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Data shows impact of skyrocketing drug prices on Louisianans
BATON ROUGE, La. — AARP Louisiana this week released new state data and an infographic illustrating the impact of high prescription drug W for Louisiana resprices idents, specifically those living with cancer, prediabetes or diabetes, and heart disease. AARP unveiled the infographic at the National Academy for State Health Policy (NASHP) annual conference as part of AARP’s nationwide Stop Rx Greed campaign to lower drug prices for all Americans. “While prescription drug prices continue skyrocketing, Americans are being forced to choose between filling life-saving medications or paying rent and buying food,” said AARP State Director Denise Bottcher. “So far in 2019, 29 states have passed 46 new laws to rein in drug prices. It’s critical that state and federal lawmakers continue this momentum to stop Rx greed.”
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Lockport rejects latest budget proposal
The town’s budget is about $885,000 finance committee, comprised of two per year. For years, the town has pulled council members, the mayor and town about $60,000 a year out of its reserves to clerk. The committee comes at the advice Lockport is going back to the drawing supplement its tax revenue. of a state legislative auditor who has disboard to come up with a budget for the Reinhardt has sought to stop the cussed the issue with Reinhardt and some fiscal year that’s already underway. town from pulling from its reserves. The of the council members. Mayor Ed Reinhardt pulled his latest council has largely agreed with him, but See Lockport Page 3-A budget proposal at Tuesday Y night’s town wants to take a longer look before instatmeeting after the council still had linger- ing serious cuts. ing concerns over some of the proposed “We’re not going to get it done in one cuts. t year,” Councilman Stephen Baudoin said, The town’s budget year began July 1. adding that the town also needs to generWithout an approved budget, the •town ate more revenue. V S MATHEWS GHEENS • LOCKPORT • VALENTINE • LAROSE can only operate on 50 percent of last The town’s main source income is C • GALLIANO • GOLDEN MEADOW • ofLEEVILLE • GRAND ISLE year’s budget. through sales tax. One percent is asThis was the fourth budget proposal sessed for the general fund, 0.3 percent is of the year from Reinhardt. The others dedicated to police and 0.7 percent is dedwere rejected by the council. icated to the sewer system. Council members said they were frusMany members said the two-hour distrated that they could not review the pro- cussion was productive and answered posed budget and ask questions before it many of their questions over the budget, was published and called to a public but were still wary of approving it. hearing. Some suggested the council re-form a By Julia Arenstam Daily Comet Staff Writer
Candidates split on constitutional convention idea By MELINDA DESLATTE Associated Press
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MEETINGS MONDAY, AUG. 26
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According to their recent newsletter, the North Lafourche Levee District completed the Valentine Return Structure, a critical component of the Lockport to Larose Valentine Return Levee Project in October. The return levee is now being constructed from Bayou L’Bleu to LA Hwy. 1, intersecting at the five foot contour line along Bayou Lafourche. This return levee will eventually intersect with the Lockport to Larose Hurricane Protection Levee providing additional flood controls within the system.
Grower: 5,000 in Louisiana medical marijuana program so far By MELINDA DESLATTE Associated Press
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Two weeks after Louisiana patients began receiving medical marijuana, the program is humming along without supply disruption and with thousands of people receiving the drug for medical use, regulatory officials and the head of one growing operation said Monday. John Davis, president of GB Sciences Louisiana, one of two state-sanctioned medical marijuana growers, said Louisiana has about 5,000 cannabis patients so far. Louisiana became the first Deep South state to dispense medical mari-
juana on Aug. 6, four years after state lawmakers agreed to give patients access to medicinal-grade pot. Nine medical marijuana pharmacies have been permitted to dispense the products, with the first cannabis available in a flavored liquid tincture, a bottle containing a dropper to use. “The feedback that we’re getting from patients is really overwhelming, with patients who were having epileptic seizures of 18 a day now down to two,” Davis told a panel of state regulators who meet regularly to update the public on the medical marijuana program. Concerns that patients could face interruptions in supply since only one of the state’s two growers has a product in pharmacies haven’t panned out in the early days of the program. “It appears the supply chain is working perfectly, or as well as it can be,” Davis said. “We’re able to satisfy the demands that are out there.” Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain, whose department oversees the medical marijuana program, urged: “We don’t want to run out” now that people are taking the drug to ease pain and other medical conditions. See Growers Page 3-A
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BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — While efforts to rewrite Louisiana’s constitution stalled with state lawmakers, advocates for a constitutional convention are trying to make new inroads for the movement, seeing opportunity with legislative term limits and statewide elections this fall. The push may face an important roadblock, however. Two of the three major candidates for governor, Democratic incumbent John Bel Edwards and Republican U.S. Rep. Ralph Abraham, are lukewarm at best to the idea. Only Republican contender Eddie Rispone is a full-throated backer of a constitutional convention. And such a large effort likely would need a governor’s support to get off the ground. The conservative Pelican Institute for Public Policy hosted an event Tuesday seeking to bolster arguments for a constitutional rewrite. The House rejected proposals starting a process for a constitutional convention in 2017 and 2018. See Candidates Page 3-A
Volunteers needed for Elmer’s Island beach cleanup
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries, in partnership with Barataria-Terrebonne National Estuary Program, Nicholls State University and the Grand Isle Music Fest, are asking for volunteers for their upcoming beach cleanup at Elmer’s Island on Saturday, September 21. The event, beginning at 10 a.m. until 1 p.m., is being held in coordiSee Volunteers Page 3-A
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Calendar of Events News to Use! HRCS to have drive thru dinner
Holy Rosary Catholic School will have a Drivethru Roast Beef Dinner on August 29, 2019 from 4:30 to 6 p. m. Tickets are $8 per plate and will consist of roast beef with fixings, bread and chips. To purchase tickets please contact the school office at 985-6933342. __________________
Bayou Council offering Parent Education Classes
The Bayou Council Behavioral Health Services, Inc. will be offering Parent Education Presentations on Wednesdays at the Terrebonne Parish DA Office, 118 Armour Dr., Houma and Thursdays at the Bayou Council Office, 504 St. Louis St., Thibodaux from 10:00 a.m.12:00 p.m. throughout the months of September and October. Parents must attend all five (5) sessions in order to be completed. Contact the Bayou Council at 985-446-0643 for more information.
