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Public notices for Feb. 2, 2024

Fri, 02/02/2024 - 6:00am

PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the St. Mary Parish Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on TUESDAY, February 27, 2024 AT 5:45 P.M. in the Parish Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana, for the following purposes:
Specific Use Request
Specific Use Request for Mark Patout to increase the depth and size of an existing pond in an Agricultural (AG) Zoned District located at 1545 Hwy. 668, Jeanerette, LA; Sec.67 T13S R8E; 4.00 AC Tract BD Public Road - Monnot - D C Roane - Monnot Acq 158 300211
All persons are invited to this meeting to submit their approval or objections to the above SPECIFIC USE REQUEST.
St. Mary Parish
Planning & Zoning Board
Barry Druilhet,
Chairman
Adv. Feb. 2, 9, and 16, 2024

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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the St. Mary Parish Board of Adjustments will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on MONDAY, February 5, 2024, AT 5:45 P.M. in the Parish Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana, for the following purposes:
Ronald Derouen for a Rear Yard Setback Variance to deviate from the required 10 ft. to two (2) ft. in a Single Family Residential (SR) Zoned District at 2712 Hwy. 319, Cypremort Point, LA- Sec. 21 T15S R6E; -Parcel Id# 1154444082.00-Lot por No. B Quintana Marina Subd. Phase II Ext. lying inside canal Acq. 445 341924.
All persons are invited to this meeting to submit their approval or objections to the above VARIANCE REQUEST.
St. Mary Parish
Board of Adjustments
Barry Druilhet,
Chairman
Adv. Jan. 19, 26 and Feb. 2, 2024

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PUBLIC NOTICE
PUBLIC NOTICE OF PUBLIC
HEARING
FOR 2024
CAPITAL FUND PROGRAM
AND AMENDED ADMISSIONS AND CONTINUED OCCUPANCY POLICY
BERWICK HOUSING AUTHORITY
The Berwick Housing Authority will conduct a Public Hearing at 2:00 P.M., on Thursday, March 21, 2024, in the Community Room of the Housing Authority, 2751 Fifth St, P O Box 231, Berwick LA, 70342.
The purpose of the hearing is to obtain citizen in- put on the following subjects:
* The Housing Authority’s Capital Fund Program (CFP) 5-Year Action Plan for 2024-2028, which the Housing Auth- ority has formulated in compliance with HUD requirements..
* Amendment of the Admissions and Continued Occupancy Policy to include but not limited to the re- vised Flat Rents, Utility Allowances, and other items to comply with HUD requirements.
The Amended Admissions and Occupancy Policy and Capital Fund Plans are available for review at the Housing Authority Office at 2751 Fifth St, Berwick LA, 70342.
Those citizens unable to attend this hearing may submit their views in writing to:
Clarence Robinson, Executive Director
Berwick Housing Authority
2751 Fifth St., or P O Box 231
Berwick LA, 70342
Accommodations will be made for disabled and non English speaking individuals needing assistance, provided that the Housing Authority receives a three-day notice by calling the office at 985/385-1546.
Clarence Robinson,
Executive Director
Adv. Feb. 2, 2024

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PUBLIC NOTICE
Public Notice
City of
Patterson
Surplus
Equipment Sale
Bid opening: February 6, 2024, 6:00 pm
Item 1- Vehicle: 2006 Ford Truck White in color.
VIN 1FDSX205X6EC36691. The vehicle is not running. Mileage: dash caught on fire N/A Minimum bid - $100.00 BID AMOUNT $ —————— Sold as scrap.
Item 2 - Vehicle: 2006 Ford Crown Vic. Blue in color. VIN 1FAFP53261A254118. The vehicle is running. Mileage: un- known Minimum bid - $0.0 BID AMOUNT $ —————— Sold as scrap
Terms of sale:
1) The sale of each item shall be to the highest bidder on each item.
2) The sale of each item shall be at a price no less than the minimum price as shown.
3) Successful bidders will be given (10) days to close on the sale and have the vehicle removed. Failure to do so will result in forfeiture of the bid.
4) Each sale shall be without any warranty as to the condition of the item sold, not even as to return of the purchase price, and the Mayor is authorized to sign all instruments upon such other terms and conditions he deems reasonable in his sole discretion to make such sales.
For more in- formation concerning items, you can email steve.bierhorst@cityofpattersonla.gov or call 985-395-5205.
Vehicles can be seen at 428 Taft St. Patterson, La., call Terry Space @ 985-397-2198 be- fore going out.
All bids are to be sealed and marked, “Sealed Bid”. Bids shall be mailed to P. O. Box 367, Patterson, La. 70392, or delivered to the City Hall, 1314 Main Street, Patterson, Louisiana. Bids must be received on or before Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2024, by 6:00 PM.
Adv. Jan. 24, 26 and Feb. 2, 2024

