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Revised plans for Frostop announced ‘Premium’ apartments could surround beloved landmark BY JONAH MEADOWS Staff writer

Three months after community backlash torpedoed plans to demolish the Ted’s Frostop to make way for student housing, developers have revised their plans for an apartment building on the South Claiborne Avenue site. The Robert family, which owns

the Frostop building and surrounding properties, is now proposing to preserve the midcentury diner and construct a scaled-down complex that they say addresses concerns around parking, preservation, density and trafﬁc. The plan, which is still preliminary, envisions keeping the diner and its parking lot intact, while erecting a three-story apartment

building beside it, camelbackstyle, on the site of a former drivethru bank and pizza shop, with 26 units instead of the 39 originally proposed. “The current version of the revised site plan centers around the existing Ted’s Frostop building with newly built dining space for the diner and premium multifamily construction set behind the din-

er,” Matthieu Robert, principal of the family’s real estate company, said in a statement. “This site plan embraces Ted’s Frostop, preserving its familiar home and paving the way for its long-term success. The project reﬂects a commitment to revitalize a legacy commercial property in a mixed-use environment.” In July, the Roberts, owners of Robert Fresh Market, ﬁled documents with the city outlining their revised plans for the property. It

follows the withdrawal of their appeal of the Historic District Landmark Commission’s denial of their demolition request earlier this spring. In May, Tulane University, which was slated to become the primary tenant of the development, announced it would “pause its potential involvement” in the plan to “reexamine the project’s scope, design and engagement process.”

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N.O. federal prosecutor leaves DOJ Ginsberg accused of concealing workplace relationship BY JAMES FINN Staff writer

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The Dollar General store located at 4774 Paris Ave. in New Orleans is the only Dollar General location still open in the city.

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Closures of all but one N.O. location leave employees, customers blindsided BY KASEY BUBNASH Staff writer

The air conditioning blasted inside Christy Moore’s car as she sat parked in a handicap spot outside the Dollar General in Fillmore’s Oak Park Shopping Center last month. It was a sweltering New Orleans afternoon as Moore jumped out to help her mother, Edwina Coleman, carry several plastic yellow grocery bags. Moore said her mom is among many older people who live in the neighborhood and head to Dollar General for toiletries,

pet food and other basic groceries. Though they sometimes make the longer 2-mile trip to Rouses or Walmart for fresh produce, Moore said Coleman can more easily navigate the smaller discount store on her own. “She can get in really quick, get what she needs and come out,” Moore said. What Moore and Coleman didn’t know is that they were shopping at the city’s last Dollar General. At the beginning of 2024, New Orleans was home to 11 Dollar General locations. Now, after a series of abrupt closures in June, only the location at 4774 Paris Ave.

in Fillmore is still standing, even as the Tennessee-based chain continues to open new locations elsewhere in the state. New Orleans has long had a complicated relationship with Dollar General and other discount stores, which tend to put stakes down in low-income neighborhoods. City ofﬁcials in the past have criticized these national chains for attracting crime and keeping full-service, independent grocery stores away. In 2019, after a City Planning Commission study found that discount chains often make it more difﬁcult

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Weeks after the Justice Department launched an internal probe into allegations that a veteran federal prosecutor in New Orleans concealed a workplace relationship from superiors, he no longer works for the U.S. Attorney’s Office here. It was unclear whether the prosecutor, Jordan Ginsberg, was fired or resigned. The people who described Ginsberg’s departure did so on the condition of anonymity because they Ginsberg were not authorized to speak publicly. Ginsberg until recently served as criminal chief of the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the 13-parish Eastern District of Louisiana. His LinkedIn page was updated recently to describe himself as a “former federal prosecutor.” The page now says he worked at the U.S. Attorney’s Office from 2009 until this month. In an emailed statement Thursday, Ginsberg thanked the U.S. Attorney’s Office and said he looked forward to his career’s “next chapter.” He did not comment on the DOJ review that

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Charges refused for man accused of plotting mass shooting Former officer released on June 25 BY MARCO CARTOLANO

was quietly released from jail over the summer after his charges were refused, according to court and jail A former North Carolina law records. Christopher Gillum, 45, was reenforcement officer accused of threatening to commit a mass leased from the Orleans Justice shooting at a New Orleans festival Center on June 25 after a grand

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jury declined to indict him on a charge of terrorizing. Documents filed in Orleans criminal court show Attorney General Liz Murrill’s office filed to officially drop the charges on June 30. “A grand jury declined charges based on the facts showing that this individual was arrested in Florida, was from another state,

and never made it to Louisiana,” Murrill said in a statement Thursday. “The individual made vague statements to family members, but those statements did not directly state an intent to carry out any crimes in Louisiana.” Murrill said in her statement that law enforcement believed “it was highly possible” that Gil-

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lum might have been targeting the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. On April 22, Gillum was detained at a Destin, Florida, hotel after he was accused of allegedly planning to travel to a festival in New Orleans to commit a mass shooting

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WASHINGTON — A federal judge in Boston on Thursday dismissed a Trump administration lawsuit that accused Harvard University of turning a blind eye to harassment of Jewish students. The decision from U.S. District Judge Richard G. Stearns said that President Donald Trump’s administration failed to prove an ongoing violation of federal civil rights laws. The judge said the lawsuit, ﬁled in March, mostly focuses on incidents that took place in the 2023-24 academic year, with a few from March 2025. The cases were “too isolated and episodic” to prove a persistent civil rights violation at the Ivy League campus in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the judge said. “We disagree with the ruling and are assessing next steps,” said Harmeet Dhillon, assistant attorney general for civil rights at the Department of Justice. Harvard did not immediately provide a comment on the decision. The lawsuit accused Harvard of failing to protect Jewish students during pro-Palestinian demonstrations that roiled the campus after Hamas’ Oct. 7, 2023, attacks on Israel. The Trump administration argued Harvard officials did nothing as Jewish students were “harassed, physically assaulted, stalked, and spat upon.” The government’s case sought to recover billions of dollars in federal research grants awarded to Harvard since October 2023. Trump officials argued they had a right to recoup the money under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, a federal law barring discrimination based on race or national origin.

Court order blocking silencer rules in effect A court order that struck down regulations on firearm suppressors and certain guns took effect Thursday after the U.S. Justice Department did not file an appeal before a seven-day deadline set by a federal judge in Texas. The ruling allows people to purchase silencers, shortbarreled rifles, short-barreled shotguns and certain other firearms without registration, while also removing an extra layer of background checks. The order benefits parties that brought the lawsuit, including some dealers based outside northern Texas, but it is not a national injunction. Advocates say there are similar challenges in federal courts in other states. Separately, some states have their own prohibitions on silencers. U.S. District Judge James Hendrix in Lubbock, Texas, said regulations in a 1930s-era law are unconstitutional. He said the rules must fall after the Republican-controlled Congress and President Donald Trump eliminated a $200 permit tax on the devices. Hendrix said his Aug. 5 order would take effect in seven days unless the government appealed. There was no sign of a filing Wednesday in online entries at Hendrix’s court or the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals.

Illegally shipped ivory discovered in Vietnam HANOI — Authorities in Vietnam have announced a major seizure of ivory they say was illegally shipped from Africa, Vietnamese media reported Thursday. The haul of 221 pieces of elephant ivory weighing 2,630 pounds was announced and displayed to the media on Wednesday at Quy Nhon port in the central province of Gia Lai, said reports by the Vietnam News Agency and other news outlets. Thursday’s reports said inspections last week discovered the ivory hidden in sawn timber that was in a shipment of three containers that arrived on July 9. The illegal cargo also contained 175 pounds of animal bones that the reports said came from animals in the category of big cats, such as tigers. Crushed animal bones are used in traditional Chinese medicine.

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said were “completely misrep- that the Washington was in the ages and loss of mail aboard the Reports emerge of day Strait of Malacca, which links the aircraft carrier, the Navy said in resented.” deployments of carri- Pacific and Indian oceans and puts a statement. mental health and ersExtended “Leadership prioritized missionduring the Iran conflict have the carrier on a course to head into concerns about the impact the Indian Ocean. The Wall Street critical supplies: first food, then supply issues aboard raised on service members who are away Journal reported earlier that the hygiene items, then mail,” the home for long periods as well Washington would replace the Lin- statement said, before assuring USS Abraham Lincoln from as the increasing strain on the ship coln as one of the two aircraft car- that sailors aboard the ship now

BY KONSTANTIN TOROPIN

and its equipment. While renewed hostilities between the U.S. and Iran have calmed in recent weeks, WASHINGTON — The Pacific-based the Navy has reimposed a blockaircraft carrier USS George Wash- ade on Iranian ports in the crucial ington has begun heading toward Strait of Hormuz, and the Trump the Middle East as reports have administration has offered no claremerged of mental health and ity on how it intends to wind down supply issues aboard the long-de- the war. Hegseth told reporters that the ployed USS AbraU.S. can maintain the blockade “inCO ONFLICT ham Lincoln. The Lincoln has definitely.” IN THE T een supportMIIDDLE bing the U.S. war Presence in Pacific affected EAST AST against Iran, and The USS George Washington its deployment has left port in Da Nang, Vietnam, last included a record-setting uninter- week, a Navy statement said. The rupted time at sea of more than 240 carrier, along with a cruiser and a days. Several Democratic lawmak- destroyer, have since been spotted ers are pressing for accountability crossing the Singapore Strait. A Navy official, who spoke on the from the Pentagon over conditions aboard the carrier, which Defense condition of anonymity to detail Secretary Pete Hegseth on Thurs- sensitive ship details, confirmed Associated Press

riers now stationed in the Middle East. The move would leave the waters of the Paciﬁc without a U.S. carrier presence for an unknown period of time. The Trump administration sees China, the dominant power in the region, as “a settled force” that only needs to be deterred from dominating the U.S. or its allies and not the top global adversary that it was under the Biden administration. The Lincoln originally deployed Nov. 21 from San Diego, and it arrived in the Middle East in January, ahead of the launch of the Iran war on Feb. 28. The Navy conceded that the conﬂict created a “highly contested environment where traditional supply hubs in the Middle East were disrupted by combat actions.” That, in turn, led to short-

have access to clean water and “healthy meal options.”

Mental health concerns Reports have emerged that sailors on the Lincoln are struggling with mental health concerns. The Navy said in its statement that it has “not observed an increase in suicidal ideations or attempts aboard the ship,” but ofﬁcials declined to provide data, citing operational security and patient privacy concerns. The Navy official said that a sailor aboard the Lincoln went overboard in early August but that the person was quickly recovered, treated by the ship’s medical department and transferred off ship for follow-up care. The official would not say if it was being considered a suicide attempt.

Accused CEO shooter expected to plead guilty By The Associated Press

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Soldiers clear debris on Thursday, three days after an earthquake struck Cali, Colombia.

Rescuers call for silence around earthquake rubble Window for survival narrows in Colombia

BY ASTRID SUÁREZ, MARKO ÁLVAREZ and NAYARA BATSCHKE Associated Press

CALI, Colombia — With arms raised and fists clenched, rescuers in Colombia called for silence Thursday as they listened for signs of life in the rubble of a deadly earthquake and raced to pull more survivors from the debris before time runs out. The call for quiet was part of last-ditch efforts to ﬁnd anyone else alive in the aftermath of the 7.4 magnitude quake that struck the South American country Monday, killing more than 270 people and leaving hundreds more missing. Aid agencies consider the ﬁrst two to three days after a quake to be the prime window for retrieving survivors. That time frame can be extended if those trapped have access to food and water. “There might be two more people alive here, and I’m hopeful,” rescuer Daiana Rojas told The Associated Press. “We have been hearing sounds since 2:30 a.m., so our hope remains.” Rojas and her family were unharmed by the quake, the most powerful to hit Colombia in this century. She has been working as a volunteer to help search for survivors in Cali, one of the most heavily damaged cities, along with Pereira, Manizales and Quibdó. “I thought that was going to be my last moment alive,” she said, recalling the terror of the quake. “Seeing this situation in my city breaks my heart.” Rojas has witnessed two people being pulled alive from the debris, as well as the recovery of bodies. “They are not a relative or a friend of mine, but it feels as they were,” she said

of the survivors who have been found. “Whenever rescuers ask for silence, everyone stays still and tries not to move, speak or whisper. But when signs of life are found, all the teams start to applaud.”

Relying on ‘miracles’ to find survivors Authorities recognize that the rescue effort is entering a grim phase as search teams begin shifting toward recovering bodies. “The removal of debris begins now; more than 72 hours have passed,” Milton Castrillón, who works in the Cali mayor’s ofﬁce, told AP, adding that the teams now lean on “miracles from God to ﬁnd survivors.” The death toll rose Thursday to 273, authorities said. Over 3,800 people were reported injured, with nearly 12,600 homes destroyed and more than 74,800 homes damaged, according to David Santiago Tamayo, director of the National Unit for Disaster Risk Management. The devastation has tested Colombia’s new president, Abelardo de la Espriella, and his government as they scramble to respond while aid groups seek to help the hardest hit communities. In other developments, a 4.2 magnitude aftershock struck Thursday in San José del Palmar, in the Chocó region — the epicenter of the earthquake.

More international aid arrives Meanwhile, Colombia received more international aid from around the world. A group of rescuers from the Los Angeles County Fire Department arrived Thursday to help with search efforts and structural engineering assessments. Other countries have also offered assistance. The Chinese ambassador to Colombia said China will provide $1 million in ﬁnancial aid and more than $2 million in humanitarian assistance.

3 suspected of multistate tomb-raiding spree By The Associated Press ORLANDO — Authorities are searching for a trio of modern tomb raiders that they say has stolen family heirlooms and other valuables from cemeteries in at least nine states. The suspects — a mother and daughter, and the daughter’s boyfriend — “went on a tour of the eastern half of the United States,” breaking into niches and mausoleums, said Cpl. Cole Brazee of the Orange County Sheriff’s Ofﬁce in Florida. Ofﬁcers have arrest warrants out for

Porsche Bancroft, 32; her boyfriend, Drake Lee Milam, 33; and her mother, Angela Garrett, 52. All three are from Indianapolis, Brazee said in a video shared to social media. The warrants would have the suspects extradited back to Florida to face charges there. Detectives are investigating 20 cases in Florida and believe there could be many more, according to the sheriff’s ofﬁce. Brazee alleged the suspects have also hit cemeteries in Oklahoma, Minnesota, Texas, Georgia, Iowa, North Carolina and New York.

NEW YORK — Luigi Mangione is expected to plead guilty as early as Friday in the federal case accusing him of stalking and killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, according to a person familiar with the matter. The person, who was not authorized to talk publicly about the case and spoke to The Associated Press on the condition of anonymity, cautioned that Mangione could change his mind. Mangione’s lawyers, and spokespeople for the Justice Department and Manhattan federal prosecutors, declined to comment. Mangione is accused of traveling to New York City to ambush Thompson, 50, then shooting him outside a Manhattan hotel on Dec. 4, 2024, as the executive walked to UnitedHealth Group’s annual investor conference. Mangione is due in court on Friday for a hastily scheduled hearing in the federal case, which involves two counts of stalking. It wasn’t clear what

charge or charges Mangione is expected to plead guilty to. The hearing, in Manhattan federal court, comes as his lawyers have been talking with federal prosecutors about a possible resolution to one of two criminal cases against Mangione in Thompson’s death. Mangione, 28, has been charged in both federal and state court in New York and still faces the possibility of a trial in his unresolved state case. Mangione’s state murder trial is set to begin Sept. 8. Both sets of charges carried the possibility of a life sentence. The state’s double jeopardy protections kick in if a jury has been sworn in a prior prosecution, such as a federal case, or if that prosecution ends in a guilty plea. Mangione’s cases involve different charges arising from the same course of conduct. Once Mangione pleads guilty, his lawyers could then ask the judge in the state case to throw out those charges on double jeopardy grounds. State prosecutors argue their case is distinct.

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Gulf lease sale brings in $83 million BY MARK BALLARD Staff writer

WASHINGTON — Energy companies agreed to pay nearly $83 million for the right to search for and produce oil and natural gas below the Gulf seafloor — with Louisiana state and local governments receiving a big chunk of those federal dollars. It’s the third in eight months of 30 oil and gas lease sales required by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act as part of the Trump administration’s efforts to make them more regular and more predictable. The first three auctions netted $410.1 million. “America is finally seeing a new era of energy dominance thanks to the work we did with President Trump to explore and produce more American energy,” said House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-Jefferson. The Biden administration had continued rules that limited lease sales to only three over his entire

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term. Biden was reacting to reports that spotty oversight contributed to the 2010 Deepwater Horizon accident that led to 11 deaths and the spill of more than 3 million barrels of crude oil. Among the first acts President Donald Trump took after being elected a second time in 2025 was canceling Biden’s policies and opening leases for activity on federal property offshore and onshore. States and localities get a 12.5% royalty from the sales and a larger cut of revenues if fossil fuels are produced from the leased tracts. Usually it takes five years before oil starts flowing. “We continue to lower energy costs for families and small businesses, create more high-paying jobs, and strengthen American energy production. Importantly for Louisiana, millions of dollars from these lease sales go directly to our state for coastal restoration and hurricane protection efforts,” Scalise said. Louisiana received about $204

million in 2025 under the federal revenue-sharing program, according to the Interior Department. Scalise is responsible for adding wording to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act that raised the amount of money the federal government pays communities that host onshore facilities and workers for offshore activities. Tommy Faucheux — who heads the Louisiana Mid-Continent Oil & Gas Association, an energy trade group — said in a prepared statement that the sales reinforce the Gulf’s role in meeting America’s energy needs. “Most important: Consistent and predictable lease sales are essential to providing the certainty companies need to make the long-term, multibillion-dollar investments required for offshore energy development,” he said. The U.S. Department of Interior’s Marine Minerals Administration opened the bids Wednesday from its “BBG3 lease sale” at The National World War II Museum in

New Orleans. Nearly $100 million in bids were submitted by 16 energy corporations. The winning high bids for 59 blocks, about 330,150 acres of seaﬂoor, will generate $82.7 million for the federal government. Opponents of the lease sales noted that the latest one had fewer participants — and when the bids are fully processed will produce less money — than the earlier sales. “Trump’s lease sales are becoming a lesson in stupidity, where he keeps trying to sell bigger swaths of the Gulf and fewer oil companies are biting,” Nick Katkevich, a campaigner at the Center for Biological Diversity, said in a statement. The Arizona-based legal action group works to protect endangered species. “It’s time to wind down this industry and end Gulf offshore drilling altogether. It’s not too late for the Gulf and its beautiful marine life to recover from generations of oil disasters and industrial trafﬁc,”

Katkevich added. Murphy Oil Corp., based in Houston, offered the most, at $21.4 million for various leases, followed closely by Chevron Corp., also based in Houston, which is prepared to spend $15.6 million. A few of the leases were in ninefeet of water. But the most interest and competition was for the ultradeep tracts, some up to 7 miles below the surface. Forty-ﬁve of the 59 winning bids were for seaﬂoors under at least a half mile of water. One of the most competitive leases was for Keathley Canyon Block 258, an underwater valley at the edge of the continental shelf. About 200 miles south of Cameron Parish, the tract sits more than a mile below the surface. Four companies bid close to $20 million for Block 258, with BP plc, based in London, apparently winning on a $7.5 million bid, according to the Interior Department.

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Investiga- was moved to row 12, where this case, with Greece par- who reviewed the prelimi- on a Southwest Airlines Passenger’s head oftorsThessaloniki. found bird remains in- a passenger who is a doctor ticipating. nary report, told The Asso- ﬂight after she was partially The NTSB reprimand- ciated Press that the mainte- sucked out of a broken winthe engine, suggesting tended to him. Other passenwas sucked into side the plane may have struck gers got a metal box from ed Ryanair CEO Michael nance appears to have been dow. Another Southwest jet hole before being birds during takeoff, though the ﬂight attendants, which O’Leary after he told inves- performed at the required had suffered a similar bladehaven’t determined they used to try to block the tors last month that the in- intervals. But investigators related engine breakup in pulled back out they what caused the fan blade to broken window until the vestigation was focused on will likely examine how 2016 over Florida.

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Broken engine parts shattered a window on a Ryanair ﬂight shortly after takeoff in Greece last month, causing a man’s head to be sucked through the opening before his fellow passengers pulled him back inside, U.S. investigators said Thursday. A fan blade in the Boeing 737-800’s right engine broke loose, sending fragments through the fuselage, according to a preliminary report by the National Transportation Safety Board. The July 10 incident happened after the ﬂight departed the northern Greek city

break loose. The 61-year-old man who was nearly sucked out of the plane suffered neck and shoulder injuries and friction burns. The ﬂight attendants told investigators that they heard and felt loud continuous vibration and saw smoke or fog inside the cabin before the oxygen masks dropped from the ceiling. One of them then noticed some passengers standing up and calling for help because the man who was sitting in a row 11 window seat was partially lodged in a damaged window. The other passengers managed to pull him back into the cabin. The injured passenger

plane could land. A series of short videos recorded from inside the plane and shared by Radio Thessaloniki showed passengers wearing oxygen masks after the cabin lost pressure. Another appeared to show the blown-out window, with a man seated nearby wearing an oxygen mask. Last month, Ryanair said in a statement that the ﬂight “returned to Thessaloniki shortly after takeoff when a passenger window dislodged in-ﬂight.” International aviation rules allow Greece’s Hellenic Air and Rail Safety Investigation Authority to hand over investigations to the NTSB, which they did in

foreign object damage and not the plane’s age or maintenance history. The NTSB said investigators hadn’t ruled anything out and that O’Leary wasn’t authorized to discuss it. Maintenance records show that the fan blades on the right engine that failed had undergone ultrasonic inspections in May 2026 and November 2025 without finding damage. But the NTSB said that four suspected bird strikes to the same engine had been reported by the ﬂight crews over the past year. Bird remains were found after two of those suspected strikes. Jeff Guzzetti, a former NTSB and FAA investigator

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those inspections were carried out and whether the four previous suspected bird strikes could have contributed to preexisting damage in the engine. “We know what happened and even to some extent why it happened, but there’s still unanswered questions that the NSTB will get at,” Guzzetti said. AP sent emailed requests for comment on the NTSB ﬁndings to Ryanair, Boeing and CFM International, the maker of the engine. There have been at least two previous incidents in which parts of an engine made by CFM failed and breached the plane’s cabin. In 2018, a woman was killed

The narrow-body plane that can seat up to 189 passengers was delivered new to Ryanair in 2008, according to flight-tracking site Flightradar24. Flight records show that the aircraft climbed past 15,000 feet about six minutes after departure and then immediately descended to about 6,000 feet “to burn fuel for 30 minutes” before returning to Thessaloniki about an hour after taking off, Flightradar24 said. The flight was operated by Malta Air, a subsidiary of Ryanair, Europe’s largest budget carrier. The plane landed normally and passengers returned to the terminal.

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White House border czar defends ICE shock gloves BY DYLAN LOVAN and RYAN J. FOLEY Associated Press

BARDSTOWN, Ky. — White House border czar Tom Homan defended Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s plan to give officers gloves that deliver painful electric shocks, calling them a tool to help officers end confrontations without using deadly force. “It’s another device to help someone get compliant when they are not,” Homan said Thursday in an interview on Fox News Channel’s “Fox & Friends.” “You can’t just go from 0 to 100, right, and the first thing you go for is lethal force.” Homan’s remarks were the Trump administration’s first public defense of ICE’s plan to spend up to $20 million to purchase thousands of “conductive distraction and de-

escalation devices” for ofﬁcers and agents. The devices are known as the G.L.O.V.E., which stands for Generated Low Output Voltage Emitter, and are manufactured by Compliant Technologies LLC. They have been used in recent years by some jails and police departments. The plan has drawn intense criticism from civil rights groups, Democrats in Congress, and some use-of-force experts, who say ICE agents have been too quick to use force while carrying out President Donald Trump’s crackdown on illegal immigration. At least six people have been shot and killed by immigration enforcement agents since last year, including motorists last month in Maine and Texas. Homan argued the gloves could help avoid such encounters. He said they would give another less lethal op-

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Nelson County Jailer Justin Hall shows an electric shock glove that is used at his facility Thursday in Bardstown, Ky. tion to ICE ofﬁcers, similar to Tasers or pepper spray, for use in potentially violent situations on the streets and in detention facilities. He said that it would “be awhile” before the gloves are deployed in the ﬁeld by ICE officers because the

agency is still working out training protocols and other policy issues. In Bardstown, Kentucky, Nelson County Jailer Justin Hall said Thursday that his agency began using the gloves four years ago to try to gain compliance when in-

mates are out of control. He said that, unlike Tasers, the shocks do not incapacitate people and make them fall or leave contact or burn marks. Hall estimated that he had been shocked by the gloves more than 10 times during training, and the pain was intense but stops once the gloves are no longer touching skin. He said the shock gloves have been used sparingly, but are helpful as an initial deterrent when deescalation techniques do not work. “It’s just a safer way. It’s safer on the inmate. It’s safer on the staff. And most of the time, most of the time we get compliance,” he said. “It’s been a great tool for our facility.” Geoffrey Alpert, a criminology professor at the University of South Carolina who has written extensively about police use-of-

force and tactics, said the devices should be studied more broadly to ensure departments have proper guidance on when and how they should be used. He said it might be a wiser investment for ICE to start with a smaller purchase, given how little is known about them. “You are wholesaling these to a group of officers who may not be trained in other strategies like de-escalation or trained to interact with the public in non-enforcement ways, like most local police ofﬁcers are,” he said. “User error is almost predictable at some level. The tech may be fine, but let’s take a minute and make sure that it is used in an appropriate custom and practice.” Foley reported from Iowa City, Iowa. AP reporter Claudia Lauer contributed to this report from Philadelphia.

Flock announces changes amid backlash over license plate reader network tion,” but it characterized cerns raised about how the effectiveness of a police that case in June, and state 1. Tech was used to Jan. Among them: All law en- the other changes as “re- company’s data can be used department in preventing authorities said the former customers will treads” of inadequate safety are not new concerns in law crime,” said Chuck Wexler, officer’s family had taken track man said to forcement enforcement. have to implement an audit measures. executive director of the him to a treatment facility “Anyone with policing Police Executive Research out of state where he does that’s intended to flag Robert Frommer, a senior have threatened tool abnormal search behavior. attorney at the Institute for experience could have rea- Forum, a Washington-based not face further charges. Abuses have also drawn shooting in La. When the system detects Justice, a public interest sonably foreseen that what nonpartisan think tank.

BY SARAH RANKIN and CLAUDIA LAUER Associated Press

RICHMOND, Va. — Flock Safety, the surveillance technology company increasingly under scrutiny from lawmakers from both parties, civil liberties advocates and citizens across the U.S., announced Thursday that it is making changes to its platform intended to quell privacy concerns and address documented abuses of its system by some members of law enforcement. The company operates a vast nationwide network of automated cameras that record the license plate numbers and other characteristics of all passing vehicles every day. Thousands of law enforcement agencies in 49 states can search and share Flock’s data across jurisdictions to aid their investigations. Police have credited the technology as an important crime-fighting innovation that has helped locate missing people and track suspects in violent crimes. But some critics say its pervasiveness amounts to unconstitutional warrantless mass surveillance. Dozens of cities and agencies have nixed their relationships with Flock amid concerns that the data can be accessed for immigration enforcement or used in unauthorized tracking, after a ﬂurry of examples surfaced of law enforcement ofﬁcers misusing the technology for personal searches.

Optional to mandated In an interview, Flock CEO Garrett Langley said many of the product changes will make what were once optional guardrails mandatory for its users to implement by

abnormal behavior, the user would be locked out pending an internal review, the company said in a description of the changes provided ahead of Thursday’s announcement. Flock, which says its customers own the data that the cameras record, is also shortening the standard data retention window from 30 days to seven. It said it will allow data to be preserved for longer when it is evidence tied to a case number. Law enforcement users will now also be required to enter a code from their records management system tying each search to a speciﬁc case before it is run, something Langley said civil liberties advocates have long been calling for. Overrides for emergencies would be automatically flagged for review, the company said. Customers will also be allowed to decide which offense types — such as homicide or arson — outside agencies can search their data for, which would allow a customer to block outside searches related to immigration enforcement, the company said. Langley said that change will give individual cities and departments control to use the system in a manner “consistent with community values.”

Critics fear room for abuse Critics of the company reacted skeptically to the changes, which they said appeared designed to address the growing bipartisan anger about the cameras but could still leave room for police to abuse the system. The American Civil Liberties Union said in a blog post that the shortened evidence retention window could be “a step in the right direc-

law firm that’s led closely watched litigation over the technology, called the changes “window dressing” from a company in “panic mode.” “This is window dressing that doesn’t address the fundamental problem, which is that police ofﬁcers are the ones deciding who and when to search, and that should be done by judges with real warrants,” he said. Andrew Guthrie Ferguson, a professor at the George Washington University Law School whose scholarship has focused on policing, big data surveillance and the Fourth Amendment, said Thursday’s shifts were “better than the opposite” but called for further scrutiny of the technology in the form of “sustained democratic engagement with the rules and judicial checks on access at a minimum.” Ferguson said he’s been surprised to see the “growing community backlash” against Flock specifically, given that the technology isn’t new and other companies sell it as well. But Flock and the movement against it have “captured people’s sense that maybe they don’t want to be surveilled all the time,” he said. More than 50 agencies or jurisdictions have canceled, suspended or rejected a contract or deactivated their cameras since the beginning of the year, according to a tracker maintained by DeFlock, a grassroots group formed to track the use of license plate reader technology and push back against it. Cameras around the country have also been vandalized. Ian Adams, an associate professor of criminology at the University of South Carolina currently working on a Flock-related research study, said many of the con-

have been termed as ‘curiosity searches’ by ofﬁcers, searches for private reasons not related to police work, were going to be a problem this technology faced,” he added, noting that other technologies and platforms like the FBI’s Criminal Justice Information had faced those issues. Law enforcement experts said it’s a common tension of “policing in a democracy” — balancing useful technology that ofﬁcers say helps solve and prevent crime with the community’s interest and right to privacy. “It’s a balancing act. A community has a legitimate interest in how information is used, but it also has a legitimate interest in the

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Flock, based in Atlanta, Georgia, often posts to its website what the company deems to be everyday examples of success stories for its cameras, including ﬁnding missing seniors and catching car thieves. But the tech has also been used in high-profile cases that have garnered national attention, such as the search for a suspect in a fatal shooting at Brown University and in tracking and arresting a former North Carolina police ofﬁcer who authorities say had made threats that he planned to carry out a mass shooting at a festival in Louisiana. A grand jury declined to bring charges in

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widespread attention. The Washington Post reported earlier this month finding nearly 50 instances of police officers charged or accused of using the cameras for unauthorized purposes, many for tracking current or former romantic partners or family members. Just this week, six employees — including four officers — of the Savannah Police Department in Georgia were fired after they were accused of searching for friends and family using the tool and allowing an officer from an outside agency to use the city’s cameras. The Savannah department said it was made aware of the misuse through Flock’s voluntary audit function.

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said the FDA would have to review and license each unbundled vaccine separately, a process with no precedent. Individual shots for measles and related diseases tend to be used by lower-income countries that can’t afford the MMR shot. Merck, GSK and the handful of other companies that supply U.S. childhood vaccines make only the combination shot. In separate statements, Merck and GSK said they stand by the safety and effectiveness of their products. Neither discussed plans to unbundle their shots.

BY MATTHEW PERRONE Associated Press

WASHINGTON — Public health experts have been quick to condemn an executive order from President Donald Trump aimed at upending childhood vaccinations in the U.S., but the biggest obstacles may be the unprecedented financial and logistical challenges it would impose on parents, health providers and drugmakers. Monday’s announcement by the Republican president calls for separating combination shots — including the measles, mumps and rubella, or MMR, vaccine — into separate injections. Appointments for that and other vaccinations should be spaced out whenever possible, the order states. To accomplish that, drugmakers would need to revive a slate of individual vaccines that have not been widely used in the U.S. for decades. They would also have to build new manufacturing plants capable of producing millions more vaccine doses than the nation currently uses. For parents, unbundling the MMR vaccine and spacing out the shots would mean returning to the doctor’s ofﬁce many more times than is currently needed. Those appointments could also strain pediatricians who typically administer the shots, while driving up costs tied to syringes and other medical supplies. Studies in the U.S. and

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President Donald Trump speaks as Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., right, and Jayme Franklin listen during a meeting to sign an executive order about vaccines Monday in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington. other countries have shown that combination vaccines increase the likelihood that children will be fully protected from infectious diseases before starting school. Health experts say there is no scientiﬁc basis for changing course. “We do things that are less convenient and more expensive if there’s a good reason to do it,” said Dr. Anna Durbin, of the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. “There is no good justiﬁcation for this. I think it’s very bad public health policy.”

But pharmaceutical scientists and former regulators say those changes would likely take years and require drugmakers to spend tens of millions of dollars on new studies and manufacturing facilities. Currently, there are no individual vaccines in the U.S. for measles, mumps or rubella. All the vaccines approved for those viruses by the Food and Drug Administration are combination shots. That three-in-one approach has been the standard in the U.S. since the 1970s. Dr. Jesse Goodman, a former FDA vaccine chief, said Manufacturing overhaul companies may have to conUnder Trump’s executive duct large studies showing order, federal officials are their new individual shots instructed to develop within produce immune system90 days plans for breaking boosting reactions in chilup the MMR shot and spac- dren similar to the current versions. The speciﬁcs would ing out other vaccines.

depend upon the quality of data from the original standalone vaccines and how it’s viewed by FDA regulators. “The question is how much has changed since then and how comfortable will the FDA and the companies be relying on those comparisons?” said Goodman, who is now a professor at Georgetown University. Manufacturers may also have to demonstrate the safety of new manufacturing facilities and procedures, given that individual measles shots haven’t been widely produced in the U.S. for decades. Designing, constructing and getting federal sign-off for new vaccine plants typically takes about ﬁve years, according to industry experts. Additionally, Goodman

The MMR shot is currently delivered in two doses — the first at the age of 1 and the second dose after age 4. Splitting up the shot into its three separate components would mean six office visits. Spacing out other shots for pertussis and other infectious diseases could multiply the number of visits many more times. As the number of visits goes up, parents are more likely to miss appointments or stop making them, according to Durbin. “It’s going to be less convenient, more expensive and you’re going to have fewer people getting vaccinated,” she said. For well over a decade, Trump has expressed his view — against medical groups’ guidance — that American children receive too many vaccines and that they should be given in smaller doses over a longer period of time. Last year he called on called on Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to look at reducing the number. Kennedy and other officials have pointed to smaller countries, such

as Denmark, that recommended slightly fewer vaccinations than the U.S. But breaking up combination shots will result in kids receiving many more individual shots than other comparable nations, Durbin notes. White House spokesman Kush Desai said the Trump administration’s efforts on the MMR vaccine “will give parents more options on timing and frequency for their children, which ultimately will increase vaccination rates for all three diseases.”

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was no history of police calls page. She incorporated mu- her days with the children trips to a science museum to the Hopkins address. sic and cooking classes into and would take them on ﬁeld and an orchard. Records show that Kristen Brown had been licensed by the state since 2019. The daycare had a capacity of SELF-SCH 10 children and was found TO to be in compliance during visits in 2023, 2024 and 2025. Family members of Kristen Brown declined to comment R AP P N T M on Thursday. OI Kristen Brown opened Brown Bear Childcare a few months after giving birth to Evie. In a 2019 post on the daycare’s Facebook page, Brown wrote that she hoped to help her daughter and other children “blossom into happy, intelligent, caring individuals.” Kristen Brown had a bachelor’s degree in elementary † education foundations from the University of Minnesota Twin Cities and was certiﬁed in vision therapy, according to her daycare’s Facebook EVERY WINDOW* EN

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A high-stakes review of Louisiana’s system for allocating billions of dollars to public schools each year kicked off Thursday, launching a process that in just a few months could produce a plan to overhaul the decades-old funding system. The “top-to-bottom review” of the state’s schoolfunding system is being conducted by a 15-member task force, which held its first meeting Thursday at the State Capitol in Baton Rouge. Established by the state Legislature and composed largely of lawmakers, the group will analyze the formula that determines how much state funding each public school receives. By Jan. 1, the task force must recommend a “revised or replacement formula,” according to the resolution that established the group. The deadline gives the group less than ﬁve months to revamp a system that sends schools about $4 billion annually and has been

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David Claxton, center, speaks alongside Janet Pope and Larry Carter Jr. during the Minimum Foundation Program Task Force meeting at the State Capitol on Thursday. The group is conducting a ‘top-to-bottom’ review of Louisiana’s school-funding system. in operation, with only slight changes, for more than 30 years. “It’s an abbreviated timeline for the very large amount of work that’s been placed before this task force,” said the group’s chair, Luke Morris, who is special counsel to Senate President Cameron Henry, R-Metairie, a driving force behind the funding review. Morris, who is representing the Senate leader on the panel, opened the meeting by noting the large audience — a sign of the intense interest in the process, which could

determine how much funding schools receive for years to come. In attendance were superintendents and school board members from across the state, charter school leaders and members of the state Board of Elementary and Secondary Education, which legally controls the funding formula. One of the group’s primary jobs is to embed permanent teacher raises in the formula, which is called the Minimum Foundation Program. Gov. Jeff Landry and legislative leaders created the task force in June after vot-

ers rejected a proposal to use education trust funds to increase teacher pay. In response, Landry ordered the state to pull money from school budgets to pay for one-time stipends for teachers and school support staff. Now, the task force is responsible for inserting educator raises into the school-funding system, Morris told the group. He also emphasized that the Louisiana Constitution mandates certain aspects of the system, including that it equitably allocates state funding across school

districts and that every parish contributes some local funding. But the formula also includes many parts that were developed over time but are not mandated by law, such as the baseline funding amount — currently $4,015 per student — and the funding boost that schools get to serve certain populations, including low-income students and students with disabilities. “What’s most important to know is they can all change,” Morris told the task force. “The constitution does not require what goes into the formula.” Any changes to the formula could have far-reaching implications for schools — and could result in some school districts losing or gaining money. David Claxton, executive director of the Louisiana Association of School Superintendents, is one of just four task force members representing education groups. During the meeting, he alluded to the high stakes for school systems. “Most of us superintendents are very protective of our funding,” he said. Rep. Jack McFarland, RJonesboro, is one of 10 lawmakers on the task force. In an interview after the meeting, he said he is open to hearing arguments for why

schools need more money, but that he will also look for ways to reduce spending — especially as the state anticipates a $540 million shortfall. “I’m never going into anything close-minded,” he said. “But my first instinct is, ‘Let’s find efficiencies.’ ” Landry said in June that he hopes the task force creates “a brand-new MFP,” and the resolution establishing the group said it can consider changing any aspect of the funding formula. But under the Louisiana Constitution, the state education board sets the funding formula. The Legislature approves or rejects the formula, or recommends changes. Board of Elementary and Secondary Education President Simone Champagne, who is on the task force, said Thursday that she is open to updating the formula, but she did not seem eager for a full overhaul. “I think that’s what this is about,” she told the task force, “not so much changing everything in the formula, but maybe tweaking it and seeing what continues to work, what maybe doesn’t work any longer, and fixing that formula.” Email Patrick Wall at patrick.wall@theadvocate. com.

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“I hope he felt severe pain because what he did to my mother is nothing compared to what he may have just gone through,” Dennis Jenkins said.

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Tennessee and Oklahoma put inmates to death within 30 minutes of each other Thursday and Alabama followed suit hours later as states executed three men by lethal injection in one day for the ﬁrst time since 2010. The Tennessee man was executed for killing a maid at a motel in 1985 and the Oklahoma man for killing his girlfriend in 2003. In Alabama, a man was put to death Thursday evening for killing a 5-year-old girl he had paid her mother to abuse. Having three executions in one day is a coincidence in scheduling, but it also reﬂected a trend of increased executions in the U.S. Eleven states executed a total of 47 people in 2025, the highest number since 2009. With Thursday’s executions, 22 inmates have been put to death this year with nearly a dozen more scheduled. The last time three executions were carried out on the same day was on Jan. 7, 2010, when Louisiana, Ohio and Texas put inmates to death.

Oklahoma Carlos Cuesta-Rodriguez, 70, died by lethal injection at the state’s penitentiary in rural McAlester, the third person put to death this year in Oklahoma. Cuesta-Rodriguez turned his head to look at his two relatives who attended and mouthed “I love you” but said he had no last words. His breathing was labored

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Dennis Jenkins, left, son of murder victim Catherine Jean Jenkins, speaks outside Riverbend Maximum Security Institution following the execution of Anthony Darrell Hines on Thursday in Nashville, Tenn. for several minutes before he was pronounced dead at 10:13 a.m. Convicted of fatally shooting his girlfriend at their Oklahoma City home in 2003, Cuesta-Rodriguez had said he regretted killing Olimpia Fisher and told a board he didn’t want clemency. His attorneys said he had a difﬁcult childhood in Cuba and suffered from brain damage and post-traumatic stress disorder. Fisher, 43, planned to leave Cuesta-Rodriguez when he shot her in one eye and then he waited about eight minutes as she screamed for help before ﬁring the fatal shot into her other eye. Fisher’s daughters, Cinthya Allen and Katya Wallis, said in a statement that they hoped the execution brings awareness to preventing domestic violence and they honor their mother by “rais-

ing our families to reflect the love and faith in God that she taught us.”

Tennessee Anthony Darrell Hines received an injection in Tennessee for the 1985 murder of Catherine Jean Jenkins. He was pronounced dead at 10:43 a.m. Hines stabbed Jenkins to death while the 54-year-old was working as a motel maid in Kingston Springs. Hines said “not right now, thank you” when asked if he had final words, then said, “Tell my son hello” before he died. Hines’ son witnessed the execution. He reconnected with his father four days earlier after not seeing him since he was 3 years old. Afterward, Jenkins’ son detailed how his mother had only a plastic spray bottle to defend herself against the knife attack.