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The Lafourche Parish Office of Community Action has released their 3-month commodity distribution dates for 2019. Dates include: - Galliano area on October 17, contact Nanette Lazard at 6323989. - Raceland area on August 29 and November 14, contact Stephanie Washington at 537-7603. _________________
Lockport KC selling plate lunches Sunday
The Lockport KC’s are have a dinner on Sunday, August 25 at their home on Seventh Street from 11 a.m. till 1 p.m . The meal will consist of bake chicken, rice dressing, green beans, salad and bread for an $8 donation. Dine in or take it to go. Desserts and drinks will also be available. __________________
SL Quarterback Club to meet every Monday at SLHS
The South Lafourche Quarterback Club will meet on every Monday starting August 26 at 6:30 p.m. in the South Lafourche High School Cafeteria. Please come out and join the discussion of Tarpon Football. A meal will be provided.
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LPSO schedules RAD course in Sept.
The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office will host a Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) course on September 9, 10, and 11, at the LPSO Range Facility, located at 3451 Highway 182 in Raceland. This self-defense course is designed exclusively for women and will take place over the course of all three days. The class will begin at 6 p.m. and end around 9 p.m. each day. Participants must attend all three days. The cost of the course is $10 to cover the cost of course materials. Class size is limited, and advance registration is required. Register online at: www.LPSO.net/RADsignup. Please send nonrefundable payment by mail, along with your name, address, and phone number to Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office, Attn: Captain Lafate Day, 1300 Lynn Street, Thibodaux, LA 70301. Make checks payable to the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office. The deadline to register for the class is Friday, September 6, at 11 a.m. For more information, contact Captain Lafate Day at (985) 4494485 or by email at lafate-day@lpso.net.
New EPA rule could wreck your engine this summer By Drew Johnson Guest Columnist
The Environmental Protection Agency just approved the year-round sale of E15, a gasoline blend comprised of 15 percent ethanol. Until now, the agency had banned the mixture during summer months, since high-ethanol blends react with hot air to form smog. Most cars can’t handle this high-ethanol gasoline. So, by pushing more E15 into the fuel supply, the EPA could wreck vehicle engines and put drivers on the hook for costly repairs. Let’s hope officials reverse their decision before it’s too late. The average vehicle is more than a decade old. High-ethanol fuels can damage these oldermodel cars and trucks. Nearly three in four vehicles aren’t compatible with E15. Consider some of the most popular cars. General Motors models older than 2012 can’t use E15. Neither can a number of pre-2013 Ford models. And Toyota and Honda cars must be 2014 models or newer to safely run on the blend. In fact, any driver who pumps E15 into a car made before 2012 is likely wreaking havoc on his engine. That means
costly trips to the mechanic. E15 isn’t just bad for engines — it can physically endanger gas station workers and drivers. The EPA recently found that sealants on infrastructure at gas stations built before 2007 cannot safely store high-ethanol fuel. The EPA’s decision will also inflate the cost of a fill-up. Refiners get credits for blending renewable fuel into their gasoline, and must report these credits to the EPA. The new E15 rule would make this reporting more regular and cumbersome, raising the cost of compliance. These higher costs will eventually be passed on to drivers. The EPA’s decision is particularly galling because there’s no compelling reason to blend more ethanol into our gasoline. The E15 rule is designed to prop up the Renewable Fuel Standard, a program that requires refiners to blend a preset amount of biofuels, like ethanol, into gasoline each year. When the Renewable Fuel Standard program was created in 2005, the United States was heavily dependent on foreign oil imports. Reducing those imports was a bi-
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partisan goal — and increased reliance on biofuels was seen as a national security imperative. But today, we’re in the middle of an energy renaissance thanks to technological advancements like fracking and horizontal drilling. The United States recently leapfrogged Saudi Arabia and Russia to become the world’s top oil producer. In other words, we already accomplished our energy independence goals without scaling up our reliance on ethanol. When they created the Renewable Fuel Standard, lawmakers also hoped it would reduce greenhouse gas emissions. But the proliferation of corn-based ethanol — which is much cheaper to produce but less environmentally friendly than more advanced biofuels — has interfered with that goal. Turning corn into ethanol requires fossil fuel-intensive products like fertilizer. “Of the 13 experts we interviewed, 10 generally agreed that the RFS has likely had a limited effect, if any, on greenhouse gas emissions to date,” states a recent Government Accountability Office Report. Luckily, lawmakers from both parties recently introduced legislation to keep ethanol mixes at 10 percent or less, which would help protect consumers’ engines and wallets. Let’s hope the EPA follows their lead and nixes its rule.
Drew Johnson is a Senior Fellow at the National Center for Public Policy Research. This piece originally ran in the Houston Chronicle.
