Darlene Denstorff
Roundabout plans set for talk on July 23
The Ascension Parish government, in coordination with the Department of Transportation and Development, is conducting an open house meeting July 23 to discuss proposed roundabout on La. 44 at Lowe’s Avenue.
The purpose of this meeting is to inform the public of the proposed project and to provide an opportunity for them to express their comments, views and concerns.
The meeting is set from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Ascension Parish Government Complex, rooms 109 and 110, 615 E. Worthey St., Gonzales. Glam Girls event Saturday Glam Girls Outreach’s “We Hear You” event is set for 10 a.m. Saturday at the Life Cathedral Worship Center in Gonzales.
The event is designed to inspire and empower girls ages 8 to 18 as well as the women who love, guide and uplift them, a news release says.
The group’s goal is to provide young girls and women the tools, guidance and inspiration to walk confidently For more information, call (225) 328-8111 or email glamgirlsoutreach@yahoo.com.
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Gonzales women dies in boat crash on East Upper Grand River
BY AIDAN MCCAHILL Staff writer
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries agents are investigating a boating death that occurred Friday in Iberville Parish. According to the agency’s press release, the body of Jennifer Harrison, 56, of Gonzales, was recovered from the East Upper Grand River near Plaquemine. Authorities say agents received a call at around midnight about a single boat crash in the area. Preliminary information suggests that Harrison was a passenger in an 18-foot boat with another driver during the
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Contestant Micha Ballow and coach Avery Tate start their routine during Dancing for a Cause on Saturday at the Lamar-Dixon Rev Center in Gonzales.
ON THEIR TOES
Community news report
Arc of East Ascension held its annual Dancing For A Cause on July 12 at The Rev Center
Contestant Nicolas Schexnayder along with coach Aimee Russo-Mounger won the event.
According to the group’s website, thearcea.com, the “annual fundraising event, modeled after the hit ABC show, helps fund activities, housing, job training and educational
Experience and poise are words that describe a person that has been through trials and tribulations while displaying calmness and maturity St. Amant senior quarterback Cooper Babin fits that mold.
Babin will be starting his fourth season as the leader of the Gators football team.
Babin garnered all state honorable mention, first team alldistrict honors as well as being named the MVP of the all-parish team on offense as a junior Those accolades are special to Babin, but his focus is finishing his career as a champion.
“It goes without saying that our goal is to win a district championship and a state championship here,” Babin said. “For that to happen, we must continue to work
as a team with one shared goal. My part is to be a leader as the QB of the team, do my part. This offseason is all about getting bigger, faster and stronger Improving as leader is a goal as well.”
Babin had a solid and productive season last fall, throwing for nearly 1,700 yards, 20 touchdown passes and 483 yards rushing with seven touchdowns on the ground.
He looks to surpass those num-
bers this season.
“Throwing for 2,000 yards and rushing for 1,000 yards with 30 plus touchdowns would help us reach our team goals, being a great leader as well,” Babin said.
The Gators went 7-4 last season with some close losses including a first round playoff loss to Westgate. One of those losses was to rival Dutchtown, where the Gators had a 21-0 lead but ended up losing the game and the district title. That game is one that Babin has not forgotten.
Parish interim CAO chosen
Community news report
Ricky Compton has had many roles in parish government, and now he’s the interim chief administrative officer, Parish President Clint Cointment said. Compton most recently served as infrastructure division director and will take on this expanded leadership role as part of a planned internal progression, Cointment said.
Compton
Former CAO Ruth Phillips will transition into the role of interim infrastructure division director, continuing her work on the parish’s infrastructure needs. Phillips has been an integral member of Cointment’s leadership team, “playing a pivotal role in numerous achievements and initiatives,” a news release said.
“Ruth’s commitment, knowledge and leadership have been invaluable to our success, and she will continue to guide our infrastructure efforts in this new role,” Cointment said. As infrastructure division director, Compton oversaw key departments within parish government including planning and development, building, recreation, facilities management, custodial, project management and utilities.
Under Compton’s leadership, the parish
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“All of the games are important in the grand scheme of things, but our game with Dutchtown stands out,” Babin said. “They have had our number for the last three years, we let them get away last season. Our goal is to change that, with hard work and preparation that can be a reality.”
Babin does have some weapons returning this season including a big offensive line led by tackle Ethan LeBeau (6’4, 290). Junior running back Jourden Hickerson returns after making all parish. A key piece missing in 2024 was slot receiver Jermichael Millien. Millien missed last season with an injury but should return to give Babin a valuable target. The Gators will again be led by head
Contestant Nicolas Schexnayder spins coach Aimee RussoMounger at the end of their routine.
STAFF PHOTOS BY MICHAEL JOHNSON
Contestant Emily Wong dances with coach Van Vo
The Arc of East Ascension Dance Krewe perform.
Arc of East Ascension executive director Raven Labiche gives thanks before the awards.
Contestant Sydney Goldberg and coach Avery Tate dance a Vegas wedding themed routine.
The judges give feed back following a performance.
Contestant Oriauna Moses waves her fan after being announced in third place.
Contestant Elizabeth Belina starts her performance with a line of Vegas showgirls.
Contestant Garrett Rachal and coach
Aimee Russo-Mounger perform.
STAFF PHOTOS BY MICHAEL JOHNSON
Contestant Nicolas Schexnayder and coach Aimee Russo-Mounger pose with the winners trophy Saturday, at the Lamar-Dixon Rev Center in Gonzales.
Coach Kristina Sanchez starts her dance routine with coach Walker Fleming at Dancing for a Cause.
Coach Van Vo catches contestant Shaina Burnett during the end of their routine.
Contestant Keli Boudreaux and coach Walker Fleming perform.
Contestant Chris Dupre performs with coach Jerisse Bolton Grantham.
Contestant Hunter Haydel leaps over coach Brandi Malone.
