Happy birthday Jasmine Monroe from family, friends and Ira … Happy birthday Thursday to Texas Granny and belated happy birthday Paw Paw James, who celebrated Tuesday, we love you, Douglas, Reid and Wesley.
Let’s talk about the weather. Even if you’re a climate change skeptic, you cannot deny that weather patterns have affected your life in some way in the past five to 10 years.
Here in Louisiana, for example, many experienced unprecedented flooding in 2016. Then, in 2021, we were hit with deep freezes, Hurricane Ida and the third-wettest year on record.
According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Admin-istration, 2022 so far has brought nine separate billion-dollar weather and climate disasters to the United States — including extreme drought, heat, tornado outbreaks and hail. July 2022 was the third-hottest year on record for the United States and, on Earth, its sixth hottest year to date.
Today, the carbon dioxide levels in the Earth’s atmosphere are nearly 420 parts per million, the highest they have been for at least the past 800,000 years.
So, what am I getting at here? What can you do about it? As a gardener, you can have a much larger impact on climate change than you may think. According to the USDA’s Arbor Day Foundation, a single mature tree can pull 48 pounds of carbon dioxide out of the atmosphere in one year.
Need more convincing? Here are some facts on the impact trees have on the climate. Trees absorb greenhouse gasses like carbon dioxide from the atmosphere during photosynthesis and store it as a carbon molecule in the plants’ wood, roots and leaves in a process known as carbon sequestration. And in exchange, trees make oxygen that we breathe. We simply could not live without plants.
Trees keep us comfortable with shade, helping us save on energy costs. Trees standing within 60 feet of a home can reduce home energy expenditures and carbon emissions by cooling the house in summer and insulating it from cold winds during the winter. Large trees provide greater energy reductions than small trees. Large trees located on the west side of a house can reduce carbon dioxide emissions almost seven-fold compared to a smaller tree.
Trees also keep our communities cooler. Just take a walk anywhere. If you are like me, you prefer a shaded walk to one in full sun. Lastly, the shade from trees help the soil retain moisture in addition to supporting biodiversity by creating habitats for wildlife species.
With a smattering of tropical storms and hurricanes over the past several years — Gustav, Rita, Harvey, Delta, Laura and, of course, Katrina in 2005 — many homeowners have undoubtedly experienced the damage of falling limbs and trees. I understand the hesitation of planting trees around the home; however, by selecting trees that can withstand hurricane-force winds, you can limit damage with the added benefits for climate change.
When choosing trees to plant, consider their ability to stand up to hurricane-force winds. Trees that have the highest resistance to winds are slow-growing, hardwood trees with deep radial roots and a strong central taproot. Native tree species are a great place to start.
The natural dominant trunk habit in large trees allows them to tolerate strong winds. Scientists at the University of Florida have conducted research that indicates that live oaks, Southern magnolias, bald cypress and sabal palms are excellent choices.
In addition, trees such as American elm, black locust, cow oak, green ash, hackberry, hop hornbeam, hollies, ironwood, nuttall oak, pond cypress, river birch, sweet bay magnolia, sweetgum, sycamore, swamp chestnut oak, spruce pine, tulip tree, willow oak and many other natives have excellent wind resistance.
Some trees to avoid placing near the home that have the least wind resistance are laurel oaks, pecans, water oaks, Chinese elms and, unfortunately, many pines.
If you have plenty of acreage, plant any and all types of tree. Also consider that trees continue storing carbon long after they have fallen. Allow trees to naturally decay in the woods where carbon can be slowly released and taken up by the ground, mushrooms, insects and animals. By keeping the logs and branches on the forest floor, you can provide additional climate benefits while providing new habitat for toads, frogs, salamanders and many other species.
The bottom line is you can make a difference in your landscape to change the world for the better by planting more trees. Any time is a good time to plant trees, but especially the fall and winter. So go for it! Plant more trees, please.
DEAR ABBY: My daughter is in eighth grade at a small private school. The problem is, she doesn’t have any friends there. Away from school she makes friends easily. But around classmates she has known for years, she’s quiet and awkward.
She isn’t invited to parties or other fun activities. She wants to make friends and join in conversations but doesn’t know how. (I’m no help. I had the same problem at her age.) Her dad and I tell her high school will be easier, but she doesn’t want to wait. Do you have something that might help her?
MOM OF AN OUTSIDER IN MISSOURI
DEAR MOM: By the time seventh grade rolls around, “cliques” have usually solidified, and the members are not generous about admitting outsiders. I agree that things will improve when your daughter gets into high school. As freshmen, everyone starts out on equal footing, and because classes are larger and students are funneling in from other schools, there’s more opportunity to meet new people. I speak from experience. I was excluded when I moved to a new school in seventh grade, and I know how it felt.
