lockport. Contempt of court (2 CTS). Ryan Clement, 30, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Fugitive. Traci Hebert, 29, Lockport. Contempt of court. Jack Lagarde, 43, Thibodaux. Contempt of court (5 CTS). Frederick Owens, 37, Thibodaux. Contempt of court (3 CTS). Christina Plaisance, 44, Gheens. Contempt of court (2 CTS). Joquan Robinson, 30, Houma. Contempt of court (3 CTS). Harold Russell Jr., 40, Larose. Contempt of court. Aggravated assault with a firearm.
Frelan Sampey, 47, Cut Off. Contempt of court (2 CTS). Kaleb Smith, 21, Larose. Parole revocation for Department of Corrections. Ronnie Vicknair, 41, Schriever. Contempt of court (2 CTS). Tyler Dupre, 25, Houma. Illegal possession of stolen things (Misd). Cole Rabon, 31, Larose. Possession of methamphetamine less than 28 grams (Felony). Distribution of marijuana (Felony). Violation of probation/parole. Resisting an officer (Misd). AUGUST 24, 2018 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Leroy Allen, 35, Cut Off. Violation of probation/parole. Bethany Clough, 25, Thibodaux. Fugitive. Lance Knight, 39, Mathews. Possession of methamphetamine less than 28 grams (Felony). Illegal possession of stolen things (Misd). Dodie Morris, 27, Golden Meadow. Possession of methamphetamine less than 28 grams (Felony). Contempt of court. Possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia (Misd). Damien Rodrigue, 30, Raceland. Fugitive. Contempt of court. Melissa Stelly, 29, Roanoke. Fugitive. Chandler Wells, 37, Houma. Fugitive (3 CTS). Darren Charpentier, 44, Cut Off. Contempt of court. Lockport Police Department Brian Curole Jr., 23, Lockport. Contempt of court (2 CTS). Possession of marijuana-1st offense (Misd). Juan Ponce, 27, Thibodaux. D.W.I.-1st offense (Bac .15 to .19) (Misd). Driving on roadway laned for traffic. Louisiana State Police Kyle Loupe, 48, Lockport. Driving on roadway laned for traffic. D.W.I.-2nd offense (Bac .15 to .19) (Misd). Thibodaux Police Department Jauane Johnson, 23, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Phil Lodrigue Jr., 38, Morgan City. Hit and run driving. AUGUST 25, 2018 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office
Patrick Billiot, 33, Golden Meadow. Simple criminal damage to property (Misd). Contempt of court. Jacob Boudreaux, 28, Raceland. Domestic abuse battery with child endangerment (Misd). Tally Dufrene, 21, Raceland. Possession of suboxone (Felony). Contempt of court. Ronnie Glynn, 29, Raceland. Possession of xanax (Alprazolam) (Felony). Disturbing the peace-Offensive, derisive, annoying words to another (Misd). Possession of klonopin (Clonazepam) (Felony). Possession of methamphetamine less than 28 grams (Felony). Resisting an officer (Misd). Brandon Grabert, 30, Raceland. False imprisonment (Misd). Battery of a dating partner (Misd). Troy William Higgins, 48, Dallas, TX. Driving on roadway laned for traffic. Eddie LeBoeuf, 48, Larose. Simple burglary-Immovable structure. Theft (Misd). Ashlee Frederick, 27, Franklin. Possession of hydrocodone. Battery of a dating partner (Misd). Possession of marijuana 1st offense (Misd). Possession of oxycodone. Louisiana State Police Carlos Bustamante, 53, Thibodaux. Driver must be licensed. Driving on roadway laned for traffic. D.W.I.-1st offense (Bac .08 to .15) (Misd). Justin Tregue, 33, Raceland. Speeding (25-30 miles over). D.W.I.-1st offense (Bac .08 to .15) (Misd). Julio Virgen-Valdez, 35, Galliano. Child passenger restraint system-3 counts. Speeding (1-20 miles over). D.W.I.-2nd offense (Bac .20 or greater) (Misd). Thibodaux Police Department Retina Guillot, 32, Schriever. Possession of MDMA (Felony). Possession of MDMA (Felony). Possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia (Misd). Lockport Police Department Brittany Thompson, 30, Lockport. Contempt of court. AUGUST 26, 2018 Louisiana State Police Devin Blackwell, 23, Larose. Possession of hydrocodone. Careless operation. Possession of vyvanse. Possession of oxycodone. D.W.I.1st offense (Bac .08 to .15) (Misd). Possession of marijuana 1st offense (Misd). Travis Kent. 46, Glenwood, AR. Driving on roadway laned for traffic. D.W.I.-1st offense (Bac .20 or greater) (Misd). Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Kara Dufrene, 43, Lockport. Monetary instrument abuse. Dereck Ledet, 24, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Allen Thibodeaux Jr., 33, Thibodaux. Contempt of court (2 CTS). Thibodaux Police Department Anthony Hidalgo, 18, Houma. Second-degree battery (Felony). AUGUST 27, 2018 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Tally Dufrene, 21, Fugitive.
