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Two die after shooting in Golden Meadow over the weekend

Stalemate ends: Louisiana House backs sales tax for budget

One of two women injured in a shooting incident in Golden Meadow Saturday has died as a result of her injuries. Michelle Stone, 29, of Golden Meadow, was pronounced dead at 11:25 a.m. on Sunday, May 27. The other female victim is currently in stable condition at University Medical Center in New Orleans. Stone was the girlfriend of Shane Billiot, 46, of Golden Meadow who shot and killed himself after allegedly shooting the two women. Through investigation, detectives learned Billiot had become upset with the two women on Saturday, May 26. At one point, Billiot brandished a shotgun, and the two women ran from the residence and entered a truck in an attempt to flee. One of Stone and Billiot’s children also entered the truck. Billiot emerged from the residence and fired two rounds into the truck, striking both women. The child was not harmed.

Editor’s note: Legislative developments are as of press time Tuesday.

Shooter takes his own life

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By MELINDA DESLATTE Associated Press

Visitors and participants of the Memorial Day celebration Monday at the Veterans Memorial Park in Galliano remember that freedom isn’t free. On Memorial Day, Tenth Ward veterans hold their annual ceremony at the park paying homage to the brave men and women of South Lafourche who sacrificed their lives defending our freedom. This year, the veterans honored Mr. Luke Cheramie of Golden Meadow, who will turn 100 years old in October. Cheramie was a 1st Sargeant in the Army and fought in World War II and also the Korean War. Photos by Babs

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Lawmakers in the Louisiana House on Monday voted for about $400 million in taxes for next year’s budget, breaking through a logjam on taxes that cratered a special, budget-balancing session earlier this year. On a second try, the House voted 76-26 for a sales tax proposal sponsored by House GOP leader Lance Harris that is the centerpiece of efforts to avoid deep cuts to health, education and public safety programs in the upcoming year. It needed 70 votes to pass, two-thirds support from the chamber. But even as they made progress on reaching a compromise on taxes, a new rift emerged over how to craft a spending plan to finance state government when the new budget year begins July 1, raising questions about whether another special session will be needed to complete the state’s financial work. Harris’ sales tax bill got broad, bipartisan backing after a Friday effort to pass the measure fell seven votes short.

Cajun Heritage Festival celebrating 42 years

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Popular festival this Saturday and Sunday inside Larose Civic Center Gazette News Reports

The world is faster today than it was yesterday – an age dominated by text messages, social media and flatscreened, high-resolution TVs. But while society speeds faster each minute, one longstanding group aims to celebrate the good old days and the Cajun Culture that makes our area unique. They aim to showcase the fabulous talent that exists in the area and the wonderful art that’s produced every day by south Louisiana’s people. The Cajun Heritage Festival will take place Saturday and Sunday at the Larose Civic Center – the 42th-straight year the festival celebrates the Louisiana art of duck carving and the people who

craft the beautiful fowl onto wood. Festival Chairman Robbie Matherne said the weekend is one of his favorite times of the year – a chance to cherish the area’s history, while admiring the beautiful artwork that’s on display throughout the Civic Center. Seafood gumbo, along with hot dogs and hamburgers, will be available, along with auctions, souvenirs and more. Admission is just $5 for adults and $3 for children 12 or younger. Children under 5 are admitted free. “We’re known in Louisiana for our food and everything like that, but duck carving is part of our heritage,” Matherne said. “It’s art – Louisiana-based art. This began centuries ago as a hunting tool. People made their own decoys and See Cajun Fest Page 5-A

45th Annual Bon Mange Festival kicks off in Gheens Friday

Held annually on the first full weekend in June, the Gheens Bon Mange’ Festival (Bon Mange meaning good eats), features fresh cooked food made with ingredients mostly harvested from the community, with recipes handed down through the generations. The festival takes place inside the air-conditioned Vacherie-Gheens Community Center and there’s no admission fee. This year’s festival features a variety of music including swamp pop, country and other favorites. Festival foods include gumbo, jambalaya, fried fish, fried shrimp, grillades, white beans, fresh crack-

lins, hamburgers, hot dogs, and all your festival favorites. Also served will be soft drinks, cold beer and their signature Rougarou Brew daiquiri. Fun for the kids will be provided by Gatorbounce inflatables. The festival will kick off Friday, June 1 at 5 p.m. to the music of Kerry Thibodaux. Festival go’ers will enjoy the music of Souled Out beginning at 9 p.m. until festival closing at 1 a.m. On Saturday, June 2, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., enjoy the sounds of The Rockin Oldies Band, followed by Mule Kick from 4 to 8 p.m., and Junior Lacrosse from 9 p.m. to festival closing at 1 a.m. See Bon Mange Page 5-A

Delicious sweets are on display at last year’s Bon Mange Festival in Gheens. Expect more of the same this weekend when the 45th Annual Festival kicks off Friday at 5 p.m.

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LCOA to host community meetings

The Lafourche Council on Aging will host community meetings to discuss services being offered to clients 60 years of age and older. Discussions will be made about services that are being provided and services that are not provided. Comments will also be accepted from those attending the meetings. Times and locations of these meetings are: - Monday, June 4 at 9 a.m. at Larose Senior Center, 307 East 5th Street. - Monday, June 4 at 10:30 a.m. at Golden Meadow Senior Citizen Center, 103 Ena Drive. - Tuesday, June 5 at 1:30 p.m. at Lafourche Council on Aging Office, 4876 Hwy 1, Mathews. If anyone has any questions, contact Charlene Rodriguez at 985532-0457. _________________

GM American Legion Post 259 to dispose of tattered flags

The American Legion Post 259 of Golden Meadow would like to invite all veterans, the public and Boy and Girl Scout Troops to attend their proper way of disposing of old tattered flags to be held at the Golden Meadow Oakridge Park, at 5:00 p.m. on June 14. Tattered flags can be brought to the Golden Meadow, Galliano, and Cut Off Post Offices or call Donald Callais at 475-5583. Flags can also be dropped off at the South Lafourche Memorial in a drop box for flags behind the Memorial itself.

Bayou Council offering Hispanic Alcohol Information Class this Saturday

The Bayou Council Behavioral Health Services is sponsoring its Hispanic Alcohol Information classes (a 6-hour class for court mandated DWI offenders only), from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 2nd. To enroll, please report to Bayou Council Behavioral Health Services, 504 St. Louis St., Thibodaux, with court paperwork, picture ID, and $225 money order only. Hours of enrollment are Monday through Friday from 8 to 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. For more information contact Bayou Council at 985-4460643. _________________

Cut Off Fishing Club Rodeo to be held June 8 and 9

The Cut Off Fishing Club will host their 15th annual Fishing Rodeo on June 8 and 9 at the Cut Off Youth Center. Adult tickets are $20, and youth tickets are $15. A cap, meal and a chance to win 5 chances of $100 each comes with purchase of ticket. Forty percent of the rodeo proceeds go back to the community and sponsorships are still available. Rodeo times start at 12:00 noon on both days. Scales open on June 8 at 4 to 6 p.m. and June 9 at 1 to 4:00 p.m. Awards begin at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday. Meal with ticket is at 6:30 p.m. Eligible fish categories for adults include bull red, bull drum, rat drum, speckled trout, flounder, bass and perch; ten fish stringer speckled trout; youth, speckled trout, rat red, bass and perch. Tickets available at Glenn’s Barber Shop, Roland’s Tin Shed or call Rickey Delatte, 6771471; Shane Richoux, 665-2383; or Mike Danos, 855-1718.