The subject of social dexterity has been in my column before because readers of all ages ask about it. It’s important to understand that few individuals are born socially adept. It’s a skill that must be learned, then polished until it becomes second nature. Part of being social is showing an interest in others. A smile is an excellent icebreaker, and one of the secrets of being charming is being a good listener.
The keys to being liked by both sexes are simple: Be kind. Be honest. Be tactful. Offer a compliment — but only if it’s deserved. Be well groomed, tastefully dressed and conscious of your posture. Confident individuals stand tall. Another useful icebreaker is to ask others what they think and be open to listening to their opinions. Be a good listener and people will think you’re a genius.
I publish a booklet, “How To Be Popular,” for people of all ages. It contains many other useful tips for polishing social skills. You can order one for your daughter by sending your name and address, plus a check or money order for $8, to: Dear Abby Popularity Booklet, P.O. Box 447, Mount Morris, IL 61054-0447.
Some people are anxious socially because they become so focused on their own insecurities, it distracts them from reaching out. The solution to that is: Concentrate on the OTHER person. If your daughter tries it, she will find that it works.
DEAR ABBY: One of my co-workers comes to work with different clothes all the time. I overheard her telling another co-worker she buys clothes, hides the tags, then returns them after she wears them. She said she avoids wearing perfume so the clothes don’t “smell.” She also pays cash. In my opinion, this is a form of stealing. Your thoughts?
WORKING WITH A THIEF
DEAR WORKING: I agree with you. While there is nothing you can do about it, it may comfort you to know that when this happens repeatedly, some stores refuse to sell more items to the perpetrator.
Warner Thomas, who led Ochsner Health through a rapid expansion that included assuming operations at Morgan City's hospital, is resigning to lead a California hospital network.
He'll be succeeded at Ochsner by Peter November, the health system's executive vice president and chief financial officer, Nov. 1.
Thomas was Ochsner's CEO in 2018, when LifePoint Health of Tennessee announced it would opt out of the lease under which it ran what was then Teche Regional Medical Center in Morgan City. LifePoint's departure after years of losses totaling in the millions threatened to close the hospital, which is owned by St. Mary Parish Hospital Service District No. 2.
In 2019, Ochsner announced that it would step in to run the hospital, renamed Ochsner St. Mary, under lease.
Then-state Rep. Sam Jones, D-Franklin, credited Gov. John Bel Edwards with persuading Thomas to assume operations at the hospital.
At about the same time, Ochsner entered partnerships with Lafayette General, Acadiana's largest hospital, as part of the expansion that more than tripled Ochsner's payroll to 53,000. Ocshner is Louisiana's largest private employer.
Ochsner is a non-for-profit network of 22 hospitals, 12,000 aligned physicians and over $14 billion in revenue in 2021.
“Since joining Ochsner in 1998, and assuming the role of President and CEO in 2012, Warner has been instrumental in our growth and success. Under Warner’s leadership, Ochsner Health has expanded across Louisiana and the Gulf South and built a national reputation for quality and excellence,” said Andy Wisdom, chair of Ochsner Health’s Board of Directors, in a press release.
“Warner’s legacy will live on at Ochsner for many years to come. On behalf of the entire Board of Directors, we are grateful for Warner’s visionary leadership, and we wish him the very best in this next chapter.”
He has championed workforce development programs and assisted in the creation of academic partnerships with universities and technical colleges across the region to build a pipeline of healthcare professionals for generations to come. His vision to improve the health of our region includes Ochsner’s Healthy State by 2030 initiative with an ambitious goal to raise Louisiana in national health rankings to 40th by 2030 backed by a $100 million initial investment.
“Leading Ochsner Health over the past 10 years will be one of the greatest accomplishments of my career,” Thomas said. “I leave Ochsner with a tremendous amount of pride and satisfaction, but also a tremendous confidence in the future of the organization and the great accomplishments that are yet to come. With Pete at the helm and the exceptional leadership team in place, Ochsner Health will continue to navigate the challenges brought on by a changing healthcare landscape.”
Since joining Ochsner in 2012, November has held numerous senior leadership positions within the organization with responsibility ranging from operations and finance to partnership development and digital health. Through these roles, he has been involved in nearly every aspect of the organization. Notably, during his tenure at Ochsner, November spearheaded the development of Ochsner LSU Health System of North Louisiana, creating meaningful impact within the region through the hiring of more than 300 physicians, expansion of behavioral health services and investment of more than $200 million.
“Pete is an exemplary leader who has a deep understanding of Ochsner Health, our patients and the communities we serve,” said Wisdom. “Over the last several years we’ve developed a clear leadership succession plan, and the Board’s unanimous vote is a strong signal of our confidence in Pete to build on Ochsner’s foundation of excellence to ensure we remain strong for many years to come.”