Alabama executed Jeremy Williams for the 2021 rape and murder of a young Georgia girl. He was pronounced dead at 6:16 p.m. following the injection. “I want to thank God for forgiving me for my sins so I can meet him in peace,” Williams said in his final words. He rocked his head back and forth and smiled and appeared to sing or speak before slowing become still on the gurney. Williams, who pleaded guilty to killing Kamarie Holland, had declined to appeal and requested that his death sentence be carried out. Williams, 42, raped and strangled Holland after offering her mother $2,500 for the child to perform a sex act, prosecutors said, adding he filmed his attack. “To see on video what he did to this baby, what a grown man could do to a child, it’s shocking, it’s horrible, it’s disgusting,” Russell County District Attorney Richard Chancey said. “It’s just a level of evil.” The girl’s mother is serving a 20-year prison sentence after pleading guilty to sex trafficking. Corey Holland, Kamarie’s father, said she was an exuberant child who loved princesses and made people laugh. “She liked anything girly,” Holland said.

system of launching jets

BY KONSTANTIN TOROPIN Associated Press

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump is ordering the U.S. Navy to remove the advanced system used to launch fighter jets from its newest type of aircraft carrier and return to using older steam catapults that he has long said he prefers, according to a directive issued Thursday. The new mandate would likely cost billions of dollars and revert the Navy’s most advanced ships to a system that takes more sailors to operate and is more difficult to maintain. The memo directs the Pentagon and the Navy to present Trump with plans to remove the Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System, also known as EMALS, within two months. It also says the Ford-class carrier’s electromagnetic weapons elevators should be replaced. The move comes after years of Trump railing against the new, magnetically powered catapult system that shoots fighter jets off the deck of the carriers. It also comes at a time when the U.S. military is trying to find funding from Congress for all its desired equipment and as the Navy is struggling to fill its ships with enough sailors. Trump’s ire with the new technology goes back to at least 2017 in his first term,

when he claimed the new system is “not good” and “doesn’t have the power” of the older, steam systems in an interview with Time magazine. The newest Chinese aircraft carriers employ electromagnetic catapults and France said it plans to use the system on its new carrier. Trump’s memo directs the fourth Ford-class carrier, the USS Doris Miller, to be the ﬁrst ship to include the new changes. General Atomics, the company that makes EMALS, told The Associated Press in an email that the decision not to proceed with the system on the USS Doris Miller “warrants careful reconsideration.” Trump’s memo that mandates the removal of the system also noted that one of the issues facing shipbuilding is the Navy’s constant design changes, “which have resulted in cost growth, delays, and cancellations.” General Atomics said the work on the Doris Miller’s catapults and arresting gear was already halfway complete and said “changing course now would introduce significant cost, schedule, and integration risks.” EMALS aboard the USS Gerald R. Ford cut the number of sailors need to operate the catapults from about a dozen to two.

Federal agents surveilled Minnesota unions in hunt for conspiracy case BY SUSAN DU

Minnesota Star Tribune (TNS) MINNEAPOLIS — Homeland Security investigators conducted a wide-ranging surveillance campaign against Minnesota labor unions, trying to find evidence that they were part of an antifa conspiracy to finance domestic terrorism, according to federal records provided to the Minnesota 15, a group of protesters federally charged with impeding immigration enforcement officers during Operation Metro Surge. Defense lawyers for the group have received some, but not all, government evidence related to the case. The documents confirmed that the government prosecutor who convened the grand jury to obtain the indictments was Deputy Attorney General Brian Lynch, a high-ranking Justice Department official who attended the Jan. 6, 2021, protests at the U.S. Capitol. Lynch was appointed this year to be codirector of the Joint Task Force Vanguard, a special unit dedicated to prosecuting leftwing political violence. Lynch was reportedly photographed participating in the Capitol protest, standing inside a restricted zone, while rioters stormed

the building. The Justice Department did not respond to a request for comment from the Minnesota Star Tribune about Lynch’s involvement at the protest, but an official told Talking Points Memo last month that while Lynch was present at Jan. 6, he “never entered the Capitol, left the grounds after a brief period, and did not commit and was never accused of any violation of law.” As part of the grand jury presentation in the case of the Minnesota protesters, the Justice Department displayed a diagram arguing that several major labor unions were connected in “the Conspiracy” at the core of the case. The unions, which traditionally align with Democratic political candidates, include the AFL-CIO, Minneapolis Federation of Educators, Minnesota Association of Professional Employees and the Service Employees International Union. Homeland Security investigators secretly obtained financial records of the labor unions and nonprofit organizations listed in the diagram, and also sought records regarding the Communications Workers of America, which represents most of the nation’s unionized journalists, including the Star Tribune.

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Continued from page 1A for full-service retailers offering healthier options to compete, the city passed an ordinance putting spacing restrictions on discount stores. At the same time, they provide an service for people like Coleman, who can’t always make their way to full-service groceries. But more than that, according to customers and employees, the suddenness of recent Dollar General closures left them blindsided. “I was in there one day and it was gone the next,” said Sharonda Dixon, who works at a beauty supply store across the street from a Dollar General in Gert Town that closed in June.

A series of abrupt closures Dollar General’s exodus picked up speed earlier this summer, but it began in August 2024. That’s when four stores in New Orleans East and another in the Desire area closed abruptly. A year later, a Dollar General in the 7th Ward quietly closed, apologizing for the inconvenience to customers and employees in a printed statement taped to the door. The Hoffman Triangle location followed in April of this year, and in June, unexpected closures at three other locations in the Bywater, Gert Town and Tulane areas left employees scrambling for work. David Williams had worked parttime as an associate stocker at the Dollar General on Earhart Boulevard for seven and half years,

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helping to unload fresh shipments and restock shelves, when he woke up to a call from his district manager on a day off in June. That’s when he found out his most recent shift had been his last. Williams said the manager told him he’d be paid for the two weeks he was scheduled to work, but a transfer to another location would not be possible. “It’s devastating, no doubt about it,” he said, “but it’s even more messed up that people who are already at the site, who are already working, they ﬁnd out they don’t have a job.” Sunshine Best said she found out about the closures in a brief text from a manager after she was locked out of the employee app on her phone and removed from the schedule. Managers initially

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over nearby single-family homes and exacerbate existing parking Continued from page 1A challenges. “It’s like saying, ‘The cancer we’re going to inject in your body is On Thursday, a university spokes- just going to be in your arm and not person said they had nothing new in your thigh.’” Martin said. “It’s the same deal. I live in the middle to add. While Tulane’s role in the revised of Versailles Boulevard on the opproject is unclear, Robert did not posite side of the street, but I’m gorule out the possible use of the ing to still have a parking problem.” “premium market-rate apartment Possible protection units” for student housing. A neighborhood group convened Potentially further complicating a meeting Wednesday night, invit- the situation, the Louisiana Landing supporters of the diner to dis- marks Society and a local attorcuss the new plan. No media was ney have applied with the HDLC permitted to attend. to grant historic landmark status Richard Martin, who lives about to the Ted’s Frostop building, its 1,000 feet from the site and did not signage and the freestanding root attend the meeting, said he and beer mug sign that was toppled by other nearby residents don’t want Hurricane Katrina before being any apartment building on the site, reinstalled more than six years even if it isn’t leased to Tulane stu- later. “It is one of the last intact exdents. He said neighbors are concerned the building would tower amples of the mid-twentieth-

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blamed a paperwork error and said she’d have to reapply for her job. When she texted to check in on the application, a manager said, “They closed all New Orleans locations.” Shocked, Best asked when the stores had closed. “Yesterday,” the manager replied. And then, “They closed permanently.” Williams and Best were two of several former Dollar General employees who protested the abrupt nature of closures at a rally in midJuly, calling for severance and an explanation. Some employees are working with organizers at the New Economic Justice Organizing Project, which connects workers to legal aid and other resources, and hope to pursue legal action against the chain.

Dollar General is one of several discount stores that operate in New Orleans. Its closest competitors, Dollar Tree and Family Dollar, continue to operate numerous locations across the city. In some cases the Dollar General closures have made way for more traditional grocers. A Bayou Fresh grocery store opened in a vacated Dollar General on St. Bernard, and New Orleans East welcomed its ﬁrst Rouses Market earlier this year. The opening was celebrated by city ofﬁcials, including Mayor Helena Moreno, who said it was just the start of more to come for New Orleans East. Though Dollar General hasn’t detailed its rationale for the closures, several current and former Email Kasey Bubnash at kasey. Dollar General employees and cus- bubnash@theadvocate.com.

root beer mug represent a rapidly disappearing typology of roadside commercial architecture.” If the HDLC decides to accept the nomination in November, any exterior alterations would require its approval. A subsequent vote to designate it as a landmark would make it permanently illegal to demolish or modify the exterior of the building without the commission’s permission. Petite Rouge Cafe co-owner Julie Pieri, who has operated a business down the block on Calhoun Street for about eight years, said the area STAFF FILE PHOTO By DAVID GRUNFELD could use a lively face-lift. “It’s nice to see that they’re goAfter backlash to proposed demolition, the owners of Ted’s Frostop on ing to keep Ted’s, and I think it Calhoun Street near the Tulane campus in New Orleans have proposed would be great if they put student housing, or any housing, or a retail building a scaled-down apartment complex around it. building there,” Pieri said. “I’m century drive-in restaurants that cacy chair, said in her request down for any development.” once proliferated along America’s to the commission. “Its Googiehighways,” Sandra Stokes, Loui- influenced signage, wraparound Email Jonah Meadows at jonah. siana Landmarks Society advo- windows, and 14-foot revolving meadows@theadvocate.com.

officials, who feared a public relations debacle because the scandal echoed aspects of the office’s high-profile prosecution of New Orleans’ former mayor, LaToya Cantrell. A 2025 federal indictment which Ginsberg was instrumental in securing accused Cantrell of defrauding taxpayers by taking leisure trips with her alleged paramour, former police bodyguard Jeffrey Vappie, on the city’s dime. She and Vappie have pleaded not guilty to the charges in the indictment. Ginsberg was formally withdrawn from the Cantrell prosecution team in June as prosecutors prepared for a since-delayed trial. Colleagues later filed to remove him from several more criminal cases. Ofﬁcials have released few details about the situation, including the employment status of the legal assistant with whom Ginsberg was alleged to have held the relationship, what the internal Justice Department review uncovered

and whether that inquiry remains ongoing. U.S. Attorney David Courcelle, who was confirmed by the U.S. Senate to lead the office last year and made Ginsberg the office’s criminal chief, issued one statement in June saying only that Ginsberg was on leave pending the review of what Courcelle termed “employee misconduct.” The U.S. Attorney’s Office did not respond to requests for comment on Ginsberg’s departure from the office or the internal review. A Justice Department spokesperson in Washington, D.C., did not respond to a request for comment. A DOJ spokesperson previously said the department “declines to comment on personnel matters.” In June, legal observers told The Times-Picayune that any seeming parallels between Cantrell’s case and allegations facing Ginsberg are unlikely to weaken the prosecution of the former mayor because, at first glance, they do not appear to involve alleged impro-

priety in the handling of the case against her. Some observers, however, noted that prosecutors might be inclined to avoid it coming up in defense motions or at hearings. So far, neither defense team has mentioned the controversy in proceedings tied to Cantrell’s case. Cantrell’s attorney, Eddie Castaing, declined to comment this week on Ginsberg’s departure. Shaun Clarke, a lawyer for Cantrell’s former bodyguard Jeffrey Vappie, also declined to comment. Cantrell’s trial has been stalled repeatedly by logistical issues unrelated to the allegations involving Ginsberg, who led a team of prosecutors that secured her indictment last year from a federal grand jury. Before the indictment, the case had sputtered as prosecutors confronted obstacles in corralling key witnesses, the challenge of relatively small sums of money involved in Cantrell’s alleged corruption, and shifting priorities at

harm “Black people.” Gillum was a former Orange Continued from page 1A County Sheriff’s Office deputy in North Carolina and previously worked for the Chapel Hill Police before dying by suicide by cop. Department. The investigation into Gillum His family had warned law enforcement that he threatened to spanned three states and was

initiated after police in Burlington, North Carolina, issued an intelligence bulletin asking for help locating him, saying he was considered a missing person and ﬂagged as potentially seeking to harm himself. In a statement, the FBI’s New

Orleans office said prosecution decisions were determined by a local prosecutor, like the Attorney General’s Ofﬁce or the U.S. Attorney’s Ofﬁce. Murrill thanked federal law enforcement and local officials in Florida for apprehending Gillum

Continued from page 1A preceded his departure. “For more than 17 years, I had the extraordinary privilege of walking into court and proclaiming, ‘Jordan Ginsberg on behalf of the United States,’” he said. “I never regarded that honor lightly, and I will always be grateful to the United States Attorney’s Ofﬁce for entrusting me with that responsibility. “I leave with profound gratitude for the experience and for the many people who made it what it was,” he said, “and I am excited to begin the next chapter of my career.” An anti-public corruption specialist, Ginsberg was suspended in June as the internal review unfolded. Sources told The TimesPicayune at the time that he had been accused of failing to disclose a relationship with an ofﬁce legal assistant. The allegations alarmed DOJ

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tomers suggested concerns about crime and theft were likely behind at least some of them. Best had worked at two Dollar General stores for about a month before she found out about the closures. In that short time, she said she witnessed robberies, theft and all-out brawls. Neither of the stores had a security guard, she said. “People walk in and look you in the face and take stuff,” she said. At the only remaining store on Paris Avenue, there are signs of the company’s theft concerns. Glitchy security monitors offer constant reminders that recording is in progress, and basic household essentials are guarded by security tags. An employee who asked not to be named because she wasn’t authorized to speak publicly said she thought the store’s proximity to a police station helped keep it open. Ofﬁcers frequent the store on lunch breaks, and police cruisers overﬂow from the station lot across the street into the surrounding neighborhood. Still, she worried about the store’s future. For Coleman, who is set to get her hip replaced soon, a closure of the Paris Avenue Dollar General would mean seeking out another spot for the basics. The Fillmore area already lost Save A Lot, Coleman said, motioning to the vacant building next door. For her part, she hopes Dollar General doesn’t go the same way. “Where are we supposed to go?” she asked.

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the Justice Department under President Donald Trump. When Cantrell was finally indicted last summer, the charges focused on a narrower set of conduct than investigators had pursued and many legal observers had anticipated. Ginsberg joined the grand jury foreperson in presenting the indictment to a magistrate judge, then looked on as acting U.S. Attorney Michael Simpson briefed reporters. Cantrell’s trial had been set for Oct. 19. Last month, U.S. District Judge Wendy Vitter punted it to March, citing defense lawyers’ busy schedules and a packed trial docket. Vitter’s order postponing the trial did not mention the allegations facing Ginsberg. James Finn covers federal courts and law enforcement for The Times-Picayune | The Advocate. Email him at jﬁnn@ theadvocate.com or contact him on Signal at jamesﬁnn.82.

and stopping him from carrying out “whatever it was he was planning, wherever he might have been planning it out.” Email Marco Cartolano at Marco.Cartolano@theadvocate. com.

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MARGARET OFFAN By virtue of and in obedience to a Writ of FIERI FACIAS from the Judicial 24th Court, District Parish of Jeffer‐ son, State of Louisiana, in the num‐ above bered and enti‐ tled cause, July 1, 2026, I have seized and will proceed to sell to the highest bidd bli

g bidder at public auction, at the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Ofﬁce Complex, 1233 Ex‐ Westbank pressway, Har‐ vey, Louisiana, 70058, on Sep‐ tember 23, 2026 at 10 o'clock a.m. the follow‐ described ing property to wit: ONE CERTAIN CONDOMINIUM UNIT, in CY‐ OAKS PRESS CONDOMINIUM,

a condominium created by that certain Condo‐ minium Declara‐ Creating tion and Establishing Condominium Regime known as Cypress Oaks Condominium by an act dated June 3, 1985, ﬁled in the ofﬁce of the Clerk of Court for the Parish of Jefferson and registered in COB 1265

193, FOLIO amended by act dated August 8, 1985, ﬁled in the ofﬁce of Clerk of the Court for the Parish of Jeffer‐ son at COB 1304 folio 77. Said Unit is des‐ ignated as UNIT together 3B, with an undi‐ 8.3928% vided interest in the common el‐ and ements Condo‐ said minium is situ‐ ated in Lot 24-A

of SQUARE A in CYPRESS BEND SUBDIVISION situated in the of State Louisiana, Parish of Jefferson, as shown on sur‐ vey made by corpora‐ BFM tion, dated May 30, 1985, a copy of which is ﬁled with the Condominium Declaration re‐ ferred to above. The improve‐ ments thereon

bear the MUNIC‐ IPAL No. 2866 STEAMSHIP CIR‐ CLE, UNIT 3B, RIVER RIDGE, LOUISIANA. This sale is sub‐ ject to all supe‐ rior security in‐ mort‐ terests, gages, liens and privileges. TERMS - The full purchase price is due at the time of the sale. NOTE: All funds

must be Cashier's Check, Certiﬁed Check, Money Order, or Personal Check with irrevocable Bank Letter of Credit. AUSTIN J. HIGHT Attorney for Plaintiff JOSEPH P. LOPINTO, III Sheriff Parish of Jefferson The New Orleans

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N.O. offers musicians discounted parking Program launching for performers on Frenchmen Street

BY POET WOLFE

The musicians’ discounted parking program is an addition to the broader Downtown Discount proStarting in September, perform- gram, created by the Mayor’s Ofers who have gigs at Frenchmen fice of Nighttime Economy last Street venues will be eligible for year during former Mayor LaToya discounted parking, the latest Cantrell’s administration. It will effort to support New Orleans’ offer musicians reduced rates nightlife on a once-local thorough- similar to the ones currently availfare increasingly transformed by able to hospitality workers across the downtown area. tourism. Staff writer

The musicians’ discount will be available at paid parking lots along Decatur Street and Elysian Fields Avenue. At 2315 and 2350 Decatur St., the discounts average 60% off the regular rate, or $50 off a monthly subscription, according to Robert Henig Bell, a community projects manager at the Mayor’s Ofﬁce of Nighttime Economy. At 621 Elysian Fields Ave., the daily

discount averages 73% off, or $30 off a monthly subscription. The nighttime ofﬁce and its partnering parking providers plan to enroll performers in the program using discount codes. Bell said the program will be monitored and adjusted as needed, but for now, “the goal is to supply enough discount codes” for performers interested in using them. The discount is limited to just the three lots at this time, but Bell said the nighttime agency hopes

to eventually expand to the rest of downtown. The Downtown Discount for hospitality workers extends across the Central Business District, French Quarter, Marigny and Tremé and includes 27 lots and garages. “Our office will look to continue adding more ways for local hospitality and culture-bearers to keep more of their earnings so they can stress less about

ä See PARKING, page 2B

Challenge filed in judge’s race Opponent questions filing of tax returns

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Entergy employees work on a power line during a news conference on Veterans Boulevard in Metairie on Thursday.

Entergy begins $270M Jefferson grid-hardening

Work targets 500 poles on Veterans

Phillip May, the president and CEO of Entergy Louisiana, stands in front of Entergy employees as they work on a power line during a news conference.

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Entergy Louisiana executives and Jefferson Parish Council members gathered Thursday to tout an ongoing grid-hardening project to replace or reinforce more than 500 utility poles along Veterans Boulevard between the Orleans Parish line and Clearview Parkway. The project comprises the start of $270 million in planned infrastructure spending to fortify hundreds of miles of power lines in Jefferson Parish and ensure about 8,400 distribution and transmission poles are able to withstand Category 4 hurricane-strength winds of 140 miles per hour. Entergy Louisiana CEO Phillip May said the utility prioritizes areas with critical infrastructure, like ﬁre and police stations, hospitals and pumping stations, as well as “social infrastructure,” such as grocery stores and other essential businesses along the Veterans Boule-

vard commercial corridor. “Because if your house is not back on, but you have access to food and water and ice, if you have the ability to get gasoline, you can probably hunker down for a few days,” May said. “Because instead of weeks of recovery, we’re talking about days of recovery.” Part of Entergy Louisiana’s $1.9 billion “accelerated resilience program,” company ofﬁcials expect the projects in Jefferson Parish to save $175 million in future storm-restoration costs. Rate-

payers are covering the cost through a monthly surcharge on their bills, which currently stands at nearly $3.70 for a typical customer and is expected to peak at $7 in 2029. May said a single downed pole can take multiple crews a half-day or longer to repair. With the new class of poles, the lines may get knocked off but the poles are far more likely to remain upright. “It’s just really about how quickly can

ä See ENTERGY, page 2B

A New Orleans attorney running to become the city’s elected magistrate judge has filed a challenge to the candidacy of incumbent Juana Marine Lombard, claiming she falsely certified that she’s filed state tax returns for the past five years. The challenge from Chanel Robinson Debose and voter Jackson Voss comes in what is now a two-person race for the elected judicial post overseeing the signing of warrants and setting of bonds for felony arrestees in the city. Debose appears to be making her first run for public office. She qualified Lombard Friday near the end of the three-day period to challenge Lombard, who is the criminal court’s chief judge. The qualifying form asks candidates to certify that they filed state and federal income tax returns for the past five years or filed for extensions. The provision has tripped up several political hopefuls in past years.

ä See CHALLENGE, page 2B

Council advances Moreno’s picks for S&WB

Overhaul part of move by city to take more control of utility BY BEN MYERS Staff writer

Illing touts experience in run for St. Tammany sheriff as qualifying took Cites disappointment ment place for the Nov. 3 election featuring the race to with prior leaders replace former Sheriff

BY JIM DERRY Staff writer

Scott Illing formally announced the start of his campaign for St. Tammany Parish sheriff last week, arguing that his public safety career at the local, state and federal levels should make him a top candidate for the job in a four-person ﬁeld of experienced law enforcement leaders. Illing, 65, made the announce-

to felony battery in June and became the second consecutive former parish sheriff to face crimiRandy Smith and a host of nal charges — Jack Strain other ofﬁces. was sentenced in 2022 to Also running are retired life in prison for multiple former head of the Louisex crimes — Illing said he could no longer continsiana State Police Robert Illing Hodges, retired St. Tamue to stand on the sideline. “I was just disappointed, and I many Parish Sheriff’s Ofﬁce Lt. David Maki and ex-Slidell interim was thinking the people deserve better,” he said. “We did some Police Chief Daniel Seuzeneau. In an interview, Illing said he soul searching, and we talked to a was happy spending his retire- lot of close friends, who are all St. ment years with his wife, Susan, Tammany people. And they said, but when Smith pleaded guilty ‘Scott, you’re the only one with the

background who can get in there and straighten some of this out.’ ” Illing has worked in public service for more than 40 years. He was a state trooper in the mid1980s before a nearly three-decade stint in U.S. Customs, beginning in 1988. He worked in the narcotics unit and financial crimes, managed a division of immigration in the days after 9/11 and served as a deputy commander in New Orleans in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina.

New Orleans officials on Thursday moved a step closer to seizing control of the Sewerage & Water Board, as a City Council committee signed off on five new members of the utility’s governing board. The City Council’s Governmental Affairs Committee agreed to advance five board nominees for approval by the full City Council, which is expected. They are: n Corrine Villavaso, urban planner and owner of consulting firm The Villavaso Group n Leslie Bouie, chair of the Orleans Parish Democratic Executive Committee, various civic boards and commissions n David Gallo, retired chief

ä See ILLING, page 2B

ä See PICKS, page 2B

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Ex-officers granted qualified immunity But ‘BRAVE Cave’ beating claims will go to jury

BY QUINN COFFMAN Staff writer

Three former Baton Rouge police officers were granted qualified immunity Wednesday in federal court for the majority of claims in a lawsuit against them, including strip-searching a 21-year-old at the notorious “BRAVE Cave” warehouse. But Chief U.S. District Judge Shelly Dick declined to grant one of the former officers immunity on a claim that he kicked the man in his ribs, ruling instead that a jury will decide the issue of potential excessive force. The former officer accused of kicking Jeremy Lee is Troy Lawrence Jr., who was at the center of many of the BRAVE Cave controversies that rocked the Baton Rouge Police Department in 2023, and whose father was a deputy chief in the department. Lawrence and former officers Matthew Wallace and Joseph Carboni were involved in the Jan. 9, 2023, search of a suspected drug house on Cadillac Street. There, they detained Lee as he exited the home, and later arrested him on grounds that the smell of marijuana was emanating from the house. When they searched the resi-

dence, the officers found heroin, cocaine, meth, hydrocodone, marijuana and drug paraphernalia, as well as six semiautomatic weapons. Lee was later taken to a BRPD warehouse facility known as the BRAVE Cave. Lee filed a civil suit against the officers and the city-parish in August 2023, which stated that when he was released from police custody he was “left so badly beaten that the local jail refused to admit him until he was treated by a nearby hospital.” In the suit, Lee claims the officers violated his constitutional rights through excessive force, unreasonable search and seizure, and First Amendment retaliation against him for his speech. Lee argues he was arrested only for being “in the wrong place at the wrong time,” and that factors like the smell of marijuana, the fact he was in a house that contained drugs, and that people around him had been in possession of firearms did not constitute enough probable cause for his original arrest. In the officers’ defense, attorneys for the city-parish argued the men were acting in their official capacities when detaining and searching Lee and so deserved qualified immunity. Dick largely agreed with those arguments. First, she ruled that detaining Lee at the Cadillac Street residence was proper, as other armed men could be seen through an

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open door and attempting to exit through the back of the house. Dick further ruled that the officers had probable cause to arrest him at the residence, as “Lee was not merely present in a public place near criminal activity, he emerged from a residence that officers had probable cause to believe was an active location for narcotics trafficking.” In his suit, Lee claims he was strip-searched twice, once at the Cadillac Street house when he was being detained and then in the BRAVE Cave when he was officially arrested. For the claims of unreasonable searches, Dick ruled that the Cadillac Street search did not constitute a strip search since officers only lowered his pants to check for a firearm and that the definition of a strip search is not clearly enough defined for officers to know “that partially exposing Lee’s underwear was a constitutional violation.” At the BRAVE Cave, Lee was ordered to strip nude, bend over and cough. Dick again ruled that this was lawful, as the search was performed privately by officers of the same sex without physical contact with Lee’s body. While Dick granted immunity or favorable pretrial judgments to the officers over detainment and search issues, Lee’s case did previously force the Police Department

to amend its search policy to ex- not changed.” Lee’s attorneys presented mediclude strip searches of detainees based on suspicion alone. cal records from the day of the beating as evidence, showing he Kicked in the ribs suffered a broken rib. But attorneys representing the Lee claimed while in custody at the BRAVE Cave he was beaten officers also submitted video eviafter he was strip-searched. Lee dence from the BRAVE Cave showtestified he was left alone with ing Lee laughing and speaking with Lawrence to be searched, and that other inmates and an officer at a when it was over the officer struck time after he claimed to have been him suddenly. kicked. In the video, Lee also supLee said he fell backward, and posedly moves, stands and leans in claims Lawrence then kicked a way inconsistent with a freshly him in the ribs more than once broken rib, the attorneys said. with steel-toed boots. Lee said he Dick called this a “close call,” but ran to the back of the warehouse, ultimately decided that the issue of but was stopped by Wallace after believing Lee’s story of being beatthe second officer came into the en or not was up to a jury, not for warehouse and executed a “leg the court to decide ahead of time. sweep” on Lee, knocking him to Dick allowed another of Lee’s the ground. claims against Lawrence to go to Dick dismissed the leg sweep as jury, regarding violations of proexcessive force, as it didn’t cause tected speech. Lee claims the beatany noticeable injury, but she de- ing was motivated by criticisms nied Lawrence immunity or pre- and mocking of Lawrence that he trial dismissal for the claims of carried out during his arrest. “If a jury believes that Lawrence kicking Lee. In defense of Lawrence, the assaulted Lee, it may also believe city-parish argues that Lee’s story that Lawrence was motivated by changed throughout the legal pro- Lee’s protected speech,” Dick wrote. cess and can’t be trusted. Lawrence was recently arrested “While the Court acknowledges that Lee has demonstrated some on counts of battery of a dating inconsistencies between his allega- partner, simple battery, aggrations and his deposition testimony, vated assault and simple criminal not all the inconsistencies are nec- damage to property for allegedly essarily material to the genuinely assaulting his longtime girlfriend. Reporter Blake Leschber condisputed fact here as to whether Lawrence used excessive force tributed to this story. against him in the Brave Cave warehouse,” Dick wrote. “Impor- Email Quinn Coffman at quinn. tantly, that part of Lee’s story has coffman@theadvocate.com.

Elon Musk’s private jet lands at Lafayette airport Plans emerge for SpaceX in Louisiana

cial media site Bluesky that tracks Musk’s jet, the plane landed at LFT around 1:40 p.m. It’s believed the jet flew out of Austin, Texas, an hour earlier. BY ADAM DAIGLE It’s not known if Musk was on the Acadiana business editor flight. Musk lives in Austin. The visit comes as Gov. Jeff A jet belonging to SpaceX founder Elon Musk arrived at Lafayette Re- Landry’s administration is believed gional Airport about 2 p.m. Thurs- to be finalizing a deal with SpaceX to build a spaceport in coastal Verday. According to an account on the so- milion Parish.

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Continued from page 1B executive of mechanical construction ﬁrm Gallo Mechanical n Julius Kimbrough, investment officers for Mary Reynolds Babcock Foundation, a Board of Liquidation member n Katie Walmsley, chief financial ofﬁcer for KIPP New Orleans Schools. The board overhaul stems from the council’s measures on Aug. 1 giving itself sweeping authority over the utility, including approval of utility budgets, executive contracts and funding sources. The governing board will continue to oversee day-to-day operations, but, under changes passed by the council, all members will now serve at Mayor Helena Moreno’s pleasure — even the three members she doesn’t appoint can be terminated at any time. “I’m looking forward to participating in the new beginning of the Sewerage & Water Board,” said Kimbrough before the committee’s vote. Kimbrough was appointed by the city’s Board of Liquidation. Moreno chose the other four new members. Under the city charter, the mayor appoints seven of the board’s 11 members and may hold one of the remaining seats herself. Two other members are chosen by the Board of Liquidation, which oversees bond issuances. Four board members are being reappointed. They are Chadrick Kennedy, Kimberly Thomas, Jonathan Stewart and Ariane Greenidge. The chair of the council’s Public Works Committee — District E council member Jason Hughes —

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Continued from page 1B He also was appointed as a U.S. marshal during President Donald Trump’s ﬁrst term before retiring in 2021. He has three grown children — two sons and a daughter — and although all three were born in Covington, they’re now “scattered all over” with two in Fairhope, Alabama, and another in Los Angeles. This will be the second run at sheriff for Illing, who ﬁnished third

also appoints a member, which is the only slot that hasn’t been filled. Hughes said he is still working to find a qualified member. Council President JP Morrell said the new board will be expected “to create an accountable Sewerage & Water Board that understands that it needs to service the people that pay the rates to keep it operational.”

Last meeting canceled Until now, the S&WB governing board was composed of nominees put forth by university presidents and civic organizations. The mayor appointed a majority from that pool, but members served fouryear terms, and the mayor could not remove them. That setup dates to a 2014 law that Morrell passed as a state senator, but he has since called it a failure and pushed for new state law this year empowering the council to make the recent changes. Moreno has also said the old law didn’t grant her proper oversight of the board. Eventually, the council and Moreno administration want to fold the S&WB even more closely into City Hall operations, if not convert it to a city department. The reconstituted board is expected to consider if the S&WB needs both an executive director and a general superintendent, who separately report to the board. The board canceled its most recent meeting, which had been scheduled for Wednesday as the Moreno administration served termination notices this week. The reason for the cancellation isn’t clear; the board typically skips one meeting during summer months. An S&WB spokesperson did not respond to a request concerning the cancellation.

in 2015 behind Strain and Smith. He said his mistake that time was declaring his candidacy too late. This time, he announced a run July 13 and formally began his campaign on Aug. 5. If elected, he says he would ﬁrst evaluate the inner workings of the department and “talk to as many deputies and non-deputies as possible” and then go from there. “The key is to surround yourself with the best people possible,” Illing said. “I’ll get in there and ﬁx whatever’s broken and deal with what’s not broken.”

SpaceX has declined to specify its plans for Louisiana, which according to sources familiar with the deal, include the state’s settlement of a coastal lawsuit against ExxonMobil that involves about 130,000 acres of land in Vermilion Parish, which could then be transferred to the commercial aerospace company. The Landry administration has also declined to comment. Sources with knowledge of the

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Continued from page 1B we get the economy back up and running,” he said. “Look, you really probably can’t engineer a grid that won’t go down, but you can engineer a grid that can come back up more quickly, and that’s what this is about.” In the coming months, Entergy Louisiana plans to file a request with the Public Service Commission for funding to continue its grid-hardening program. Though company officials have not disclosed how much they will seek for “Phase 1a,” the scaled-down request is expected to finance the accelerated resilience spending after 2028. Entergy New Orleans, a separate subsidiary that answers to the New Orleans City Council, is running its own resilience program. It has asked for $400 million in additional spending for another five years starting in January, but council members have demanded improved reliability before giving the green light to the next phase. Jefferson Parish Council atlarge member Jennifer Van

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Continued from page 1B transportation-related concerns,” Bell said. The program comes as Frenchmen Street has evolved over the last several decades. Once home to a mix of clubs and local establishments, it is now a stretch of nightlife marked by large crowds and trafﬁc most weekend nights — a shift that has created new obstacles for the performers who help drive the street’s tourism and economy. Shout Young, who has frequently performed at venues on Frenchmen since 2018, said that before the pandemic, “things were a bit more lax when it came to parking.” Musicians often parked on the side of the road or next to a venue. But about two years after the pandemic, that started to change, with tighter enforcement and more performers returning to ﬁnd tickets on their windshields. While Young sees the program

deal say that the state is attempting to ﬁgure out how to streamline the permitting process for SpaceX to allow the company to move quickly when the deal with Louisiana is ﬁnalized, which could come as soon as this month. An announcement is expected within the next two weeks. Email Adam Daigle at adaigle@ theadvocate.com.

Vrancken was among the local ofﬁcials who joined Entergy employees for a ceremonial ribboncutting on the neutral ground near Lakeside Shopping Center. “Causeway at Veterans is one of the busiest intersections in the entire state. This is the place business really happens, and so for Entergy to begin the resilience here is the perfect location,” she said. Crews will be working along Veterans from both ends, which may involve some trafﬁc disruptions and planned outages, according to Entergy. The plan is expected to be complete by October, weather permitting. Van Vrancken said parish staff contact Entergy on a regular basis about areas with less reliable service, such as a nearby residential neighborhood in Metairie and Driftwood neighborhood in Kenner. “That’s really an ongoing conversation that we have with Entergy, because we share the same customers,” Van Vrancken said. “So as our constituents call and express concerns, it’s the same people that Entergy serves, so we try to always make those conversations happen.”

as an option, he said that because many musicians aren’t making enough money during gigs, it’s reasonable to turn to off-street parking — which is free after 7 p.m. — rather than the discounted spaces. “The main point that I’m sure everyone can ﬁnd sane,” Young said, “is that when you’re trying to make money, you don’t want to spend money on the day you’re making money.” Joe Hamilton, a sound engineer and musician who has performed on Frenchmen for 15 years and is now at Cafe Negril every Wednesday, often parks next to venues to carry heavy sound equipment from his car to the stage. As the crowds have grown postpandemic, he’s noticed more musicians like himself having to park several blocks away and make multiple trips to their cars to set up for a show. “(The program) really doesn’t seem to solve the problem to me,” Hamilton said, adding that performers would still have to walk at least a block from the parking spaces to Frenchmen venues.

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Continued from page 1B According to a Tuesday letter from the state Department of Revenue, that agency has no record of Lombard filing for the 2023 tax year. Neither Lombard nor Debose could be immediately reached for comment. The suit seeking to disqualify Lombard was assigned to Civil District Judge Sidney Cates IV. Debose is asking the judge to hold a hearing on the matter in the next four days and her attorney, John Adcock, issued notice that he intends to depose Lombard about her tax filings at his Uptown law office Sunday. The Louisiana Supreme Court has held to the view that the state needs to receive tax filings for a candidate’s certification to pass legal muster. The court allowed New Orleans attorney John Fuller to run for criminal court judge this year, overruling lower courts amid questions over whether the tax year in question, 2020, should count against him or was outside the five-year range. Fuller had said he watched his assistant walk the contested tax return to the mail. The court found the law was “ambiguous as applied to the unique facts and circumstances of this matter.” Lombard was elected in 2020. Before then, she served as state commissioner of Alcohol, Tobacco and Control under former Gov. John Bel Edwards. She previously served as an appointed magistrate commissioner in Orleans Parish. A similar challenge was filed Wednesday to the candidacy of Mark Lawes for constable of 1st City Court, alleging a similar disqualifier over the 2021 tax year. Staff writer John Simerman contributed to this report.

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WASHINGTON — U.S. applications for unemployment benefits rose last week, but layoffs remain at historically healthy levels. The Labor Department reported Thursday that 209,000 people filed jobless claims last week, up from a revised 200,000 the week before and higher than the 205,000 forecasters had expected. The fourweek average of applications, which smooths out week-toweek volatility, was unchanged at 199,000. The overall number of people collecting employment benefits the week that ended Aug. 1 dropped by 22,000 to 1.78 million. Claims for jobless benefits are a proxy for layoffs, and they’ve been at a historically low range of around 200,000 to 230,000 a week for the past year, suggesting that Americans who have jobs enjoy unusual job security. The story is less encouraging for those trying to break into the job market and for those who lost their jobs and are looking for new work. Companies, scarred by worker shortages that followed the end of COVID-19 lockups four to five years ago, are reluctant to let go of staff; but they aren’t eager to take on new workers. Economists regularly refer to a ”no hire, no fire” job market.

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AI sends computer prices soaring

BY PEDRO MALKOMES Tampa Bay Times (TNS)

It’s hard to remember a worse time than now to purchase a computer. Computer hardware prices have spiked globally over the past year, and experts say they won’t get cheaper anytime soon. From companies purchasing desktop workstations and students buying backto-school laptops or a new phone, consumers after a new machine may have to opt for the used market or pay a premium. The reason why is the artiﬁcial intelligence industry.

Data centers, which are necessary to run AI platforms like ChatGPT or Google Gemini, require large amounts of a component called dynamic random access memory, or RAM. That type of memory is also used in computers, phones, tablets, gaming consoles and other devices. As AI companies drive a surge in demand for memory, everyday electronics are seeing price increases. That’s because corporations are buying memory faster than manufacturers can make, leading to what industry leaders are calling a “memory crisis.” “You used to be able to build an entry-level (computer) for a grand to

like $1,300 — that minimum for new parts now is over $2,000,” said Jack Comiskey, manager of Performance Computer Group in Tampa, Florida, which builds custom systems for gaming and professional work. Comiskey, 25, said memory kits that sold for $80 to $100 last year have tripled in price and are still creeping up. Beyond memory, storage drives and graphics cards are also more expensive due to AI-driven demand, pushing more electronics prices up. Companies like Apple, Dell, HP, Lenovo and Framework have all raised prices this year. While some lower-end machines

haven’t been hit as hard just yet, analysts at industry firm TrendForce say an average $900 laptop could become up to nearly 40% more expensive as component costs rise. Apple CEO Tim Cook told the Wall Street Journal in June that, despite trying to “shield customers” from price increases, the company will have to mark up products due to memory costs. Apple’s laptop and iPad lineups took the ﬁrst hit, with the recently released MacBook Neo facing a $100 markup from its $700 starting price, despite a successful March launch.

Magnetic ‘Goody King’ toys recalled CHICAGO — About 213,500 “Goody King” magnetic building toys were recalled in the U.S. on Thursday, due to an ingestion hazard posed that has resulted in at least two children receiving surgeries. According to a notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, these toys’ building cubes can break or open, allowing the magnets inside to become loose. That poses a serious ingestion hazard for children. When high-powered magnets are swallowed, they can attract each other or other metal and become lodged in the digestive system, the CPSC warns — which can potentially lead to “perforations, twisting, and/ or blockage of the intestines, blood poisoning and death.” Consumers in possession of the now-recalled magnetic toys are urged to stop using them immediately and contact Yi Suen Commerce for a full refund. Affected model numbers and more information can be found both on the CPSC’s notice and Goody King’s recall website. The recalled toys were sold online through Amazon between January 2024 and July 2026 — under a variety of themes to build 3D designs like forests, dinosaurs and unicorns.

250,000 Cooluli minifridges recalled CHICAGO — Cooluli has recalled roughly 250,000 of its minifridges due to fire and burn hazards. According to a Thursday notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, the now-recalled “10-Liter” and “15-Liter” minifridges have an electric switch that can short circuit. Such incidents have led to property damages totaling more than $80,000, the CPSC noted, and one customer reported smoke inhalation. The recall covers minifridges that were sold on both Cooluli’s website and Amazon between January 2019 and October 2024 — for between $80 and $120. Only certain models of 10-Liter and 15-Liter minifridges with an internal power supply are affected. To remedy the issue, the company will send impacted customers a free repair kit. Consumers will have to visit Cooluli’s website to check their model number — and, if their minifridge is covered by the recall, then follow instructions on how to cut the power cord and submit photos to request the free replacement.

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Deanna Pearson, 4, browses the children’s shoe section Wednesday at a Goodwill store in Roseville, Minn.