Contestant Darryl Hambrick and coach Jodi Simmons dance around the stage.
A Tina Turner performer works through the crowd during an intermission performance.
STAFF PHOTOS BY MICHAEL JOHNSON
The Arc of East Ascension Dance Krewe perform a routine during intermission.
Community leaders and prominent residents participate as dancers. The 2025 dancers included Micha Ballow, of St. Theresa Middle; Elizabeth Belina, of Ascension Parish schools; Keli Boudreaux, of Pelican State Credit Union; Shaina Burnett, of United Airlines; Chris Dupre, of Dupre Pharmacy; Sydney Goldberb, of WAFB; Darryl Hambrick, of Hambrick Funeral Home and River Road African American Museum; Hunter Haydel, of St. James Parish Hospital; Oriauna Moses, of Checkers Restaurant and Red Carpet Beauty Salon; Garrett Racahl, of Next Step Construction; Kristina Sanchez, of Bethany Christian Center; Nicolas Schexnayder of McKim and Creed; and Emily Wong, of Regymen.
The following people were booked into the Ascension Parish Jail on June 12-July 3:
JUNE 12
SITTS, AUSTIN BAILEY: 39162 Camp Drive, Prairieville; 28; illegal use of controlled dangerous substances in the presence of persons under 17 years of age, possession of Schedule IV controlled dangerous substances, distribution/possession with intent to distribute Schedule II controlled dangerous substances
PARKER, TARON RONWICH: 14483 Summerset Drive, Gonzales; 18; assault by drive-by shooting, aggravated criminal damage to property, illegal use of weapons or dangerous instrumentalities, first-degree murder/attempt, first-degree murder
MCDONALD, CHARLES: 4807
Manda Road, Talbert; 21; simple battery
PAYTON, BRANDON JAMAAL: 2285 Acosta Road, Donaldsonville; 38; parole violation, driver must be licensed, prohibited acts-drug paraphernalia, criminal trespass/trespassing of real property, resisting an officer, flight from an officer, two counts stop signs and yield signs, view outward or inward through windshield or windows-obscuring prohibited, obedience to and required
traffic-control devices, simple criminal damage to property
$1,000 to $50,000, aggravated
flight from an officer driver must be licensed, security required, reckless operation, traffic-control signals, child passenger restraint system
BOUDREAUX, ASHLY CAPELLO: 39226 David Drive, Prairieville; 57; three counts failure to appear-bench warrant, possession of Schedule II controlled dangerous substances (methamphetamine)
BOYCE, VICTORIA A.: 43034
Pee Wee Road, Gonzales; 52; domestic abuse battery
BRINGIER, JONATHAN J.: 11230 Nash Road, Gonzales; 48; failure to appear-bench warrant
JUNE 13
ELIAS, CHRISTOPHER WIL-
LIAM: 13120 Lamar Moran Road, St. Amant; 47; owners and drivers to comply with inspection laws, hit-and-run driving, reckless operation, operating vehicle while license is suspended
ALEXANDER, DAVONTAE LES-
LIE: 1333 Millet St. Gramercy; 18; resisting an officer, driver must be licensed, headlamps on motor vehicles-motorcycles and motordriven cycles, possession of marijuana less than 14 grams, aggravated obstruction of a highway of commerce, tail lamps, flight from an officer
IZEVBIZUA, JOSEPH DEON
NOSEHAKI: 844 N. 14th St., Port Allen; 18; armed robbery/ attempted armed robberyuse of firearm-additional penalty, armed robbery
JOHNSON, RYANDELL: 1201 Tanglewood Drive, Apt. C, Westwego; 27; failure to appear-bench warrant, identity theft, monetary instrument abuse, illegal transmission of monetary funds, access device fraud $5,000 to $25,000, bank fraud
BUTLER, DERRICK JOSEPH: 39274 Majestic Wood Ave Gonzales; 37; criminal trespass/all other, prohibited acts-drug paraphernalia, possession of Schedule II controlled dangerous substances (methamphetamine)
DOMINGUEZ-JUAREZ, JUAN
DIEGO: 3921 Timber Trail, Orlando, Florida; 19; criminal trespass/trespassing of real property organized retail theft $1,000 less than $5,000
OLSEN, JOSHUA JAMES: 23415 St. Shaffer Road, Harrison, Missouri; 19; criminal trespass/trespassing of real
property, organized retail theft $1,000 less than $5,000
MOLINA, TAIMYRELIZ TAIRYZ: 4209 Colony Way, Orlando, Florida; 19; criminal trespass/ trespassing of real property organized retail theft $1,000 less than $5,000
DOMINGUEZ-JUAREZ, JENY
ELIZABETH: 3921 Timber Trail, Orlando, Florida; 22; criminal trespass/trespassing of real property, organized retail theft $1,000 less than $5,000
CARTER, OBRIAN JEDDRICK: 706 Seventh St., Donaldsonville; 17; failure to appearbench warrant, simple battery
JONES JR., LEANDER: 10339 Joe Jackson Road, Gonzales 41; fugitive-other Louisiana jurisdiction, proper equipment required on vehiclesdisplay of plate, smoking or vaping marijuana in a vehicle, expired motor vehicle inspection, operating vehicle while license is suspended registration/commercial vehicles-expired plate, three counts failure to appearbench warrant
JUNE 14
CARTER III, CALVIN: 911 S. Abe Ave., Gonzales; 41; failure to appear-bench warrant fugitive-other Louisiana jurisdiction
CORNELIUS, MYA AMANDA: 1701 Wagner St., New Orleans; 22; no motor vehicle insurance, violations of registration provisions, driving on roadway laned for traffic, owner to secure registration, failure to appear-bench warrant
