Sheriff's Office arrest Arabi woman for distribution of crack cocaine, recover cash and other narcotics

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The St. Bernard News
Remembering Our Past, Building a Better Future
www.thestbernardnews.com Wednesday, April 18, 2018 Volume 52, Issue 16
"...gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law." – Gal. 5:23 (NIV)
Sheriff’s Office arrest Arabi woman for distribution
of crack cocaine, recover cash and other narcotics
During the course of an session of schedule II controlled A criminal history check was
undercover investigation being dangerous substance over 28 conducted on Smith which re-
conducted by the St. Bernard grams and under 200 grams, vealed she has four prior felony
Sheriff’s Office Special Inves- possession of Alprazolam, pos- drug convictions.
tigations Division Narcotics session of Cyproheptadine Hy- Smith is being held in St. Ber-
Unit, an Arabi woman was drochloride, and possession of nard Parish Prison in lieu of a
arrested for distribution of drug paraphernalia. $43,000 bond.
crack cocaine, and a large After obtaining a search Sheriff Pohlmann reminds
amount of cocaine was seized, warrant for Smith’s residence, residents to call the Sheriff's
along with other narcotics and agents recovered more than 54 Office narcotics hotline at (504)
cash, Sheriff James Pohlmann grams of cocaine with a street 271-DOPE or 3673 to report
said. value of approximately $5,600, suspected illegal drug activity in
Darrelyn Smith, 30, of the Alprazolam, Cyproheptadine St. Bernard Parish. Callers can
1000 block of Government Hydrochloride, $823 in cash, remain anonymous, and all calls
Street, was booked April 10 with and drug paraphernalia, includ- will be acted upon.
possession with the intent to ing clear plastic bags and a dig- See more photos online at
Darrelyn Smith distribute crack cocaine, pos- ital scale, the Sheriff said. www.thestbernardnews.com.
St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office on patrol throughout the
2018 St. Bernard Irish, Italian, Islenos Community Parade
What a difference a day makes!!
The 2018 St. Bernard Irish, Italian, Is-
lenos Community Parade scheduled
for April 14 was postponed until April
15 due to inclement weather. The pa-
rade rolled on under beautiful blue
skies with crisp, cool temperatures
as hundreds of riders on nearly 50
floats tossed approximately 500,000
pounds of produce to spectators.
St. Bernard Sheriff James Pohlmann
and the men and women of the St.
Bernard Sheriff’s Office were on patrol
along the parade route throughout the St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office Sgt. Eric Eilers with McGruff the
duration of the 17th annual parade. St. Bernard Sheriff James Pohlmann, center, visits with pa- Crime Dog, portrayed by Dep. Debrecca Richard, during this
See more photos online at www. rade-goers along the route of the 2018 St. Bernard Irish, Ital- year’s St. Bernard Irish, Italian, Islenos Community Parade
thestbernardnews.com. ian, Islenos Community Parade held April 15 in Chalmette. held April 15.
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INDEX
Calendar of Events ..........................2 Local News ...................1, 5, 8, 10-11 Arrest Reports .............................4-5 Classifieds ..................................... 7
Church Directory .............................2 State News ......................................3 Education ........................................6 Obituaries ........................................9
2 Church Directory & Calendar Wednesday, April 18, 2018 - The St. Bernard News
Assembly of God 2015 Palmisano Blvd., 710-0600
Church 494-7378 Sun. School 10:30am
1561 Hwy. 46, St. Bernard, Sun. Wed. Bible Study 7:30pm
services 10am & 5:30pm Fri. Youth Service 7:30pm
Wed. Bible study 7pm Garden of Prayer
Assumption of Our Family Worship Center
Lady Catholic Church 419-0288 • 2605 Munster, Meraux
682-5607 • 6951 Hwy. 39, Sun. Service 8am • Wed. Service
Braithwaite Tue. & Thu. masses 7pm Submit Your Events to [email protected] or call us at 504-832-1481.
7:30am • Sat. 4pm • Sun. 11am Gethsemane Lutheran
Bethlehem Baptist Church 271-4254 APRIL 21, 2018 at 1 pm. For information about the social or Historical Park and Preserve, 6588 Baratar-
Church 682-0675 2825 Paris Rd, Chalmette
111 Bethlehem Lane, Braithwaite Worship 10am • St. Bernard Sports Hall of Fame 23rd parade, contact Billy Showalter, 504-583- ia Blvd. in Marrero (near Crown Point). 689-
Sun. School 8am, worship 9am Gospel Temple 272-0123 • Annual Induction and Awards Ceremo- 3998 or visit our web-site. www.knightsof- 3690;10 or www.nps.gov/jela.