Families feel pinch of higher shoe prices as kids head back to school BY ANNE D’INNOCENZIO

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NEW YORK — When Jonah Seidenberg found out about Nike Minds, a futuristic-looking sneaker that claims to improve concentration by stimulating the soles of the feet, he had to have them. On a recent Saturday, the 12-year-old from the Chicago suburb of Northbrook and his mother searched StockX, an online sneaker marketplace, and other sites looking for a discount but struck out. They eventually found the last available pair in his size on Dick’s Sporting Goods’ website, but for the full price of $145. They grabbed it anyway. “It was 10:30 at night and we ﬁnally threw in the towel,” said Lisa Seidenberg, a publicist. “I felt it looked like a Tesla in a shoe, but something sparked for him.” The price was more than she and her husband had budgeted, so Jonah chipped in $40 of his own money. As summer fades and kids head back to school, the pressure to stand out or ﬁt in with the right footwear is colliding with higher prices. That’s straining family budgets that are already being squeezed by rising costs for food, gas and other essentials, so parents and kids are spending more time looking for deals or buying fewer pairs, according to analysts and retailers. And many parents

are simply saying no, whether it’s for $150 Kids ages 7 to 10 outgrow footwear every soccer cleats, Adidas Sambas re-imagined as six to nine months, and teens typically outMary Janes, or the $300 Kobe Bryant kicks grow them every year, she said. Jonah initially hoped to get. But footwear prices don’t look like they’ll level off anytime soon because of President Keeping up with growing feet Donald Trump’s tariff policies and the Iran Children often outgrow shoes faster than war, which is driving up petroleum-derived other clothing, and footwear typically costs products like shoes, according to the footmore. Shoe prices rose by 3.2% in the first wear trade group. half of the year, putting full-year prices on pace to increase at the fastest pace in 34 Sneakers are status symbols for kids years aside from the pandemic years of 2021 As with adults, shoes carry social status and 2022, according to the Footwear Distrib- with kids. And many kids feel pressure to wear the utors and Retailers Association. Some parents like Elizabeth Powers, a right sneaker brands, more so than with 37-year-old San Francisco real estate agent, other types of clothing, said Casey Lewis, a said it’s “frustrating” to see shoe prices con- trend analyst in New York. “I think shoes are just so immediately identinue to climb while, she believes, quality has declined. tifiable as like, ‘I’m in the crowd,’” she said. “Their feet grow so fast as it is,” said PowJonah Seidenberg, the suburban Chicago ers, who has two children, ages 7 and 11. “It’s kid, said he and his mom turn to thrift stores incredibly frustrating to have to replace for certain clothing brands like Hollister and shoes before they’ve grown out of them due Polo Ralph Lauren to save money so they can invest more in his shoes. to poor quality.” “You can wear any kind of clothing and it Buying kids shoes can be trickier than the rest of their outfits, which can be easily al- would be fine, as long as it’s the right size,” tered. Shoes require an exact fit for grow- said Jonah. “It doesn’t matter what brand it ing feet, according to Priya Parthasarathy, is. But shoes could be … high-tops, low-tops. partner of the U.S. Foot & Ankle Specialists Whatever the person likes better is what will in Silver Spring, Maryland, and national make them feel confident.” The wrong shoes, or ones that are tattered spokesperson for the trade group American or out of style, can invite bullying, he said. Podiatric Medical Association.

Faulty backup cameras plague tens of millions of U.S. cars

BY AMY STILLMAN and MAX RIVERA eight years ago. Automakers have technology becomes, the more park or ensure a kid’s bike wasn’t Bloomberg News (TNS)

A Tesla Model 3 hit a cement pole after the rearview camera failed. The driver of a Ford pickup scraped a light post in reverse. A Toyota minivan’s backup display showed old images instead of live ones. These are among the roughly 2,000 complaints consumers have lodged with U.S. auto safety regulators describing problems with glitchy rearview camera systems, a ﬁgure that’s surged recently. Recalls over faulty backup cameras have similarly soared since the U.S. mandated the safety systems

recalled approximately 21 million vehicles in that span, including almost 6 million just last year, according to a Bloomberg analysis of National Highway Trafﬁc Safety Administration data. That number balloons to nearly 28 million when including other vehicle types that are subject to the backup camera mandate, such as recreational vehicles and small buses, according to NHTSA. The stark figures make clear: Backup camera systems are one of the most error-prone features of modern automobiles. “The more complicated this

failure points that potentially can occur,” said Chris Harvey, senior vice president for Sedgwick, a third-party claims administrator that works with companies on product recalls. Once an optional feature on high-end cars, cameras are now standard on new vehicles at every price. The mandate stemmed from a 2008 law signed by President George W. Bush directing regulators to help prevent pedestrian deaths and injuries caused by backup collisions — particularly, those involving children. The cameras can also help drivers parallel

left carelessly in the driveway. Yet for many car owners, faulty cameras have proven a major nuisance. The systems ranked in the top 10 most-troublesome vehicle features in every year since 2022, according to researcher JD Power. The buggy systems are emblematic of persistent struggles carmakers have experienced while adding tech-forward features ranging from touchscreens to parking sensors. Problems often stem from how displays, processors and wiring interact with one another, Harvey said.

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Banks, Brenda Blanche, Ernest Croom Sr., Charles DeMolle Sr., Donald Dumas, Albert Humphrey, Willie Jackson, Elouise Roussell, Norman Shepherd, Susan Smith, Lucille Toussaint, Tracy Vigee, Wallace Washington, Anna Wilson III, William Young, Mary

Obituaries Banks, Brenda

Brenda Marie Fields Banks, age 79, peacefully departed this earthly life on Saturday, August 8, 2026, in New Orleans, Louisiana, leaving a beautiful legacy of love, faith, family, and service. Born October 10, 1946, Brenda accepted Christ at an early age at Second Mount Calvary Baptist Church and later joined Grace Community Baptist Church of Baton Rouge, where she remained until her homegoing. She leaves to cherish her memory her daughter, Teidra Banks Fontenette; four grandchildren, Dwayne Jr., Devin, Daniel, and Taya Fontenette (Adrian); honorary greatgranddaughter Andie Pounds; god-child, Percy C. Fields III; her mother, Corinne M. Fields Taylor; three sisters, Percie Ann Fields Rodney, Charmaine Fields Kaufman, and Natasha Fields Muse; brother, Percy Fields, Jr; mother-in-law Gloria Bryant-Banks; two brothers-in-law, Jay H. Banks (Artelia) and Gralen B. Banks (Jacque); and sisterin-law Gaynell Banks Searcy; along with many nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, church family, and friends. She was preceded in death by her father, Percy C. Fields Sr., and her sister, Sonja F. Butler. Brenda's Celebration of Life will take place Saturday, August 15, 2026 at Greater King Solomon Missionary (3305 Audubon St, New Orleans, LA 70125). Visitation begins at 10:00am, service at 11:00am, with a repast to follow.

Ernest Blanche, Jr. entered into eternal rest on Sunday, August 9, 2026, at the age of 60. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident Harvey, LA. Ernest was a graduate of West Jefferson High School. He proudly served his country in the United States Army. Ernest was a retired employee of USPS. Beloved husband of Pamela Blanche. Devoted father of Brionnne Blanche (Christopher, Sr.) Buffin and Ernest (Kia) Blanche III. Cherished grandfather of Jace, Prince, and Audri Blanche, Christopher, Jr. and Blaire Buffin. Loving son of Ernest Blanche, Sr. and Shirley Blanche. Brother of Jada Gullage, Terrance Blanche and Christopher Blanche; also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers, and members of New Jerusalem Baptist Church and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the Celebration of Life at New Jerusalem Baptist Church, 414 Westwego Avenue, Bridge City, LA on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at 10:00a.m. Rev. Dr. Lilton McQuarter, Sr., officiating. Viewing will be held from 8:00a.m.-10:00a.m. ONLY at the church. Interment: Restlawn Park Cemetery, Avondale, LA Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service, 230 Monroe St. Gretna, LA To view and sign the guestbook, please go to www.da vismortuaryservice.com.

Croom Sr., Charles

Charles Croom, Sr., age 96, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, July 30, 2026. Mr. Croom was born on February 19, 1930, in Pointe Coupee Parish, Louisiana, to the late Willie and Maggie Croom. He was the second of two sons. At the age of 16, he left Pointe Coupee Parish and moved to Marrero, Louisiana, where he stayed with his uncle, Willie Dennis. At the age of 16, Charles began working as a cook in the city of New Orleans, Louisiana. At age 17, he went to work for Flintkote Tile Company, where he worked for more than 40 years as a Pressman. After leaving Flintkote Tile Company, he worked for Heavy Duty Trucking Company, where he continued until his retirement. His funeral service will be held on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Richardson Funeral Home, 11112 Jefferson Hwy., River Ridge, LA

70123. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. Following the service, burial will take place at Providence Memorial Park, 8200 Airline Dr., Metairie, LA 70003. Richardson Funeral Home of Jefferson, River Ridge, Louisiana, is in charge of arrangements. www.richardsonfuneral homeofjefferson.com

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DeMolle Sr., Donald

With heavy hearts, we share the passing of our beloved Donald Anthony DeMolle, Sr., who peacefully left us on August 9, 2026, at the age of 69. Born on October 5, 1956, in Buras, Louisiana, Donald lived a vibrant life centered around adventure, family, and boundless love. Donald was a devoted and deeply loving husband to his wife, Annette, sharing 44 wonderful years of marriage. Their beautiful bond was a true testament to love, partnership, and unwavering support. Together, they built a beautiful life, raised a beautiful family, and created countless memories that will be cherished forever. As a passionate boat captain of his beloved vessel, the Anita D., Donald navigated the waters with immense skill and joy. While his heart truly belonged to the gulf, nothing compared to the fierce love he held for his family. He cherished his grandchildren above all else, always finding pure joy in their smiles and laughter. They were his pride and joy, illuminating his life in ways words simply cannot express. Beyond his love for the sea, Donald was an avid collector who delighted in the hunt for hidden treasures, always eager to share the unique stories and joy behind them. His unforgettable, one of a kind spirit touched everyone he met, leaving a lasting impression of warmth and kindness on all who knew him. Left to treasure his beautiful memory are his beloved wife, Annette DeMolle; his children, Lena DeMolle, Donald DeMolle, Jr., Anita (Wesley) Williams and Ashley Silk; and his cherished grandchildren, Brayden (Addison) DeMolle, Dillon DiBartolo, Parker Williams, Oaklee Williams, Shaelynn Trahan, and Koby Pellegrin. He is also survived by his loving siblings, Joslyn Chenevert and Layton (Joyce) DeMolle, along with a host of extended family members and dear friends who loved him deeply. Donald is now peacefully reunited with his parents, Patrick and Anita DeMolle; his daughter, Angel DeMolle; his brothers, Timmy DeMolle and Eric DeMolle; and his brother in law, Clay Chenevert.

Humphrey, Willie

In honoring Donald's wishes, cremation has taken place under the direction of Miguez Funeral Home. A gentle inurnment service will be held at a later date at West Lawn Cemetery in Gretna, LA.

Albert "Al" Junius Dumas Jr., 49, suddenly departed this life and entered into everlasting peace on July 24, 2026. Al was preceded in death by his parents, Kim Farria Dumas and Albert Dumas Sr.; his grandparents, Betty Jiles Dumas, Marlene Surtain, Samuel Surtain, Theresa Farria, and Felix Farria; and his uncle, Royal Dumas. Al leaves to carry on his legacy his beloved children: Alexis Pineda, Ariel Pineda, Jade Moore, Darien Trotter, and Albert Dumas III. He is also survived by his loving siblings, Angelita (Corey) Paul, and Freddie (Charlene) Collins, God sister, Vandel Johnson, stepfather, Freddie Collins Sr., former partner and close family friend , Darreal Trotter, 3 nieces 3 nephews, 2 uncles and 18 aunts, extended family members, and dear friends who will forever cherish his memory. Family and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life service on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Faith and Glory Missionary Baptist Church, 7018 Hayne Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70126. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m.

Willie Edward Humphrey, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 03, 2026. He was born June 25, 1952, to the late Juanita Robertson and Jack Humphrey. Willie attended the New Orleans public schools but later obtained his GED. Willie accepted Christ at an early age. Willie was a dedicated employee for the New Orleans Park and Parkways as a groundskeeper. He is the brother of Charlestine H. Robertson (Eugene), Jack M. Humphrey, Gerald Humphrey (Vanessa), and the late Randy Humphrey. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend Funeral Services at D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 3933 Washington Ave. New Orleans, Louisiana 70125 on Saturday, August 15, 2026 at 11:30am. Visitation will begin at 10:30am. Interment: Providence Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home, New Orleans, Louisiana. Please visit www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the online guestbook.

Jackson, Elouise W.

It is with profound sadness and heartfelt gratitude for a well-lived that we announce the peaceful

passing of Elouise Williams Jackson (Ella) on August 04, 2026; born on January 07, 1943 in the city of Orleans Louisiana. Elouise was the cherished daughter of the late Sophie Dison Williams and the late Isaiah Williams. She was preceded by her beloved siblings: Isaiah Williams III and Christina Joseph. She is survived by her brothers: Frank L. Williams, Burnell Williams Sr. and Eldridge Williams. She was married to the late husband of Harold Jackson on March 11, 1960 and was blessed with three beautiful children: Carol, Revia and the late Darold Jackson. She leaves behind a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews and other relatives and loyal friends. A celebration of Elouise's life will take place Saturday August 15,2026. 9:00 A.M. visitation and 10:00 A.M. service at Crowder Blvd. Church of Christ 7301 Crowder Blvd.New Orleans, LA 70127 Repast to follow at the G. Hunter Fellowship Hall. 2425 Beachhead Lane Violet, LA 70092. Interment Merrick Cemetery 7405 E. St Bernard Hwy, Violet, LA 70092.

Roussell, Dr. Norman

Dr. Norman Roussell was born July 11, 1934, with his twin, Dr. Norward Roussell in New Orleans, LA. He transitioned on August 9, 2026 at the age of 92. He is preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Roussell, Sr.; brothers George, Edward, Jr., and Norward; and sisters, Helen, Ada Mae, and Dorothy Mae. Dr. Roussell graduated from McDonough 35 Senior High School and served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. He held a Bachelor's degree from Dillard University, and was

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inducted into Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated. He also earned a Master's degree from Fisk University and a Doctorate in Education (Ed.D) from Wayne State University. Dr. Roussell taught at Andrew J. Bell Jr. High School and spent over 25 years at Loyola University, where he was the first Black Vice President in the university's history. He also taught at and later returned as Vice President at Dillard University. Dr. Norman Roussell is survived by his wife of 68 years, Dorothy M. Roussell; son, Michael K. Roussell (Mary Ellen); granddaughter, Mia N. Roussell; great grandchildren, Kason, Grant, and Misa Gould; and a host of extended family. A visitation will take place on Saturday, August 15 at 9 a.m. at St. John Institutional Baptist Church, 2538 Jackson Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113. The funeral service will follow at 10 a.m. Interment will immediately follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, 4000 Norman Mayer Blvd, New Orleans.

(Henry-Living), Eldred Smith (Nadine) and Keith Smith (Karen). She leaves to cherish her memories one brother, Herman L. Charles (Brenda) and one siste, Doris Charles Marbley (Wilbert), 10 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She touched many lives and will forever live in the hearts and memories of those who knew and loved her. The Funeral service will be held on Saturday, August 15, 2026 at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 100 2nd Street, St. Rose, LA 70087, Rev. Freddie E.Dixson, Sr., Pastor, Officiating, with Rev. Dr.Keith Smith, Eulogizing. Interment at Jefferson Memorial Garden, St. Rose, LA. Visitation 9:00 am -11:00 am with the service beginning at 11:00 am. Serviced by Robottom Mortuary.

Susan a native of New Orleans passed away August 12th after a lengthy battle with Parkinson's. She was 76 sharing the same July 22nd Birthday with her deceased parents -Irene Prosperie Spraul & Clemens "Dutch" Spraul. Proud Mother of her one & only son, Adam Shepherd. She is survived by many cousins, nieces + nephews. Susan grew up in Broadmoor section of N.O. She's a graduate of St Matthias grammar. Moving to Lakeview, Susan graduated from Dominican High in 1968. She worked in real estate at Place St Charles Office since its 1984 inception until retirement. She worked her up the corporate ladder to Management level in her "Dream" job giving a Great sense of satisfaction. Adam wished to make a tribute to his Best Friend/ Mom going back to his childhood filled with the Best Birthday parties thanks to her special efforts. Adam also wants to express deepest gratitude to his Dad, Richard, who helped him navigate all the emotions in dealing with Mom's declining health. Kudos to the staff at Laketown Assisted Care facility. Burial services for both family & friends will be held at 11am in Hope Mausoleum 4841 Canal St.

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Washington, Anna Martin

Anna Martin Washington departed this life on Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at the age of 80. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Service at St. Paul Church of God in Christ, 1020 Forstall St. New Orleans, LA 70117 on Saturday, August 15, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. Interment: Providence Memorial Park Cemetery. Arrangements by D. W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 3933 Washington Ave. Please visit www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the online guestbook.

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at 9 am. Pastor Greg Wilton will be officiating the service.

Tracy Renea Toussaint "She Sang Her Last Solo" On Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at 7:03 p.m., Tracy Rene Toussaint sang her last solo and peacefully departed this earthly life. Though her voice has been silenced on this side, the melody of her life, Love, and memories will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. Tracy Renea Toussaint was born on May 5, 1984, to Sharon M. Toussaint Lawrence and the late Sylvester Johnson She was also blessed with the love and guidance of her adopted father, Benny L. Davis Sr. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the celebration of life services which will held on Friday, August 14, 2026 at New Zion Baptist Church 1131 Garden Road, Marrero, LA 70072. Visitation will begin at 9:30 a.m., and the service will begin at 11 a.m. Reverend Johnny Byrd officiating and Pastor Jordan Robinson Sr., is the host pastor & officiating.

William Walter Wilson III entered into eternal rest on July 30, 2026, in New Orleans, Louisiana, at the age of 61. William was born on August 28, 1964, to the late William Walter Wilson Jr and Genevieve Noil Wilson. He is survived by his wife of 31 years Paulette Pichon Wilson; son William Walter Wilson IV; sisters Joycelyn Breaux and Sandra Morris; in-laws Melvin and Linda Domino Pichon; sister and brother in laws Pamela Pichon Stark and Michele Pichon Riddle (John Riddle III); and many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. William worked for the Jefferson Parish District Attorney's Office. William will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all whose lives he touched. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass on Saturday, August 15, 2026, beginning at 10:00 AM at St David Catholic Church, 5617 St. Claude Ave, New Orleans, LA 70117. Visitation will be from 9:00 AM to Mass time. Interment Resthaven Memorial Park. Professional Services entrusted to Littlejohn Funeral Home, 2163 Aubry Street, New Orleans, LA 70119, Cal K. Johnson, Manager/Funeral Director.

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Vigee, Wallace Edward

Wallace Edward Vigee, Jr. departed this life on July 29, 2026, at the age of 64. He leaves to cherish his loving memory his mother, Ruby Vigee; one daughter, Alisha Lee; three grandchildren, Ayden, Aylah and Ayah Lee; two siblings, Devonsidet Vigee and Joseph S. Olidge (Trina); and a host of other relatives and friends. Viewing will be held on Saturday, August 15, 2026, Gentilly Baptist Church, 5141 Franklin Ave., New Orleans, La 70122 at 8 am until the religious service

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Mary L. H. Young departed this life on Saturday, August 1, 2026 at the age of 88. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Service on Saturday, August 15, 2026 at St. Paul's Baptist Church, 1509 Monroe St. Gretna, La 70053 at 10:00 a.m. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. Arrangements by D. W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 3933 Washington Ave. Please visit www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the online guestbook.

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La. is on its way to growth, but must clear roadblocks boards that lock people out of jobs for no For the first time in a generation, Louisigood reason. Our version of the REINS Act ana’s population is growing, and our kids empowers legislators to review and halt and grandkids are finding jobs and opporthe imposition of costly new rules. tunities here and returning home. Public employees’ First AmendEntrepreneurs and innovators who once wrote us off, such as Meta, ment rights have been secured. Hyundai, Amazon, Hut 8 and ApAnd after years of some of the naplied Digital, are betting more than tion’s highest auto insurance rates, $100 billion on Louisiana’s future as 2025’s legal reforms are helping Daniel an energy and data hub. This isn’t provide some relief. Erspamer a fluke. It’s the early return on real That’s the good news. LawmakGUEST policy choices. ers deserve real credit for tackling COLUMNIST a deeply entrenched status quo. Start with LA GATOR, which gave families trapped in schools that But too many reforms stopped weren’t working for their kids another opwell short of their promise, and some, like constitutional reform, have been tabled tion. Real tax reform flattened Louisiana’s tangled income tax brackets and ended the indefinitely. Nearly 40,000 families applied and qualicorporate franchise tax outright. One Door to Work is an unprecedented restructurfied for LA GATOR in its first year. The Senate has twice failed to advance Gov. ing of government, streamlining a maze Jeff Landry’s proposed funding despite of disconnected workforce and safety net $50 million appropriated to the state’s traprograms that too often trapped people in dependency instead of placing them on the ditional public school funding formula last road to work and opportunity. year reverting to the general fund. These Lawmakers also made real progress are funds already marked for education rewriting rules for occupational licensing that should be used to help families find

a school that ﬁts their needs. Meanwhile, we have lost ground to surrounding states by failing to create a path to a permanent income-tax phaseout, and a government growth limit to slow recurring spending has yet to be implemented. The culture of lawfare is pervasive, and plaintiffs’ attorneys still hold both parties in a stranglehold. The state remains a plaintiff in dozens of economy-killing coastal lawsuits, even as the U.S. Supreme Court’s recent ruling has rightly removed several to federal court. Knowledge gaps and outside inﬂuence threaten the energy and data infrastructure we’re counting on. And a well-intentioned focus on public safety produced a mixed bag: Some changes moved away from bipartisan, data-driven solutions, even as reentry programming and Troop Nola’s creation stood out as bright spots. Then there’s the spending. Lawmakers this session redirected $123 million from a state savings account to local pet projects and NGOs and took up bill after bill favor-

ing one sector of an industry over another, echoing the Huey Long playbook of pork, protectionism and government growth. Add a tax code growing more complicated, not less, with new incentives and carveouts, and you have a state still standing with one foot in the old Louisiana even as it builds the new. The welcome signs on the road to Louisiana’s comeback are real and worthy of praise. But that road is also lined with trialattorney billboards and warning signs of uncertainty ahead. Louisiana needs her citizens to get engaged and educated on the issues — education freedom, taxes, spending discipline, legal reform, permitting — that will decide whether this comeback becomes permanent or stalls out. Timid, half-measure reforms won’t do. Only bold, transformational ones will help us achieve our true promise. Louisiana has momentum for the ﬁrst time in decades. Let’s not lose it now. Daniel J. Erspamer is CEO of the Pelican Institute for Public Policy.

Hidden addiction treatment Data centers will be a huge net plus for La. gap puts veterans at risk A lifesaving prescription means nothing if it MOUD or being linked to diversion cases could can’t be filled. Across Louisiana, failing to fill trigger DEA audits or investigations, even necessary prescriptions is quietly turning when prescriptions are valid. As a reopioid addiction treatment into an illusion sult, many pharmacists limit or avoid of care. For veterans, the consequences stocking and dispensing these medicaare not abstract. They are seen in preventtions. Stigma compounds the problem, with able overdoses and lives lost. MOUD often incorrectly viewed as Louisiana policymakers have worked substituting one addiction for another. in recent years to expand access to mediDavid Reimbursement challenges, along cations for opioid use disorder, MOUD, Howard supply constraints stemming most commonly buprenorphine dispensed Sinkman with from wholesalers’ and distributors’ through pharmacies. These medications GUEST concerns about DEA oversight, further are the most effective, evidence-based COLUMNIST limit access to these medications. treatment for a chronic brain disease that Guidance from the DEA is clear: Neialters decision-making and impulse control. ther federal law nor regulations limit Ensuring access to MOUD remains a how much MOUD pharmacies can ortop priority of the Trump administration der or dispense. Yet in practice, access because these medications save lives and is still being choked off by the very reduce criminal recidivism. Yet one critisupply chain meant to deliver care. In a cruel irony, three of the nation’s cal breakdown is often overlooked: pharDr. largest drug wholesalers, operating macies. Vanessa under the nationwide opioid settleRecent data compiled for the Louisiana Department of Health reveals an alarming de la Cruz ment, have imposed opaque ordering pattern. In each of the state’s eight pharlimits on buprenorphine. To avoid GUEST macy regions, between 22% and 39% of COLUMNIST triggering these thresholds, many pharmacies keep inventories artifipharmacies reported zero MOUD claims, meaning they dispensed none of these medicacially low or stop dispensing the medication altogether. tions. The result is a growing landscape of adThis is how treatment fails: not in the doctor’s diction treatment deserts, where care exists in office, but at the pharmacy counter. theory but not in practice. The science is settled. MOUD is the standard Louisiana continues to have one of the nation’s highest overdose death rates, underscoring the of care for a chronic illness, no different from urgency of expanding lifesaving treatment. Yet insulin for diabetes or inhalers for asthma. Yet stigma, confusion and regulatory fear block acpatients can leave a doctor’s office with a valid prescription and still find no pharmacy willing cess. or able to fill it. Fixing the problem requires alignment and Veterans face a disproportionately deadly accountability. Pharmacies and distributors burden in the opioid crisis; they are twice as must follow DEA guidance, not hidden quotas, likely to die from opioid overdose as nonveterand be transparent about whether they disans. Chronic pain, post-traumatic stress disorpense MOUD. Pharmacists need clear education on dispensder and greater opioid exposure dramatically elevate their risk of addiction. The U.S. Depart- ing requirements and regulators must hold proment of Veterans Affairs has made MOUD a viders accountable when legitimate prescripcentral component of its response to the opioid tions are denied. epidemic because the medication reduces the The DEA should also provide explicit reassurrisk of fatal overdose and improves treatment ance that pharmacies acting in good faith will outcomes. not face sanctions or heightened scrutiny simBut even the VA cannot overcome a fragply for ordering or dispensing buprenorphine. Providing regulatory certainty would reduce mented pharmacy network. In rural Louisiana, defensive practices throughout the supply veterans often travel long distances for care, chain and help ensure pharmacies can consisonly to find no nearby pharmacy willing or able to fill their medication. These barriers to tently meet legitimate patient demand. treatment are especially dangerous because Veterans have already fulfilled their obligaopioid use disorder alters brain chemistry and tion to serve. function, making cravings harder to control Access to effective addiction treatment and increasing the risk of relapse and overdose. should not depend on geography, stigma or That risk is even greater today, as the illicit whether a local pharmacy can obtain the drug supply is increasingly contaminated with medication they need. It requires a healthcare fentanyl, a synthetic opioid far more potent system that delivers care all the way to the than heroin. pharmacy counter. So why are so many pharmacies not dispensThat is the standard veterans — and every paing MOUD? tient with opioid use disorder — deserve. LouiFear of Drug Enforcement Administration siana cannot afford to settle for anything less. scrutiny is a primary barrier. While MOUD is legal when prescribed appro- David Howard Sinkman is a civil rights priately, pharmacies must ensure prescriptions lawyer and a former federal prosector. Dr. Vanessa de la Cruz is the medical director are for legitimate medical use under federal of the Office of Behavioral Health within the law. In practice, many interpret this standard Louisiana Department of Health. too cautiously, concerned that dispensing

It’s time to address the most and grid modernization, which hotly debated energy topic of the Louisiana (along with the rest of day: data centers. the country) desperately needs. As the AI industrial revolution If structured appropriately, these continues to gain momeninvestments can strengthen the grid for other industrial tum, so seemingly does a users as well. wave of anti-data center Three primary challenges sentiment across the counexist: power grid strain, sigtry. And yet, data centers are niﬁcant water consumption Will the factories of the digital and rural infrastructure Hardy economy America runs on. limits. Fortunately in LouiGUEST So the data center debate is siana, our public service COLUMNIST commission and utility one that must be resolved — and quickly. partners require these large While infrastructure chalhyperscalers like Meta to fund their own power infrastruclenges exist, data centers offer more advantages than disadvanture. The multibillion-dollar Meta Hyperion campus brings with it tages for Louisiana, and they are agreements to fund new natural necessary for the long-term adopgas plants, grid-scale batteries and tion of AI at scale. First, data centers present a new up to 1,500 MW of solar energy. To address water consumption generation of industrial investissues, projects like Meta’s utilize ment. advanced, closed-loop liquid-to-air Louisiana’s existing industrial cooling systems. connectivity and workforce proThese systems recycle cooling vide the ingredients for smartly water to minimize freshwater constructed data centers, which will help cement the Bayou State’s withdrawals and are backed by developer-funded water restorareputation as a technology and energy hub of the future. The energy tion initiatives. To address rural conversation is changing rapidly, infrastructure issues, Meta has and Louisiana should rightly main- pledged over $1 billion toward lotain our place at the forefront of cal infrastructure upgrades, road that conversation. overhauls and updating wastewaThe growing opportunity for nuter and utility systems in the host communities. clear, geothermal and other clean As the AI race continues, Amerenergy technologies is also instrumental in data center development. ica cannot afford to play third Most companies developing ﬁddle to Russia and China. Our data centers require clean energy home — the freest, most innovasources to power these plants. tive country in the world — has the Companies investing in Louisiana, most straightforward pathway to like Meta, have pledged to build dominance in the new energy revotheir own power generation so that lution, and we must capitalize on ratepayers will not foot the bill. our resources, skilled workforce In the economic development and innovation-rich industrial ensphere, data centers bring in high- vironment. American energy indepaying, permanent technical jobs pendence and continued American along with hundreds of thousands energy dominance is the best-case of construction jobs while the proj- scenario for America and the globe as a whole. ects are built. With an energy-rich environDemand for local contractors and suppliers will increase as well. ment, experienced industrial For the rural parishes where these workforce and strategic locaprojects are being built, all of this tion on the Gulf Coast, the Bayou should be welcome news. LouisiState can compete for data center investments that are mindful of ana parishes stand to gain a great the concerns of our communities deal from these across-the-board while offering economic boons for investment infusions. those same communities. The 21stConsequently, data centers are the opposite of government-driven century energy race has entered new territory with the onset of AI economic development. Data centechnology and data centers — and ters mean private investment and it ought to be Louisiana leading the expanded tax bases for their host charge. communities, in addition to the jobs they create. These large data center investWill Hardy is the state director for Conservatives for Clean ments also serve as a catalyst for Energy Louisiana. new transmission infrastructure

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Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate Abdul El-Sayed speaks at a rally for Michigan Democrats in Detroit.

ISSUE OF THE WEEK THE DEMOCRATS The Democratic Party appears to be undergoing a transformation, with party leaders facing pressure from their left flank for a more progressive agenda. Last week’s Michigan Senate primary put that dynamic on display with Abdul El-Sayed edging out a candidate backed by establishment Dems. But heading towards the midterms, it remains to be seen whether this new face of the party will have broad appeal to voters.What will the Democratic Party look like in the future? Here are two perspectives:

The long rise of the new Democratic Party

Can I claim to have predicted, way ers’ aversion to Donald Trump, led me back in 1988, the result of Michigan’s to describe the Democratic Party in the fiercely contested Democratic primary Washington Examiner in 2018 “as a cofor U.S. senator last week? alition of groups regarded as racial miThe developments that have made norities (Blacks, Hispanics, Asian) and Abdul El-Sayed — who lost the 2018 of culturally liberal, highly educated gubernatorial primary to Gov. people in affluent metropolitan Gretchen Whitmer, D-Michigan, areas, sympathetic suburbs and by 20 percentage points — a university towns (gentry liberwinner over Rep. Haley Stevens als and what one might call the were visible in the 1988 contest graduate student proletariat).” for Michigan’s delegates to the Today, electorally the highDemocratic National Convenest Democratic percentages in Michael states like Michigan and Wistion, in which Jesse Jackson ran Barone consin are cast not in Wayne far ahead of eventual nominee Michael Dukakis by a 24-percentand Milwaukee Counties, with their large Black and blue-collar White age-point margin. Let’s flash back 38 years to see what I communities, but in Washtenaw and mean. Then, as a member of The Wash- Dane Counties, home of the University ington Post editorial page staff, I wrote of Michigan and the University of Wisan article in the Post two weeks after consin. Jackson’s surprise victory, starting out That — plus the leftward shift of by describing the unusual process. White college graduates (visible in El“The Michigan Democrats’ ‘firehouse Sayed’s wins in the Grand Rapids and primary’ caucus system allowed any eli- Traverse City areas) explains how the gible voter claiming to be a Democrat to minority positions of Jackson in 1988 and El-Sayed in 2018 could become a cast a vote — but only between 10 and victorious (though not quite majority) 4 on a Saturday and at only 576, rather win for El-Sayed in 2028. than the usual 11,000, voting locations. The germs were there all along, but In 1988 some 212,000 — from a state the disease has unmistakably broken that cast 3.8 million votes in the 1984 out only now. Michigan Attorney Gengeneral election — came in and voted.” In this low-turnout environment, eral Dana Nessel, who is Jewish, has an“About 40% of them — no one is sure, nounced she would not attend the Dembecause no exit poll was taken — were ocratic State Convention, for fear she’d Black, and Jesse Jackson, with the 20% be booed off the stage. Preprimary vote among Whites he had been receiv- polling showed El-Sayed narrowly trailing in other caucus situations (much ing (and Stevens narrowly leading) the of it from Michigan’s large graduate Republican nominee, former Rep. Mike student proletariat and Arab-American Rogers, who lost an open-seat Senate populations), beat Dukakis by 54% to race to Sen. Elissa Slotkin, D-Michigan, 28%.” Jackson easily carried the two by only 0.3 percentage points in 2024. Detroit-based Black-majority districts. Preprimary polling also showed ElBut he lost the heavily blue-collar disSayed well ahead of Stevens, suggesting tricts in suburban Wayne and Macomb that his enthusiastic core voters — highCounties. His big surprise wins were ly educated and low-income — were in the outstate Michigan congressional more eager to be polled than Stevens’ districts. more downscale base (she carried virtuThose wins were produced by a gifted ally all of Michigan’s heavy-manufacDemocratic insider and Lansing busituring counties). But El-Sayed has proven to be an nessman, Joel Ferguson, who hired yellow school buses in small outstate cities adept candidate, articulate and gifted at personal interaction while avoiding and shipped busloads of Black church members to the few caucus sites. In ad- direct endorsement of the Democratic Socialists of America and its unpopular dition, Jackson won big in Washtenaw platform planks, and he is running in a and Ingham Counties, home to the University of Michigan and Michigan State state Trump barely carried two years ago and in a year when the president University, respectively. and his party are unpopular. Like The lesson that “Jackson votes came not from working class Whites but from Zohran Mamdani in New York City, he has political skills that may place him in the ‘graduate student proletariat,” as I a key position — perhaps the deciding wrote in Reason in 1991, became less vote in a Senate majority — in Amerirelevant as Bill Clinton increased the Democratic Party’s appeal among all can government. We’ve come a long voters, with particular gains among way since 1988. those with high incomes and high eduMichael Barone is on X, @MichaelBarcational credentials. That trend, amplified by upscale votone.

Time for Democrats to widen their ‘big tent’

Here we go again. can learn from his example. To begin We’re approaching another presidenwith, they shouldn’t be afraid to back candidates who take dissenting but printial campaign year, and once again I am reminded of what the great sage Will Rog- cipled positions on controversial issues, or to back candidates from diverse backers said back in 1933: “I am not a member of any organized grounds. political party,” he said. “I am a DemoEnter Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, the forcrat.” mer public health official running as a Yes, I know that Rogers quote is old Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate in enough to have whiskers on it. Michigan on a progressive, antiYet, compared to the comparaestablishment platform. Virtually unknown outside tively regimented style of the ReMichigan, he sprang into the napublicans, particularly the MAGA faction that runs the party, the tional spotlight by winning that Democrats seem to specialize in state’s Democratic Senate prifinding new ways to snatch defeat in a narrow but significant Clarence mary out of the jaws of victory, especially victory, defeating a candidate Page since the two successful terms of widely considered to be the safe, Barack Obama. “establishment” Democrat. Doom and gloom might in fact be the In polls and focus groups, by condefault state of the Democrats. trast, respondents praised El-Sayed as When Republicans and a large number a straight-talker who would stick it to of swing voters rallied around Donald the party establishment they no longer Trump in 2024, he was a convicted felon, a trusted anyway. sore-loser ex-president dishonored by his He’s been called a Democratic Socialist failed attempt to nullify the 2020 election, by Trump and others. He is not. a man hounded by the Justice Department El-Sayed, an epidemiologist by training for misdeeds in office. who was born in the Detroit suburbs to And yet the Democrats lost to him in Egyptian parents, has been called antiwhat could only be termed a self-inflicted Semitic because he criticizes the war in debacle. Gaza and has called for an arms boycott Meanwhile, President Donald Trump of Israel. You don’t have to be anti-Semitic carries on, relentlessly finding new norms to be pro-peace in Gaza. to violate, shielded by his presidential Stevens, meanwhile, expressed support pardoning power and his party’s majority for Israel and took campaign contribucontrol of Congress and, in effect, even tions from the American Israel Public the Supreme Court.Americans in the Affairs Committee, or AIPAC, a group political center and on the left are dreadthat has become highly controversial among voters of both parties as Israel has ing the possibility that the Democratic continued its war in Gaza and neighboring establishment is going to flub the opporLebanon. tunity to wrest control of Congress in the The issue of the U.S. alliance with Isupcoming midterm elections from the increasingly unpopular forces of Trumpism. rael is likely to cause a lot of unpredictIt would be wrong, however, to write off able fractiousness in both parties. But the Democrats as moribund and hopeless. of course in El-Sayed’s case there is the Politics, like nature, abhors a vacuum. added factor that he is Muslim. You don’t And into the Democratic void stepped have to be a cynic to predict that the Rea once-in-a-generation political talent: publicans will dial up Islamophobic rhetoZohran Mamdani. This eloquent, handric in the run-up to November’s election. As a rather sharp-tongued maverick, Elsome, preternaturally happy young man Sayed will have to work to bolster support came out of nowhere to win the mayoral among Democratic constituencies who election of New York City, even though it favored his opponent in the primary. For seemed like the entire Democratic establishment, much of the mainstream media, example, his support among Black votand of course our kibitzing president ers was disappointingly low. He can and were arrayed against him. should try to make up for that deficit. Now As a foreign-born Muslim, a self-deis the time for the politics of addition, not subtraction. scribed socialist and an outspoken critic Like him or not, the Democrats, after of Israel, Mamdani might have been writnumerous well-known setbacks, need to ten off by most as a likely candidate to keep an open mind about where their next lead the nation’s most important city, but leaders might come from. his superlative political instincts and his So, for that matter, should Republicans, charm offensive with voters made him a national sensation — and gave Democrats if they can ever pry Trump loose from his perch in the White House. hope again that a new ascendancy is possible. Email Clarence Page at clarence47page@ Mamdani’s politics aren’t every Demogmail.com. crat’s cup of tea. But Dems of all stripes

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Daniels, LSU at odds about use of No. 5 jersey Former LSU QB Jayden Daniels

Cornerback Pickett was promised jersey number by former Tigers coach Kelly

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BY JON BLAU Staff writer

LSU found itself in a ﬁrestorm Thursday after it was revealed Jayden Daniels’ lawyer sent a cease-and-desist letter to athletic director Verge Ausberry last week after another Tigers football player started wearing the No. 5 jersey the Heisman Trophy winner used to wear. Daniels, in the midst of the Washington Commanders’ training camp, addressed the situation Thursday afternoon via a statement on his Instagram. “I have been locked in on training camp and that’s been my number one focus,” Daniels wrote. “I have a lot of gratitude for my time at LSU and I’m proud of what

my teammates and I accomplished there. Obviously, there are issues to be worked out between my team and LSU and my hope is that it will get done privately. “My sole personal focus is on Commanders’ football. I realize the business of football is unique and I trust this can all be resolved.” Daniels’ statement came more than 15 hours after a late Wednesday night report detailing a letter sent by the quarterback’s attorney to Ausberry demanding the university stop using Daniels’ name, image and likeness. The letter came immediately after cornerback DJ Pickett, a sophomore who wore No. 3 as a freshman, was allowed to switch to No. 5, which hadn’t been donned by an LSU player since Daniels’ Heisman Trophy sea-

son in 2023. A spokesperson for Daniels said his family was “deeply disappointed” and felt “profoundly disrespected” by LSU allowing Pickett to wear the quarterback’s number. “Jayden and his family had every reason to believe that his number would remain a meaningful part of his LSU legacy and would be honored and protected in recognition of his extraordinary contributions to the university,” a statement said. A spokesperson for LSU athletics declined comment to The Advocate. Last week, LSU coach Lane Kiffin said Pickett was promised No. 5 by former coach Brian Kelly in the recruiting process. Kelly

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Saints quarterback Tyler Shough lines up for a play against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Thursday during a joint practice in Metairie. Shough had his best individual performance of training camp against the Jaguars.

Saints offense shines vs. Jaguars after struggling for much of camp

young, defense apply pressure to Jacksonville in joint practice

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Maybe all the New Orleans Saints needed to see was a different color uniform. After opening training camp with 11 mostly inconsistent practices, the Saints offense ﬁnally looked like the unit that had driven so much of the optimism for the team in the lead-up to the 2026 season Thursday during joint practices with the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Saints offense ran 88 plays from scrimmage against the Jaguars, and the ﬁrst-team offense took the lion’s share of them, with quarterback Tyler Shough taking the snap for 56 of those plays. What followed was the team’s best offensive performance in this training camp. It wasn’t a perfect day, but it felt like a huge step in the right direction. Here’s what we saw from this side of the ball.

Chase Young didn’t have a guess for how many sacks the New Orleans Saints defense had in Thursday’s joint practice against the Jacksonville Jaguars. But the pass rusher was keeping track of his own total. “I had six alone,” Young said. Young’s scoring may be up for debate. In a practice setting, pass rushers are required to pull up before actually making contact with the quarterback. That makes judging them tricky. Would the play have resulted in a brutal takedown or would the passer still make the pass in spite of the pressure? But it still said a lot about Young’s day that the remark didn’t seem like an exaggeration. There were at least four plays — three passes, one run — blown dead directly because of the 27-year-old’s impact. And there were one or two more that he could have a case for causing. Young was part of a defensive line that feasted on the Jaguars, who were without a few of their expected starters upfront. The steady pressure was the main

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Shough in control Shough had his best individual performance of training camp against the Jaguars. Shough completed 26 of his 36 attempts, and a handful of his incompletions

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Jacksonville Jaguars coach Liam Coen, left, and Saints coach Kellen Moore speak during a joint practice on Thursday at the Saints’ practice facility in Metairie.

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LSU-New Orleans hires ex-player Johnson to coach

LSU-New Orleans is hiring former Privateers star basketball player Ervin Johnson as an assistant men’s basketball coach ahead of the 202627 season. Born in New Orleans, Johnson played college basketball in his home city for four years starting in 1989. He led UNO, which was rebranded as LSU-New Orleans this summer, to three conference championships and two NCAA Tournament appearances. Johnson is the school’s alltime leader in several statistical categories, including rebounds, blocks and ﬁeld goal percentage. The 6-foot-11 center went on to play 13 seasons in the NBA with the Seattle Supersonics, the Milwaukee Bucks and the Minnesota Timberwolves. A news conference announcing Johnson’s hiring will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Lakefront Arena

Rams’ Nacua misses practice due to muscle soreness

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New Orleans Pelicans center yves Missi defends Los Angeles Clippers forward Derrick Jones during a game at the Smoothie King Center on March 19. The Pelicans learned their schedule for the 2026-27 season on Thursday.

