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Yellow fever History Talk at Jeanerette Museum

Thu, 02/15/2018 - 9:43am

Maegan Smith, Vermilionville Living History Museum and Folklife Park collections manager, will present a yellow fever History Talk at the Jeanerette Museum at 6 p.m. Feb. 28.
Smith has a master’s degree in public history and a Historic Preservation certificate from the University of Louisi-ana at Lafayette.
She will discuss the epidemic of yellow fever that reportedly devasted and threatened Louisiana’s population from 1796 until 1905.
In this history talk, Smith will give insight on the effects of yellow fever in Iberia Parish and the surrounding parishes as well as New Orleans and larger cities. She will explain how steps towards eradication of the disease came from the 1900 commission of United States Army surgeons where they proved the mosquito’s role in the transmission of yellow fever.
This history talk is being held free of charge and is suitable for an adult audience. Seating may be limited and is taken on a first come, first serve basis.
This program is sponsored by the Friends of Jeanerette Museum. For information online visit www.jeanerettemuseum.com or email jeanerettemuseum@yahoo.com. The museum is located at 500 E. Main St. in Jeanerette.

Man vacillates over inviting late wife’s mom to wedding

Thu, 02/15/2018 - 9:37am

DEAR ABBY: My wife passed away two years ago at age 40 after a long bout with cancer. We had three children, ages 7 to 12. I am 44 and engaged now to a wonderful woman. We are planning to have a small wedding with fewer than 50 guests. While the kids and I are doing well, my late wife’s mother, “Karen,” is still grieving. She has a forceful personality and can be quite pushy. She lives nearby. We have not finalized the arrangements or sent out invitations. Karen has been asking if she and my former father-in-law are invited, but ...

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Ash Wednesday kicks off Lenten season

Thu, 02/15/2018 - 9:06am

Parishioners at St. Stephen Catholic Church in Berwick wait in line to receive the imposition of ashes from the Rev. Douglas Courville during an Ash Wednesday service. Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, which is a 40-day period of sacrifice and reflection that many Christians observe. (The Daily Review/Zachary Fitzgerald)

Coast Guard to hold Industry Day in Morgan City

Thu, 02/15/2018 - 9:01am

Staff Report

Towing vessel companies in the Morgan City area are invited to a U.S. Coast Guard information session to learn about new industry regulations and for Coast Guard personnel to answer questions about those regulations.

The Coast Guard’s Marine Safety Unit Morgan City will hold a Towing Vessel Industry Day from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. March 1 at St. Mary Senior Citizens Center, located at 4014 Chennault St. in Morgan City.

Anyone wanting to attend is asked to RVSP by Feb. 19 to Marine Inspector Lt.j.g. Emily Sysko by calling 985-380-5330 or sending an email to mormsinsp@uscg.mil.

The session will provide an opportunity for Coast Guard personnel to answer questions and address any concerns or confusions about the new regulations “for these vessels who have not previously had to be inspected,” Sysko said.

Discussion topics regarding the new regulations include compliance options, required documentation and user fees and dry docking cycles. Officials will also discuss lifesaving and firefighting equipment that towing vessels are required to have on board, Sysko said.

When people RSVP for the industry day, they should include the name and location of their company, contact information for the company, the number of vessels in their fleet, the compliance option they are utilizing and any additional topics or questions they want to discuss.

Coast Guard assists vessel taking on water

Wed, 02/14/2018 - 3:09pm

Staff Report

The Coast Guard assisted a vessel taking on water about 30 miles south of Point Au Fer, according to a Wednesday news release.

Watchstanders at Coast Guard Sector New Orleans received a report Tuesday at about 7 p.m. of the fishing vessel Miss Quynh Chi II taking on water south of Point Au Fer, the release said.

Sector wachstanders directed the launch of an MH-65 Dolphin helicopter crew from Coast Guard Air Station New Orleans to assist the vessel. The aircrew arrived on scene at 8:35 p.m. and delivered a dewatering pump to the vessel.

Miss Reese, a good Samaritan vessel, arrived on scene at approximately 10:45 p.m. and delivered a second dewatering pump to the vessel.

Miss Reese followed the vessel to Conrad Shipyard in Morgan City. A response boat crew from Coast Guard Marine Safety Unit Morgan City escorted both ships, the release said.

Cheniere signs deal to provide LNG to China

Wed, 02/14/2018 - 10:49am

Staff Report
Cheniere Energy Inc. of Texas, the force behind a liquefied natural gas export terminal near Sabine, has announced what is being described as the first long-term commitment to provide LNG to China.
The company said it signed two sale and purchase agreements with the state-run China National Petroleum Corp.
Cheniere’s subisidiaries, Corpus Christi Liquefaction LLC and Cheniere Marketing International LLP and CNPC subsidiary PetroChina International Company Limited will purchase approximately 1.2 million tonnes per annum of LNG, with a portion of the supply beginning in 2018 and the balance beginning in 2023. The term of each SPA continues through 2043. The purchase price for LNG will be indexed to the Henry Hub price plus a fixed component, the company said.
“We are pleased to announce these LNG contracts with China National Petroleum Corporation, an important global energy player in one of the largest and fastest growing LNG markets worldwide,” said Jack Fusco, Cheniere’s president and CEO. “These long-term SPAs build upon the Memorandum of Understanding we signed in November, and we look forward to a successful long-term partnership with CNPC. We expect these agreements to support the development of Corpus Christi Train 3, and we are now focused on completing the remaining necessary steps to reach a final investment decision later this year.”
CNBC described China as “the fastest growing LNG market in the world, importing 26.1 million tons in 2016.”
Until now, reports the Financial Times the country has been buying spot cargoes rather than using the long-term contracts that exporters need to be able to finance new plants.
In the futures market, gas for delivery in Asia next month is trading at almost $10.50 per million British thermal units, compared to a benchmark US Henry Hub price of $2.60.
Cheniere has what is described as the only big LNG export terminal in the country at Sabine Pass.
Media accounts say the total U.S. export capacity is expected to more than triple from 3.0 billion cubic feet per day to 9.4 bcfd by the end of next year.

