The Cajun Thinker

11/06/2024

The Golden Meadow Boat Launch will be closed for asphalt improvements on Monday, June 17th and Tuesday, June 18th weather permitting. The Department of Public Works appreciates your patience as contractors work to make improvements.

07/06/2024

Bucees is coming to Lafayette

The popular convenience store giant Buc-ee’s is opening a location in south Louisiana. Here's what we know.

05/06/2024

A Houma woman has been charged following the fentanyl overdose death of her six-week-old child.

05/06/2024

Today we have a special shoutout to Leroy Ancar, one of our traffic guards. Near the end of the school year, the Bridier family stopped to take this pic and thank Mr. Ancar for his services. Our traffic guards work in all types of weather to ensure students and teachers arrive at school safely!

02/06/2024

https://www.fox8live.com/video/2024/06/01/former-lafourche-parish-deputy-arrested-child-po*******hy/

01/06/2024

Road work scheduled for 06/03/2024 – 06/07/2024. Residents should expect intermittent delays on all streets mentioned below as well as the Golden Meadow Boat Launch. Please note this schedule may fluctuate pending weather conditions.

Monday- Milling: Industrial Park RD, Oak R ST.
Tuesday- Milling: 201ST ST, Golden Meadow Boat Launch. Finish Patch Milling: W 42ND, W 59TH.
Wednesday- Paving: Oak R ST.
Thursday: Paving: Oak R ST, Industrial Park RD.
Friday- Paving: 42nd, 59th, 74th.

01/06/2024

A reminder that today is the official start to the Atlantic hurricane season. Now is a good time to check your supplies and review your safety plans!

28/05/2024

Please fill out the below information Tryouts will be May 29th and May 30th 6:00pm. Players must bring and wear baseball pants, hat, glove and (bat if available). If possible wear a shirt with a number on it. For players that can't make these dates we will have another tryout at a later date. Player...

27/05/2024

May we never forget the incredible sacrifices that have been made by our nation's servicemen and women. They have given their lives in defense of our country and its values, and their memory must be honored and remembered always. God bless America and the brave men and women who have fought and died for it.

26/05/2024

Not many storms or showers around early in the day but by late afternoon to early evening, we will begin to see these storms develop. Some of these storms could become strong to severe for short durations. If outdoors, be alert to any warnings that are issued.

22/05/2024

22/05/2024

NOW HIRING: Education Coordinator/Case Manager for Day Reporting Center in Thibodaux! Apply online at www.LPSO.net/Apply!

21/05/2024

City of Thibodaux - Municipal Government - Canal Boulevard Roundabout Update (05-21-2024)

Effective tomorrow (Wednesday, May 22, 2024), a slight modification in a portion of the current traffic pattern regarding the roundabout will go into place. This modification will be assisted by two temporary traffic signals, which is pertinent for contractors as they attempt to incorporate the next phase of construction. Please follow the written description and the color coded map below for visual instruction.

🟢 Canal Boulevard Southbound (GREEN) will remain the same with continuous flow and the RIGHT OF WAY through the roundabout.

🔴 Canal Boulevard Northbound (RED) will remain the same.

🟡 [TRUCK ROUTE] Those traveling northbound to turn onto Jackson Street/ LA 20 Northbound (YELLOW) will still shift over to the southbound lane just north of Pecan Street and WILL CONTINUE TO YIELD to southbound traffic to make the left turn onto Jackson Street/ LA 20. However, before making the left turn onto Jackson Street, you MUST OBEY the temporary traffic signal 🚦 that is placed in the Southwest Corner of Gary’s Propane. This traffic light will rotate from red to green, as both northbound and southbound traffic on Jackson Street will share a lane at times during this next phase.

🔵 Southbound traffic from Jackson Street/ LA 20 (BLUE) to Canal Boulevard Southbound WILL CONTINUE TO YIELD when attempting to merge in the roundabout to travel southbound on Canal Boulevard. However, before reaching the roundabout, you MUST OBEY the temporary traffic signal 🚦 that is placed on the shoulder northwest of the construction site as you’re approaching southbound on Jackson Street. This traffic light will also rotate from red to green, as both northbound and southbound traffic on Jackson Street will share a lane at times during this next phase.

As always, we ask motorists to drive with caution and be patient while everyone adapts to this new adjustment.

21/05/2024

**Attention motorists,**

LA DOTD has updated the anticipated closure times. The Tunnel will close at 7 PM on Thursday, May 23, 2024, and reopen 5 AM on Friday, May 24, 2023. The tunnel will close again at 7 PM on Friday, May 24, 2023, and reopen at 5 AM on Saturday, May 24, 2023.
CLOSURE NOTICE FROM THE LA DOTD:

The Houma Tunnel will close for cleaning and maintenance overnight from 7 PM to 5 AM on Friday, May 24 and Saturday, May 25, 2024.
Please plan an alternate route.

