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Man seeks new trial in Larose double homicide

By Bridget Mire Daily Comet Staff Writer

W RaceA Toronzo land man Thompkins found guilty of ordering the 2013 killing of a confidential informant is seeking a new trial.

Toronzo Thompkins, 38, was convicted May 26 of the second-degree murder of Nikki Landry, 41, of Larose. The jury also found him guilty of negligent homicide in the death of Landry’s acquaintance, 54-year-old Harry Lefort, of Cut Off. The victims were shot Sept. 22, 2013, in Landry’s apartment on West Fourth Street.

Landry was to testify against Thompkins in his cocaine distribution trial that week.

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School district’s enrollment drop could reduce state aid

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If enrollment in Lafourche Parish schools doesn’t increase by February, the school disV S MATHEWS • GHEENS • LOCKPORT • VALENTINE • LAROSE trict could be facing a more than a $200,000 C • GALLIANO • GOLDEN MEADOW • LEEVILLE • GRAND ISLE loss in state money for the next school year, the School Board was told Wednesday night.

Each year, schools receive money from the state for each student enrolled in kindergarten through 12th grade. According to a count done Monday, Lafourche had 13,970 Photo by Babs students enrolled, 60 less than last October.

The final count will be completed on Feb. The calm before the storm … these birds seem to be enjoying the quiet, peace1, and the numbers are expected to fluctuate. ful sunny weather this week on Grand Isle, just days before Tropical Storm But should the enrollment numbers stay the Nate or maybe Hurricane Nate, makes an appearance in the area this weekend. same as this week, the district will lose The storm has been blamed for at least 22 deaths in Central America. $237,660 for the 2018-19 school year, said So far, the Atlantic has seen five major hurricanes (Category 3 or higher) durFrank Pasqua, the school district’s child weling the 2017 season; two short of the record set in 2005, when seven major fare and attendance director. hurricanes hit.

“We hope we can gain some students, but normally we lose some students,” Pasqua said.

Compared to last October, the parish has 124 more fifth grade students and 95 more seniors in high school, but it also has 77 fewer second graders, 50 fewer seventh graders and 46 fewer 11th graders.

The schools that showed the greatest gains were Golden Meadow Upper Elementary Holly McKeon, Contributing Writer When an endearing community and Thibodaux High, with 33 and 28 more collaborates around an explicit shared students than last October, respectively.

Consider for a moment, life without purpose, it brings out the very best in West Thibodaux Middle School had the community. There would be no sense each person. largest losses in student enrollment at 42 of belonging.

Instead, a complete There is within our human nature See School Page 5-A awareness of isolation would embody a fundamental need for community your very being. Everyone struggles, and connection. The bayou community and there may be times when we fall. takes this to an entirely superior level But there is comfort in knowing that than most, creating nothing short of a here, along the bayou; everyone walks community of heroes, who are humble hand in hand. If it happens to one, it with no thought of recognition, providhappens to all. ing comfort to others through selfless It is the very basis of Lafourche so- acts of kindness. ciety no matter what downfalls the Allison Alario is one of many at the economy suffers or personal tribula- forefront of the giving door. Although tions that fall in one’s lap. she never wants credit for the multitude of fundraisers she has held in the last seven or eight years. There is no nonprofit, no big organization, just her huge heart and willingness to help.

Parish President Jimmy Cantrelle (left) presents When asked what made her decide a proclamation for Domestic Violence Awareto help others, Allison said, “I feel I reness Month to PACT Place Coordinator Pam ceived a calling from God. I also do not Guedry Lee. Also pictured from center to right: do this alone, nor could I; our commuCaptain Karla Beck, PACT Place Advisory Board nity is the army that stands behind me.

Member Debbie Triggs, and Deputy TheresaNone of what I do would be possible Marie Ellender. without them.”

From school supply drives, shoe drives, holiday drives, to any other fundraiser she can put together, Alario shows no signs of slowing down and knows the community will continue to stand beside her.

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Children’s health program faces Feb. deadline

“With dire budget problems at our doorstep, Louisiana would be hardpressed to maintain current levels of health care access for these vulnerable children,” Andrew Tuozzolo, chief of staff for the Louisiana Department of Health, said Wednesday in a statement.

As many as one in six children and pregnant women who otherwise would be eligible for the program in Louisiana could lose their coverage if Congress doesn’t renew CHIP, according to a state document outlining the impact of the expiration. Changing eligibility to shrink the number of people in the program, however, would require approval from the federal Medicaid agency.

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By MELINDA DESLATTE, Associated Press

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Louisiana has four months remaining of the federal money needed to pay for health insurance coverage for low-income children and pregnant women, as Congress allowed the program’s financing to expire in September.

Without a reauthorization of the Children’s Health Insurance Program, known as CHIP, by February, Louisiana would have to come up with at least $31 million to keep the coverage in place and could eventually have to boot people out of the program or, at the least, lessen their services, according to Louisiana’s health department.

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LPSO to promote Domestic Violence Awareness this month Annual Vigil Oct. 24 in Raceland

The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office is promoting awareness of domestic violence throughout the month of October which is recognized nationally as Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

On Tuesday, September 26, Lafourche Parish President Jimmy Cantrelle issued a proclamation declaring the month of October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Lafourche Parish and encouraging citizens to wear the color purple, the official color of Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

2015 Miss Louisiana USA Candice Marie Bennatt will be the guest speaker at this year’s annual vigil for domestic violence. The event, entitled “Flight to Freedom – Butterflies for Hope,” will take place at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, October 24, at the Lafourche Central Market, located at 4484 Hwy. 1 in Raceland.

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LCOA to explain Part D Medicare

The Lafourche Council on Aging staff will be at the following locations and dates: October 10th at Golden Meadow Senior Center at 10:30 a.m.; October 24th at Lockport Center at 11 a.m.; November 14th at Larose Center at 10:30 a.m.; and November 14th at Gheens Sr. Center at 11:30 a.m., to explain Part D Medicare prescription drug information.

They will also explain about Low Income Subsidy/Medicare Savings Plan information and eligibility, which consist of low income subsidy (Extra Help Program), Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB), specified low income Medicare beneficiary (SLMB), and qualified individual (Ql1).

If you have any questions, please contact Chantell at 985532-0457.

Ro-Duz Ranch sponsoring horse camp, Oct. 28

Ro-Duz Ranch will be sponsoring a horse camp on Saturday, October 28 from 3 to 6 p.m. for ages 5 and up for a fee of $25. Supplies needed are helmet, boots and jeans.

Learn the basics of horsemanship, horse safety, the parts of a horse and ride in the arena.

All students must pre-register. For forms, please email roduzranch@rocketmail.co m.

For more information, please call (985) 475-7272 or 637-7273.

The Bayou Council Behavioral Health Services is sponsoring its Fireworks Anger Management classes, (3 twohour sessions for ages 18 and over), from 3 to 5 p.m. on Thursdays, October 12, 19, and 26th.

Limited space is available. To enroll report to the Bayou Council Behavioral Health Services, 504 St. Louis St., Thibodaux, with $150 enrollment fee (money order only).

For more information call 985-446-0643. __________________

LPSO offering concealed handgun course, Oct. 15

A Concealed Handgun Training Course will be held on Sunday, October 15, at the LPSO Shooting Range Facility in Raceland.

The cost for the course is $110, and advance registration is suggested due to limited class size. For more information, please contact Captain Lafate Day at (985) 449-4485 or by email at lafateday@lpso.net.

