RUMMAGE
SALE
8 a.m.-noon, Saturday, May 2, Patterson Methodist Church, 1204 Main St., Patterson. The items for sale include linens, books, toys, clothing and a lot of household goods.
Also at Tuesday's Marine Corps League banquet, Maj. Herbert Johnson was recognized as the Patterson Police Department's Officer of the Year. Johnson, who serves as warden of the Patterson PD Jail, "has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership, professionalism, and commitment to public safety. ... His unwavering dedication and strong work ethic have made a lasting impact on both the department and the community he serves," the department said in a Facebook post. Johnson, right, is shown with Chief Garrett Grogan and Virginia Sutton, commandant of the Marine Corps League St. Mary Detachment.
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K-9 Officer Richard Aguilar was named the Morgan City Police Department's Officer of the Year at the Marine Corps League St. Mary Detachment's annual banquet Tuesday. Chief Chad M. Adams, right, said Aguilar "consistently demonstrates a high level of professionalism in everything he does. He takes pride in mentoring and encouraging younger officers, often assisting them with additional training to help them grow in their careers." At left is Virginia Sutton, the Marine Corps League detachment's commandant.
Singer Jenna Richard, well known in the Morgan City and Berwick music scene, released her debut full-length album Wednesday.
The album, “Swamp Siren,” is available on major streaming platforms.
Richard currently performs with the band The Groove. She is also the one half of the duo Rich-n-Love.
Richard is the granddaughter of Gwen and Joe Cain of Morgan City and comes from a long line of Louisiana musicians and storytellers.
Promotional material says “the release of ‘Swamp Siren’ marks a defining milestone in Richard’s career – bridging her roots as a regional performer with her emergence as a recording artist with a distinct sound and vision. The project reflects both her Louisiana heritage and her evolving creative identity.”
She has been recognized for “her rich vocals, emotional delivery, and versatility across genres. Her debut project introduces a more defined artistic identity – blending soulful melodies, cinematic tones, and heartfelt storytelling rooted in her Louisiana upbringing.”
Shelby McCarty, center, is one of the Outstanding Graduate Students named recently by the Nicholls State Alumni Federation. McCarty represents the College of Education and Behavioral Science, along with award-winner Gavyn Quiroz. Also named were Helana Bergeron and Kathryn Freeman, College of Sciences & Technology, and Brock Bouvier, Al Danos College of Business Administration.
Shelby McCarty of St. Mary Parish has received a 2025-26 Award for Excellence as an Outstanding Graduate Student from the Nicholls State University Alumni Federation.
McCarty is working on a master of education degree in higher education management. She is one of two outstanding grad students from the College of Education and Behavioral Science.
“Shelby consistently approaches her work with integrity, humility, and a clear purpose to make higher education more accessible and supportive for all student," said Dr. Leah Peterson, Teacher Education Program coordinator,
The Outstanding Graduate Students represent the pinnacle of excellence in their respective programs and were selected by graduate faculty, departments heads and deans.
Hall of Fame inductees were also named recently. This prestigious recognition reserved for graduating seniors who have demonstrated outstanding academic and extracurricular achievement while maintaining a minimum GPA of 3.0.
Class A
Class B
Class C
Class D
Class E
Kemper Williams Park
Patterson
April 11
Class A
First place, Burnie Williams (tournament champion), Morgan City, 5 wins-1 loss, 41.67 ringer percentage; second place, Sharla Fontenot, Lacassine, 4-2, 50.83; and third place, Dale Pearce, Patterson, 3-2, 45.50.
Class B
First, Danny Navarre, Carlyss, 5-0, 36.50; second, Travis Bourdier, Patterson, 4-1, 37.00; and third, Ricky Richard, Church Point, 2-2, 33.00.
Class C
First, Gary Verheide, Waggaman, 5-0, 37.00; second, Eddie Guidry, Port Allen, 4-1, 30.00; and third, Mack Thibodeaux, Lake Arthur, 3-2, 26.50.
Class D
First, Linda Dodson, Morgan City, 5-0, 33.00; second, Mary Guzdial, Patterson, 4-1, 21.00; and third, Joe Primeaux, Broussard, 2½-2½, 13.50.
Class E
First, Clay Weaver (class champion), Lacassine, 5-1, 22.08; second, Glen Hidalgo, Bayou Vista, 4-2, 16.67; and third, Craig Ring, Centerville, 3-2, 17.50.
Bayou Horseshoe Pitchers Association
Spring League 2026
Week 4
W L
Chunk Squad 25.5 10.5
Shoes & Boos 22.5 13.5
75/25 22 14
Milkmen 20 16
Two 30’s and a 40’ 18.5 17.5
Starting Over 15.5 20.5
Pitchin & Twichin 15 21
High scratch point average: (30’) Tim Gilmore 84.3, Burnie Williams 69.2 and Clay Canty 65.1; and (40’) Dwain Arceneaux 54.1, Randy Giroir 47.8 and Mark Jones 37.2. High individual ringer percentage: (30’) Gilmore 61.9, Williams 43.3, Dale Pearce 43.3 and Canty 40.8; and (40’) Arceneaux 35.6, Giroir 31.4 and Hilton Rhodes 24.2.