Pels not in demand on NBA schedule The New Orleans Pelicans begin the Jamahl Mosley era on Oct. 21 when they host the Indiana Pacers at the Smoothie King Center. The Pelicans are hoping to make a return to the playoffs after missing the postseason each of the past two years. Mosley, who spent the past five years Rod as coach of Walker thehead Orlando Magic, takes over a team that went 26-56 last season. The team he inherits looks almost identical to the one the Pelicans put on the floor last season. Will the defensive-minded Mosley be able to turn things around? That won’t be answered until April when the season ends. But what we do know is the 82game path the Pelicans will have to take to get back on track. Here are five takeaways from the schedule that the NBA released Thursday afternoon.

Fast start? Slow starts have been the norm for the Pelicans. How rough has

it been? You have to go all the way back to the 2014-15 season to find the last time the Pelicans were above .500 after the first 10 games. They started 6-4 that season, but since then, they’ve consistently limped out of the starting blocks. They began 2-8 last season, which led to the firing of Willie Green after 12 games. The early schedule this time around is manageable. Only four of their first 10 games are against teams that made the playoffs last season (Denver twice, Atlanta and Minnesota). The Pelicans need to take advantage of the favorable early slate to build some momentum.

Spotlight dim My how things have changed since 2019 when Zion Williamson ﬁrst arrived in New Orleans. The NBA granted the Pelicans 30 nationally televised games that season. Williamson and the Pelicans were supposed to be must-see TV. That number dwindled all the way down to two national games last season. This season, the number is two again. And those two games are the two against the Spurs in Europe.

The Pels play San Antonio on Jan. 14 in Paris and Jan. 17 in Manchester, England. Also, this will be the sixth straight season the Pelicans didn’t land one of those prestigious Christmas Day spots. The only way to change the narrative and get back in the national spotlight is to start winning.

Back-to-back games NBA teams dread those backto-back games, and the Pelicans have 16 back-to-backs this season. That’s one more than they had last season when they went 4-11 on the second night of consecutive games. The Pels get somewhat of a break in January, when they have just one back-toback. Five of the back-to-backs are ones where they have to travel between games. The worst of those is the last one in April when they host the Washington Wizards and then have to travel to play in Denver the next night.

The gauntlet There are some brutal stretches along the way. The longest road trip of the season is a seven-game stretch from

Jan. 20-Feb. 10. But the toughest string of games is the one in January when the Pelicans travel to Miami (which now has Giannis Antetokounmpo), then head to Europe for a pair of games against Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs. They return to the United States to face Oklahoma City, Dallas, Cleveland, Houston, Philadelphia, Cleveland again and Philadelphia again. OUCH!

Home for all holidays If you like spending your holidays in the Smoothie King Center, you’ll get plenty of opportunities this year. The Pelicans host games on Halloween (Atlanta Hawks), New Year’s Eve (the Los Angeles Lakers) and Valentine’s Day (Los Angeles Clippers). Not only is that Clippers’ game on Valentine’s Day, but that’s also Super Bowl Sunday. Speaking of that, the Pelicans and Saints play on the same date four times this season. Five times if the Saints make the Super Bowl. Email Rod Walker at rwalker@theadvocate.com.

LSU men add ﬁfth-year transfer from UCLA BY TOYLOY BROWN III Staff writer

LSU added a new player to its 2026-27 roster after more than a month of inactivity. T h e Ti g e r s g a i n e d t h e commitment of UCLA transfer Skyy Clark on Wednesday, according to multiple reports. Clark, a 6-foot-3, 210-pound combo guard, played his senior season last year but is currently eligible to play another season. He has an additional season after a U.S. district court judge in Colorado ruled that high school players from the 2022 graduating class who exhausted their fourth season of eligibility would be eligible for a ﬁfth college season in 2026-27. It is expected that the NCAA will appeal the ruling. Clark averaged 11.5 points, 2.3 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.2 steals per game last season. He shot 46.9% from the field, 42.8% from the 3-point line on 4.8 attempts and 82.1% from the free-throw line. The Los Angeles native entered the transfer portal on April 7 after starting 23 of 26 games for UCLA. The Bruins were a No. 7 seed in the NCAA Tournament and lost to UConn in the second round. Coach Will Wade’s new addition

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UCLA guard Skyy Clark goes up for a shot past UConn defender Malachi Smith during the second round of the NCAA Tournament on March 22 in Philadelphia. was the No. 33 player in the 2022 class, according to the 247Sports Composite, and started his collegiate career at Illinois. LSU will be Clark’s fourth team. After Illinois, he transferred to Louisville as a sophomore and

Mo Dioubate (Kentucky), shooting guard Abdi Bashri (Kansas State), point guard Divine Ugochukwu (Michigan State) and combo guard Austin Nunez (University of Texas at San Antonio). LSU also added players to the team who didn’t play college basketball last season. Former St. John’s star RJ Luis committed to Wade after going undrafted in the 2025 NBA Draft. Luis, a 6-7 wing, signed a twoway contract with the Utah Jazz, was traded to the Boston Celtics (who cut him shortly after) and signed an Exhibit 10 contract with the Celtics’ G-League affiliate. He’ll likely have to ﬁle a lawsuit to gain college eligibility. LSU also has four international commitments who remain unsigned: Italian-Senegalese wing Saliou Niang, Brazilian center Marcio Santos, French center Brice Dessert and Croatian forward Michael Ruzic. The Tigers’ season opener is Nov. 3 against LSU-New Orleans at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center. They will play their ﬁrst of three exhibition games on Oct. 8 at McNeese State at Townsley Law Arena in Lake Charles.

to UCLA as a junior. His highestscoring season was at Louisville when he averaged 13.2 points on 41.2% shooting and 3.0 assists. Clark is the fifth player the Tigers have added from the Email Toyloy Brown III at transfer portal. He joins forward toyloy.brown@theadvocate.com

LOS ANGELES — All-Pro wide receiver Puka Nacua is expected to return to practice next week with the Los Angeles Rams after sitting out Thursday’s workout with muscle soreness. Nacua was hurt during the Rams’ joint practice with the Dallas Cowboys on Tuesday, leaving the ﬁeld early. He worked out on the side Thursday while the Rams held their final practice before traveling to Kansas City for their preseason opener against the Chiefs on Saturday. Head coach Sean McVay said Nacua felt the soreness in his psoas — a muscle that runs from the back through the pelvis to the legs. “Puka is doing good,” McVay said. “We’re just being smart with him. Expect him to be back next week, ready to go.”

Veteran TE Waller agrees to 1-year deal with Panthers

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Veteran tight end Darren Waller has agreed to terms on a one-year deal with the Carolina Panthers. Rosenhaus Sports, the agency that represents Waller, sent a post on X conﬁrming the deal Wednesday. Waller came out of retirement last year after the Miami Dolphins acquired him from the New York Giants. He caught 24 passes for 283 yards and six touchdowns in nine games before getting placed on injured reserve with a groin issue. Waller, who turns 34 on Sept. 13, has 374 career catches for 4,407 yards and 26 touchdowns. He made a Pro Bowl in 2020, when he caught 107 passes for 1,196 yards and nine touchdowns with the Las Vegas Raiders.

Twins CF Buxton back from IL for Field of Dreams game

DYERSVILLE, Iowa — The Minnesota Twins reinstated All-Star center fielder Byron Buxton from the 10-day injured list before their game at the Field of Dreams on Thursday against the Philadelphia Phillies. Buxton missed the past 14 games with a right hip impingement, his second stint this season on the injured list. The first stay prevented him from playing in the All-Star Game. He played in seven games after the break and was sidelined again with what has been a recurring injury for him the past few years. Major League Baseball allowed a 27th player for the special site game, so the Twins didn’t have to make a corresponding roster move to make room for Buxton.

Reds pitcher Greene out for season after elbow surgery

CINCINNATI — Cincinnati Reds pitcher Hunter Greene will be out the rest of this season and possibly 2027 after undergoing Tommy John surgery Thursday to repair a ligament in his right elbow. The team had announced Friday that Greene would require surgery. He also had Tommy John surgery in 2019 when he was in the minor leagues. The Cincinnati Enquirer ﬁrst reported his latest surgery. Greene is 2-2 with a 6.83 ERA in 272/3 innings over five starts. Greene, whose last appearance was July 31, told the team’s medical staff he experienced soreness during his side session Aug. 4. Greene began the season on the 60-day injured list following surgery in March to remove bone chips from his right elbow.

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‘It was a number I was promised’

Tulane strength and conditioning coach Colin Kenyon looks on during a recent Green Wave practice. The Duanesburg, New york, native was an assistant to head strength coach Rusty Whitt last season before being promoted when Whitt went with Jon Sumrall to Florida.

Pickett’s father responds to Daniels’ cease-and-desist letter over jersey No. 5 BY KOKI RILEY Staff writer

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that this situation can be resolved in a respectful manner that honors everyone involved and, most importantly, recognizes what Jayden Daniels accomplished for LSU.”

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halfback Jerry Stovall’s No. 21 and running back Charles Alexander’s No. 4, and LSU is going to retire quarterback Bert Jones’ No. 7 this season. But retiring the jersey doesn’t take a number out of circulation. Kifﬁn was asked whether he considered Burrow’s No. 9 as “off the table” and how he would handle the situation if a player asked for that number. Burrow’s number hasn’t been worn since he won the Heisman and a national championship in 2019. Again, Kiffin declined to comment.

“I’m not gonna get into that. There’s a lot to numbers, whether they’re retired, whether they’re not, different versions,” Kiffin said. “I don’t have an answer.” Pickett’s father, Damien, told The Advocate he is more upset with Kelly than Kiffin because it wasn’t made clear in the recruiting process that No. 5 wasn’t available or that it would require Daniels’ blessing. “I have the utmost respect for him,” the elder Pickett said of Kiffin, “for honoring what was promised to my son.” The public nature of the spat has led others to chime in, including LSU alum and former ESPN personality Ryan Clark, who posted to X that he’s spoken with parties on both sides of this issue and the dispute isn’t about the No. 5 jersey and Pickett’s use of it. Clark said the issue is “respect” and “the process” that led to the number being reused. “For those attempting to make this about Jayden and Joe Burrow, that narrative is simply not accurate. This is about respecting and honoring a young man who brought the program its third Heisman Trophy and represented LSU with distinction,” Clark said. “I love this young man, and I love my school. My hope is

cause it was promised to him during his high school recruitment under former coach Brian Kelly’s tenure. Damien and his family’s ire has instead been directed toward Kelly’s regime. They wish Kelly and his staff would have been clearer and more direct about the situation surrounding the number during his recruitment. “If we would have been told during our recruiting process and they had said, ‘Hey, No. 5 is not being issued. We can’t promise you No. 5, but we can talk to Jayden and see what Jayden has to say. If he gives his blessing, he does. If he doesn’t, he doesn’t,’ (we would have) moved forward,” Damien said. “If we were to have had a situation like that, it probably would not have blown up like this.” Damien, meanwhile, said Kiffin did his due diligence in speaking with DJ, the Pickett family and DJ’s representatives about wearing the number, echoing a story that Kifﬁn revealed last week. “I have the utmost respect for him for honoring what was promised to my son,” Damien said. During his high school recruitment, DJ and his family had asked the four ﬁnalists — Oregon, Miami, LSU and Georgia — if he could wear the No. 5. Each school, including LSU, told the Pickett family that it wouldn’t be a problem. Kelly told ESPN that DJ was promised the number during his recruitment, but he ultimately decided against giving him the jersey last season because Daniels didn’t give his blessing. Damien had suspected that getting the number could be a problem for DJ since last season, his freshman year. But DJ committed to LSU because of his connection with secondary coach Corey Raymond, not because the school promised him that he could wear the number.

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LSU coach Brian Kelly speaks with quarterback Jayden Daniels during a timeout in the second half of a game against Texas A&M on Nov. 25, 2023, at Tiger Stadium.

fore heading to Troy in 2023 to be reunited with Whitt, who was on the Army staff in the fall of 2021 when Kenyon interned there. He considers all of the above as mentors, adding college buddy Scott Leech, who is in his sixth year at Rhode Island as head strength and conditioning coordinator. Kenyon is his own man, though. For one, he is not a screamer, maintaining coaches who yell constantly lose the room quickly because players start tuning them out. He says he is in a fantastic mood 99.9% of the time, which makes his rare blow-ups meaningful. “The guys know if I get to a point where I’m letting them have it, you messed up,” he said. “It’s real and they know I’m right.” One by one, they rave about his impact. “I knew coach Kenyon was going to be a great strength coach when I got here last year,” defensive tackle Derrick Shepard said. “Even though coach Whitt was the main guy, you could definitely see that coach Kenyon had it in him. From the freshmen to the upperclassmen, everybody’s body has changed. I feel way stronger, faster and more powerful than last year because of coach Kenyon.” New Orleans has begun to feel like home to Kenyon in his third year even though it could not be more different than his native Duanesburg, a one-stoplight farming town in upstate New York. “It’s cool being in a city where if you are good to the city, the city’s good to you,” he said. “If you buy into the culture here and you buy into the success of this city and treat the city the right way, it comes back to you. The people and the support are unbelievable.”

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has since told ESPN that he didn’t allow Pickett to wear No. 5 as a freshman, or anyone to wear Joe Burrow’s No. 9, because he didn’t have either Heisman winner’s permission and didn’t want to treat their numbers differently. Kiffin was asked again Thursday whether he had any comment on the situation, and the coach referred back to his previous statement. “That’s the comment that I had, and moving forward,” Kifﬁn said. Pickett shared his thoughts on the matter with reporters on Thursday. “About the number situation, I’ve worn the number my whole life since I was 4 years old,” he said. “It was a number I was promised, and I wish Jayden the best. Good player, and he did real good here.” Only one number is officially retired by LSU, which is Heisman winner Billy Cannon’s No. 20. Neither Daniels’ No. 5 nor Burrow’s No. 9 have been decommissioned by the football program. LSU has retired multiple “jerseys,” including Cannon’s No. 20, defensive back Tommy Casanova’s No. 37,

he credits to the work ethic in that room. Even Jamauri McClure, a 210-pounder, has reached 22 mph. He added the receivers are up to 21.4 mph from 20.8 last season. The linebackers and defensive backs made similar gains. Negating preventable injury is paramount to Kenyon’s approach. The Wave uses NordBord testing to determine hamstring strength and identify deficiencies that can be treated before they sideline a player from game action. He hired Markus James from the University of Texas as associate director for strength and conditioning because of his knowledge and experience in attacking and ﬁxing softtissue injuries at a school renowned for that pioneering work. “It’s a war of attrition,” Kenyon said. “If you’re not healthy by November, you have no chance to win. You have to be fast and strong and prepared, but you need to be healthy.” Kenyon’s rapid rise to the top of his profession started when he changed his interest to strength and conditioning from being an athletic trainer as a sophomore at Merrimack College just outside of Boston. He worked early on with trainer Mike Boyle, who founded his own Boston gym in 1996 but also served as strength and conditioning coach for the Boston Bruins from 1991-99 and the Boston Red Sox. His ﬁrst full-time job was at Army, where he lived in the basement of football strength and conditioning coach Conor Hughes for a couple months as a volunteer before getting hired full time. He moved to Illinois for a 11/ 2 years to work alongside assistant strength coach GC Yerry, who had been at Army with him, be-

The first move Will Hall made when he was promoted to Tulane football coach in December was to offer a similar upgrade to assistant strength and conditioning coordinator Colin Kenyon. Kenyon was lightning quick in his response. “I don’t think I let him ﬁnish his sentence,” Kenyon said. “I just kind of cut him off and said, ‘Coach, I’m in, let’s go to work.’ I love coach Hall. When I heard it was going to potentially be him, I was like, wow, this is the guy for the job. I believe in him and trust him. I could not have been happier when he approached me.” Eight months later, the wiseness of Hall’s decision already is evident. Despite typically sweltering conditions for preseason camp, Green Wave players have experienced few cramps through seven practices under the guidance of Kenyon and his staff. Top-end speed has increased dramatically for several position groups. Just as signiﬁcantly, his players swear by him even though his personality differs from predecessor Rusty Whitt, a talkative 54-year-old Green Beret who served in Iraq during his early 30s and followed Jon Sumrall to Florida. “There’s a lot of familiarity, but with his own twist on it,” said starting center John Bock, who arrived last year with Whitt in charge. “We are so fast, and I genuinely believe (Kenyon’s) approach to preventing soft-tissue injuries is going to take us into the conference championship again. He is making sure we stay healthy by staying strong.” Kenyon, 29, commands respect despite his youth and low-key demeanor.

“He’s an unbelievable communicator,” Hall said. “He’s great at explaining why we’re doing something to the young men, which is something that gets overlooked with this new age of player. He has a unique way of motivating them, but yet they still love him. He’s not their friend. He’s their coach, and they trust him. They know he has their best interest at heart, and he never wavers.” Kenyon, whom Whitt hired as an assistant at Troy under Sumrall, said he made no changes to the gauntlet — the winter conditioning program they brought to New Orleans in 2024. The tweaks came in the summer, where he designed the workouts to simulate practices and get his players ready for the demands of preseason camp. Repetitive gassers were out. Scientiﬁc, intense sessions were in, using Catapult GPS tracking information to make sure each player ran the right distance while also working on skills and abilities rather than conditioning alone. The Wave trended in that direction last year, but Kenyon made it more direct. “Every practice, every run, we know down to the exact yard what it takes to play a football game and what they need to handle,” he said. “The wideouts last year ran almost 91,000 yards over the summer. This summer they ran 79,000 yards, so if I can get them in shape and healthy and prepared to go play football and run them 12,000 less yards, their bodies aren’t as beat up. They are not destroyed, but they are ready. We were incredibly intentional about it.” He can point to tangible results. The average top speed for Tulane running backs last year was 20.9 miles per hour. Now it is 22.2, a leap

LSU cornerback DJ Pickett takes part in drills on Aug. 5 at LSU’s practice fields.

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DJ Pickett doesn’t plan on changing his number anytime soon. Damien Pickett — the father of DJ, a sophomore cornerback at LSU — told The Advocate on Thursday morning that his family intends to keep DJ in the No. 5 this season, despite former LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels sending a cease-and-desist letter to the school over its decision to allow Pickett to wear his old number. As of Thursday morning, the school had not told the Pickett family that DJ could no longer wear the number. “Honestly, man, this right here makes us want to wear the number more,” Damien said. “LSU has not said anything to us about the number, about us being able to wear the number. Coach (Lane Kiffin) has been in full support of my son through this process.” DJ, who wore No. 3 last season with the Tigers, changed his number to five at the start of preseason camp on Aug. 5. No player had worn the number since Daniels — now a star quarterback with the Washington Commanders — won the Heisman Trophy at LSU in 2023. The cease-and-desist letter sent by Daniels’ attorney on Aug. 5, which was revealed in a report from ESPN on Wednesday night, requests that LSU no longer use Daniels’ name, image and likeness. It does not state that DJ must be barred from wearing the number. An LSU spokesperson declined to comment on the matter on Thursday. In a statement to ESPN, a spokesperson for Daniels said the family “is deeply disappointed and feels profoundly disrespected” over the school’s decision to allow DJ to wear the number. DJ shared his thoughts on the matter with reporters on Thursday. “About the number situation, I’ve worn the number my whole life since I was 4 years old,” he said. “It was a number I was promised, and I wish Jayden the best. Good player, and he did real good here.” Damien said that his family did not receive notice of the letter’s existence until ESPN published its story on Wednesday. “It’s not really pertaining to my son, but he’s been put in the middle of something that has nothing to do with him,” Damien said. “My boy’s been wearing No. 5 his whole life.” The Pickett family has no qualms with LSU nor Kifﬁn, who told reporters last week that he allowed DJ to wear the number be-

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Giants star receiver Nabers takes a ‘big step’ in knee recovery

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BY STEPHEN WHYNO

AP sportswriter

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Saints wide receiver Jordyn Tyson catches a pass during training camp on Saturday at the team’s practice facility in Metairie. Tyson left Thursday’s practice early with a lower-body injury.

Saints WR Tyson leaves practice with ‘leg’ issue day, Tyson was slow to get up after Back and forth catching a Tyler Shough pass near the sideline. He then met with trainStaff writers With training camp hitting a ers, who took him back inside the different phase this week, the Jordyn Tyson left practice early team’s facility for further exami- Saints have added a new wrinkle in their kicking competition beThursday with a lower-body inju- nation. He did not return. tween incumbent Charlie Smyth and ry, putting a damper on what has challenger Tanner Brown. Prior to been a promising training camp Preseason plan for the New Orleans Saints rookie The New Orleans Saints won’t this week, the kickers alternated wide receiver. play many, if any, of their starters days taking live attempts. This Coach Kellen Moore said Tyson had in Saturday’s preseason opener week, to make sure both received “something with his leg,” but add- against the Jacksonville Jaguars. the same reps, they instead have That means Spencer Rattler will get alternated kicks on the same day ed he didn’t have any additional of practice. information. The wide receiver the nod at quarterback. Intentionally or not, it has addMoore confirmed Thursday that famously dealt with a hamstring injury last fall that lingered into Rattler will start Saturday’s ex- ed a competitive element to the the NFL draft. hibition in place of Shough. The competition, with each kicker Saints general manager Mickey Saints opted to rest their starters following the other on the field. Loomis said last month that Tyson since they held a joint practice On the first day of the shared also had a “recurrence” of the is- with the Jaguars on Thursday, an rotation, Brown had the upper sue in the pre-draft process that opportunity that pits the starting hand, making all seven of his atled New Orleans to keep him out of offenses and defenses against tempts (including an extra point drills throughout OTAs and man- each other in game-like situations. to close out a two-minute drill) Rattler, entering his third year, while Smyth went 5 for 6 from the datory minicamp. “We’ll probably get more infor- won the starting job last season. same distances, with his lone miss The quarterback went 1-7 in those coming wide left from 54 yards mation (Friday),” Moore said. Before the injury, Tyson had starts, leading Moore to make a Wednesday, that script flipped. strung together a good series of change. Smyth made all six of his attempts, But New Orleans has said it still including a 53-yard “game-winpractices in which he appeared healthy. The Saints still managed values Rattler, opting not to trade ner” during a two-minute drill to his workload on occasion — such him elsewhere after the signing of close practice. Brown also made a as preventing him from partici- Zach Wilson. go-ahead field goal from 54 yards Moore left open the possibil- at the end of the two-minute pepating in 1-on-1 drills — but the 22-year-old increasingly dazzled ity that fourth-string quarterback riod, but he banged one off the left in team drills when given the reps. Hunter Dekkers also could receive ac- upright from 51 yards, finishing Against Jacksonville on Thurs- tion. his day 5 for 6.

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and Vernon Broughton. The latter was encouraging for the Saints to Continued from page 1C see as they had been monitoring that area after Bryan Bresee’s season-ending ACL injury. In the final two-minute drill, bright spot on a spirited, back-andLawrence was arguably sacked forth day between the two units. “We’ve always known that our de- three times in six reps. He spiked fense has something special,” safe- the ball out of frustration in lieu ty Julian Blackmon said. “It’s just of a seventh snap, leading the Jagup to us to realize it and to attack uars’ backups to take the ﬁeld. “I feel like we had responded,” everything. And I think from the D-line to the linebackers to the sec- Young said. “Everybody was tired. ondary, we have a lot of solid pieces I’m tired now. We communicated. We still was getting off the ball. I love and we’re all really connected. what we put on tape today because “I think that it showed.” it just showed how tough we were.”

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At first, Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence experienced the kind of trouble the Saints’ firstteam defense had been giving Tyler Shough for weeks. Lawrence’s first pass was picked off on a nice read from Blackmon. He then took a likely sack on his next attempt, when Carl Granderson got there quickly. His third and fourth series resulted in several pass breakups and sacks. The Saints looked as if they were headed for a statement performance. But as the day got literally warmer, Lawrence heated up. The former first overall pick found a rhythm with five straight completions on a drive in which the Saints still managed to hold the Jaguars to a field goal. Still, the series got Lawrence cooking. He diced the Saints in the red zone with three straight touchdowns inside the 7. He then had two more touchdowns when he returned for a second red-zone series. The Saints also had trouble stopping the Jaguars’ talented receiver trio of Parker Washington, Jakobi Meyers and former LSU star Brian Thomas. As ugly as the stretch was, the Saints bounced back before the session was over. And the defensive line was a huge reason why. In addition to Young’s standout day, the Saints received good interior pressure from Nathan Shepherd

Early scufﬂe Saints coach Kellen Moore had said he wanted his team to avoid the on-field fights that typically come with joint practices. He mostly got his wish. Near the beginning of practice, there was a fracas when the Jaguars appeared to take exception to a hit from cornerback Quincy Riley. Yelling and some shoving between the two sides ensued, but no punches appeared to be thrown. Cornerback Kool-Aid McKinstry didn’t help matters when he came ﬂying to shove a Jaguars player during the scrum. The Saints coaches pulled the 23-year-old out of there quickly, leading McKinstry to get benched for a few snaps while the former second-rounder cooled off.

Play of the day Blackmon set the tone when he opened practice by picking off Lawrence. The safety apparently thrives in joint practices. He had two picks in last year’s session against the Los Angeles Rams. For Thursday’s play, Blackmon said he didn’t try to bait the Jaguars quarterback into the mistake, but rather was just patient, stuck to his keys and tracked the ball to force the turnover. “Quarterbacks in joint practices are willing to throw a lot more risky than a game,” Blackmon said. “Sometimes, they kind of

force the ball rather than just playing how a game would go.”

Odds and ends n Riley had arguably his best practice of camp, forcing several pass breakups and holding his own against Jacksonville’s talented receivers. n The Saints’ struggles in the red zone were a minor disappointment, given how dominant the defense had been in that area against its own offense throughout camp. There even appeared to be a rare coverage bust in which Meyers went completely unaccounted for. That’s something the Saints will have to clean up. n Lawrence’s accuracy really stood out in the middle of the field — and perhaps raised questions about how the New Orleans linebackers will hold up in coverage. Kaden Elliss and Pete Werner were often the nearest defenders on such throws, although that doesn’t necessarily indicate they were the ones responsible for allowing the catch. But the completions were a reminder that the Saints lost Demario Davis in free agency and have to account for his absence. n Jonas Sanker was in a new number Thursday, taking No. 7 off the hands of quarterback Hunter Dekkers, now in No. 13. Sanker also left practice early with what looked like a cut over his eye, but he joined his teammates on the field before the day was over. n Terrell Burgess also suffered a lower-leg injury, creating an opportunity for Elliott Davison. He took advantage, recording an interception off Jacksonville quarterback Nick Mullens. n Injured defenders Cam Jordan (hamstring), Davon Godchaux (ankle), Rejzohn Wright (hip) and Chris Rumph (ankle) watched from the sideline. Jordan was spotted wearing a weighted vest. With Godchaux out, defensive tackle Khristian Boyd — not rookie Christen Miller — took first-team reps at nose tackle.

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Malik Nabers wore a red no-contact jersey like the quarterbacks and caught a handful of passes from them, much to the delight of the players around him. The New York Giants’ No. 1 receiver isn’t full go yet, but doing that much in team drills at practice on Thursday represented the latest sign of progress in his long road back from a torn ACL in his right knee. “Everybody was happy that he was out there because it’s a big step,” coach John Harbaugh said about the former LSU star after what he called a no-physicality session without pads. “It’s a big step to get into team drills, so for him to do that, it was a milestone, I would say, for our team.” The next milestone for Nabers would seem to be increased participation in 11-on-11 drills, with the aim of getting ramped up in time for the season opener Sept. 13 at home against Dallas. For the vast majority of training camp, the 23-year-old has been doing just individual drills. Nabers was on the ﬁeld for a team workout one day earlier this month at The Greenbrier in West Virginia. But this was decidedly different. “This was hearing a play call, getting lined up, doesn’t know what’s going on (defensively), reacting,” wide receivers coach Chad Hall said. “He wasn’t untouched. In West Virginia, that was like a gloriﬁed walk-through. This was a lot more intense.” Hall was on the receiving end of some unintended intensity when working on the side with Nabers trying to simulate a cornerback covering him. Nabers smacked Hall in the face with his helmet, giving him a busted lip that required stitches. “I thought I was OK, but he looked at me and said I’m going to need some stitches,” Hall said.

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Continued from page 1C were perfect throws that weren’t hauled in. Shough was in attack mode for much of Thursday. While he had his share of outlet throws and check-downs, he pushed the ball vertically with solid success. He found Chris Olave wide open on a wheel route for a touchdown during one particularly effective team period, but he also hit Bryce Lance for another likely score on a beautifully layered sail route, dropping it right over the defender’s outstretched hands. Shough had another deep ball for Olave that was placed perfectly, but the defensive back punched it out at the last moment. His connection with his star wideout looked as good as it did for chunks of last season. The pair connected on another touchdown during a red-zone period when Olave beat his defender cleanly with a jerk route, with Olave selling a shallow cross before snapping off his route to the near pylon. They nearly followed it up with another when Olave speared a one-handed catch but couldn’t get both feet inbounds. Shough also connected with Devaughn Vele, with Vele hauling in each of his six targets. The chemistry those two have built was evident Thursday, with several of Shough’s completions to Vele coming on anticipation throws. Shough also showed off his touch in the red zone, ﬂoating a throw to the back of the end zone for a touchdown to Vele. The overwhelming majority of Shough’s completions went to his wide receivers. After leaning heavily on the backs and tight ends early in camp, 17 of Shough’s 26 completions went to wideouts. Shough closed practice by going 6-of-8 passing in the two-minute drill, including a fourth-and-3 conversion to tight end Juwan Johnson. One of those incompletions was a spiked ball to set up a go-ahead ﬁeld goal as time expired.

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New york Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers takes a break during training camp on Monday in East Rutherford, N.J. The former LSU standout is recovering from a torn ACL in his right knee.

“Went and got some stitches real quick and came back out there.” Hall was back to see Nabers run routes and catch throws from Jaxson Dart, Jameis Winston and Brandon Allen. Harbaugh said players expressed excitement during meetings when it came up that Nabers was getting an increased role, and that was evident in the cheers from teammates. “I know it was special for him,” Hall said. ”The whole team’s excited. After his first catch, people were hooting and hollering. But he’s grinded. He’s worked so hard to get back to this point to get back on the field. It’s still going to be slow, but it was good to see him out there and I know it’s just a confidence-builder for him.” How much, if at all, Dart and the first-team offense play in the Giants’ first preseason game Saturday against Minnesota is something Harbaugh plans to make a mystery. “You’ll see when the game comes,” Harbaugh said. “It’ll make the speculation so much more fun if you don’t know exactly what’s going to happen.”

remember it’s not the real thing. Had the Jaguars’ pass rush been able to make contact with Shough, the day might have looked different. The very first live snap featured the play being blown dead before Shough could get a pass off because he was enveloped by the Jacksonville defensive line. It was one of three such plays in the practice. But there were many others that, depending on who is grading the play, could have been ruled a sack. Shough’s ﬁrst completion of the day was a beautiful throw to Olave on the sideline. He made a leaping catch over Jaguars corner Travis Hunter and turned upfield, but in a live game setting, Jaguars pass rusher Travon Walker likely would have blown that play up (Walker slowed down before he got to Shough in practice). Pass protection is never going to be perfect in the NFL, but there was a lot of pressure for Shough to navigate.

Up-and-down rookies Barion Brown continued to demand a role on the offense. He made arguably the catch of the day on the first play of a twominute period to close practice, leaping over a Jaguars defender to snare a pass from Spencer Rattler deep downﬁeld. That play effectively set up a game-winning field goal for Tanner Brown to end practice. Jordyn Tyson also had some very nice moments early in practice, catching all three of his targets in the opening sequence. But he was forced to leave practice early with what coach Kellen Moore called a leg injury after landing hard on the ground after a catch-and-run on a crossing route. Lance had the nice aforementioned touchdown from Shough in team drills, and he made a great effort to high-point a near touchdown in the red zone from Shough, though his momentum carried him out of bounds. But there were two more plays later in practice that Lance was unable to make through contact. Rookie tight end Oscar Delp has had a quiet training camp, and he looks like a player who is still learning the ins and outs of the playbook. He had one target Thursday, an easy pitch and catch in the ﬂat, but he lost focus and dropped the ball.

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Spieth shares lead in St. Jude Championship The Associated Press MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Jordan Spieth believes he’s playing better golf and he ﬁnally got a score to show for it Thursday. He was bogey-free for a 5-under 65 that gave him a five-way share of the lead in the FedEx St. Jude Championship and boosted his hopes of extending his season. Rocket Classic champion Michael Thorbjornsen, Jake Knapp, Michael Kim and Kurt Kitayama also opened with 65s in the sweltering heat at the TPC Southwind. Spieth and Kim are outside the top 50 in the FedEx Cup who advance to the BMW Championship next week. This is the second straight year Spieth, at No. 54 and winless in more than four years, has been on the bubble going into the postseason. He was at No. 48 a year ago and fell out of the top 50. He said the difference is the way he feels he is playing, even though he is the only player from the top 70 who qualified who has yet to register a top 10 this year. “I’m just in a very different place about the game of golf than I was the last couple seasons heading into this event,” Spieth said. “Again, if it’s going

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Jordan Spieth hits a shot on the first hole during the first round of the St. Jude Championship on Thursday in Memphis, Tenn. to work out, great. If it doesn’t, I know next year is going to be an awesome year for me. So it takes a lot of the stress off of this week.” Kim is at No. 61 and likely would need to ﬁnish at least 11th to have a chance to move on. But it’s just one round, and it was crowded at the top. Seven

New coordinator’s ‘Go-Go’ offense arrives at Colorado

BY PAT GRAHAM AP sportswriter

FOUNTAIN, Colo. — Some Colorado players describe the “Go-Go” offense as “backyard football.” Their coach and architect of the fast-paced scheme likened it to basketball on grass. This unorthodox system featuring unbalanced formations could be just the innovation to highlight the talents of young quarterback — point guard? — Julian “JuJu” Lewis and unlock what’s been a stagnant Buffaloes run game. First-year Colorado coordinator Brennan Marion left his head coaching job at Sacramento State to install an offense in which he literally wrote the book. It’s a 68-page how-to guide that’s titled, simply enough, “Go-Go Offense.” Longtime coach Gus Malzahn even wrote the book’s introduction. The basic structure: QB in the shotgun position and running backs lined up side-by-side in the backfield. From there, it’s orchestrated misdirection with a run-first slant. The Buffaloes haven’t had a 100-yard rusher in a game since Alex Fontenot went for 108 on Nov. 11, 2022, at Southern Cal. “I really enjoy” the system, running back DeKalon Taylor said. “It takes me back to being a little kid almost.” When the defense keys too much on the tailbacks, Lewis can show off his arm. His quick reads on “RPO” — runpass option — plays are the driving force behind this hybrid concoction where skill players move around the formation in an effort to create open space (much like basketball). Lewis flashed the skill set that made him a highly touted recruit late last year in a season where the Buffaloes finished 3-9. For what it might resemble, simply glance at the numbers posted by Jayden Maiava, the UNLV quarterback in 2023 when Marion was the offensive coordinator of the Rebels. Maiava had 3,085 yards passing and 17 scores, while rushing for 277 yards and three TDs. “ C o a c h M a r i o n , h e ’s unbelievable,” said coach Deion Sanders, who kicks off his fourth season with Colorado on Sept. 3 at Georgia Tech. “I was going to say genius. I don’t want to call anybody a genius because you’re going to hold them accountable to that. But he’s unbelievable at getting guys the ball in the manner they’re accustomed to getting it.” Marion created the concepts back in his high school coaching days. The offensive mastermind had the freedom to experiment and used the field as his lab. “I was doing all types of goofy stuff out there,” explained

Marion, who inherits the coordinator role from Pat Shurmur. “Just young, dumb, just trying stuff, just having fun out there.” As Marion moved through the ranks — Arizona State, Oklahoma Baptist, Howard, William & Mary, Hawaii, Pittsburgh, Texas, UNLV — and filled different coaching spots, he fined-tuned his high-tempo offense. He hung around the defensive coaches, too, just to get their perspective. Marion really views the offense through a receiver’s prism. That’s hardly a surprise, given he played the position at Tulsa in 2007-08 under the direction of Malzahn, who was the co-offensive coordinator. Marion had 82 catches for 2,356 yards and 19 TDs in his two seasons with the Golden Hurricane. “At heart, I know how to (create) a receiver in my sleep,” Marion said. “Give me any guy and we’ll find a 1,000-yard receiver out of them.” That’s music to the ears of receivers such as DeAndre Moore Jr., who arrived at Colorado from Texas where he caught 77 receptions for 988 receiving yards and 11 touchdowns over three seasons. “Backyard football,” Moore said when asked how he’d describe the “Go-Go” offense to friends. “We have a lot of options to do whatever we want to do and it’s not just, ‘Oh, you have to run certain routes.’ ... He allows that freedom from the tight end room to the running back room to the receiver room.” At its core, this is an offense based on complete buy-in, with unselfishness a key component. For instance, failure to carry out a fake to draw the linebacker or safety away can sabotage an entire play. The bond between the Buffaloes may have been fortified by recently spending a few days together in Fountain, Colorado. Relationships were built through practices, games (UNO and dominoes proved popular) and just hanging out. “Not too many places around the country you can go into a building and be yourself,” Moore said. “It’s a real family, a real brotherhood, a real bond.” A real chance to score a bunch of points, too. With Marion overlooking the offense, the Rebels averaged more than 35 points per game in 2024 and 34.4 in ’23. Colorado averaged 20.9 points last season and 32.9 with Shedeur Sanders and Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter in ‘24. “To me, when we’re operating at our fullest, we’re winning,” Marion said. “I want to operate in a system to give them championship habits and gives them ability to go win games and win plays.”

players — including defending FedEx Cup champion Tommy Fleetwood, Hideki Matsuyama, Gary Woodland and Adam Scott — were at 66. Four others were another stroke back. So much emphasis is on getting into the top 50 because that locks up all the $20 million signature events for next season. Spieth

has been on the outside the last two years and knows what’s on the line this week. More than half the field, however, already is assured of heading to Bellerive in St. Louis for the BMW Championship. For the likes of Woodland and Scott — both just inside the top 30 — a good week could lock them up for the Tour Championship and a shot at playing for the FedEx Cup. It all comes with a reward of getting in all the majors. “My only feeling has been make the most of this week, then it’s all upside for me,” Scott said. “There’s so much to gain from a good week right now, not only for the remainder of this season. It’s possible to lock up a spot in the Tour Championship this week, but also what it does into next year, the signatures and all the majors. “It sets me up for what can be a year on my terms, which will be nice.” Scottie Scheffler, the No. 1 player in the world who has played the TPC Southwind more times (seven) without winning than any other course on the PGA Tour, opened with a 68. He was playing alongside Masters champion Rory McIlroy, who skipped last year knowing that

his result had no bearing on his position the rest of the playoffs. McIlroy finished bogey-bogeydouble bogey for 74. The attention falls to Spieth, who won three legs of the career Grand Slam before his 24th birthday. But he had wrist surgery at the end of 2024 and has struggled to contend. He opened with eight pars, finally got a putt to fall, and then ran off four birdies in a five-hole stretch, including a 40-footers on the par-3 14th. Mostly, no bogeys on the card was a plus. “I just tried to come into this week and just be as patient, nonreactive as possible, dumb it down to try to win the golf tournament and not worry about anything else,” Spieth said. “Just knowing that I’m a lot better golfer than I’ve been in a very long time and continue to believe in that. If low scores come, they come. If they don’t, it doesn’t change the fact that I know that I’m better than I’ve been in a long time.” Jackson Koivun, who won the 3M Open in his third start as a pro and narrowly got the final spot in the postseason at No. 70, played as a single and shot 71. The 69-man field is due to Daniel Berger choosing not to play, and there are no alternates.

Former LSU pitcher throws down for Phillies

ASSOCIATED PRESS PHOTO By CHARLIE NEIBERGALL

Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Aaron Nola throws a pitch during the first inning of a game against the Minnesota Twins at the ‘Field of Dreams’ movie site on Thursday in Dyersville, Iowa.

Fever All-Stars Boston, Mitchell disappointed by fans booing coach BY MICHAEL MAROT AP sportswriter

INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana Fever All-Stars Aliyah Boston and Kelsey Mitchell supported coach Stephanie White on Thursday, saying they were disappointed by the boos during White’s introduction at Tuesday’s home game. The comments came two days after a fiery, 2 ½-minute monologue by White during which she defended herself after some critics contended she didn’t show enough support for guard Sophie Cunningham when she took a hit across the head and neck area last weekend at Chicago. Referees upgraded the foul from a Flagrant 1 to a Flagrant 2, resulting in an ejection of Sky guard DiJonai Carrington. “I think Steph does a great job with us,” Boston said before practice. “We love her and appreciate her and so to hear (boos), it was really annoying, honestly, and disrespectful. But for us, the main thing is the main thing, and we said we’re going to come out here and get that win.” They did win — in resounding fashion, 106-92 over the Commissioner’s Cup champion New York Liberty. Following the game, Cunningham and three-time AllStar Caitlin Clark both backed their coach. Cunningham told reporters she had no problem with White’s comments after the Sky game that she thought the refs made the right call, but that she didn’t think Carrington was intentionally trying to hit Cunningham above the neck. Carrington also wrote “WHITE

AP PHOTO By MICHAEL CONROy

Indiana Fever head coach Stephanie White cheers as the Indiana Fever plays the New york Liberty during a game in Indianapolis on Tuesday.