Lockport Am. Legion holding groundbreaking ceremony

Members of the Henry Robertson American Legion Post/ Unit 83 of Lockport will be holding a groundbreaking ceremony for their new Veteran’s Memorial Monument. The event will be held on Thursday, May 31 at 10 a.m. at the Bayou Side Park on Canal Street in Lockport. __________________

Checkpoints slated for May 31

The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office will conduct two checkpoints this week in Lafourche Parish. A seat belt checkpoint will be conducted during the daytime hours of May 31. That will be followed by a DWI checkpoint, which will continue into the early morning hours of June 1. These checkpoints are being conducted as part of the Click-It or Ticket campaign, which runs through June 3. The campaign is aimed at increasing the national seat belt usage rate and is coordinated and funded by the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. ____________________

Golden Meadow Lions Club providing hearing aids

The Golden Meadow Lions Club is instituting a new program to provide hearing aids for needy with limited financial resources. Applicants will be evaluated exclusively on financial need. Applications and information may be obtained by contacting Lion Pat France at 985258-1544; Lion Ray Bernard at 985-6322312; or Lion Henry Lafont, Jr at 985-693-3308, or any Golden Meadow Lions Club member. ___________________

Analysis: Deadline nearing, will Louisiana have a budget? By MELINDA DESLATTE Associated Press

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Faced with the risk of another failed special session, Gov. John Bel Edwards changed his approach with lawmakers and urged more inyour-face contact by the people whose state-financed programs are at risk of the chopping block. The Democratic governor has hit the road and orchestrated several rallies with safety-net hospital workers, higher education leaders and other advocacy groups, hoping to pressure lawmakers to support taxes to close a budget gap looming fewer than five weeks away. But the same political and philosophical divides that gridlocked a February special session threaten to crater efforts to reach a deal on taxes or a 2018-19 spending plan this time. As if to highlight the possibility of failure, conversations have started privately - and in public legislative hearings - about the unsettling possibility of what happens if the new fiscal year starts in July without a budget. About $1.4 billion in temporary taxes passed by lawmakers in 2015 and 2016 to plug budget holes disappear July 1. With other tax offsets, Louisiana is estimated to get $648 million less in general tax dollars next year. Legislative leaders in the House and Senate, both Republican and Democrat, agree they need to replace some of the money. But as the expiration date has approached, the legislative response in the House where most tax bills must start - has been in-

action. “What makes this special session different is that we’ve reached the end of the road. This is it,” Edwards said in Lafayette on the opening day of the special session. While the governor expected a sense of urgency to move the needle on a tax deal, tempers have flared in the latest special session. Angry exchanges have dug up years of traded blame over who caused the repeated budget crises and the procrastination for permanently fixing it. “I cannot believe that we are sitting here and talking about this and have been for so long,” said Rep. Major Thibaut, a New Roads Democrat. Rep. Clay Schexnayder, a Gonzales Republican, said: “I get frustrated looking at a lot of this stuff and us not working together.” Even as he talked of putting partisanship aside, Edwards has repeatedly blamed House Republicans. As he introduced what he called a sales tax compromise, House GOP leader Lance Harris trashed Edwards’ tax rhetoric. On the opening day of session, Republican House Speaker Taylor Barras released a video message describing Edwards as opposed to reform, addicted to taxes and engaged in political theater. Republicans and Democrats continue to issue dueling social media messages, disagreeing on the size and implications of the budget gap. Edwards’ veto of a $28.5 billion state operating budget only days before the special session began amped up GOP anger, even though lawmakers who passed the spending plan ac-

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The Rotary Club of Golden Meadow, chartered in 1943, meets every Thursday at 7 p.m. at the Old Parish Library on North Bayou Drive in Golden Meadow. Rotary has an open door policy and welcomes anyone wanting to learn about Rotary. Phone President Linda Guidry, (985) 6916408, (leave message if no answer), or message through Rotary’s Facebook page, Rotary Club of Golden Meadow. Rotary raises funds for scholarships for SLHS seniors, those less fortunate in the community, and many other beneficial projects.

EDITOR’S NOTE: Melinda Deslatte has covered Louisiana politics for The Associated Press since 2000. Follow her at http://twitter.com/melindadeslatte

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knowledged it was largely unworkable for many agencies. Republicans, who drove passage of the budget, said it would have given them a starting point to fill in gaps in the special session, rather than starting over and crafting a new spending plan in a 14day session. Edwards called the budget “too catastrophic” to enact, with deep cuts to colleges, the TOPS tuition program, the social services agency and public safety programs. Some lawmakers seem almost resigned to the expiration of the taxes without a replacement - and without an agreement on a budget containing cuts when the fiscal year starts. Would that mean state facilities shuttered, employees furloughed and the lights turned off? Over two days of House tax committee hearings, Republican Rep. Phillip DeVillier pointedly asked about the prospect of not having a budget in place. “If there’s not a budget, it’s a mess,” said Commissioner of Administration Jay Dardenne, the governor’s chief financial adviser. Treasurer John Schroder said his staff and lawyers are talking about the implications. But he said it’s likely that even though tax and fee dollars would be arriving in the state treasury, there would be no authorization to send that money to agencies. “My thought is, without an appropriation, I can’t spend the money,” Schroder said. The day of reckoning for the political feuding is nearing. ___

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Nicholls’ graduates receive gift of oak trees

Acorns that drop in front of Ellender Memorial Library on the Nicholls State University campus have been collected, grown, and shared with seniors from the 2018 graduating class. Alma Robichaux, Barataria-Terrebonne National Estuary Program (BTNEP) Educat i o n / O u t r e a c h Coordinator, thought of the idea from acorns sprouting in her front yard and thought it would make a great gift for anyone. Robichaux connected with Dr. Mary Jackson, Allied Health Instructor and Advisor to the Nicholls GREEN Club, to suggest the giftgiving project. The overall idea to grow the oaks and give them to the graduating seniors originated from the Nicholls GREEN Club in hopes that they plant the trees to improve the local ecosystem. In the fall of 2016, members of the GREEN Club collected acorns from the live oaks located by Ellender Memorial Library. In coordination with America Recycles Day, the club invited other students to aid in the planting of the acorns. The club used this activity as a way to promote environmental awareness and sustainability efforts. The plants were then given to Matt Benoit, BTNEP Plant Materials Coordinator, to pot and grow out the trees at the Nicholls Farm. Trees were first distributed on April 16 at the Biological Science

Awards Ceremony and on April 19 at the College of Arts and Sciences Award Ceremony. According to Dr. Gary Lafleur, Biological Sciences Associate Professor, 100 trees were given by graduation time, which was on May 19. Each tree had a label attached to it that read: “It’s time to spread your Nicholls roots. Nicholls’ Ellender Library Oak Sapling, Quercus virginiana. Best Wishes from BTNEP and Nicholls GREEN Club.” “The oak tree is a symbol of stability,” said Robichaux. “I hope the students who receive them remember the great foundation they received from studying at Nicholls.” Callie Scull, Microbiology senior said the gift was a sweet idea. “It is not something you will hold on to for a few months and then forget about. It’s something that can actually be planted. I can watch it grow and change over the years.” Scull plans to give her gift to her mother, a former Nicholls student. She said Louisiana oaks mean a great deal to her mother. Dr. Jackson said they plan to continue the project in the future. “We want to give the students a lasting memory of all the benefits received by earning a degree at Nicholls State University,” said Jackson. “An oak grown from campus acorns and given to commemorate commencement is a gift that graduates may treasure for the rest of their lives.”