Thu. Bible study 7pm 301 E. Morales (behind Breaux Mart) ny, The St. Bernard Sports Hall of Fame nemesis.org. • Swamp Science Fest, Celebrate Citizen
Call on Me Ministries a Chalmette, LA and Gulf Coast Bank are proud to announce Science Day with water quality testing,
non-denominational Christian Church Sunday 10:30AM • Wed. 7:00pm
298-1019 • 3620 De La Ronde Dr. Greater South Shore its 23rd annual induction class and award MAY 26, 2018 prothonotary warbler nest box building,
Sunday 10am, Hands-on-Prayer is F.G.B.C. winners. Dr. Tommy Warner will be the • PGT Beauregard Classes 1980-86, at frog call identification, and water level
Tues-Thurs 12-3pm “Rebuilding the family Structure” guest speaker at this year’s ceremony. Ad- The Old Court House, limited tickets are monitoring. Guided bird walks and plant
Carolyn Park Presbyte- 7408 west Judge Perez Dr., Arabic,
ditionally, the Hall of Fame will be honoring $50 (classmates only). Contact Jenifer at life cycle walks 11:00 a.m. to noon, 12:30
rian Church La 70032 • 278-8854
7408 W. Judge Perez Dr, Arabi. Sun. worship 9:00am the 1967-1968 and 1968-1969 Chalmette [phone]. p.m. to 1:30 p.m., and 2:00 p.m. to 3:00
733-2326 • Sun. worship 11am Wed Bible study (Bread of Life) 6:45 High School football teams. The event will p.m. Environmental documentary showings
Chalmette Church of Lighthouse Pentecos- be held at the St. Bernard Civic Center on JUNE 24, 2018 and discussions with filmmaker Josh Fox
Christ 250-8492 tal Church 272-0785•7724 E. Saturday, April 21st at 6:30pm. Tickets are • F.T. Nicholls High School Class of 1968, 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. to
200 De La Ronde Dr. Sun. Bible St. Bernard Hwy., Violet Sun. school
study 9am, worship 10am & 6pm 10am, worship 11am $500/table of ten or $50/person, which will hold their 50th Reunion on Sunday, 3:30 p.m. FREE. 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.,
Wed. Bible study 7pm Wed. Bible Study 7pm includes dinner and soft drinks. A cash June 24, 2018, at Jefferson Orleans South Saturday, April 14. Barataria Preserve of
Celebration Church Living Cornerstone bar will be available for other beverages. in Metairie, La. from 2PM to 6PM. The cost Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and
831-9673 • 7500 W. Judge Perez Church International Please forward all ticket inquiries to one of is $55 per person in advance or $65 at the Preserve, 6588 Barataria Blvd. in Marrero
Dr., Arabi Sunday worship 9am & 714 W. St. Bernard Pkwy.,
10:45am Braithwaite 228-6401 the following Hall of Fame board members: door. This is a 4 hour event with unlimited (near Crown Point). 689-3690; 10 or www.
Christ Lutheran Church Sun. service 10am Dr. Bryan Frichter (President) (504) 554- buffet, hot and cold pass around d’oeuvres, nps.gov/jela.
3300 Jupiter Drive ~ Chalmette Our Lady of Prompt 2685; Roy Cortes (Vice President) (985) premium bar brands and music provided • Salute the Ships, Join living history
[phone] Succor Catholic
246-8354; Eddie Appel (Tresurer) (504) by Get Back Band with Paul Ketry (Class volunteers for a cannon salute to the tall
Sunday Worship 10:00 am Church 271-3441
Bible Study Sunday 9:00 am 2320 Paris Rd, Chalmette masses: 301-6135. The Hall of Fame may also be of 1969). For additional information, please ships as they sail up the Mississippi River
Christian Fellowship Sat. 4pm • Sun. 7am, 8:30am, reached on Facebook (St. Bernard Sports contact Shelia Meyers Schulz @ (504) 388- for the New Orleans Tricentennial. Time of
10:30am & 7pm (Spanish) 2pm
Family Worship Center Hall of Fame group page), Twitter (STB Hall 7625 or [email protected]. All salute will depend on when ships pass the
5816 E. Judge Perez Dr, Violet • Our Lady of Lourdes
of Fame @ParishHOF), or at www.stbhof. Rebel classes are invited to this function. battlefield; follow them online at www.tall-
324-4092 Catholic Church 682-7070
Sun. Service 8am 2621 Colonial Blvd., Violet Masses com. shipsnola2018.com/follow-the-fleet/ Can-
Wed. Bible Study 6pm Mon., Wed., Thurs & Fri. 8:00am • • Knights of Columbus Our Lady of non firings and ranger talk on why military
A Closer Walk, Meeting Tues. 6:00pm • Sat. 4:00pm Lourdes Council No. 8442's second Daily honors are rendered with firings at 10:00
• Sun. 9:00&11:00am
the Need Ministry
annual Our Lady of Lourdes Crawfish • Battle of New Orleans Talk, Discover a.m., 11:00 a.m., and 1:00 p.m, FREE.
682-0333 • 6201 E. St Bernard Hwy, Peace and Prayer
Violet, La 70092 Ministries 919-6625 Cook-of, at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic 1815's Battle of New Orleans with a ranger Thursday, April 19. Chalmette Battlefield
Sun. Service 8am 2900 Oakridge Blvd., Violet Church in Violet. This year will also feature talk 10:45 a.m. and 2:45 p.m. daily. Free. of Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and
Mon. Bible Study 6:30 pm Worship service, prayer and praise,
an antique car display by the St. Bernard Chalmette Battlefield of Jean Lafitte Na- Preserve, 8606 West St. Bernard Highway,
Thurs. prayer service 6:30 pm bible study 10am Sunday
Rod Knockers. The cost for a team of 6 tional Historical Park and Preserve, 8606 Chalmette. 281-0510 or www.nps.gov/jela.