Anonymous donor returns stolen office supplies tenfold with apology
MINDEN, La. (AP) — Someone who stole pencils and markers from a Louisiana office more than 40 years ago has sent an anonymous tenfold donation of office supplies to make up. A Folgers Coffee box overflowing with new pens, pencils and highlighters arrived Wednesday at the LSU AgCenter extension office in Minden, The Times of Shreveport reported Friday. A letter says the sender took a box of pencils and some markers while a teen summer worker whose mother was struggling to make ends meet in the 1970s. “The fact that we were poor was/is no excuse for my behavior and it has haunted me since that day,” the donor wrote. He or she also said, “I am sending ten-fold what was taken, and I asked your forgiveness. God has done so long ago, but He reminds me that after confession comes repentance, and repentance must come with restitution if possible.”
Bid notice
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Greater Lafourche Port Commission 16829 East Main Street Cut Off, Louisiana 70345 Replacement Bulkhead and Removal of Existing Awning at Public Boat Launch Pavilion
Sealed Bids marked “Sealed Bid - Replacement Bulkhead and Removal of Existing Awning at Public Boat Launch Pavilion” will be received by the Greater Lafourche Port Commission for the construction of the project described as follows: Bulkhead and Removal of Existing Awning at Public Boat Launch Pavilion generally consists of the installation of 135 linear feet of vinyl sheet pile bulkhead, the removal of approximately 1,300 square feet of awning, and the removal of approximately 1,100 square feet of existing timber wharf decking. Proposals shall be addressed to the Greater Lafourche Port Commission, and delivered to the Port Administrative Office, located at 16829 East Main Street, Cut Off, Louisiana 70345, not later than 11:00a.m. local time, September 20, 2018. Sealed Bids marked “Sealed Bid - Bulkhead and Removal of Existing Awning at Public Boat Launch Pavilion.” Any bid received after the specified time and date will not be considered. The sealed bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at that time and place. The Contract Documents, consisting of Advertisement for Bids, Information for Bidders, Bid, Bid Bond, Agreement, General Conditions, Supplementary Conditions, General Requirements, Payment Bond, Per-
The writer asked the office to use the supplies or share them with a needy family. The signature was, “Forgiven and Free.” The supplies will go to a family in need, area nutrition agent Joan Almond told the newspaper. She put a photo of the note on her personal Facebook page, with a note of her own stating, “Just in case you have lost faith in mankind ...” When she read the
note, she wrote, “I cried just realizing that God draws his children close to Him and He never gives up on us.” She told the newspaper she’s worked in the AgCenter office since 1977, but has no idea who may have sent the package. “I would love to know who it is, because I think it’s so special they would take the time to do that,” she said. ___ Information from: The Times, http://www.shreveporttimes.com
Israelite Baptist Church hosting fried chicken lunch Deadline to order Aug. 30 Israelite Baptist Church will host a fried chicken lunch on Friday, September 14 at the Larose Civic Center. Take–outs are from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. The Center is located at 307 West 5th Street in Larose. The lunch will consist of fried chicken, baked mac and cheese, French bread, cole slaw,
and dessert. Cost of the lunch is a $10 donation. The donations will help with the renovation of the church. The deadline for purchasing tickets is August 30. To purchase tickets, please contact Albertha Campbell at 665-3315 or Larose Civic Center at 693 -7355.
formance Bond, Notice of Award, Notice to Proceed, Change Order, Drawings, Specifications and Addenda may be examined at the following locations: Greater Lafourche Port Commission, Port Administrative Office, 16829 East Main Street, Cut Off, Louisiana 70345. J. Wayne Plaisance, Inc., P. O. Drawer 730, 131 East 91st Street, Galliano, LA 70354 The bid documents for this project are posted on centralbidding.com. To view, download, and receive bid notices/updates by email, prospective bidders will have to register with Central Auction House (CAH). Bidders will have the option to submit their bids & bid bonds electronically or by paper copy. If a bid is submitted electronically, Bidder shall enclose a copy of their proposal guaranty (bid bond, certified check, or cashier’s check) with the electronic submission. The original proposal guaranty shall be delivered to the Owner within 48 hours of bid opening. Copies of the Contract Documents may be obtained at the office of J. Wayne Plaisance, Inc., the Engineer, upon deposit of $40.00 for each set. Any Bidder, upon returning his Bid set of documents in good condition within 10 days after the Bid date will be refunded one full deposit in accordance with R.S. 38:2212. On return of other sets, including those of non-bidders, in good condition within 10 days after the Bid date, a refund of $20.00 per set will be made. The Owner reserves the right to reject any and all bids for just cause; such actions will be in accordance with Title 38 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes. Each Bidder must deposit with his/her bid, security in the amount,
form, and subject to the conditions provided in the Information for Bidders. Sureties used for obtaining bonds must appear as acceptable on the U. S. Department of Treasury Circular 570. No bidder may withdraw his/her bid within forty-five (45) days after the actual date of the opening thereof. GREATER LAFOURCHE PORT COMMISSION Chett Chiasson Executive Director 8/29/18 9/5/18
Public notice TOWN OF GOLDEN MEADOW CITIZENS
The Town of Golden Meadow is putting together a list of residents and property owners who wish to prohibit solicitations and door-todoor sales from taking place at their residences or businesses located in the Town of Golden Meadow. If you would like to be included in the “NO SOLICITATION” list, please call, mail, or email the Town Hall with your name, address and phone number. Golden Meadow Town Hall, P.O. Box 307, Golden Meadow, LA 70357, (985) 475-5212 or jamie@townofgoldenmeadow-la.gov. If ever you encounter issues with solicitors or door-to-door salespeople at your home or office, please contact the Golden Meadow Police Department at (985) 475-5213 or after hours the LPSO at (985) 7982255. 8/26/18 8/29/18
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