“It’s a compromise, and that’s what we’re looking for,” Harris, of Alexandria, told his colleagues on a rare Memorial Day debate in the chamber. There was no debate on the bill. Harris introduced it, and the vote was swift. Also winning House passage was a proposal by Rep. Katrina Jackson, a Monroe Democrat, which renews an expiring limitation on an individual income tax break that Louisiana allows for taxes paid to other states. Continuing to scale back the tax break would raise nearly $34 million a year through its 2023 expiration date. Harris’ bill would raise more than $360 million in the upcoming budget year and $400 million annually thereafter — until it expires in another five years. The measures move next to the Senate for consideration. About $1.4 billion in temporary taxes passed by lawmakers in 2015 and 2016 to plug budget holes disappear July 1. With other tax offsets, Louisiana is estimated to get $648 million less in general tax dollars next year. The taxes backed by the House on Monday fall short of raising the $648 million Democratic Gov. John Bel Edwards is seeking. But the votes marked a notable shift from an earlier special session Edwards called in February to pass taxes that collapsed in gridlock in the House, with no money raised to close the budget shortfall. Harris’ bill would renew one-third of an expiring 1 percent sales tax, eliminate some sales tax breaks and continue sales tax charges on business utilities. The changes would again be temporary, lasting until 2023. Louisiana’s state sales tax rate currently is 5 percent, dropping to 4 percent on July 1. Harris’ bill would move the rate to 4.33 percent on July 1. Edwards wants a 4.5 percent rate. But even as taxes advanced, the Edwards administration and Democratic lawmakers Monday raised concerns

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about inaction on a budget bill to spend the money and keep agencies operating in five weeks. Edwards vetoed a $28.5 billion budget that he said cut too deeply, expecting lawmakers to write a larger spending plan during the special session. But the veto provoked anger from Republicans. House Appropriations Chairman Cameron Henry, a Republican, insists the budget process, with extensive hearings, must now start from scratch. His committee opened the hearings Tuesday with only a week remaining before the session must end. Henry instead sought to override Edwards’ veto of the budget bill. “If you want speed, this gives you the greatest chance,” he said. The override effort failed in a 52-48 vote, short of the 70 votes needed. Henry didn’t even get full support from GOP lawmakers. Democrats said Henry’s approach could force lawmakers into a third special session this year. “I understand that people have frustrations about the veto ... But is that enough to crash this special session?” asked New Orleans Rep. Walt Leger, the top-ranking Democrat in the House. ___ Follow Melinda Deslatte on Twitter at http://twitter.com/melindadeslatte

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The Manning Passing Academy, entering its 23rd year, will launch its inaugural MPA Football Clinic & Camp for Women & Girls on June 25-26 on the campus of Nicholls State University. “This is an historic moment for both the MPA and for the women and girls who want to play, learn and coach the great game of football,” said Archie Manning, who along with sons Cooper, Peyton and Eli, are the namesake of the Annual Passing Academy. “Our camp director brought the concept to our family from a conversation he had with two former National Football League female staff members. We love the progressive idea and said, “Why wait?” and moved forward to set the date.” The MPA Football Clinic & Camp for Women & Girls is open to women of all ages and girls in grades 8 through 12. The camp begins on Monday, June 25, a day after the conclusion of the traditional MPA camp for boys, and finishes on Tuesday, June 26. This year’s format revolves around a onenight speaker’s clinic and one-day interactive camp. The Manning family wants to provide women and girls the same inclusive opportunity to learn the game from the inside out, with a greater understanding of the fun-

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everything like that. Now, it’s so much more refined and so detailed. Duck carving is a fine art, and it’s so beautiful to see.” At the Cajun Heritage Festival, some of the best pieces in south Louisiana will be on display from an all-star cast of carvers who are eager to win prizes in the multiple categories that comprise the weekend. Matherne said the event will feature multiple competitions, which will allow carvers of any skill to test their luck. Some competitions will be for larger fowl, while others will focus on smaller ducks. Competitions will also be broken down via age and skill level – with the highest levels offering carvers the opportunity to earn cash prizes for victory. Aside from the competition, several carvings will be displayed throughout the Civic Center’s floor space, offering those in attendance the opportunity to purchase some of the pieces they like most. “Everyone is welcome. You don’t have to be a champion carver to attend. We want everyone to feel welcomed,” Matherne said. “It’s a great chance to see the history of our area being continued and celebrated. It’s also a great chance to visit with great people and to maybe walk out of the doors with a piece of art for your own living space,” continued Matherne. Visit their website at www.cajunheritagefestival.com for more information and event times.

damentals, techniques, and basic skills of football - all in a fun, safe, non-contact environment. “We will introduce participants to the insights and intricacies of every offensive and defensive position (including punting and placekicking). And there is no greater game than football to teach the benefits of teamwork,” added Jeff Hawkins, MPA Camp Director. “We’ll embrace the same fundamental philosophy so that the participants can come together physically and emotionally to compete on the field, coach from the sidelines or simply comprehend the game as a spectator.” Manning Passing Academy camp sponsors like Nike, Wilson, Gatorade and Riddell are taking part in this groundbreaking Clinic and Camp opportunity, while a portion of the proceeds from camp will benefit “Girls on the Run” which is a national nonprofit organization that uses running and other physical activities as a platform for teaching life skills and promoting holistic health outcomes in girls. For more information and details about the 2018 inaugural MPA Football Clinic & Camp for Women & Girls, call the camp office at (541)636-9456, email at info@manningpassingacademy.com or visit the website at www.manningpassingacademy.com

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On Sunday, June 3, Pot 2 La will take the stage beginning at 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. followed by the music of Ross Grisham from 3 to 7 p.m. For more information check out on Facebook at Gheens Bon Mange’ Festival & Community Center.

Boucvalt to serve as Golden MeadowFourchon Tarpon Rodeo Admiral

Golden Meadow – Fourchon Tarpon Rodeo officials announced last week that Trey Boucvalt has been named Admiral for the 70th Annual Tarpon Rodeo that will take place July 5th, 6th, and 7th at Moran’s Marina in Fourchon. Boucvalt, a current resident of Austin, TX, has lifelong ties to the River and Bayou parishes. He spent his youth in the River parishes and most of his adult life on the Bayou before moving to Austin. Boucvalt is married to the former Brandi Fryoux for 23 years. They have 2 children Lex (16 yrs) and Ori (15 yrs). Boucvalt has 2 siblings, Jason Boucvalt and Allison Boucvalt Froeba, and is the son of the late Lawrence Boucvalt, Jr. and Kathryn Denoux Boucvalt, who both loved the Golden Meadow – Fourchon area and have made many memories at the rodeo. Upon accepting the position of Admiral, Boucvalt said, “This is a dream come true. I cannot think of a greater honor.” Boucvalt enjoys extracurricular activities such as hunting, fishing, golf and attending any sporting event. He currently serves on the LSU Tiger Athletic Foundation Board of Directors and on the St. Michael’s Catholic Academy Board, as a trustee. In 2005, Boucvalt was elected as the

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The initial call of the shooting came in at 2:20 p.m., and deputies responded to West 223rd Street, just south of the limits of the Town of Golden Meadow. Upon the deputies’ arrival, the other female victim exited the truck and informed deputies of what had occurred. Moments later, Billiot shot himself in the head with the shotgun. The women each sustained wounds to their head and neck and were transported to University Medical Center in New Orleans following the incident.