Ochsner St. Anne Hospital announces the recent birth of Ila Simone Harris, daughter of Renee Guillory and Ardon Harris of Galliano, born on July 15th.
ALASKA Pre-K children at North Larose Elementary, South Larose Elementary, Cut Off Elementary, Galliano Elementary, and Golden Meadow Lower Elementary will once again receive books throughout the 2019-20 school year through the collaborative efforts of the Golden Meadow Lions Club, Fore! Kids Foundation and Golden Meadow Volunteers for Family and Community. Receiving the books from Louise Adams, VFC Literacy Chairman (far left) and Harold Adams, GM Lions Club member (far right) for students at Cut Off Elementary are Kristine Collins, principal, Rachel Guidry, pre-k teacher, and Vicki Dorr, pre-k teacher.
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The latest proposed budget included cutting $43,000 from the police department. While it’s up to the police chief to decide how to allocate that money, after salaries, rent, vehicles and other mandatory costs were cut out, Councilman Wayne Bourgeois said the department’s operating budget would be reduced to about $69,000. “I don’t see how they can operate on this,” he said. While the police department was facing cuts, the mayor wanted to add one part-time worker to the maintenance and public works staff and raise one administrative employee from a part-time position to a full-time position. Reinhardt said he’s cut administrative costs for years. “I balanced it the best I could,” Reinhardt said. Shortly before the discussion ended, the mayor said he’d be willing to have an auditor from the state come in to set the town budget as an independent third party.
— Daily Comet Staff Writer Julia Arenstam can be reached at 448-7636 or julia.arenstam @houmatoday.com. Follow her on Twitter at @JuliaArenstam.
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In 2016, 32% of Louisianans stopped taking a prescription drug as prescribed due to cost, as shown in the infographic. The infographic also highlights recent price increases for select prescription drugs commonly used to treat cancer, diabetes, and heart disease. Between 2012 and 2017, the retail price of: · Revlimid, used to treat cancer, increased from $147,413 per year to $247,496 per year. In Louisiana, 393,707 people are living with cancer. · Lantus, a form of insulin used to treat diabetes, increased from $2,907 per year to $4,702 per year. There are 544,626 people with pre-diabetes or diabetes in Louisiana. · Aggrenox, a heart disease medication, increased from $3,030 per year to $5,930 per year.
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nation with the Ocean Conservancy’s International Coastal Cleanup Day during National Estuaries Week. During the cleanup, volunteers will remove, categorize and weigh trash and debris from approximately 2.5 miles of shoreline on Elmer’s Island. Elmer’s Island, owned and maintained by the state of Louisiana, is a 1,145-acre tract of marsh and beachfront located on the southwestern tip of Jefferson Parish, directly across Caminada Pass from Grand Isle. The area is historically known for its excellent fishing opportunities and public beach access that families and anglers alike enjoy. All data collected will be sent to the Ocean Conservancy to be included in the 2019 International Coastal Cleanup database and report to be released in 2020. The data will provide insight into ways to reduce the enormous and continually growing problem of shoreline pollution and plastics in our waterways. Volunteers must provide their own transportation to the event site, and motorists should be advised if using LA Hwy. 1 south they will encounter a toll bridge ($3.75 for average vehicle) during the commute. Data sheets and clipboards, garbage bags (if needed) and a light lunch will be provided. Water will also be supplied, but participants are asked to bring refillable water bottles to reduce trash. Participants are encouraged to wear closed toe shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses and hat. To reduce additional waste, volunteers are also urged to bring their own container or bucket to collect debris. Interested volunteers are asked to preregister online at
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Free hunter education field day slated for Aug. 28
The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office will host a FREE Hunter Education Field Day on Wednesday, August 28 for anyone age 10 or older who has completed the home study course. The class will take place from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the LPSO Shooting Range located at 3451 Hwy. 182 in Raceland. For more information, or for assistance with online registration, call the LPSO Training Academy at (985) 3874480 weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., or email Lieutenant Nolan Smith at nolan-smith@lpso.net.