PRIVILEGE” and tagged the Fever account on social media after the ejection. She has since explained she never claimed the foul was a result of white privilege. Before Tuesday’s game, White said she had not seen a replay of what happened before her postgame availability Saturday. When she did watch it later, she called the foul “egregious.” But the delay put White squarely in the middle of yet another controversy and Indiana Lieutenant Governor Micah Beckwith even used his social media account to call for White’s ﬁring. Clark, Cunningham, Boston and Mitchell disagree. “I told her to her face, I said, ‘Coach, you know this is for you,’

in terms of a sense of conﬁdence, a sense of awareness that she’s not alone,” Mitchell said, referring to Tuesday’s pregame conversation. “It’s like it really hurt my feelings to see her kind of have emotions in terms of not feeling valued and not feeling wanted in a place where she has to coach. At the end of the day, this is her job and she has to shows up, too, and I think people don’t really realize that but it’s our job to remind her.” The boos came as a surprise to some for such an iconic ﬁgure in her basketball-rich home state. She finished her high school career at Seeger, a school located between Indy and Purdue’s campus in West Lafayette, as the state’s career scoring leader in girls basketball. She led the Boilermakers to the 1998-99 national championship, was one of the original Fever players in 2000 and was an assistant coach on the Fever’s 2012 WNBA title team. The league’s 2023 coach of the year returned to Indiana as head coach last season and came within one win of taking a severely injury-riddled Indiana team to the WNBA Finals. Clark didn’t like what happened, but understands because she has also been the target of boos. “I hated that our fans booed, to be honest, and you can disagree with this and that, I get it,” Clark said Tuesday. “It’s professional sports, people are going to boo. But, at the end of the day, that’s our head coach and we’re going to ride for her and we’re always going to have her back and that’s never going to tear our locker room apart.”

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MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL American League East Division

National League

Tampa Bay New York Boston Toronto Baltimore

W 74 68 65 59 58

L 46 53 56 64 63

Pct .617 .562 .537 .480 .479

GB — 6½ 9½ 16½ 16½

Chicago Detroit Minnesota Cleveland Kansas City

W 62 60 60 59 49

L 58 61 62 63 73

Pct .517 .496 .492 .484 .402

GB — 2½ 3 4 14

Houston Texas Seattle Athletics Los Angeles

W 62 60 57 47 47

L 60 61 65 74 74

Pct .508 .496 .467 .388 .388

GB — 1½ 5 14½ 14½

Central Division

West Division

Wednesday’s games

Minnesota 7, Baltimore 5 Tampa Bay 8, Athletics 4 Houston 2, San Francisco 1 Cleveland 6, Detroit 4 Toronto 6, Boston 4 Chicago White Sox 5, Cincinnati 0 N.Y. Yankees 10, Seattle 5 L.A. Dodgers 4, Kansas City 2 L.A. Angels 5, Texas 2

Thursday’s games

Detroit 3, Cleveland 0 Cincinnati 9, Chicago White Sox 8 Seattle 1, N.Y. Yankees 0 Boston 7, Toronto 0 Philadelphia at Minnesota, n Texas at L.A. Angels, n

Friday’s games

ASSOCIATED PRESS PHOTO By GENE J. PUSKAR

Heavy pressure

Green Bay Packers quarterback Kyle McCord throws a pass under duress from Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Jamin Davis during a preseason game on Thursday night in Pittsburgh. The Steelers won 28-9.

SCOREBOARD Odds NFL Friday

FAVORITE OPEN TODAY O/U Miami 1½ 3½ (36½) at NY JETS 1½ 5½ (35½) Denver 3½ 4½ (40½)

UNDERDOG at WASH. Tampa Bay at ATLANTA

Saturday

FAVORITE OPEN TODAY O/U UNDERDOG Minnesota 1½ 2½ (41½) at NY GIANTS at BUFFALO 1½ 2½ (39½) Carolina Cleveland 1½ 3½ (40½) at CHICAGO at NEW ORLNS. 1½ 1½ (35½) Jacksonville at KAN. CITY 1½ 2½ (36½) LA Rams Philadelphia 2½ 3½ (37½) at BALTIMORE at SEATTLE 2½ 2½ (39½) Dallas

Major League Baseball American League

FAVORITE at DETROIT at TAMPA BAY N.Y Yankees at HOUSTON Kansas City at ATHLETICS

LINE OFF OFF -159 -133 -112 OFF

National League

UNDERDOG LINE Chicago White Sox OFF Baltimore OFF at TORONTO +129 Seattle +108 at LA ANGELS -111 Texas OFF

FAVORITE LINE at CHIC. CUBS -185 Miami -117 at N.Y METS -128 at ATLANTA OFF at LA DODGERS -185 Colorado -126

UNDERDOG St. Louis at CINCINNATI Washington Arizona Milwaukee at SAN FRAN.

LINE +148 -105 +104 OFF +149 +104

FAVORITE LINE Boston -143 at CLEVELAND -132

UNDERDOG at PITTSBURGH San Diego

LINE +117 +108

Interleague

Pro football Cincinnati 16, Detroit 14 Pittsburgh 28, Green Bay 9 Indianapolis at New England, n Arizona at Las Vegas, n L.A. Chargers at Houston, n Tennessee at San Francisco, n

Men’s singles

Qualiﬁcation Mark Lajal, Estonia, def. Aleksandar Vukic (12), Australia, 6-7 (3), 6-3, 6-4. Nicolas Mejia, Colombia, def. Henrique Rocha, Portugal, 7-5, 4-6, 6-3. Round of 128 Martin Landaluce, Spain, def. Jack Draper, Britain, 6-3, 7-5. Cameron Norrie, Britain, def. Dino Prizmic, Croatia, 3-6, 6-1, 6-4. Denis Shapovalov, Canada, def. Adrian Mannarino, France, 6-1, 6-4. Miomir Kecmanovic, Serbia, def. Camilo Ugo Carabelli, Argentina, 6-3, 6-3. Jan-Lennard Struff, Germany, def. Roman Andres Burruchaga, Argentina, 7-6 (4), 2-6, 6-3. Thiago Agustin Tirante, Argentina, def. Jan Choinski, Britain, 7-6 (9), 6-7 (7), 7-6 (4). Mariano Navone, Argentina, def. Raphael Collignon, Belgium, 6-3, 7-6 (3).

Friday’s games

Denver at Atlanta, 6 p.m. Miami at Washington, 6 p.m. Tampa Bay at N.Y. Jets, 6 p.m.

Saturday’s games

Carolina at Buffalo, noon Cleveland at Chicago, noon Minnesota at N.Y. Giants, noon Jacksonville at New Orleans, 3 p.m. L.A. Rams at Kansas City, 3 p.m. Philadelphia at Baltimore, 6 p.m. Dallas at Seattle, 7 p.m.

Pro basketball WNBA glance W 21 21 19 20 12 10 8

L 12 12 13 14 22 23 24

Pct GB .636 — .636 — .594 1½ .588 1½ .353 9½ .303 11 .250 12½

W 28 24 23 20 13 12 13 7

L 7 9 11 14 20 20 22 28

Pct GB .800 — .727 3 .676 4½ .588 7½ .394 14 .375 14½ .371 15 .200 21

WESTERN CONFERENCE

x-Minnesota Golden State Las Vegas Dallas Portland Los Angeles Phoenix Seattle x-clinched playoff spot

Wednesday’s games

Dallas 94, Toronto 88 Minnesota 85, Portland 81 Golden State 91, Chicago 71

Thursday’s games

Atlanta 104, Connecticut 69 Los Angeles at New York, n Washington at Las Vegas, n

Friday’s games

Dallas at Indiana, 6:30 p.m. Portland at Seattle, 9 p.m.

Qualiﬁcation Hanne Vandewinkel (8), Belgium, def. Rebecca Sramkova, Slovakia, 6-4, 3-6, 6-3. Wang Xiyu (9), China, def. Polina Kudermetova (14), Russia, 6-3, 6-2. Emiliana Arango (10), Colombia, def. Nadia Podoroska, Argentina, 4-6, 7-5, 6-3. Round of 128 Kamilla Rakhimova, Russia, def. Kimberly Birrell, Australia, 6-2, 6-2. Taylor Townsend, United States, def. Camila Osorio, Colombia, 3-6, 6-3, 6-3. Zeynep Sonmez, Turkiye, def. Daria Kasatkina, Russia, 2-6, 7-6 (4), 6-3. Anhelina Kalinina, Ukraine, def. Darja Vidmanova, Czechia, 4-6, 6-4, 6-2. Simona Waltert, Switzerland, def. Petra Marcinko, Croatia, 5-7, 6-4, 6-2. Lois Boisson, France, def. Ashlyn Krueger, United States, 6-3, 6-2. Elena-Gabriela Ruse, Romania, def. Magda Linette, Poland, 6-0, 6-3. Magdalena Frech, Poland, def. Antonia Ruzic, Croatia, 6-2, 7-5. Tatjana Maria, Germany, def. Dayana Yastremska, Ukraine, 6-1, 6-2. Diane Parry, France, def. Caroline Dolehide, United States, 6-4, 7-6 (7). Cristina Bucsa, Spain, def. Panna Udvardy, Hungary, 6-2, 1-6, 7-5.

Wild-card glance American League

FedEx St. Jude Championship At TPC Southwind; Memphis, Tenn. Purse: $20 million Yardage: 7,288; Par: 70

First round

Women’s singles

Major League Baseball

Golf

Michael Kim Kurt Kitayama Jake Knapp Jordan Spieth Michael Thorbjornsen Bud Cauley Tommy Fleetwood Chris Gotterup Sungjae Im Hideki Matsuyama Adam Scott Gary Woodland Sam Burns Min Woo Lee Patrick Rodgers Xander Schauffele Nicolas Echavarria Harris English Rickie Fowler Viktor Hovland Maverick McNealy Scottie Schefﬂer Alex Smalley Sepp Straka Ludvig Åberg Jacob Bridgeman Patrick Cantlay Wyndham Clark

Tennis At Lindner Family Tennis Center; Cincinnati Purse: $9,415,725 Surface: Hardcourt outdoor

Thursday’s games

EASTERN CONFERENCE

36-33—69 -1 36-33—69 -1 33-36—69 -1 35-34—69 -1 36-33—69 -1 35-34—69 -1 34-35—69 -1 35-34—69 -1 32-38—70 E 33-37—70 E 35-35—70 E 34-36—70 E 34-36—70 E 34-36—70 E 37-34—71 +1 32-39—71 +1 35-36—71 +1 38-33—71 +1 36-35—71 +1 36-35—71 +1 36-35—71 +1 35-36—71 +1 35-36—71 +1 34-37—71 +1 35-36—71 +1 35-37—72 +2 36-36—72 +2 36-36—72 +2 36-36—72 +2 35-37—72 +2 35-37—72 +2 38-35—73 +3 34-39—73 +3 37-36—73 +3 34-39—73 +3 34-39—73 +3 38-35—73 +3 38-35—73 +3 36-37—73 +3 36-38—74 +4 43-39—82 +12

Western & Southern Open

NFL preseason glance

Indiana Atlanta Washington New York Chicago Toronto Connecticut

Ryo Hisatsune Tom Kim Shane Lowry Keith Mitchell Sam Stevens Nick Taylor Sahith Theegala Cameron Young Matt Fitzpatrick Ryan Gerard Brian Harman Si Woo Kim Justin Thomas Sudarshan Yellamaraju Corey Conners Pierceson Coody Alex Fitzpatrick Russell Henley Jackson Koivun Collin Morikawa Alex Noren J.T. Poston Aldrich Potgieter Jordan L. Smith J.J. Spaun Akshay Bhatia Ricky Castillo Eric Cole Harry Hall Aaron Rai Kristoffer Reitan Michael Brennan Ryan Fox Ben Grifﬁn Max Homa Nicolai Højgaard Matthew McCarty Justin Rose Matti Schmid Rory McIlroy Robert MacIntyre

32-33—65 33-32—65 34-31—65 34-31—65 34-31—65 34-32—66 31-35—66 33-33—66 33-33—66 36-30—66 34-32—66 32-34—66 33-34—67 33-34—67 34-33—67 33-34—67 34-34—68 32-36—68 34-34—68 32-36—68 34-34—68 34-34—68 34-34—68 34-34—68 34-34—68 35-34—69 35-34—69 33-36—69

-5 -5 -5 -5 -5 -4 -4 -4 -4 -4 -4 -4 -3 -3 -3 -3 -2 -2 -2 -2 -2 -2 -2 -2 -2 -1 -1 -1

New York Boston Detroit Texas Minnesota Cleveland Toronto Baltimore Seattle

National League

W 68 65 60 60 60 59 59 58 57

L 53 56 61 61 62 63 64 63 65

Pct .562 .537 .496 .496 .492 .484 .480 .479 .467

WCGB +8 +5 — — ½ 1½ 2 2 3½

W L Pct WCGB Chicago 71 51 .582 +7 San Diego 65 57 .533 +1 Arizona 64 58 .525 — Philadelphia 64 58 .525 — Miami 62 60 .508 2 61 60 .504 2½ St. Louis Washington 60 63 .488 4½ Cincinnati 58 62 .483 5 Pittsburgh 59 64 .480 5½ Standings don’t include late Thursday games.

This Date in Baseball Aug. 14

1919 — Chicago’s Happy Felsch tied the major-league record with four outﬁeld assists in a game. The White Sox still lost to the Boston Red Sox 15-6. 1932 — Brooklyn’s John Quinn, 49, became the oldest pitcher to win a major league

game. Quinn pitched the last two innings of a 2-1, 10-inning win over the New York Giants. 1933 — Jimmie Foxx of the Philadelphia Athletics hit for the cycle and drove in nine runs in an 11-5 win over the Cleveland Indians. The nine RBIs set an American League record for one game, breaking the 22-year-old mark set by Topsy Hartzell of the New York Highlanders. 1958 — Vic Power of the Cleveland Indians stole home twice, in the eighth and 10th innings, in a 10-9 win over Detroit. He had only three steals all year. 1960 — Bill White of the St. Louis Cardinals hit for the cycle in a 9-4 loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates in the opening game of a doubleheader. 1971 — Bob Gibson of St. Louis pitched a nohitter, blanking the Pittsburgh Pirates 11-0. 1987 — Oakland’s Mark McGwire set a major league rookie record with his 39th homer of the season to help the A’s to a 7-6, 12-inning victory over the California Angels. 1998 — Baltimore’s Chris Hoiles became the ninth major leaguer and first catcher to hit two grand slams in one game. 2002 — Trevor Hoffman became the first reliever in major league history to have 30 or more saves in eight straight seasons in San Diego’s 6-2 win over the New York Mets. 2007 — Atlanta manager Bobby Cox was ejected after the fifth inning for arguing a called third strike in the Braves’ 5-4 victory over San Francisco. It was his 132nd ejection, breaking the mark set by Hall of Famer John McGraw. 2009 — Felix Pie became the fourth player in Orioles history to hit for the cycle, and Baltimore tied club records for extra-base hits and doubles in a 16-6 rout of the Los Angeles Angels. 2011 — Albert Pujols hit the longest home run at 6-year-old Busch Stadium in the St. Louis Cardinals’ 6-2 win over Colorado. Pujols’ two-run drive in the first inning was estimated at 465 feet. 2013 — Alfonso Soriano homered twice for the second straight night and drove in a career-high seven runs, giving him 13 RBIs in two games while powering the New York Yankees to an 11-3 victory over the Los Angeles Angels. 2015 — Matt Kemp hit a triple in the ninth for the first cycle in the history of the San Diego Padres, who beat the Colorado Rockies 9-5. 2018 — Atlanta’s Ronald Acuna Jr., 20, became the youngest major leaguer to homer in five straight games. 2021 — Arizona Diamondbacks Tyler Gilbert became the fourth pitcher and first in 68 years to throw a no-hitter in his initial big league start, leading Arizona over the San Diego Padres 7-0 with the record-tying eighth no-hitter of the season. 2024 — With a long ball off Chad Kuhl in the 8th inning, Aaron Judge reaches the 300 home run mark, doing so in fewer games (955) and at-bats (3,431) than anyone before him. The homer follows a rare intentional walk issued to Juan Soto and is part of an emphatic 10-2 win by the Yankees over the White Sox.

Transactions FOOTBALL

NFL CLEVELAND BROWNS — Signed CB Jeremiah McClendon. Waived CB Tyron Herring with an injury designation. DENVER BRONCOS — Signed OL Lecitus Smith. KANSAS CITY CHIEFS — Signed DE Emmanuel Ogbah. LAS VEGAS RAIDERS — Placed G Justin Pickett on injured reserve LOS ANGELES RAMS — Signed LB Monty Rice. NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS — Signed RB JaMycal Hasty. Placed RB Terrell Jennings on injured reserve. NEW YORK GIANTS — Signed DBs Ugo Amadi and Sam Webb. PITTSBURGH STEELERS — Signed LB Elandon Roberts. SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS — Placed DE KJ Henry on injured reserve.

Major League Baseball

American League BOSTON RED SOX — Placed RHP Garrett Whitlock on the 15-day IL, retroactive to Aug. 10. Recalled RHP Greg Weissert from Worcester (IL). DETROIT TIGERS — Placed OF James Outman on the 7-day IL. Recalled OF Trei Cruz from Toledo (IL). KANSAS CITY ROYALS — Agreed to terms with RHP Tony Gonsolin on a one-year contract and placed him on the 15-day IL. Designated RHP Eli Morgan for assignment. MINNESOTA TWINS — Reinstated OF Byron Buxton from the 10-day IL. Agreed to terms with RHP Germán Márquez on a minor league contract. NEW YORK YANKEES — Sent LHP Carlos Rodón on a rehab assignment to Somerset (EL). SEATTLE MARINERS — Agreed to terms with LHP Lael Lockhart on a minor league contract. TAMPA BAY RAYS — Agreed to terms with SS Joreg Mateo on a one-year contract. Designated RHP Trevor Martin for assignment. Optioned SS Carson Williams and RHP Michael Grove to Durham (IL). Recalled RHP Jesse Scholtens from Durham. TEXAS RANGERS — Sent 3B Jonah Bride outright to Round Rock (PCL). TORONTO BLUE JAYS — Placed LHP Brendon Little on paternity list. Recalled LHP Lazaro Estrada from Buffalo (IL). National League COLORADO ROCKIES — Sent 2B Edouard Julien outright to Albuquerque (PCL). LOS ANGELES DODGERS — Sent RHP Jonathan Hernández outright to Oklahoma City (PCL).

Boston (Bennett 7-5) at Pittsburgh (Chandler 5-8), 5:40 p.m. Chicago White Sox (TBD) at Detroit (Jobe 1-0), 5:40 p.m. Baltimore (Bradish 7-11) at Tampa Bay (Matz 5-4), 6:10 p.m. San Diego (King 7-8) at Cleveland (Williams 11-6), 6:10 p.m. N.Y. Yankees (Cole 6-5) at Toronto (Bieber 3-2), 6:15 p.m. Seattle (Kirby 8-9) at Houston (Lambert 8-6), 7:10 p.m. Kansas City (Lugo 5-7) at L.A. Angels (Rodriguez 3-5), 8:38 p.m. Texas (Rocker 4-9) at Athletics (Jump 5-7), 8:40 p.m.

East Division Atlanta Philadelphia Miami Washington New York

W 73 64 62 60 53

L 48 58 60 63 69

Pct .603 .525 .508 .488 .434

GB — 9½ 11½ 14 20½

Milwaukee Chicago St. Louis Cincinnati Pittsburgh

W 74 71 61 58 59

L 47 51 60 62 64

Pct .612 .582 .504 .483 .480

GB — 3½ 13 15½ 16

Los Angeles San Diego Arizona San Francisco Colorado

W 73 65 64 50 48

L 48 57 58 71 73

Pct .603 .533 .525 .413 .397

GB — 8½ 9½ 23 25

Central Division

West Division

Wednesday’s games

St. Louis 7, Philadelphia 1 Houston 2, San Francisco 1 Colorado 6, Arizona 4 San Diego 4, Milwaukee 3, 11 innings Miami 8, Pittsburgh 2 Atlanta 6, N.Y. Mets 3 Chicago Cubs 12, Washington 6 Chicago White Sox 5, Cincinnati 0 L.A. Dodgers 4, Kansas City 2

Thursday’s games

Pittsburgh 13, Miami 1 Cincinnati 9, Chicago White Sox 8 Washington 7, Chicago Cubs 0 Philadelphia at Minnesota, n Milwaukee at L.A. Dodgers, n

Friday’s games

St. Louis (Liberatore 5-9) at Chicago Cubs (Holmes 4-5), 1:20 p.m. Miami (Alcantara 13-6) at Cincinnati (Burns 13-2), 5:10 p.m. Boston (Bennett 7-5) at Pittsburgh (Chandler 5-8), 5:40 p.m. San Diego (King 7-8) at Cleveland (Williams 11-6), 6:10 p.m. Washington (Alvarez 2-3) at N.Y. Mets (Stock 0-2), 6:10 p.m. Arizona (Pfaadt 6-1) at Atlanta (Sale 12-7), 6:15 p.m. Milwaukee (Gasser 3-4) at L.A. Dodgers (Yamamoto 11-7), 9:10 p.m. Colorado (Freeland 3-10) at San Francisco (Roupp 7-11), 9:15 p.m.

BOX SCORES Washington 7, Chicago Cubs 0

Boston 7, Toronto 0

Chicago

Boston

Washington

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Detroit ab r hbi ab r h bi Kwan cf 4 0 0 0 Torres 2b 3 00 0 DeLauter rf 4 0 2 0 Dingler c 4 00 1 Bailey c 0 0 0 0 McGonigle 3b 4 1 1 0 Ramírez dh 3 0 0 0 Valencia dh 3 1 1 1 Lowe 1b 4 0 0 0 Keith ph-dh 0 0 0 0 Adell lf 4 0 0 0 Torkelson 1b 3 0 2 1 Bazzana 2b 3 0 0 0 Lee 3b 2 00 0 Genao 3b 3 0 0 0 McKinstry lf 2 0 0 0 Hedges c 2 0 0 0 Clark cf 4 00 0 Martínez ph-rf1 0 1 0 Báez lf-ss 3 11 0 Rocchio ss 3 0 1 0 Malgeri rf 2 01 0 Totals 31 0 4 0 Totals 30 3 6 3 Cleveland 000 000 000 — 0 Detroit 001 001 01x — 3 E — Messick (3), McGonigle (12). LOB — Cleveland 5, Detroit 7. 2B — Báez (7). HR — Valencia (5). SB — McGonigle (12). IP H R ER BB SO Cleveland Messick L,9-7 52⁄3 3 2 2 2 6 Yoho 11⁄3 1 0 0 0 2 1 Aleman ⁄3 2 1 1 1 0 2 Herrin ⁄3 0 0 0 0 0 Detroit 1 Montero W,9-7 6 ⁄3 3 0 0 1 0 Holton H,12 12⁄3 1 0 0 0 0 Jansen S,15-19 1 0 0 0 0 0 HBP — Messick (Malgeri). ABS Challenge — Torres (Strike-Conﬁrmed); Montero (Ball-Conﬁrmed); Herrin (Ball-Overturned to Strike). Umpires — Home, James Hoye; First, James Jean; Second, Sean Barber; Third, John Libka. T — 2:24. A — 31,777 (41,083).

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Festival to give away 600 tickets via community initiative BY KEITH SPERA Staff writer

Six hundred tickets to this fall’s fourth annual NOLA Funk Fest will be given away for free via a new community initiative called “Funk For All.” The tickets will be distributed through approved community organizations to “New Orleans-area residents for whom the price of a ticket is a barrier to attending,” according to a press release. NOLA Funk Fest is slated for Oct. 16-18 at Audubon Aquarium Riverfront Park. The headliner for Friday, Oct. 16 is Galactic featuring Jelly Joseph, augmented by Widespread Panic keyboardist Jojo Hermann and percussionist Domingo “Sunny” Ortiz. The opening night roster also includes Dumpstaphunk, Marc Broussard and the New Orleans Suspects with trombonist Big Sam. The Saturday, Oct. 17 lineup is topped by “A Tribute to Allen Toussaint” featuring the Allen Toussaint Orchestra, Irma Thomas, Ivan Neville, Davell Crawford, Cyril Neville, Deacon John, John Boutte, Neal Francis, Anders Osborne, John “Papa” Gros, David Torkanowsky and Elaine Foster. Also on Saturday, Neal Francis and Jojo Hermann will perform their own sets and the Lost Bayou Ramblers will reprise their Grammy-winning collaboration with the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra. The bill also includes Bonerama and CJ Chenier & the Red Hot Louisiana Band. On Sunday, Oct. 18, legendary Meters bassist George Porter Jr. & his Runnin’ Pardners will close out the festival with a “Supa Set” featuring special guests Stanton Moore of Galactic, Cyril Neville, Jojo Hermann, Sunny Ortiz, Eddie Roberts, Jen Hartswick, Chali 2na, Mark Mullins and Craig Klein.

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A dog named Skinny barks while on stage at The AllWays Lounge & Cabaret in New Orleans on July 17.

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A festivalgoer deploys a NOLA Funk Fest fan at Spanish Plaza on Oct. 17, 2025.

Other acts on Oct. 18 include Cima Funk, Anders Osborne with Jackie Green, Erica Falls with Chali 2na and Marcus Machado, River Eckert, CC Adcock & the Lafayette Marquis, the Breaks, Big Chief Juan Pardo’s Tribal Gold and the Original Pinettes Brass Band. The festival grounds will also include a Cajun Village. A three-day pass for Louisiana residents is $121, including fees. Discounted tickets are available for students, teachers, ﬁrst responders, military and healthcare workers. Community organizations wishing to distribute free tickets must apply by 5 p.m. Aug. 21 at nolafunkfest. com/funk-for-all. Federal- and state-recognized nonprofits, faith-based organizations, neighborhood and civic associations, social aid and pleasure clubs, cultural and heritage organizations, public schools, youth organizations and “established community groups operating without formal incorporation” are eligible to apply. The idea is to give tickets to residents of the greater New Orleans area who are “meaningfully engaged” with the organization applying on their behalf.

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A new happy hour in the Marigny features a special performer: A singing dog named Skinny BY KASEY BUBNASH | Staff writer

enrietta Alves’ prayer went a little something like this: “Dear Jesus, you just sent me a bass player. Now please send me a burlesque dancer.” She didn’t ask for a singing dog, but it was the cherry on top of a musical sundae sent straight from the heavens. Alves was on the tail end of a rough couple of years when professional upright bass player Stoo Odom and his dog, Skinny, walked into her life. After her 40-year career as a dueling pianist at Pat O’Brien’s came to an abrupt end during the COVID-19 pandemic, Alves was back out looking for gigs and other work for the ﬁrst time in decades. She’d just recently been offered a recurring slot at the Marigny’s AllWays Lounge & Cabaret when she found Odom performing on a lucky trip out for brunch

Vixi Vale, center, looks over her shoulder at Skinny the dog to see if he will sing while the band performs at The AllWays Lounge & Cabaret.

earlier this year. Hoping to create a risqué, “bawdy brothel singalong” aesthetic for the burlesque bar, Alves had set out in search of bandmates to ﬁll out her set. Now 82 and surviving largely on Social Security, those bandmates would ideally be musicians who weren’t interested in

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don’t have to be on the line. Dear Annie: I’ve been getting together with the same group of friends for more than 20 years. The group used to be much larger, but now there are only ﬁve of us. Two pairs have especially close friendships with each other outside the group, and I often feel like the ﬁfth wheel. One woman hardly says a word, another constantly complains about her husband, one is controlling and the other is a know-it-all. Honestly, I’ve lost interest in spending time with them, but at my age, everyone says staying

social is good, so I’m torn. My dilemma is: Do I keep showing up for the social connection or stop going because I no longer enjoy it? And if I do drop out, how should I go about it? If I simply disappear, I’m sure it’ll open up a lot of questions I don’t feel I need to answer. Help! — Fifth Wheel Dear Fifth Wheel: You’re right that staying social is important. But that doesn’t mean staying part of a friend group you’ve outgrown. Just as these four women have grown closer to each other, you’re allowed to branch out, too. You don’t need to make a big an-

nouncement or a dramatic exit. Just start saying no once in a while and only go when you actually want to — not because you feel like you have to. If someone asks where you’ve been, tell them you’ve been spending your time a little differently lately. You can’t make room for new friendships if you’re clinging to old ones that no longer ﬁt. It’s OK to stop being the ﬁfth wheel and start driving your own social life. Send your questions for Annie Lane to dearannie@creators. com.

TODAY IN HISTORY By The Associated Press Today is Friday, Aug. 14, the 226th day of 2026. There are 139 days left in the year. Today in history: On Aug. 14, 1935, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act into law, ensuring income for elderly Americans and creating a federal unemployment insurance program. Also on this date: In 1936, in front of an estimated 20,000 spectators, Rainey Bethea was hanged in Owensboro, Kentucky, in the last public execution in the United States. In 1942, President Franklin D. Roosevelt and British Prime Minister Winston Churchill signed the Atlantic Charter, which detailed the postwar goals of the two nations. In 1945, President Harry S. Truman announced that Imperial Japan had surrendered unconditionally, ending World War II. In 1947, Pakistan gained independence from British rule. In 1994, Ilich Ramirez Sanchez, the terrorist known as “Carlos the Jackal,” was captured by French agents in Sudan. In 1995, Shannon Faulkner officially became the first female cadet in the history of The Citadel, South Carolina’s state military college. (However, Faulkner withdrew from the school less than a week later, citing the stress of her court fight, and her isolation among the male cadets.) In 1997, an unrepentant Timothy McVeigh was formally sentenced to death for the Oklahoma City bombing. (McVeigh was executed by lethal injection in 2001.) In 2009, Charles Manson follower Lynette “Squeaky” Fromme, 60, convicted of trying to assassinate President Gerald Ford in 1975, was released from a Texas prison hospital after more than three decades behind bars. In 2016, Usain Bolt became the first athlete to win the 100-meter dash in three consecutive Olympics, taking gold at the Summer Games in Rio. In 2018, a 650-foot section of Genoa, Italy’s Morandi highway bridge collapsed in a rainstorm, sending dozens of vehicles plunging to the ground and killing 43 people. The bridge was part of a major route linking northern Italy with the French Riviera. In 2021, a 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck Haiti, turning thousands of structures into rubble; Haiti’s government put the death toll at more than 300,000, while a report commissioned by the U.S. government placed it between 46,000 and 85,000. Today’s birthdays: Broadway lyricist Lee Adams (“Bye Bye Birdie”) is 102. Country singer Connie Smith is 85. Comedianactor Steve Martin is 81. Film director Wim Wenders is 81. Singer-musician Larry Graham is 80. Actor Susan Saint James is 80. Author Danielle Steel is 79. “Far Side” cartoonist Gary Larson is 76. Actor Carl Lumbly is 75. Olympic gold medal swimmer Debbie Meyer is 74. Actor Jackee Harry is 70. NASCAR Hall of Famer Rusty Wallace is 70. Actor Marcia Gay Harden is 67. Basketball Hall of Famer Earvin “Magic” Johnson is 67. Singer Sarah Brightman is 66. Actor Susan Olsen (TV: “The Brady Bunch”) is 65. Actor Halle Berry is 60. Golfer Darren Clarke is 58. Actor Catherine Bell is 58. Actor Mila Kunis is 43. Actor Lamorne Morris is 43. Actor Marsai Martin is 22.

Michael Fedor sketches the performers at The AllWays Lounge & Cabaret in New Orleans on July 17.

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Continued from page 1D getting paid much — if anything. “Hey,” she remembers asking Odom during a break, “do you love your work so much that you would work for nothin’?” “It depends,” he replied, though Alves eventually persuaded him to give her his number. Within about an hour, she’d also stumbled upon a burlesque dancer. Her prayers had been answered in full. Skinny wasn’t part of the original deal. His official induction into the band that now plays twice a month at AllWays Lounge came later, when Alves and Odom were performing at a blues club in Biloxi. Odom was headed for Hattiesburg after the show, so club management let him bring his 6-year-old rescue on stage, where Skinny sat quietly as the show began. But the moving sounds of Alves’ first few notes proved too much for the musical mystery mix, who, to the delight of all in attendance, threw his head back and howled, echoing the first phrase that Alves sang as if it had been rehearsed. “And in that instant, he became the star of the show,” Alves said.

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Skinny the dog sits on stage while Stoo Odom plays the bass at The AllWays Lounge & Cabaret. in a tuxedo dickey and flanked by Alves on the keys, Odom on the upright bass, Connor Bigelow on the sax and burlesque dancer and washboard extraordinaire Vixi Vale on the floor, Skinny stared out at the audience warily before curling up to nap on stage for much of the show. Attendees leaned in closer and drew their phones practically every time Skinny opened his eyes, and especially when he stood to stretch. Sighs of disappointment were almost audible each time he titled his head back only to let a sleepy yawn escape. Even the busy bartender — wearing a skin-tight T-shirt that read “who’s a good boy?” — seemed pent up with anticipation. But when Skinny finally broke into a shockingly on-key howl, the cheers were deafening. “Good boy, good boy!” one audience member shouted as another rushed to the stage to lay a stack of dollar bills before the canine savant. Odom tucked these into Skinny’s harness, the same way Vale tucks tips beneath her bra straps mid-strut.

Skinny isn’t a trained performer, and his is an improvisational kind of style. “This is an artist, y’all,” Odom warned the crowd at AllWays Lounge on a recent Friday night in July, as attendees waited with bated breath to see what song might inspire the dog to take his Raising Skinny ﬁrst solo. It was Odom’s melodica that ultiWaiting for Skinny to sing is mately got Skinny in the mood for part of the allure, really. Dressed music that night, the same instru-

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community and Carnival organization plans to invite 225 unhoused Continued from page 1D individuals to the festival via its afﬁliated homeless ministry, Grace at the Green Light. The total of 825 free tickets Each participating organization will receive up to 20 tickets across amounts to roughly 5% of the festhe three days, while supplies last. tival’s expected three-day attenIn addition to underwriting dance of 16,000. “Funk For All,” the Funky Tucks The 2026 NOLA Funk Fest will

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“My purpose is for people to come in and be happy and feel better when they leave because they were there,” Alves said. “No one is gonna come see my show for some brilliant performance.” But the performance is kind of brilliant. Alves is entertaining with or without Skinny, with soulful vocals and a contagious, bubbly stage presence that features regular interruptions for self-deprecating jokes and cheery conversations with audience members. “What key is this in?” Alves asked her band in July before launching into yet another sexually suggestive song, following the likes of “Sweet Painted Lady” by Elton John and “Baby Got Back” by Sir Mix-a-Lot. “H,” saxophonist Bigelow replied. “Yeah,” Alves said, “I been playin’ in H a lot tonight.” That’s what drew AllWays Lounge owner Zalia BeVille to Alves when she caught a performance at Holy Diver in the 7th Ward. BeVille didn’t really have a time slot available, but she created one — the ﬁrst and third Friday of each month from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. (The gang will be back at it on Aug. 21.) The rest just fell into place. There were even signs of what was to come. Alves had been throwing Skinny Pop popcorn to the audience for months before she met the dog that helped turn things Becoming a band around. Now, after so many years of feelAlves doesn’t mind Skinny’s offthe-cuff style. As a longtime solo ing invisible while hunting for a artist with little band experience, new job, Alves hopes to pay it forshe operates the same way, often ward. That’s why she makes sure changing things up on a whim. to try and talk to every person who “Bless their hearts,” she said of comes to her shows. her band, “I do not know what the “I want them to know I see you hell I’m doing.” and I’m grateful for you,” she said.

ment that helped the pooch find his voice for the first time after he was adopted around 2022. Skinny was born a pandemic puppy before Hurricane Ida hit in August 2021. He was supposedly abandoned and left outside for the entirety of the Category 4 storm. A foster parent through Zeus’ Rescue told Odom the dog didn’t like men, but when Odom sat on a couch to greet him for the first time, Skinny jumped right up, stuffed his nose under Odom’s armpit and looked up at him. “Well, I guess I got a dog now,” Odom remembers saying. Skinny was “malnourished and mean” at first, hard to imagine for a dog that now regularly accepts pets and treats from adoring fans with a reserved calm and grace. But Odom said years of unconditional love and patience eventually brought Skinny around. That and musical therapy. Since Skinny’s first singalong with the melodica years ago, his repertoire has grown vastly and he’s been featured on multiple recorded albums. He especially loves harmonicas and accordions, and has been known to experiment with saxophones, pianos and certain human vocalists. But the melodica remains his favorite. “I pick up the melodica, and before I do anything, he just runs up to me and stares,” Odom said. “It’s like, ‘Come on, come on, let’s go, let’s go.’ ”

be the ﬁrst staged on the grassy area between the Audubon Aquarium and the Mississippi River. Last year’s Funk Fest was at Spanish Plaza behind the Four Seasons. Festival ticket giveaways are not unheard of. The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival distributes thousands of free tickets to area schools and community organiza-

tions. Gospel Tent sponsor Morris Bart has in recent years purchased two tickets for everyone who performs in the tent. NOLA Funk Fest is produced by the Louisiana Music & Heritage Experience, the immersive museum and cultural center organizers plan to build near the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center.

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ANYONE KNOWING the whereabouts of Cynthia Navarre please contact Jon S. McGill, Sr., Atty. (504) 2085551. 197314-Aug 13-15, 3t $67

KENNER Huge Indoor Sale 74 Androus Ave Saturday 8a-2p Sunday 9a-12p Furniture, appliances, tools, golf clubs, clothes, Entire household.

Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Jerry J. Sevin, Jr. should contact the Canzoneri Law Firm at 504-8890074 to discuss legal matters pending in Court. 196682-August 12-14, 3t $83.80 Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Renaldo A. Robinson and/or his children/descendants/heirs, Please contact Attorney Tyralynn WellsDonald at 504-388-0189 or info@thewellslawofﬁce.com 196910-August 12-14, 3t $75.40 DOWNTOWN DB, LLC, dba 1600 CAFE is applying to the Ofﬁce of Alcohol & Tobacco Control of the State of Louisiana for a permit to sell beverages of high and low content on the premises in the parish of Orleans at the following address: 1600 SAINT BERNARD AVENUE NEW ORLEANS LA 70116 DOWNTOWN DB, LLC DBA 1600 CAFE

APARTMENT Ridgeﬁeld Apartments will be accepting applications for their waiting list only from August 10th to August 15th for 2 & 3 bedroom. During this limited application period, interested applicants can apply online at www.ridgeﬁeldapts.com.

New Orleans Real Estate For Sale HOUSE Algiers-Former Double. 4Brms, 2baths. Great location. Fully fenced. $119,000.00 713-398-6027 elanza@soldbyelanza.com 4710 MUSIC STREET, GENTILLY Home For Sale or Rent. $250,000 or $2,000/month. Ready October 1st. Call James 817-891-0453.

New Orleans Rental APARTMENT METAIRIE

APARTMENT WESTBANK * $1300/Mo. 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, 4-Car Garage/Workshop. Pets OK. 504-913-4263

Pets

MORKIES, SHORKIES, BISHON YORKIES, CKC YORKIES vet checked shot worming meet Gulfport $450.00 334-467-3416

CATS RAGAMUFFIN & RAGDOLL KITTENS www.CatsByFrancy.com/kittens $1500up! Reg. Shots & Guaranty 337-230-3150

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APARTMENT WESTBANK * 3 Bedrooms /2.5 Baths, Double Garage, Private Yard. $1,800/Mo. 504-913-4263 GENTILLY 2544 ALLEN TOUSSAINT BLVD. NEWLY RENOVATED!!! 1-2 Bdrm Apts * From $800/mo Parking * Sec Gate 504-209-8054 * 504-454-1333

CATS Young Male Cat, Gray Colors, Have too many cats, Looking for another home for him. Please call 504-861-9617 ($50)

DOGS AKC Standard Poodles. Black & Parti black & white. Ready to Go. Utd on all shots & worming. Text 228-669-8581 or 228-669-2377. Westies AKC registered West highland white terrier 3 boys. 225-572-7538. Text me or email me for more info jachan1215@gmail.com

Automotive CLASSIC CARS Looking to Buy an Old Foreign Project Car. Any condition, running or Not. Porsche, Jaguar, Mercedes, Maserati, Ferrari and much more. Fast and Easy transaction. Cash on the Spot. If you have any of these or any other old for‐ eign cars, please call 571-259-9656

Recreational Vehicles CAMPER-CAMP EQUIP Woody - Teardrop, fair condition $2500 or best offer 504-677-6381

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE To satisfy the owner’s privilege, PS Retail Sales, LLC will sell at public sale on August 26, 2026, the personal property in the below-listed units, which may include but are not limited to: household and personal items, office and other equipment. The public sale of these items will begin at 09:00 AM and continue until all units are sold. The lien sale is to be held at the online auction website, www.storagetreasures.com, where indicated. For online lien sales, bids will be accepted until 2 hours after the time of the sale specified.