WILSON, STEVEN RYAN: 118 Burns Drive, Donaldsonville; 32; headlamps on motor vehicles-motorcycles and motordriven cycles, fugitiveother state jurisdiction
FLETCHER, MASON LEE: 907 Oak Ave., Mena, Arkansas; 33; reckless operation, operating while intoxicated-first
JUNE 15
MCCLEANLEN, MALACHAI: 238 W. Polk St., Baton Rouge; 28; fugitive-other Louisiana jurisdiction
IRVIN, TYCE RAI’SHON: 713 E. Rome St., Gonzales 18; two counts failure to appearbench warrant, carjacking HERNANDEZ, FRANCISCO MOSES: 17551 Simpson Road, Prairieville; 17; carjacking SHEPPARD, AJA RENEA: 3822 N. Acadian East, Baton Rouge; 32; resisting an officer, flight from an officer, simple obstruction of a highway of commerce
EVANS, TREVION OMAR: 43428 N. Great Oak Court Prairieville; 18; disturbing the peace/violent and tumultuous manner/disorderly conduct, criminal trespass/ all other aggravated assault with a firearm
BRAXTON, ARTHUR J.: 5039 Galaxy Blvd., Darrow; 36; simple criminal damage to property $1,000 to $50,000, domestic abuse battery-child endangerment, possession of marijuana less than 14 grams, illegal use of controlled dangerous substances in the presence of persons under 17 years of age, possession of Schedule II controlled dangerous substances
JUNE 16
SMILES, ASHTON A.: P.O. Box 957, Prairieville; 36; two counts failure to appearbench warrant, possession of marijuana less than 14 grams, operating while intoxicatedfirst
ESTAY, GANNON: 120 Schubhnt St., Des Allemands; 48; fugitive-other Louisiana jurisdiction
JUNE 17
UNDERWOOD, JOSEPH: 713 N. Bryan St., Gonzales; 43; three
counts failure to appearbench warrant
MITCHELL, SHANE MICHAEL: 10127 Jefferson Highway, Baton Rouge; 35; two counts failure to appear-bench warrant
COLLINS, JAMES ROBERT: 214 E. Roosevelt St., Gonzales; 24; three counts failure to appear-bench warrant, fugitiveother Louisiana jurisdiction
HERNANDEZ, JESSE: 108
Donovan Road, Houma; 22; probation violation
BROWN, NIA: 9254 Junelise Drive, Baton Rouge; 26; failure to appear-bench warrant, fugitive-other Louisiana jurisdiction, theft $1,000 but less than $5,000, second degree
robbery
ROBERT, GAVIN: 18269 Bluff Road, Prairieville; 22; theft $1,000 but less than $5,000
KESSLER, PAUL: 54825 Babin Drive, White Castle; 46; driving on roadway laned for traffic, when lighted lamps are required, first degree vehicular negligent injuring, operating while intoxicatedfirst
BARE, ANTHONY RAY: 45075 Gold Place Road, St. Amant; 39; two counts failure to appear-bench warrant
JUNE 18
COMBRE, TYQUIA: 40107 Chestnut Oak Drive, Gonzales; 34; cruelty to juveniles, disturbing the peace/language/ disorderly conduct
THOMAS, TAMIRRIA: 3709 Loup Lane, Brusly; 25; no seat belt, general speed law, operating vehicle while license is suspended, manufacture/ distribution/possession with the intent to distribute Schedule I controlled dangerous substances, operating while intoxicated-first
JUNE 19
WILLIAMS JR., CHRISTOPHER
ANTHONY: 41241 New Orleans Drive, Sorrento; 25; distribution/possession with intent to distribute Schedule II controlled dangerous substance (hydrocodone), manufacture/ distribution/possession with the intent to distribute Schedule I controlled dangerous substance, illegal carry of weapons-crime or controlled dangerous substance, possession of firearm by person convicted of certain felonies, aggravated assault with a firearm, illegal use of weapons or dangerous instrumentalities/weapons law violation, second degree murder/attempt
LAWLESS, BRIAN ELLIS: 18213 La Trace Road, French Settlement; 31; violations of protective orders
RODRIGUE, D’ERRICK: 130 Simoneaux St., Donaldsonville; 20; obstruction of justice, illegal possession of stolen firearms
BARKER, PHILLIP DALE: 11534
Mollylea Drive, Baton Rouge; 52; fugitive-other Louisiana jurisdiction
RINEY JR., LENARD MAR-
QUITTE: 2908 Lorraine Drive, Baton Rouge; 20; simple criminal damage to property less than $1,000, aggravated criminal damage to property illegal use of weapons or dangerous instrumentalities/ weapons law violation, contributing to the delinquency of juveniles-commission of any other felony, second degree murder/attempt
JUNE 20
HARRIS, CASEY WADE: 12488
Laurel Ridge Road, St. Amant; 34; parole violation, illegal possession of stolen things over $25,000
SPELL, DONNIE WAYNE: 146 Esther Lane, Eunice; 47; maximum speed limit, operating vehicle while license is suspended, two counts failure to appear-bench warrant
RAY, DAKOTA WADE: 12020
Central Park Drive, Geismar; 28; vehicle turning left at intersection, vehicular negligent injuring
MCCLARD, SHAUN PATRICK: 21417 Teal St., Maurepas; 45; four counts failure to appearbench warrant, operating vehicle while license is suspended, proper equipment required on vehicles-display of plate
JUNE 21
BRUNO JR., WARREN DAVID: 17021 Camden Drive, Prairieville; 35; four counts failure to appear-bench warrant
LONDON, JUSTIN ISAIAH: 13924 Chalmette Ave, Baton Rouge; 21; illegal use of controlled dangerous substances in the presence of persons under 17 years of age, contributing to the delinquency of juveniles-crime or controlled dangerous substance law, possession of marijuana more than 14 grams, illegal carry of weapons-crime or controlled dangerous substance, illegal possession of stolen firearms