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PUBLIC NOTICE
LEGAL NOTICE
Sixteenth
Judicial District Court
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PARISH OF
ST. MARY
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STATE OF
LOUISIANA
Pennymac Loan Services LLC
Vs. No. 137504 Div “E”
Randy Chautin, Jr. and Brittany B. Chautin
TAKE NOTICE, that by virtue of Order of Seizure and Sale issued out of the Honorable 16th Judicial District Court, in and for the Parish of St. Mary, and to me directed, in the above numbered and entitled suit, I have seized the following mentioned and described property, to wit:
That certain lot or parcel of land, lying and being situated in the Parish of St. Mary, State of Louisiana, known, designated and described as Lot Forty-One “J” (41-J) of the Bayou Vista Subdivision (or Clarke Subdivision) the said Lot Forty-One J (41-J) having a frontage on the East side of Neptune Road of Sixty-Eight and Six-Tenths (68.6’) feet, by a depth between parallel lines of One Hundred Fifty (150’) feet, all according to a map of said Subdivision “J” as drawn by T. F. Kramer, C. E. and Surveyor, of Franklin, Louisiana, of date October 1, 1959, and recorded in Book 11-G of Conveyances, Entry No. 107,843 of date April 19, 1960.
Together with all buildings and improvements thereon situated, and all rights, ways, privileges, servitudes and ap- purtenances thereunto belonging or in anywise appertaining; subject to restrictions, servitudes, rights-of-way and outstanding mineral rights of record affecting the property.
to satisfy the sum of ONE HUNDRED SIXTY SEVEN THOUSAND AND FOUR HUNDRED FIFTY AND 81/100 ($167,450.81) DOLLARS, with interest thereon at 4.1250% per an- num from November 01, 2022, until paid; all expenses incurred in enforcing the note and mortgage including reasonable attorney’s fees; if/as applicable, such other or additional amounts incurred or advanced for taxes, insurance premiums, special assessments, re- pairs to and/or maintenance of the property, for the protection, preservation, re- pair and recovery of the property, for the protection and preservation of the lien of the mortgage, for the protection and preservation of the mortgagee’s interest thereunder, and other amounts provided by the mortgage and ap- plicable law, such as late charges, escrow advances for the payment of taxes and insurance, corporate advances, property appraisals, inspection fees, prior attorney fees and expenses, abstract and title charges, NSF charges, at- torney fees and expenses, and other charges which plaintiff is permitted to prove by verified petition, verified supplemental petition, or affidavit filed or submitted before distribution by the sheriff of the proceeds of the judicial sale herein; and all law charges, fees and expenses incurred in connection or relating to this proceeding, including without limitation sheriff’s commission, sheriff’s costs and all costs of this proceedings, as well as all sheriff’s costs and commission
All successful bidders must have cash, cashier’s check or a verifiable letter of credit in favor of said bidder from a solvent bank, savings and loan association or other such financial institution authorized to do business in the state of Louisiana and full payment must be made on the date of sale. Letter must state that money is available on the date of sale.
I shall expose the same at public sale, for Cash, according to law WITH appraisement to the last and highest bidder, at the principal front door of the 1st floor lobby area of the Court House in the Parish of St. Mary, Town of Franklin, Louisiana, on Wednesday, the 6th day of March A.D., 2024, be- tween the legal hours commencing at 10 O’Clock A.M.
Sheriff’s Office
Parish of St. Mary, La.
Monday, 27th day of November A.D., 2023
BLAISE W. SMITH,
SHERIFF
By: Heidi Rineholt
Deputy Sheriff
Adv. Feb. 2 and 28, 2024

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PUBLIC NOTICE
LEGAL NOTICE
Sixteenth
Judicial District Court
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PARISH OF
ST. MARY
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STATE OF
LOUISIANA
U.S. Bank National Association as Trustee Successor In Interest to Wachovia Bank, National Association as Trustee for GSMPS 2004-1
Vs. No. 137199 Div “C”
Andra Green
Singleton A/K/A Andra Singleton; Individually and as Independent Administrator of the Succession of Carl A. Singleton, Deceased
TAKE NOTICE, that by virtue of Order of Seizure and Sale issued out of the Honorable 16th Judicial District Court, in and for the Parish of St. Mary, and to me directed, in the above numbered and entitled suit, I have seized the following mentioned and described property, to wit:
THAT CERTAIN LOT OF GROUND, lying and being situated in the corporate limits of the City of Morgan City, State of Louisiana, and forming a part of the Garber Tract, the map and plat of which is of due record in the Recorder’s Office of this Parish in the sale by V. J. Garber to Henry and Wiley Smith. The property herein conveyed being Lot Number Twenty-Two (22) of said tract, and bounded on the North by unknown owners; East by property now or formerly of B. O’Brien; South by Garber Street; and West by property now or formerly belonging to William Hall. Said lot having a width fronting on Garber Street of Fifty (50) feet and extending North between parallel lines One Hundred (100) feet, together with all buildings and improvements situated thereon.
Together with a 2002 Southern AK651, Mobile Home, Length 60’, Width 28’, Serial No. DSDAL-37028-AB
to satisfy the sum of FORTY SEVEN THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED EIGHTY AND 12/100 ($47,780.12) DOLLARS, with 4.5% percent interest thereon from July 1, 2021, until paid, together with ac- cumulated late charges, any additional amounts which petitioner has advanced or hereafter advances, as permitted by the Note and Mortgage, for taxes, insurance, assessments, repairs to and maintenance and preservation of the mortgaged property, together with Twenty-Five (25%) percent at- torney’s fees on the total amount of principal, interest and all current and future advances, and all costs of this proceedings As well as all Sheriff’s costs and commission.
All successful bidders must have cash, cashier’s check or a verifiable letter of credit in favor of said bidder from a solvent bank, savings and loan association or other such financial institution authorized to do business in the state of Louisiana and full payment must be made on the date of sale. Letter must state that money is available on the date of sale.
I shall expose the same at public sale, for Cash, according to law WITHOUT ap- praisement to the last and highest bidder, at the principal front door lobby area of the Court House in the Parish of St. Mary, Town of Franklin, Louisiana, on Wednesday, the 6th day of March A.D., 2024, between the legal hours commencing at 10 O’Clock A.M.
Sheriff’s Office
Parish of St. Mary, La.
Tuesday the 12th day of December A.D., 2023
BLAISE W. SMITH,
SHERIFF
By: Heidi Rineholt
Deputy Sheriff
Adv. Feb. 2 and 28, 2024