Corinne Missionary Poydras Baptist
Baptist Church Church of St. Bernard to enter the cook-off is $350. Each team West St. Bernard Highway, Chalmette. 281-
5620 E. Judge Perez Dr. 272-0558 8213 Saro Lane. 237-3538 will be provided with 200 pound of craw- 0510 or www.nps.gov/jela. Weekly, Thursday
Sun. school, 10am, worship 8am Sun. Bible study 9:30am, worship
fish and must purchase all other supplies. • Walk the Wetlands - Explore Louisiana • St. Bernard Social Ride, Start your New
Bible study 7pm Wed. 10:30am
Teams will be judged in four categories: swamp and marsh on a ranger-guided walk Year with our bike riding group. We ride at
Cornerstone Church of Praise Temple
God 343-8446 Fellowship crawfish, potatoes, corn, and lagniappe. 10:00 a.m. Wednesday-Sunday. Free. Bara- night with lighted wheels through neigh-
4905 E. St. Bernard Hwy., Violet [phone] Awards will be given for each category as taria Preserve of Jean Lafitte National His- borhoods in St. Bernard Parish. Meet at 6
www.Cornerstone-stb.net 7517 E. St. Bernard Hwy., Violet
well as for an overall winner. Admission to torical Park and Preserve, 6588 Barataria PM, Ride at 7 PM (sharp). Meets at First
Sun. school 9:30am, worship Sun. 10:30am,
10:30am Bible Study Thu. 7:00pm the event begins at noon and is $25 per Blvd. in Marrero (near Crown Point). 689- Baptist Church, Chalmette, 305 E. St. Ber-
Covenant United Meth- Second Missionary person for all the crawfish you can eat. 3690;10 or www.nps.gov/jela. nard Hwy., Chalmette, LA. Lights on sale
odist Church Baptist Church Person 10 and under are free. Hamburg- • Ranger Talk, Discover New Orleans his- before the ride. $7.00/wheel. On FB - “St
115 E. D’Amour St. • 271-3763 2109 Caluda Lane, Violet
ers will also be available. The proceeds tory and culture with a ranger talk in the Bernard Social Ride” and join our group.
Sun. Service 11am Services 8am Sunday,
Sunday School 9:30am, from the event will go towards the various visitor center courtyard. 9:30 a.m. Tues-
Delacroix Hope Baptist
Mission 452-6092 Bible Study 7pm on Wednesday charities supported by the Knights of Co- day-Saturday. Free. French Quarter Visitor Monthly, 4th Wednesday
1932 Bayou Rd, St. Bernard St. Bernard Baptist lumbus, including scholarships, the Spe- Center of Jean Lafitte National Historical • St. Bernard Parish Hospital’s Alzhei-
Sun. worship 11am Church 881-6723
cial Olympics, Thanksgiving baskets, and Park and Preserve, 419 Decatur Street, mer’s Caregiver Support Group, de-
Bible Study 10am 2615 Jacob, Chalmette
Faith Baptist Church of Sun. service at 11am Catholic organizations including Our Lady New Orleans. 504-589-3882;221 or www. signed to provide emotional, educational,
Chalmette 682-1144 St. Bernard Catholic of Lourdes Church. For more information, nps.gov/jela. and social support for caregiver’s through
4825 E. St. Bernard Hwy. Sun. Church 281-2267 contact Grand Knight Cliff Bertucci at (504) • Spring in the Swamp, Celebrate spring regularly scheduled meetings. Participants
School 10am, Service 11am and 2805 Bayou Rd, St. Bernard masses
342-6654 or Chairman Walter Tabony at with alligators, birds, and wildflowers. Be- develop methods and skills to solve prob-
6pm • Wed. 7pm Mon/Wed/Fri 8:30am Sun. 9am
[phone], e-mail crawfishcookoff@ come a Junior Ranger, explore the trailside lems. The group encourages caregivers to
First Asia Baptist St. Paul Ministries
Church 432-2525 228-3932 kc8442.org, or visit http://www.kc8442. touch table, discover swamp critters with maintain their own personal, physical, and
2408 Walkers Ln, Meraux Sun. 7724 E. St. Bernard Hwy., Violet org/crawfishcookoff/. dipnets. Guided trail walks at 11:00 a.m. emotional health, as well as optimally care
School 10:30am, worship 8am Sun. Service 8am • Thu. 6pm
and 1:00 p.m. Free. 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., for the person with dementia. St. Bernard
Thur. Bible Study 7pm St. Luke Baptist MAY 14, 2018 Friday, March 30, through Sunday, April 1. Parish Hospital first floor conference room,
First Baptist Church of Church 682-3718 or 418-7492
Chalmette 277-2939 126 Poindexter Lane, Braithwaite • The Knights of Nemesis Social Club Barataria Preserve of Jean Lafitte National 2 PM.
305 E. St. Bernard Hwy. Sun. worship 8am and Parade Social Meeting, 6:30PM at Historical Park and Preserve, 6588 Baratar-
Sun. Fellowship 9:30am, Service
Trumpet of Truth Lehrmann’s Bar & Billiards, 135 W. Chal- ia Blvd. in Marrero (near Crown Point). 689-
10:45am & 6pm • Wed. Service
6:30pm Ministry 7451 W. St. Bernard mette, LA. All members and prospective 3690;10 or www.nps.gov/jela. Events in nearby Parishes
Hwy, Arabi. Sun. School 9am •
First Pentecostal Service 10am members are invited to attend. Food will be • Spring Wildflower Walk, Learn some • APRIL 25, 2018 - Maks, Val & Peta Live
Church of Chalmette Tues. & Thurs Bible Study 7pm provided. The Knights of Nemesis organiza- basic botany and find out what’s blooming
Listing additions or changes send to: tion was formed in 2004 and has paraded in the wetlands on a volunteer-led walk.
The St. Bernard News What's Happening
190 Hickory Avenue, Suite 6 • New Orleans, LA 70123 in the parish for the past thirteen years. The Free but space limited; call to register.
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]th Annual Knights of Nemesis Parade is 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Saturday, April 7.
