Sherry and Ray Mayon of Amelia wish to announce the engagement and forthcoming marriage of their daughter, Danielle Lynn Mayon, to Heath William Falls, son of Margret and Kenny Landry of Lake Arthu...
Pellerin-Courts plan June 1 vows Paul Courts and Cheri Hebert Courts of Broussard wish to announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter, Samantha Jo Courts, to Conley Anthony Pellerin, son of Len Pellerin and ...
Galler-Thibodeaux marry at Sacred Heart Church Sacred Heart Catholic Church was the setting April 6 for the 11 a.m. double-ring ceremony uniting Kristen Ann Galler and Christopher Adney Thibodeaux in holy matrimony. The Revs. Gregory P. Fratt a...
West-Landry marry in Feb. 23 ceremony Elizabeth Anne West and Steve O. Landry Jr. were married Feb. 23 during a double-ring ceremony at The Victorian in Broussard. The Rev. Ted Standley officiated.
The bride is the daughter of Carlen a...
Perry Askew of Morgan City and Annie Richard Griffin of Chauvin wish to announce the engagement and forthcoming marriage of their daughter, Jennifer Anne Askew, to Dusty Paul Fanguy, son of Reginal...
Michael and Linda Detillier of Raceland wish to announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter, Stephanie Lynn Detillier, to Clyde Verdin Jr., son of Debbie Johnson of Morgan Ci...
Mr. and Mrs. David Thibodaux of Patterson wish to announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter, Jolie Michelle Thibodaux, to Brett Stephen May, son of Mr. and Mrs. Steve May o...
David Strong of Natchez, Miss., and Stacey Copeland of Vidalia wish to announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter, Shelby Elizabeth Strong, to Lane Dale Vestal, son of Sue C...
Donald Darbonne of Berwick and Linda Darbonne of Baton Rouge wish to announce the engagement and forthcoming marriage of their daughter, Dawn Michelle Galloway, to Leonard Joseph Acosta Jr., son of...
Darelle Ann Deslatte and Terry John Bergeron Jr. were married March 22 during a 7 p.m. double-ring ceremony at The Manor in St. Martinville. The Rev. Brad Bullock officiated.
The bride is the daugh...
Arianne Iris Castille and Darren John Robichaux, both of Lafayette, are happy to announce their engagement and forthcoming marriage at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 6 at NUNU Arts and Culture Collec...
San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, UNESCO designated world heritage city, served as the romantic setting for the destination wedding of Allison LaCalle and Travis Michel.
The traditional Mexican cerem...
Monica Mitchell Downing and Lester Levine Jr. exchanged vows Saturday, December 22 at 6 p.m. at Macedonia Baptist Church during a candlelight, double-ring ceremony. Reverend Ulysses Mitchell Jr. of...
Adrienne Alexis Breaux and Dustin Paul Fuselier were married Friday, Nov. 16, 2012, at the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist in Lafayette. The bride is the daughter of Countice Roy LeBlanc and W...
Vanetta and Claude “Skippy” Foulcard Jr. of Franklin wish to announce the engagement of their daughter, Sparkles Claunetta Foulcard to Aquino Keynell Charles Sr.
The bride-elect is a 2005 graduate ...
Born to Rosalie Mary Perez and Justin Joseph Bergeron of Morgan City, a boy, Gage Russel Bergeron, on March 24 at Teche Regional Medical Center in Morgan City. He weighed 7 pounds, 1 ounce and meas...
Born to Suyapa Valenzuela, Mejia and Arnoldo Antonio Pineda, delgado of Morgan City, a boy, Arnol Alexander Pineda, Valenzuela, on March 1 at Teche Regional Medical Center in Morgan City. He weighe...
Born to Dava Charlene Leonard and Chris Joseph Pittman of Berwick, a boy, Conan Paul Pittman, on Jan. 29 at Teche Regional Medical Center in Morgan City. He weighed 4 pounds, 7 ounces and measured ...
Born to Carley Paige Godeaux and Jordan Adam Aucoin of Morgan City, a boy, Caydin Issac Aucoin, on Jan. 14 at Teche Regional Medical Center in Morgan City. He weighed 8 pounds, 4 ounces and measure...
Born to Maritza Maravillas and Cesar Lozano of Morgan City, a boy, Miguel Angel Lozano-Maravillas, on Jan. 20 at Teche Regional Medical Center in Morgan City. He weighed 8 pounds, 8.1 ounces and me...
Born to Mr. and Mrs. Richard Paul Cantrelle (nee: Sherry Ann Templet) of Berwick, a boy, Noah David Cantrelle, on Nov. 28 at Teche Regional Medical Center in Morgan City. He weighed 7 pounds, 10 ou...