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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the St. Mary Parish Planning Commission will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on Tuesday, February 27, 2024 AT 5:45 P.M. in the Parish Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana, for the following purposes:
REZONE RE- QUEST:
Rezoning of property by John Darden from Single Family Residential (SR) Zoned District to Agricultural (AG) Zoned District located at 3850 Chitimacha Trail., Charenton, LA -Sec.27 T13S R9E;
-Parcel Id# 2145021013.00-1.25 Ac BD Teche – Grevemberg – Road – R Darden being Por No. 2 Joseph Armelin Et Al part per Plat CC 21066 Acq. 253 313259.
All persons are invited to this meeting to submit their approval or objections to the above Rezone Re- quest.
St. Mary Parish Planning & Zoning Commission
Barry Druilhet,
Chairman
Adv. Feb. 2, 9 and 16, 2024

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PUBLIC NOTICE
DECLARATION OF ELECTION RESULTS
Be it known and declared that the governing authority of the City of Morgan City, State of Louisiana (the “City”), did meet in open and public session to examine the official certified tabulations of votes cast at the special election held in the City on Saturday, October 14, 2023, and did examine and canvass the returns of the said election, there having been submitted at said election the following proposition, to wit:
PROPOSITION
(CHARTER AMENDMENT)
Shall Section 2-01(a) of the Home Rule Charter for the City of Morgan City be amended to read as follows:
(a) The legislative power of the city government shall be vested in a council consisting of five (5) members elected from single-member districts for four-year terms?
There was found by said count and canvass that there was a total of 1,927 votes cast IN FAVOR OF Proposition and a total of 636 votes cast AGAINST Proposition, as hereinabove set forth, and that there was a majority of 1,291 votes cast IN FAVOR OF Proposition as hereinabove set forth. Therefore, it has been declared by the governing authority of the City that the proposition as hereinabove set forth was duly CARRIED by a majority of the votes cast by the qualified electors voting at the said special election held in the City on Saturday, October 14, 2023. Results by precinct are available from the Clerk of the City during regular business hours or via the Louisiana Secretary of State’s website (voterportal.sos.la.gov). The actual cost of the election as determined by the Louisiana Secretary of State in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 8-A of Title 18 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended, is $572.02.
City of Morgan City, State of Louisiana
Adv. Feb. 2, 2024

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PUBLIC NOTICE
Post on door
January 31, 2024
CITY OF
PATTERSON
NOTICE OF PUBLIC
MEETING
February 6, 2024
A Public Meeting will be held as follows:
DATE: February 6, 2024
TIME: 6:00 PM
PLACE OF MEETING: City Hall, Council Meeting Room, 1314 Main Street, Patterson, Louisiana 70392
AGENDA
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1) MEETING CALLED TO ORDER BY THE MAYOR
2) INVOCATION
3) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4) ROLL CALL
5) APPROVAL OF THE January 9, 2024, MINUTES.
6) SUBMISSION OF MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT
7) PUBLIC COMMENT
8) GUEST
1) Linda Simmons – Patterson High School PTO – can shake
9) UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1) Open sealed bids for surplus property
2) Pat Gordon w/South Central Planning – Ordinance change on Patterson Zoning
10) NEW BUSINESS
1) Joe Lewis – Animal Warden – animal cruelty
11) ANNOUNCEMENTS
12) ENGINEERS REPORT
13) LEGAL MATTERS
14) ADJOURN
ANY AND ALL BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL WITH THEIR UNANIMOUS CONSENT
ADJOURN
Midge Bourgeois,
City Clerk
City of Patterson
1314 Main Street
Patterson, LA 70392
985-395-5205
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance, please contact Midge Bourgeois at 985-395-5205 or email: midge.bourgeois@cityofpattersonla.gov describing the necessary assistance.
“City of Patterson is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer”
Adv. Feb. 2, 2024

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Drug, fighting charges in local arrests this week

Thu, 02/01/2024 - 8:56am
Staff Report

(Editor’s note: The charges listed here and the narratives that go with them are provided by the police agencies that made the arrests. Guilt or innocence has not been determined in court.)

