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Shrimp & Petroleum Festival Kings' Club gathers
The annual Shrimp & Petroleum Festival Kings’ Club dinner was held Aug. 30 at the Petroleum Club of Morgan City. Past kings, the new reigning king and their wives/guests were in attendance. Seated from left are Ray Autrey, 2016; Bob Miller, 2006; Burt Adams, 2013; Cedric LaFleur, 1980; Jody Carinhas, 2023; Putt Rebardie, 1994; Jimmy Skiles, 2017; Jim Firmin, 1993; and Bill Hidalgo, 1995. Back row from left are Al Adams III, 2010; Bill Cefalu, 2019; John Armato, 2015; David Naquin, 2011; Nelson Cortez, 2002; Greg Hamer, 2022; Rodney Grow, 1988; Billy Hidalgo, 2021; Mike Patterson, 2014; and Greg Roussel, 2009.