Louisiana State Young Alumnus of the year. He also just recently signed a letter of intent to purchase the LA Tour Golf Community, which he plans to follow John Brady’s vision and dream and fully develop the property and make it one of the most prestigious communities to live and visit in south Louisiana. Boucvalt currently CEO of ES&H, has enjoyed success in the Environmental and Industrial Services sectors. He formed ES&H in 1994 with just 2 employees and now has over 300 employees in the Gulf of Mexico Region. Boucvalt/ES&H was a major factor in the Hurricane Katrina and Deep Water Horizon clean-ups. Boucvalt is very excited and humbled about the opportunity. “I am blessed to represent a fun, family event as Admiral of 2018, which I have participated in my entire life. I encourage all families to come and enjoy the fun and make as many memories as they can and seize the moment. Please come and enjoy our south Louisiana hospitality of great food and music under the air-conditioned tent and of course fishing. We have many categories to enter and offer great prizes.” Rodeo officials also announced that local artist Christy Boutte has been commissioned to put this year’s artwork for the rodeo that will be used to produce shirts, memorabilia, and the official rodeo book and poster. The Rodeo events officially start on July 4th at La Tour Golf course with all proceeds going to the scholarship program. For more information on the golf tournament, contact Johnny Friloux at johnnyf@latourgolfclub.com. The feature band on Friday, July 6th will be country singer, Rich O’ Toole. The King of the Catch competition will also be held on July 6th. The band Back Wen will conclude the festivities Saturday night, July 7th.

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Pictured is Golden Meadow – Fourchon Tarpon Rodeo Admiral Trey Boucvalt, with wife Brandi and children Lex and Ori.

The weigh scales will officially open Friday, July 6th and close Saturday, July 7th. For more information visit

the web at fourchontarpon.com and check out the rodeo’s official profiles on Facebook and Instagram.

On March 28, the South Lafourche High School JROTC Tarpon Battalion held a promotion and Cadet of the Month Board under the direction of Cadet Sergeant Major Miranda Danos, to test cadets by simulation a job interview. Jaylin Burd and Alec Oglesby were promoted to the rank of Cadet Sergeant; Trista Rogers was promoted to the rank of Cadet Staff Sergeant; and Chase Lee, Seth Triche, and Hallie Ryan were promoted to the rank of Cadet Sergeant First Class; and Logan Bouffanie was promoted to the rank of Cadet First Sergeant. Cadet Private First Class, Doriee Cheramie, was selected as Enlisted Cadet of the Month; Cadet Sergeant First Class, Hallie Ryan, was selected as NCO of the Month; and Cadet Second Lieutenant Abby Lorraine was selected as Officer of the Month.

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Wednesday, May 30, 2018 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

HOMES

House for sale or rent: 108 W 66th St, 1100 sq ft. 2 br, 1 ba. $65,000 or $650/mo. 985-6966016, leave message. _________________________ House for sale: Brick home (1,100 sq ft), and property (20,000 plus sq ft). 2 bed, 1.5 ba. Located at 120 Eaast 141st Street in Galliano. No Rent to Own. _________________________

CAMP

Camp for sale: Great get away in McComb, MS. 12x40 one bedroom; one bath; park model trailer, furnished on a 20x40 ft. cement slab. Has central heat and cool, hook ups for washer and dryer, septic tank, and electric pole. On a 100x100 ft lot. Located in the Bogue Chitto Yacht Club (a gated community), with access to the Bogue Chitto River. Contact JoJo Kent at 601-810-6371. _________________________

LAND

Lot For Sale: 90x186 on Leona Drive in Mathews (down Peytral Drive); underground utilities; asking $32,000. Call 985-6651449. _________________________

Lot for sale: 150x86 located on U-turn at West 48th and West 49th. $25,000. Call Antoinette at 985-791-3027 _________________________

BUSINESSES

Warehouse/office for rent: 2000 sq. ft. warehouse with office located on HWY 308 near East 63rd St. in Cut Off. Bayou side is available if needed. Price is negotiable depending on how/what used for. Please call 985-691-3104. _________________________

FOR RENT

Apartment for rent: 2 br.; 1 bath; washer, dryer, stove, refrigerator. $600/month plus $500/deposit. No pets. FMI Call 985-691-6771. _________________________ House for rent: 230 East 2nd St, Larose. 2 br, 1 ba. $850/month plus deposit. Central A/C and heating. Lawn care provided. No smoking, no pets. Completely renovated inside and outside. Easy walk to Larose Park/Civic center. 985632-3984 or 985-696-0825. _________________________ Studio cottage for rent: Single occupancy. (1 Person) $600/mo and $300/dep. All utilities paid. Lawn service provided, private laundry mat on site. 985-6659618 or 985-859-3953 or 985693-3833. _________________________

Harvey Gulf International Marine is now accepting applications for a

Purchasing Agent at the Fourchon Facility

Preferred Experience/Qualifications: • Prefer minimum of 2 years previous experience in a purchasing role • Manage warehouse inventory and focus on continuous improvement of vendor performance • Respond to vessel inquiries in an accurate and timely manner • Manage cost effectively and ensure accuracy of pricing Candidate must have reliable transportation.

Paid Vacation, Personal Leave, Health Insurance, 401K and more Please apply in person at our Fourchon Facility 495 Adam Ted Gisclair Road Fourchon, LA 70357 Or online at www.harveygulf.com

CAMPERS

Trailer for rent: Single occupancy or married couple. Utilities paid, grass cut. Located in Larose. $575/mo and $500/dep. Call 696-0818. _________________________ 1 bed apt: for rent: HWY 308 near GM Bridge. Unfurnished. No pets, no smoking. $460/rent and $460/dep. 985-258-6277. _________________________ For rent: 4 bed, 2 bath, large living. Washer/dryer also. $900/mo and $500/dep. 172 West 59th St. Cut Off. 504-4165165. _________________________ For rent: Newly remodeled, one bedroom, one bath apartment on HWY 3235 in Golden Meadow offering appliances, washer and dryer. Water is included. $500/mo and $500/dep. Six month lease required then month to month. FMI call 985798-7433 or 985-637-6258. _________________________ 3 homes for rent: 2 bedroom mobile home, $625/mo; 4 bedroom house, $800/mo. Call 4757272 or 637-7273. _________________________ House For Rent: 3 bedroom; 1.5 bath; Larose on Hwy 1; good neighborhood; $950/month, $950/deposit; Call Diane at 985-691-1367, leave voicemail. _________________________ Large Apt for rent: 3 bedroom, 1 bath. Water paid. Located at 12073 HWY 1, Larose. $750/month and $500/dep. 6652548. _________________________ 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.