JOHNSON, EBONY NIGERIA: 8544 S. St. Landry Ave. 44, Gonzales; 45; theft less than $1,000, possession of Schedule II controlled dangerous substance (oxycodone), obtaining legend drugs by misrepresentation or fraud
BAILEY, JALYNCIA NICOLE: 7127 Moran Road, Gonzales; 35; three counts failure to appear-bench warrant
EL-AMINE, ANAS: 16735 Morel Ave., Baton Rouge; 26; driving on right side of road-exceptions, operating a vehicle while intoxicated-child endangerment law
SINGH, SUBHAM: 14520 Village Drive, Fontana, California; 20; fugitive-other Louisiana jurisdiction, unauthorized entry of an inhabited dwelling
STEVENSON, LATOYA: 3050 Brasset Road, Donaldsonville; 38; simple criminal damage to property $1,000 to $50,000, simple battery, simple assault
PHILLIPS, CARLO D.: 12093
Roddy Road, Gonzales; 41; two counts failure to appearbench warrant, operating while intoxicated-first
FRANKLIN, LAUREN ASHLEY: 42390 Tigers Eye Stone Ave Prairieville; 31; domestic abuse battery with weapon and injury
CHAVEZ, CHRISTOPHER RUDY: 8705 Crawford St., Metairie; 42; possession of marijuana more than 14 grams, hit-andrun driving, operating while intoxicated-second
JONES, JAVIER: 43083 Weber City Road, Gonzales; 23; simple criminal damage to property less than $1,000, domestic abuse battery, fugitive-other Louisiana jurisdiction
POSEY, TERRENCE WAYNE: 41063 Cannon Road, No. 1602, Gonzales; 47; cruelty to juveniles, domestic abuse battery-strangulation
RIVERE, KAYLEY NOEL: 214 W Ascension St., Gonzales; 17; criminal trespass/trespassing of real property
WARNER, KAYLA TSHAY: 17950
Airline Highway, Prairieville; 29; operating while intoxicated-first
JUNE 22
DAVIS, LESLIE: 41176 Cannon Road, Gonzales; 51; theft less than $1,000, disturbing the peace/drunkenness
ANDREWS, EVELYN: 306 S Airline Highway, Gonzales; 27; possession of marijuana less than 14 grams, prohibited acts-drug paraphernalia, resisting an officer
JOSEPH, TREVION DEMOND: 39110 Prairie South Drive, Gonzales; 24; security required, false certificates, view outward or inward through windshield or windows-ob-
scuring prohibited, violations of registration provisions , operating vehicle while license is suspended, driving on roadway laned for traffic, operating while intoxicatedfirst
WALLACE, EMILY: 14338 Essen
Terrance Drive, Gonzales; 39; possession of alcoholic beverages in motor vehicles, expired motor vehicle inspection, careless operation, battery of a police officer, resisting an officer, resisting a police officer with force or violence, operating while intoxicated-first
JOHNSON, KENNETH B.: 41208
New Orleans Drive, Sorrento; 42; possession of alcoholic beverages in motor vehicles, driving on roadway laned for traffic, operating while intoxicated-first
DUMAS, PHIL STANLEY: 2138
S. Commerce Ave., Gonzales; 43; failure to appear-bench warrant
MCLAUGHLIN, DAVID: 37268 Renaissance Drive, Prairieville; 53; domestic abuse battery-strangulation
WILLIAMS, ADRIANA: 127 Crescent Park, Donaldsonville; 28; illegal use of weapons or dangerous instrumentalities
NAQUIN, CONUE: 11346
George Lambert Road, St. Amant; 24; parole violation, aggravated flight from an officer, reckless operation, safety helmets, off-road vehicles-authorization for use on the shoulders of certain public roads and highways
ELIAS, CHRISTOPHER WILLIAM: 13120 Lamar Moran Road, St. Amant; 47; bond revocation, simple assault, general speed law, operating vehicle while license is suspended, prohibited acts-drug paraphernalia
RANDOLPH JR., KRIS KENDRICK: 17006 Fox Ridge Drive, Prairieville; 35; state probation violation, failure to appear-bench warrant
DAVIS, LESLIE: 41176 Cannon Road, Gonzales; 51; bond revocation, disturbing the peace/drunkenness
JUNE 23
ARCENEAUX, BRAD: 77 Tuscany Drive, Laplace; 23; battery of a dating partner
FOREMAN III, DAVID I.: 12187 La. 73, Geismar; 32; state probation violation, second degree battery, state probation violation, prohibited acts-drug paraphernalia, possession of Schedule II controlled dangerous substance (methamphetamine), failure to appear-bench warrant
BALDRIDGE, TSHANDA MARIE: 13208 La. 431, St. Amant; 45; failure to appear-bench warrant
EVRIDGE, AMBER: 2208 S Magnolia Drive, Baker; 34; theft of a motor vehicle $5,000 to $25,000
COX, DANIEL PAUL: 2208 S Magnolia Drive, Baker; 48; criminal trespass/trespassing of real property, theft of a motor vehicle $5,000 to $25,000
MANNING, SAMANTHA
JOANN: 9687 Fairhope Lane, Denham Springs; 31; simple burglary, telephone communications/ improper language/ harassment
COLLINS, BREIGN HENRYNIGHA: 6981 Pinebrook Drive, New Orleans; 33; fugitiveother Louisiana jurisdiction, illegal transmission of monetary funds, bank fraud, monetary instrument abuse, identity theft
EDWARDS, DEVONTE GENE: 4346 Van Ave., New Orleans; 31; two counts theft less than $1,000
EDWARDS, KENDRICK DEANTE: 2914 Pauger St., New Orleans; 32; two counts theft less than $1,000
GLINDMEYER, BRAD JOSEPH:
30171 Eden Church Road., Denham Springs; 40; theft of a motor vehicle
$5,000 to $25,000, theft of a motor vehicle over $25,000, simple burglary
FAIR, TYRONE: 1715 America St., Donaldsonville; 54; simple criminal damage to property less than $1000
RODDY, DESIREE NICOLE: 9142 Schexnaydre St., Convent; 22; distribution/possession with the Intent to distribute heroin, principals