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2850 IDAHO AVENUE 1 Block to Vets & Williams All Amenities * Pool * Parking Studio/1 Bed Apt * Starting $650/Mo 504-385-5482 * 504-454-1333

PUBLIC STORAGE # 07025, 12320 I-10 Service Rd, New Orleans, LA 70128, (504) 224-9067 Time: 08:30 AM Sale to be held at www.storagetreasures.com. 1007 - Harper, Dayna; 1010 - Patterson, Debra; 1066 - beaulieu, Byron; 1068 - Porter, Latasha; 1070 - Gilbert, Dean; 1084 - Austin, Georgedrika; 1110 - Patterson, Debra; 1112 - Schexnayder, Kentrice; 1200 - Spencer, Felicia; 1212 - Young, Wanda; 1223 - jeff, morrica; 1256 - Bell, Gerald; 1282 - Hampton, Bruce; 1315 - Noel, Donnel; 1316 - Grayol, Tiffany; 2004 - Harris, Daijawine ; 2006 - Lewis, Egeria; 2069 - Rubin, Anjanae; 2075 Washington, Ariana; 2589 - Brown, Adonte; 3003 - holmes, Robert; 3077 - Trejo, Sharon; 4016 - ROBINSON, RODERICK; 4025 - Noel, Brittney; 4037 - Wiggins, Aperecio; A13 - Velasco, Deanne; A24 - Summers, Teyonia PUBLIC STORAGE # 07120, 1850 Lapalco Blvd, Harvey, LA 70058, (504) 229-4188 Time: 09:30 AM Sale to be held at www.storagetreasures.com. A033 - Johnson, Alicia; A034 - Pull House BBQ Miley, Larry; A069 - Pierce, Codesia; A081 - Trimble, Benjamin; A118 - Johnson, Kala; A217 - Brignac, Brittany; A285 - Smith, Cherelle; A340 - Curtis, Tanai; A360 - Martin, Terionne; B038 - bailey, Mark; D015 - Berry, Rojaunda; D017 - Miller, Christian; E034 - pace, Jamar PUBLIC STORAGE # 21704, 3000 Belle Chasse Hwy, Gretna, LA 70053, (504) 229-4180 Time: 10:30 AM Sale to be held at www.storagetreasures.com. B019 - Castleberry, Roy; C030 - Richards, Charlie; C156 - Allen, Zariah; C195 - Williams, Shalae; C226 Allen, Natkietha; C254 - Battle, Valdez kanesha; C260 - Jones, Michael; C267 - Summers, Donecia; C286 - thompson, Larry; D021 - Jackson, Belinda; D056 - fernandez, Heidi; D084 - KINGSBURY, ASHLEIGH; E041 - Goins, Gwyne; F002 - Jackson, Kai; F035 - bell, Endya; G006 - Enloe, Hilda; G033 - Thompson, Larry; G082 - richards, kaeleb; G089 - Stevenson, Andre; G107 - Harris, Robert PUBLIC STORAGE # 29222, 10010 I-10 Service Rd, New Orleans, LA 70127, (504) 224-9213 Time: 11:00 AM Sale to be held at www.storagetreasures.com. 1007 - Mckee, Sheila; 1121 - Boyer, Monica; 1159 - Parquet, Tonya ; 1178 - watson, Chakakhan; 2025 Shelton, Ferrell; 2041 - Robinson, Ndabaningi; 2049 - Phillips, Daryl; 2050 - ross, miracle; 2140 - Redmon, Assata; 2209 - Jackson, Raheem; 2274 - Sr, Jaquan Dorsey; 3050 - hunter, Chasity; 3090 - Cole, Katherine; 3095 - Alonzo, Armya; 3104 - Jiles, Keandra; 3141 - Cotton, Claudette; 3210 - Gordon, Brechele; 3221 - Davis, Joseph; P001 - Lennon, Robert C

PUBLIC STORAGE # 20175, 3440 S Carrollton Ave, New Orleans, LA 70118, (504) 308-1583 Time: 09:00 AM Sale to be held at www.storagetreasures.com. 0003 - Gant, Jada; 0025 - Carter, Felicia; 0038 - Whitsett Jr., Otha; 0115 - Varnado, Phil; 0175 - Cooper, Lisa; 0183 - HOLLIDAY, ETHEL; 0244 - Rhodes, Jamie; 0346 - davis, Jasmine; 0424 - Gordon, Sage; 0428 - Jackson, Jared; 0509 - Hayes, Georje; 0537 - Rose, Garrick; 0629 - lesieur, alyssa; 0717 - Veal, Laneisha; 0740 - Mosley, James; 0813 - Roche, Bernedette; 0827 - King, LaToya; 0833 - Price, Sandra; 0883 - Marks, Dornisha; 0954 - James, Jeremiah; 1005 - Johnson, Brittany; 1015 - burse, India; 1105 - williams, Tykesh; 1126 - Brooks, Renyana; 1161 - Nicholas, Freddie L; 1192 - Stevenson, Diamond PUBLIC STORAGE # 21802, 2930 Clearview Pkwy, Metairie, LA 70006, (504) 229-4204 Time: 09:30 AM Sale to be held at www.storagetreasures.com. A018 - Gutierrez, Dylan; A040 - Gaspard, Thomas; A057 - Robinson, Rochelle Sears; B135 - Garcia, Wilfredo; B204 - murphy, Michael; B207 - white, Natashia; B292 - Ramirez, David; B321 - Guy, Franchelle; C443 THOMPSON, DELROY; C481 - bell, Saranee; C503 - foster, Dewun; C518 - mccann, Judon; C533 - Pryce, Ralph; C541 - Linyard, Kara; C554 - Tellock, Micah; C555 - newell, Mariah PUBLIC STORAGE # 22055, 34570 LA Highway 16, Denham Springs, LA 70706, (225) 665-5770 Time: 10:00 AM Sale to be held at www.storagetreasures.com. 0124 - Murphy, Adrienne; 0163 - Bordelon, Eden; 0644 - Baker, Jay; A26 - Thomas, Tatyana; B18 - Paris, Heather; D07 - Gerding, Jolie PUBLIC STORAGE # 23799, 2257 S Range Ave, Denham Springs, LA 70726, (225) 468-5877 Time: 10:30 AM Sale to be held at www.storagetreasures.com. 0106 - Carter, Rosella; 0115 - Francis, Heaven; 0122 - Talbert, Velma; 0207 - Jones, Chantelle; 0305 - Nezat, Chris; 0312 - Dorsey, Ronisha; 0505 - williams, joelissa; 0524 - White, Mary; 0525 - Poole, Wendy; 0530 Higginbotham, Jason; 0551 - singh, Animaan PUBLIC STORAGE # 28188, 3900 Tchoupitoulas Street, New Orleans, LA 70115, (504) 224-9167 Time: 10:45 AM Sale to be held at www.storagetreasures.com. 0012 - UniUni Logistics Inc Li, Leo; 0043 - Hotchkiss, Cory; 0072 - Richard, Leah; 0080 - Nussbaum, Sol; 0088 - Lopez, Brenda; 0137 - Reid, Indigo; 0558 - Baehr, Kendra; 0623 - Washington, Anquette PUBLIC STORAGE # 25740, 4507 Washington Ave, New Orleans, LA 70125, (504) 308-1275 Time: 11:00 AM Sale to be held at www.storagetreasures.com. 1026 - Tran, Duy; 1043 - ROBINSON, KIM; 1044 - Swanson, Anne; 1058 - Price, Gicanda; 1134 - TEAMER JR., RODERIC; 135 - Buckley, Courtney; 2100 - Brown, Hoshneek; 2197 - Swanson, Anne; 3014 - WEAVER, CHRIS; 3065 - White, Dwayne; 3110 - Young, Danielle; 3157 - Fox, Carmen PUBLIC STORAGE # 26983, 5730 Citrus Blvd, Elmwood, LA 70123, (504) 930-4129 Time: 11:30 AM Sale to be held at www.storagetreasures.com. 2022 - Thompson, Jasmin; 2042 - Julian, Lace; 2071 - Baham, Jessica; 2224 - Patterson, Lionul; 2231 Downs, Victoria; 2606 - Hery, Paige; 2708 - Gwendolyn, Spurlock k; 3110 - summers III, Warren; S1042 Knott, Ceret; S1061 - Sylve, Christina; S1097 - Leblanc, Dawn; S1120 - Humphries, Claude PUBLIC STORAGE # 26984, 2820 Tulane Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119, (504) 584-4619 Time: 12:00 PM Sale to be held at www.storagetreasures.com. 1021 - Howard, Martresaca; 1043 - Thomas, Shereece; 1045 - Belt, Myra; 1053 - Harris, Troyal; 1092 McDonald, Christopher; 1098 - Brown, John; 2050 - Nemethy, Raven; 2072 - Parker, Corey; 2149 - Blackmon, Shaterra; 3066 - Lewis, Nicolette; 3075 - Ledet, Jace; 3089 - Peck, Daniel; 3096 - BROWN, SHANNON; 3097 - hingle, Desean; 3137 - Nichols, Rasheena; 4005 - PINA, JAAN; 4015 - Gordon, Troylynn; 4035 - Decou, Quianna; 4120 - George, Chester; 4154 - West, Knowledge; 5061 - Wales, Kizzy; 5074 - Mclaren, Akaria; 5144 - Sowell, Robert; 5147 - B Penny Properties LLC Penny, Brandon; 5148 - Woods, Cedric PUBLIC STORAGE # 29112, 1901 St Charles Ave, New Orleans, LA 70130, (504) 308-1566 Time: 12:30 PM Sale to be held at www.storagetreasures.com. 1307 - Day, Sandra; 1315 - Johnson, Keyshawn; 2124 - Girtley, Annie; 2402 - drake, Lee; 3113 - Adcock, CC; 3209 - Cohea, Crystal; 4408 - Berry, Chianti; 5202 - Haw, Dabney; 5212 - Lawson, Madison; 5406 - Okoroji, Onyeka; 6101 - Trotman, Renee; 6312 - Butts, Demarcus; 6319 - Baptiste, Keyanna ; M317 - Batty, Jon PUBLIC STORAGE # 78084, 3701 Highway 90 W, Avondale, LA 70094, (504) 317-1534 Time: 01:00 PM Sale to be held at www.storagetreasures.com. 0124 - Hicks, Nicole; 0154 - hammack, andrew; 1013 - Akileh, Samer; 1094 - Barnes, Cheryl; 1165 - Johnson, Christopher; 2129 - Wingerter, Jessica; 2163 - Gaudet, Stephanie; 2195 - Washinton, Kimberly; P06 - Sacco, Robin; P26 - isaac, Beth

Public sale terms, rules, and regulations will be made available prior to the sale. All sales are subject to cancellation. We reserve the right to refuse any bid. Payment must be in cash or credit card-no checks. Buyers must secure the units with their own personal locks. To claim tax-exempt status, original RESALE certificates for each space purchased is required. By PS Retail Sales, LLC, 701 Western Avenue, Glendale, CA 91201. (818) 244-8080.

196804-675808-AUG 14-1T $ 1,350.00

196803-675807-AUG 14-1T $ 2,250.00

Member: FREDRO KNIGHT 197439 Aug. 14 1T $71.20

Merchandise CEMETERY PLOT 1 For Sale. Restlawn Cemetery (Avondale, LA). $3800. Call 504-4583168. CEMETERY PLOTS Westlawn Cemetery Mausoleum, in the Chapel. Corr IV, Tier A, holds 6 interments $17,500. 504-259-0505 DECANTERS Liquor Decanter Collection for sale 275pcs 1966 & Above! Interested Call Mr. Szabo 504-352-8412

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10,000 Apt Homes and 75 Locations with Studio, 1, 2 & 3 Bedrooms Pools, Access Gates, Garages (504) 360-9347 DUPLEX 8629 Apricot St. 3Br/1Ba, Cnt a/h, Sec 8. No Pets $1300. 504-344-2324 APARTMENT 5708-B Tullis Dr, Westbank, 4BR/2BA. Stove, Refrigerator, Utilities, w/d Hookup, Central A/C, OffStreet Parking, Near Bus, $1800; 504-4543847 Ofﬁce, 504-512-2814 MP.

HOUSE ALGIERS POINT: 411 Elmira 3BR/2BA, Totally Renovated. Fenced, central A/C. Lovely Neighborhood $1700. 504-430-4769. NEW ORLEANS 8620 Pear St., 2BR, $1400/mo, $800/dep, Call (504) 578-3728 NEW ORLEANS 8700 Belfast St., Furnished 1BR, $700/mo Call (504) 421-3779 METAIRIE 3201 RICHLAND AVENUE 1/2 Block off Vets * by Paretti Jaguar 1 Bed * Prkg * Pool * Rent $675/mo 504-320-6958 * 504-454-1333 METAIRIE 3513 EDENBORN AVENUE Lrg 2 Bed, 1 Bath * $925 * Off St Prkg Blocks from Lakeside 504-982-4040 * 504-885-8060 504-454-1333

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE To satisfy the owner’s privilege, PS Retail Sales, LLC will sell at public sale on August 26, 2026, the personal property in the below-listed units, which may include but are not limited to: household and personal items, office and other equipment. The public sale of these items will begin at 08:30 AM and continue until all units are sold. The lien sale is to be held at the online auction website, www.storagetreasures.com, where indicated. For online lien sales, bids will be accepted until 2 hours after the time of the sale specified.

Public Notices

Public Notices Bids/Proposals

PUBLIC NOTICE --ADVERTISEMENT: INVITATION TO BID CITY OF NEW ORLEANS SPONSORING DEPARTMENT: NOAB TITLE: SEWER PUMP & LIFT STA‐ TION MAINTENANCE SER‐ VICES EVENT NO: 4749

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businesses to respond to this solicitation, or to participate in subcon‐ tracting opportunities pursuant to this solicita‐ tion. For more information about this event, go to www.nola.gov and click on “BRASS Supplier Por‐ tal” under “BIDS & CON‐ TRACTS”. Once on the Supplier Portal, search “Open Events.” Thank you for your inter‐ est in doing business with the City of New Or‐ leans. James C. Simmons, Jr., Chief Procurement Ofﬁcer

TYPE OF SOLICITATION: NON-PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Advertising Dates: August 14th, 21st & 28th, 2026 NOCP 9220

SLDBE OPPORTUNITY: WAIVED

197486-aug 14-21-28-3t $97.17

RELEASED ON: Friday, August 14, 2026, at 8:00 AM CST

PUBLIC NOTICE ---

DEADLINE TO RESPOND: Monday, August 31, 2026, at 1:00 PM CST

ADVERTISEMENT TO INVITATION TO BID CITY OF NEW ORLEANS

PRE-BID CONFERENCE & SITE VISIT: N/A

SPONSORING DEPARTMENT: DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

Dates are subject to changes via an adden‐ dum posted by the Bu‐ reau of Purchasing on the City’s supplier portal. If you wish to receive no‐ tiﬁcation of addendum posted by the Bureau of Purchasing about this event, register as a sup‐ plier or update your sup‐ plier account (if already registered) and select the following commodity code(s): COMMODITY CODE(s): 913-81 The City of New Orleans strongly encourages mi‐ nority-owned and women-owned busi‐ nesses, socially and eco‐ nomically disadvantaged businesses and small

TITLE: STREET LIGHT REPAIR SERVICES SOURCING EVENT NO.: 4752 TYPE OF SOLICITATION: PROFESSIONAL SERVICES DBE OPPORTUNITY: YES (35%) RELEASED ON: AUGUST 14, 2026 DEADLINE TO RESPOND: SEPTEMBER 9, 2026 @ 1:00 P.M. PRE-BID CONFERENCE: AUGUST 25, 2026 @ 11:00 A.M. OR TEAMS MEETING ID: 282 304 312 121 00 PASSCODE:

Public Notices Bids/Proposals PASSCODE: QY958QB2 CALL IN: 1 504-356-4110, 695410005#

Dates are subject to changes via an adden‐ dum posted by the Bu‐ reau of Purchasing on the City’s supplier portal. If this solicitation is fed‐ erally funded, prospec‐ tive bidder/respondent must pay particular at‐ tention to all applicable laws and regulations of the Federal government and the State of Louisiana. The Bureau of Purchas‐ ing uses commodity codes to notify suppliers of the release of a sourc‐ ing event and subse‐ quent modiﬁcations via addendum. Note that you would receive those noti‐ ﬁcations if you selected the following commodity code(s) before the re‐ lease of the sourcing event: COMMODITY CODE(s): 968-76 The City of New Orleans is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages minorityowned and womenowned businesses, so‐ cially and economically disadvantaged busi‐ nesses and small busi‐ nesses to respond to this solicitation, or to partici‐ pate in subcontracting opportunities pursuant to this solicitation. Any person with disabilities requires special accom‐ modation must contact the buyer listed within the bid no later than seven (7) days prior to bid opening.

Public Notices Bids/Proposals g with the City of New Or‐ leans. James C. Simmons, Jr. Chief Procurement Officer Advertising Dates: August 10, 14, 17 and 24, 2026 NOCP 9209 196716-aug 10-17-24-3t $165.96 PUBLIC NOTICE --City of New Orleans New Orleans Aviation Board Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport Request for Proposals For North Terminal ATM Services CNO RFP No. 4726 Request for Proposals: The City of New Orleans (“City”), by and through the New Orleans Aviation Board (“NOAB”), is re‐ questing proposers from persons, firms, and teams of firms (“Pro‐ posers”) to provide ATM Services to the NOAB which will be subject to periodic review of satis‐ factory performance, ne‐ gotiation of terms (in‐ cluding price) and the availability of funds for the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Air‐ port. As provided below, and incident to City Charter Section 6-308(5) and Executive Order LC 20-01, it requests propos‐ als from experienced firms to provide the needed services.

For more information about this sourcing event, go to www.nola. gov and click on “BRASS Supplier Portal” under “BIDS & CONTRACTS”. Once on the Supplier Por‐ tal, search “Open Events.”

It is imperative that all Proposers read, review, and understand this RFP and all attachments. At‐ tention should be di‐ rected to Attachment “B” – Concessions Permit. Speciﬁc terms and condi‐ tions of the Agreement to be awarded under this RFP are contained herein.

Thank you for your inter‐ est in doing business i h h i f

Needed Services:

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The selected Proposer will be required to per‐ form all services as set forth in Attachment “A” Scope of Services. Minimum Qualifications: Please refer to Attach‐ ment A of the RFP and the RFP Instructions doc‐ ument. Obtaining a Copy of the Solicitation: Copies of the solicitation and related information are available at the City’s purchasing website: https://nola.gov/viewbid-opportunities/. Instructions: PLEASE NOTE: Proposers are strongly encouraged to submit the following electronically via Email seth.leger@nola.gov to procurement@ (cc: flymsy.com), not later than, August 31, 2026 at 4:00 PM C.T. a. One (1) digitally signed response in PDF format, titled “RFP #4726 North Terminal ATM Services”. b. A signed cover letter including the company’s name, address and pri‐ mary contact for the re‐ quest for qualifications. The primary contact in‐ formation shall include submitter name, tele‐ phone, and email ad‐ dress. c. Proposers must com‐ plete all required attach‐ ments and submit along with the electronic pro‐ posal submissions. For proposals submitted via sealed envelope: Applicants should sub‐ mit the following to the Department of Fi‐ nance/Bureau of Pur‐ chasing, Attention: Chief Procurement Officer, As‐ sistant Purchasing Ad‐ ministrator, City Hall, 1300 Perdido St., Room 4W07, New Orleans, LA, not later than, August 31,

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2026, at 4:00 PM C.T. a. Proposers should pro‐ vide one (1) bound and tabbed copy of the pro‐ posal in a sealed enve‐ lope; envelope should be marked “RFP #4726 North Terminal ATM Services”. For additional informa‐ tion contact the NOAB Procurement Department at procurement@ﬂymsy. com.

Advertising Dates: July 31, 2026, August 7, 2026 & August 14, 2026 NOCP 9204 195841-jul 31-aug 7-14-3t $153.78

PUBLIC NOTICE --NOTICE TO BIDDERS SP# 2146 Sealed bids will be re‐ ceived by the Procure‐ ment Section of the Divi‐ sion of Administration, 1201 N. 3rd. St., 2nd. Floor, Suite 2-160, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, at 10:00 A.M. for the follow‐ ing: RFx No. 3000026600, 18 Wheeler for RPCC, 9/2/26 Bid proposal forms, in‐ formation and speciﬁca‐ tions may be obtained by accessing the bid num‐ ber in LaPac at www.doa. la.gov/doa/osp/ or from the procurement section listed above. No bids will be received after the date and hour speciﬁed. The right is reserved to reject any and all bids and to waive any infor‐ malities.

Amy Vincent Director of State Procurement FAX (225) 342-8688 197476-aug 14-1t $11.48

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PUBLIC NOTICE --PUBLIC NOTICE REGIONAL TRANSIT AU‐ THORITY CANAL/RIVERFRONT STREETCAR WHEEL INVITATION FOR BID (IFB) # 2026-024 Project Description: The Regional Transit Author‐ ity of New Orleans in‐ vites qualified vendors to provide Canal/Riverfront Streetcar Wheel per specifications in IFB 2026-024. How to obtain a copy of the IFB: Specifications and further information concerning the IFB may be obtained July 28, 2026 from the RTA’s Procure‐ ware website at https:// norta.procureware.com/ home. If you are not al‐ ready registered, you will be required to first regis‐ ter on this website. The IFB can also be obtained at Regional Transit Au‐ thority’s website at http://www.norta.com and at 2817 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70119. Responding to IFB: Bids shall be submitted thru the RTA’s Procureware website on or before Au‐ gust 25, 2026, 2:00 PM. Clarification Deadline: Any questions or further information concerning this IFB must be submit‐ ted through https:// norta.procureware.com/ home by 2:00 PM on Au‐ gust 18, 2026. Only writ‐ ten questions submitted through Procureware site shall be considered offi‐ cial. All answers to ques‐ tions shall be by formal addenda posted to the website under IFB 2026024. A Bid Opening will be held in the RTA Board‐ room on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Any questions or further in‐ formation concerning the IFB may be submitted Via https://norta. h

Public Notices Bids/Proposals p procureware.com/home, beginning on July 28, 2026. RTA in accordance with 49 Code of Federal Regu‐ lations (CFR) Part 26 has an obligation to ensure nondiscrimination of Dis‐ advantaged Business En‐ terprises (DBEs) and to comply with all federal, state and local regula‐ tions relative to utiliza‐ tion of DBEs on publicly funded projects. The RTA is committed to utiliza‐ tion of DBEs on all feder‐ ally funded projects to‐ ward attainment of the agency's established overall goal of 32%. A speciﬁc DBE goal has not been established for this project as there are no subcontracting opportu‐ nities on this project. Notice to all offerors is hereby provided that in accordance with all ap‐ plicable federal, state and local laws the RTA will ensure that DBEs are afforded full opportunity to submit offers and re‐ sponses to this solicita‐ tion and to participate in any contract consum‐ mated pursuant to this advertisement. Addition‐ ally, no offeror will be discriminated against on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, na‐ tional origin, ethnicity or disability. The RTA reserves the right to accept or reject any and all submittals. Ronald G. Baptiste, Jr. Interim Chief Executive Ofﬁcer Regional Transit Author‐ ity 196042-AUG 7-14-2T $ PUBLIC NOTICE --SEWERAGE & WATER BOARD OF NEW ORLEANS ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS NDR Instrumentation Enhancements SOLICITATION NO. 2026-SWB-36 (5251)

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The Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans is requesting bids for NDR Instrumentation En‐ hancements. Bid Documents and pro‐ posal forms are available for download on August 7, 2026, on the following websites: SWBNO: https://www2.swbno. org/business_bidspeciﬁc ations.asp LAPAC: https://wwwcfprd.doa. louisiana.gov/OSP/ LaPAC/dspBid.cfm?sea rch=department& term=181 A NON- MANDATORY prebid conference will be held on August 20, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. CDT at the Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans’ Administration Building, located at 625 St. Joseph Street Ave., New Orleans, Louisiana, 70165 or if you are unable to attend this in-person meeting, you can also join via telecon‐ ference call: Microsoft Teams meeting Join: https://teams. microsoft.com/meet/258 315453790919?p=19huuJH cT3Vt6V08Yk Meeting ID: 258 315 453 790 919 Passcode: PA2uf7Sz Dial in by phone +1 504-224-8698,, 900340033# United States, New Orleans Phone conference ID: 900 340 033# All inquiries shall be di‐ rected to Kimberly kbarnes@ Barnes, at swbno.org. The deadline for inquiries is on August 25, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. CDT.

Bids are due on Septem‐ ber 1, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Any Bids received after the speciﬁed time will be rejected. Bids will then be publicly opened and read on Sep‐ tember 1, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. at Sewerage and Water Board of New Or‐

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q swers will be posted on the Lowlander Center canal backﬁlling project page (https://www.low landercenter.org/canalbackﬁlling) by Tuesday, August 18. Please see the project page for RFP, per‐ mits, plat maps, back‐ ground information about the project, and an informational slidedeck.

leans, 625 St. Joseph Street, Purchasing Con‐ ference Room 131, New Orleans, Louisiana. Microsoft Teams meeting Join: https://teams. microsoft.com/meet/262 356590028639?p=rjE7tXD DEbqEoa4sUY Meeting ID: 262 356 590 028 639 Passcode: wV6YW3Qs Dial in by phone +1 504-224-8698,, 728720598# United States, New Orleans Phone conference ID: 728 720 598#

p Street / Charles and Sarah Anderson 6. BZA057-26 10 Audubon Boulevard / Rena Jolly Qualiﬁed Personal Resi‐ dence Trust, Sherman Strategies, Becca Gieger Variances – New Business 7. BZA061-26 2821 Mon‐ roe Street / Grove Place 2, LLC, Paul Irons, Eli Fisher/HCI Architecture, Inc. 8. BZA062-26 3322-24 Es‐ planade Avenue / JG2 Properties LLC, Jordan Gerard, Karsen Architecture LLC, Ross Karsen 9. BZA063-26 439 Pine Street / Shyam Mani and Mariam Menhem 10. BZA064-26 3951 An‐ nunciation Street / Joseph Lantz 11. BZA065-26 201 De Armas Street / Kern Al‐ giers LLC, Spectrum De‐ signs LLC, Lynnette Gor‐ don, Jasmine Stewart 12. BZA066-26 2141 State Street / Eller and Coretha Trust, Roshawn Blunt, Webre Consulting, Nicole Webre 13. BZA067-26 4551 Dale Street / Neva Martin, Re‐ nata Warner 14. BZA068-26 1908 Marigny Street / Aldeane Harris, Zach Smith Con‐ sulting & Design, Fresia Galvez 15. BZA069-26 1227 Cal‐ houn Street / Farr Family Trust, David & Kathy Farr, Adamick Architecture, Alexander Adamick 16. BZA070-26 2502 Jeffer‐ son Avenue / Blue Or‐ leans, LLC, Sean Fowler

This project is partially funded by the National Oceanic and Atmos‐ pheric Administration (NOAA), through a grant agreement with the Na‐ tional Fish and Wildlife Foundation, grant award number: NA23NOS4730219. The views and conclusions contained in this docu‐ ment are those of the au‐ thors and should not be interpreted as represent‐ ing the opinions or poli‐ cies of the U.S. Govern‐ ment or the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation and its funding sources. Mention of trade names or commercial products does not constitute their endorsement by the U.S. Government, or the Na‐ tional Fish and Wildlife Foundation or its funding sources.

LATE BIDS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. 196544-aug 7-14-21-3t $134.32

PUBLIC NOTICE --The Ernest N. Morial New Orleans Exhibition Hall Authority (“the Author‐ ity”) is requesting sealed bids for C-2228 Procure‐ ment of ADA Ramp and Guard Rails. Bids are due Friday, Au‐ gust 21, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at which time Bids received on time and in the correct location will be considered. Bid docu‐ ments may be obtained online at https://www. centralauctionhouse. com/Category/10822/ NewOrleansErnestNMo rialConventionCenter or by contacting the Con‐ tracts Department at (504) 582-3562 or con‐ tracts@mccno.com. All Bids must be submitted in accordance with the bid documents.

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Director of Safety and Permits Decision Appeals – Unﬁnished Business 17. BZA008-24 2900 Per‐ dido Street / The Voice of the Experienced 18. BZA049-26 717 Bar‐ racks Street / 717 Bar‐ racks LLC, Zach Smith Consulting & Design, Laura Barth, Laura Carlisle, Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz, P.C. 19. BZA059-26 7301 Bur‐ the Street / Town of Car‐ rollton Watch, LLC, Susan Johnson

BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Monday, August 17, 2026 10:00 a.m. City Council Chambers City Hall, 1300 Perdido Street, 1st Floor, New Orleans, Louisiana

196300-AUG 6-14-2T $18.38 PUBLIC NOTICE --The Louisiana Ofﬁce of State Parks is requesting proposals for a PublicPrivate Partnership pro‐ ject to design, construct, and operate a high-qual‐ ity recreational vehicle campground and related amenities. For more in‐ formation go to opportu‐ nitiesinlouisiana.com.

The Board of Zoning Ad‐ justments, in accordance with Article 4 of the Com‐ prehensive Zoning Ordi‐ nance of the City of New Orleans, will hold a pub‐ lic hearing on the follow‐ ing items:

Notice under the Ameri‐ cans with Disabilities Act: This meeting is ac‐ cessible to people with disabilities. Should you need further assistance, please contact the Front Desk in the Main Lobby or the ADA Administra‐ tor: (504) 658-4020 (voice), 711 LA Relay Ser‐ vice, or e-mail emhurst@ nola.gov. Please be ad‐ vised there is a courtesy telephone available for 711 calls for people with hearing or speech im‐ pairments at the wel‐ come desk of City Hall, First Floor, Main Lobby. This communiqué is available in alternative

Variances – Unﬁnished Business 1. BZA011-24 1100 Sere Street / Encampment St LLC, Fresia Galvez, Zach Smith Consulting & De‐ sign 2. BZA032-26 2022-24 Philip Street / Team Robot, LLC, Greg John‐ son, DeShawn Davenport 3. BZA039-26 1455 N. Roman Street / Roy Cohen and Eileen Spira, Ezra Spira-Cohen 4. BZA052-26 1631 Killdeer Street / Unix Ser‐ vices, LLC, Robyn and Ed‐ ward Murhammer, Metro Studio 5. BZA054-26 906 Philip h l d

192988-jul 2-aug 31-t PUBLIC NOTICE --The Lowlander Center (https://www.lowland ercenter.org/) is an‐ nouncing a Request for Proposals (RFP) due Monday, August 31, to deconstruct spoil banks for a Canal Spoil Re‐ placement (Backﬁlling) Project. Please email admin@lowlandercenter. org with any questions by Tuesday, August 11. All questions and an‐ ill b d

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formats upon request. Advertisement Dates: July 24, 31, August 7 and 14, 2026 NOCP 9175 195192-jul 24-31-aug 7-144t $201 PUBLIC NOTICE --Louisiana Department of Health Bureau of Health Services Financing and Office of Aging and Adult Services Community Choices Waiver The Louisiana Depart‐ ment of Health (LDH), Bu‐ reau of Health Services Financing (BHSF) and the Office of Aging and Adult Services (OAAS) cur‐ rently provide home and community-based ser‐ vices through the Com‐ munity Choices (CC) Waiver to eligible Medic‐ aid participants. The Department hereby gives public notice of its intent to submit an appli‐ cation for a waiver amendment to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) in order to continue services in the CC Waiver. The amendment of this waiver is contingent upon CMS approval. In compliance with CMS requirements, the De‐ partment is posting the CC Waiver amendment application (LA.0866.R03.04) for pub‐ lic comment from August 14, 2026, through Sep‐ tember 14, 2026. CMS regulations require LDH to actively engage the public and give program participants, advocates, providers and other com‐ munity stakeholders the opportunity to provide input regarding changes made to current waiver applications prior to the submission of final ver‐ sions to CMS. The CC Waiver amend‐ ment application is posted to the OAAS web‐ site and may be ac‐ cessed at the following address: https://www.ldh.la.gov/ news/7688. A hard copy of the amendment may be requested by calling the OAAS Help Line at 1866-758-5035 and is avail‐ able for viewing at the OAAS Regional Offices (ROs). The OAAS ROs in your region can be found at: https://ldh.la.gov/ microsite/12 or by calling the OAAS Help Line at 1866-758-5035. Interested persons may submit written com‐ ments to the Office of

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Aging and Adult Services, P.O. Box 2031 (Bin #14), Baton Rouge, LA 708212031 or by email to OAAS‐ DocumentsRequests@ LA.GOV. The deadline for receipt of all written comments is September 14, 2026, by 4:30 p.m. This notice was published in accordance with R.S. 42:81, at a total cost of $_____.

Said ordinance may be seen in full in the Ofﬁce of the Clerk of Council, Room 1E09, City Hall, 1300 Perdido Street.

amend and reordain the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance (Ordinance No. 4264 M.C.S., as amended by Ordinance No. 26,413 M.C.S. and subsequent amend‐ ments) to amend the def‐ inition of “dwelling, small multi-family af‐ fordable” in Article 26, Section 26.6 to include not only affordable hous‐ ing units offered for rental but also dwellings offered as permanently affordable, for-sale hous‐ ing and by not-for-proﬁt community land trusts offering long-term ground leases respective of owners and lessors, and related additional amendments to set rea‐ sonable requirements for this use, including but not limited to amend‐ ments to the use stan‐ dards contained in Arti‐ cle 20, Section 20.3.SSS and the use tables throughout the Compre‐ hensive Zoning Ordi‐ nance. ZONING DOCKET NO. 42/26

AISHA R. COLLIER CLERK OF COUNCIL PUBLICATION DATE: August 14, 2026 NOCP 9223 197495-aug 14-1t $17.57

Bruce D. Greenstein Secretary 197471-aug 14-1t $54.49

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PUBLIC NOTICE --Notice to be posted: Community Leaders Ad‐ vocating Student Suc‐ cess Inc./ Fannie C. Williams Charter School Budget Meeting will be held on Thursday August 27, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the school Library, Ad‐ dress: 11755 Dwyer Road New Orleans, LA 70128. Also, you can attend via the zoom link below. The 2026-27 Budget will be approved at the meeting. The Budget is available for viewing in the Busi‐ ness Ofﬁce Monday- Fri‐ day 9a.m. to 3p.m. or you can contact the ofﬁce at 504-373-6228 Ext 7. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom. us/j/86725218911? pwd=AczazANrSMzvT26 Eo3m1MecDbfG6Ct.1 Meeting ID: 867 2521 8911 Passcode: UFJ0tC 197271-aug 13-27-15t $180.10

Public Notice is hereby given that the Council of the City of New Orleans will consider its regular meeting of September 3, 2026 at 10:00 a.m., to be held either via video con‐ ference or in the Council Chamber, City Hall, 1300 Perdido Street, Room 1E07, the adoption of Or‐ dinance Calendar No. 35,525 introduced at the meeting of August 6, 2026. SAID ORDINANCE would establish a conditional use to permit a voca‐ tional educational facil‐ ity in the C-1 General Commercial District, for the property located at Square Deer Park, Sec‐ tion 24, Building #3, Unit 3D, Lot 3B8B, in the Third Municipal District, bounded by Lake Forest Boulevard, Deer Park Boulevard, Deer Trail, and Farrar Canal (Municipal Address: 10555 Lake For‐ est Boulevard, Suite 3D). ZONING DOCKET NO. 49/26 Said ordinance may be seen in full in the Ofﬁce of the Clerk of Council, Room 1E09, City Hall, 1300 Perdido Street.

PUBLIC NOTICE --OFFICIAL NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that the Council of the City of New Orleans will consider its regular meeting of September 3, 2026 at 10:00 a.m., to be held either via video con‐ ference or in the Council Chamber, City Hall, 1300 Perdido Street, Room 1E07, the adoption of Or‐ dinance Calendar No. 35,526 introduced at the meeting of August 6, 2026. SAID ORDINANCE would establish a conditional use to permit a neighbor‐ hood commercial estab‐ lishment in an HU-RD2 Historic Urban Two-Fam‐ ily Residential District, on Square 17, Lot 21A, in the Sixth Municipal District, bounded by Camp Street, Audubon Street, Maga‐ zine Street, and Broad‐ way Street (Municipal Address: 139 Broadway Street). ZONING DOCKET NO. 61/26

AISHA R. COLLIER CLERK OF COUNCIL PUBLICATION DATE: August 14, 2026 NOCP 9222 197494-aug 14-1t $18.58 PUBLIC NOTICE --OFFICIAL NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that the Council of the City of New Orleans will consider its regular meeting of September 3, 2026 at 10:00 a.m., to be held either via video con‐ ference or in the Council Chamber, City Hall, 1300 Perdido Street, Room 1E07, the adoption of Or‐ dinance Calendar No. 35,527 introduced at the meeting of August 6, 2026. SAID ORDINANCE would

Said ordinance may be seen in full in the Ofﬁce of the Clerk of Council, Room 1E09, City Hall, 1300 Perdido Street. AISHA R. COLLIER CLERK OF COUNCIL PUBLICATION DATE: August 14, 2026 NOCP 9224 197500-aug 14-1t $24.31 PUBLIC NOTICE --OFFICIAL NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that the Council of the City of New Orleans will consider its regular meeting of September 3, 2026 at 10:00 a.m., to be held either via video con‐ ference or in the Council Chamber, City Hall, 1300 Perdido Street, Room 1E07, the adoption of Or‐ dinance Calendar No. 35,533 introduced at the meeting of August 6, 2026. SAID ORDINANCE would authorize the Mayor of the City of New Orleans to enter into an agree‐ ment to grant a servitude to an adjacent property owner for encroach‐ ments on/over portions of public right-of-way lo‐ cated at the municipal address 1484 Tchoupi‐ toulas Street ; to ﬁx the minimum price and terms of said servitude agreement; to declare that such use as granted in the servitude agree‐ ment will incorporate space that is neither needed for public pur‐ poses nor shall such use interfere with the use of the public right-of-way; f h h

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p g y to set forth the reasons for said servitude agree‐ ment. Said ordinance may be seen in full in the Ofﬁce of the Clerk of Council, Room 1E09, City Hall, 1300 Perdido Street. AISHA R. COLLIER CLERK OF COUNCIL PUBLICATION DATE: August 14, 2026 NOCP 9225

agreement; to declare that such use as granted in the servitude agree‐ ment will incorporate space that is neither needed for public pur‐ poses nor shall such use interfere with the use of the public right-of-way; to set forth the reasons for said servitude agree‐ ment; pursuant to Ordi‐ nance Calendar No. 35,506. This ordinance is sched‐ uled for ﬁnal adoption on August 20, 2026, and may be seen in full in the Clerk of Council’s Ofﬁce, 1300 Perdido Street, Room 1E09, City Hall.

197501-aug 14-1t $20.94 PUBLIC NOTICE ---

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PUBLIC NOTICE Pursuant to LSA R.S. 33:4712 the City of New Orleans hereby gives no‐ tice of its intention to au‐ thorize the Mayor of the City of New Orleans to enter into an agreement to grant a servitude to an adjacent property owner for encroachments on/over portions of pub‐ lic right-of-way located at the municipal address 1484 Tchoupitoulas Street ; to fix the mini‐ mum price and terms of said servitude agree‐ ment; to declare that such use as granted in the servitude agreement will incorporate space that is neither needed for public purposes nor shall such use interfere with the use of the public right-of-way; to set forth the reasons for said servitude agreement; pursuant to Ordinance Calendar No. 35,533. This ordinance is sched‐ uled for final adoption on September 3, 2026, and may be seen in full in the Clerk of Council’s Office, 1300 Perdido Street, Room 1E09, City Hall. AISHA R. COLLIER CLERK OF COUNCIL PUBLICATION DATES: August 14, 21 and 28, 2026 NOCP 9221

PUBLICATION DATES: July 31, August 7 and 14, 2026 NOCP 9198 195879-jul 31-aug 7-14-3t $53.73 PUBLIC NOTICE --PUBLIC NOTICE Pursuant to LSA R.S. 33:4712 the City of New Orleans hereby gives no‐ tice of its intention to au‐ thorize the Mayor of the City of New Orleans to enter into an agreement to grant a servitude to an adjacent property owner for encroachments on/over portions of pub‐ lic right-of-way located at the municipal address 2816 Saint Louis Street; to fix the minimum price and terms of said servi‐ tude agreement; to de‐ clare that such use as granted in the servitude agreement will incorpo‐ rate space that is neither needed for public pur‐ poses nor shall such use interfere with the use of the public right-of-way; to set forth the reasons for said servitude agree‐ ment; pursuant to Ordi‐ nance Calendar No. 35,507. This ordinance is sched‐ uled for final adoption on August 20, 2026, and may be seen in full in the Clerk of Council’s Office, 1300 Perdido Street, Room 1E09, City Hall.