For Rent: One bedroom apartment and 3 bedroom house; kitchenette and bath. Starting at $400/month plus utilities in Mathews. Call 985-537-9259. _________________________ Newly remodeled: 2 bed; 1 ba; all appliances; no smoking/no pets allowed. $700/mo and $400/dep. Golden Meadow. 985-258-9615. _________________________

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MLS 126947: This 3BR, 2BA home sits on large 70’ by 30 arpent property. It features a spacious living room/ kitchen area with all new appliances, a detached workshop with A/C office. 18674 Hwy. 3235, Galliano. Priced just right at $235,000! Call Greg Plaisance for a showing!

985-696-0094 Since 1916

Trailer for rent: 3 beds; 2 bath. Partially furnished; utilities not included. $750/monthly rent and $750/dep. Cut Off. Contact Jared at 985-665-1238 or Heather at 985-637-6981. _________________________

Large 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Apartment in Cut Off. $800/month with a $750 deposit for an unfurnished apartment. Washer and dryer included. Pets welcomed. Call Bill at 985-325-5626. Go to coteblancheapartments.com to see pictures. Furnished units availble with long term lease. ________________________

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Camper For Sale: 2009 Jayco Eagle RLTS 351 Fifth wheel; Warehouse kept, king bed, extras, NADA $23,000. Call 985213-9007. _________________________

BOATS

Boat For Sale: All Weld 2005, 12ft. long; 20’’ sides. 42” bottom w/low hours. 15HP Yamaha. Runs great; hardly used; like new. Galvanized trailer, 30 lbs thrust, electric motor (New). $2500. Call 985-258-4611. _________________________

WANT TO BUY

We pay cash for gold, silver, and diamonds Bayou Side Flea Market, 14567 Hwy 1, Cut Off. Call Dallas at 985-677-1061 or Tom at 985227-2470. _________________________

GARAGE SALES

Large open garage sale Open from 8 a.m. till 3 p.m. on all weekdays. Lots of everything. School clothes; crafts; knick knacks; baby clothes from newborn to 2T - $.50; baby stroller; tubs; jackets; lots more. 363 West 54th Street, Cut Off. _________________________ Garage Sale: 122 West 165th St., Galliano. Thursday, May 31st, 7a.m. till. NO EARLY BIRDS. Camping 10x10 dome tent, chairs, beddings, men’s shorts size 30. New screen Tshirts and much more. _________________________ Garage Sale: Until all gone. 184 west 41st St., Cut Off. Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, May 30, 31, June 1, 2, 8 a.m. until 6 p.m. Clothes (1 bag for $1) (.25 cents glasses, vases & cups). Lots of everything. Cabinets, tables, picture frames, washer/dryer, telescope, flowers, etc. _________________________ Garage Sale: Thursday, May 31 from 8 till 2. Located 15689 East Main St. Shoes, .50 cents; Clothes .25 cents; Prom dresses $2; Gratons $5; popcorn .50 cents; and brownies .50 cents. _________________________

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. _________________________ AC Marine, Inc. is currently accepting applications for 100 Ton Inland Captain. Benefits offered. Must have Towing Endorsement, TWIC Card and be able to pass drug screen. FMI call 985-637-2482. _________________________

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MLS 124895: This 3BR, 2BA home is in move-in condition. It has a large carport, huge garage and is in a great neighborhood - 153 East 29th St. (old nursing home street). Priced just right at $169,900! Call Addy Legendre for a showing!

985-691-3873 Since 1916

200 Hwy. 3161 Suite #1, Cut Off 985-325-7107

SBL Construction, LLC: is looking for dependable contract hand, must have own vehicle, pass drug and physical screening. FMI call: 985-665-1220. _________________________ Immediate opening: Local company is seeking a Class A CDL Driver with X endorsement. Driver will be driving company provided 18-wheeler with vacuum trailer. Company offers Health, life and supplemental insurance, dental, vision, short term disability, and simple IRA. All candidates must pass a physical and drug screen and must be able to work an on call schedule. All resumes should be sent to jec@viscom.net. _________________________ Trinity Catering, INC: Now hiring experienced offshore cooks and night cooks. Steady work schedules. Must have all credentials. Be able to pass background check, company physical and drug screen and be able to be DISA and NCMS Certified. Have own transportation. Apply online at www.trinitycatering.com . In person at 219 Corporate Drive, Houma. Fax resume to 985-872-5472 or email hr@trinitycatering.com. _________________________ Class A and B Drivers Needed: Full time, part time and night/weekend work. TWIC card, X Endorsement required. Must have a clean driving record and able to pass a DOT physical and drug screen. Steady work (50+ hrs/wk) with excellent benefits: paid hospital, credit union, monthly gas allowance, quarterly bonus, retire plan and more. Fuel delivery exp. beneficial, not required. Breaux Petroleum Products; 237 N. Barrios St. Lockport, LA; 985-532-3358 Hrs: 7 a.m. – 5 p.m. _________________________ Local Marine company is looking for a safety coordinator. Safety experience and computer skills are required. Please send resume to dtbhiring@yahoo.com. _________________________ Triple Son Farm Transport is accepting applications for experienced CDL 18 wheeler driver. Offering paid vacation, health insurance, 401K. Must submit to drug screen. Apply at 14502 West Main, Cut Off. _________________________ Salon U is looking for experienced hair stylist, nail technician or message therapist. Call Rosalyn at 696-4540 or 532-2305. _________________________ Candlewood and Suites of Cut Off is currently hiring for a full time and part time front desk agent. All positions have open flexible availability including weekends and holidays. Reliable transportation is necessary. If you feel you would be a good fit, please apply in person at Candlewood Suites Cut Off, 287 HWY 3162. No phone calls will be taken. Only serious applicants. _________________________ The Town of Golden Meadow Police Department is accepting applications for police officers at the Town Hall at 107 Jervis Drive, Golden Meadow. Office hours are Monday through Thursday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Benefits. The Town of Golden Meadow reserves the right to reject any and all applications and and the right to waive any informality. EOE. _________________________

SERVICES

Dog Grooming at Pitre’s Feed & Seed. Call JoAnn Pitre at 696-2321. _________________________ 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. _________________________

Office: 985-693-7229 Fax: 985-693-8282

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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

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. _________________________ Tony’s Carpentry: Friendly service. Honest trademan. 15 years experience. Need carpentry, painting, pressure washing, call 985-278-7188, ask for Tony. Blessings. _________________________ Brock’s Car Washing Inside and Out; on site available; prices start at $50. 985258-7645. _________________________ Concrete Construction Patios. Driveways. Houses. Metal Buildings. Free Estimates. No job too large or too small. Call Glenn Hughes, Jr. at (985) 209-5552 or (985) 258-6047. _________________________ Melancon’s Carpentry: 25 Plus years exp. Honest tradesman. Cabinetry; finish work; frame work; etc. Remodeling or new projects. Call 985-6964157. _________________________

Kerry Chiasson Carpentry For all your carpentry needs. Call 985-637-6279. _________________________ Swimming lessons: Certified teacher in CPR and lifesaving. Years of experience dealing with children of all levels of swimming, including beginners. Children must be potty trained. Heated pool. Sumer sessionlessons taught morning or afternoon during June and July. Classes for adult women are also offered. FMI – Call Mona at 985-696-0229. _________________________

NOTICES

POSTED: No Trespassing, Hunting, Trapping or Fishing on all properties owned by Louisiana Delta Farms - I.P. Farm’s, Inc. in Lafourche Parish. Violators will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. _________________________ Using The Lafourche Gazette’s dumpster located near the East Side Food Store building across from the office is not allowed! Violators will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. Also, do not dump seafood peelings or other items into the bayou behind The Lafourche Gazette’s property, 12958 East Main, Larose. _________________________

PRAYERS

HURRICANE PRAYER To avert storms & hurricanes Father, all the elements of nature obey your command. Calm the storms and hurricanes that threaten us and turn our fear of your power into praise of your goodness. Grant this through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son, Who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, One God, forever and ever. Amen ___________________________

OBITUARIES

Double J Roofing Construction Specializing in re-roofs, metal roofs, aluminum roofs, patio enclosures and repairs. Over 20 years experience of doing business in all parishes. Office: 985-722-3129 or cell: 985-7226129.