St. Mary deputies reported two arrests this week on drug charges, and Berwick officers booked four teenagers after a fight at school.

St. Mary

Sheriff Blaise Smith reported that over the last 24-hour reporting period, the Sheriff’s Office responded to 36 complaints and made these arrests:

--Breanna Lynn Hillebran, 25, Morgan City, was arrested at 6:43 p.m. Wednesday on charges of possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine, possession with intent to distribute synthetic cannabinoids, possession with intent to distribute alprazolam, possession of Schedule III drugs and transactions involving drug proceeds.

--Theron Batiste Jr., 47, Houston, was arrested at 5:36 p.m. Wednesday by the Narcotics Division on charges of maximum speed limit, possession of marijuana, possession of MDMA, possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Bail has not been set at this time.

--Ray Jovan Robertson, 34, Baldwin, was arrested at 11:21 a.m. Wednesday for a probation violation. Bail was set at $5,000.

--Darrell Jason Sides, 49, Morgan City, was arrested at 1:08 p.m. Wednesday on charges of reckless operation (no accident), driving while intoxicated and open container. Bail has not been set at this time.

Bail has not been set at this time.

--Arrie Sam, 18, Morgan City, was arrested at 10:19 p.m. Wednesday by the Narcotics Division on charges of illegal possession of stolen firearms, license plate lights required and failure to give proper signal, and on a warrant alleging theft of a motor vehicle

Bail has not been set at this time.

Berwick

Chief David S. Leonard reported that over the last 72-hour reporting period, the Berwick Police Department made these arrests:

--Juvenile female, 16, was arrested at 8:34 a.m. Monday on a charge of disturbing the peace (fighting).

--Juvenile female, 15, was arrested at 8:34 a.m. Monday on a charge of disturbing the peace (fighting).

--Juvenile female, 14, was arrested at 8:34 a.m. Monday on a charge of disturbing the peace (fighting).

--Juvenile female, 14, was arrested at 8:34 a.m. Monday on a charge of disturbing the peace (fighting).

About 7:34 a.m. Monday, the Berwick Police Department was advised by the school resource officer about a fight involving several juveniles that took place at one of the schools. Through investigation, four juveniles were arrested. All were transported to the Berwick Police Department, where they were booked and released to guardians pending a court hearing.

--Juvenile male, 16, was arrested at 10:49 a.m. Monday on charges of unlawful sale or purchase of tobacco products and disturbing the peace.

At 10:30 a.m. Monday, the Berwick Police Department received a call about a student at one of the local schools causing a verbal disturbance with faculty and other students of the school. It was also learned that the juvenile was in possession of a tobacco product vape.

The juvenile was placed under arrest by the school resource officer and transported to the Berwick Police Department, where he was booked and released to a guardian pending a court hearing.

--Anthony Cargo, 35, Berwick, was arrested at 10:40 p.m. Monday on a Morgan City warrant alleging failure to appear.

At 10:30 p.m. Monday, a traffic stop was conducted on a vehicle after a traffic violation was observed. During the course of the stop, officers made contact with Cargo and learned that he had an active warrant through the Morgan City Police Department.

Cargo was placed under arrest and transported to the Berwick Police Department for booking.

--Tayler Davis, 25, Duson, was arrested at 1 a.m. Tuesday on charges of possession of marijuana (under 14 grams), driving under suspension and tail lamps.

About 12:45 a.m. Tuesday, a traffic stop was conducted on a vehicle after it was observed to not have proper tail lights. Officers made contact with Davis and learned that his license was suspended.

Davis was also found to be in possession of marijuana. Davis was placed under arrest and released on a summons to appear in court.

--Keisha Howard, 48, Berwick, at 2:01 a.m. Tuesday on a charge of violation of a protective order.

--Don Williams, 46, Patterson, was arrested at 2:01 a.m. Tuesday on a charge of violation of a protective order (second offense).

About 1:32 a.m. Tuesday, the Berwick Police Department responded to a residence in reference to a disturbance. It was learned that Williams and Howard had active protective orders against each other.

Both were placed under arrest and transported to the Berwick Police Department, where they were booked on the above charges.

--Ericka Cuvillier, 34, Berwick, was arrested at 8 p.m. Tuesday on a Plaquemines Parish warrant alleging identity theft.