JOHNSON, CHRISTOPHER ANDREW: 14496 Airline Highway, No. 424, Gonzales; 30; fugitiveother Louisiana jurisdiction
MARTIN, CHANDLER PIERCE: 14496 Airline Highway, No. 731, Gonzales; 19; false imprisonment, domestic abuse battery
RAMBIN, MARSHALL PATRICK: 17138 Penn Blvd., Prairieville; 40; failure to appear-bench warrant, domestic abuse battery GAINES, KENDRA DAYSHONE: 2020 S. Veterans Blvd., Gonzales; 23; battery of a dating partner
JUNE 24
FERGUSON, JEREMY JERALD: 1202 Maximillian St., Baton Rouge; 35; violations of protective orders
FRIEDLEY, SHARON DALEY: 4198 Haydel Road, Darrow; 38; probation violation FASON, STEPHANIE RENEE: 39202 Country Drive, Prairieville; 36; state probation violation
CAMPO, JACOB N.: 48419 Amite River Road, St. Amant; 25; possession of firearm by person convicted of certain felonies, probation violation CAMPO, TONY ALFRED: 8474 Harold Drive, Denham Springs; 57; possession of firearm by person convicted of certain felonies
HALKER, BRANT MARION: 2138 S. Commerce Ave., No. 101, Gonzales; 49; entry on or remaining in places or on land after being forbidden, possession of Schedule II controlled dangerous substance (cocaine) RINEY SR., LENARD M.: 801 Orange St., Donaldsonville; 50; resisting an officer, stop signs and yield signs WOODS, CHRISTIAN DENISE: 2040 Greenhouse Road, No. 2214, Houston, Texas; 26; simple criminal damage to property less than $1000, simple criminal damage to property less than $1,000
JUNE 25
BAILEY, JORDAN JUDE: 32204 Oubre Road, Paulina; 41; failure to appear-bench warrant, fugitive-other Louisiana jurisdiction
SHEPPARD, TAMMY LYNN: 1917 General Taylor Ave., Baton Rouge; 57; failure to appear-bench warrant ARCENEAUX, SPENCER E.: 40101 Parker Road, Prairieville; 29; tree counts failure to appear-bench warrant, breach of bail condition
NICHOLAS, KENDRICK JEFFERY: 1809 E. Bayou Road, Donaldsonville; 31; two counts failure to appearbench warrant, simple criminal damage to property $1,000 to $50,000
SANDERS, EMILIANN MICHELLE: 4341 W. Central Drive, Zachary; 22; prohibited acts-drug paraphernalia, possession of Schedule II controlled dangerous substance (methamphetamine), sale, distribution, or possession of legend drug without prescription, possession of Schedule III controlled dangerous substance
JUNE 26
REMBLE, BRANDON TREY: 18004 Lake Iris Ave., Baton
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Rouge; 26; battery of a dating partner
RILEY, CATHERINE RENEE: 13096 Cypress Gold Drive, St Amant; 42; failure to appearbench warrant
HUBBERT, ANETRA LATRICE: 546 S. 17th St., Baton Rouge; 36; theft $1,000 but less than $5,000, fugitive-other Louisiana jurisdiction, tampering with surveillance/accounting/inventory/or monitoring systems, theft $1,000 but less than $5,000
NORTH JR., MICHAEL RAY: 806 Oak St, Donaldsonville; 40; simple criminal damage to property less than $1,000
JUNE 27
PUCKETT, FURIOUS
LEWELLYN: 43466 La. 42, Prairieville; 20; flight from an officer, improper display of temporary license plate reckless operation
RICHARDSON, AVERY D.: 1645 Jasper Ave., Baton Rouge; 37; failure to appear-bench warrant
SANCHEZ, BRAD C.: 41043 Courtney Road, Gonzales; 51; two counts failure to appearbench warrant, fugitive-other Louisiana jurisdiction
COSTA, MICHAEL L.: 37059 Kathleen Ave., Prairieville; 30; indecent behavior with juveniles, three counts molestation of a juvenile
CELESTIN, MICHAEL: 2241 Church St., Vacherie; 28; failure to appear-bench warrant
SCOTT, QUANMAINE J.: 38321 Dogwood St., Gonzales; 30; parole violation, theft less than $1,000, theft $1,000 but less than $5,000
JUNE 28
BRAUD, CHASE JOSEPH: 12407
Thomassie Road, St. Amant; 39; domestic abuse battery
BRAUD, HEIDI PICOU: 12407 Thomassie Road, St. Amant;
36; domestic abuse battery
BIBBS, TED D.: 808 Catalpa St., Donaldsonville; 65; bicyclesfront lamps/rear lamps/side and rear reflectors, failure to appear-bench warrant, resisting an officer
WELLS, ANNA JEAN: 1623
N. Coolidge Ave Gonzales; 42; prohibited acts-drug paraphernalia, possession of heroin
BELL, CALVIN: 6402 Tigerpoint Drive, Baton Rouge; 36; when lighted lamps are required, security required, possession of alcoholic beverages in motor vehicles, operating while intoxicated-first
KING, BRIAN STEPHEN: 13213
Nee Road, Gonzales; 41; possession of Schedule II controlled dangerous substance (methamphetamine), failure to appear-bench warrant
RAINWATER, JASON ERIC: 4323 Palmyra St., New Orleans; 54; prohibited actsdrug paraphernalia, possession of Schedule II controlled dangerous substance (amphetamine)
VICTOR JR., CORY JOSEPH: 604 Chetimatchas St., Donaldsonville; 27; telephone communications/improper language/harassment
VICK JR., MICHAEL: 2034 S Helens Way Ave., Gonzales; 30; two counts failure to appear-bench warrant
STEVENS, ALASHIA ANIEZ: 402 Little Hope St., Garyville; 20; fugitive-other Louisiana jurisdiction, entry on or remaining in places or on land after being forbidden
WINFREY, MATTHEW
DANDRA: 908 Mulberry St., Donaldsonville; 28; failure to appear-bench warrant, fugitive-other Louisiana jurisdiction
JUNE 29
MARTIN, AUSTIN MICHAEL: 113 N. Brown Ave., Gonzales; 24; driver must be licensed fugitive-other Louisiana jurisdiction, three counts failure to appear-bench warrant, security required, vehicle license required