“This organization is an incredibly special place, and I am grateful to the Board for the opportunity to help shape its bright future,” said November. “It is a privilege to partner with our 36,000 employees and physicians to meet the needs and exceed the expectations of the communities we serve. As the leading health system in the Gulf South, I take seriously the responsibility we have to fulfill our mission, deliver innovative care and keep Ochsner strong for years to come.”
Before joining Ochsner in 2012, November served as executive vice president, general counsel and head of acquisitions for LHC Group Inc., one of the nation’s largest providers of post-acute healthcare services headquartered in Lafayette, La. Prior to LHC Group Inc., he was an equity partner with Alston & Bird, an international law firm, where he helped a wide range of healthcare organizations navigate growth and complex partnerships for more than 14 years.
A Kentucky native, November earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Juris Doctorate from the University of Kentucky. For nearly 15 years, November has called Louisiana home with his wife and two adult children. He is an active member of the community and currently serves on the Board of Trustees for the National World War II Museum.
Ochsner said that over the coming weeks, the Ochsner Health Board of Directors and senior leadership team will work together to ensure a smooth transition of leadership.
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.
Monday, Sept. 12
6:48 a.m. 1000 block of Pine Street; Medical.
8:41 a.m. 900 block of Chestnut Drive; Medical.
8:48 a.m. 2400 block of Tiger Drive; Suspicious person.
8:50 a.m. 2400 block of Maple Street; Patrol request.
8:51 a.m. 700 block of Fifth Street; Animal complaint.
8:54 a.m. 500 block of Willow Street; Medical.
9:29 a.m. 200 block of Fourth Street; Animal complaint.
9:44 a.m. 6000 block of La. 182; Theft.
9:58 a.m. 1000 block of La. 70; Accident.
10:11 a.m. 7200 block of La. 182; Disturbance.
11:46 a.m. 400 block of Fifth Street; Animal complaint.
12:07 p.m. 100 block of Halsey Street; Medical.
12:17 p.m. Feder-al/Brashear avenues; Suspicious person.
12:42 p.m. 600 block of Arenz Street; Assistance.
1:38 p.m. 1200 block of Brashear Avenue; Suspicious person.
2:37 p.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Welfare check.
3:17 p.m. 700 block of Arenz Street; Complaint.
3:42 p.m. 2000 block of Federal Avenue; Juvenile complaint.
3:55 p.m. Seventh Street; Complaint.
5:06 p.m. Youngs Road; Complaint.
5:26 p.m. 1100 block of Marguerite Street; Complaint.
6:11 p.m. Justa Street and Karen Drive; Suspicious subject.
6:19 p.m. Laurel Street; Suspicious vehi-cle.
6:38 p.m. 1100 block of Hickory Street; Three arrests.
6:54 p.m. 1400 block of Railroad Avenue; Assistance.
6:59 p.m. 1000 block of Brashear Avenue; Arrest.
8:01 p.m. 100 block of Oak Street; Complaint.
8:29 p.m. 1000 block of Clothilde Street; Alarm.
10:12 p.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Alarm.
11:42 p.m. Seventh Street and Brashear Avenue; Traffic incident.
Tuesday, Sept. 13
12:26 a.m. Federal Avenue and Freret Street; Assistance.
1:07 a.m. Cottonwood Street and La. 182; Suspicious subject.
1:26 a.m. Egle and Second streets; Suspicious subject.
1:30 a.m. 700 block of Belanger Street; Medical.
2:06 a.m. Sycamore and Sixth streets; Arrest.
2:24 a.m. Terrebonne and Shannon streets; Two arrests.
3:13 a.m. 7400 block of La. 182; Arrest.
Fall League
Week 3
.................................W L
Drunken Gator........15.5 12.0
No Chance ..............15 12
Ring ’Em U............14.5 12.5
Teche Mafia.............14 13
Freedom Ringers......12.5 14.5
Double Ringer...........10 17
High scratch point average: (30’) Tim Gilmore 81.4, Jimmy Percle 53.9 and Angela Percle 46.3; and (40’) Randy Giroir 50.3, Clyde Landry 50.1 and Dwain Arceneaux 50.0.
High individual ringer percentage: (30’) Gilmore 55.8, J. Percle 40.8 and A. Percle 23.6; and (40’) Arceneaux 34.6, Landry 33.3 and Glenn Miller 32.5.
High scratch game: (30’) Gilmore 91, J. Percle 73 and A. Percle 58; and (40’) Arceneaux 68, Landry 67 and Giroir 64.
Most ringers: (one night) Gilmore 76, Percle 57 and Arceneaux 48; and (one game) Gilmore 29, Arceneaux 21, Landry 20, J. Percle 20, Miller 18, Giroir 18 and Dale Pearce 16.
Most points one night: Gilmore 255, J. Percle 200, Arceneaux 173, Giroir 173, A. Percle 164 and Landry 155; and best won-loss record: Arceneaux 6-0, Tim Hayles 7-2, Miller 6-3, J. Percle 4-2, Jim Guzdial 4-2 and Hilton Rhodes 4-2.