Email: [email protected]
scheduled for Saturday, February 23, 2019 Barataria Preserve of Jean Lafitte National — CONTINUES ON PG. 10 —
Wednesday, April 18, 2018 - The St. Bernard News State News 3
Four community leaders honored at Girl Scouts
Louisiana East Women of Distinction luncheon
Girl Scout friends and Reception at the Renaissance nized four outstanding women provided by Anne Roberts, 2013
supporters gathered for the sev- Baton Rouge Hotel on Thurs- for dedicating themselves to Women of Distinction.
enth annual Women of Distinc- day, April 5. The Girl Scouts making their community a bet- Wray was assisted by com-
tion luncheon and Champagne Louisiana East council recog- ter place. mittee member and former
Honorees were Donna Britt, Woman of Distinction Linda Law
News Anchor, WAFB-TV; Dr. Clark, board chair Joan Mollo-
Rebekah Gee, Secretary of the han, and council CEO, Jackie
Louisiana Department of Health; Alexander who took turns in-
Julie LeBlanc, Supervisory Civ- troducing each award recipient.
il Engineer, U.S. Army Corps of The room filled with laughter and
Engineers; and Elizabeth “Bet- applause after each award pre-
sy” Stoner, Executive Director, senter expressed many thanks
Board of Elections, Orleans Par- and charmed guests with sto-
ish. ries about how the recipients
Event chair was Mary-Patri- have helped them, the commu-
cia Wray, assisted by commit- nity and Girl Scouts.
tee members Linda Law Clark, The luncheon concluded with
Bethany France, and Robyn a heartfelt request for financial
Merrick. Wray welcomed guests support to continue the Girl
as the program began and ex- Scout experience by Lt. Gov.
plained how Girl Scouts has Billy Nungesser and Linda Law
played a positive role in her life, Clark.
as she is now a lifetime mem- Corporate sponsors included:
ber. Opening remarks were fol- DeCuir, Clark & Adams, LLP;
Jackie Alexander, Girl Scout Louisiana East CEO, with 2018 Women of Distinction Eliza- lowed by a flag ceremony con- Top Drawer Strategies LLC;
beth “Betsy” Stoner, Dr. Rebekah Gee, Julie LeBlanc, Joan Mollhan, Girl Scout Louisiana ducted by Girl Scout Cadette Louisiana Healthcare Connec-
East Board Chair and Donna Britt (bottom center). Troop 10324 and an invocation tions, and WAFB.
The Water Institute of the Gulf welcomes two new board members
The Water Institute of the Gulf as science communication and and fabrication materials, and erment organization focused on
is honored to welcome two ex- philanthropic work will be in- residual stress measurement. creating and sustaining healthy
ceptional new members to the valuable as we continue to use Spruill, president and CEO of oceans. Spruill helped coordi-
board of directors – Dr. Norma water science to help communi- the Council on Foundations, is nate a bipartisan coalition to
Jean Mattei and Vikki Spruill. ties become more resilient.” a leading voice for the Amer- pass the RESTORE Act, an im-
Mattei is a professor and In- For the past five years, Mattei ican philanthropic sector. In portant federal act that directed
terim Dean of the University of has served as one of three civil- 2003, she helped create Foun- much needed funds to govern-
New Orleans College of Engi- ian members of the Mississippi dationWorks, an independent ments and organizations for res-
neering and has been active in River Commission, formed by organization developed to help- toration efforts.
the American Society of Civ- Congress in 1879 to oversee is- ing foundations and others use Spruill received a bachelor’s
il Engineers for more than 20 sues pertaining to the Mississip- strategic communications to in communications and reli-
years, most recently serving as pi River basin from navigation to enhance their effectiveness and gious studies from Loyola Uni-
president for 2017. Spruill, pres- flood protection. She served on she served as the first director versity New Orleans in 1980 and
ident and CEO of the Council on the Louisiana licensing board for of the Philanthropic Awareness a master’s degree in communi-
Foundations and who will take professional engineers and the Initiative, a research project that cations from University of West
the helm of the New England Louisiana Technology Council worked with foundations and Florida in 1981.
Aquarium July 30, has extensive and is currently serving on the philanthropy organizations to “The incredible talent, ex-
experience with Gulf of Mexico board of directors for the Lou- improve communications and perience, and drive these two
issues from her time as pres- isiana Transportation Research outreach strategies. On March individuals bring to the board
ident and CEO of Ocean Con- Center Foundation. 26, Spruill announced she will will greatly enhance the Insti-
servancy and education in New Mattei earned a bachelor’s be taking on a new challenge tute’s ability to bring our work
Orleans. degree in civil engineering in as the next President and CEO to where it’s needed around the
“We are so pleased that Mat- 1982 and a doctorate in 1994, of the New England Aquarium, world,” said Justin Ehrenwerth,
tei and Spruill will be joining both from Tulane University. A leaving the Council on Founda- president and CEO of the Insti-
the Institute board of directors University of New Orleans facul- tions on June 1. tute. “We’re so excited they’ve
and look forward to a long col- ty member since 1995, Mattei’s Prior to joining the Council agreed to help us on this jour-
laboration,” said Ambassador research interests include wa- on Foundations, Spruill served ney."
James Joseph, chair of the In- tershed management, material as president and CEO of Ocean Mattei and Spruill join nine
stitute board. “Their expertise and structural testing, sustain- Conservancy, a science-based current Institute board mem-
in technical engineering as well able reuse of spent construction education and citizen empow- bers.