JOHNSON, TERRANCE
WENDELL: 1590 Rose Lane, Gramercy; 35; failure to appear-bench warrant
JAMERSON, JAYLYN DONTRELL: 1621 W. Tyler St., Gonzales; 23; two counts failure to appear-bench warrant, fugitive-other Louisiana jurisdiction
ROJAS, ELICEO: 8302 S. St. Landry Ave., Gonzales; 31; fugitive-other Louisiana jurisdiction, simple criminal damage to property less than $1000, prohibited acts-drug paraphernalia, possession of Schedule II controlled dangerous substance (methamphetamine)
GREEN, CANTRELLE INGRAM: 9313 Waterview Ave.; 47; theft less than $1,000, prohibited acts-drug paraphernalia, sale/distribution/or possession of legend drug without prescription, possession of Schedule II controlled dangerous substance (cocaine)
JUNE 30
JACKSON, KEELAN COURTNEY: 2513 S. Penn Ave Gonzales; 23; two counts
first-degree robbery
STEVENS, JACI CASANNE: 2435 La. 1 S, Donaldsonville; 31; illegal carry of weaponscrime or controlled dangerous substance, prohibited acts-drug paraphernalia, possession of psilocybin (mushrooms), illegal use of weapons or dangerous instrumentalities, aggravated assault upon a dating partner
DADDY-YANKEE, CUYUCH: 74 Twin Lakes, Geismar; 20; fugitive-other Louisiana jurisdiction, aggravated obstruction of a highway of commerce, driver must be licensed, operating while intoxicated-first
JOSEPH, ALFRED: 409 Pine St., Donaldsonville; 61; expired motor vehicle inspection operating while Intoxicatedfirst
FISHER, JA’QUINTON LEMAR: 2103 S. Allen Ave., Gonzales; 20; state probation violation BROUSSARD, BRADLEY REID: 17190 Grove Drive, Prairieville; 33; theft less than $1,000, failure to appearbench warrant
PAGOAGA, CHRISTINA T.: 7952 First St., Addis; 45; simple criminal damage to property $1,000 to $50,000 JACKSON, PATRICK: 38508 La. 74, Gonzales; 26; fugitiveother Louisiana jurisdiction resisting an officer, failure to appear-bench warrant, disturbing the peace/violent and tumultuous manner/disorderly conduct
BUTLER, TAURYN: 118 Dove St., Laplace; 22; fugitive-other Louisiana jurisdiction
CASHIO, HARRISON CLAYTON: 40274 Parker Road, Prairieville; 22; disturbing the peace/violent and tumultuous manner/disorderly conduct, second degree battery DAVID, TAMMIE LYNN: 42320 Black Bayou Road, Gonzales; 48; two counts failure to appear-bench warrant fugitive-other Louisiana jurisdiction MEGGS, CHANCE: 12243 Grand Wood Ave., Gonzales; 18; battery of a dating partner
JULY 1
BROWN, EARL CURTIS: 2009 S Veterans Blvd., Gonzales; 33; failure to appear-bench warrant, fugitive-other Louisiana jurisdiction, false imprisonment-offender armed with dangerous weapon, domestic abuse aggravated assault
EVERETT TYLER JAMES: 14054 La. 44, Gonzales; 27; fugitiveother Louisiana jurisdiction, failure to appear-bench warrant, domestic abuse
battery-pregnant victim
DELATTE, ALISON METREJEAN: 4958 Crestfield Way, Gonzales; 51; forgery criminal conspiracy
HARRISON, JAMES AUSTIN: 18565 Aydell Lane, French Settlement; 44; prohibited acts-drug paraphernalia, theft less than $1,000, possession of Schedule II controlled dangerous substance (methamphetamine)
DELATTE, MICHAEL SHANE: 4958 Crestfield Way, Gonzales; 52; forgery, criminal conspiracy
DIXON, CHRYSTAL NICOLE: 37435 E. Hillside Drive, Prairieville; 38; fugitive-other Louisiana jurisdiction
MALONE, JUSTIN: 2313 Rue St., Covington; 28; distribution/possession with the intent to distribute Schedule IV controlled dangerous substance, possession of Schedule II controlled dangerous substance, view outward or inward through windshield or windows-obscuring prohibited, operating while intoxicated-first
MCGALLIARD, RONNIE: 924
Nolan Ave.; 39; probation violation
LESSARD JR., CARL JOSEPH: 13094 Harold Road, Gonzales; 25; simple arson, fugitiveother Louisiana jurisdiction
PREJEAN, TOMMY LEE: 2435 La. 1 S., Donaldsonville; 46; illegal carry of weapons-crime or controlled dangerous substance, possession of a Schedule I controlled dangerous substance, prohibited acts-drug paraphernalia
GODLEY, JOHN LEE: 37050 Miller Road, Prairieville; 67; simple criminal damage to property, criminal trespass/ trespassing of real property
EIDISSEN, CHRISTOPHER: 412 E. Josephine St., Gonzales; 36; possession of Schedule II controlled dangerous substance (methamphetamine)
CHANEY, CURTIS M.: 36405 Laurel Hill Drive, Prairieville; 65; domestic abuse battery
WESTLEY, JACOB R.: 15210
La. 44, No. 1, Gonzales; 33; tail lamps, operating vehicle while license is suspended, fugitive-other Louisiana jurisdiction
JULY 2
LEWIS, LADARRIUS DARION: 10212 Cloudland Drive, Central 33; fugitive-other Louisiana jurisdiction
MALAIN, RYAN TIMOTHY: 11182 River Highlands Drive, 14B, St. Amant; 36; possession of firearm by person convicted of certain felonies, unauthorized entry of an
inhabited dwelling, fugitiveother Louisiana jurisdiction, domestic abuse battery, violations of protective orders
STAFFORD, JACE A.: 17086
A.N. White Road, Prairieville; 23; inciting to riot, simple battery, second degree battery
KELLER III, JIMMIE LLOYD: 2217 Almonaster Ave., New Orleans; 40; monetary instrument abuse
ANDERSON JR., OTIS L.: 16532 Keystone Blvd., Prairieville; 47; domestic abuse battery RUIZ, DYLAN MIKEAL: 39206 Blue Heron Court, Prairieville; 24; inciting to riot, second degree murder/attempt