About 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, the Berwick Police Department was contacted by investigators with the Plaquemines Parish Sheriff’s Office, who advised that their agency held active warrants for Cuvillier and requested for officers to make contact with her. About 8 p.m., officers located Cuvillier at her residence. where she was placed under arrest without incident and transported to the Berwick Police Department. She was booked on the warrant.

Franklin

Chief Cedric Handy reported that the Franklin Police Department responded to eight complaints over the last 24-hour reporting period and made this arrest:

--Jerry Hall, 62, Hogan Lane, Franklin, was arrested at 1:32 p.m. Wednesday on a charge of battery of a dating partner. Hall was booked, processed and held with no bond set at the time of press release.

Local students make SLCC honors lists

Thu, 02/01/2024 - 8:47am

St. Mary students earned places on honors lists at South Louisiana Community College for fall 2023.
They were among the 524 SLCC students who were named to the Dean’s List for earning grade point averages of 3.40-3.99.
Also, 336 SLCC students are on the Chancellor’s Honor list for achieving GPAs of 4.0.
The local students are:
Chancellor’s Honor
Baldwin
—Brice Poche
Franklin
—Laci Broussard
—Matthew Kelly
—Maria Mendoza
—Morgan Sullivan
Morgan City
—Justin Bourgeois
—Robert Conner
—Crystal Donan San Juan Herrera
—Ethan Romaire
Patterson
—Zachary Dinge
Dean's List
Amelia
—Winnie Mabile
Baldwin
—Taylor Joseph
—Ethan LeJeune
Centerville
—Taylor Breaux
Charenton
— Riley Trahan
Franklin
—Desseray Boutte
—Abrea Gibson
—Barrett Landry
—Michelle Mitchell
—Violet Schreiber
—Evan Steiner
Morgan City
—Nicholas Black
—Emily Lahoste
—James Solar
Patterson
—Benjamin Jackson

Morgan City police radio logs for Jan. 31

Thu, 02/01/2024 - 8:46am

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.
Wednesday, Jan. 31
7:56 a.m. 700 block of Third Street; Animal.
8:22 a.m. 1100 block of McDermott Drive; Animal complaint.
10:06 a.m. 1100 block of Marguerite Street; 911 hang up.
11:10 a.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Complaint.
11:18 a.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Complaint.
11:45 a.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Complaint.
11:58 a.m. 900 block of Marguerite Street; Fight.
12:32 p.m. 2400 block of Pecan Street; Disturbance.
12:59 p.m. 1000 block of Pine Street; Complaint.
2:04 p.m. 900 block of Marguerite Street; Removal of subject.
3:25 p.m. 500 block of Bowman Street; Complaint.
3:28 p.m. Area of Brownell Homes; Discharging firearms.
3:45 p.m. 700 block of Martin Luther King Boulevard; Medical.
5:38 p.m. 200 block of Chennault Street; Complaint.
7:25 p.m. 5000 block of Railroad Avenue; Welfare check.
7:56 p.m. 700 block of David Drive; Assistance.
7:58 p.m. Railroad Avenue/Poncio Street; Suspicious subject.
9:18 p.m. 900 block of Second Street; 911 hang up.
9:47 p.m. Fifth/Greenwood streets; Loud music.
9:48 p.m. 1800 block of Sixth Street; Medical.
9:57 p.m. U.S. 90 West/La. 182 Onramp; Stalled vehicle.
10:53 p.m. 600 block of Martin Luther King Boulevard; Alarm.
11:04 p.m. U.S. 90 West/Berwick; DWI.

Three drug arrests in Morgan City; men detained on attempted murder charges in Baldwin, Assumption

Wed, 01/31/2024 - 12:51pm
Staff Report

(Editor’s note: The charges listed here and the narratives that go with them are provided by the police agencies that made the arrests. Guilt or innocence has not been determined in court.)

Morgan City police reported three arrests on drug charges Monday and Tuesday, while authorities in Baldwin and Assumption Parish made arrests on attempted murder charges after shootings.

Morgan City

Chief Chad M. Adams reported that the Morgan City Police Department responded to 46 calls for service over the last 24-hour reporting period and made these arrests:

--Bethany Rose White, 27, Aucoin Street, Morgan City, was arrested at 10:16 a.m. Tuesday on three counts of failure to pay fine (6th ward Morgan City Court) and five counts of failure to appear for trial (16th Judicial District Court).

--Leonard Allen, 57, La. 182, Morgan City, was arrested at 8:03 p.m. Tuesday on charges of possession of cocaine, possession of marijuana, driving under suspension and improper lighting.

--Thurman A. James, 42, Deerbrooke Park Boulevard, Humble, Texas, was arrested at 9:06 p.m. Tuesday on charges of possession of marijuana, possession of a legend drug (bupropion) and possession of drug paraphernalia.

--Monique Nichole Landry, 28, Julia Street, New Iberia, was arrested at 11:07 p.m. Tuesday on a charge of failure to appear for arraignment (6th Ward Morgan City Court).

--Christofer Paredes, 22, Lake Palourde Road, Amelia, was arrested at 7:41 p.m. Monday on a charge of possession of marijuana.