Curry’s Tree Service: Tree cutting and trimming, any size, reasonable rates, free estimates, licensed. Call 985-258-0465. _________________________ DreamScapes Lawn and Landscaping Grass cutting, weed eating, hedging, tree trimming and removal, landscaping, flower bed weeding and mulching, pressure washing, ETC. 985-2789533 or 985-278-3831. _________________________ Tim Harris Flooring Installation Services Carpet, vinyl, laminate, wood, ceramic, custom showers, painting, carpentry, sheet rock. Purchase floor anywhere, we will install. Manufactures warranty floors, not flooring stores. Free estimates. Call 985-6770474 or 985-677-2526. ________________________ Evans Concrete Construction: House slabs, driveways, sidewalks, etc. No job too big or too small. Call Leonard Evans at 985-677-2959. _________________________

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Inshore Captains Must have a TWIC card!

Apply in person at 752 Industrial Park Road Larose, LA 70373 (985) 693-5858

DAVID MARTIN

David Allen Martin, 57, a native of Cut Off and resident of Larose passed away Sunday, May 27, 2018. Visitation was held at Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in Cut Off on Tuesday, May 29 from 5 until 7 p.m. David is survived by his wife, Lori Martin; mother, Theresa B. Martin; daughter, Raven Bychurch; and sister, Darlene Martin. David was preceded in death by his father, Lindbergh Martin; step-son, Bobby Cantrelle, Jr.; and brother, Lind J. Martin. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements. ___________________

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MARY ANN NAQUIN

Mary Ann Naquin, 66, a native of Lafourche Parish and a resident of Larose, passed away on Tuesday, May 22, 2018. Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 29, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday with burial to follow in the church cemetery. She is survived by her sons, John LeBlanc, Curtis LeBlanc, Jr.; daughters, Tifiney LeBlanc, Michelle LeBlanc and Carla Bouzigard; grandchildren, Meagan LeBlanc, Shelby Cheramie, Bethany Bouzigard, Kelby LeBlanc, Brian and Braelyn Bouzigard; great grandchildren, Kynslee Cheramie and Trave LeBlanc; brothers, Nickles Naquin Jr., Alvin Naquin and Todd Naquin and sisters, Beverly Gros, Peggy Caillouet, Linda Day, Sherry Naquin, Shirley Naquin and Jean Ledet. She was preceded in death by her parents, Nickles Naquin Sr. and Rita Gros Naquin and sister, Verlene Pitre. Mary Ann was a loving mother, grandmother and sister who lived life to the fullest. She enjoyed being with family, dancing and listening to old records. She was loved by many and she will be greatly missed. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Voters will decide whether fantasy sports games through online sites such as DraftKings and FanDuel will be legalized in Louisiana. Gov. John Bel Edwards announced Friday he has signed the measure by Republican Rep. Kirk Talbot, of River Ridge, that sets up the November ballot decision. If voters in a parish vote against it on Nov. 6, people could not legally play the cash-league games on their smartphones or computers while in that community. If voters in a parish support allowing the fantasy sports games, lawmakers would have to decide how to regulate and tax the games and the state’s gambling board also would need to devise regulations. In fantasy sports, people assemble a roster of professional athletes whose real-life performance statistics determine the winner. House Bill 484: www.legis.la.gov

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Conference on coastal restoration set for New Orleans

PAUL J. STEIN, JR.

Paul J. Stein, Jr., 70, a resident of Galliano, LA and native of Vacherie, LA passed away on May 21, 2018. Military Service will be held on Thursday, May 31st at 10:00 a.m. followed by a Memorial Service at Community Bible Church in Cut Off. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Moria MacLeod Stein; Daughters, Catherine, Victoria, Jennifer, Kay (Greg) and Mary; Son, Paul Stein, III (Heather); 16 beautiful grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren; His father, Mr. Paul Stein, Sr.; Brothers, Dale (Patty), Richard (Joyce); Sister, Evelyn Chenier (Lou Gary). He was preceded in death by his son, James David; his beloved mother, Bernice Tregle Stein; Brother, Vincent. Paul was a Loving Husband, father and grandfather and Great-grandfather. Paul was an avid fisherman, a trawler and sailor. He loved to be anywhere near the water. He was a decorated Navy Veteran and served on the USS Canopus (AS 34). Paul served on the board of a local organization where he saw a need and reached out to many young adults, in doing so, he enriched his own life. In lieu of flowers, we ask you to donate to the Food Bank of Community Bible Church in Cut Off. Arrangements by SamartMothe Funeral Home in Cut Off.

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Gov. John Bel Edwards will be a keynote speaker when a three-day conference dedicated to restoring and preserving Louisiana’s coast opens. The State of the Coast conference begins Wednesday in New Orleans. It’s sponsored by two non-profit organizations — the Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana and the Water Institute of the Gulf — along with Louisiana government’s Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority. Other featured speakers include Marvin Odum, the chief recovery officer for the city of Houston; and Jason Clay, a senior vice president of the World Wildlife Fund. The event, held every two years, brings together more than 1,000 attendees, including scientists, natural resource managers and landowners. It will also feature a Friday mini-conference called “Restoration on the Half Shell” for those wanting less technical information. ___

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BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Gov. John Bel Edwards has agreed to bolster a state law aimed at encouraging women seeking an abortion to instead give birth and place the baby for adoption. Edwards’ office announced Friday that the Democratic governor had signed into law the bill by Rep. Rick Edmonds, a Baton Rouge Republican. The changes add more information about adoption to a state-mandated website and a state-issued pamphlet that must be given to a woman before she can have an abortion. The website and printed materials have to contain ways a pregnant woman can get confidential information about placing a child for adoption. The legislation also creates a task force to help develop the website and pamphlet, along with an outreach program promoting adoption and discouraging abortion.

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Study estimates LSU’s economic impact on Lafourche Parish at $6.5 million

BATON ROUGE – A study by the Economics & Policy Research Group at the E. J. Ourso College of Business has determined LSU’s economic impact on Lafourche Parish to be $6,485,393. The study, released in February, is the first to calculate the collective economic impact of all eight LSU campuses – LSU, the LSU AgCenter, Pennington Biomedical Research Center, LSUAlexandria, LSU-Eunice, LSU-Shreveport, and the LSU Health Sciences Centers in Shreveport and New Orleans – at the parish level. Statewide, LSU has an impact of $5.1 billion. The full report is available at www.lsu.edu/budget/ec onomic-impact.php “This study demonstrates that LSU is found in every parish of our state, helping to solve the biggest challenges we face in Louisiana,” said LSU President F. King Alexander. “Through education and research, we are creating the economy of tomorrow by improving today’s quality of life.” The study excludes the fiscal impact of LSU’s athletics and a number of other factors that would ostensibly increase the university’s economic impact, including the role of college graduates and faculty as job creators, the role of the university in bringing in outside talent and business, and the collective increased lifetime earnings of all LSU graduates.