JOHNSON, TRAVIS: 1707 Joseph St., Donaldsonville; 19; simple assault
MUNSON II, JOSEPH DORNELL: 38214 Brown Road, Prairieville; 24; failure to appear-bench warrant
MIXON, JENNIFER NIELSEN: 14054 La. 44, No. 19, Gonzales; 52; resisting an officer, criminal trespass/trespassing of real property, unauthorized entry of an inhabited dwelling PERRY, REYNARD: 12135 Cypress Park Drive, Geismar; 49; prohibited acts-drug paraphernalia, possession of Schedule II controlled dangerous substance (methamphetamine)
SPIKES, CHRISTOPHER
MARIO: 36223 Greenmeadow Ave., Prairieville; 40; domestic abuse battery-child endangerment
JULY 3
BOUDREAUX, TERRENCE
TY’BRYAND: 1426 W. Sidney St., Gonzales; 22; two counts armed robbery, attempted armed robbery-use of firearm-additional penalty
GREEN, BRYSON: 1418 W Sidney St., Gonzales; 20; two counts armed robbery, attempted armed robbery-use of firearm-additional penalty
JOSEPH, TRAMELL M.: 39043 Venus Ave., Darrow; 43; driver must be licensed, traffic-control signals, resisting an officer, possession of firearm by person convicted of certain felonies
SMITH, ALEXUS CHANTE: 12093 Roddy Road, Gonzales; 22; possession of marijuana less than 14 grams, reckless operation, operating a vehicle while under suspension for certain prior operating while intoxicated-second
St. Theresa Middle students place at National Junior Beta Convention
Community news report
St. Theresa Middle School students brought home honors from the recent National Junior Beta Convention in Orlando, Florida.
Representing the school were Avery Cardinale, Mia Gilbert, Claire Frederic and Addison Guillory, who placed eighth in the nation in the competitive National Beta Book Battle.
“This remarkable finish reflects the team’s dedication, teamwork, and love of reading,” a news release from the school said.
Competing against students from across the country, the four scholars showcased “not only their literary knowledge but also the spirit of academic excellence that
defines St. Theresa Middle,” the release added. Mia Gilbert placed in the Top 5 nationally in the Mixed Media Visual Arts competition. Her work impressed judges with its creativity, technique and originality
PARISHES WRITER Christopher Cartwright christopher.cartwright@theadvocate.com (225) 388-0125
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Republican women meet Thursday
Ascension Republican Women’s summer social for members and friends is set for 6 p.m. July 17 at Sugarfield Spirits Co 481 W. Eastbank Street in Gonzales.
Members of Americans for Prosperity have been invited to attend the social.
Complimentary light hors d’oeuvres will be provided and soft drinks will available Guests are invited to bring school supplies or a small donation for the group’s annual School Tools Drive on behalf of Volunteer Ascension.
For additional information call (225) 9215187.
Cocktail Trail open
The Louisiana Sweet Spot Cocktail Trail is open through July 31 at participating bars and restaurants.
Order a Sweet Spot Cocktail, receive a stamp on your trail passport, collect eight
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recruiting interest, particularly a school he dreams of joining.
“Southeastern and Stephen F Austin are schools showing interest,” Babin said. “Ideally, I would want to play for Southeastern, but my focus is to have a great senior year and lead my team I appreciate all the schools and coaches that have spoken to me about their program.”
As the season approaches, Babin was asked to talk about life outside of football. He gave some unique answers.
“If I could give advice to freshmen Cooper Babin, it would be to enjoy your high school years. It flies by In the blink of an eye, you are in your senior year Enjoy it and take care of yourself. I enjoy hunting outside of football as well as spending time with my family and friends,” Babin responded Babin talked about how thankful he was to
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expanded recreational offerings, advanced strategic master planning initiatives, and streamlined building operations and permitting processes, the release said.
stamps and turn in your passport in for a chance to win prizes.
Passports are available at the Ascension Tourism office in Sorrento, at participating businesses or visit visitlasweetspot.com/ cocktailtrail.
Donaldsonville, Gonzales YouthFests set
Mark your calendar for the Ascension 4 YouthFest Back-2-School events.
The first is set for July 26 at the LamarDixon Expo Center’s Rev Center
The event, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., will include free school supplies, games, and arts and crafts.
West bank residents can attend the backto-school event at 10 a.m. Aug. 2 at the Hinckley Waguespack Center 1201 Maginnis St., Donaldsonville.
Food distributions set
Ascension Parish’s commodity distribution is set for the second Tuesday of each month in Donaldsonville and the second Wednesday of the month in Gonzales.
Distributions are from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Frank Sotile Jr Pavilion in Donaldsonville and at Lamar-Dixon Expo Center
everyone that he has come across in his high school years.