Most points one night – team: Ring ’Em Up 483 and Drunken Gators 424; most ringers one night – team: Ring ’Em Up 111, Double Ringers 100 and Drunken Gators 100; and high game over average: Landry 19.4 and A. Percle 6.7.
Week 4
.........................................W L
No Chance........................21 15
Drunken Gators ...............20 16
Ring ’Em Up ...................18.5 17.5
Teche Mafia .....................18 18
Freedom Ringers .............17.5 18.5
Double Ringers...................13 23
High scratch point average: (30’) Tim Gilmore 81.4, Jimmy Percle 62.4 and Angela Percle 46.3; and (40’) Randy Giroir 50.0, Dwain Arceneaux 50.0, Clyde Landry 47.7 and Dale Pearce 46.5.
High individual ringer percentage: (30’) Gilmore 55.8, J. Percle 43.1 and A. Percle 23.3; and (40’) Arceneaux 33.2, Landry 31.9 and Giroir 30.4.
High scratch game: (30’) Gilmore 91, J. Percle 73 and A. Percle 58; and (40’) Arceneaux 68, Landry 67 and Giroir 64.
Most ringers: (one night) Gilmore 76, Percle 57 and Arceneaux 48; and (one game) Gilmore 29, Arceneaux 21, Landry 20, J. Percle 20, Miller 18, Giroir 18 and Pearce 16; and most points one night: Gilmore 255, J. Percle 200, Arceneaux 173, Giroir 173, A. Percle 164 and Landry 155.
Best won-loss record: Arceneaux 7-0, J. Percle 7-2, Tim Hayles 9-3, Giroir 8-4, Glenn Miller 8-4 and Jim Guzdial 4-2; most points one night – team: Ring ’Em Up 483 and Drunken Gators 424; most ringers one night – team: Ring ’Em Up 111, Double Ringers 100 and Drunken Gators 100; and high game over average: Landry 19.4 and A. Percle 9.7.
(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.)
Monday and Tuesday arrests by local police agencies included two on domestic abuse charges and three alleging drug possession.
Morgan City
Interim Police Chief Mark E. Griffin Jr. reported that the Morgan City Police Department responded to 50 calls for service over the last 24-hour reporting period and made these arrests:
--Janice R. Carrington, 39, Cross Road No. 2, Morgan City, was arrested at 9:44 a.m. Monday on a charge of theft (under $1,000).
--Chad Linton Hurst, 38, La. 182, Morgan City, was arrested at 10:28 a.m. Monday on a charge of domestic abuse battery.
--Donald Ray Watts Jr., 36, North Highway 7, Hot Springs Village, Arkansas, was arrested at 5:21 p.m. Monday on a charge of disturbing the peace (intoxicated).
--Demarcus S. Roy, 29, Mallard Street, Morgan City, was arrested at 7:11 p.m. Monday on two counts of failure to appear to pay fine (6th Ward Morgan City Court).
--Jasmine Tamia Jackson, 21, Wren Street, Morgan City, was arrested at 2:51 a.m. Tuesday on a charge of possession of marijuana.
--Wynesha Deasia Webb, 19, Wren Street, Morgan City, was arrested at 2:51 a.m. Tuesday on a charge of a possession of marijuana.
--Brandon Kelsey Young, 29, James Avenue, Farmerville, was arrested at 3:20 a.m. Tuesday on a charge of failure to appear for trial (6th Ward Morgan City Court).
St. Mary
Sheriff Blaise Smith reported that over the last 24-hour reporting period, the Sheriff’s Office responded to 40 complaints and made these arrests:
--Juvenile female, 14, Patterson, was arrested at 3 p.m. Monday on a charge of disturbing the peace (fighting). The juvenile was released into the custody of a guardian pending juvenile court proceedings.
--Juvenile female, 14, Patterson, was arrested at 3 p.m. Monday on a charge of disturbing the peace (fighting). The juvenile was released into the custody of a guardian pending juvenile court proceedings.
--Frankie Marcell Pilote Jr., 30, Patterson, was arrested at 2:43 p.m. Monday on three warrants alleging failure to appear on the charges of criminal neglect of family (two counts) and possession of firearm or carrying weapon by a convicted felon. Bail has not been set.
--Kenya N. Patterson, 30, New Iberia, was arrested at 10:39 p.m. Monday on an Assumption Parish Sheriff’s Office warrant alleging failure to appear on the charge of possession of heroin. Patterson is being held for another agency.
--Zackery Johnson, 36, Bayou Vista, was arrested at 10:58 p.m. Monday on charges of possession of marijuana and possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine. Bail has not been set.
Patterson
Police Chief Garrett Grogan reported this arrest:
--Chad N. Legrange, 21, Main Street, Patterson, was arrested at 2:30 p.m. Monday on a charge of simple assault. Lagrange paid a cash fine of $230 and was released.