Participants will need to bring 50 rounds of ammunition, eye protection (sunglasses or eyeglasses are sufficient), and ear protection (muffs or plugs). _________________

Monthly pastor’s breakfast scheduled for Thursday

Pastor Morris Hunter Jr. invites all pastors to the Pastor’s Breakfast at the Hope Center, located at 18100 East Main St. on October 12. Breakfast will be served at 8:00 a.m.

Please join in for breakfast, prayer, and fellowship. RSVP to (985)-325-4673 by October 9th. ___________________

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3-month commodities to be distributed

On October 26, a 3Month Commodity Distribution for the South Lafourche area will be taking place from 10 a.m. until all food is distributed. First come first served, 1 box of food per household.

You can register at 16241 East Main St., Cut Off, Suite B-13 at the Galliano Library from 8 to 11 a.m. or 1 to 3 p.m. Contact Nanette Lazard at 985-632-3989 for more details.

Documents required are Valid Driver’s License or Picture ID, current proof of income for all members of your household: last 4 consecutive check stubs or SSI/SSA award letter for 2017, and bring current food stamp printout.

Must be a current resident of South Lafourche. __________________

GI Rotary Club hosting Halloween bash, Oct. 21

Grand Isle Rotary Club presents Halloween kids, pets and pictures on October 21, 2017 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Old Methodist Church. __________________

R.A.D. course slated for October

The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office will host a Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) course on October 16, 17, and 18 at the LPSO Range Facility.

The three-day class is from 6 to 9:30 p.m.

This course is being offered FREE of charge.

In lieu of a registration fee, the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office encourages registrants to make a donation to Team Ory, a fundraising organization named for Michael “Mike” Ory who passed away in 2016 after a long battle with melanoma. Donations can be made directly to Team Ory through its website: www.teamory.com.

The deadline to register for the class is Friday, October 13 at 11 a.m.

For more information on this class, please contact Captain Lafate Day at (985) 449-4485 or by email at lafateday@lpso.net. __________________

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LCO Bulldogs announces 5k race

Larose Cut Off Middle School will be having a race to benefit technology improvements for students. The race will take place on Saturday, October 21.

A 5k race will begin at 8 a.m. at Cut Off Elementary and end at LCOMS. Registration will be held prior at 7:30 a.m.

A 1-mile fun run will begin at 8 a.m. at LCOMS with registration beginning at 7:30 a.m.

You may register before October 21 for a $20 fee and t-shirt. Registration on race day is $25.

To register, mail information and payment to LCOMS, 13356 West Main St., Larose, LA 70373; or call Celeste Breaux or Molly Bourgeois at 985-693-3273. __________________

Alcohol Ed. classes offered in Thib.

The Bayou Council Behavioral Health Services is sponsoring its Al-

cohol Education classes (a 4 hours class for offenders), from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, October 14th.

To enroll into class, please report to Bayou Council Behavioral Health Services, 504 St. Louis St., Thibodaux with court paperwork/citation, picture ID, and $50 money order only.

Hours of enrollment are Monday through Friday from 8 to 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.

For more information contact Bayou Council at 985-446-0643.

Satan rises in Las Vegas-Angels fly high

By Dr. Glenn Mollette Guest Columnist

Doubters of Satan were furnished all the proof they should need as a living Satan arose to the top of Mandalay Bay hotel last Sunday night and unleashed hell for about eleven minutes.

Stephen Paddock acted only as Satan and someone possessed with evil knows how to act. He wreaked devastation in the deadliest mass shooting in the history of the United States. Fifty-nine deaths and over 500 wounded people were the result of Paddock’s calculated, well-strategized maneuver to bring about mass carnage.

Evil works hard to find a way. Evil is cunning, calculating, sly, secretive, hypocritical but works toward the goal of destruction.

Whether we are talking about devils who were involved in the September 11, 2001 attacks that resulted in about 3000 deaths or Timothy McVeigh and the Oklahoma bombing or the recent attack on a theatre in Paris, France, evil finds a way.

Evil can use a car driven into a crowd or a homemade bomb to mangle people. Evil can use knives, fire, poison, acid or other ways.

We don’t have to name all the ways that evil can bring about sadness and sorrow because evil works day and night plotting and thinking of how it can succeed in stealing, killing and destroying good people just so their lust for innocent blood is briefly satisfied.

Whether you believe that Satan is a hornyheaded figure walking around with a pitchfork, a spirit, a fallen and disgraced angel from heaven or something else, surely you believe in the reality of evil. We saw evil, once again, on Sunday night in Las Vegas embodying Paddock and doing what evil always does.

We see evil breaking into people’s houses and robbing people. We hear of evil robbing convenience stores. We hear of evil killing one another in Chicago or evil abusing a child or hurting a spouse.

Evil rises up in all kinds of ways.

Sunday, evil briefly rose up but seemed like an eternity, to those fleeing for their lives. Las Vegas, our nation and especially all the families involved were forever changed.

For every Satan that rises there are hundreds and thousands of angels.

We have heard many, many stories of good and

wonderful people saving lives and rescuing people in Las Vegas. Countless stories have been told of people who gave their lives saving someone else.

There are so many stories of heroes who did so much to aid and save people who had been wounded. Say whatever you want about Las Vegas, there were a lot of God’s people at work helping people in that scene of real hell The massacre in Las Vegas reminds us that we live in a world of good and bad. Satan is real and he embodied Paddock to carry out his work. God is also very real and he embodied thousands of people in Las Vegas Sunday night from the police to the many concertgoers who worked so heroically to overcome evil with good.

We have to keep helping each other and working together. We must be angels soaring higher. We have to put race, religion and partisan politics aside. We have to be on the lookout because there is always another Satan lurking and waiting to rise.

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nity to live a normal life and a fulfilled life. No one ever treated him differently, and that is the greatest gift of all.”

The Breaux family is another who received an enormous amount of community support.

Brayden “B” Breaux was just shy of his second birthday, along with his twin brother Dylan, when the family learned “B” had a brain tumor in 2003.

This beloved child, who loved the color orange, would probably never quite grasp the enormous impact he had on people in the Lafourche community and beyond. Brayden, along with his brothers, Dylan, Zach, Brittan, mother Andrea and father, Scott, would soon learn the power of community and the strength it carries.

Over the course of the next three years, Brayden would undergo four surgeries.

“Following a third surgery “B” remained hospitalized for six weeks. During this time, Brayden received hundreds and hundreds of cards and notes from just about every student at every school from Larose to Golden Meadow. Brayden’s hospital room became quite the attraction with all of the cards and small tokens of affection lined along the walls. Staff and patients alike simply had to come by to see the little boy’s room with all the cards and smiley faces.”

Andrea explained.

Upon Brayden’s hospital release, the family walked outside to see the Lafourche Sheriff’s department on hand and ready to escort Brayden home in his very own presidential like motorcade!

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We also spoke with Troy Danos whose son, Dylan, received a lifetime of community love and support. The family learned Dylan had cystic fibrosis when he was three months old. Over the next 17 years, the community pulled together, in support that never wavered for the Danos family.

Troy remembers when Dylan became gravely ill and had to have emergency surgery when he was only five or six years old. Doctors released Dylan from the hospital at the onset of Mardi Gras season, which happened to be his favorite time of year.

Sadly, the young tike would be unable to attend any of the parades.

Troy remembers fondly what the neighbors did for Dylan to lift his spirits and include him in the Mardi Gras festivities!

“Our neighborhood got together and gave Dylan his very own surprise Mardi Gras parade!

Right down to the gocarts, mopeds, trucks, bikes, and music, everything was decorated just like a ‘real’ parade, except this parade was specifically for Dylan.

He lit up when he saw the procession, laughing and catching beads. It was the greatest feeling imaginable for our son.”