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Still, supporters of a rewrite say too many rules that control government spending and tax policy are locked into the constitution, limiting lawmakers’ ability to respond to financial problems or determine spending priorities. About 30 funds — including those for education, transportation and coastal restoration — are created and protected in Louisiana’s constitution, said Beverly Moore Haydel, a consultant who worked for former Gov. Bobby Jindal. “That is wildly out of line with what other states do,” Haydel said during the Pelican Institute event. Louisiana’s current constitution, adopted in 1974, has been amended nearly 200 times. Items are locked into the constitution to make them more difficult to undo. Removing something takes the same vote as adding them: two-thirds from the House and Senate and support from voters in an election. Government watchdog group the Public Affairs Research Council has argued for years that a constitution should be a broad governing document outlining a state’s priorities and principles, not cluttered with minutiae better left to state law. Robert Travis Scott, the council’s leader, said many items in the constitution were decided decades ago. “Are our priorities different now? Are our values different now?” he asked. Among the many disagreements about a constitutional convention are competing visions about the scale, its participants and its goals. Critics worry about the delegate-selection
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process and the influence of special-interest groups. They question whether the state could limit a constitutional convention purely to finances. Associations representing school boards, municipal government bodies and other groups with protected dollars in the existing document have registered objections. When Edwards and Abraham spoke to Louisiana’s sheriffs earlier this month, both the governor and his challenger on the Oct. 12 ballot showed little interest in a convention. “A constitutional convention is not, in my view, necessary,” said Edwards, who is seeking a second term in office. “I don’t have a burning desire to do it (and) would not support the effort if it couldn’t be a limited constitutional convention and there’s a difference of opinion among the legal scholars as to whether that’s possible.” Abraham said Louisiana has structural budget and tax problems, but he didn’t embrace a constitutional convention as the remedy. “There are a lot of ways to fix the problem, not necessarily with a constitutional convention,” he said. Only Rispone, a Baton Rouge businessman running for governor, wholeheartedly endorses the convention “to address structural changes in our constitution so we can be competitive when it comes to taxes, we can be competitive when it comes to education, we can take the shackles off our local government.” A high hurdle is required to start the process to call a convention, requiring support from two-thirds of lawmakers in each chamber. ___
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Louisiana is one of more than 30 other states that allow medical marijuana in some form. Under the 2015 law and additional changes passed since then, Louisiana is allowing medical marijuana to treat a long list of diseases and disorders, such as cancer, seizure disorders, epilepsy, glaucoma, post-traumatic stress disorder and Parkinson’s disease. Only the agricultural centers at Louisiana State University and Southern University are authorized to grow medical marijuana. GB Sciences is LSU’s grower. Southern’s grower, Ilera Holistic Healthcare, estimates its first product could be available by fall at the earliest. Marijuana can be available in oils, pills, liquids, topical applications and an inhaler, such as that used by asthma patients — but not in a smokeable form. GB Sciences currently offers only the liquid tinctures, in three different concentrations. Strain said 4,700 doses of therapeutic cannabis were in the first batch of mint-flavored tinctures. The second batch contains 4,300 doses in cherryflavored product, he said. Davis has said he expects to have dissolving strips taken by mouth available soon, followed by topical creams. ___ Follow Melinda Deslatte on Twitter at http://twitter.com/melindadeslatte
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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. _________________________ 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 _________________________ A C Marine, Inc. is currently accepting applications for 100 Ton Inland Captain. Benefits offered; must have towing endorsement, TWIC card and be able to pass a drug screen. FMI call 985-637-2482. _________________________ SBL Construction is hiring a CDL Drivers, Routabouts, Dozer Operators. Must be able to pass drug screen/ physical, be reliable and have own transportation to work. FMI call 985-665-1220. _________________________ Help Wanted: Accepting resume’s for Hygeniest. Please submit resume to, rhondalorrainedds@gmail.com or complete an application in our office, Monday – Thursday at 14666 West Main St., Cut Off. _________________________ Tank Specialties is seeking full time truck drivers. Excellent starting pay: CDL X endorsement, vacuum, winch and roll off experience preferred, have at least 3 years of verifiable driving experience, 1 year recent tank experience. We offer health, dental, 401k plan and paid vacations and holidays. Full time schedule (operating hours negotiable). Please call 985-6936266 and complete and application at Tank Specialties, 13097 Hwy 308, Larose, LA 70373. _________________________
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Pacific Gulf Wire Rope Inc., Fourchon has an immediate opening for a CDL driver and facility technicians. Competitive pay and benefits. Apply online at pacgulf.com http://pacgulf.com/ or email resume to cy@pacgulf.com _________________________ Now Hiring: Yard Hard/ Delivery Driver. Must have valid drivers license and be able to work Monday to Friday and some Saturdays. Golden Lumber, Golden Meadow. Apply in person. _________________________ Quality Construction of Lafourche is in need of carpenters. Must have dependable transportation and basic tools. Lower Lafourche area. Contact Kenny at 985-804-0297 for more information. _________________________ 2 Full Time Grass Cutting Positions Open: Must have a valid drivers license. Contact Bryan at 985-696-5550. _________________________
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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. _________________________ Kerry Chiasson Carpentry For all your carpentry needs. Call 985-637-6279. _________________________
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LABOVE PLUMBING Professional Plumbing Service. Gas, water, sewer. Ask about our payment options. 16844 West Main St., Cut Off, LA 70345. LMP 7038. Call 985-991-1881. _________________________ Tony’s Carpentry: Friendly service. Honest trademan. 15 years experience. Need carpentry, painting, pressure washing, call 985-278-7188, ask for Tony. Blessings. _________________________ Cajun Roofing & Carpentry, LLC Best Prices on the Bayou. Sha! I Guarantee! Metal, shingle and patch jobs, vinyl siding, cement board siding, painting, pressure washing, remodeling, wood, ceramic & laminate floors, cabinets, windows, doors, porches, decks, patios, custom shutters, additions, new construction and more! Metal roof prices that can’t be beat. No job too big or too small. 20 yrs. exp. Free estimate. Call Curtis at 985397-6254 or email curtis.orgeron1279@gmail.com Now accepting credit cards