St. Mary

Sheriff Blaise Smith reported that over the last 24-hour reporting period, the Sheriff’s Office responded to 29 complaints and made this arrest:

--Sean Mitchell Holloway, 36, St. Martinville, was arrested at 6:55 p.m. Tuesday on an MCPD warrant alleging failure to appear on the charge of speeding. Holloway is being held for another agency.

Franklin

Chief Cedric Handy reported that the Franklin Police Department responded to seven complaints over the last 24-hour reporting period and made this arrest:

--Lacy Foco, 34, Carl C. Foulcard Drive, Franklin, was arrested at 4:13 p.m. Tuesday on a warrant for Jeanerette City Court alleging failure to appear on charges of speeding, driving under suspension, no insurance and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Foco was booked, processed and transported to Jeanerette Police Department.

Baldwin

Chief Anthony Gibson reported this arrest:

--Devon Marks 27, Baldwin, was arrested Tuesday on charges of attempted second-degree murder, illegal possession of a firearm by a convicted felon and illegal carrying of a weapon.

The arrest resulted from a shooting that happened Sunday in the Bollard Street area. After investigating and speaking with community members, officers were able to secure an arrest warrant.

Marks was transported to St Mary Parish LEC on a $600,000 Bond.

Gibson thanked his officers along with the Jeanerette and Franklin police departments and the St. Mary Parish Sheriff’s Office for locating Marks.

Gibson reminds everyone that if you see something, say something.

Assumption

Sheriff Leland Falcon reported this arrest:

--Omerion Rashad Watts, 19, Windy Oaks Drive, Aransas Pass, Texas, was arrested Monday on an attempted second-degree murder charge.

The arrest followed a shooting near Paincourtville on Monday afternoon.

Deputies responded to the 6000 block of Grant Road. Deputies located one individual who had sustained multiple gunshot wounds. The individual was transferred to a health care facility for treatment.

Detectives determined that the victim and the suspect, now identified as Watts, were engaged in a conversation. Watts fired multiple shots, striking the victim. Detectives continue to investigate events leading up to the shooting.

Approximately one hour later, Watts was located in a nearby structure and arrested.

Watts was also wanted on a fugitive warrant from the Gonzales Police Department alleging domestic abuse battery (child endangerment).

He was booked into the Assumption Parish Detention Center with bond set at $1 million.

The victim continues to recover from his injuries.

Morgan City police radio logs for Jan. 30-31

Wed, 01/31/2024 - 12:23pm

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, Jan. 30
8:18 a.m. 6600 block of La. 182; Vehicle accident.
8:43 a.m. Marquis Manor; Alarm.
8:47 a.m. 1100 block of Marguerite Street; Vehicle accident.
9:07 a.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Complaint.
10:05 a.m. 1300 block of Oil Tank Alley; Subject removal.
10:44 a.m. 400 block of Oregon Street; Complaint.
11 a.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Arrest.
11:42 a.m. 200 block of Everett Street; Complaint.
11:52 a.m. Walnut Street; Suspicious vehicle.
12:14 p.m. 1100 block of Marguerite Street; Animal complaint.
12:15 p.m. 500 block of Marshall Street; Welfare check.
12:38 p.m. 900 block of Cherry Street; Subject removal.
12:50 p.m. 7100 block of Park Road; Medical.
1:51 p.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Complaint.
2:20 p.m. 1100 block of Marguerite Street; Alarm.
3:17 p.m. 2400 block of Apple Street; Domestic.
5:09 p.m. 1100 block of Brashear Avenue; Vehicle accident.
5:52 p.m. 7800 block of La. 182; Alarm.
6:49 p.m. 1100 block of General Clark Street; Civil.
7:07 p.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Medical.
7:15 p.m. 7800 block of La. 182; Alarm.
7:39 p.m. 1000 block of Railroad Avenue; Arrest.
8:35 p.m. 300 block of Wren Street; Arrest.
8:47 p.m. 6300 block of La. 182; Arrest.
9:27 p.m. 500 block of Terrebonne Street; Reckless operation.
9:42 p.m. 600 block of Brashear Avenue; Hit and run.
10:40 p.m. 600 block of Aucoin Street; Arrest.
Wednesday, Jan. 31
2:45 a.m. 6000 block of La. 182; Suspicious subject.
3:42 a.m. Duke/Ninth streets; Suspicious subject.