New Chamber member

Wed, 02/14/2018 - 10:41am

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The newest member of the St. Mary Chamber of Commerce is L & Dream Events, owned by Melissa Chedotal and Lisa Knight. They offer bridal breakfasts and groom’s luncheons. Other services include a personal dresser and massage therapy. Pictured from left are Chedotal, Chamber President Donna F. Meyer and Knight.

STEVEN GENE CHAVERS

Wed, 02/14/2018 - 10:38am

May 30, 1965- February 11, 2018
Steven Gene Chavers, 52, a resident of Amelia, passed away on Sunday, Feb. 11, 2018, in Baldwin.
Steven was born on May 30, 1965, in Foley, Alabama, the son of Nerlon Gene Chavers and Linda Boutwell Chavers.
Steven was dedicated and worked hard to provide for his family. He loved shooting pool and was a member of the Dazed & Confused Pool team; he enjoyed traveling the circuit shooting pool in leagues and tournaments. He had a love for superheroes and passed down his love of comics to his son. He loved his family and loved getting to spend time with them.
He will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by one son, Cody Hudson of Baldwin; his mother, Linda Boutwell Ross of Amelia; two brothers, Wayne DeMarco and Eddie Chavers; and four sisters, Pearl Ross, Jewell Ross, Amanda Boutwell and Amber Boutwell.
Steven was preceded in death by his father, Nerlon Chavers; and one sister, Sheila Chavers Gamble.
In keeping with Steve’s wishes, there will be no services.
Twin City Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.

GEORGE E. 'COWBOY' ROSSON JR.

Wed, 02/14/2018 - 10:36am

George E. “Cowboy” Rosson Jr. passed away on Sunday, Jan. 28, 2018, in Covington, Louisiana, at the age of 64. He was born in Shreveport, Louisiana, and lived most of his life in the Berwick and Morgan City, Louisiana area. For the last 12 months, George “Cowboy” and his wife were residents of Abita Springs, Louisiana.
George “Cowboy” loved riding his motorcycle with the American Legion Riders, Post 96 of Morgan City, Louisiana. He devoted a lot of time to charity and always had a story to tell … “I got one more story.” He touched the lives of many people with his smile and generosity. He loved people and he will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
He leaves behind his loving and devoted wife, Cathy Rosson.
He is survived by his father, George E. Rosson Sr.; and four sons, Louis Rosson (Sommer), Willis Rosson (Wynetter), Tony Rosson (Tammy), and Troy Rosson. He is also survived by two nieces that he referred to as “his daughters,” Michele and Jolie Broussard, along with loving foster children Angel Laine, Ronald Young and many others.
He will also be dearly missed by his 13 loving grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Gloria “Rita” Nini Rosson.
Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Memorial Service at Serenity Funeral Home, 20419 Hwy. 36 in Covington, Louisiana, on Saturday, Feb. 17, 2018, from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. with service at 2 p.m.
A Celebration of Life will also be held in March/April in Morgan City, Louisiana, to be announced later.
Arrangements entrusted to Serenity Funeral Home, Covington, LA, 985-875-1131.

SAMUEL A. 'SAMMY' SONS SR.

Wed, 02/14/2018 - 10:33am

December 23, 1950 -February 4, 2018
Samuel A. “Sammy” Sons Sr., 67, a resident of Morgan City, passed away Sunday, Feb. 4, 2018, at Morgan City Healthcare Center.
Sammy was born Dec. 23, 1950, in Berwick, the son of Leo Anthony Sons and Eunice Gibson Sons.
Sammy enjoyed being in the outdoors fishing or riding his motorcycle. He enjoyed playing the drums and often played in the church band. He loved his family and enjoyed spending time with them.
He will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by three children, Samuel A. “Sammy” Sons Jr. and wife Shannon of Central, Lisa Caruso of Morgan City, and Sherrie Reed of Bayou Vista; 11 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; his mother, Eunice Gibson Sons of Bayou L’Ourse; two brothers, John Sons and wife Jill of Sulphur, and Tommy Sons and wife Vikki of Morgan City; and three sisters, Verna Justilian and husband Verney of Bayou L’Ourse, Marylou Veret of Bayou L’Ourse, and Rebecca Dunham and husband Kenneth of Gray.
Sammy was preceded in death by his father, Leo Anthony Sons; three brothers, Troy Sons, Leo Sons and Leon Sons; and two sisters, Ruby Hurst and Tara Sons.
Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 16, 2018, at Twin City Funeral Home with a memorial visitation being held from 9 a.m. until the time of the service.