4 Arrest Reports & Local News Wednesday, April 18, 2018 - The St. Bernard News
Arrests
St. Bernard Parish Sheriff’s Office
ARABI • Alex Jordan Stogner, 27, Drv., Criminal Trespass Beaugard Str., Theft of Goods
• Andre P. Neff, 49, Esteban, Dist. Fairfax, Theft of Goods Under • Johnothon Brown, 24, Patricia Under $500
Peace Drunk $500 Str., Simple Burglary, Poss. of • Christy Bennett, 31, N.
• Arlington Jones, 38, Mehle Str., • Ronnie L. Oddo, 41, Palmetto Drug Paraphernalia Robertson, Fugitive (2)
Simple Burglary, Resisting an Drv., Driving While Intoxicated, • Brandin M. White, 41, • Amber Cherrie, 47, Livingston
Officer, Resist Arrest by Flight, Stop Stand Prk. Bus./Res., Congressman Herber, Domestic Ave., Theft of Goods Under
Illegal Poss. Stolen Under $500, Expired Driver's License Abuse Battery $500
Fugitive (3) • Christopher John Fasone, 55, • Charles S. green, 37, W. LA 39 • Olvin Bardales, 19, Packenham
• Ashley Ladner, 32, Aycock Str., Reiss Plc., Opr. Veh. Udr. Susp. Hwy., Domestic Abuse Battery, Drv., Resist Arrest by Flight
Bench Warrant, Fugitive for Prior Off., General Speed Fugitive, Bench Warrant, • Jonathan Dardar, 36, Fenelon
• Keenan Ward, 24, Aycock, Law, Driving License Susp., Resisting an Officer Str., Violation of Protective (2)
Parole Violator Open Alcohol Container in Veh., • Stacie Coleman, 40, Juno Drv.,
• Karen Williams Randall, 43, Tail Lamps Schedule I Poss. Marijuana MERAUX
Patricia Str., Fugitive (3), Bench • Edward James Pfeffer IV, 30, • Victoria Carol Carter, 46, • Ashley Ann Arceneaux, 45,
Warrant Karen, Simple Burglary Tournefort Str., Dist. Peace Debouchel Bvd., 3rd Conviction
• Damond Decou, 43, Patricia • Scott Michael Stearns, 42, Drunk Poss. Marijuana, Poss. of Drug
Str., Fugitive (2), Drugs Pecan Drv., Poss. of Drug • George A. Necaise, 47, Paraphernalia, Bond Surrender
Schedule II Paraphernalia, Heroin Poss., Tournefort, Dist. Peace Drunk • Janell Novella Ferrara, 53,
Driver Not Licensed • Sierra M. Crawford, 26, Pierre Lawrence Ln., Fugitive,
CHALMETTE • Cole M. Rizzuto, 20, Delille Str., Theft of Goods Under Resisting an Officer, Bench
• Roosevelt Wallis, 18 Mumphrey, Str., Bank Fraud, Poss. of Drug $500, Reckless Operation Warrant (3), Bond Surrender (3)
Criminal Trespass Paraphernalia, Identity Theft Vehicle, Aggravated Flight From • Corey Gebbia, 31, Coulon Drv.,
• Christopher D. Canman, Val. $500-$1000 Officer, Resist Arrest by Flight, No Seat Belt in Use Law, Poss.
30, Charles Drv., Violation • Derrick M. Kelley, 31, Delille, Hit and Run Driving (2), Simp. of Drug Paraphernalia
of Protective Order, Driving Bench Warrant (16), Fugitive (2), Crim. Dmg. Under $500 (2), • Brandee N. Brown, 31,
License Susd., Display False Resisting an Officer Poss. of Drug Paraphernalia, Maryann, Poss. of Drug
License, Accident No Insurance • Lindsey Marie Manasco, 32, Display False License, Owner Paraphernalia
• Dennis Joseph Landry Jr., 36, Lena, Driving While Intoxicated, Vehicle Regist. • Austin Michael Riley, 22,
W. Genie Str., Bench Warrant Fugitive • Dwayne Paul Jones, 57, Munster Rd., Schedule I Poss.
(4), Fugitive • Vartricia Barnes, 40, Lyndell Delambert, Driving While Marijuana, Attp. Contraband in
Intoxicated, Reckless Operation Correct. Cen.
Vehicle, Opr. Veh. Udr. Susp. for • Kelly Sargent, 20, Hazel,
Prior Offense Fugitive, Drugs Schedule II
• Johnny Wayne White Jr., 29,
Decomine Drv., Bench Warrant ST. BERNARD
(4), Fugitive • Jerome S. Robin, 34, Randazzo
• Tony Antonel Bergeron, 31, E. Drv., Bench Warrant (5), Poss.