Franklin
Police Chief Morris Beverly reported that the Franklin Police Department responded to nine complaints over the last 24-hour reporting period and made this arrest:
--Tia'Asia Williams, 22, Easy Street, Franklin, turned herself into the Franklin Police Depart-ment at 5:46 p.m. Monday on a warrant for 3rd Ward City Court alleging failure to appear on the charge of simple battery. Williams was booked, processed and released on a $350 bond.
Assumption
Sheriff Leland Falcon reported this arrest:
-- Mems Edwards III, 38, La. 404, White Castle, was arrested Friday on charges of second-degree battery and battery of a dating partner.
Deputies were dispatched Sept. 8 to the 100 block of Day Springs Street in Belle River and made contact with the complainant-victim, who advised that she was a passenger in the suspect’s vehicle when an argument erupted.
That argument turned violent, resulting in the suspect, identified as Edwards, repeatedly striking and causing noticeable injuries to the victim. The suspect departed the area prior to the investigating deputy’s arrival.
At the conclusion of the investigation, deputies obtained arrest warrants for Edwards.
The Iberville Parish Sheriff’s Office arrested Edwards on Friday. Edwards was transported to and booked into the Assumption Parish Detention Center and released on a $10,000 bond.
A woman died in a recreational vehicle fire Friday in Amelia, the State Fire Marshal's Office said.
The investigation continues, the fire marshal said in a press release. The victim's identity hasn't been released.
According to the press release, the Amelia Volunteer Fire Department answered the fire call at 1:30 p.m. Friday from the 200 block of West Side Park Lane.
"Unfortunately, firefighters located the body of a female victim in the kitchenette area of the motor home," the press release said.
Official identification and cause of death are pending with the St. Mary Parish Coroner’s Office, but the victim is believed to be the lone 40-year-old resident of the home.
After an assessment of the scene and collecting witness statements, fire marshal deputies determined the fire began in the kitchenette area of the RV where the victim was located.
While the exact cause is still undetermined, deputies have not been able to rule out the possibility of several potential contributing factors, including an electrical malfunction due to improper electrical connections, unattended cooking or unsafe smoking practices, the press release said.
Deputies were unable to confirm the presence of working smoke alarms in the RV. The State Fire Marshal's Office wants to remind Louisiana residents that all types of sleeping locations, even temporary or non-traditional, can benefit from the presence of a working smoke alarm.
If you need assistance obtaining smoke alarms for your home, Operations Save-A-Life can help. The program partners with local fire departments to install smoke alarms for free. To learn more about Operation Save-A-Life, visit our website at lasfm.org.
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.
Thursday, Sept. 8
6:30 a.m. 600 block of Louisiana Street; Medical.
6:36 a.m. 7900 block of La. 182; Alarm.
7:07 a.m. 2000 block of Federal Avenue; Juvenile complaint.
7:34 a.m. 3000 block of Lizabeth Drive; Arrest.
7:55 a.m. 300 block of Egle Street; Welfare concern.
8 a.m. Cottonwood Street and La. 182; Traffic incident.
8:20 a.m. Cottonwood Street and La. 182; Criminal damage to property.
8:23 a.m. Pecan Street; Animal complaint.
8:26 a.m. 700 block of Belanger Street; Medical.
8:41 a.m. Redwood Street; Complaint.
8:58 a.m. 1400 block of Railroad Avenue; Arrest.
9:07 a.m. 500 block of Justa Street; Arrest.
9:14 a.m. 300 block of Glenwood Street; Animal complaint.
9:48 a.m. 7200 block of La. 182; Medical.
10:05 a.m. 7300 block of La. 182; Crash.
10:07 a.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Arrest.
10:26 a.m. 300 block of Patton Street; Complaint.
10:48 a.m. 7300 block of La. 182; Theft.
11:13 a.m. 900 block of Martin Luther King Boulevard; Fire.
11:15 a.m. La. 70/U.S. 90; Complaint.
11:25 a.m. 100 block of Mallard Street; Arrest.
11:40 a.m. 2400 block of Tiger Drive; Juvenile complaint.
11:41 a.m. 500 block of Egle Street; Removal of subject.
11:46 a.m. 900 block of Palm Street; Medical.
1:48 p.m. Sixth and Terrebonne streets; Warrant.
1:56 p.m. Sixth and Terrebonne streets; Warrant.
2:29 p.m. Leona Street and Federal Avenue; Crash.
2:45 p.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Arrest.
3:26 p.m. 700 block of Duke Street; Telephone harassment.
3:36 p.m. 900 block of Fourth Street; Complaint.
5:02 p.m. 300 block of Franklin Street; Animal complaint.
5:18 p.m. Martin Lu-ther King and Victor II boulevards; Stalled vehicle.
5:19 p.m. Brashear and Federal avenues; Crash.