“I want to thank God first for blessing me with everything I have in life. I would like to thank my parents for always pushing me to be the best version of myself as well as coaches, teammates, teachers and everyone that have helped me become the person I am today,” Babin.
Being the QB at a large school like St Amant comes with responsibilities, and Babin is aware of that. He loves playing football and will end up helping a college program be successful.
When asked if he wasn’t playing the game he loves, he said, “If I wasn’t playing football, I would be a professional pickle ball player.”
Something tells me that Babin would be poised at that sport as well.
Troy LeBoeuf covers sports for the Ascension Advocate. He can be reached at troyleboeuf@hotmail.com or ascension@theadvocate.com.
“As we move forward, I am confident in Ricky’s ability to lead our organization with vision, professionalism, and a continued dedication to service,” Cointment said. “He has demonstrated a deep understanding of how thoughtful planning and execution can shape a stronger, smarter future for our community.”
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in Gonzales.
All recipients must be prequalified by visiting the Ascension Parish Health Unit, 1024 E. Ascension Complex Blvd., in Gonzales or Donaldsonville courthouse, 300 Houmas St., in Donaldsonville. Call Layne Melancon at (225) 450-1006 or email layne. melancon@fmolhs.org.
Summer cinema
The Price LeBlanc PACE Center is hosting a Summer Cinema Series. Each movie will have a 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. showing option.
“The Sandlot” is set for July 18 and “Lion King” on Aug. 8. Bring your pillow and a blanket for floor seating. Additional concessions available for purchase.
The July 18 movie has been sponsored by the Ascension Parks Foundation so admission is free.
Contact Darlene Denstorff by phone, (225) 388-0215 or (225) 603-1998; or email, ascension@theadvocate.com or ddenstorff@theadvocate.com. Deadline: 5 p.m. Friday
In addition to his professional role, Compton serves as president-elect of the East Ascension Rotary Club and represents Ascension Parish Government on the Board of Directors for the Ascension Chamber of Commerce.
“I’m honored to take on this new leadership role and build upon the foundation of ex-
cellence that already exists within Ascension Parish government,” Compton said “We have a strong team and a community that deserves our best. I’m committed to fostering collaboration, driving innovation, and continuing the important work of making Ascension Parish a place we are all proud to call home.”
Ascension leaders urge boating safety this summer season
Community news report
As summer begins and water activities pick up, Ascension Parish President Clint Cointment and local safety officials are urging residents and visitors to make boating safety a top priority on our parish waterways.
In a joint public service announcement, Ascension Parish President Clint Cointment, Ascension Parish Fire Chief James E. LeBlanc, Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office Col. Donald Capello, and Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Sgt. Randy Lanoux are coming together with one message: Stay safe on the water
“We want everyone to enjoy the beauty of Ascension Parish’s rivers, lakes, and bayous this summer,” Cointment said. “Too often, accidents on the water are avoidable, so we’re reminding everyone to be smart, respectful, and alert while boating or enjoying time near the water.”
The officials offer these important reminders for all boaters and water recreation enthusiasts:
n Always wear a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket.
n Stay aware of your surroundings, including other boaters, swimmers, and changing weather conditions.
n Avoid alcohol while operating a boat.
n Check your vessel and safety equipment before launch.
n Keep our waterways clean — please refrain from littering or leaving behind debris that could cause harm.
n Know the rules for operating watercraft and follow posted signs and navigational markers.
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incident At some point between 11 p.m. and midnight, the boat struck a log in the river, and ejected both Harrison and the driver into the water, the release says.
Both Harrison and the driver were recovered from the water The driver was then airlifted to a local hospital, while Harrison’s body was turned over to the Iberville Parish Coroner’s Office to determine an official cause of death, the release added.
The LDWF Enforcement Division is leading an investigation on the incident. Officials say it is unclear whether Harrison or the driver were wearing lifejackets at the time of the crash.
LA 44 at Lowe’s Avenue Roundabout StateH.015101
ASCENSIONPARISH
TheAscension Parish Government,incoordinationwiththe LouisianaDepartment of Transportation andDevelopment (LADOTD),is conductinganOPENHOUSE public meetingfor theproposedroundabout on LA 44 at Lowe’s Avenue
Thepurpose of this meetingistogiveinformation andobtaininput frominterestedparties.Representatives from AscensionParish MeyerEngineers,LTD,and LADOTD will be available to answer questions anddiscuss issues relatedtothe project. In addition, a stationwill be setuptodisplay informationconcerningthe project.
Thepublicmeeting will be heldon Wednesday, July 23,2025, from 5:00-7:00PM at thefollowing location: AscensionParishGovernmentComplex Rooms109 and110 615EWorthey St Gonzales,LA70737
Attendeesmay submit writtencommentsatthe meeting. Comments may also be mailed to theAscension Parish Government at theaddressprovided. Comments must be post marked by August6,2025, to be included in thetranscriptofthismeeting
Should yourequire additionalinformation or specialassistancedue to adisability to participateinthispublicmeeting,pleasecontact the AscensionParish Government by internet,mail, or telephoneat leastfiveworking days priortothe meeting. Contactinformation is as follows:
Internet: www.ascensionparish.net
Mail:Ascension Parish Government CommunicationsDivision 615EastWorthey Street Gonzales, LA 70737
Telephone: 225-450-1021
If youare unavailable to attend this meetinginperson, please find all presentationmaterials at thefollowing webpage: https://www.dotd.la.gov/about/office-of-planning/environmental/project-pages/district-61-baton-rouge/
Please note all presentation materialswill be available no laterthan July 9, 2025
STAFF FILE PHOTO BY MICHAEL JOHNSON
St. Amant quarterback Cooper Babin races up field against Dutchtown in a District 5-5A matchup Oct. 4 in Geismar