Judge Perez Drv., Fugitive (5) of Drug Paraphernalia, Illegal
• Rebecca Lynn Durapau, Poss. Stolen Under $500,
37, Despaux, Poss. of Drug Turning Signal Reqd., Driving
Paraphernalia License Suspd., Theft Under
• Xavier Cordell Gaines, 25, $750
Stander Plc., Fugitive • Sonny Wade McCarthy, 28,
• Thomas Plumstead, 38, Gina Drv., Poss. of Drug
Campagna Drv., Bench Warrant Paraphernalia
• Lisa Myers, 56, E. Morales, • Nichole Morgan, 33,
Fugitive (3) Meadowlark Str., Bond
• Lesli A. Bachemin, 49, E. Surrender
Wednesday, April 18, 2018 - The St. Bernard News Arrest Reports & Local News 5
Arrests
St. Bernard Parish Sheriff’s Office
• Vinnie Frank Tranchina Jr., 17, Driver's License, Theft of Driver Not Licensed • Emanuel Ross, 19, Dwyer
Deborah Drv., Schedule I Poss. Goods Under $500, Disturbing • Robert Stanley, 20, Pinewood Bvd., Bench Warrant (3), Bond
Marijuana the Peace Crt., Fugitive Surrender (3)
• Oliver G. Fox, 37, Bayou Rd. • Diva Domonique Jones, 20, Oak • Treschien Marie Alexander, 29, • Stephen Harvey Jr., 55, Chef
Hwy., Drugs Schedule I Poss., Drv., Fugitive Feliciana, Bench Warrant Menture Hwy., Fugitive
Poss. of Drug Paraphernalia • Raymond Steven Tircuit, 37, N. • Rickie Jacob Nunez Jr., • Rashawn Patterson, 29,
• Tamikia Flores, 24, E. Christie, River Park, Dom. Abuse Agg. 33, Longleaf Drv., Proper Vanderkloot Ave., Fugitive (4)
Theft $750-$5000 Assault, Agg. Assault Control of Veh., Poss. of Drug • Courtney B. Benjamin, 30, Fifth
• Kenneth Francis Rabalais Jr., • Ronald J. Thrash, 58, Daniel Paraphernalia Str., Bench Warrant (4)
33, Delacroix Hwy., Housing for Drv., Bench Warrant (6) • Saul Lacour, 42, Linda Lou • Renard Causey, 22, Nellie
Other Agency • Jason A. Bienemy, 27, 6th Ln., Fugitive (2), Poss. of Drug Sq., Fugitive, Resist Arrest by
Str., Driving While Intoxicated, Paraphernalia Refuse to ID
VIOLET Reckless Operation Vehicle, • Bob Taylor, 49, Providence Ln., • Ryan J. Mapes, 29, Joe Fleming
• Princeton Guitroz, 22, Stacie Driver Not Licensed, Bench Bench Warrant Rd., Fail Reg. Sex Off. 1st,
Drv., Fugitive, Resist Arrest by Warrant (2) • Earic McDougle, 21, St. Bench Warrant (2)
Flight • Kendrick Pernell Tinson, 42, Anthony Ave., Criminal • Kimberly Michelle Warihay,
• Tkeyah Brooks, 20, Moss Ln., Ashley Drv., Bench Warrant Trespass, Fugitive (2) 34, Christiana Drv., Reckless
Schedule I Poss. Marijuana, • Gary English, 24, Moss Ln., • Roneka Eusan, 32, Central, Operation Vehicle, Driver
Poss. of Drug Paraphernalia, Schedule I Poss. Marijuana Bench Warrant Not Licensed, Accident No
Fugitive • Leroy McElveen, 28, Jules • Tyeon Sabatier, 17, Clements Insurance
• Bryan Neitzschman, 27, Brown, Bench Warrant (2) Str., Illegal Poss. Stolen Over • Michael Ferrand, 29,
Farmsite, Poss. of Drug • Trinette Johnson, 44, Shannon $1500, Flight Using Motor Frenchman Str., Bench Warrant
Paraphernalia, Heroin Poss. Drv., Time Served Vehicle, Fugitive (2) (3)
• Gregory Reese, 51, Acorn Drv., • Edward L. Richard, 31, Daniel • Janero Copelin, 18, Providence • Kyandreshia Moten, 23, N.
Contempt of Court, Fugitive (4) Drv., Agg. Assault Dating Partn., Plc., Illegal Poss. Stolen Over Rampart, Bench Warrant
• Jon Johnon, 30, Elizabeth Crt., Bench Warrant, Dom. Abuse $1500, Resisting an Officer • Christopher Delay, 44, Wallace
Poss. with Intent Schedule II Agg. Assault • Patricia Stewart, 31, Drv., Bench Warrant
• Michale Nathan Morrissey, 18, Haynes Rd., Poss. of Drug • Jennifer Nicole Bergeron, 31,
Deer Creek Drv., Poss. with OUTSIDE ST. BERNARD PARISH Paraphernalia, Heroin Poss., Veterans Bvd., Poss. of Drug
Intent Schedule I, Poss. of • Jonathan Raymone Caples, 33, Drugs Schedule IV, Legend Paraphernalia, Fugitive
Drug Paraphernalia, Renewal Fransco Varrett, Fugitive Drug (5), Fugitive • Jasmine Garner, 25, Vallette
Registration, Display False • Ronchristopher T. Rogers, 31, • Brett A. Neu, 55, Saint Str., Bench Warrant (6)
License Poinsettia Drv., Fugitive Ferdinand Drv., Driving While • Kimberly A. Breaux, 38,
• Clarence G. Grose, 47, Violet • Walter Hawkins, Montesano Intoxicated, Open Alcohol Bacenville, Bench Warrant (3)
Str., Hauling on Levees, No Drv., Illegal Poss. Stolen Over Container in Veh., Illegal Poss. • Charles J. Wells Jr., 37, Myrtle
Liability Insurance, Expired $1500, Drugs Schedule IV, Stolen Under $500 Str., Disturbing the Peace
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6 Education & Local News Wednesday, April 18, 2018 - The St. Bernard News
Joseph Davies Pelican Players Drama Club presented, Broadway Beat
On Wednesday, February 28th, the Joseph Davies Pelican Players Drama Club presented their 7th annual musical, "Broadway Beat."
The cast included students in grades 3rd-5th and is under the direction of teachers, Michelle Daussin, Tonya Lambert, and Terri Nobles.