Animals can’t speak for themselves. It’s our duty to be their voice, especially when they are victims of abuse. REPORT IT! Don’t hesitate to voice your concern to the proper authorities when you suspect or see abuse of any kind. Contact the sheriff’s nonemergency number at 798-2255 to ask someone to check out suspected abuse or neglect. Remember … animals depend on us for their safety, comfort and care. Don’t be afraid to speak out!

Arrest reports

The following information is based on reports from the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office. Those individuals have been booked with, not convicted of, the offenses shown. All accused should be presumed innocent until proven guilty. MAY 23, 2018 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Jaunna Bergeron, 35, Raceland. Contempt of court (3 CTS). Kaz Delatte, 17, Galliano. Contributing to the delinquency of a juvenile (Misd). Thibodaux Police Department Ahmaric Smith, 17, Thibodaux. Illegal possession of stolen firearm. Turning movements and required signals. MAY 24, 2018 Lockport Police Department Kenneth Curole Jr., 38, Lockport. Contempt of court (2 CTS). Resisting an officer (Misd). Battery of a dating partner (Misd). Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Dolan Fleharty, 30, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Ashley Hood, 35, Thibodaux. Contempt of court (3 CTS). Corey Hood, 36, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Nicole Huffman, 24, Gray. Contempt of court. Craig LeBlanc, 42, Larose. Contempt of court (2 CTS). Joshua Marie, 36, Houma. Possession of methamphetamine less than 28 grams (Felony). Possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia (Misd). Willniel Royal, 27, Contempt of court (5 CTS). Aggravated assault (Misd). Toan Tran, 44, Thibodaux. Fugitive. Angela Valenti, 30, Ticfaw. Possession of valium (Diazepam). Ricky Washington, 28, Thibodaux. Domestic abuse battery (Misd). Rene Couture, 57 Cut Off. Contempt of court. Battery of a dating partner (Misd). Thibodaux Police Department Dwayne Knight, 54, Thibodaux. Simple battery. Louisiana State Police Dustin Terry, 32, Thibodaux. Driving on roadway laned for traffic. D.W.I.-1st offense (Bac .08 to .15) (Misd). Greater Lafourche Port Commission Harbor Police Shawn Freeman, 49, Greenwell Springs. Fugitive. MAY 25, 2018 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Robert Barlow, 46, Raceland. Contempt of court (3 CTS). Possession of methamphetamine less than 28 grams (Felony). Herbert Lee Bennett, 22, Thibodaux. Domestic abuse battery with child endangerment (Misd). Brian Breaux, 41, Grand Isle. Possession of amphetamine less than 28 grams (Felony). Scott Chapman, 33, Race-

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land. Computer aided solicitation for sexual purposes (Felony). (Sex offense-registration required). Kimberly Crochet, 34, Galliano. Contempt of court. Possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine (Felony). Possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia (Misd). Possession with intent to distribute marijuana. Christopher Doiron, 32, Galliano. Possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine (Felony). Possession of steroids (Felony). Possession of hydrocodone. Possession with intent to distribute marijuana. Possession of valium (Diazepam) (Felony). Possession/distribution of drug paraphernalia (Misd). Possession of suboxone (Felony). Possession of heroin (Felony). Tarneisha Every, 24, Thibodaux. Aggravated second-degree battery (Felony). Joshua Harris, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Lavar Johnson, 29, New Orleans. Contempt of court. Michael Serigny, 26, Houma. Contempt of court. Josalyn Smith, 45, Houma. Contempt of court. Gary Washington Jr., Raceland. Contempt of court (2 CTS). Jared Westbrook, 36, Lockport. Possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia (Misd). Possession of methamphetamine less than 28 grams (Felony). Prohibited actsSchedule 1-2 counts. Operating a vehicle while intoxicated (Felony). Louisiana State Police Ashley Guidroz, 20, Golden Meadow. Driving on roadway laned for traffic. D.W.I.1st offense (Bac .15 to .19) (Misd). Possession of alcoholic beverages in motor vehicles. Dylan Montz, 22, Thibodaux. Headlamps for motor vehicles and motorcycles. D.W.I.-1st offense (Bac .08 to .15) (Misd). Golden Meadow Police Department Jesse Johnson, 40, Golden Meadow. Fugitive. MAY 26, 2018 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Francine Avera, 33, Cut Off. Contempt of court. Darren Charpentier, 44, Cut Off. Contempt of court. Jerry Cleveland, 59, Raceland. Theft of a motor vehicle (Misd). Randall Thomisee, 33, Houma. Possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia (Misd). Possession of methamphetamine less than 28 grams (Felony). Lance Trosclair, 49, Thibodaux. Violation of probation/parole. Operating a vehicle while under suspension for certain prior offenses. Contempt of court (3 CTS). No seat belt (1st offense). Golden Meadow Police Department Stephen Dantin, Jr., Golden Meadow. Contempt of court. Rusty Dupre, 20, Houma. Theft from a coin operated device (Misd). Simple burglary-Immovable structure (Attempted). Simple criminal damage to

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property (Misd). Louisiana State Police Terry McMillan, 56, Thibodaux. Operating a vehicle while intoxicated (Misd). Possession of alcoholic beverages in motor vehicles. Careless operation. MAY 27, 2018 Louisiana State Police Elmer Blanco, 42, New Orleans. Operating a vehicle while intoxicated (Misd). Violations of registration provisions (Misd). Maximum speed Limit. Possession of alcoholic beverages in motor vehicles. Ociel Lopez, 33, Galliano. Driver must be licensed. Driving on roadway laned for traffic. D.W.I.-1st offense (Bac .08 to .15) (Misd). Jhyrin Mathews, 19, Houma. Fugitive. Jody Rodrigue, 37, Schriever. Fugitive. Zachary Thomas, 21, Raceland. Contempt of court. Possession of marijuana-1st offense (Misd). Flight from an officer (Misd). Driving on roadway laned for traffic. Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Christopher Guillot, 46 Thibodaux. Simple criminal damage to property (Misd). Criminal trespass-Immovable structure. Simple battery (Misd). Donald Livas, 36, Gray. Possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine (Felony). Temporary registration plates (Altered/expired). Operating veh. with suspended license; other offenses. Possession of alcoholic beverages in motor vehicles. Resisting an officer (Misd). Operating a vehicle while intoxicated (Misd). Possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia (Misd). Jordan Price, 34, Houma. No seat belt (1st offense). Contempt of court. Possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia (Misd). Possession of alcoholic beverages in motor vehicles. Beau Rodrigue, 21, Houma. Illegal possession of stolen firearm. Marcel Waguespack, 28, Thibodaux. Contempt of court (2 CTS). Thibodaux Police Department Mekyillia Mart, 30, Thibodaux. Contempt of court (2CTS).