Dionysus, Hannibal next up for Mardi Gras

Wed, 01/31/2024 - 11:08am
DIANE MILLER FEARS, Lifestyles Editor

As Mardi Gras day draws near, local krewes will have two balls each weekend leading up to the big day.
The krewes of Dionysus and Hannibal will each present a tableau Saturday.
Six area Mardi Gras parades will be held in the Tri-City area beginning Feb. 9 and ending on Mardi Gras day.
Ball patrons are reminded that tableaus begin promptly and everyone should be seated prior to the krewe’s stated start time. Some krewes lock entry doors up to 15 minutes before the start of the event, therefore early arrival is recommended.
Krewe of Dionysus
The Krewe of Dionysus will host its coronation at 8 p.m. on Saturday at the Berwick Civic Complex. Floor seating is invitation only.
Public viewing is available in the balcony.
A farewell appearance will be made by King and Queen Dionysus XLIV Jason Romero and Alex Romero.
Dionysus’ parade in Berwick will begin at 2 p.m. Feb. 10.
The procession will line up on Gilmore Drive and turn on John Street, Robichaux Street, Mount Street, Gilmore Drive, right on La. 182, Tournament Boulevard, Fairview Drive then to Pattie Drive, where it will disband at Berwick Junior High School.
Krewe of Hannibal
The Krewe of Hannibal will celebrate with a ball at 8 p.m. Saturday at the Morgan City Municipal Auditorium. This is an invitation-only event.
Bidding adieu will be royalty XLIII — King Hannibal Kendrick Garner and Queen Cleopatra Trang Ho.
Krewe members will parade behind the Krewe of Galatea procession at 2 p.m. Feb. 11 in Morgan City.
Krewe of Amani
The Krewe of Amani’s coronation is 8 p.m. Feb. 10 at the Patterson Area Civic Center. This is an invitation-only event.
Making a farewell appearance will be King and Queen Amani XXIV Donald “Brick” Triggs Sr. and Veronica Brooks.
Amani will hold its Lundi Gras parade at 2 p.m. Feb. 12 in Patterson. Officials say the tentative route is for the procession to line up at Patterson High School and proceed down La. 182 (Main Street) and end at the Place Norman Shopping Center.
Krewe of Hephaestus
The oldest area krewe, the Krewe of Hephaestus, will hold its carnival court at 8 p.m. Feb. 10 at the auditorium. Floor seating is invitation only.
Free public viewing is available from the balcony.
Taking to the stage for a final appearance will be King and Queen Hephaestus LXIII Eric Melancon and Anna Armato.
Krewe members will parade at 2 p.m. Fat Tuesday in Morgan City. The procession will organize on Sixth and Sycamore streets and proceed down Sixth Street to Marguerite Street, Ninth Street, Clothilde Street, and Victor II Boulevard, ending at the auditorium on Myrtle Street.
Parade Summaries
—Krewe of Adonis: Friday, Feb. 9, 7 p.m., Morgan City.
—Krewe of Dionysus: Saturday, Feb. 10, 2 p.m., Berwick.
—Krewe of Galatea: Sunday, Feb. 11, 2 p.m., Morgan City.
—Krewe of Amani: Monday, Feb. 12, 2 p.m., Patterson.
—Krewe of Hera: Monday, Feb. 12, 7 p.m., Morgan City.
—Krewe of Hephaestus: Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2 p.m., Morgan City.

Krewe of Amani's Kids

Wed, 01/31/2024 - 10:51am

Tramol’s Creations
Krewe of Amani’s Kids presented Steve Troy Bailey Jr. and Makayla Parker as its king and queen Saturday during a ball held at the Patterson Area Civic Center. The king depicted King Candy and the queen was Queen Frostine in keeping with the theme “Krewe of Amani’s Kids in Candy Land.”

BAYOU HORSESHOE PITCHERS 2023 AWARDS

Wed, 01/31/2024 - 10:47am

2023 Bayou Horseshoe Pitchers Association Annual Awards
City Singles Champion: Angela Percle; Doubles City Champions: Pat Pertuit and Larry Pertuit. Most Improved: Linda Dodson (30’) and Warren Raymond (40’). Rookie of the Year: John Bailey.
Players of the Year: Tim Gilmore (30’) and Warren Raymond (40’). Sportsman of the Year: Al Graham (30’) and Warren Raymond (40’).
Spring League Champs: “The Champs,” Travis Bourdier, Tyler Bourdier, Craig Rink (Team Captain) and Jim Guzdial.
Summer League Champs: “Ring A Roos,” Tim Gilmore, Glenn Caillouet, Warren Raymond (Team Captain) and Calvin Johnson.
Spring Awards
Tim Gilmore – 30 ft. High Ringer 59.7%, High Point game average 81.4 game, High Scratch game 100 points, High Ringer game 80%, High Handicap 112 points.
Burnie Williams – Best W/L Record 22-88 - 73.3%, 30’ 50% game patch; Travis Bourdier – 40 ft. High game over average - 26.8 pts.; Julius Lovell – 40% ringer game patch; Clyde Landry – 50% ringer game Patch;
Mary Guzdial – 30’ High game over average – 15.7 pts.; Dale Pearce – High Scratch Game – tie 66 pts.; John Bailey – 10% ringer game patch; Dwain Arceneaux – 40’ High Ringer 34.5%, High Point Game average 51.4, High Scratch game – tie 66 pts.; Mark Ordogne – 30% ringer game patch; Hewitt Gautreaux 30% ringer game patch; and Clay Canty – 50% ringer game.
Summer Awards
Clyde Landry – 60% ringer game patch; Tim Gilmore – 30’ High Ringer 62.2%, High Point game average 83.7, High Scratch game 111 points – (city record), High Ringer game 90% (city/state record), High Handicap 119 points – (city record), Best W/L Record 20 – 4 - 83.3%, 30’ High game over average – 27.3 pts., 90% ringer game patch; Dale Pearce – 40 ft. High Ringer 32.0%, High Point Game average 50.9, High Scratch game – 77 pts. 40 ft. high game over average 29.7 pts.;
Tim Hayles – High Scratch average 55.0 pts.; Burnie Williams – 70% ringer game patch; Matthew Strickland – 30% ringer game patch; Travis Bourdier – 30’ 50% ringer game patch; Julius Lovell – 60% ringer game patch; Warren Raymond – 30% ringer game patch; Kevin Kinslow – 30% ringer Game patch; and Clay Canty – 60% ringer game patch.