Students rocked the stage in a "sold out" show at the Chalmette High Performing Arts Center.
Student performers: 3rd Graders – Grace Aiola, Kiera Alphonso, Haley Belgiovine, Sage Borne, Ethan Coker, Karmindi Grosch,Isabel-
la Held, Kaylee Hoffman, Ava Mayer, Harrison Nunez, Mackenzie
Plumstead, Carmella Rodrigue, Adisyn Torres, Jace Tucker, Marley
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Abadie, Tytiana Argeyo, Journey Bee, Mia Belsom, Sarah Breaux,
Madison Couture, Ky’Liah Cameron, Tayde Gonzalez Chavez, Ma-
cie Fernandez, Kennedi Grosch, Delilah Hartle, Kaylie Hiers, Avery
Johnston, Lindsey Ludwig, Jackson Nunez as “King of Siam” from
The King and I, Bradyn Rhoden, Kevin Roussell, Molly Schroeder,
Phoenix Sensebe, Olivia Sibal as “Anna” from The King and I, Briah
Smallwood, Gionne Solomon, Zoe Touchet, and Emma Villa. 5th
Graders – Sasha Bivins, Kelsi Cangelosi, Maegan Geralds, Sophia
Oddo, Randi Lynn Rhoden, Kailee Smith, D’Niah Spriggins, Sophia
Ali as “Elphaba” from Wicked, and Alexa Sullivan as “Glinda” from
Wicked.
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5th graders, Sophia Ali as "Elphaba" and Alexa Sullivan as "Glinda" from Wicked.
The entire cast in Greece.
Harrison Nunez, Ainsley Abadie, and Kailee Smith.
Kelsi Cangelosi, Avery Johnston, Bradyn Rhoden, and D'Niah Spriggins.
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8 Local News & Education Wednesday, April 18, 2018 - The St. Bernard News
American Cancer Society and St. Bernard Parish lead the fight
for a world without cancer through Relay For Life event
from every angle. The event to shoulder with cancer patients ing the battle waged around the
starts at 2:00 p.m. and those supporting them. clock by those facing cancer,
Josie Dietz, Volunteer Event Funds raised help the American the event can last up to 24 hours
Lead added, “We strive every Cancer Society attack cancer in and empowers communities to
year to get the word out to the dozens of ways, each of them take a stand against cancer.
public about what the Ameri- critical to achieving a world In addition to the support of
can Cancer Society has to of- without cancer – from develop- the community, Relay For Life of
fer. There are people who care ing breakthrough therapies to St. Bernard Parish is also sup-
about you and are ready to help building supportive communi- ported by many local business-
you and your loved ones facing ties, from providing empowering es and organizations. This year’s
cancer. In this position for the resources to deploying activists sponsors include: The Meraux
past two years as Event Lead, to raise awareness. Foundation, Walmart, Domino
I am learning that not everyone Founded by Dr. Gordy Klatt in Sugar, Chalmette Refining, and
knows the American Cancer Washington in 1985, the Relay Praline Connection.
Society has resources out there For Life movement unites com- Together, we can beat our
to support them. My goal is to munities across the globe to cel- biggest rival. Join or donate to
get the word out. My passion ebrate people who have been the Relay For Life of St. Bernard
is to help those who need the touched by cancer, remember Parish. Visit RelayForLife.org or
help. We all know someone who loved ones lost, and take action http://www.relayforlife.org/st-
has been affected by cancer for lifesaving change. Symboliz- bernardla.
one way or another. Come out
on April 21st at Val Riess Park
On April 21, hundreds of par- and see what we are all about.
ticipants will join together at the Be part of the progress in help-
annual Relay For Life of St. Ber- ing our community.”
nard Parish at Val Reiss Sports The American Cancer Society
Complex to help the American is the cause fighting cancer on
Cancer Society attack cancer every front; standing shoulder
Wednesday, April 18, 2018 - The St. Bernard News Obituaries 9
Louise Serigne Evans Veronica Dupuy
Louise Serigne Evans, wife of the late Anthony Veronica Dupuy passed away on Tuesday, April
Evans, Sr., passed away on April 8, 2018. She 10, 2018 at the age of 69. Beloved wife of Glenn
was 91 years old. Daughter of the late Bernard Dupuy for 52 years. Loving mother of Glenn Dupuy
Serigne and the late Leonicia Gonzales Seri- Jr. (Isabell), Mike Dupuy (Darnell) and Cindy Tucker
gne. Mother of Anthony Evans, Jr, Cheryl Evans (Shane). Daughter of the late Victor Lee Merceal and
Thomas (Bill), Sandy Evans Puig (Donald), and Louise Mae Hurst Merceal. Sister of Lillian Vincent
the late Bernard Evans, and Douglas Evans. (Wayne) and Vernon Merceal. Proud grandmother
Grandmother of Sharon Evans, Ronald Evans, of Katie, Glenn III, Dylan, Michael II, Victoria, Elyssa
Christine Thomas Griggs, Margaret Thomas (Juliana), Sarah and Michaela. Great grandmother
Manning, Lloyd Thomas, the late Douglas Evans, of Kylee. Also survived and fondly remembered by
Jr., Amy LeBouef; Faith Justice; Jessica Puig Nix and Nicholas Puig. many nieces, nephews, and her furever friend Mollie.
She was a lifetime member of the Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Veronica was born on February 21, 1949 in St. Louis, MO and was long-
Church family and enjoyed her days at the St. Bernard COA Senior time resident of St. Bernard Parish. She will be forever remembered and
Center visiting and playing bingo. deeply missed by her family and friends.