“We’ve been so blessed by the community,” Troy added. “We will never to be able to thank the community enough. They embraced us in our greatest time of need. It is such a heartwarming feeling knowing what we have down here. The tremendous support of the family, friends, and community gave Dylan the opportu-

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approached our neighborhood we saw hundreds of people, all dressed in orange shirts (many emblazoned with “B” is Back), holding decorated signs and waving. The local fire department had the big fire truck there, with all the lights going, the street and house all adorned with decorations. A larger than life parade ensued, all for Brayden.”

It was at this time a close family friend began calling Brayden’s supporters “B’s Buddies”, a phrase the town adored and wore proudly on tshirts and orange silicone bracelets.

The parade was one of many instances of community support the family received. Little Brayden is still embracing his community, this time with his angel wings. His resting place is painted orange and easily recognized by many children, and even adults who make the trip to sit and speak with him.

“The entire year was such an amazing time for Brayden and the community. What could have been such a terribly sad time was instead fun for Brayden. Life was a party and made every day count,” Andrea went on to say.

Dana Gros gained an excellent reputation for her impressive community fundraising ability.

Dana worked at South Lafourche High School for twenty-one years.

During her tenure, she held a multitude of successful fundraisers for SLHS basketball, student council, and cheerleading, but also taught young adults the importance of giving back to the community.

Over a period of nineteen years, Dana’s annual project “Paint Your Heart Out” gave high school students the ability to help the elderly and disabled within the community by painting their homes. The project gave students the opportunity to learn the meaning and power of giving.

Dana said, “It is a valuable lesson when students learn the importance of giving back to their community who continually supports and invests in them.

Students would give their time freely and with a smile. It is hard to tell who felt more joy, the student, or the seniors/disabled persons receiving the gift of a newly painted home!”

When asked what this community means to her, Dana responded, “It is awesome to work in a community that gives so much, not only monetarily, but also physically and emotionally. It is not something found in many other areas.”

Lafourche Parish is very much a “self-funded community.” Neighbor takes care of neighbor here; there is no need to look elsewhere for chivalry because it is in and around us every day.

Neighbors rally around each other when a family is in their greatest time of need. Giving souls who provide strength, encouragement, hope, and healing, bringing with it a “what’s mine is yours” mentality.

Camaraderie is unshakeable in these parts, whether you are from up the bayou or down the bayou.

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(StatePoint) If you’ve ever been confused by how to find the right credit card, you’re not alone. A recent national survey found that consumers are overwhelmed by the many credit card offers they receive, and find the process of selecting the right card difficult to navigate.

The survey, conducted by Experian, also found that more than half (54 percent) of surveyed respondents are not satisfied with their cards.

“Consumers surveyed hold an average of three credit cards, which shows it’s been challenging to find a card that meets their needs,” says Ian Cohen, general manager at Experian Consumer Services.

Unfortunately, there can be a bit of anxiety around getting a new card. With 40 percent of respondents admitting they’ve been denied a credit card in the past, many consumers surveyed say they wish they would receive only solicitations with pre-qualified offers. There is also optimism.

Sixty-four percent of consumers agree that there is a perfect credit card out there for them.

If you are in the market for a new credit card, identify what card feature is most important to you, such as a low annual percentage rate (APR) or no annual fee.

Also, check your credit score because that can help you understand what cards you may qualify for, since a

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credit score could be one of the factors lenders use to extend lines of credit.

Luckily, free resources exist which can aid your search. For example, Experian offers an online tool that uses consumers’ own credit and financial data to match them with tailored credit card options.

To see a selection of credit cards based on your preferences and credit data, visit experian.com.

You should be careful though when applying for new credit cards – opening up several new cards in a short timespan may lower your credit score, hurting your chances for additional credit in the future when you may really need it for a big expense such as a car loan.

If you have credit card debt and are struggling to pay it off, don’t despair. You can start tackling it today with a few steps: • Figure out how much you owe by making a list of all of your credit card balances and loans, along with minimum monthly payments and APR for each.

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• Consider applying for a balance transfer card with no or low APR for a set period of time to transfer the debt.

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Holy Savior Catholic Church in Lockport will host its First Annual Fall For Him Fest, a pastalaya and jambalaya cookoff, on Sunday, Oct. 22.

First, second and third place prizes will be awarded. Craft booths spots are also available.

Anyone interested in registering a 2-person team, or renting a craft booth, may call Malvina Sapia at 985-805-0938 or the church office at 985-532-3533.

The event features the cookoff, along with games, a DJ and more.

Louisiana receiving $55M to boost reading, writing skills

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Louisiana will receive a more than $55 million federal grant to help improve the reading and writing skills of its students.

The state education department announced Tuesday that it is one of 11 states chosen by the U.S. Department of Education to receive the Striving Readers Comprehensive Literacy grant.

Louisiana will receive $18.5 million a year for three years. The state has received a similar literacy grant in previous years.

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My ONLY goal is to see the port thrive and bring more jobs back to this great community.

To work hard to make sure that the businesses here REMAIN here at the port to protect the jobs of our citizens.

Lastly, I ask for your TRUST in me and to please cast your vote on Oct. 14 for Curtis “Tompuss” Pierce, Port Commission, Seat E. It would be a great honor to work along side the fine men who make up the commission, and to serve this community.

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Asking $48,000. Call 404-8232760. _________________________ Home for sale: 2200 sq ft brick home with attached 2 car garage. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, dining area with large family room. Small shed on property. Lot is 100 x 169 with partially fenced yard. Great neighborhood. 249 East 74th St. Asking $175,000. 985-6963097, 985-281-5740 or 985632-5097. By appointment only. _________________________ House for sale: 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom; recently remodeled.

All appliances including washer/dryer. Lots of closet space. 14’ x 15’ shed. Covered carport and back porch. Partially fenced back yard. All laminate and vinyl plank flooring, no carpet. White metal roof under 5 years old. Sewer system under 5 years old. A must see! Call for showing at 337-356-8998, I live in Larose. 111 West 80th Street in Cut Off. Asking $75,000. _________________________

LAND

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

FOR RENT

For rent: Newly remodeled, one bedroom, one bath apartment on hwy 3235 in Golden Meadow offering appliances, washer and dryer. Water included. 2 bedroom for $625/mo and $625/dep. Six month lease required then month to month afterwards. $500/mth $500/dep.

FMI call 985-798-7433 or 985637-6258. _________________________

Apartment For Rent: 2 bedroom, 1 bath located at 102 West 4th St., Westside Apts.

Apt. #4 is available for $675/month and a $600 damage deposit. By application only.

Call 985-691-3104. _________________________ Quiet Place/ Quiet Person!

Trailer For Rent: single person; no pets; no children; 1 bedroom, 1 bath, furnished; $625 rent and $500 deposit; utilities and cable included. Call 985-691-3104 for application. ONLY QUIET/ CLEAN PEOPLE APPLY PLEASE! _________________________ Mutliple Properties For Rent:3 bedroom /2 bath home in Cut Off, $950 per month. 3 bedroom /1 bath, $850/month in Cut Off. Call 985-691-1367.

Leave a message. _________________________ Home For Rent: in Larose; 2 bedroom, 1 bath; open floor plan with living and kitchen combined; furnished with fridge, washer/dryer, stove and 1 AC unit; water included in rent; large fenced in yard with patio and covered carport; located off LA 1; $750/month rent, plus $750/ security deposit due at signing. Call 504615-1718. ________________________

Properties For Rent: 2 bedroom trailer: for rent down W. 64th street. $500/mth. Furnished 2 bedroom house with covered carport, $650/month.