21/05/2024

Congratulations, CLHS Graduates! Always follow your dreams, believe in yourself and never give up!

19/05/2024

While you'll need to "dig a little deeper" for a few more weeks, the ride is "almost there" and ready for guests.

19/05/2024

George Welch Elementary's Jennifer Callender is a Teacher of the Year semifinalist. Mrs. Callender believes it is her duty to teach standards to her students by making lessons engaging, meaningful, and memorable for her students. She enjoys helping the community, parents, and fellow educators set up children for success.

18/05/2024

TROOP C NEWS RELEASE
May 17, 2024

State Police Investigation Leads to Arrests in Drug Trafficking Organization

Gray – In January 2024, detectives from the Louisiana State Police Criminal Investigations Division-Houma Field Office launched an investigation into a drug trafficking organization distributing multiple narcotics across Terrebonne, Lafourche, St. Mary, and Avoyelles Parishes. Throughout the investigation, detectives received additional support from Homeland Security Investigations New Orleans, Terrebonne Parish Sheriff’s Office, Houma Police Department, St. Mary Parish Sheriff’s Office, and Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office.

Throughout the investigation, detectives seized the following narcotics:
• 56 grams of heroin/fentanyl mixtures
• 366 fentanyl pills
• 200 grams of methamphetamine
• 396 grams of powder co***ne
• 20.7 grams of crack co***ne
• 575 grams of ma*****na
• 14 ecstasy/MDMA pills
• 44.8 grams of powdered ecstasy/MDMA
• 127 Xanax/hydrocodone/oxycodone pills

In addition, detectives also seized $10,375.00 in U.S. currency, a vehicle, and a handgun.

The following individuals were booked on the listed charges into the Terrebonne Parish Criminal Justice Complex without incident:
• Jeffery Williams Jr. (33, Gibson, LA): Drug Racketeering, Distribution of a CDS Schedule I, Two Counts of Distribution of a CDS Schedule II, and Transactions Involving Drug Proceeds
• Christopher Diano (55, Houma, LA): Drug Racketeering
• Craig Albarado (60, Morgan City, LA): Drug Racketeering
• Lucius Romero Jr. (49, Morgan City, LA): Drug Racketeering

The following individuals were booked on the listed charges into the Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex without incident:
• Clarence Jones (45, Raceland, LA): Drug Racketeering
• Justin Lawson (34, Raceland, LA): Drug Racketeering
• Michael Robichaux (49, Raceland, LA): Drug Racketeering

Louisiana State Police would like to extend our gratitude to the assisting agencies, whose collaboration was essential to the success of the investigation. This collective effort highlights the importance of interagency teamwork in combating drug trafficking and ensuring community safety.

Contact Information:
TFC Ross Brennan
Louisiana State Police
Public Affairs Section – Troop C
Office: (985) 857-3680
[email protected]

17/05/2024

We are excited to announce that Mrs. Wendy Roussel has been named as our Assistant Principal! 💜💛
We know you will continue to do great things!

17/05/2024

17/05/2024

Congratulations to Mrs. Janie Pierce for being named Assistant Principal at CLHS. We are blessed to have you and wish you continued success in your new role. 💚💛

17/05/2024

After careful consideration, the decision has been made for Lutcher High School's 114th Commencement Ceremony to take place in the school gymnasium. Our thoughts are with our family and friends who were impacted by last night's tornado and severe weather.

17/05/2024

Louisiana is in the 50th spot for the second year in a row in the Best States Rankings by U.S. News & World Report.

17/05/2024

17/05/2024

If you interested in performing at Carnegie Hall, next spring, please attend next Thursday’s meeting. All high school and graduating senior choir members are eligible to attend. Can’t wait to see you there.

17/05/2024

The countdown to Graduation is ON!!! Here are some reminders for our graduates and their guests. All information was provided to Seniors during the graduation meeting on March 4th as well as posted on the Class of 2024 Google Classroom under Classwork-Graduation

17/05/2024

Lockport Middle's Decina Rodriguez is a Principal of the Year semifinalist. In her first year as principal, the school's SPS increased by 8.3 points, while the culture set a path for potential growth for years to come. Dr. Rodriguez was a Louisiana Mentor and DIBELS trainer of trainers, presented professional development sessions across the state, and currently serves as a Leadership Lagniappe Principal Mentor.

17/05/2024