High scratch game: (30’) Gilmore 87, Travis Bourdier 82 and Williams 82; and (40’) Arceneaux 83, Giroir 62 and Jim Guzdial 52. Most ringers: (one night) Gilmore 76, Williams 64, Pearce 62 and Canty 57; and (one game) Gilmore 27, Arceneaux 26, Bourdier 26, Pearce 23, Williams 22 and Canty 21.
Most points one night: Gilmore 256, Williams 240, Canty 212, Pearce 209 and Glenn Caillouet 184. High game over average: (30’) Julius Lovell 12.2, Al Graham 12.0; and (40’) Arceneaux 9.9. Best won-loss record: Gilmore 8-1, Jones 8-1, Canty 7-2, Graham 9-3, Caillouet 9-3. Most points one night – team: Shoes & Boos 501, Chunk Squad 468. Most ringers one night – team: Shoes & Boos 132, Two 30’s & a 40’ 123
Jimmy Babin of the Cousins performs Tuesday for residents at Patterson Healthcare Center.
Jimmy Babin and drummer Eric Cunningham are the Cousins. Cunningham was unable to take part in Tuesday's serenade.
Making Tuesday's music possible were, seated from left: Kim Guarisco and Paula Boutte of the Catholic Daughters. Standing: Donna Allemond of the Catholic Daughters; Activities Director Margaret Paul of Patterson Healthcare; musician Jimmy Babin and his wife, Tory; and Daniel Guildry, event coordinator for Knights of Columbus Council 1710.
Jimmy Babin of the Cousins performed what he called "old-timey music" Tuesday at Patterson Healthcare Center, a nursing and rehabilitation facility. The performance was the first in a monthly series Babin will do there.
Daniel Guidry of Knights of Columbus Council 1710 said the council has been trying to bring music to Patterson Healthcare for nine years. With the help of the Catholic Daughters Court St. Catherine of Siena No. 2735, they succeeded Tuesday.
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.
Tuesday, April 14
7:06 a.m. Justa/Allison streets; Vehicle accident.
8:09 a.m. 500 block of Egle Street; Complaint.
8:30 a.m. 500 block of Hilda Street; Officer stand by.
10:46 a.m. 1100 block of Brashear Avenue; Stalled vehicle.
10:50 a.m. 500 block of Bowman Street; Officer stand by.
11:04 a.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Arrest.
12:05 p.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Complaint.
12:57 p.m. 3000 block of Keith Street; Officer stand by.
1:34 p.m. 1500 block of Victor II Boulevard; Theft.
1:49 p.m. 1300 block of Victor II Boulevard; Animal complaint.
2:42 p.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Arrest.
2:57 p.m. 7600 block of La. 182; Medical.
4:22 p.m. Marquis Manor; Medical.
5 p.m. 2600 block of Sixth Street; Warrants.
5:39 p.m. Waffle House/Circle K; Vehicle accident.
7:11 p.m. 100 block of Acorn Street; Complaint.
7:40 p.m. Aycock Street; Traffic incident.
7:53 p.m. 900 block of Florence Street; Medical.
8:11 p.m. 7000 block of La. 182; Medical.
10:31 p.m. General McArthur Street; Suspicious subject.
Wednesday, April 15
3:52 a.m. U.S. 90 West; Reckless operation.
4:33 a.m. 1000 block of Brashear Avenue; Domestic dispute.
5:12 a.m. 6000 block of La. 182; Suspicious subject.
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.
Tuesday, April 14
7:06 a.m. Justa/Allison streets; Vehicle accident.
8:09 a.m. 500 block of Egle Street; Complaint.
8:30 a.m. 500 block of Hilda Street; Officer stand by.
10:46 a.m. 1100 block of Brashear Avenue; Stalled vehicle.
10:50 a.m. 500 block of Bowman Street; Officer stand by.
11:04 a.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Arrest.
12:05 p.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Complaint.
12:57 p.m. 3000 block of Keith Street; Officer stand by.
1:34 p.m. 1500 block of Victor II Boulevard; Theft.
1:49 p.m. 1300 block of Victor II Boulevard; Animal complaint.
2:42 p.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Arrest.
2:57 p.m. 7600 block of La. 182; Medical.
4:22 p.m. Marquis Manor; Medical.
5 p.m. 2600 block of Sixth Street; Warrants.
5:39 p.m. Waffle House/Circle K; Vehicle accident.
7:11 p.m. 100 block of Acorn Street; Complaint.
7:40 p.m. Aycock Street; Traffic incident.
7:53 p.m. 900 block of Florence Street; Medical.
8:11 p.m. 7000 block of La. 182; Medical.
10:31 p.m. General McArthur Street; Suspicious subject.
Wednesday, April 15
3:52 a.m. U.S. 90 West; Reckless operation.
4:33 a.m. 1000 block of Brashear Avenue; Domestic dispute.
5:12 a.m. 6000 block of La. 182; Suspicious subject.
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