Call 985-632-3045 _________________________ For rent: Two bedroom apartment in Lockport area offering hardwood floors, appliances, dishwasher, washer and dryer.

Water included. $650/mth and $650/dep. Six month lease required then month to month afterwards.

FMI call 985-798-7433 or 985-637-6258. _________________________ House for rent: 2 bedroom, partly furnished with shed, washer and dryer. For more information, please call 985-4757763 or 985-637-7763. _________________________ For Rent! Half off first months rent with new lease! Large 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment in Cut Off. Pets welcomed. unfurnished unit is $795/month with 6 month lease. $750 security deposit. Unit has washer and dryer. to see pics go to www.coteblancheapartments.co m. Call Bill at 985-325-5626 for more info. _________________________

Home for rent: 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom.

144 Willow-D, Larose. REDUCED to $800/mth and $400/dep. Call 985-6911912 or 832-326-0211. _________________________ House For Rent: 232 East 2nd Street, Larose; 3 bedroom, 1 bath; $900/month, plus deposit; no smoking inside; no pets; appliances included; lawn care provided; large, roomy, very nice and well kept inside; easy walk to Larose Regional Park/ Civic Center; (985) 632-3984 or (985) 696-0825. _________________________ New Listing! 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath loft; wood floors; upscale home; concrete countertops and floors; central A/C; large porch; $1000/month; $1000 deposit; 985-232-1948; Located in Golden Meadow. _________________________ Apartment For Rent: 1 bedroom, 1 bath; $475 monthly, $300 deposit; 6 month lease; no pets; no smoking; contact 985677-4435. _________________________ Apt. For rent: 1 bedroom, unfurnished. LA 308 near Golden Meadow bridge. Single or couple; no pets; no smoking. $460 month and $460 deposit. Call 985-258-6277. _________________________ House For Rent: two bedroom, two bath; Cut Off/ Galliano area; has stove and fridge; $650 a month; $650 security/ damage deposit; Call (985) 632-6549 or (985) 665-0936. Leave a CLEAR message and number to call. No texting. _________________________ Lockport II Apartments now taking applications. 1 bedroom, $588; 2 bedroom, $693; we accept Section 8. Call 532-8137. _________________________ Are you here from out of town and need a nice, clean, comfortable and affordable place? Then don’t look any further!

If you are single, family, worker, company, fisherman, or anyone else looking for short-term or long-term housing, we have what you need.

All of our places are furnished with a full kitchen. We also have camper lots and a new fish cleaning station with a full bath. A fully stocked store in walking distance. The nicest laundry mat around. Pets are allowed. Come be another one our satisfied customers. Call Tommy at 985-637-4133.

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MLS 126411: This 2BR, 1.5BA cottage style home has 1186 sqft of living space and 2046 sqft total area. It’s located on a 50’ x 105’ lot.

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WANT TO BUY

We pay CASH for Gold, Silver and Diamonds: Bayou Side Flea Market, 14567 HWY 1, Cut Off. Call Dallas at 985-677-1061 or Tom at 985-227-2470. _________________________

GARAGE SALES

Moving Garage sale: Small appliances, dishes, lots of plus size clothing and more! Priced to sell! Saturday, October 14th from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. 144 East 29th Street in Cut Off. _________________________

HELP WANTED

Southern Guard Service, Inc. is now accepting applications for Security Guard positions.

Apply at 109 W. 12th St., Larose.

Call 985-693-4316. _________________________ Lafourche Arc is looking for energetic, compassionate individuals to work flexible hrs. & days w / individuals w / disabilities who live in the lower Lafourche area. Assistance with transportation, personal hygiene & household tasks is needed.

Agency will train. High school diploma, GED or 5 yrs pd related exp. required. Scheduling flexibility required. FMI contact Meka Williams at 985-447-6214 ext. 120 or Gina Gaudet at ext.

115. Applications may be completed at Lafourche Arc, 100 W. Main St., Thibodaux. EOE, M/F/V/H. _________________________ Coastal Janitorial Services is now hiring! Cleaning ladies needed 5 days a week. Call 632-5791 after 9am on Monday. _________________________ Jan Serve Cleaning personnel needed in Lafourche Parish. Call to apply at 985-262-4084. Resume preferred but not required. Submit resume to P.O. Box 143 Cut Off, LA 70345 _________________________ SBL Construction is hiring a CDL driver and dependable operator/ roustabout. Must have own transportation. MUST pass drug screening and must be a hard worker. Call Frank at 985-665-1220 FMI. _________________________ Triple Son Farm: transport is accepting applications for experienced CDL 18 wheeler driver.

Offering paid vacation, health ins, 401K. Must submit to drug screen. Apply at 14502 West Main, Cut Off, LA. _________________________ SL Metal Building is now hiring laborers. Call 693-4078. _________________________

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Great benefits offered, position paid on % of loads. Apply in person at 570 Rappelet Rd, Golden Meadow or via email dwayne@dynamicenv.com. _________________________

SERVICES

Dog Grooming at Pitre’s Feed & Seed. Call JoAnn Pitre at 696-2321. _________________________ Can Do Brick, Block & Stone Work.

Call for free estimates. Keith Thayer at 985-637-3569. _________________________ J & P’s Tree Service & Sawmill, LLC Land Clearing, Dozer & Excavator, Tree Removal, Trimming, Stump Grinding, Demolition, Lumber cut to order, For Sale: Firewood, Mulch and Dirt. State Arbor’s License & Insured. Call 985-632-2540 or 985-696-5174. _________________________ We Do Redo Remodeling, Inc. Total Renovation & Add Ons! Kitchen & bathroom remodel, tile, vinyl siding, decking, etc, Call Marvin Thibodaux, Sr. at 985-291-0953. _________________________ Earl’s Yard & Pressure Washing Service., Earl P. Duet, owner. Call 985-691-7570. _________________________ LABOVE PLUMBING Professional Plumbing Service.

Gas, water, sewer. Ask about our payment options.

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Call 985-991-1881. _________________________ Brock’s Car Washing Inside and Out; on site available; prices start at $50. 985258-7645. _________________________ Tony’s Carpentry: Friendly service. Honest trademan. 15 years experience. Need carpentry, painting, pressure washing, call 985-278-7188, ask for Tony.

Blessings. _________________________ Tim Harris Flooring and Installation Services: Carpet, vinyl, laminate, ood, ceramic, custom shoers, painting, carpentry, sheet rock. Purchase floor anywhere, we will install.

Manufacturs warranty floors, not flooring stores. Free estimates.

Call 985-677-0474 or 985-6772526. _________________________ Pressure washing: tomb cleaning and painting. Contact Peter Duet at 985-677-4247 or Charity Billiot at 985-677-0629. _________________________

MLS 123859: This Acadian style home located along Hwy. 308 in Lockport sits amongst gorgeous oak trees on over 2 acres of land. The 3BR, 3ba. home has fabulous crown molding and detail throughout.

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MEMORIALS

In Memory of KATHY M. BRUCE

Sunrise: 10/8/55 Sunset: 9/1/17 Happy Heavenly Birthday Kathy!

We love and miss you, always and forever.

Till we meet again.

Love, Dad, Mom and Family ____________________________

MLS 125318: This is an income producing property, located at 20962 Hwy 1., Golden Meadow. This property has 12 (+/) acres, 21-25 camper spots, 10 mobile home spots, house, trailer, and cabin on lot. Plety on potential to add on to grow! $650,000!

Call Addy Legendre for a showing!

985-691-3873 200 Hwy. 3161 Suite #1, Cut Off 985-325-7107 Since 1916

Violence From 1-A

lence, will feature a ceremonious release of butterflies, and several others speaking out against domestic violence.