197492-aug 14-21-28-3t $53.73 PUBLIC NOTICE ---

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PUBLICATION DATES: July 31, August 7 and 14, 2026 NOCP 9199 195880-jul 31-aug 7-14-3t $53.73 PUBLIC NOTICE --PUBLIC NOTICE Pursuant to LSA R.S. 33:4712 the City of New l h b i

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y Orleans hereby gives no‐ tice of its intention to au‐ thorize the Mayor of the City of New Orleans to enter into an agreement to grant a servitude to an adjacent property owner for encroachments on/over portions of pub‐ lic right-of-way located at the municipal address 1525 Prytania Street; to fix the minimum price and terms of said servi‐ tude agreement; to de‐ clare that such use as granted in the servitude agreement will incorpo‐ rate space that is neither needed for public pur‐ poses nor shall such use interfere with the use of the public right-of-way; to set forth the reasons for said servitude agree‐ ment; pursuant to Ordi‐ nance Calendar No. 35,505. This ordinance is sched‐ uled for final adoption on August 20, 2026, and may be seen in full in the Clerk of Council’s Office, 1300 Perdido Street, Room 1E09, City Hall. AISHA R. COLLIER CLERK OF COUNCIL PUBLICATION DATES: July 31, August 7 and 14, 2026 NOCP 9197 195878-jul 31-aug 7-14-3t $53.73 PUBLIC NOTICE --PUBLIC NOTICE Pursuant to LSA R.S. 33:4712 the City of New Orleans hereby gives no‐ tice of its intention to au‐ thorize the Mayor of the City of New Orleans to enter into an agreement to grant a servitude to an adjacent property owner for encroachments on/over portions of pub‐ lic right-of-way located at the municipal address 145 Roosevelt Way; to fix the minimum price and terms of said servitude agreement; to declare that such use as granted in the servitude agree‐ ment will incorporate space that is neither needed for public pur‐ poses nor shall such use interfere with the use of the public right-of-way; to set forth the reasons for said servitude agree‐ ment; pursuant to Ordi‐ nance Calendar No. 35,504. This ordinance is sched‐ uled for final adoption on August 20, 2026, and may be seen in full in the Clerk of Council’s Office, 1300 Perdido Street, Room 1E09, City Hall. AISHA R. COLLIER CLERK OF COUNCIL PUBLICATION DATES: July 31, August 7 and 14, 2026 NOCP 9196 195877-jul 31-aug 7-14-3t $53.73 PUBLIC NOTICE --PUBLIC NOTICE Pursuant to LSA R.S. 33:4712 the City of New Orleans hereby gives no‐ tice of its intention to au‐ thorize the Mayor of the City of New Orleans to enter into an agreement to grant a servitude to an adjacent property owner for encroachments on/over portions of pub‐ lic right-of-way located at the municipal address 10 Newcomb Boulevard; to fix the minimum price and terms of said servi‐ tude agreement; to de‐ clare that such use as granted in the servitude agreement will incorpo‐ rate space that is neither needed for public pur‐ poses nor shall such use interfere with the use of the public right-of-way; to set forth the reasons for said servitude agree‐ ment; pursuant to Ordi‐ nance Calendar No. 35,509. This ordinance is sched‐ uled for final adoption on August 20, 2026, and may be seen in full in the Clerk of Council’s Office, 1300 Perdido Street, Room 1E09, City Hall. AISHA R. COLLIER CLERK OF COUNCIL PUBLICATION DATES: July 31, August 7 and 14, 2026 NOCP 9201 195883-jul 31-aug 7-14-3t $53.73 PUBLIC NOTICE --PUBLIC NOTICE Pursuant to LSA R.S. 33:4712 the City of New Orleans hereby gives no‐ tice of its intention to au‐ thorize the Mayor of the City of New Orleans to enter into an agreement to grant a servitude to an adjacent property owner for encroachments on/over portions of pub‐ lic right-of-way located at the municipal address 1660 North Roman Street; to fix the minimum price and terms of said servi‐ tude agreement; to de‐ clare that such use as granted in the servitude agreement will incorpo‐ rate space that is neither needed for public pur‐ poses nor shall such use interfere with the use of the public right-of-way; to set forth the reasons for said servitude agree‐ ment; pursuant to Ordi‐ nance Calendar No. 35,510. This ordinance is sched‐ uled for final adoption on August 20, 2026, and may be seen in full in the Clerk of Council’s Office, 1300 Perdido Street, Room 1E09, City Hall. AISHA R. COLLIER CLERK OF COUNCIL PUBLICATION DATES: July 31, August 7 and 14, 2026 NOCP 9202 195886-jul 31-aug 7-14-3t $53.73 PUBLIC NOTICE --PUBLIC NOTICE Pursuant to LSA R.S. 33:4712 the City of New Orleans hereby gives no‐ tice of its intention to au‐ thorize the Mayor of the City of New Orleans to enter into an agreement to grant a servitude to an adjacent property owner for encroachments on/over portions of pub‐ lic right-of-way located at the municipal address 6 Newcomb Boulevard; to fix the minimum price and terms of said servi‐ tude agreement; to de‐ clare that such use as granted in the servitude agreement will incorpo‐ rate space that is neither needed for public pur‐ poses nor shall such use interfere with the use of the public right-of-way; to set forth the reasons for said servitude agree‐ ment; pursuant to Ordi‐ nance Calendar No. 35,508. This ordinance is sched‐ uled for final adoption on August 20, 2026, and may be seen in full in the Clerk of Council’s Office, 1300 Perdido Street, Room 1E09, City Hall. AISHA R. COLLIER CLERK OF COUNCIL

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PUBLICATION DATES: July 31, August 7 and 14, 2026 NOCP 9200 195882-jul 31-aug 7-14-3t $53.73 PUBLIC NOTICE --PUBLIC NOTICE Pursuant to LSA R.S. 33:4712 the City of New Orleans hereby gives no‐ tice of its intention to au‐ thorize the Mayor of the City of New Orleans to enter into an agreement to grant a servitude to an adjacent property owner for encroachments on/over portions of pub‐ lic right-of-way located at the municipal address 221 Royal Street; to fix the minimum price and terms of said servitude agreement; to declare that such use as granted in the servitude agree‐ ment will incorporate space that is neither needed for public pur‐ poses nor shall such use interfere with the use of the public right-of-way; to set forth the reasons for said servitude agree‐ ment; pursuant to Ordi‐ nance Calendar No. 35,511. This ordinance is sched‐ uled for final adoption on August 20, 2026, and may be seen in full in the Clerk of Council’s Office, 1300 Perdido Street, Room 1E09, City Hall. AISHA R. COLLIER CLERK OF COUNCIL PUBLICATION DATES: July 31, August 7 and 14, 2026 NOCP 9203 195891-jul 31-aug 7-14-3t $53.73 PUBLIC NOTICE --UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT EASTERN DISTRICT OF LOUISIANA IN THE MATTER OF THE COMPLAINT OF RO BOATS, LLC AND REC MA‐ RINE LOGISTICS, LLC AS OWNER AND OPERATOR OF THE M/V GOL WORKER, PETITIONING FOR EXONERATION FROM OR LIMITATION OF LIA‐ BILITY CIVIL ACTION NO: 2:26cv-01010 - SECTION “B” (5) – ILRL-MBN NOTICE TO CLAIMANTS OF COMPLAINT FOR EX‐ ONERATION FROM OR LIMITATION OF LIABILITY RO Boats, LLC and REC Marine, LLC, as owner and operator of the GOL WORKER (“Limitation Pe‐ titioners”), have filed a Complaint pursuant to Title 46 U.S.C. §§ 30501– 30512 as amended, claiming the right to ex‐ oneration from, or limita‐ tion of liability of any loss, claim, injuries, de‐ struction, or alleged damage caused by or re‐ sulting from an alleged incident involving the M/V GOL WORKER (Offi‐ cial No. 1140618) occur‐ ring on or about October 23, 2023, in the Gulf of Mexico south of Sabine Pass, which is off the coast of Louisiana, as more fully described in the Complaint. All persons, firms, or cor‐ porations asserting claims with respect to which the Complaint seeks exoneration from or limitation of liability are admonished, to file their respective claims, under oath, as provided in Rule F of the Supple‐ mental Rules for Certain Admiralty and Maritime Claims of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, with the Clerk of the United States District Court for the Eastern Dis‐ trict of Louisiana, 500 Poydras St., New Orleans, Louisiana 70130, and must serve a copy thereof on counsel for Limitation Petitioners on or before the 13th day of January, 2027 or be de‐ faulted. Any claimant desiring to contest either the right to exoneration from, or the right to limitation of liability, shall file and serve an Answer to the Complaint, unless his or her claim is included in Answer, all as is required by Rule F of the Supple‐ mental Rules for Certain Admiralty Maritime Claims of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure or be barred from bring‐ ing such action. New Orleans, Louisiana, this 15th day of July, 2026. /s/ L. Guillot Deputy Clerk of Court /s/Aaron B. Greenbaum Aaron B. Greenbaum, T.A. (#31752) Kristian B. Dobard (#36997) PUSATERI, JOHNSTON, GUILLOT & GREENBAUM, LLC 1100 Poydras Street, Suite 2250 New Orleans, LA 70163 Telephone: (504) 620-2500 Facsimile: (504) 620-2510 aaron.greenbaum@ pjgglaw.com kristian.dobard@ pjgglaw.com ATTORNEYS FOR RO BOATS, LLC AND REC MA‐ RINE LOGISTICS, LLC 195502-jul 31-aug 7-14-214t $1,333 PUBLIC NOTICE --United States District Court for the Central District of Cali‐ fornia Civil Action No. 2:25-CV05872-AB-E Shamar Deal Plaintiff(s) v. Gerald Henry aka Ger‐ reaux Katana pka “Ger‐ reaux” See Attachment for Addi‐ tional Names. Defendant(s) SUMMONS IN A CIVIL AC‐ TION To: Gerald Henry aka Ger‐ reaux Katana pka “Ger‐ reaux” (Address Un‐ known) A lawsuit has been filed against you. Within 21 days after ser‐ vice of this summons on you (not counting the day you received it) — or 60 days if you are the United States or a United States agency, or an offi‐ cer or employee of the United States described in Fed. R. Civ. P. 12 (a)(2) or (3) — you must serve on the plain‐ tiff an answer to the at‐ tached complaint or a motion under Rule 12 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure. The answer motion must be or served on the plaintiff or plaintiff’s attorney, whose name and ad‐ dress are: Larry Zerner 1801 Century Park East, Ste. 2400, Los Angeles, CA 90067 If you fail to respond, judgment by default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint. You also must file your answer or motion with the court. Date: 7/24/2026

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JUDICIAL ADVERTISE‐ MENT 24TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF JEFFERSON STATE OF LOUISIANA NO: 852-232 REGIONS BANK VS BRET M. PENNISON (A/K/A BRET PENNISON) By virtue of and in obedience to a Writ of FIERI FACIAS from the 24th Judicial District Court, Parish of Jeffer‐ son, State of Louisiana, in the above num‐ bered and enti‐ tled cause, dated February 9, 2026, I have seized and will proceed to sell to the highest bidder at public auction, at the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Ofﬁce Complex, 1233 Westbank Ex‐ pressway, Har‐ vey, Louisiana, 70058, on Au‐ gust 19, 2026 at 10 o'clock a.m. the following described prop‐ erty to wit: THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY IN THE PARISH OF JEFFERSON, STATE OF LOUISIANA: IN THAT PART THEREOF KNOWN AS UNI‐ VERSITY CITY, AS PER PLAN OF RESUBDIVISION BY RENE A. HAR‐ RIS, DATED FEB‐ RUARY 3, 1972, APPROVED IN COB 759, FOLIO 475 AND DESIGNATED AS LOT T, SQUARE 13, BOUNDED BY WEST LOUISIANA STATE DRIVE, WEST TEMPLE PLACE, LOYOLA DRIVE WEST AND WEST STAN‐ FORD PLACE AND LOT T (SOMETIMES ERRONEOUSLY REFERRED TO AS LOT 7) COM‐ MENCES 160 FEET FROM WEST TEMPLE PLACE AND WEST LOUISIANA STATE DRIVE AND MEASURES 50 FEET FRONT ON WEST LOUISIANA STATE DRIVE, SAME WIDTH IN THE REAR, BY A DEPTH BETWEEN EQUAL AND PARALLEL LINES OF 110 FEET. This sale is sub‐ ject to all supe‐ rior security in‐ terests, mort‐ gages, liens and privileges. TERMS - The full purchase price is due at the

NOTE: All funds must be Cashier's Check, Certiﬁed Check, Money Order, or Personal Check with Bank Letter of Credit. AMY R. ORTIS Attorney for Plaintiff JOSEPH P. LOPINTO, III Sheriff Parish of Jefferson The New Orleans Advocate: July 10, 2026, August 14, 2026 Jul 10-aug 14-2t JUDICIAL ADVERTISE‐ MENT 24TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF JEFFERSON STATE OF LOUISIANA NO: 821-168 GIROD TITLING TRUST VS REGINALD D. WAYNE AND REGGIE WAYNE ENTERPRISES, LLC

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Land Surveyor, dated May 25, 1990, a copy of which is an‐ nexed to act of Cash Sale dated June 13, 1990, recorded at COB 2332, Folio 234, Entry No. 9024382, of‐ ﬁcial records of Jef‐ ferson Parish, Louisiana, and according thereto said square is bounded by Lake Aspen East Drive, Lake Aspen North Drive, Lake Tim‐ berlane Drive, Lake Aspen South Drive, Lake Kristin Drive, Parcel B and Lake Louise Drive. Improvements thereon bear municipal ad‐ dress 3621 Lake Aspen Drive East, Gretna, Louisiana 700568302. This sale is sub‐ ject to all supe‐ rior security in‐ terests, mort‐ gages, liens and privileges. TERMS - The full purchase price is due at the time of the sale.

By virtue of and in obedience to a Writ of FIERI FACIAS from the 24th Judicial District Court, Parish of Jeffer‐ son, State of Louisiana, in the above num‐ bered and enti‐ tled cause, dated January 29, 2026, I have seized and will proceed to sell to the highest bidder at public auction, at the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Ofﬁce Complex, 1233 Westbank Ex‐ pressway, Har‐ vey, Louisiana, 70058, on Wednesday, Au‐ gust 19, 2026 at 10 o'clock a.m. the following described prop‐ erty to wit:

NOTE: All funds must be Cashier's Check, Certiﬁed Check, Money Order, or Personal Check with Bank Letter of Credit.

ONE CERTAIN LOT OF GROUND, together with all the buildings and improve‐ ments thereon and all of the rights, ways, privi‐ leges, servi‐ tudes, advan‐ tages and appurtenances thereunto be‐ longing or in anywise apper‐ taining, situated in the Parish of Jefferson, State of Louisiana, in STONEBRIDGE SUBDIVISION (formerly a part of Parcels FF-9 and FF-10, Lake Tim‐ berlane Es‐ tates), in SQUARE 7 thereof desig‐ nated as LOT NO. 169, which lot mea‐ sure 100.48 feet front on Lake Aspen East Drive, 100 feet in width in the rear, by a depth of 126.74 feet on the North side line and a depth of 136.46 feet on the opposite sideline. All in accordance with a plan by J.J. Krebs & Sons, Inc., dated August 31, 1981, ﬁled in Plan Book 108, Folio 31-B approved by Ordinance No. 15014 adopted by the Jefferson Parish Council on January 6, 1982, registered in COB 1019, Folio 674, Entry No. 1001764, Parish of Jefferson on February 5, 1982, registered in COB 1031, folio 53. All as more fully shown on sur‐ vey by J.F. Ruello, Land Surveyor, dated July 20, 1983. Said measure‐ ments are more fully shown on Plat of Survey by Wilton J. Dufrene,

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SCOTT R. CHEATHAM Attorney for Plaintiff JOSEPH P. LOPINTO, III Sheriff Parish of Jefferson The New Orleans Advocate: July 10, 2026, August 14, 2026 Jul 10-aug 14-2t JUDICIAL ADVERTISE‐ MENT

NO: 862-741 LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC VS CRISTI JOFFRION A/K/A CRISTI GEISENDORFF AND THE UNOPENED SUCCESSION OF CHRISTOPHER CELESTIN A/K/A CHRISTOPHER AARON CELESTIN, DECEASED By virtue of and in obedience to a Writ of SEIZURE AND SALE from the 24th Judicial District Court, Parish of Jeffer‐ son, State of Louisiana, in the above num‐ bered and enti‐ tled cause, dated April 27, 2026, I have seized and will proceed to sell to the highest bidder at public auction, at the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Ofﬁce Complex, 1233 Westbank Ex‐ pressway, Har‐ vey, Louisiana, 70058, on Au‐ gust 19, 2026 at 10 o'clock a.m. the following described prop‐ erty to wit: THAT CERTAIN LOT OR PARCEL OF GROUND, to‐ gether with all the buildings and improvements thereon, and all the rights, ways, privileges, servitudes, ap‐ purtenances and advantages thereunto be‐ longing or in anywise apper‐ taining situated in the State of Louisiana, Parish of Jeffer‐ son, in that part thereof known as Lake Timber‐ lane Estates, Section 4, in accordance

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with the plan of resubdivision by J. J. Krebs & Sons, Inc., Civil Engineer & Sur‐ veyors, dated December 8, 1989, approved by the Jefferson Parish Council on Feb‐ ruary 14, 1990 by Ordinance No. 17929, recorded March 15, 1990, under Entry No. 90-10219, in COB 2305, folio 207, said portion of ground is desig‐ nated as Lot 16, Square D and more fully de‐ scribed as fol‐ lows: Square D is bounded by Jupiter Street, Sutherland Place, Pem‐ broke Lane and Parcels A-1 and A-2. Lot 16 com‐ mences 915.00' from the corner of Jupiter Street and Sutherland Place, measures thence 60' front on Sutherland Place, same width in the rear by a depth of 125' between equal and paral‐ lel lines. All as more fully shown on sur‐ vey by J. J. Krebs & Sons, Inc, redated and signed February 17, 1994. This sale is sub‐ ject to all supe‐ rior security in‐ terests, mort‐ gages, liens and privileges. TERMS - The full purchase price is due at the time of the sale. NOTE: All funds must be Cashier's Check, Certiﬁed Check, Money Order, or Personal Check with Bank Letter of Credit. L. GRAHAM ARCENEAUX Attorney for Plaintiff JOSEPH P. LOPINTO, III Sheriff Parish of Jefferson The New Orleans Advocate: July 10, 2026, August 14, 2026 Jul 10-aug 14-2t JUDICIAL ADVERTISE‐ MENT 24TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF JEFFERSON STATE OF LOUISIANA NO: 853-663 DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR FIRST FRANKLIN MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2006-FF9, MORT‐ GAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-FF9 VS PATRICIA AMAYA MORGA HERNANDEZ AKA PATRICIA ARACELY HERNANDEZ AMAYA, CAMILA ALEXANDRA HERNANDEZ AND SEBASTIAN DAVID HERNANDEZ By virtue of and in obedience to a Writ of SEIZURE AND SALE from the 24th Judicial District Court, Parish of Jeffer‐ son, State of Louisiana, in the above num‐ bered and enti‐ tled cause, dated June 4, 2024, I have seized and will proceed to sell to the highest bidder at public auction, at the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Ofﬁce Complex, 1233 Westbank Ex‐ pressway, Har‐ vey, Louisiana, 70058, on Au‐

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gust 19, 2026 at 10 o'clock a.m. the following described prop‐ erty to wit: THAT CERTAIN PORTION OF GROUND, to‐ gether with all the buildings and improvements thereon, and all the rights, ways, privileges, servitudes, ap‐ purtenances and advantages thereunto be‐ longing or in anywise apper‐ taining, situated in the Parish of Jefferson, State of Louisiana, in SQUARE NO 101, TERRYTOWN SUBDIVISION, NO. 6, bounded by Glouster Place, Gibson Street (side), Goucher Street (side), Grape Place (side) and Glouster Place (side), desig‐ nated as LOT NO. 5, com‐ mences at a dis‐ tance of 325 feet from the corner Glouster Place and Gibson Street, mea‐ sures thence 60 feet front on Glouster Place, a width in the rear of 60.32 feet by a depth on the sideline nearer Gibson Street of 112.50 feet and a depth of 106.25 on the opposite side‐ line. All as more full shown on survey of Gilbert, Kelly & Couturie, Inc., S&E, dated Oc‐ tober 12, 1991, which as the ad‐ dress of 744 Glouster Place, Gretna, Louisiana 70056; subject to restrictions, servitudes, rights-of-way and outstanding mineral rights of record affect‐ ing the property. This sale is sub‐ ject to all supe‐ rior security in‐ terests, mort‐ gages, liens and privileges. TERMS - The full purchase price is due at the time of the sale. NOTE: All funds must be Cashier's Check, Certiﬁed Check, Money Order, or Personal Check with Bank Letter of Credit. ASHLEY E. MORRIS Attorney for Plaintiff JOSEPH P. LOPINTO, III Sheriff Parish of Jefferson The New Orleans Advocate: July 10, 2026, August 14, 2026 Jul 10-aug 14-2t

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TERMS - The full purchase price is due at the time of the sale.

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NO: 863-993 LOANDEPOT.CO M, LLC VERSUS JOYCE L. GROS A/K/A JOYCE L. NAJOLIA DE‐ MANDRE GROS By virtue of and in obedience to a Writ of SEIZURE AND SALE from the 24th Judicial District Court, Parish of Jeffer‐ son, State of Louisiana, in the above num‐ bered and enti‐ tled cause, dated April 29, 2025, I have seized and will proceed to sell to the highest bidder at public auction, at the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Ofﬁce Complex, 1233 Westbank Ex‐ pressway, Har‐ vey, Louisiana, 70058, on Au‐ gust 19, 2026 at 10 o'clock a.m. the following described prop‐ erty to wit: THAT CERTAIN PIECE OR POR‐ TION OF GROUND, to‐ gether with all the rights, ways, privileges, servitudes, ap‐ purtenances and advantages thereunto be‐ longing or in anywise appertaining, situated in the Parish of Jeffer‐ son, State of Louisiana, in VALLEY REALTY CO. Subdivision, in Square No. 16, bounded by Manson Drive, Street, Tenth Farrington Drive and Eleventh Street, designated as Lot No. 121, all in accordance with the survey of Adloe Orr, Jr. & Associates, C. E., dated July 17, 1958, which said lot commences at a distance of 250.03 feet from the corner of Manson Drive and Tenth Street, and measures thence 50 feet front on Manson Drive, the same in width in the rear, by a depth of 100 feet be‐ tween equal and parallel lines; subject to restrictions, servitudes, rights-of-way and outstanding mineral rights of record affect‐ ing the prop‐ erty. This sale is sub‐ ject to all supe‐ rior security in‐ terests, mort‐ gages, liens and privileges.

BRIGHAM J. LUNDBERG Attorney for Plaintiff JOSEPH P. LOPINTO, III Sheriff Parish of Jefferson The New Orleans Advocate: July 10, 2026, August 14, 2026 Jul 10-aug 14-2t JUDICIAL ADVERTISE‐ MENT 24TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF JEFFERSON STATE OF LOUISIANA NO: 863-183 PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES, LLC VS TAREK A. FADL AND MELODY STUART ISMAIL A/K/A MELODY STUART RICCIARDO ISMAIL FADL By virtue of and in obedience to a Writ of FIERI FACIAS from the 24th Judicial District Court, Parish of Jeffer‐ son, State of Louisiana, in the above num‐ bered and enti‐ tled cause, dated Novem‐ ber 5, 2025, I have seized and will proceed to sell to the high‐ est bidder at public auction, at the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Ofﬁce Complex, 1233 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, Louisiana, 70058, on Au‐ gust 19, 2026 at 10 o'clock a.m. the following described prop‐ erty to wit: THAT CERTAIN PIECE OR PO‐ TION OF GROUND, to‐ gether with all the buildings and improve‐ ments thereon, and all of the rights, ways, privileges, servitudes, appurtenances and advantages thereunto be‐ longing or in anywise apper‐ taining, situated In the City of Kenner, Parish of Jeffer‐ son, State of Louisiana, in UNIVERSITY SUBDIVI‐ CITY SION, SQUARE NO. 80, which said square is bounded by Kilgore Place, North‐ western Drive,

Jefferson Parish Housing Services Development District (HSDD) Public Notice The Jefferson Parish Housing Services Development District (HSDD) Proposed Annual Agency Plan for Fiscal Year Beginning January 1, 2027, will be available for a 45-day public comment period beginning on August 14, 2026, and concluding at the close of business on September 28, 2026. The Annual Agency Plan is located on the HSDD website at www.jphsdd.org and can also be viewed at the HSDD Office Building, 121 Pailet Drive, Harvey, LA 70058, Monday through Thursday between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Concerned residents should submit their Annual Agency Plan comments to the attention of Dorian Rawles, Executive Director, at the HSDD Office Building, 121 Pailet Drive, Harvey, LA 70058 or via email address info@jphsdd.org. All written comments will be accepted through close of business on or before September 28, 2026. Oral comments will be accepted in person at the Annual Agency Plan Public Hearing scheduled for Monday, September 28, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the HSDD Office Building located at 121 Pailet Drive, Harvey, LA 70058. The Jefferson Parish Housing Services Development District endeavors to make all public meetings accessible to persons with disabilities. If you are a person with a disability and require reasonable accommodation(s) to participate in programs and services offered by HSDD, please contact Christie Coleman, Office Manager, by phone at (504) 342-4475 or by email at info@jphsdd.org .

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John Hopkins Drive and Tu‐ lane Drive and according to a plan of subdivi‐ sion by the of‐ fice of Surveys, Inc, dated No‐ vember 4, 1960, revised on December 31, 1960, February 20, 1961, and as further revised October 13, 1961, copy of which is on file in the records of Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, and accordance in with a resubdi‐ vision of a por‐ tion of Univer‐ sity City Subdivision by Rene A. Harris, dated Novem‐ ber 15, 1965, ap‐ proved under Ordinance No. 881, City of Kenner, on De‐ cember 20, 1965, said lot is desig‐ nated as fol‐ lows: LOT NO. 7 forms the corner of Northwestern Drive and John Hopkins Drive and measures thence 65.26 feet front on John Hopkins Drive, 53.95 feet In width in the rear, by a depth along North‐ western Drive of 110.58 feet and a depth of 110 feet on the opposite sideline. All in accordance with survey by J.J. Krebs & Sons, Inc., dated August 18, 1975, resurveyed and certified correct December 10, 1976; subject to restrictions, servitudes, rights-of-way and outstanding mineral rights of record affecting the property. The Improve‐ ments thereon bear Municipal No. 94 John Hop‐ kins Drive, Ken‐ ner, LA 70065. This sale is sub‐ ject to all supe‐ rior security in‐ terests, mort‐ gages, liens and privileges. TERMS - The full purchase price is due at the time of the sale. NOTE: All funds must be Cashier's Check, Certified Check, Money Order, or Personal Check with Bank Letter of Credit. BRIGHAM J. LUNDBERG Attorney for Plaintiff JOSEPH P. LOPINTO, III Sheriff Parish of Jefferson The New Orleans Advocate: July 10, 2026, August 14, 2026 Jul 10-aug 14-2t JUDICIAL ADVERTISE‐ MENT 24TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF JEFFERSON STATE OF LOUISIANA NO: 870-907 CASCADE FUNDING MORTGAGE TRUST HB15 VERSUS TRACY MARILYN CARR FEDERICI AND THE UNOPENED SUCCESSION OF RONALD R. FEDERICI By virtue of and in obedience to a Writ of SEIZURE AND SALE from the 24th Judicial District Court, Parish of Jeffer‐ son, State of Louisiana, in the above num‐ bered and enti‐ tled cause, De‐ cember 8, 2025, I have seized and will proceed to sell to the high‐ est bidder at

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public auction, at the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Ofﬁce Complex, 1233 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, Louisiana, 70058, on Sep‐ tember 23, 2026 at 10 o'clock a.m. the follow‐ ing described property to wit: REAL PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF METAIRIE, COUNTY OF JEF‐ FERSON, STATE OF LOUISIANA, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: LOT 3, SQUARE 5, CHATEAU PARK SUBDIVI‐ SION, MORE FULLY DE‐ SCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: THAT CERTAIN PIECE OR POR‐ TION OF GROUND, TO‐ GETHER WITH ALL RIGHTS, WAYS, SERVITUDES, APPURTE‐ NANCES AND ADVANTAGES THEREUNTO BE‐ LONGING OR IN ANYWISE AP‐ PERTAINING, SITUATED IN THE PARISH OF JEF‐ FERSON, STATE OF LOUISIANA, IN THAT SUBDI‐ VISION KNOWN AS CHATEAU PARK, BEING A RESUBDIVSION OF PLOTS 340, 341, 330, 331, 328, 329, 316, 317, 318, 319, 304, 305, 306, 307, 294, 295, AND PART OF 292 AND 293, HESSMER FARMS SUBDIVI‐ SION, AS PER SUBDIVISION PLAN OF WILLIAM MAIER, DATED 415-70, RECORDED IN THE PARISH OF JEFFERSON UNDER ORDINANCE NO. 10331 IN COB 745, FOLIO 390. ACCORDING TO SAID PLAN LOT 3 OF SQUARE 5 IS SITUATED IN THAT SQUARE BOUNDED BY CHATEAU DRIVE AND WEST ES‐ PLANADE AV‐ ENUE, HESSMER AV‐ ENUE AND 7TH STREET. LOT 3 COMMENCES AT A DISTANCE OF 116.07 FEET FROM THE COR‐ NER OF CHATEAU DRIVE AND WEST ES‐ PLANADE AVENUE, MEA‐ SURES THENCE 60 FEET FRONT ON CHATEAU DRIVE, THE SAME IN WIDTH IN THE REAR, BY A DEPTH OF 96.27 FEET ON THE SIDE LINE NEAREST TO WEST ES‐ PLANADE AV‐ ENUE, AND A DEPTH OF 96.92 FEET ON THE OPPOSITE SIDE LINE. LOT 3 OF SQUARE 5 LIES WHOLLY WITHIN WHAT WAS ORIGINAL PLOT 295 OF HESSMER FARMS SUBDIVI‐ SION. ALL AS MORE FULLY SHOWN ON THE SURVEY OF JAMES F. LUMSDEN, C.E., DATED 3-20-72 AND 7-23-72 (FINAL). ALL AS MORE FULLY SHOWN ON SURVEY OF DADING, MAR‐ QUES & ASSOCIATES, INC. DATED 9-161998. This sale is sub‐ ject to all supe‐ rior security in‐ terests, mort‐ gages, liens and privileges. TERMS - The full purchase price is due at the time of the sale. NOTE: All funds must be Cashier's Check, Certiﬁed Check, Money Order, or Personal Check with irrevocable Bank Letter of Credit. WILLIAM S.

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TEBBE Attorney for Plaintiff JOSEPH P. LOPINTO, III Sheriff Parish of Jefferson The New Orleans Advocate: August 14, 2026, September 18, 2026 Aug 14-sep 18-2t JUDICIAL ADVERTISE‐ MENT 24TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF JEFFERSON STATE OF LOUISIANA NO: 864-214-"M" MIRYAM BERTRAN VERSUS KEVIN M. WILLIAMS, CATHERINE HOLMES WILLIAMS, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, U.S. SMALL BUSINESS AD‐ MINISTRATIO N, STATE OF LOUISIANA AND STATE OF LOUISIANA, DI‐ VISION OF ADMINSTRATIO N, OFFICE OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT By virtue of and in obedience to a JUDGMENT from the 24th Judicial District Court, Parish of Jefferson, State of Louisiana, in the above num‐ bered and enti‐ tled cause, dated January 12, 2026, I will offer for sale to the highest bid‐ der at public auction, at the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Ofﬁce Complex, 1233 Westbank Ex‐ pressway, Har‐ vey, Louisiana, 70058, on Au‐ gust 19, 2026 at 10 o'clock a.m. the following described prop‐ erty to wit: THAT CERTAIN PORTION OF GROUND, to‐ gether with all the buildings and improvements thereon, and all of the rights, ways, privi‐ leges, servi‐ tudes, appurtenances and advantages thereunto be‐ longing or in anywise apper‐ taining, situated in the Parish of Jeffer‐ son, State of Louisiana, in that part thereof known as GRETNA GAR‐ DENS SUBDIVI‐ SION, desig‐ nated as LOT NO. 3, of SQUARE 17; said Square bounded by Stafford, Twenty-First, Weyer, and Twentieth Streets; said Lot commences at a distance of 80 feet from the corner of Twen‐ tieth Street and Weyer Street, and measures thence 40 feet front on Twenti‐ eth Street, same width in the rear, with a depth of 150 feet between equal and paral‐ lel lines. All in accordance with the survey of Mandle Survey‐ ing, Inc., dated August 5, 1981, resurveyed May 21, 1992. Said measure‐ ments are more fully shown on a plat of survey by Dufrene Sur‐ veying & Engineering, Inc., Land Sur‐ veyors, dated May 21, 1996. Improvements bear the Munici‐ pal No. 910 20th Street, Gretna, Louisiana 70053. This sale is sub‐

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ject to all supe‐ rior security in‐ terests, mort‐ gages, liens and privileges. TERMS - The full purchase price is due at the time of the sale. NOTE: All funds must be Cashier's Check, Certiﬁed Check, Money Order. WESLEY M. PLAISANCE Attorney for Plaintiff JOSEPH P. LOPINTO, III Sheriff Parish of Jefferson The New Orleans Advocate: July 10, 2026, August 14, 2026 Jul 10-aug 14-2t JUDICIAL ADVERTISE‐ MENT 24TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF JEFFERSON STATE OF LOUISIANA NO: 869-456 COLONIAL SAVINGS, F.A. VERSUS SHANA MARIE MCDANIEL WIFE OF/AND ANDREW SCOTT MCDANIEL By virtue of and in obedience to a Writ of SEIZURE AND SALE from the 24th Judicial District Court, Parish of Jeffer‐ son, State of Louisiana, in the above num‐ bered and enti‐ tled cause, Oc‐ tober 16, 2025, I have seized and will proceed to sell to the high‐ est bidder at public auction, at the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Ofﬁce Complex, 1233 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, Louisiana, 70058, on Sep‐ tember 23, 2026 at 10 o'clock a.m. the follow‐ ing described property to wit: ONE CERTAIN LOT OR PARCEL OF GROUND, TO‐ GETHER WITH ALL BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON AND ALL RIGHTS, WAYS, PRIVILEGES, SERVITUDES, ADVANTAGES AND APPURTE‐ NANCES THEREUNTO BE‐ LONGING OR IN ANYWISE AP‐ PERTAINING, SITUATED IN THE PARISH OF JEF‐ FERSON, STATE OF LOUISIANA, IN SQUARE NO. FORTY-ONE (41), IN SECTION "B" OF BRIDGEDALE SUBDIVISION BOUNDED PRINCE STREET, CLEARVIEW PARKWAY, CEDAR STREET AND WEST METAIRIE AVENUE, DESIG‐ NATED AS LOT NUMBER ELEVEN (11) AC‐ CORDING TO A SURVEY MADE BY GILBERT & KELLY, SURVEY‐ ORS, DATED DE‐ CEMBER 19, 1952, ANNEXED TO AN ACT BE‐ FORE ERNEST J. ROBIN, N.P .. , DATED FEBRUARY 5, 1953 WHICH SAID LOT NO. ELEVEN (11) COMMENCES ONE HUNDRED TWENTY (120') FEET FROM THE INTERSECTION OF CEDAR AVENUE AND PRINCE STREET, IN ACTUAL MEA‐ SUREMENTS, SIXTY (60') FEET (TITLE MEA‐ SUREMENT SIXTY-FIVE (65') FEET FRONT ON CEDAR AVENUE, THIRTY-FIVE AND 20/100 (35.20') FEET IN

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WIDTH IN THE REAR, BY A DEPTH ON THE SIDE LINE NEAREST WEST MERAIRIE AVENUE OF ONE HUNDRED FIFTY-TWO AND 4/100 (152.04') FEET AND BY A DEPTH ON THE OPPOSITE SIDE LINE NEAR‐ EST PRINCE STREET OF ONE HUNDRED FIFTY (150') FEET. MUNICIPAL AD‐ DRESS: 809 CEDAR AVE., METAIRIE, LOUISIANA 70001-4603 PARCEL NUM‐ BER: 0820015209 This sale is sub‐ ject to all supe‐ rior security in‐ terests, mort‐ gages, liens and privileges. TERMS - The full purchase price is due at the time of the sale. NOTE: All funds must be Cashier's Check, Certiﬁed Check, Money Order, or Personal Check with irrevocable Bank Letter of Credit. BRIGHAM J. LUNDBERG Attorney for Plaintiff JOSEPH P. LOPINTO, III Sheriff Parish of Jefferson The New Orleans Advocate: August 14, 2026, September 18, 2026 Aug 14-sep 18-2t JUDICIAL ADVERTISE‐ MENT 24TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF JEFFERSON STATE OF LOUISIANA NO: 874-529 U.S. BANK TRUST NA‐ TIONAL ASSOCI‐ ATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR LEGACY MORTGAGE ASSET TRUST 2020-RPL1 VERSUS WILLIAM H. RAMBEAU, SR. By virtue of and in obedience to a Writ of SEIZURE AND SALE from the 24th Judicial District Court, Parish of Jeffer‐ son, State of Louisiana, in the above num‐ bered and enti‐ tled cause, dated April 29, 2026, I have seized and will proceed to sell to the highest bidder at public auction, at the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Ofﬁce Complex, 1233 Westbank Ex‐ pressway, Har‐ vey, Louisiana, 70058, on Wednesday, Au‐ gust 19, 2026 at 10 o'clock a.m. the following described prop‐ erty to wit: ONE CERTAIN CONDOMINIUM UNIT, together with all im‐ provements thereon including said Unit's appur‐ tenant undi‐ vided interest in the Common El‐ ements, situated in the State of Louisiana, Jef‐ ferson Parish, designated as Unit 1 in DEVONSHIRE CONDOMINI‐ UMS, as created by Condo‐ minium Declara‐ tion dated September 24, 1981 recorded as COB 1017, folio 664, entry no.: 997745 as amended on January 21, 1982 recorded as COB 1019, folio

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This sale is sub‐ ject to all supe‐ rior security in‐ terests, mort‐ gages, liens and privileges. TERMS - The full purchase price is due at the time of the sale. NOTE: All funds must be Cashier's Check, Certiﬁed Check, Money Order, or Personal Check with Bank Letter of Credit. EMILY A. MUELLER Attorney for Plaintiff JOSEPH P. LOPINTO, III Sheriff Parish of Jefferson The New Orleans Advocate: July 10, 2026, August 14, 2026 Jul 10-aug 14-2t JUDICIAL ADVERTISE‐ MENT 24TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF JEFFERSON STATE OF LOUISIANA NO: 874-065 THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATE HOLDERS OF CWALT, INC., ALTERNATIVE LOAN TRUST 2006-24CB, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 200624CB VERSUS ALICIA DAVIS By virtue of and in obedience to a Writ of SEIZURE AND SALE from the 24th Judicial District Court, Parish of Jeffer‐ son, State of Louisiana, in the above num‐ bered and enti‐ tled cause, March 25, 2026, I have seized and will proceed to sell to the high‐ est bidder at public auction, at the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Ofﬁce Complex, 1233 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, Louisiana, 70058, on Sep‐ tember 23, 2026 at 10 o'clock a.m. the follow‐ ing described property to wit: THAT CERTAIN PIECE OR POR‐ TION OF GROUND, to‐ gether with all the improvements thereon and all the rights, ways, privileges, servitudes, ad‐ vantages and appurte‐ nances there‐ unto belonging or in anywise appertaining, situated in the Parish of Jeffer‐ son, State of Louisiana, in that part thereof known as MEADOWBROOK SUBDIVISION, UNIT NO. 1, in accordance with plan of subdivision made by J.J. Krebs, & Sons, Inc., dated April 22, 1965, revised on August 9, 1965, ap‐ proved by the Jefferson parish Council Ordi‐ nance No. 7276 on August 19, 1965, registered in COB 622, folio 92. Said lot is more fully de‐ scribed on a plan of survey Wilton J. Dufrene, Sur‐ veyor, Dated March 9, 1973, a print of which is annexed hereto, as fol‐ lows, to-wit: Lot 4 of Square 3, which said square is bounded by

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Willowbrook Drive, Baywood Drive, Lapalco Boulevard, Com‐ merce Street, and Oakwood Drive. Lot 4 com‐ mences at a point of 278.83 feet from the in‐ tersection of Lapalco Boule‐ vard and Wil‐ lowbrook Drive and measures thence 60 feet front on Willowbrook drive, same width in the rear, by a depth of 110 feet be‐ tween equal and parallel lines. This sale is sub‐ ject to all supe‐ rior security in‐ terests, mort‐ gages, liens and privileges. TERMS - The full purchase price is due at the time of the sale. NOTE: All funds must be Cashier's Check, Certiﬁed Check, Money Order, or Personal Check with irrevocable Bank Letter of Credit. EMILY A. MUELLER Attorney for Plaintiff JOSEPH P. LOPINTO, III Sheriff Parish of Jefferson The New Orleans Advocate: August 14, 2026, September 18, 2026 Aug 14-sep 18-2t JUDICIAL ADVERTISE‐ MENT 24TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF JEFFERSON STATE OF LOUISIANA NO: 875-717 GITSIT SOLUTIONS, LLC, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY IN ITS CAPACITY AS SEPARATE TRUSTEE OF GV TRUST 2026-1 VERSUS ANN BEVAN FRAICHE AND THOMAS J. FRAICHE By virtue of and in obedience to a Writ of SEIZURE AND SALE from the 24th Judicial District Court, Parish of Jeffer‐ son, State of Louisiana, in the above num‐ bered and enti‐ tled cause, dated May 28, 2026, I have seized and will proceed to sell to the highest bidder at public auction, at the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Ofﬁce Complex, 1233 Westbank Ex‐ pressway, Har‐ vey, Louisiana, 70058, on Wednesday, Au‐ gust 19, 2026 at 10 o'clock a.m. the following described prop‐ erty to wit: THAT CERTAIN PIECE OR POR‐ TION OF GROUND, to‐ gether with all the buildings and improve‐ ments thereon, and all the rights, ways, privileges, servitudes, advantages and appurtenances thereunto be‐ longing or in anywise apper‐ taining, situated in the Parish of Jeffer‐ son, State of Louisiana, in METAIRIE HEIGHTS by bounded Metairie Heights Avenue, W. Esplanade Avenue, Metairie Court Parkway and Poplar Street and Lake Pontchartrain, designated as LOTS NOS. 869 and 871,

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on the survey made by Gilbert, Kelly & Cou‐ turie, Inc., Sur‐ veying & Engi‐ neering, dated May 15, 1976, a copy of which is an‐ nexed to an act of purchase reg‐ istered in COB 866, folio 171 and accord‐ ing to said sur‐ vey, said Lots Nos. 869 and 871 adjoin, and measure each 25 feet front on Metairie Heights Avenue, or a total of 50 feet front on Metairie Heights Avenue, same width in the rear, by a depth of 120 feet, between equal and paral‐ lel lines. Lot No. 859 forms the corner of Metairie Heights Avenue and W. Esplanade Avenue and has a depth and front on W. Es‐ planade Avenue of 120 feet (“Prop‐ erty”). This sale is sub‐ ject to all supe‐ rior security in‐ terests, mort‐ gages, liens and privileges. TERMS - The full purchase price is due at the time of the sale. NOTE: All funds must be Cashier's Check, Certiﬁed Check, Money Order, or Personal Check with Bank Letter of Credit. CANDACE A. COURTEAU Attorney for Plaintiff JOSEPH P. LOPINTO, III Sheriff Parish of Jefferson The New Orleans Advocate: July 10, 2026, August 14, 2026 Jul 10-aug 14-2t JUDICIAL ADVERTISE‐ MENT 24TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF JEFFERSON STATE OF LOUISIANA NO: 874-912 U.S. BANK NATIONAL AS‐ SOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY, BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE OF THE NEW RESIDEN‐ TIAL MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2024NQM2 VERSUS KEVIN MMAHAT A/K/A KEVIN P. MMAHAT AND GINA TEDESCO MMAHAT A/K/A GINA T. MMA‐ HAT A/K/A GINA MMAHAT By virtue of and in obedience to a Writ of SEIZURE AND SALE from the 24th Judicial District Court, Parish of Jeffer‐ son, State of Louisiana, in the above num‐ bered and enti‐ tled cause, dated April 21, 2026, I have seized and will proceed to sell to the highest bidder at public auction, at the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Ofﬁce Complex, 1233 Westbank Ex‐ pressway, Har‐ vey, Louisiana, 70058, on Wednesday, Au‐ gust 19, 2026 at 10 o'clock a.m. the following described prop‐ erty to wit: A certain piece or portion of ground, to‐ gether with all the buildings and improve‐ ments thereon, and all the rights, ways, means, privi‐ l i

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p leges, servi‐ tudes, appurte‐ nances and advantages thereunto be‐ longing or in anywise apper‐ taining, located in the Parish of Jefferson, State of Louisiana, or in anywise ap‐ pertaining, lo‐ cated in the Parish of Jefferson, State of Louisiana, designated as Lot M-11-A, Cleveland Es‐ tates "On the Lake", as more fully shown on a plan of Cleve‐ land Estates "On the Lake", Section 43, T12S-R10E, Jefferson Parish, LA, by Ronald Clement, P.L.S., dated Au‐ gust 03, 2018, and as supplemented by a plan of resubdivision of Lots M-9, M-10, M-11 & M-12, and Khan Court into Lots M-94, M-10A, M11A, M-12A, and Khan Court (Lot M-18), Cleve‐ land Estates "On the Lake" Subdivision lo‐ cated in Section 43, T12S-R10E, Jef‐ ferson Parish, LA, by Ronald Clement, P.L.S., dated Septem‐ ber 29, 2020, registered at COB 3445, folio 918, in the official records of the clerk of court for the Parish of Jefferson, State of Louisiana. This sale is sub‐ ject to all supe‐ rior security in‐ mort‐ terests, gages, liens and privileges. TERMS - The full purchase price is due at the time of the sale. NOTE: All funds must be Cashier's Check, Certified Check, Money Order, or Personal Check with Bank Letter of Credit. COREY J. GIROIR Attorney for Plaintiff JOSEPH P. LOPINTO, III Sheriff Parish of Jefferson The New Orleans Advocate: July 10, 2026, August 14, 2026 Jul 10-aug 14-2t JUDICIAL ADVERTISE‐ MENT 24TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF JEFFERSON STATE OF LOUISIANA NO: 868-191 PLANET HOME LENDING, LLC VS CHAD MICHAEL MARRERO AND CHRISTINA ANN MARRERO AKA CHRISTINA ANN MEYER MARRERO By virtue of and in obedience to a Writ of SEIZURE AND SALE from the 24th Judicial District Court, Parish of Jeffer‐ son, State of Louisiana, in the above num‐ bered and enti‐ tled cause, dated August 28, 2025, I have seized and will proceed to sell to the highest bidder at public auction, at the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office Complex, 1233 Westbank Ex‐ pressway, Har‐ vey, Louisiana, 70058, on Au‐ gust 19, 2026 at 10 o'clock a.m. the following described prop‐ erty to wit: ONE CERTAIN PIECE OR POR‐ TION OF GROUND, to‐ gether with all the buildings and improve‐ h

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p ments thereon, situated in the City of Kenner, Parish of Jeffer‐ son, State of Louisiana, in HIGHWAY PARK SUBDIVISION (Pope Park) in SQUARE NO. 515, bounded by Illi‐ nois Avenue (formerly Pine Street), 22nd Street (side) (formerly 2nd Street), Idaho Avenue (for‐ merly Elm Street) and 21st Street (formerly West Metairie Avenue), which said lot is desig‐ nated as LOT "Q", and com‐ mences at a dis‐ tance of 216.40 feet from the corner of Illinois Avenue and 21st Street and measures thence 50 feet front on Illinois Avenue, same width in the rear, and front on a 15 foot alley, in the rear, by a depth of 120 feet between equal and paral‐ lel lines, all in accordance with the survey of J.L. Fontcu‐ berta, Surveyor, dated May 31, 1965; subject to restrictions, servitudes, rights-of-way and outstanding mineral rights of record affecting the property. The improve‐ ments thereon bear the Munici‐ pal No. 1909 Illi‐ nois Avenue, Kenner, Louisiana 70062. This sale is sub‐ ject to all supe‐ rior security in‐ terests, mort‐ gages, liens and privileges. TERMS - The full purchase price is due at the time of the sale. NOTE: All funds must be Cashier's Check, Certiﬁed Check, Money Order, or Personal Check with Bank Letter of Credit. CANDACE A. COURTEAU Attorney for Plaintiff JOSEPH P. LOPINTO, III Sheriff Parish of Jefferson

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gether with all the buildings and improvements thereon, and all of the rights, ways, privi‐ leges, servi‐ tudes, appurtenances and advantages thereunto be‐ longing or in anywise apper‐ taining, situated in the Parish of Jeffer‐ son, State of Louisiana, in that part thereof known as Acres Ranch Subdivision, which said piece or portion of ground is shown on that certain subdivi‐ sion plan by Alvin E. Hotard, C.E., dated April 15, 1960, ap‐ proved by Ordinance No. 4567 of the Jef‐ ferson Parish Council adopted May 12, 1960, registered CDB 507, folio 402, and is further described in ac‐ cordance with the survey of J. J. Krebs & Son, Inc., dated September 24, 1976, resur‐ veyed Novem‐ ber 30, 1976, to show improvements es Lot 5 of Square 18, which said lot commences 200 feet from the in‐ tersection of Colorado Drive and Sierra Street, and measures thence 50 feet front on Colorado Drive, same width in the rear, by a depth of 125 feet each; subject to re‐ strictions, servi‐ tudes, rights-ofway and out‐ standing min‐ eral rights of record affecting the property. The improve‐ ments bear the municipal ad‐ dress 2516 Col‐ orado Dr, Mar‐ rero, Louisiana 70072. This sale is sub‐ ject to all supe‐ rior security in‐ terests, mort‐ gages, liens and privileges. TERMS - The full purchase price is due at the time of the sale.