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Wednesday, May 30, 2018 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

June events at your local library …

Go wild with the Audubon Wetland Express. Learn more about wetland creatures when the Audubon Zoo’s mobile educational program visits the Lafourche Parish Public Library’s three main branches in late May and early June. - The Wetland Express will visit the South Lafourche Library at 10:30 a.m. on May 31 and the Lockport Library at 1 p.m. on May 31. This program is free and open to the public. - Enjoy a performance of David Eugene Ray’s Little Mouse Santi, the story of a mouse who wants to be a cat, when Confetti Park helps to kick off the 2018 Summer Reading Program in Lafourche Parish. Three performances will be held on June 6: 10:30 a.m. at the South Lafourche Library at 1 p.m. and at the Holy Savior Catholic School’s cafeteria in Lockport. These performance are free and open to the public. - Former STOMP performer Elizabeth Vidos, also known as Lady Chops, will bring her high-energy, onewoman percussion show to the Public Library’s three main branches as part of the library’s 2018 Summer Reading Program. Performances are scheduled for 2 p.m. on June 14 at the South Lafourche Library and 2 p.m. on June 15 at the Lockport Library. These performances are free and open to the public. - The Library’s annual Summer Reading Program begins on May 29. People of all ages can stop by their local Library branch to set reading goals, sign up for arts and crafts programs, and more. Pick up a calendar of events at your local branch to see what special programs your library system has to offer this summer. This year’s theme is “Libraries Rock.” All Summer Reading Program activities are free and open to

the public. Visit the library’s website at www.lafourche.org for more information. - Want to know more about the state’s plan for coastal areas? The 2017 Louisiana’s Comprehensive Master Plan for a Sustainable Coast, commonly known as Louisiana’s Coastal Master Plan, is now available at Louisiana’s public libraries. Each branch has a copy of the master plan available for check out to local residents. Ask a staff member at your library branch’s circulation desk for assistance. - Learn more about Louisiana Appleseed and its Protect Your Property Program, which assists homeowners in Terrebonne and Lafourche parishes with title issues for free. Residents who wish to elevate their homes, make structural or nonstructural changes, or relocate due to coastal issues might not qualify for assistance programs or rebuilding funds, loans, or insurance if they cannot prove ownership. Representatives of Louisiana Appleseed will be visiting the South Lafourche Library on June 6 at 10:30 a.m to offer more information. These programs are open to the public. - Representatives of local hospitals will be offering babysitting safety classes for tweens and teens at libraries this summer. These programs are intended to help younger children and teens become more capable babysitters and are free to attend. - Interested in a babysitting gig? Representatives of Ochsner St. Anne Hospital will provide a babysitting safety class for interested 9 to 15 year olds at 1 p.m. on June 11 at the Raceland Library. Representatives of Lady of the Sea Hospital’s Learning Center will offer its Safe Sitter program, a medically accurate instructional series

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that teaches young adolescents how to handle emergencies when caring for young children, at the South Lafourche Library. The program is aimed at those ages 10 to 13 years of age and is scheduled for 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on June 13. Space is limited, so those interested should register in advance at the library. - Representatives of Southeast Louisiana Legal Services will visit library branches this summer to provide information about free civil legal services available to residents. Southeast Louisiana Legal Services serves low-income residents in 22 parishes and has six offices, including one in Houma. Representatives will visit the South Lafourche Library, June 12, 10:30 a.m.; the Golden Meadow Branch, June 13, 3 p.m.; the Larose Branch, June 21, 2 p.m.; and the Raceland Library, June 26, 11 a.m. - The Larose Library offers yoga sessions at 2 p.m. on Mondays and 3 p.m. on Fridays. The sessions, which feature gentle, easygoing movements intended to exercise joints and maintain mobility, are free and open to the public. - Walk, do yoga, and sweat your way to fitness during gatherings of the Raceland Library’s Cardio Crew, which meets every Monday and Friday at 10:15 a.m. at the library. These fitness sessions are open to the public. The Golden Meadow Library will be offering treats to library visitors at 3:30 p.m. on Friday, June 1; June 8; June 15; and June 22; with treats ranging from ice cream floats to pickles, while supplies last. Stop by and enjoy. - Drop by the South Lafourche Library every Friday, beginning June 8, at 2 p.m. during the summer for fun, mystery STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) experiments, and snowballs. This program is open to children and teens and their families. - Learn Spanish language basics at free classes in June at the Lockport Library. This month’s featured topic will be “family.” Classes will be held at 11 a.m. on June 4 and at 1 p.m. on June 22. - Think you can name that tune? See

how you stack up during Rock On Music Trivia nights to be held at 5:30 p.m. on June 5, June 12, June 19, and June 26 at the Lockport Library. - Learn to grow crystal geodes from simple household items at 3 p.m. on June 6 at the Gheens Library. This program is designed for tweens and teens ages 8 to 16. - Families are invited to enjoy stories, games, songs, crafts, and donuts, while supplies last, at a special Father’s Day Celebration at 10 a.m. on June 9 at the Lockport Library. - Children and teens ages 8 to 16 can challenge one another in several outdoor obstacle course games beginning at 3 p.m. on June 20 at the Gheens Library. - Area musicians are invited to join staff and others at the Gheens Library at 3 p.m. on June 21 for a daytime jam session in celebration of World Music Day. - Love seafood, but hate the smell it leaves

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Other action taken from the Tuesday May 22, 2018, Parish Council public meeting (all votes were unanimous except where indicated; Gros was absent): — Passed ordinances levying and imposing taxes for 2018 on all property subject to taxation in the Parish for various funds — Rejected an ordinance rolling forward the millage rate for 2018 for the General Alimony Fund. Vote was 4-4 with Jones, Melvin, Perrillioux and Lafont against — Rejected an ordi-

nance rolling forward the millage rate for 2018 for the Criminal Tax Fund. Vote was 3-5 with Jones, Sposito, Melvin, Perrillioux and Lafont against — Rejected an ordinance rolling forward the millage rate for 2018 for the Drainage, Health and Library Tax Fund. Vote was 4-4 with Autin, Sposito, Perrillioux and Lafont against — Passed an ordinance rolling forward the millage rate for 2018 for the Road Sales Tax District #1 Fund. Vote was 6-2 with Melvin and

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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS REPAIRS TO PUMP #3, PS4

Sealed bids will be received by the Board of Commissioners, South Lafourche Levee District, 17904 Highway 3235, Galliano, LA 70354, until 11:00 A.M. June 7, 2018, at which time the bids will be publicly opened and read for the purchase of: Repairs to pump as per specs (available from our office or website) Price shall include delivery to Pump Station No. 4 in Golden Meadow. A list of recommended items for repairs may be picked up at the Levee District office located at 17904 Hwy 3235, Galliano, LA, or downloaded from our website at www.slld.org (Bids and Proposals). All parts must be as listed in the specifications. No exceptions and no replacements will be accepted. Bid price shall specifically ex-

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Lafont against — Passed an ordinance requesting “No Dumping of Trash, Waste or Debris—$500 Fine” signs to be posted near the Leeville Public Boat Launch — Passed an ordinance authorizing the purchase of land for the Lockport Community Center for $450,000 — Passed a resolution requesting the submittal of names of individuals interested in becoming members of the Economic Development Committee — Passed a resolution requesting the Parish to consider entering into an agreement for engineer services to create a “Storm Drainage Design Manual” — Passed a resolution requesting the submittal of names of individuals interested in becoming members of a Tax Reform Committee — Passed a resolution appointing Christine Strickland to the Lafourche Parish Tourist Commission — Passed a resolution appointing Lester Griffin to the Fire Protection District No. 1 Board

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