The annual event is sponsored by the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office, The Haven, Lafourche Parish District Attorney’s Office, and The P.A.C.T. Place Supervised Visitation and Monitored Exchange Center.

“The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office continues to be strong advocate for victims of domestic violence,” said Sheriff Webre.

“In many cases, the victims of domestic violence feel helpless and feel they are unable to fight back. We want to reassure those victims that we are here fighting for them daily. We encourage everyone to join us on October 24 to remember those who have died as a result of domestic violence and honor the survivors,” continued Webre.

For more information about the vigil, please contact The P.A.C.T. Place at (985) 532-4390.

If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic violence, help is available!

Call the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Police Social Services at (985) 449-4476.

Arrest reports

The following information is based on reports from the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office. Those individuals have been booked with, not convicted of, the offenses shown. All accused should be presumed innocent until proven guilty.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017 Grand Isle Police Department Michael Everett, 47, Grand Isle. Fugitive from JPSO. OCTOBER 1, 2017 Grand Isle Police Department Garcia Barrerea Neowi, 28, Baton Rouge. No DL, improper display of plate, speeding.

OCTOBER 2, 2017 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Donte Adams, 23, Napoleonville. Contempt of court.

Rusty Authement, 29, Montegut. Violation of probation/parole.

Donald Bergeron Jr., 58, Gray. Contempt of court.

Charmaine Cantrelle, 41, Larose.

Violation of probation/parole.

Justin Charles, 39, Raceland. Contempt of court.

Brian Dedeaux, 45, Bourg.

Simple burglary.

Kendyl Dufrene, 30, Raceland. Violation of probation/parole.

Joshua Matherne, 24, Cut Off. Violation of probation/parole.

Joe McGrew, 30, Dekalb, MS. Possession with intent to distribute marijuana; fugitive; possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia.

Michael Templet, 33, Chackbay. Violation of probation/parole.

Dillon Toups, 27, Gheens.

Criminal trespass.

Thibodaux Police Department Dontrell Arcement, 23, Thibodaux. Domestic abuse battery.

Elise Ingram, 33, Thibodaux. Simple battery.

Shannon Jones, 22, Thibodaux. 2nd Degree battery; do-

Trial

From 1-A

Thompkins was convicted of the drug charge despite Landry’s death and is now serving life in prison at the Louisiana State Penitentiary in Angola. He faces another life sentence for the murder conviction.

State District Judge Walter Lanier of Thibodaux scheduled a hearing for Jan. 19 on several requests Thompkins’ lawyer has made.

Along with seeking a new trial, Dulac attorney Wilbert Billiot has asked the judge to disclose the names and addresses of the jurors involved in Thompkins’ case.

Billiot said in court documents that during the trial, officers escorted Thompkins to the restroom.

They ordered everyone to clear the hallway, a security measure taken whenever inmates are moved in and out of the courtroom.

A juror was in the hallway when this happened, Billiot said. He said he wants the jurors’ names and addresses so he can get the juror in question to testify about how the experience may have affected his vote.

Assistant District Attorney Jason Chatagnier prosecuted the case.

Authorities said Thompkins ordered his son, Traveyon Blackledge, and Jerrard Major Sr. to kill Landry.

Blackledge, 22, has already been convicted mestic abuse battery.

Rorielle Ward, 33, Thibodaux. Simple battery.

Ryan Zeringue, 32, Thibodaux. Bicycles-front lamps, rear lamps, side and rear reflectors required between sunset and sunrise.

Grand Isle Police Department Mariano Hernandez, 33, Grand Isle. Expired DL. Speeding. No proof of insurance.

OCTOBER 3, 2017 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Justin Bradberry, 34, Grand Isle. Poss./dist. of drug paraphernalia (Misd). Poss. of heroin (Felony). Tail lamps required. Turning movements and required signals. Operating veh. w/suspended license; other offenses.

Brandon Coler, 28, Thibodaux. Violation of probation/parole.

Andy Domangue, 36, Lockport. Contempt of court.

Simple burglary-motor vehicle.

Fugitive.

Leticia Loupe, 43, Lockport. Aggravated battery w/dangerous weapon (Felony).

Amber Miller, 23, Houma.

Contempt of court (4 CTS).

Brayron Queen, 38, Montegut. Cruelty to juveniles-with force/violence.

Allison Rousse, 40, Galliano. Violation of probation/parole.

Jennifer Workman, 43, Galliano. D.W.I 2nd offense.

OCTOBER 4, 2017 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Melissa Billiot, 49, Grosse Tete. Forgery; theft.

Mel Guidry, 37, Montegut.

Contempt of court.

James Hodges III, 44, Raceland. Contempt of court.

Ashley Hood, 34, Thibodaux. Contempt of court.

Curtis Tucker, 29, Bourg.

Contempt of court.

Chris Wheaton, 51, Raceland. Contempt of court.

Thibodaux Police Department Quline Fleander, 40, Thibodaux. Monetary instrument abuse.

Kevin Johnson, 33, Thibodaux. Domestic abuse battery with child endangerment.

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 The people with whom you have been spending your time have enjoyed your company, Aries. Now you have an opportunity to widen your social horizons even further.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 You have a specific goal in mind and a plan to accomplish it, Taurus.

What you may not have counted on are the little obstacles that tend to pop up. Take them one by one.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 You might get a kick out of beating someone at their own game, Gemini. Just make sure you keep things lighthearted and that others are not slighted by your efforts.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, someone you love is far away and you are trying every way possible to close the distance. An impromptu trip to reconnect may be in order.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, you have been keeping a close watch on all of your behaviors for awhile now. This week you may be ready to let loose a bit and enjoy yourself with friends.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Some exciting news is coming your way, Virgo. Just be patient for a little longer because it will be well worth it to hear what others can’t wait to tell you.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, a busy week means it’s necessary to minimize distractions.

This will help you get to the bottom of a problem much quicker. A time to relax is on the horizon.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Even though you can’t pinpoint it directly, Scorpio, you can tell something is going on that has been kept from you. Someone you thought was a friend may not be.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Don’t fret over trivial issues, Sagittarius. They will work themselves out without much intervention. Focus your energy on larger issues.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 You prefer to do things in the most direct manner possible. However, you may have to take a roundabout route in the next few days to complete a particular project.

of two counts of seconddegree murder. Major, 38, is awaiting trial.

— Staff Writer Bridget Mire can be reached at 4487639 or bridget.mire@dailycomet.com. Follow her on Twitter @bridget_mire.

School

From 1-A

fewer than last year. W.S. Lafargue Elementary was down 38 students and Virtual Academy of Lafourche dropped by 35 since last October.

It’s difficult to pinpoint the exact cause of the enrollment drop because there are so many variables that play into enrollment, Pasqua said, but home schooling and virtual schools could be among factors.

“We also have a number of students who are going into the Louisiana virtual school,” school Superintendent Jo Ann Matthews said.

“Also there are a number of Type 2 charter schools that our students are participating in, and those schools receive our (state) dollars, as well as our local dollars.”

— Staff Writer Holly Duchmann can be reached at 857-2205 or holly.duchmann@houmatoday.com.

Follow her on Twitter @holly_evamarie.

Program From 1-A

Tuozzolo described Louisiana’s CHIP program as “a fundamental element of care for our state’s underserved children,” giving more than 122,000 children insurance coverage through Medicaid.

“Thanks to this program, between 2003 and 2015, our uninsured rate among children dropped from 11.1 per-

cent to 3.8 percent — among the lowest in the nation,” he said.

The U.S. House and Senate each have proposals to continue federal financing for the program, which expired Sept. 30.