BISHOP MARIO EDUARDO DORSONVILLE

Wed, 01/31/2024 - 10:35am

October 31, 1960 — January 19, 2024
On Friday, January 19th, 2024, Mario Eduardo Dorsonville, beloved shepherd and priest, passed away at age sixty-three. Bishop Dorsonville was born on October 31, 1960, in Bogota, Colombia, the only child of Leonor M. Rodriguez and Carlos J. Dorsonville.
He began his formation for a life in service to the Church at the Major Seminary of the Archdiocese of Bogota, where he earned bachelor’s degrees in philosophy and sacred theology. He was ordained to the priesthood on November 23, 1985, in Bogota, and subsequently served in various pastoral and academic roles in Bogota and Arlington, Virginia.
Bishop Dorsonville’s commitment to academic excellence led him to receive a Licentiate in Sacred Theology from the Pontificia Universidad Javeriana de Bogota in 1991 and a Doctorate in Ministry from the Catholic University of America in 1996. Throughout his studies, he continued to serve communities both in Colombia and the United States.
In 1997, Bishop Dorsonville began his service within the Archdiocese of Washington as Parochial Vicar of Our Lady of Lourdes parish in Bethesda, Maryland, followed by roles at St. Mark the Evangelist parish in Hyattsville, Maryland, and on the Board of Directors for Carroll Publishing Company. His dedication to social services and community welfare was evident in his role as the Vice President of Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington and Director of the Spanish Catholic Center from 2005 to 2015.
On March 20, 2015, Bishop Dorsonville was appointed as an Auxiliary Bishop for the Archdiocese of Washington by Pope Francis and ordained to the episcopate on April 20, 2015. He served as Vicar General for the Archdiocese from 2015 to 2023 and played key roles in various boards, committees, and councils, including the Maryland Catholic Conference, and Catholic Charities.
Bishop Dorsonville chaired the Migration and Refugee Services Committee for the USCCB from 2019 to 2022 and served on several other committees dedicated to the Church’s social teachings. His tireless efforts in advocating for justice, human development, migration, and refugees reflected his deep commitment to the Gospel’s teachings.
On February 1, 2023, Bishop Dorsonville was announced as bishop for the Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux in South Louisiana. In his brief yet impactful tenure there, he demonstrated a commitment to be with his people. Over the span of 10 months, he touched countless lives through heartfelt Masses, engaging students through school visits, and active participation in community events. His infectious smile and genuine care for everyone resonated deeply with the people of his new diocese. He hoped for a future where children, college students, and young adults would experience a conversion of heart and a commitment to a life dedicated to the Gospel message. Bishop Dorsonville’s passion was for all people, and in a particular way for those in underserved communities. His profound desire for the spiritual well-being of the community reflected a profound hope, and his legacy lives on in the hearts of those he touched during his time as their shepherd.
As we mourn the loss of Bishop Mario E. Dorsonville, we remember a loving shepherd, a passionate leader, and a man of unwavering faith. His legacy of service and dedication to social justice will continue to inspire and guide us. May he rest in eternal peace, and may his soul find solace in the loving embrace of our Lord.
In loving memory of Bishop Dorsonville, a visitation and memorial service will be held on Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at the Cathedral of St. Francis de Sales. The visitation will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., followed by Evening Prayer at 5:30 p.m., and a Memorial Mass for the Dead at 7:00 p.m. On Thursday, February 1, 2024, the Funeral Rites continue at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral with a visitation starting at 8:00 a.m. and concluding at 2:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be held at 2:00 p.m. with a burial to follow on the grounds of St. Joseph Co-Cathedral. Afterwards, a reception will be hosted at the Thibodaux Regional Wellness Center.
Bishop Dorsonville had a special love and commitment to the priesthood and the formation of priests. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Bishop Mario E. Dorsonville Seminarian Scholarship Endowment through the Catholic Foundation of South Louisiana.
Online condolences can be given at www.landrysfuneralhome.com
Landry’s Funeral Home, Inc. is entrusted with the arrangements.

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