Mr. and Mrs. Shawn and Holly Cheramie announce the engagement of their daughter, Shelby Cheramie, to Rage Thibodaux, son of Mr. and Mrs. Roy and Rachelle Thibodaux.
Sheriff Craig Webre announced the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office will conduct a seat belt checkpoint and a DWI checkpoint on Friday, January 27, 2023, in Lafourche Parish. These checkpoints are designed to help raise awareness for these types of violations and make the highways of the par…
THIBODAUX, La. -- Nicholls received $131,000 from T. Baker Smith, LLC to support its Geomatics program. With this donation, the College of Sciences and Technology hopes to hire a full-time assistant or associate professor for spring 2023 and two adjunct professors for fall 2023.
All boys and girls ages 9 to 14 are invited to participate in the local level of competition for the 2023 Knights of Columbus Free Throw Competition. The local competition will be held on Saturday, January 28 at 10:00 a.m. at the Golden Meadow Park Basketball Court.
Mrs. Rosemary Naquin Guidry announce the engagement of their daughter, Krystal Naquin to Dylan Grabert, son of Mrs. Wanda Hunter and Mr. Wayne Grabert.
THIBODAUX, LA – Jennifer F. Richard, currently the First Assistant District Attorney in Lafourche Parish, formally announced her candidacy for district court judge in Lafourche Wednesday morning.“It’s been a great honor and privilege to serve the citizens of Lafourche Parish as a prosecutor…
Mr. and Mrs. Ricky and Sonya Daigneault announce the engagement of their daughter, Ali Lynn Daigneault to Garret John Toups, son of Mr. and Mrs. Greg and Bridget Toups.
Mr. and Mrs. Timothy and Shondell Griffin of Cut Off, announce the engagement of their daughter, Malori Griffin to Ryder Pitre, son of Mr. and Mrs. Kim and Ramona Pitre of Cut Off.
Meyer Financial Group, a private wealth advisory practice with Ameriprise Financial, was named to the list of “Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams” published by Forbes. The list recognizes financial advisors and their teams who have demonstrated high levels of ethical standards, profession…
THIBODAUX, La. -- Michael C. and Christine P. Bourgeois are establishing a $15,000 endowed scholarship in the Nicholls Foundation for the benefit of full-time students pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree, if the opportunity exists, within the Bridge to Independence Program at Nicholls.
THIBODAUX, La. -- Nicholls State University awarded its Top 10 Grants Winner Awards for Funding Received in 2022, who combined, received over $8 million in grant funding for 2022, at the university’s Spring 2023 Convocation on Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2023.
THIBODAUX, La. -- Alcee Fortier Distinguished Service Professor of Biological Sciences Dr. Raj Boopathy received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the International Bioprocessing Association for his achievements in biological processing research. He received the award at the 10th Internati…
The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office has announced a Concealed Handgun Training Course will be held on Saturday, January 21, 2023, at the LPSO Shooting Range Facility located at 3451 Highway 182 in Raceland. The class will begin at 8:00 a.m. and last until approximately 5:00 p.m. with a bre…
A group of local marketing professionals recently announced the scheduling of a new event called the REACH Marketing Conference, to be held March 16 at The Foundry in Thibodaux. The conference aims to be one of the first marketing-centered events of its kind in the bayou region, designed to …
Sheriff Craig Webre announced the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office is taking donations for the 29th Annual Christmas Bicycle Giveaway. We are also accepting names of children who may be in need. Through this program, over the years, deputies have delivered around 5,000 bicycles to children …
Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Morris are pleased to announce the marriage of their daughter, Whitney Morris, to Andre Pounds, son of Mrs. Patricia Pounds and the late Mr. Larry Pounds.
The Board of Directors for Friends of Bayou Lafourche, Inc. (FOBL) is pleased to announce that Matthew Rivere has been appointed Executive Director for the not-for-profit group.
The Louisiana Chamber of Commerce Executives (LACCE) recognized its 2022 Service Award recipients at its 2022 Annual Conference Awards Ceremony held this evening at the Hilton Shreveport in Shreveport, LA. The Service Awards recognize those chamber of commerce professionals in Louisiana who …
The Lafourche Parish Public Library’s new bookmobile service for residents in southern Lafourche will begin on November 1.
The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office will host a FREE Hunter Education Field Day on Saturday, October 22, 2022, for anyone ages 10 or older who has completed the home study course. The class will take place from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the LPSO Shooting Range located at 3451 Highway 182 in Raceland.
High school and community college students interested in exciting, high-paying, and life-long careers in the sciences should visit Nicholls State University next week.