5:29 p.m. 500 block of Fourth Street; Criminal damage to property.
5:29 p.m. 1000 block of La. 70; Reckless driver.
18:28 p.m. 800 block of Palm Street; Mental patient.
18:48 p.m. 1400 block of Railroad Avenue; Disturbance.
18:51 p.m. Eleventh Street/Railroad Avenue; Complaint.
18:59 p.m. 1100 block of Chester Bowles Street; Assistance.
20:06 p.m. Federal Avenue/Leona Street; Assistance.
22:07 p.m. 100 block of Mallard Street; Medical.
22:08 p.m. 2500 block of Cedar Street; Fire investigation.
22:19 p.m. 1100 block of Seventh Street; Suspicious person
Friday, Sept. 9
1:45 a.m. 1500 block of North First Street; Loud music.
3:50 a.m. General McArthur/Fourth streets; Suspicious person.
6:11 a.m. 200 block of Patton Street; Juvenile complaint.
6:30 a.m. Myrtle Street; Complaint.
7:53 a.m. 500 block of Belanger Street; Medical.
8:59 a.m. 2400 block of Tiger Drive; Juvenile complaint.
9:17 a.m. 700 block of Duke Street; Traffic incident.
10:18 a.m. 600 block of Martin Luther King Boulevard; Complaint.
10:24 a.m. Fourth and Everett Street; Arrest.
10:29 a.m. 3000 block of Karen Drive; Burglary.
10:31 a.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Arrest.
10:50 a.m. Cottonwood Street and La. 182; Criminal damage to property.
10:56 a.m. U.S. 90 West; Complaint.
11:11 a.m. 2400 block of Tiger Drive; Medical.
11:42 a.m. 1100 block of Victor II Boulevard; Complaint.
11:57 a.m. 2900 block of Railroad Avenue; Complaint.
12:17 p.m. U.S. 90 West; Crash.
12:38 p.m. 100 block of Third Street; Animal complaint.
1:05 p.m. 500 block of Brashear Avenue; Stand by.
1:13 p.m. 7200 block of La. 182; Warrant.
1:27 p.m. 1000 block of Brashear Avenue; Arrest.
1:51 p.m. 7700 block of La. 182; Crash.
2:51 p.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Arrest.
3:02 p.m. U.S. 90 West; Traffic incident.
3:03 p.m. Sixth and McArthur streets; Complaint.
3:06 p.m. U.S. 90 West; Complaint.
3:33 p.m. Allison Street and Martin Luther King Boulevard; Stalled vehicle.
4:25 p.m. U.S. 90 West; Crash.
5:27 p.m. U.S. 90 East; Reckless operation.
5:43 p.m. 200 block of Wren Street; Disturbance.
5:48 p.m. La. 70/U.S. 90 Junction; Accident.
6:42 p.m. 200 block of Onstead Street; Com-plaint.
6:44 p.m. 1400 block of Federal Avenue; Complaint.
7:10 p.m. 200 block of Wren Street; Disturbance.
7:28 p.m. 700 block of Brashear Avenue; Building check.
8:32 p.m. Terre-bonne/Second streets; Suspicious person.
8934 p.m. U.S. 90 Westbound Upramp near Cannatas; Traffic complaint.
10:19 p.m. 900 block of Cherry Street; Assistance.
11:30 p.m. 300 block of Aycock Street; Accident.
Saturday, Sept. 10
12:14 a.m. 400 block of Fifth Street; Medical.
12:59 a.m. Myrtle Street/Railroad Avenue; Suspicious person.
4:08 a.m. 1200 block of David Drive; Alarm.
5:09 a.m. Sev-enth/Ditch streets/Railroad Avenue; Fire investigation.
8:55 a.m. 1000 block of Ninth Street; Disturbance.
9:47 a.m. 300 block of Patton Street; Com-plaint.
10:41 a.m. 900 block of Marguerite Street; Vehicle accident.
10:42 a.m. 500 block of Louisa Street; Assistance.
11:53 a.m. 200 block of Fourth Street; Alarm.
1:34 p.m. Ninth and Clothilde streets; Vehicle accident.
1:56 p.m. 6000 block of La. 182; Alarm.
5:18 p.m. 600 block of Martin Luther King Boulevard; Complaint.
5:26 p.m. 600 block of Front Street; Alarm.
5:37 p.m. 500 block of Roderick Street; Complaint.
8:06 p.m. 500 block of Roderick Street; Mental patient.
8:30 p.m. 2300 block of La. 70; Patrol detail.
8:50 p.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Suspicious vehicle.
10:12 p.m. 400 block of Louisa Street; Suspicious person.
Sunday, Sept. 11
12:07 a.m. 1600 block of Chestnut Drive; Alarm.
4:26 a.m. 200 block of Robin Street; Medical.
6:02 a.m. 7400 block of La. 182; Medical.