Concrete Construction Patios. Driveways. Houses. Metal Buildings. Free Estimates. No job too large or too small. Call Glenn Hughes, Jr. at (985) 209-5552 or (985) 258-6047. _________________________ Curry’s Tree Service: Tree cutting and trimming, any size, reasonable rates, free estimates, licensed. Call 985-258-0465. _________________________ Tim Harris Flooring & Installation Services Carpet, vinyl, laminate, wood, ceramic showers, painting, carpentry, sheet rock. Purchase floor anywhere, we will install. Manufactures warranty floors, not flooring stores. Free estimates. Call 985-677-0474 or 985-677-2526. _________________________
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For Sale: Two male yorkies. Eight weeks old, one black for $350 and gray one is $400. Call Glenda at 985-859-0200, leave message. _________________________
PRAYERS
HURRICANE PRAYER To avert storms & hurricanes Father, all the elements of nature obey your command. Calm the storms and hurricanes that threaten us and turn our fear of your power into praise of your goodness. Grant this through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son, Who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, One God, forever and ever. Amen _____________________________________ THE MIRACULOUS PRAYER Dear heart of Jesus, in the past I have asked for many favors. This time I ask you this very special one (mention here). Take it dear Jesus and place it within your own broken heart where your Father sees it, then in your own merciful eyes. It will become your favor not mine. Amen Say this prayer for 3 days. Promise publication and favor will be granted. Never known to fail. J.F. _____________________________________
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IVO REYNOLDS
Ivo “Buddy” Reynolds, Jr., 81, a native of Eunice, LA and a resident of Lockport, LA, passed away on Wednesday, August 21, 2019. Memorial will be at a later date. He is survived by his wife, Patricia Jeandron KeltonReynolds; daughters, Cheri McCoy and Denise Reynolds; son, Ivo “Jelly” Reynolds III (Tamera); sister, Barbara Hardy; and a host of grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ivo Sr. and Isabelle Reynolds; and brother, Duane Reynolds. Ivo was employed by Schlumberger and Phillips Petroleum for many years. The family wishes to thank Notre Dame Hospice, all family friends and neighbors who helped so greatly during this time. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ___________________
DIANA ALLEMAND
Diana Galliano Allemand, 75, a native and resident of Cut Off died peacefully at her home on August 19, 2019. A visitation was held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Cut Off on Friday, August 23, from 10:00 a.m. until service time. Funeral Mass began at 12 noon with burial followed in the church cemetery. Mrs. Diana is survived by her husband of 16 years, Anthony “Lou” Allemand; son, Tony Navas; grandchildren, Nathan Navas, Christine Sakr; 2 great grandchildren; 4 stepchildren; 11 step-grandchildren; 9 step-great grandchildren; brothers, Michael J. Galliano Sr., and Joseph P. Galliano Sr.; and sister, Sylvia G. Holmes. Mrs. Allemand was preceded in death by her parents, Wylie P. and Nefta C. Galliano. She loved going to the casino, gardening, fishing, and Saints football. Her plants were always immaculate and she a member of the Vermillion Club. She was a parishoner of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Falgout Funeral Home of Galliano entrusted with arrangements. ___________________
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Donald Joseph Kraemer, 82, a native of Kraemer and resident of Raceland, passed away on Monday, August 19, 2019. Visitation was held on Friday August 23 at Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland from 6 to 9 p.m. and continued on Saturday at the funeral home from 10 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. A Mass of Christian burial was celebrated at St. Mary’s Nativity Catholic Church at 1:30 p.m. with burial followed in the church cemetery. Donald is survived by his children, Mark Kraemer (Janice Nead), Maria Toups (Danny), Millie Kraemer (Eddie Leboeuf III); grandchildren, Brittny Toups, Marisa Thomas (Terry), Jaimie Toups, Hannah Fendley, Logan, Christian, Alex and Lillian Nead; brothers, Irvin, Wilbert and Kevin Kraemer; and sister, Mary K. Folse. He is preceded in death by his wife, Trucella Dubois Kraemer; son, Matthew Kraemer; grandchild, Danielle Toups; parents, Walter Kraemer and Irene Prestenbach Kraemer; brothers, Murphy and Danny Kraemer; sister, Kathleen K. Hebert; and daughter-in-law, Natasha Adair Kraemer. Falgout Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements. __________________
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. AUGUST 19, 2019 Lafourche Sheriff’s Office Sedricka Borne, 27, Galliano. Possession with intent to distribute synthetic marijuana. Distribution/manufacture crack cocaine (Felony). Possession of marijuana 1st offense (Misd). Possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia (Misd). Jarrod Bruce, 33, Galliano. Distribution of methamphetamine (Felony). Domestic abuse battery (Felony) (2 CTS). Delvin Edmond, 28, Thibodaux. Possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia (Misd). Possession of marijuana 3rd and subsequence offenses (Felony). Possession with intent
Public notice PUBLIC NOTICE Sunday, August 25, 2019
Notice is hereby given that Special Education District No. 1 intends to apply for a federal grant for operating assistance and/ or capital assistance to provide Formula Grant Program for Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities of a non-emergency, ambulatory nature for the FY 2020-2021 program year. The application for assistance is pursuant to the Formula Grant Program for Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities Program of 49 CFR 5310. Services will generally be between 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m., Monday through Sunday, in the area encompassing Central and Lower Lafourche Parish, Louisiana. Transit services are provided without regard to race, color, and national origin in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act. Written comment on the proposed services may be sent within 15 days to Special Education District No. 1, P.O. Box 405, 5510 West Avenue D, West 55th Street, Cut Off, LA 70345 and to the 5310 Transportation Program Manager, Department of Transportation and Development, P.O. Box 94245, Baton Rouge, LA 70804-9245. Comments must be received by Monday, September 9, 2019. 8-25-2019
Public notice PUBLIC NOTICE OPPORTUNITY FOR REQUESTING A PUBLIC HEARING Sunday, August 25, 2019