The Senate began moving one of those measures Wednesday, facing pressure from states.

The program has broad support and renewed financing is expected to win approval, but it’s unclear how quickly that will happen amid unrelated congressional disputes and disagreement over how to pay for the children’s insurance program.

Louisiana started its CHIP program in 1998.

The program covers children up to age 19 who come from low- to moderate-income families, along with pregnant women from similar income levels until they give birth.

CHIP is financed through states’ Medicaid programs, with the federal government covering most of the cost for the children’s insurance and states paying a portion.

For Louisiana, that means the state has to pay about 3.4 percent of the price tag for the children’s insurance coverage, rather than the nearly 37 percent required to draw down federal funds to pay for some other services offered through the Medicaid program.

If Congress doesn’t reauthorize the children’s insurance program financing, Louisiana would have to start paying the nearly 37 percent cost share to keep the program and its services intact, according to the health department. ___ Follow Melinda Deslatte on Twitter at http://twitter.com/melindadeslatte

Man burglarizes vehicle during church service

Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced the arrest of Andy Domangue (age 36) of Lockport after he burglarized a vehicle during a church service.

At around 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, September 24, deputies responded to St. Hilary of Poitiers Catholic Church in Raceland in reference to a vehicle burglary which apparently occurred during a church service. The victims had left the vehicle unlocked, and several items were stolen.

Through investigation, deputies tracked the stolen items to a store in Terrebonne Parish, and Andy Domangue was developed as a suspect in the burglary. On Monday, October 2, deputies located Domangue, and he was arrested on a warrant for Contempt of Court. At that time, Domangue was questioned in reference to the vehicle burglary, and he admitted to being a willing participant in the crime. He was subsequently charged with Simple Burglary of a Motor Vehicle.

Domangue was booked on the aforementioned charges into the AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Go out sometime this week and enjoy some conversation and fun with friends or coworkers, Aquarius.

Soon enough you may not have much time for social engagements.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 It is easy for you to keep other people’s secrets, Pisces. Work on keeping some of your own concerns closer to the vest.

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Lafourche Parish Detention Center.

He is being held in lieu of $22,500 Andy bond, and Domangue he is also being held for Terrebonne Parish due to an outstanding warrant for theft.

Sunday, October 8, 2017 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

This month at your local library

Local firefighters will be visiting several Lafourche Parish Public Libraries in October to teach young children about fire safety. Firefighters will visit the following library locations: - Children can learn about fire safety when members of the Lockport Volunteer Fire Department visit the Lockport Library at 11 a.m. on October 19.

Members of LPFD#3 will be on hand to teach fire safety and to show children their fire truck and fire-fighting tools at 10:30 a.m. on October 17 at the South Lafourche Library.

- Get an up close view of a fire truck and learn about fire safety when members of the LPFD#3 visit the Larose Branch at 1 p.m. on October 19.

Guest artist Azalea Rivet will lead a free art workshop for adults at 4 p.m. on October 11 at the Raceland Library.

Children and teens ages 8 and up can take part in a book discussion and book giveaway to celebrate Teen Read Week at 4:30 p.m. on October 11 at the Larose Library.

The library will provide popular titles at the end of the book discussion, while supplies last.

Teens can celebrate Teen Read Week with a special Live Action Maker Lab at 4 p.m. on October 12 at the Raceland Branch.

Gather materials, construct tools, and play the game.

Children can paint their own pumpkin to take home at 4:30 p.m. on October 19 at the Golden Meadow Library.

Supplies are limited, so registration is required to attend.

Children and teens can paint pumpkins to enhance their Halloween

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décor at 4:30 p.m. on October 19 at the South Lafourche Library. Supplies are limited, so sign up at the library.

Bring the family to the Gheens Library for an evening of Halloween festivities at 4 p.m. on October 24.

Make a Halloweenthemed craft and enjoy refreshments. Costumes are welcome, but not required.

Children and teens can paint their own pumpkins to take home at 5 p.m. on October 24 at the Larose Branch.

Supplies are limited, so registration is required.

Children can wear their Halloween finest for a chance at winning the South Lafourche Library’s children’s costume contest, while trick or treating in the library at 5:30 p.m. on October 24.

Guest artist Azalea Rivet will lead a free children’s art class at 4 p.m. on October 25 at the Raceland Branch.

Stop by for the South Lafourche Library’s annual Monster Mash Halloween celebration from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on October 25 at the library.

There will be games and door prizes for children and food, while supplies last.

Children and teens can get a jump on celebrating International Games Week with a lively, but friendly Super Smash Bros. tournament, beginning at 1 p.m. on October 28 at the South Lafourche Branch.

Celebrate International Games Week and Halloween with some family-friendly games at the Lockport Library beginning at 4:30 p.m. on October 31.

There will be several games and puzzles to choose from, and light Halloween-themed refreshments will be served. Space is limited, so registration is required.

As states go, we’re museumworTHy.

Plan your visit at LouisianaStateMuseum.org Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame & Northwest Louisiana History Museum

©2017 Louisiana Department of Culture, Recreation & Tourism

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Sunday, October 8, 2017 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

What a Life!

By: Rev. Wilmer L. Todd Be focused on where you are going in this life and the next

Sometimes we have to look at growing old from a humorous side.

The following-edited article is called, “Just Thinking.”

Lying around, pondering the problems of the world, I realized that at my age, I don’t care about many things. For example, if walking is good for your health, the mail person would be immortal.

A whale swims all day, only eats fish, and drinks water, but is still fat. A rabbit runs, and hops, and only lives 15 years, while a tortoise doesn’t run, and doesn’t do very much yet it lives for 150 years. And they tell us to exercise? I don’t think so.

Now that I’m older, here is what I’ve discovered: (1) I started out with nothing, and I still have most of it.

(2) I mostly enjoy my wild oats with prunes and all-bran.

(3) I don’t remember being absent-minded.

(4) I don’t remember being absent-minded.

(5) Getting older was easier, than getting wiser.

(6) Some days you’re the top dog, some days you’re the hydrant.

(7) Kids in the back seat cause accidents.

(8) Accidents in the back seat cause kids.

(9) It is hard to make a comeback when you have not been anywhere.

(10) The world only beats a path to your door when you are in the bathroom.

(11) When I’m finally holding all the right cards, everyone wants to play chess.

(12) Meeting expenses is not hard.

They’re everywhere.

(13) The only difference between a rut and a grave is the depth.

(14) These days, I spend a lot of time thinking about the hereafter. I go somewhere to get something, and then wonder what I am “here after.”

(15) It is a lot better to be seen than viewed.

My mother died this past April and many people expressed their sympathies to me and my family in many ways but especially through cards. One card had the following meditation entitled “The Consolidation of Eternal Life.” I have used this at funerals and people have asked me for a copy of this reflection.

“A great many people believe that our eternal life will begin at the time of our death. In reality our eternal life with God began on the day of our Baptism, the day we became children of God. As adopted members of God’s family, we become heirs of Heaven; as our heritage, God shares his very life with us – life that is eternal, life that

transcends all time and space.

“When we reflect on this great truth, we can come to realize that those we love who have gone before us, marked with the sign of faith, have not been separated from us. They are really much closer to us because they now live in the fullness of God’s love, a love that embraces each of us, whether here on earth or in the heavenly kingdom. It is in this divine love that we are truly united, not only to God, but to each other.

“At a time of mourning, we often feel that we are distant from those we love. Actually, they are united with us now more than ever before.

No more do they know the restraints of the human condition. Now

they can love us with a deeper love, a fuller love, a love that God’s own love has enriched. No, death does not separate us from those we love. It deepens our union with God and with each other.”