6:39 a.m. 1100 block of Levee Road; Fire.
9:10 a.m. 900 block of Florence Street; Theft.
9:39 a.m. 3200 block of Susan Street; Warrant
11:29 a.m. 7400 block of La. 182; Complaint.
12:27 p.m. 400 block of Idaho Street; Complaint.
12:34 p.m. La. 70; Hit and run.
12:42 p.m. 1000 block of Third Street; Lost and found.
1:09 p.m. 1000 block of Fifth Street; Complaint.
1:53 p.m. 6000 block of La. 182; Crash.
2:55 p.m. Onstead and West Garner streets; Complaint.
3:02 p.m. 800 block of Brashear Avenue; Suspicious person.
5:17 p.m. 500 block of Brashear Avenue; Complaint.
5:25 p.m. 6400 block of La. 182; Complaint.
5:58 p.m. 900 block of Cherry Street; Welfare concern.
6:57 p.m. U.S. 90 East and Martin Luther King Boulevard; Reckless operation.
8:12 p.m. 7700 block of La. 182; Arrest.
9:59 p.m. 1800 block of Filmore Street; Juvenile complaint.
10:54 p.m. 400 block of Brashear Avenue; 911 hang up.
Monday, Sept. 12
12:37 a.m. 1400 block of Railroad Avenue; Suspicious vehicle.
1:17 a.m. 500 block of First Street; 911 hang up.
1:45 a.m. Brashear Avenue and Victor II Boulevard; Complaint.
3:41 a.m. 1200 block of McDermott Drive; Assistance.
4:44 a.m. 7200 block of La. 182; Alarm.
(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 made arrests on bank fraud and access device fraud over the weekend.
Morgan City
Interim Police Chief Mark E. Griffin Jr. reported that the Morgan City Police Department made these arrests:
—Jekeisha Lashie Westley, 25, Eagle Drive, Thibodaux, was arrested at 10:20 a.m. Friday as a fugitive from the Terrebonne and Lafourche sheriff’s offices.
—Jeremy Johnell Walker, 41, Federal Avenue, was arrested at 10:32 a.m. Friday on charges of theft (under $1,000) and three counts of bank fraud.
—Anthony J. Pennison Jr., 51, La. 663, Morgan City, was arrested on charges of failure to appear to pay fine (6th Ward Morgan City Court) and failure to appear for imposition hearing (16th Judicial District Court).
—Lorenzo Cornelius Johnson Jr., 21, Wren Street, Morgan City, was arrested at 7:32 p.m. Friday on a charge of resisting an officer.
—Christopher Demarco Barr, 39, 14th Street, McComb, Mississippi, was arrested at 8:56 p.m. Friday on charges of possession of methamphetamine, possession of marijuana, possession of a legend drug (Gabapentin), possession of drug paraphernalia and improper lighting.
—Victor Castro, 40, Glenwood Street, Morgan City, was arrested at 11:55 p.m. Friday on charges of careless operation, no driver’s license, no insurance, registration required and resisting an officer.
—Jeffery Scott Lambert Jr., 25, River Road, Berwick, was arrested at 10:13 p.m. Friday on three counts of failure to appear to pay fine (6th Ward Morgan City Court)
—Scott Williams, 31, Bayou Dularge Road, Houma, was arrested at 1:02 a.m. Sunday as a fugitive from the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Offic.
—Michael Wade Forristal, 50, Honey Lane, Bayou L’Ourse, was arrested at 8:32 p.m. Sunday on charges of disturbing the peace (intoxicated) and remaining after forbidden.
—Da’Marcus Tezeno, 22, Mallard Street, Morgan City, was arrested at 11:29 a.m. Thursday on a charges of access device fraud (under $1,000).
St. Mary
Sheriff Blaise Smith reported that over the last 72-hour reporting period, the Sheriff’s Office responded to 90 complaints and made these arrests:
—Devonte Lorenzo Charles, 29, Baldwin, was arrested at 10:56 a.m. Friday on charges of possession with intent to distribute marijuana and driving left of center. Charles was released on an $8,000 bond.
—Valarie Amburgey, 39, Bayou L’Ourse, was arrested on at 8:55 p.m. Friday on charges of domestic abuse battery, criminal damage to property and disturbing the peace (intoxicated.) Bail has not been set.
—Kenneth Honaey, 26, Amelia, was arrested at 3:02 a.m. Saturday on charges of simple criminal damage to property and resisting arrest or officer. Honaey was released on a $3,000 bond.
—Travis Theopolis Sophus, 37, Franklin, was arrested on at 8:13 p.m. Sunday on charges of possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia and violation of protective orders. Sophus was released on a $6,000 bond.
Berwick
Police Chief David S. Leonard reported these arrests:
—Travis Morin, 39, Red Cypress Road, Patterson, was arrested at 3:17 p.m. Friday on a charge of violation of a protective order.