Temporary bookmobile service coming soon
The Lafourche Parish Public Library is bringing Animal Tales back to South Lafourche. Get ready for a wild educational and engaging encounter with a variety of animals from across the globe at 10:30 a.m. on October 11 at the Cut Off Youth Center. Meet arachnids, insects, and snakes, and find…
Lafourche Parish District Attorney Kristine Russell announced that the District Attorney’s Office is again sponsoring a one (1) hour ethics training for all Lafourche Parish public officials, public employees, along with state and parish board and commission members.
A Concealed Handgun Training Course will be held on Saturday, October 8, 2022, at the LPSO Shooting Range Facility located at 3451 Highway 182 in Raceland. The class will begin at 8:00 a.m. and last until approximately 5:00 p.m. with a break for lunch. The actual ending time will vary due t…
Nicholls State University will host a symposium on the unique history and culture of Acadian descendants in Lafourche and Terrebonne Parishes.
Thibodaux Chief of Police Bryan Zeringue announced that the Thibodaux Police Department will be participating in the National Night Out Against Crime scheduled for Tuesday, October 4, 2022 from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. This is the 39th annual nationwide event.
The South Lafourche area is populated by those who are more than willing to support our community and each other. The Rotary Club of Golden Meadow is asking for community support for our major fund-raiser at the Oak Ridge Park in Golden on October 1, 2022.
Grand Prize winner receives two Saints tickets
Thibodaux, LA – September 15, 2022 – Thibodaux Regional Health System is proud to announce that it has been recognized as the number one hospital in Louisiana for Medical Excellence in Cardiac Care. Thibodaux Regional received the 2022 quality ranking from CareChex® Awards by Quantros. This …
Myron Wright to visit Thibodaux library: In September, the Thibodaux Branch Library, 705 W. Fifth Street, will welcome public speaker and local author Myron Wright at 5:30 p.m. on September 6. Mr. Wright will discuss his book Overcomer: The Life of Myron D. Wright.
On Saturday, Aug 20, Dr. Kellin Reynolds, OB/GYN presented at the “Growing Up for Girls” seminar where she discussed changes to girls during adolescence, what to expect and how to prepare for puberty.
Thibodaux Chief of Police Bryan Zeringue announced that the Tiger Drive Bridge will temporary close this week to undergo further evaluation. Beginning at 9:00 a.m. Wednesday, August 24, 2022, the entire bridge will be shut down to motorist. Per Officials, the evaluation should be completed i…
Friends of Bayou Lafourche, Inc. (FOBL) will host a boat parade in Bayou Lafourche through Thibodaux on Saturday, August 27th 2022 at 2PM. Participation is free and open to the public.
Guest speaker to educate on honey bees at Gheens library: Join library staff for an afternoon of learning about bees with guest speaker Jeremy Pecanty of JP Licensed Beekeeper Royal Bee Honey at 4 p.m. on August 17 at the Gheens Branch Library, 153 N. Leon Drive. Mr. Pecanty will share his k…
The Lafourche Gazette is publishing back to school information for all parish schools for the 2022-23 year. Information is based on what is available at print time. If your school is not listed, please submit information via email at ads@tlgnewspaper.com. Best of luck to all students and tea…
Ochsner St. Anne is pleased to announce Mark Gonzalez, MD, Cardiologist has joined the hospital’s medical staff.
Learn to cast at the Lockport library: Casting games provide excellent opportunities for beginners or experienced anglers to improve their casting skills. Those ages four and up can practice their casting and learn to catch more fish at 10:30 a.m. on July 1 at a casting workshop at the Lockp…
International Weight-Loss Organization Announces Leading “Losers” for 2021
SCHRIEVER, Louisiana – The Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux has appointed Mark Williams, Ed.D., the new superintendent of Catholic schools. Williams previously served as associate superintendent of secondary schools in the Archdiocese of New Orleans.“It is with great joy and thanksgiving to God th…
Construction is underway on Ochsner St. Anne's "NEW" Family Birthing Center which will include 6 luxurious private birthing suites opening soon. The new rooms will offer a more home-like, comfortable setting with state-of-the-art technology for monitoring mother and baby.
Ochsner St. Anne Hospital was recognized as part of Newsweek’s list of Best Maternity Hospitals for 2022.
Dive into summer at the library: Summer is fast approaching, and the Lafourche Parish Public Library is excited to bring this year’s Summer Experience, themed an Ocean of Possibilities, to participants of all ages. Dive into summer during ocean-related activities at your library. Sign up for…
The Louisiana Department of Health's Office of Public Health Parish Health Unit serving southern Lafourche Parish has moved into a new location in Galliano.