BATON ROUGE — The Office of State Parks is opening swimming pools for the Memorial Day weekend on May 25. Pools will remain open through May 27, then close on May 28 and 29 for maintenance before b...
Some St. Mary Parish senior citizens were given the opportunity to view a sneak preview of the first act of Bayou Storm Rising, Techeland Arts Council’s historical play, held recently in Franklin. ...
NEW ORLEANS — While music-lovers across the country prepare to converge on New Orleans for the annual Jazz & Heritage Festival in April, Xavier University of Louisiana is hosting a festival of its ...
NEW ORLEANS — Crawfest will be held April 20 at the Tulane University uptown campus. Festivities are from noon to 10 p.m.
The annual music, food and arts festival hosts 10,000 to 12,000 community m...
NEW ORLEANS — The historic Saenger Theatre, slated to re-open in fall 2013, will offer new VIP seating to patrons, the theatre announced today. In addition to the historic Saenger Grand Suites, the...
The X Factor open-call auditions are coming to the New Orleans Lakefront Arena April 14.
The first round wristbands will be distributed to auditioners from approximately 8 a.m. April 12 until appro...
By ELIZABETH KARMEL
The Associated Press
When the weather turns warm, I find myself craving the smell and taste of a great homemade burger off the grill.
So what makes a great burger? There are a f...
Dear Marci,
I suffer from bouts of depression. Does Medicare cover screenings for depression? —Christopher
Dear Christopher,
Yes. Medicare covers yearly screenings for depression. These screenings...
By ALLEN OWINGS
LSU AgCenter
horticulturist
HAMMOND — Althea goes by the scientific name of Hibiscus syriacus. When they look at althea, most gardeners are reminded of the hibiscus family, to which...
By AMY LORENTZEN
The Associated Press
Making a pretty chain for Mom’s eyeglasses can be a simple, personal and practical Mother’s Day gift. Depending on your skill level, you could make anything fr...
By ALISON LADMAN
The Associated Press
A tapas-style meal made up of a variety of small, appetizer-like bites is something we tend to associate with evenings and cocktails. But we thought the same i...
By ALISON LADMAN
The Associated Press
Mom always said to eat your vegetables, so this Mother’s Day serve her breakfast in bed inspired by a walk through the garden.
We began with the idea of egg-in...
M.D. Shannon Elementary School students and staff observed National Library Week, April 14 to 20. The weeklong events were coordinated by librarian Phyllis Glover. Activities consisted of students ...
HOUMA — Slated for June 20 to 21 at the Houma-Terrebonne Civic Center, the inaugural Louisiana Entrepreneurship Fest: For Youth and First Time Entrepreneurs is open to all Louisiana college and uni...
What really happens to that sandwich you ate after you swallow it? Students at Centerville High School will find out as they tour the Louisiana Body Walk exhibit March 21.
“The Body Walk provides a...
The St. Mary Parish 4-H Fair and Junior Livestock Show was held at Franklin High School on Jan. 18 and 19.
Local winners in the senior division of the homemaking category were:
Homemade Cookies
Cho...
The St. Mary Parish 4-H Fair and Junior Livestock Show was held at Franklin High School on Jan. 18 and 19.
Local winners in the elementary division of the homemaking category were:
Grand champion: ...
The Bayou District Dental Association will hold its annual poster contest in February to celebrate Children’s Dental Health Month.
All fifth grade students are eligible to participate, and up to 20...
Carolyn Giandelone was crowned St. Mary AARP Mother’s Day Queen during the organization’s May 6 meeting at the St. Mary Senior Citizens Center in Morgan City. She received a $25 check along with th...
NEW ORLEANS — Five local girls were named to the Girl Scouts Louisiana East’s Cookie Hall of Fame for selling 500 or more boxes of Girl Scout Cookies. Shelby Rockenbaugh of Morgan City sold 619 box...
VFW POST 4222
And Auxiliary meetings 7 p.m. Friday, May 17. Eat at 6 p.m.
DINNERS
Sold by New Zorah Baptist Church, Morgan City, 11 a.m. Saturday, May 25. Menu: barbecued chicken leg quarter, jamb...
BVKC BARBECUE
Bayou Vista Knights of Columbus 19th annual barbecue dinner 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, May 19, at St. Bernadette parish hall, Jupiter at Middle Road, Bayou Vista. Menu: ½ chicken, bake...
THRIFT STORE
At 304 South Railroad, Morgan City, holding a $5-a-bag (clothing only) sale 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, May 16. All proceeds benefit Sacred Heart Catholic Church charities.
CRUISE DRAW...
1609 Old Jeanerette Rd Suite C, New Iberia, LA 70563
phone: 337-364-0130
Voted #1 Home Elevation Contractor. J&S Resources is the premier Home Elevation Contractor in Louisiana. J&S is fully licensed an insured meeting the new HMGP requirements and contracto...