About 2:45 p.m. Friday, the Berwick Police Department received a call of a disturbance at a local hotel. Officers made contact with Morin. During the course of the complaint, it was learned that the female with whom Morin was involved in a disturbance had an active protective order against him.
Morin was placed under arrest and transported to the Berwick Police Department, where he was booked. Morin later posted a $2,500.00 bond.
—Courtlin Carter, 33, U.S. 90 West, Centerville, was arrested at 3:38 a.m. Saturday on charges of resisting an officer with force or violence, battery of a police officer, obstruction of justice, possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine and possession of hydrocodone.
About 3:02 a.m. Saturday, officers with the Berwick Police Department conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle after investigating a complaint of suspicious activity. During the course of the stop, Carter was identified as a passenger.
At some point, Carter began to forcefully resist officers and committed a battery on an officer. After a brief struggle with Carter, officers were able to place him under arrest. As police searched him, Carter attempted to discard narcotics that were located by officers and found to be hydrocodone pills and a quantity of methamphetamine.
Carter was transported to the Berwick Police Department, where he was booked. No bond has been set.
—Andrew Hebert, Catherine Street, Patterson, was arrested at 10:04 p.m. Saturday on a charge of simple criminal damage to property, and on St. Mary Parish warrants alleging failure to appear on charges of possession of Suboxone, simple criminal damage to property and simple battery-simple assault.
About 9:56 p.m. Saturday, the Berwick Police Department received a call regarding Hebert damaging a door to a residence on Fourth Street. Officers responded and located Hebert walking. Hebert admitted to damaging the property. Hebert was placed under arrest and transported to the Berwick Police Department, where he was booked.
On Sunday, it was learned that Hebert, who was incarcerated at the Berwick Jail, held active warrants through the St. Mary Parish Sheriff’s Office. Hebert was booked. No bond has been set on the warrants.
—Lance Ashmore, 30, Francis Street, Berwick, was arrested at 2:12 a.m. Monday on a charge of domestic abuse battery.
About 1:38 a.m. Monday, a complaint was received by the Berwick Police Department in reference to Ashmore committing a battery on a female victim.
Through the course of the complaint, officers gathered statements and spoke with witnesses.
Officers made contact with Ashmore, and he was subsequently placed under arrest. Ashmore was transported to the Berwick Police Department, where he was booked. No bond has been set at this time.
Patterson
Police Chief Garrett Grogan reported these arrests:
—Nigel K. Nash, 24, Octavia Street, Schriever, was arrested at 11:23 p.m. Friday on charges of speeding 72 mph in a 55 mph zone and driving with license suspended or revoked. He was also arrested on a warrant from another jurisdiction. Nash is incarcerated at the Patterson PD Jail with bond set at $688 on the traffic charges and no bond for the warrant.
—Bryan D. Porter, 28, was arrested at 2:01 a.m. Saturday on charges of possession of a firearm by a felon, possession of marijuana (over 14 grams), speeding 95 mph in a 55 mph zone, careless operation and no driver’s li-cense.
—Wynn C. Whitehurst, 47, Joey Street, Patterson, was arrested 4:44 p.m. Saturday on a charge of simple criminal damage to property. Whitehurst was incarcerated at the Patterson PD Jail with bond set at $419.
—James G. Kyle Jr., 52, Easy Street, Patterson, was arrested at 8:02 p.m. Sunday on charges of resisting an officer by failure to comply, disturbing the peace and unnecessary noise (residence).
Franklin
Police Chief Morris Beverly reported that the Franklin Police Department responded to 16 complaints over the weekend and made the following arrests:
—Jayla Davis, 31, James Street, Franklin, was arrested at 7:06 p.m. Friday on a warrant for 3rd Ward City Court alleging failure to appear on the charges of speeding, switched license plate, no insurance and driving under suspension. Davis was booked, processed and released on a $370 bond.
—Leeshondranique Dauphine, 22, Big Four Corners Road, Jeanerette, was arrested on at 6:26 p.m. Saturday on a warrant for 3rd Ward City Court alleging failure to appear on the charges of stop signs and yield signs and driver must be licensed. Dauphine was booked, processed and released on a $428 bond.
—Povial Ward, 31, Cannon Road, Gonzales, was arrested at 9:54 p.m. Saturday on a warrant for 3rd Ward City Court alleging failure to appear on the charge of theft. Ward was additionally arrested on a warrant for 23rd Judicial District Court alleging failure to appear on the charge of speeding, child passenger restraint and operating a vehicle with suspended license. Ward was booked, processed and held on a $350 bond.
—Tyrus Anderson, 22, B Street, Franklin, was arrested at 6:56 p.m. Sunday on a warrant for 3rd Ward City Court alleging failure to appear on the charge of speeding. Anderson was booked, processed and released on a $353 bond.
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