All interested persons are hereby advised that Special Education District No. 1 has applied to the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development for project funding under Federal Transit Administration (Section 5310, 5311, and/ or 5339) for the following: PROJECT: Special Education District No. 1 is preparing to replace existing equipment to continue transportation services in Lafourche Parish. Further details relative to the project are available from Special Education District No. 1, P.O. Box 405, 5510 West Avenue D, West 55th Street, Cut Off, LA 70345; (985) 632-5671. Interested persons are advised that they may request that a public hearing be conducted to provide a means for the public to express their views relative to the proposed project on the probable social, economic and environmental effects involved. In lieu of requesting a public hearing, interested persons may submit their comments in writing. Written requests for a public hearing and/ or submittal of comments must be postmarked on or before Monday, September 9, 2019, and should be addressed to: Special Education District No. 1, P.O. Box 405, Cut Off, LA 70345. Should a public hearing be required, a public notice will be published stating the date, time and location of the hearing. Signed: Torie Lee Executive Director 8-25-2019
to distribute crack cocaine (Felony). Jeffery Geiger, 51, Galliano. Violation of probation/parole. Jonathan Perkins, 54, Thibodaux. Fugitive (2 CTS). AUGUST 20, 2019 Lafourche Sheriff’s Office Jobe Allemand, 33, Cut Off. Resisting an officer w/force or violence (Felony). Bobby Benoit, 26, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Ricky Curole, 28, Galliano. Contempt of court. Chad Dehart, 45, Raceland. Contempt of court (2 CTS). Stariskie Devold, 42, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Fugitive. Mitchell Nelson III, 20, Houma. Violation of probation/parole. Malik Scott, 23, Houma. Contempt of court. Brandon Tabor, 31, Napoleonville. Contempt of court (2 CTS). Javorte Vallian, 27, Cut Off. Second-degree battery (Felony). Thibodaux Police Dept. Kobe Arceneaux, 19, Duson. Contempt of court (2 CTS). Tamera Johnson, 23, Napoleonville. Domestic abuse battery. Kariyonte Williams, 21, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Jeffery Ricard Sr., 53, Thibodaux. Aggravated battery w/dangerous weapon (Felony). Louisiana Department of Probation and Parole Royce Guidry, 32, Golden Meadow. Parole revocation for Louisiana Department of Probation and Parole. Wanika Robertson, 29, Thibodaux. Battery of a dating partner (Misd). Lockport Police Department Troy Pharr Jr. Lockport. Contempt of court (2 CTS). Louisiana State Police Travis Verdin, 27, Houma. D.W.I.-1st offense (Misd). Expired motor vehicle inspection. Headlamps for motor vehicles and motorcycles. AUGUST 21, 2019 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Sheryl Johnson, 26, Galliano. Simple escape (Felony). Tiffany Adams, 37, Larose. Possession of Fentanyl (Felony). Possess of Methamphetamine less than 28 grams (Felony). Jonathan Besson, 47, Thibodaux. Contempt of court (3 CTS). Brendan Gaston, 32, Gray. Aggravated assault with a firearm. Trapper Pellegrin, 40, Galliano. Contempt of court. Simple burglary-Immovable structure. Josh Plaisance, 33, Larose. Contempt of court (2 CTS). Thad Rodrigue, 29, Raceland. Contemt of court. Joshua Smith, 39, Larose. Contempt of court. Dillon Terrebonne, 25, Larose. Second-degree battery (Felony). Ronald Theriot, 49, New Iberia. Disturbing the peace-offensive, derisive, annoying words to another (Misd). Tacarra Turner, 25, Houma. Contempt of court (5 CTS). Thibodaux Police Department Ronnie Anderson, 41, Thibodaux. Contempt of court (3 CTS). Joe McKee Jr., 54, Thibodaux. Violation of protective orders (Misd) (2 CTS). Irvin Taylor, 30, Houma. Contempt of court. Louisiana State Police Bryan Arceneaux, 56, Lockport. Operating a vehicle while intoxicated (Misd). Maximun speed limit. Golden Meadow Police Department Breezie Speer, 33, Cut Off. Contempt of court.
ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, you may be feeling sociable this week. Make the most of opportunities to hang out with those people you prefer to spend time with regularly. TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Your work will be a labor of love for someone special, Taurus. Even though you are doing it for generous reasons, give yourself ample time to breathe and unwind. GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, your routine offers you comfort this week, but you may want to find some way to veer off course for a little bit. Who knows what waits around the bend? CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, you may be worrying about things that are troubling you instead of enjoying time spent with friends. Enjoy time with loved ones and your troubles will subside. LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Surround yourself with loved ones this week, Leo. You will take away much joy from these interactions. Do something fun and playful with siblings or cousins.
VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, you may feel the need to be responsible for others over the course of the next few days. They can probably handle themselves, but a little help never hurt. LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, if you have put a high level of trust into other people, you won’t be disappointed when they live up to all of your expectations. Take some time to thank them. SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, you may feel a desire to be fully understood by others this week. But they can only understand you if you’re open and honest with them. Be more forthcoming. SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, you are alert and inspired this week, and you may be on a quest to expand your social circle. Go to community events or other social activities in your area. CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, little financial uncertainty should compel you to take inventory or even revise spending habits. Unforseen circumstances can pop up.
Sunday, August 25, 2019 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE
Louisiana State Parks offering seasonal discounts
Detectives seek to identify suspect in Raceland theft investigation
Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office detectives are seeking to identify a man wanted in connection to a theft investigation in Raceland. Detectives recently began investigating the theft of aluminum from a business located on North Service Road in Raceland. Several aluminum construction beams were stolen from the front area of the business location. The suspect, a white male, was seen driving a Chevrolet pickup truck at the time of the theft. Further investigation revealed the suspect visited an area convenience store, and detectives obtained photos of the suspect captured by surveillance cameras. Anyone who can identify the suspects or anyone with any other information on this crime is asked to submit a tip anonymously through Crime Stoppers Bayou Region by phone at 1-800-743-7433 or online at www.crime stoppersbr.org. Tips can also be submitted using the P3 Tips app on your mobile device. Tipsters could be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000 in cash if the information leads to an arrest.
AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 You may feel confused about your current situation in life, Aquarius. This may be the case if you’re comparing yourself to others. You’re actually doing quite well. PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, innovative solutions are on the tip of your tongue. You just need to organize your ideas to present them to others.
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BATON ROUGE, La. – Louisiana State Parks will be offering additional discounts on overnight facilities at the 21 parks located through Louisiana. Following the MILITARY and BADGE discounts for active/retired military and first responders, two discounts will be offered seasonally with third discount offered year-round. 62PLUS – 50% off campsite stays yearround for customers age 62 and over. SNEAUX – Customers age 62 and over are eligible to book 4 consecutive campsite nights and receive the next 3 nights free; valid annually October 1 – January 31. GETOUTSIDE – 15% discount on overnight stays in cabins Mondays – Thursdays only; valid annually September 1 – January 31. The discounts are
valid using the Louisiana State Parks online reservations system at www.ReserveLaStateParks.com. These discounts cannot be used with other discounts. Identification for the 62PLUS and SNEAUX discounts will be required at check-in. For more information about Louisiana State Parks visit LaStateParks.com, or follow Louisiana State Parks on Facebook and Twitter. ___
Shrimping in Louisiana opens at WedellWilliams Museum
PATTERSON, La. – The Louisiana State Museum will unveil From Berwick Bay to Étouffée: Shrimping in Louisiana, a new exhibition exploring the history of the shrimping industry in St. Mary Parish at the Wedell-Williams Aviation and Cypress Sawmill Museum in Patterson.
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The exhibition traces the history of the shrimping industry in St. Mary Parish from its heyday in the 1930s and 1940s through the challenges of the present era, including recent efforts to help local shrimpers cope with flooding and compete with cheaper shrimp imported from other countries. From Berwick Bay to Étouffée: Shrimping in Louisiana will be on display in the WedellWilliams Aviation and Cypress Sawmill Museum through September 2020. The museum is located at 118 Cotten Road in Patterson and is open between 9:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. Admission to the museum is free and school groups are welcome. Visit LouisianaStateMuseum.org for more information. ___
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Sunday, August 25, 2019 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE
What a Life!
By: Rev. Wilmer L. Todd Suicide rates among the elderly in America are rising
According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, suicide in the USA is on the rise. Of the more than 47,000 suicides that took place in 2017, those 65 and older accounted for more than 8,500 deaths, that’s about one out of every five. While we might expect suicide rates to be high among teenagers and those facing mid-life crises, it was alarming to me to see how high it was among our senior citizens. There are many reasons why elderly adults are more susceptible to the nation’s 10th leading cause of death. One big reason is loneliness. Older adults often live in isolation and may be struggling with the death of a lifelong husband, wife or the lost of a close family member or friend. Their families often live far away from home and are not available for personal contact. I advise these people to get out of the house
and get involved with different types of groups. There are church groups, volunteer groups, many nursing homes with other lonely people who are looking for human contact, charitable organizations who need help, self-help groups who meet regularly. Become active and do what you can to help yourself and others. Aging can also be a difficult time for seniors. Approximately 80% of older adults live with a chronic disease – such as arthritis, diabetes and high blood pressure – and 77% have at least two, according to The National Council on Aging. This can be very depressing. When we realize we are losing some of our abilities, we have to look at the strengths that we still have. I can no long walk much less run the way I could when I was younger. However, I can still sing and write and share ideas with others. Don’t dwell on what is lost but keep developing what is still there – our God given abilities. Joseph Addison once said, “Three grand essentials to happiness in this life are something to do, something to love, and something to hope for.” We talked about something to do. The second part is “something to love” or maybe we should include someone to love.
We can include our loving God who loves us and want us to live together for all eternity. Seniors have more time to spend, not just saying prayers, but talking to God, expressing their hopes and dreams for their loved ones and our world. They can grow in that relationship they might not have had when they were younger. Seniors can keep growing in wisdom, love, joy, and other spiritual gifts. I think it is important that seniors have a hobby that keeps their minds and bodies moving. Someone once said, “Motion is the lotion.” Don’t give in to the rocking chair. Find something you like and keep moving. Sitting all day can be very depressing and lead to an early death. The third of Addison’s keys to happiness is “something to hope for.” In our society we value what people can do, rather than who you are. We do not “sit at the feet” of our elders and learn life lessons from their long experiences. In our throwaway society, seniors often feel useless because they do not “do anything.” Also, the elderly are often the subjects of age list jokes. The population of the United States is growing older. We expect the elderly population to continue to grow
tremendously, with the oldest-old (85 and older) as the fastest-growing sector. Church groups and other social clubs often have programs for the youth. That’s a good
thing. How often do these groups sponsor social activities for seniors besides bingo. The elderly might enjoy card games, arts and crafts, movie nights, holiday parties, interestbased clubs, brain
games, exercises, book groups, trivia contests, educational seminars, tech workshops, etc. Betty Friedan said, “Aging is not ‘lost youth’ but a new stage of opportunity and strength.”
