Taster's Choice, first place,
James Crue
This year's BBQ Bash rolled out a new Taster's Choice event. Bash-goers could buy wristbands that provided access to samples and the right to vote for their favorites.
Cannata's Kid's Q, first place, under 13,
Jeremiah Kennedy.
Cannata's once again sponsored a barbecue competition for youngster. Nineteen young people took part in under 13 and 13-16 categories.
The Review/Bill Decker
Mata Tellman Dessert, first place,
Kristen Merhi, Key lime cheesecake
The Bayou BBQ Bash included a dessert competition named for the late Mata Tellman, one of the founders of the bash. The winners are shown with Marine Corps League St.
Adam Gautreau of the Cajun Blaze team receives the trophy and belt buckle signifying the overall championship in the Bayou BBQ Bash. Gautreau also won the Chicken and Brisket competitions. He's shown with state Marine Corps League Commandant Tim Neal and St. Mary Commandant Virginia Sutton.
The weekend's Bayou BBQ Bash, hosted by the Marine Corps League's St.
Lauren Williams Rentrop
PATTERSON — St. Mary schools are beginning to attract attention.
The St. Mary Parish Sheriff’s Office review of events surrounding a June 26 Patterson Police Department arrest has found no evidence of wrongdoing, Patterson Chief Garret Grogan said Monday.
The following are the radio dispatch logs from the Morgan City Police Department. To report unlawful or suspicious activity, call the Police Department at 985-380-4605.
Adam Gautreaux of Cajun Blaze repeated as the champion of the Bayou BBQ Bash Saturday in Morgan City. He's shown with Tim Neal, left, state commandant of the Marine Corps League, and Virginia Sutton, the St. Mary Detachment's commandant.
Adam Gautreau of Cajun Blaze took home the championship trophy and belt buckle for the second straight year at the weekend's Bayou BBQ Bash in Morgan City.
Alex and Rachel Hatcher of Frogtown BBQ in Baton Rouge prepare their presentation in the rib competition.
The annual Bayou BBQ Bash drew 26 teams to the U.S.
The Review/Bill Decker
A sand pile awaits sandbag-makers Wednesday outside Berwick Town Hall as Tropical Storm Bertha approached.
A ragged Tropical Storm Bertha glided past St. Mary on Wednesday and early Thursday with only light rain and manageable winds here.
Sports
As part of America's 250th anniversary celebration, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife & Fisheeries executive staff was honored in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday at the U.S.
Click on the links below to download .pdf versions of the entry forms.
Bayou Horseshoe
Pitchers Association
Summer League - 2026
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Toss Bosses 9 0
4 Amigos 7 2
50/50 5 4
The Review/John Flores
John Flores with a bass caught in the area affected by new fishing regulations.
Some years ago, my wife and I were fishing in the Atchafalaya Basin. More specifically, across Flat Lake in Bear Bayou.
By JOHN K. FLORES
Lifestyle
DEAR ABBY: My husband and I have been married for 11 years and have two children.
LSU AgCenter
Voracious insects can damage camellia leaves, creating yellow spots and possibly preventing the plant from blooming.
Your camellia has yellow blotches on its leaves and seems to be struggling. Aren’t these flowering shrubs supposed to be tough?
By OLIVIA McCLURE, LSU AgCenter
DEAR ABBY: I recently started dating a guy I have known for 30 years. He has moved in and asked me to marry him. Our relationship is perfect except for anything having to do with social media.
ST. MARY NOW
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