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24TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF JEFFERSON STATE OF LOUISIANA NO: 866-959 PLANET HOME LENDING, LLC VERSUS ROSHANDA L. ALEXANDER AKA ROSHANDA LYNN ALEXANDER BLUE By virtue of and in obedience to a Writ of SEIZURE AND SALE from the 24th Judicial District Court, Parish of Jeffer‐ son, State of Louisiana, in the above num‐ bered and enti‐ tled cause, dated July 18, 2025, I have seized and will proceed to sell to the highest bidder at public auction, at the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Ofﬁce Complex, 1233 Westbank Ex‐ pressway, Har‐ vey, Louisiana, 70058, on Au‐ gust 19, 2026 at 10 o'clock a.m. the following described prop‐ erty to wit: A CERTAIN PIECE OR POR‐ TION OF GROUND, to‐

JOSEPH P. LOPINTO, III Sheriff Parish of Jefferson The New Orleans Advocate: July 10, 2026, August 14, 2026 Jul 10-aug 14-2t JUDICIAL ADVERTISE‐ MENT 24TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF JEFFERSON STATE OF LOUISIANA NO: 869-615 MCLP ASSET COMPANY, INC. VERSUS GERARD WALKER AND BETRICE HUD‐ SON WALKER (A/K/A BETRICE HUDSON) By virtue of and in obedience to a Writ of SEIZURE AND SALE from the 24th Judicial District Court, Parish of Jeffer‐ son, State of Louisiana, in the above num‐ bered and enti‐ tled cause, dated October 20, 2025, I have seized and will proceed to sell h hi h

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p to the highest bidder at public auction, at the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office Complex, 1233 Westbank Ex‐ pressway, Har‐ vey, Louisiana, 70058, on Au‐ gust 19, 2026 at 10 o'clock a.m. the following described prop‐ erty to wit: ONE CERTAIN PIECE OR POR‐ TION OF GROUND, to‐ gether with all the buildings and improve‐ ments thereon and all the rights, ways, privileges, servitudes, advantages and appurtenances thereunto be‐ longing or in anywise apper‐ talning, situated in the State of Louisiana, Parish of Jeffer‐ son in that part thereof known as Timber‐ Lake lane Estates, composed of a portion of De‐ strhan Divi‐ sion,formerly designated as Parcels D, E and M as shown on a plan of resub‐ division by J.J. Krebs & Sons, Inc., C.E.& S., dated September 18, 1980, approved by the Jefferson Parish Council under Ordinance No. 14580, adopted January 15, 1981, filed in COB 996,folio 812 in the Records of Jefferson Parish, LA which said plan was last revised January 30, 1985 said Parcel D being further re‐ subdivided into Parcel D-1 as per plan of resubdi‐ vision by Rich‐ mond W. Krebs, Professional Land Surveyor, dated May 26, 1998, ap‐ proved by the Jefferson Parish Council under Ordinance No. 20430, recorded in the Clerk of Court's Office for the Parish of Jeffer‐ son under In‐ strument No. 9852862, in COB 2991, folio 882; said prop‐ erty being fur‐ ther resubdi‐ vided as per plan of resubdi‐ vision by Rich‐ mond W. Krebs, Professional Land Surveying, L.S., dated July 2, 1998, last re‐ vised Septem‐ ber 23, 1999 and that plan enti‐ tled Privacy Entry Gate Plan for Village Green, approved by the Jefferson Parish Council on January 12, 2000 under Ordi‐ nance No. 20847 filed and regis‐ tered under In‐ strument No. 10005777 in COB 3024, folio 583 and accord‐ ing to which said property is designated as Village Green, Phase 1 as shown on plan of subdivision dated July 2, 1998 and re‐ vised as follows, June 30, 1999, August 11, 1999, August 19, 1999, September 2, 1999, September 7, 1999, Septem‐ ber 17, 1999, September 23, 1999 and December 15, 1999 and is more particu‐ larly described as follows: Lot 94 is bounded by North Village Street, Green Manhattan Boulevard (side),Harvey Boulevard and 116 foot access & utility servi‐ tude and mea‐ sures 50 feet front on North Village Green Street, has the same width in the

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rear by a depth of 108 feet between equal and parallel lines. All in ac‐ cordance with survey by John‐ son Professional Land Surveyors, Inc., dated Sep‐ tember 18, 2000, resurveyed Oc‐ tober 12, 2000 to lo‐ cate forms, resurveyed Oc‐ tober 16, 2000 to locate slab, resurveyed December 15, 2000, a copy of which is an‐ nexed hereto and made a part hereof. This sale is sub‐ ject to all supe‐ rior security in‐ terests, mort‐ gages, liens and privileges. TERMS - The full purchase price is due at the time of the sale. NOTE: All funds must be Cashier's Check, Certiﬁed Check, Money Order, or Personal Check with irrevocable Bank Letter of Credit. AMY R. ORTIS Attorney for Plaintiff JOSEPH P. LOPINTO, III Sheriff Parish of Jefferson The New Orleans Advocate: July 10, 2026, August 14, 2026 Jul 10-aug 14-2t JUDICIAL ADVERTISE‐ MENT 24TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF JEFFERSON STATE OF LOUISIANA NO: 870-835 WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE OF CSMC 2018-SP3 TRUST VERSUS AHMAD Q. SIDDIQUI AND GULNAZ QAVI SIDDIQUI By virtue of and in obedience to a Writ of SEIZURE AND SALE from the 24th Judicial District Court, Parish of Jeffer‐ son, State of Louisiana, in the above num‐ bered and enti‐ tled cause, dated Decem‐ ber 5, 2025, I have seized and will proceed to sell to the high‐ est bidder at public auction, at the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Ofﬁce Complex, 1233 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, Louisiana, 70058, on Wednesday, Au‐ gust 19, 2026 at 10 o'clock a.m. the following described prop‐ erty to wit: ONE CERTAIN LOT OF GROUND, TOGETHER WITH ALL THE BUILD‐ INGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON, AND ALL OF THE RIGHTS, WAYS, PRIVILEGES, SERVITUDES, APPURTE‐ NANCES AND ADVANTAGES THEREUNTO BE‐ LONGING OR IN ANYWISE APPERTAINING, SITUATED IN THE PARISH OF JEFFERSON, STATE OF LOUISIANA, IN THE CITY OF KENNER, IN THAT PART THEREOF KNOWN AS PLACE PONTCHAR‐ TRAIN SUBDIVI‐ SION, AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PLAN OF SUBDIVISION BY J.J. KREBS &

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SONS INC., DATED FEBRUARY, 4, 1993, REVISED MAY 24, 1993 AND JUNE 30, 1993, APPROVED BY THE KENNER CITY COUNCIL BY ORDINANCE NO. 668, REGIS‐ TERED IN COB 2873, FOLIO 814, SAID LOT IS DESIGNATED BY THE NO. 28, AND MEASURES 75.00 FEET FRONT ON RUE ST. MARTIN SAME WIDTH IN THE REAR, BY A DEPTH OF 130.00 FEET BETWEEN EQUAL AND PARALLEL LINES. ALL AS MORE FULLY SHOWN ON SURVEY BY DADING, MAR‐ QUES & ASSOCIATES, INC., DATED 7/25/97. THE IMPROVE‐ MENTS THEREON BEAR THE MUNICIPAL NO. 4409 RUE ST. MARTIN, KEN‐ NER, LOUISIANA 70065. This sale is sub‐ ject to all supe‐ rior security in‐ terests, mort‐ gages, liens and privileges. TERMS - The full purchase price is due at the time of the sale. NOTE: All funds must be Cashier's Check, Certiﬁed Check, Money Order, or Personal Check with Bank Letter of Credit. KATE SOTO‐ LONGO Attorney for Plaintiff JOSEPH P. LOPINTO, III Sheriff Parish of Jefferson The New Orleans Advocate: July 10, 2026, August 14, 2026 Jul 10-aug 14-2t JUDICIAL ADVERTISE‐ MENT 24TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF JEFFERSON STATE OF LOUISIANA NO: 873-920 PINGORA LOAN SERVICING, LLC VERSUS THE UNOPENED SUCCESSION OF CHARLES L. NICELY, (A/K/A CHARLES LEE NICELY) AND LEANE MARIE SCHERER AND CAROLYN SCHERER DUPUY By virtue of and in obedience to a Writ of SEIZURE AND SALE from the 24th Judicial District Court, Parish of Jeffer‐ son, State of Louisiana, in the above num‐ bered and enti‐ tled cause, dated March 19, 2026, I have seized and will proceed to sell to the highest bidder at public auction, at the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Ofﬁce Complex, 1233 Westbank Ex‐ pressway, Har‐ vey, Louisiana, 70058, on Au‐ gust 19, 2026 at 10 o'clock a.m. the following described prop‐ erty to wit: ONE CERTAIN LOT GROUND, together with all the buildings and improve‐ ments thereon, and all of the rights, ways, privi‐ leges, servi‐ tudes, appurte‐ nances and advantages thereunto be‐ longing or in anywise apper‐ taining, situated in the PARISH OF JEFFERSON, STATE OF LOUISIANA, in SQUARE “E” of BELMONT PLACE,

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bounded by Bel‐ mont Place, N. Line of Subdivi‐ sion, KennerN.O. Interstate Highway, Jeferson Drive Subdivision, N. Turnbull Drive and 33rd Street, designated as LOT NO. 2 on a sur‐ vey made by Gilbert, Kelly & Couturie, Inc., Surveyor, dated May 30, 1974, revised July 1, 1983, a copy of which is annexed to an Act of Mortgage dated August 1, 1983 by act passed before Gerald Wasserman, No‐ tary Public, recorded in MOB 888, Folio 264, and accord‐ ing thereto, said LOT commences at a distance of 360 feet from the corner of Belmont Place and 33rd Street, measures thence 60 feet front on Bel‐ mont Place, same width in the rear, by a depth on the sideline nearer to 33rd Street of 100.92 feet, and a depth on the opposite side‐ line of 101.20 feet. And according to a survey made by S. Z. S. Consultants dated Decem‐ ber 7, 1993, the above-de‐ scribed prop‐ erty has the same location, designation and dimensions as hereinabove set forth. Improvements thereon bear the Municipal No. 2509 Bel‐ mont Place, Metairie, Louisiana 70001. This sale is sub‐ ject to all supe‐ rior security in‐ terests, mort‐ gages, liens and privileges. TERMS - The full purchase price is due at the time of the sale. NOTE: All funds must be Cashier's Check, Certiﬁed Check, Money Order, or Personal Check with Bank Letter of Credit. PENNY M. DAIGREPONT Attorney for Plaintiff JOSEPH P. LOPINTO, III Sheriff Parish of Jefferson The New Orleans Advocate: July 10, 2026, August 14, 2026 Jul 10-aug 14-2t JUDICIAL ADVERTISE‐ MENT 24TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF JEFFERSON STATE OF LOUISIANA NO: 875-971 ROCKET MORTGAGE, LLC F/K/A QUICKEN LOANS, LLC VERSUS ANTHONY DIEUDONNE By virtue of and in obedience to a Writ of SEIZURE AND SALE from the 24th Judicial District Court, Parish of Jeffer‐ son, State of Louisiana, in the above num‐ bered and enti‐ tled cause, May 22, 2026, I have seized and will proceed to sell to the highest bidder at public auction, at the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Ofﬁce Complex, 1233 Westbank Ex‐ pressway, Har‐ vey, Louisiana, 70058, on Sep‐ tember 23, 2026 at 10 o'clock a.m. the follow‐ ing described property to wit:

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A certain lot of ground, to‐ gether with all the buildings and improve‐ ments, thereon, and all the rights, ways, privileges, servitude, ad‐ vantages, and appurtenances thereunto be‐ longing or in anywise apper‐ taining, situated in the Parish of Jefferson, State of Louisiana, being a part of the Co‐ operative Land Co. Tract, in plot no. 1, Section “B”, bounded by Moss Lane, Cro‐ chet Street, Hazel Place and Jefferson Highway, desig‐ nated as Lot 26A, all in accor‐ dance with the survey of Adloe Orr, Jr. and Associates, C.E., dated Feb‐ ruary 19, 1958, which said lot commences at a distance of 1235.33 feet from the inter‐ section of Moss Lane and Jeffer‐ son Highway, and measures thence 55 feet front on Moss Lane, the same in width in the rear, by a depth of 103.02 feet between equal and paral‐ lel lines. This sale is sub‐ ject to all supe‐ rior security in‐ terests, mort‐ gages, liens and privileges. TERMS - The full purchase price is due at the time of the sale. NOTE: All funds must be Cashier's Check, Certiﬁed Check, Money Order, or Personal Check with irrevocable Bank Letter of Credit. COREY J. GIROIR Attorney for Plaintiff JOSEPH P. LOPINTO, III Sheriff Parish of Jefferson The New Orleans Advocate: August 14, 2026, September 18, 2026 Aug 14-sep 18-2t JUDICIAL ADVERTISE‐ MENT 24TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF JEFFERSON STATE OF LOUISIANA NO: 876-502 TRUIST BANK VERSUS MARJORIE S. MCNEELY AND JOHNNY RAY‐ MOND WATSON By virtue of and in obedience to a Writ of SEIZURE AND SALE from the 24th Judicial District Court, Parish of Jeffer‐ son, State of Louisiana, in the above num‐ bered and enti‐ tled cause, June 10, 2026, I have seized and will proceed to sell to the highest bidder at public auction, at the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Ofﬁce Complex, 1233 Westbank Ex‐ pressway, Har‐ vey, Louisiana, 70058, on Sep‐ tember 23, 2026 at 10 o'clock a.m. the follow‐ ing described property to wit: One certain lot of ground, situ‐ ated, lying and being in the Vil‐ lage of Marrero, Parish of Jefferson, State of Louisiana, in that part thereof known as "Robinson Avenue Addition", ac‐ cording to a plan of survey of R.B. Rordam, Civil Engineer, d d

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g dated February 22, 1952, a copy of which is on file in the Recorder's Of‐ fice of the Parish of Jefferson, State of Louisiana, and also in ac‐ cordance with a plan of survey by Wilton J. Dufrene, Land Surveyor, dated at Harvey, Louisiana, June 21, 1974; and according to said plans, said lot is desig‐ nated as the whole of Lot Number (5) in Square Number One (1), which said square is bounded by Robinson Av‐ enue, Profit Street, River Road, and the T. & P. Railroad; and according to said plans said Lot No. .5 measures Forty and no/100 (40.00') feet front on Profit Street, the same width in the rear, by a depth between equal and paral‐ lel lines of Eighty-One and 33/100 (81.33') feet; subject to re‐ strictions, servi‐ tudes, rights-ofway and out‐ standing min‐ eral rights of record affecting the property This sale is sub‐ ject to all supe‐ rior security in‐ terests, mort‐ gages, liens and privileges. TERMS - The full purchase price is due at the time of the sale. NOTE: All funds must be Cashier's Check, Certified Check, Money Order, or Personal Check with irrevocable Bank Letter of Credit. ELIZABETH C. PRICE Attorney for Plaintiff JOSEPH P. LOPINTO, III Sheriff Parish of Jefferson The New Orleans Advocate: August 14, 2026, September 18, 2026 Aug 14-sep 18-2t JUDICIAL ADVERTISE‐ MENT 24TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF JEFFERSON STATE OF LOUISIANA NO: 876-665 ONITY LOAN ACQUISITION TRUST 2024-HB2 VS GERALDINE BERTRAND HIDALGO (A/K/A GERALDINE B. HIDALGO, GERALDINE HIDALGO, GERALDINE BERTRAND) By virtue of and in obedience to a Writ of SEIZURE AND SALE from the 24th Judicial District Court, Parish of Jeffer‐ son, State of Louisiana, in the above num‐ bered and enti‐ tled cause, June 25, 2026, I have seized and will proceed to sell to the highest bidder at public auction, at the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office Complex, 1233 Westbank Ex‐ pressway, Har‐ vey, Louisiana, 70058, on Sep‐ tember 23, 2026 at 10 o'clock a.m. the follow‐ ing described property to wit: Situated in the Parish of Jeffer‐ son, State of Louisiana, In that part thereof known as Meadowbrook

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Subdivision, Unit No. 1, and in accordance with Plan of Subdivision made by J. J. Krebs & Sons, Inc., dated April 22, 1965, revised August 9, 1965, approved by the Jefferson Parish Council Ordi‐ nance No. 7276 on August 19, 1965, in registered COB 622, Folio 92, said Lot is designated, lo‐ cated and mea‐ sures as follows: Lot 15, Sq. 10, bounded by Bannerwood Dr., Penwood Dr., Willowbrook Dr., and Surfwood Dr. commences at a distance of 195 feet from the Intersection of Surfwood Dr. and Willow‐ brook Dr. and measures thence 65 feet front on Surf‐ wood Dr., same width in the rear by a depth of 100 feet between equal and paral‐ lel lines. This sale is sub‐ ject to all supe‐ rior security in‐ terests, mort‐ gages, liens and privileges. TERMS - The full purchase price is due at the time of the sale. NOTE: All funds must be Cashier's Check, Certiﬁed Check, Money Order, or Personal Check with irrevocable Bank Letter of Credit. EMILY A. MUELLER Attorney for Plaintiff JOSEPH P. LOPINTO, III Sheriff Parish of Jefferson The New Orleans Advocate: August 14, 2026, September 18, 2026 Aug 14-sep 18-2t JUDICIAL ADVERTISE‐ MENT 24TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF JEFFERSON STATE OF LOUISIANA NO: 876-781 FINANCE OF AMERICA REVERSE LLC VS THE UNOPENED SUCCESSION OF AND UNKNOWN HEIRS OF DONALD H. GRODSKY A/K/A DONALD H. GRODSKY A/K/A DONALD GRODSKY By virtue of and in obedience to a Writ of SEIZURE AND SALE from the 24th Judicial District Court, Parish of Jeffer‐ son, State of Louisiana, in the above num‐ bered and enti‐ tled cause, June 25, 2026, I have seized and will proceed to sell to the highest bidder at public auction, at the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Ofﬁce Complex, 1233 Westbank Ex‐ pressway, Har‐ vey, Louisiana, 70058, on Sep‐ tember 23, 2026 at 10 o'clock a.m. the follow‐ ing described property to wit: A certain lot of ground, to‐ gether with all the buildings and improve‐ ments thereon, and all the rights, ways, privi‐ leges, servi‐ tudes, appurte‐ nances and ad‐ vantages there‐ unto belonging or anywise apper‐ taining, situated in the Parish of

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Jefferson, State of Louisiana, in that part thereof known as Berkley Gar‐ Subdivi‐ dens sion, per plan of John J. Krebs, Jr., dated March 8, 1971, ap‐ proved by the Jefferson Parish Council per Ordinance No. 10077 and filed in Plan Book 74 folio 22 of the con‐ veyance records of Jef‐ ferson Parish. And according to the said plan, said lot is desig‐ nated and mea‐ sures as fol‐ lows: Lot 10, Square A, commences 397.97 feet from the intersection of the easterly line of Caswell Lane the and southerly line of Terrie Court, as measured along said line of Terrie Court, and measures thence 40 feet front along the arc of curve at the cul-de-sac of Terrie Court, a width in the rear of 125 feet, by a depth of 149.28 feet along the south‐ westerly side‐ line, and a depth on the opposite side‐ line or northerly sideline of 96.31 feet. All as more fully shown on survey by R.P. Fontcuberta, Jr., dated May 21, 1984 and an‐ nexed to an act before Barry H. Grodsky, N.P., dated June 18, 1984. This sale is sub‐ ject to all supe‐ rior security in‐ terests, mort‐ gages, liens and privileges. TERMS - The full purchase price is due at the time of the sale. NOTE: All funds must be Cashier's Check, Certified Check, Money Order, or Personal Check with irrevocable Bank Letter of Credit. DENNIS F. WIGGINS, JR. Attorney for Plaintiff JOSEPH P. LOPINTO, III Sheriff Parish of Jefferson The New Orleans Advocate: August 14, 2026, September 18, 2026 Aug 14-sep 18-2t JUDICIAL ADVERTISE‐ MENT 24TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF JEFFERSON STATE OF LOUISIANA NO: 875-794 U.S. BANK TRUST COMPANY, NA‐ TIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR VELOCITY COMMERCIAL CAPITAL LOAN TRUST 2024-4 VERSUS NOLACOOL AC LLC By virtue of and in obedience to a Writ of SEIZURE AND SALE from the 24th Judicial District Court, Parish of Jeffer‐ son, State of Louisiana, in the above num‐ bered and enti‐ tled cause, May 21, 2026, I have seized and will proceed to sell to the highest bidder at public auction, at the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office Complex, 1233 Westbank Ex‐ pressway, Har‐ vey, Louisiana, 70058, on Sep‐

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p tember 23, 2026 at 10 o'clock a.m. the follow‐ ing described property to wit: ONE CERTAIN LOT OF GROUND, together with all the buildings and improve‐ ments thereon, and all the rights, ways, privileges, servitudes, ap‐ purtenances and advantages thereunto be‐ longing or in anywise apper‐ taining, situ‐ ated, lying and being in the PARISH OF JEFFERSON, STATE OF LOUISIANA, in SQUARE NO. 54 of WHITEHOUSE SUBDIVISION EXTENSION, bounded by Eleventh Street, Avenue “E”, Vic A. Pitre Drive and Av‐ enue “G”, desig‐ nated as LOT NO. 27 on a sur‐ vey made by Gilbert, Kelly & Couturie, Inc., Sur., dated No‐ vember 7, 1983, a copy of which is annexed to sur‐ vey recorded in COB 1063, page 208, and accord‐ ing thereto, said Lot commences at a distance of 101.14 feet from the corner of Eleventh Street and Avenue “E”, measures 50.57 thence feet front on Eleventh Street, a width in the rear of 50 feet, by a depth on the sideline nearer to Avenue “E” of 133.73 feet and a depth on the opposite sideline of 141.22 feet. Improvements thereon bear municipal no. 608 Eleventh St., Westwego, LA 70094. This sale is sub‐ ject to all supe‐ rior security in‐ terests, mort‐ gages, liens and privileges. TERMS - The full purchase price is due at the time of the sale. NOTE: All funds must be Cashier's Check, Certiﬁed Check, Money Order, or Personal Check with irrevocable Bank Letter of Credit. RYAN M. MCCABE Attorney for Plaintiff JOSEPH P. LOPINTO, III Sheriff Parish of Jefferson The New Orleans Advocate: August 14, 2026, September 18, 2026 Aug 14-sep 18-2t JUDICIAL ADVERTISE‐ MENT 24TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF JEFFERSON STATE OF LOUISIANA NO: 876-872 U.S. BANK TRUST NA‐ TIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR RCAF ACQUISITION TRUST VERSUS JUDY A. JOHNSON By virtue of and in obedience to a Writ of SEIZURE AND SALE from the 24th Judicial District Court, Parish of Jeffer‐ son, State of Louisiana, in the above num‐ bered and enti‐

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tled cause, June 26, 2026, I have seized and will proceed to sell to the highest bidder at public auction, at the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office Complex, 1233 Westbank Ex‐ pressway, Har‐ vey, Louisiana, 70058, on Sep‐ tember 23, 2026 at 10 o'clock a.m. the follow‐ ing described property to wit: ONE CERTAIN LOT OF GROUND, together with all the buildings and improve‐ ments thereon and all of the rights, ways, privi‐ leges, servi‐ tudes, appurte‐ nances and advantages thereunto be‐ longing or in anysie apper‐ taining, situated in the State of Louisiana, Parish of Jeffer‐ son, State of Louisiana, lying west of the Mis‐ sissippi River, within Section 30 of T14S, R24E, being com‐ prised of arpent Lots 27 thru 35 of the Cazalar Planta‐ tion, designated as Tract B or plat of survey by the office of Gandolfo, Khun Luecke and Associated, dated 8/10/77 (DWG. No. 2821), a print of which is attached to an Act before Leonard H. Rosenson, N.P., dated Decem‐ ber 9, 1977, registered in COB 913, folio 622 and a por‐ tion of Arpent Lot 26 of the Cazalar Plantation des‐ ignated as Lot 26-X-2A on plat of survey by the office of Gan‐ dolfo, Duhn Luecke and Associated, dated May 1, 1978 (DWG. NO. B-282-3) a Print of which is at‐ tacted to an Act before Gerald R. Cooper, N.P., dated Septem‐ ber 20, 1978, registered in COB 939, folio 318, now desig‐ nated as Park Place Drive Subdivision, and further resubdi‐ vision by plan of & J.J. Krebs Sons, Inc., dated June 30, 1980 and ap‐ proved by the Jefferson Parish Council under ordinance No. 14455 dated Septem‐ ber 25, 1980 recorded in COB 989, folio 422 and according to resubdivision plan said prop‐ erty is more particularly de‐ scribed as fol‐ lows: Lot 457 of Park Place Sub‐ division, Phase III is bounded by Park Place Drive, Gladstone Court and Fairfax Drive. Lot 457 measures 23.50 feet front on Park Place Drive, same width in the rear, by a depth of one hundred ten feet (110') between equal and parallel lines. All as more fully shoen on a plat of survey made by J.J. Krebs & Sons, Inc., dated Sep‐ tember 29, 1980. Resurveyed March 16, 1981. All is more fully shoen on a survey by Gilbert, Kelly & Couturie, Inc., dated Septem‐ ber 28, 1989, resurveyed March 18, 2004 bounding street are Park Place Fairfax Drive, Drive (side), parcel B-1, Gladstone Court and Lennox Blvd, (side) with a commencing distance of 333.82

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feet from the corner of Park Place Drive and Gladstone Court. The im‐ provements bear the munici‐ pal No. 2441 Park Place Drive, Gretna, Louisiana MORE COR‐ RECTLY DE‐ SCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: ONE CERTAIN LOT OF GROUND, to‐ gether with all the buildings and improve‐ ments thereon and all of the ways, rights, privileges, servitudes, ap‐ purtenances and advantages thereunto belonging or in anywise apper‐ taining, situated in the State of Louisiana, Parish of Jefferson, lying west of the Mis‐ sissippi River, within Section 30 of T14S, R24E, being comprised of arpent Lots 27 thru 35 of the Cazalar Planta‐ tion, designated as Tract B or plat of survey by the ofﬁce of Gandolfo, Khun Luecke and As‐ sociates, dated 8/10/77 (DWG. No. 282-1), a print of which is attached to an Act before Leonard H. Rosenson, N.P., dated Decem‐ ber 9, 1977, reg‐ istered in COB 913, folio 622 and a portion of Ar‐ pent Lot 26 of the Cazalar Plantation des‐ ignated as Lot 26-X-2A on plat of survey by the ofﬁce of Gan‐ dolfo, Duhn Luecke and As‐ sociated, dated May 1, 1978 (DWG. NO. B-282 3) a Print of which is at‐ tached to an Act before Gerald R. Cooper, N.P., dated Sep‐ tember 20, 1978, registered in COB 939, folio 318, now desig‐ nated as Park Place Drive Subdivi‐ sion, and fur‐ ther resubdivi‐ sion by plan of J.J. Krebs & Sons, Inc., dated June 30, 1980 and approved by the Jefferson Parish Council under ordinance No. 14455 dated September 25, 1980 recorded in COB 989, folio 422 and according to re‐ subdivision plan said property is more particu‐ larly described as follows: Lot 457 of Park Place Subdivision, Phase III is bounded by Park Place Drive, Gladstone Court and Fairfax Drive. Lot 457 measures 23.50 feet front on Park Place Drive, same width in the rear, by a depth of one hundred ten feet (110') between equal and paral‐ lel lines. All as more fully shown on a plat of survey made by J.J. Krebs & Sons, Inc., dated Sep‐ tember 29, 1980. Resurveyed March 16, 1981. All is more fully shown on a sur‐ vey by Gilbert, Kelly & Cou‐ turie, Inc., dated September 28, 1989, resur‐ veyed March 18, 2004 bounding street are Park Place Drive, Fairfax Drive (side), parcel B1, Gladstone Court and Lennox Blvd, (side) with a commencing distance of 333.82 feet from the corner of Park Place Drive and Gladstone Court. The improve‐ ments bear the municipal No. 2441 Park Place

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Drive, Gretna, Louisiana This sale is sub‐ ject to all supe‐ rior security in‐ terests, mort‐ gages, liens and privileges. TERMS - The full purchase price is due at the time of the sale. NOTE: All funds must be Cashier's Check, Certiﬁed Check, Money Order, or Personal Check with irrevocable Bank Letter of Credit. ZACHARY GAR‐ RETT YOUNG Attorney for Plaintiff JOSEPH P. LOPINTO, III Sheriff Parish of Jefferson The New Orleans Advocate: August 14, 2026, September 18, 2026 Aug 14-sep 18-2t JUDICIAL ADVERTISE‐ MENT 24TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF JEFFERSON STATE OF LOUISIANA NO: 876-923 US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR RMAC TRUST, SERIES 2016-CTT VERSUS WANDA VANZANT LEE By virtue of and in obedience to a Writ of SEIZURE AND SALE from the 24th Judicial District Court, Parish of Jeffer‐ son, State of Louisiana, in the above num‐ bered and enti‐ tled cause, June 26, 2026, I have seized and will proceed to sell to the highest bidder at public auction, at the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Ofﬁce Complex, 1233 Westbank Ex‐ pressway, Har‐ vey, Louisiana, 70058, on Sep‐ tember 23, 2026 at 10 o'clock a.m. the follow‐ ing described property to wit: A CERTAIN PIECE OR POR‐ TION OF GROUND, to‐ gether with all the buildings and improvements thereon, and all the rights, ways, privileges, servitudes, ad‐ vantages and appurte‐ nances there‐ unto belonging or in anywise appertaining, situated in the Parish of Jeffer‐ son in that part thereof known as KENNER PRO‐ JECT SUBDIVI‐ SION, City of Kenner, in SQUARE NO. 502, bounded by Tupelo Street, Ashland Av‐ enue, 15 foot proposed canal and Char‐ enton Avenue, designated as LOT NO. 10-A, all in accordance with a survey of J. L. Fontcu‐ berta, Surveyor, dated June 30, 1958, approved by the City of Kenner, under Ordi‐ nance No. 504, adopted Octo‐ ber 13, 1958, which said lot commences at a distance of 70 feet from the corner of Tupelo Street and Ash‐ land Avenue and measures 55 feet front on Tupelo Street, the same width in the rear, by a depth of 100 feet be‐ tween equal d ll l

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q and parallel lines. All as more fully shown on a survey made by Gilbert, Kelly & Couturie, Sur‐ veyors, dated September 7, 1972.

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According to a survey by Gilbert, Kelly & Inc., Couturie, Surveying and Engineering, dated Decem‐ ber 11, 1979, a copy of which is annexed to that act of sale, the above property has the same mea‐ surements, des‐ ignations and location as hereinabove set forth and is bounded by Tu‐ pelo Street, 31" Street (formerly Charenton Av‐ enue), and Acron Street (also 15 foot servitude to 4th Jefferson Drainage Dis‐ trict), Ashland Avenue and In‐ terstate Hwy. 10

g thereunto be‐ longing or in anywise apper‐ taining, situated in the Parish of Jefferson, State of Louisiana, City of Kenner, in CHATEAU ES‐ TATES NORTH SUBDIVISION, SECTION 2, in LEMANS VIL‐ LAGE TOWN‐ HOMES, in SQUARE 11, bounded by St. Julien Drive, Macon Drive, Sunset Boule‐ vard and Chateau Boulevard, des‐ ignated as LOT 9, which said lot forms the cor‐ ner of St. Julien Drive and Macon Drive and mea‐ sures thence 21.50 feet front on St. Julien Drive, same width in the rear, by a depth of 51 feet be‐ tween equal and parallel lines. All in accordance with a plan of by survey Gilbert, Kelly & Couturie, Inc., dated March 3, 1995, a copy of which is an‐ nexed to act recorded at COB 2913 folio 455

This sale is sub‐ ject to all supe‐ rior security in‐ terests, mort‐ gages, liens and privileges.

TERMS - The full purchase price is due at the time of the sale.

NOTE: All funds must be Cashier's Check, Certiﬁed Check, Money Order, or Personal Check with irrevocable Bank Letter of Credit.

KATE SOTO‐ LONGO Attorney for Plaintiff

ZACHARY GAR‐ RETT YOUNG Attorney for Plaintiff

JOSEPH P. LOPINTO, III Sheriff Parish of Jefferson

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24TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF JEFFERSON STATE OF LOUISIANA

NO: 876-871

NO: 876-988

U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CA‐ PACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR RCF 2 ACQUISITION TRUST VS DOMINIQUE K. WILKERSON

FIFTH DISTRICT SAVINGS BANK VERSUS JAMES ROGERS THIBODEAUX AND VIOLA RITA MATHERNE THIBODEAUX

The improve‐ ments thereon bear municipal address: 3004 Tupelo Street, Kenner, LA 70065.

By virtue of and in obedience to a Writ of SEIZURE AND SALE from the 24th Judicial District Court, Parish of Jeffer‐ son, State of Louisiana, in the above num‐ bered and enti‐ tled cause, June 23, 2026, I have seized and will proceed to sell to the highest bidder at public auction, at the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Ofﬁce Complex, 1233 Westbank Ex‐ pressway, Har‐ vey, Louisiana, 70058, on Sep‐ tember 23, 2026 at 10 o'clock a.m. the follow‐ ing described property to wit: ONE CERTAIN LOT OF GROUND, together with all the buildings and improve‐ ments thereon, and all the rights, ways, privileges, servitudes, ap‐ purtenances and advantages h b

By virtue of and in obedience to a Writ of SEIZURE AND SALE from the 24th Judicial District Court, Parish of Jeffer‐ son, State of Louisiana, in the above num‐ bered and enti‐ tled cause, June 30, 2026, I have seized and will proceed to sell to the highest bidder at public auction, at the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Ofﬁce Complex, 1233 Westbank Ex‐ pressway, Har‐ vey, Louisiana, 70058, on Sep‐ tember 23, 2026 at 10 o'clock a.m. the follow‐ ing described property to wit: THAT CERTAIN LOT OR PARCEL OF GROUND, to‐ gether with all the buildings and improvements thereon, and all of the rights, ways, privi‐ leges, servi‐ tudes, appurtenances and advantages thereunto be‐ longing or in anywise apper‐ taining, situated in the State of Louisiana,

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Parish of Jeffer‐ son, in that part known as MEADOWBROOK SUBUDIVISION, UNIT NO. 1, and according to a plan of subdivision made by J.J. Krebs & Sons, C.E., dated April 22, 1965, revised August 9, 1965, approved by the Jefferson Parish Council on August 19, 1965, Ordinance No. 7276, said por‐ tion of ground is designated, sit‐ uated and mea‐ sures as fol‐ lows: LOT 13, in SQUARE 17, bounded by Wil‐ lowbrook Drive, Juniper Drive, Mt. Laural (or Mt. Laurel) Drive and the East line of the subdivision, and Lot No. 13 mea‐ sures 60 feet front on Willowbrook Drive, same width in the rear, by a depth of 120 feet between equal and parallel lines. Lot 13 lies nearer to and commences 725.66 feet from the corner of Willowbrook Drive and Mt. Laurel Drive. All as more fully shown on survey made by William Maier, C.E., dated October 17, 1970, except that the East line of the sub‐ division side is now shown as Servitude Jeffer‐ son-Plaquem‐ ines Drainage Dis‐ trict. All improve‐ ments thereon bear the Munici‐ pal Number: 549 Willowbrook Drive, Gretna, LA 70056. This sale is sub‐ ject to all supe‐ rior security in‐ terests, mort‐ gages, liens and privileges. TERMS - The full purchase price is due at the time of the sale. NOTE: All funds must be Cashier's Check, Certiﬁed Check, Money Order, or Personal Check with irrevocable Bank Letter of Credit. JEFFREY M. TOEPFER Attorney for Plaintiff JOSEPH P. LOPINTO, III Sheriff Parish of Jefferson The New Orleans Advocate: August 14, 2026, September 18, 2026

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Expressway, Harvey, Louisiana, 70058, on Sep‐ tember 23, 2026 at 10 o'clock a.m. the follow‐ ing described property to wit: That certain lot of ground, to‐ gether with all the buildings and improve‐ ments thereon and all of the rights, ways, privileges, servitudes, ap‐ purtenances and advantages thereunto be‐ longing or in anywise apper‐ taining, situated in the Parish of Jefferson, State of Louisiana, in that part thereof known as Terrytown Subdivision, No. 8, in Square No. 140, bounded by Matador Drive, Guardian Av‐ enue, and Mys‐ tic Avenue, designated as Lot 10-A on sur‐ vey by Gilbert, Kelly & Cou‐ turie, Inc., Sur‐ veying & Engineering, dated March 5, 1974, a copy of which is an‐ nexed to an act of sale before Manuel I. Fisher, N.P., dated March 20, 1974, and ac‐ cording to said survey, said Lot 10-A commences at a distance of 545.17 feet from the corner of Matador Drive and Guardian Drive, and measures thence 60 feet front on Mata‐ dor Drive, same width in the rear, by a depth of 115 feet, between equal and paral‐ lel lines. This sale is sub‐ ject to all supe‐ rior security in‐ terests, mort‐ gages, liens and privileges. TERMS - The full purchase price is due at the time of the sale. NOTE: All funds must be Cashier's Check, Certiﬁed Check, Money Order, or Personal Check with irrevocable Bank Letter of Credit. COREY J. GIROIR Attorney for Plaintiff JOSEPH P. LOPINTO, III Sheriff Parish of Jefferson The New Orleans Advocate: August 14, 2026, September 18, 2026 Aug 14-sep 18-2t

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NO: 861-817 NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC VS PATRICK J. URCIA A/K/A PATRICK URCIA By virtue of and in obedience to a Writ of SEIZURE AND SALE from the 24th Judicial District Court, Parish of Jeffer‐ son, State of Louisiana, in the above num‐ bered and enti‐ tled cause, Feb‐ ruary 20, 2025, I have seized and will proceed to sell to the high‐ est bidder at public auction, at the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Ofﬁce Complex, 1233 Westbank

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