We no longer live in a three-story universe: heaven, earth and hell.

Heaven is being with God and God is everywhere. Although we cannot see them, our loved ones are with us and they are pulling for us.

They want us to be where they are. Don’t disappoint them. Be focused on where you are going in this life and the next.

If we have not included your church, or you would like to be a part of the Worship Directory, please call the Lafourche Gazette at 693-7229.

ASSEMBLY OF GOD

Charis Church

314 East 74th St. - Cut Off

Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

Pastor Audie Crochet (504) 952-6603

South Lafourche Assembly of God 17618 West Main - Galliano - 632-2109 Sunday Morning Service 10 a.m.

Children’s Church 10:00 a.m.

Wednesday Night Service - 6:30 p.m.

Guest Speaker Dr. Mark Duplantis Pastor Roger Hunt

First Assembly of God of Raceland Hwy. 1 & St. Ann Street - Raceland

Sunday School 9:00 a.m.

Children’s Church 10:00 a.m.

Worship Service 10:00 a.m.

Sunday Evening Worship Service 5:00 p.m.

Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m.

452 St. Patrick Street - Raceland

Sunday School 2 p.m., Sunday Worship 3 p.m.

Prayer Service/Bible Class-Thurs., 6 p.m.

Testimony/Prayer & Praise, 3rd Sunday, 3 p.m.

Communion, 4th Sunday, 3 p.m.

Reverend Charles Hawkins Sr., Pastor

CATHOLIC

Our Lady of Prompt Succor 723 North Bayou Drive Golden Meadow

Saturday Mass 5:00 p.m.

Sunday Mass 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m.

Reverend Henry Sebastian, Pastor

Our Lady of the Isle

195 Ludwig Lane - Grand Isle

Saturday Vigil Mass 5:00 p.m.

Sunday Mass 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.

Monday thru Thursday, 8 a.m.

Winter Schedule: Sun. 10 a.m. (Nov. - Feb.) Fr. Carlos Talavera, Pastor

Our Lady of the Rosary

12911 E. Main - Larose - 985-693-3433

187 Oakridge Dr. - Golden Meadow

Saturday Vigil 4:00 p.m.

Sunday Masses 7:00, 10:00 and 5:30 Weekday Mass Monday thru Friday, 7:30 a.m.

Adoration Chapel open all day, everyday Rev. Ronilo Villamor, Pastor www.ourladyoftherosarychurch.org

First Baptist Church of Grand Isle

Saturday Mass 4:00 p.m., Central Std. Time Saturday Mass 5:00 p.m., Daylight Savings Tm Sunday Mass 7:00, 9:00 and 11:00 a.m.

Weekday Mass: W.-Th.-F., 8:30 a.m.

Tuesdays: 6:00 p.m.

Fr. Gregory Fratt

BAPTIST

First Baptist Church

Sunday School 9:15 a.m.

Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Evening Bible Study 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday Prayers 6:30 p.m.

Pastor Matthew W. Chouest, Sr. www.fbcgoldenmeadow.com

129 Cedar Ln. - Grand Isle - 985-787-3410 Sunday Worship: 10:00 a.m.

Wednesday Bible Study: 6:00 p.m. (All Ages) Pastor Nathan Stanford www.fbcgrandisle.com

First Baptist Church of Larose 105 W. 16th Street - Larose

Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Worship Service 10:45 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday Evening Bible Study 6:00 p.m.

Gary Hanberry, Pastor Res: 693-4891 - Church: 693-3258

New Mt. Zion Baptist Church 13841 East Main - Larose

Worship Service 7:00 a.m.

Sunday School 9:00 a.m.

Prayer Service/Bible Class Wednesday 6:30 Lord’s Supper: First Sunday 7:00 a.m.

Prayer Breakfast: Sat. before 1st Sun., 8 a.m.

Speaking Meeting: Thurs. before 1st Sun. 7 a.m.

Reverend Nolan Smith, Pastor

First Baptist Church 5545 Hwy. 1 - Lockport

Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship 10:45 a.m.

Wednesday Evening Worship 6:30 p.m.

Pastor Dr. Mark Tolbert

Greater New Fountain Baptist Church

233 E. 12th St. - Lockport

Sunday Worship Service 11:00 a.m.

Sunday School 10:00 a.m.

Lord’s Supper Service: 2nd Sunday, 11:00 a.m.

Prayer Breakfast: 2nd Saturday, 8:00 a.m.

Bible Class Thursday 7:00 p.m.

Isrealite Baptist Church Hwy. 308 - Valentine

Worship Service 7:00 a.m.

Lord’s Supper, Second Sunday, 7:00 a.m.

Reverend K.W. Jackson, Pastor

South Lafourche Baptist Church 17077 East Main - Cut Off

Sunday Bible Study 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday Church 6:30 p.m.

Pastor Jim Duck, Church: 632-4119

Trinity Baptist Church

195 Johnny Dufrene Drive - Mathews Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday Service 6:30 p.m.

Michael Davis, Pastor - 985-278-9852

Crosspoint Church

16640 West Main St., Cut Off (Near South Lafourche Bridge-LA Hwy. 1) Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

Thursday Midweek: 6:00 p.m. (All Ages) Pastor Chad Mack www.bayoucrosspoint.org (985-632-0810)

St. Mathews Missionary Baptist Church Hwy. 308 - Mathews

Shelter dogs comforting each other after having been passed up for adoption.

"Next time!"

Hoping time doesn't run out.

Make a difference.

Call Lafourche Parish Animal Shelter @ 446-3532 today!

The animals count on you!

New Sunlight Baptist Church

Sunday Worship Service 7:30 a.m.

Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Services Prayer Service & Bible Study Thurs., 6-7 p.m.

Speaking Meeting/Testimony 2nd Sun. 7:30 p.m.

Lord’s Supper Every 3rd Sunday Reverend Roland J. Bradley, Sr.

Gulf Coast Baptist Church 18242 W. Main - Galliano

Sunday Worship Service 11:00 a.m. & 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday Worship 6:30 p.m.

Pastor Shane Terrebonne (985) 258-0988

Bethel Baptist Church

122 Matherne St. - Grand Bois Sunday School 10:00 a.m.

Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m.

Wed. Night Bible Study 7:00 p.m.

Pastor Jimmy Autin

Sacred Heart Catholic Church 15300 West Main - Cut Off

Holy Savior Church

612 Main Street - Lockport

Saturday Mass 4:00 p.m.

Sunday Masses 7:00 and 10:00 a.m.

St. Anthony Church

333Twin Oaks Dr. - Raceland

Sat. Mass 6:00 p.m. - Sun. Mass 9:00 a.m.

Wednesday 5:30 p.m.

Rev. P.J. Madden www.stanthonygheens.parishesonline.com

St. Hilary of Poitiers

333 Twin Oaks Drive - Raceland

Saturday Mass 4:00 p.m.

Sunday Mass 7:00, 9:00 and11:00 a.m.

Weekday Mass: Mon., Tues., Thurs., 5:00 p.m.

Wednesday 10:00 a.m. Nursing Home Friday Mass 7:00 a.m.

Rev. P.J. Madden www.sthilaryraceland.parishesonline.com

St. Joseph Catholic Church 17980 West Main - Galliano

Saturday Mass 4:00 p.m.

Sunday Mass 7:00 and 10:00 a.m.

Weekday Mass: M. - W. - Th. - Fri. 7:00 a.m.

Tuesday 6:00 p.m.

CHURCH OF CHRIST

Larose Church of Christ 13379 East Main - Larose

Sunday Worship Service 9:30 a.m.

Bible Class 10:30 a.m.