Pictured are the South Lafourche High School graduating senior scholarship and essay winners: Top left: Vivian Cortez is the 2019 Golden Meadow Scholarship recipient based on her academic record and social involvement while a student at South Lafourche. Top right is Kaityn Vizier, the 2019 recipient of the Golden Meadow Lions Club Essay Contest (“Why Community Service is Important to me”). Pictured with both Vivian and Kaityn is Treasurer of the Lions, Mike Oglesby.
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
So. 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.
BAPTIST
First Baptist Church
187 Oakridge Dr. - Golden Meadow 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.fbcgm@viscom.net
First Baptist Church of Grand Isle
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. Mitch Rousse, Pastor - 985-258-6543 www.trinitymathews.com
New Sunlight Baptist Church
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 Samuel Triplett, 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 Toby Brogden
Greater New Fountain Baptist 233 E. 12th St. - Lockport
Crosspoint Church
16640 West Main St., Cut Off (Near S. 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 Hwy. 308 - Mathews
Sunday Worship Service 7:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Services Prayer Service & Bible Study Thurs., 6-7 p.m. Choir Rehearsal Saturday 2:00 p.m. Speaking Meeting/Testimony 2nd Sun. 7:30 p.m. Lord’s Supper Every 3rd Sunday Reverend Roland J. Bradley, Sr.
Hwy. 308 - Valentine
Worship Service 7:30 a.m. Lord’s Supper, Second Sunday, 7:30 a.m. Rev. Ronnie Williams, Sr.
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
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 Service 6:30 p.m. Church: 632-4119
17980 West Main - Galliano
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
Full Gospel Temple #2
Hwy. 1, 124 Walter Ln., Golden Meadow
Sunday Evening Service: 6:30 p.m. Sunday Worship Service 11:00 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. Thursday Evening Service: 7 p.m. Wednesday Worship 6:30 p.m. Open Door Revival Center Pastor Shane Terrebonne (985) 258-0988
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. Rev. Henry Sebastian, Pastor
Our Lady of the Isle Church 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, 8:00 a.m. Fr. Joseph “Joe” Chacko, I.M.S.
Our Lady of the Rosary
12911 E. Main - Larose - 985-693-3433 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. Duc Bui, Pastor www.ourladyoftherosarychurch.org
Sacred Heart Catholic Church 15300 West Main - Cut Off
Saturday Mass 4:00 p.m. Sunday Mass 7:00, 9:00 and 11:00 a.m. Sunday Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Weekday Mass: W.-Th.-F., 8:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Lord’s Supper Service: 2nd Sunday, 11:00 a.m. Tuesdays: 6:00 p.m. Fr. Gregory Fratt Prayer Breakfast: 2nd Saturday, 8:00 a.m. Bible Class Thursday 7:00 p.m.
Isrealite Baptist Church
St. Joseph Catholic Church
Saturday Mass 4:00 p.m. 452 St. Patrick Street - Raceland Sunday Mass 7:00 and 10:00 a.m. Sunday School 2 p.m., Sunday Worship 3 p.m. Weekday Mass: M. - W. - Th. - Fri. 7:00 a.m. Prayer Service/Bible Class-Thurs., 6 p.m. Tuesday 6:00 p.m. Testimony/Prayer & Praise, 3rd Sunday, 3 p.m. Communion, 4th Sunday, 3 p.m. Reverend Charles Hawkins Sr., Pastor
129 Cedar Ln. - Grand Isle - 985-787-3410 Gulf Coast Baptist Church Sunday Worship: 10:00 a.m. 1606 S. Bayou Drive - Golden Meadow Wednesday Bible Study: 6:00 p.m. (All Ages) Pastor Nathan Stanford www.fbcgrandisle.com
WORSHIP DIRECTORY
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 (Gheens) 333 Twin Oaks Dr. - Raceland
Sat. Mass 6:00 p.m. - Sun. Mass 9:00 a.m. Wednesday Mass 5:15 p.m. Rev. P.J. Madden www.sthilaryht.org
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., 5:15 p.m. Friday Mass 7:00 a.m. Rev. P.J. Madden www.sthilaryht.org
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
INTER-DENOMINATIONAL
Community Bible Church of Laf. 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 Dicipleship 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. Sunday Spanish Service 3:00 p.m. Pastor Morris Hunter, Jr.
Community Fellowship
901 Barataria Street - Lockport
Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. Reverend Carlos Nieves - (985) 532-2992
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.
Christian Fellowship Church
B & J Martin, Inc. Utility Boats ~ Martin Quarters ~ (985) 632-2727
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
PRESBYTERIAN
Gheens Presbyterian Church
Windshield Chips Repaired • Commercial • Marine Residential
Sunday Services 8:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6:00 p.m. Doctor John Spaulding, Pastor
Hwy. 308 • E. 73rd St. Galliano • 632-6571
JEHOVAH’S WITNESS
Crosby Boat Co., Inc.
Keep Your Soul In Tow - Go To Church!
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses
108 East 90th Street - Galliano
632-7575
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
LA Carriers • 632-5858 752 Industrial Park Rd. • Larose, LA
Memorial United Methodist
GIS
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
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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
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
The Crossway Ministry, Lafourche 9334 Hwy. 308 - Lockport
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
Friday Night Sermon: 6:30 p.m. Free meal to all attending Friday nights Bible Study Thursdays: 6:30 p.m. 985-278-0122 (All religions welcome)
LUTHERAN
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!
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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
SPANISH
Iglesia Adventista del 7MO Dia: 504 Seventh St. - Lockport
Cultos miercoles y viernes 7 p.m. Sabado 9:30 a.m. Sociedad de Jovenes Sabado de Tarde Pastor Raul Rivero - &757) 894-5873
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
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