Evening Services 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday Bible Class 6:00 p.m.

FULL GOSPEL

Lighthouse Worship Center 18082 Hwy. 3235 - Galliano

Sunday Schedule: 9:59 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday Christian Education: 7:00 p.m.

Eno Dantin, Pastor Personas de habla hispana Bienvenidos

Mathews Full Gospel Temple Hwy. 1 Bayouside, Mathews

Sunday Morning Service: 11:30 a.m.

Full Gospel Temple #2

Hwy. 1, 124 Walter Ln., Golden Meadow Sunday Evening Service: 6:30 p.m.

Thursday Evening Service: 7 p.m.

Open Door Revival Center

16164 W. Main St. - Cut Off. - 325-2456 Sunday Services 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.

Thursday Night Service 7 p.m.

Senior Pastor: Monty Duke Church Pastor: Darren Felarise Spanish Pastor: Marcos Ferriera

INTER-DENOMINATIONAL

Community Bible Church 14757 East Main - Cut Off

Sunday Worship Service: 8 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.

Senior Pastor Dr. Bill Jemison III Pastor of Discipleship Robert Durbin Youth Pastor Robert Schwertz Jordy Rousse, Pastor of Worship & Young Adult Ministry Phone: (985) 632-3077 www.communitybiblecutoff.com

Christian Family Center 11819 East Main - Galliano

Sunday Services 10:45 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.

Wednesdays 7:00 p.m.

Pastor Morris Hunter, Jr.

Community Fellowship

901 Barataria Street - Lockport Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.

Thursdays 7:00 p.m.

Reverend Carlos Nieves (504) 532-2992

The Holy Rosary Catholic School administration announces the newly selected Living Apostles.

Each month teachers and staff are encouraged to submit names of students who exemplify outstanding Christian values throughout their everyday lives.

The boy and girl named as LIVING APOSTLES for the month of August are 7th grader Landon Lerille, son of Kellie Dufrene, and 4th grader Melody Johnston, daughter of Maggie Melancon.

Each LIVING APOSTLE is given a crucifix cross to wear throughout the school year as a visual symbol of their dedication to Jesus Christ.

These students’ values of respect, charity, responsibility, love and kindness are reflected within their lives. Additionally, HRCS Living Apostles are role models for their peers at HRCS.

This Worship Directory is made possible by these civic-minded businesses and individuals.

Please remember to thank them for their support.

Call 693-7229 to reserve your spot on the Worship Directory.

Christian Fellowship Church 13581 East Main - Larose

Sunday Worship: 9:30 a.m.

Children’s Ministry, Spanish Translation Available, and Nursery Provided Wednesday, 7:00 p.m.

Discipleship Classes, Youth Ministry, Royal Rangers and Missionettes Scott Cheramie, Senior Pastor www.welcometocfc.com - online sermons

Victory Life Church

1200 Crescent Avenue - Lockport

Services: Sun. 10:00 a.m. and Wed. 7:00 p.m.

Children’s Ministry and Nursery Provided Youth Service: Wednesday 7:00 p.m.

Senior Pastor Danny Knight - 532-6561

Iglesia Evanbelica Christiana Espiritual

13298 East Main - Larose

Tuesday Bible Study 7:30 p.m.

Thursday Prayer Service 7:30 p.m.

Sunday Morning Sunday School 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship Service 6:00 p.m.

PRESBYTERIAN

Gheens Presbyterian Church Sunday Services 8:00 a.m.

Wednesday bible Study 6:00 p.m.

Doctor John Spaulding, Pastor

Crosby Boat Co., Inc. Keep Your Soul In Tow - Go To Church!

632-7575

GIS

GRAND ISLE SHIPYARD OILFIELD CONTRACTORS

We aid in the supply of a natural resource to our world - oil.

The Church aids in the supply of a vital resource to our world - God. Attend the church of your choice this week!

B & J Martin, Inc. Utility Boats Martin Quarters (985) 632-2727

JEHOVAH’S WITNESS

Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses

108 East 90th Street - Galliano

UNITED METHODIST

Golden Meadow United Methodist Church

18803 East Main - Golden Meadow Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.

Chris Thomas, Pastor

Memorial United Methodist

201 Central Lafourche Dr. - Mathews

Sunday School & Adult Bible Class, 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship 8:30 a.m.

Communion First Sunday at 8:30 a.m. www.mathewsmethodist.org

PENTECOSTAL

New Beginning Pentecostal 13051 East Main Street - Larose

Sunday Service 5:30 p.m.

Ladies Prayer: Tuesdays, 11 a.m., All Welcome Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m.

Pastor Ronnie Melancon

Hwy. 1 • Lockport • 532-6015 1917 So. Bayou Dr. • Golden Meadow • 475-7131 13086 Hwy. 3235 • Larose • 693-7188

Falgout Funeral Homes, Inc. Caring You Can Count On! Four locations to better serve the Bayou Region!

3838 Hwy. 1, Raceland • 537-5261 600 Church St., Lockport • 532-2317 Hwy. 1, Galliano • 632-6112 211 Westside Blvd., Houma • 876-5442

First United Pentecostal

Central Lafourche Drive - Mathews Sunday School 10:00 a.m.

Sunday Service 6:30 p.m.

Thursday 7:30 p.m.

NON-DENOMINATIONAL

Lighthouse Christian Fellowship 115 E. Central Avenue - Grand Isle Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.

504-915-5019

Bethel Christian Ministries 107 East 123rd Street - Galliano Sunday School 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m.

Wednesday 7:00 p.m.

Reverend Nathan Hayes

LA Carriers • 632-5858 752 Industrial Park Rd. • Larose, LA 70373

THERIOT, DUET & THERIOT, INC. Serving Lafourche Since 1957

Insurance Agents

• Marine • Life • Auto • Fire • Casualty • Notary Public 144 N. 1st St. • Golden Meadow Phone: 475-5126 • FAX: 475-7276

The Crossway Ministry, Lafourche

18190 West Main St., Galliano

Sunday Worship Service, 10:00 a.m.

Sunday Night Service, 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday Worship Service, 7:00 p.m. crosswaystudies@gmail.com

House of Prayer

15392 Hwy. 3235 - Cut Off (Across from Golden Motors

Bible-based Sermons Saturdays 3 p.m. - Wednesdays 7 p.m.

985-278-0122 (All religions welcome)

LUTHERAN

Grace Lutheran Church 422 Valhi Blvd. - Houma

(Only Lutheran Church between Grand Isle and Kenner) Rev. Richard Rudnik Sunday Service 9:00 a.m.

Sunday School for all ages 10:45 a.m.

Saturday Worship, Thibodaux, 5 p.m. - in the sanctuary at St. John’s Episcopal Church, 718 Jackson St. FMI Call Rev. Rudnik 879-1865

MORMON

Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints East 57th St.

Bible Study: Tuesdays 7:00 p.m.

English Elders: 985-360-7501 Spanish Elders: 985-791-6561 www.mormon.org

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Windshield Chips Repaired • Commercial • Marine • Residential

Hwy. 308 • E. 73rd St. Galliano • 632-6571

SPANISH

Iglesia Adventista del 7MO Dia:

504 Seventh St. - Lockport

Ptr. Raul Rivero - Phone: (757) 894-5873 Cultos miercoles y viernes 7 p.m.

Sabado 9:30 a.m.

Sociedad de Jovenes Sabado de Tarde

Mision Bautista Hispana Larose 105 W. 16th St. - Larose

Servicios Viernes - 7:30 p.m.

Domingo Escuela Dominical - 9:30 a.m.

11:30 a.m.m Servicio De Adoracion Pastor Juan Morales - 504-468-1300