A visitation was held on Saturday, April 14, 2018 at St. Bernard Relatives and friends were invited to attend a visitation held at St. Ber-
Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue St., in Chalmette, from 9:00 nard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Tues-
a.m. to 10:30 a.m. with a Mass in her honor at 10:30 a.m. She was laid day, April 17, 2018 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. A funeral service began
to rest in St. Bernard Catholic Cemetery. To sign and view the family at 2:00 p.m. She was laid to rest in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. To view
guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com. and sign the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.
Joseph Marrione Anna Rose Calvert Kraus
Joseph (Mac) Anna Rose Calvert Kraus passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 10, 2018.
Marrione passed She was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, on August 23, 1920, to the late Rosie
away peacefully on Schubert James and John Calvert. She was preceded in death by her husband, Al-
April 12th at the age bert John Kraus, Sr., her son, Albert John “Johnny” Kraus, Jr., her grandson Jacob
of 90. He was pre- Paul Kraus, and her siblings, Margaret Mistrot, Evelyn Dornan (Huey) and Walter
ceded in death by James, Jr. (Yvonne.) Loving mother of Sr. Barbara Kraus, SSND, Sandra Alfonso,
his parents Joseph Susan McNeil and James “Jimmy” Kraus (Sue.)
Marrione and Anne She was adored by her loving grandchildren, Raymond Alfonso, Julie Clem-
Bono Marrione and ent (Jeremy), Jason McNeil (Nicole), Christopher McNeil, Katherine “Katie” McNeil
sister, Claire Mae and Andrew “Andy” McNeil. She is also survived by her great-grandchildren, Zoya,
Marrione. Joseph is survived by his be- Sele’, Rami and Maci Kraus, Alex, Dominick and Robert “Robbie” Clement and Collette “Coco” McNeil.
loved wife of 69 years, Jacqueline Carday Anna was a well-known seamstress who worked for Godchaux’s Department store for over 25 years.
Marrione. Mac is survived by his 4 children She was involved in Our Lady of Prompt Succor School from its inception and was the first president of
Ray M. Marrione (Patricia), Jean Marrione the Home and School Co-op. She was a charter member of the St. Bernard Business and Professional
Duke, (Gary), Joy Marrione Bloodsworth Women’s Club, as well as a member and float rider of the Shangri-La Carnival Organization. She loved
(Charlie) and Joseph Marrione, Jr. (Frank) spending time with the Jolly Jacks Social Club, and was always ready to share stories about their esca-
his 9 grandchildren and 13 great grand- pades.
children. He was well loved and affec- She loved Carnival Season, especially attending Carnival Balls. She was ready at a moment’s notice to
tionately known for his good nature and play cards, especially if it was dealer’s choice, and she could play “Follow the Queen.” She waited anx-
generous heart. He will be forever remem- iously every year for her invitation to The Kentucky Derby Party, hosted by her beloved cousin, Maxine.
bered as a loving and loyal husband, fa- Anna was a huge Saints fan and had the privilege of meeting Archie Manning when he was quarter-
ther, grandfather and brother. Mac was an back. She was also a dinner guest of Jim and Connie Mora while he was the Saint’s coach. She attended
avid fisherman who loved spending time the Saints games with her niece, Patsy, also known as the Super Fan, and lived long enough to see them
on the water with friends and family. He win the Super Bowl.
was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army who She didn’t like losing money, but enjoyed her Casino trips with friends and family. She was a fiery red
shared a deep faith in his God and trea- head, full of sparkle, who loved fashion and shopping at Dillard’s. She cherished her weekly hair appoint-
sured his family. ments and getting her nails polished, always a bright red.
Relatives and friends were invited to On her Saturday restaurant outings, you could bet money on her ordering fried catfish or oysters (only
attend a visitation held at St. Bernard Me- if they were in season) and her favorite baked sweet potato.
morial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue St., She will be greatly missed by the friends and family she treasured while travelling her long life’s journey.
Chalmette, LA on Monday, April 16th from Family and friends are invited to gather and celebrate her home-going on Saturday, April 21, 2018 at
10:00 a.m. to noon, followed by a funer- Our Lady Of Prompt Succor Church, 2320 Paris Road, in Chalmette from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM. A cele-
al Mass beginning at noon. He was laid bration of the Eucharist will take place at Noon. She will be laid to rest in St. Vincent de Paul Cemetery
to rest in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. No. 3. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the School Sisters of Notre Dame
To view and sign the family guestbook, Retirement Community (Chatawa), 3167 Old Hwy. 51 South, Osyka, Mississppi, 39657. To sign and view
please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com. the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.
All obituaries are available
online on our web site.
10 Events & Local News Wednesday, April 18, 2018 - The St. Bernard News
What's Happening Early voting began Saturday for Spring Municipal Elections
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The Louisiana Secretary of Voters should utilize Loui- early may do so in person at
State’s Office is encouraging all siana’s award-winning smart- their parish Registrar of Voters
On Tour: Confidential. 7:30PM. Saenger Louisianians eligible to vote in phone app, GeauxVote Mobile, Office or at other designated
Theatre, New Orleans. General tickets are the Spring Municipal General to find out where to early vote locations. For a complete listing
on sale at the Saenger Theatre Box Office, Election to consider voting ear- as well as what’s on their ballot. of early voting locations, visit
ticketmaster.com or by calling 800-745- ly. Early voting began Saturday, Across the state, 42* parishes https://voterportal.sos.la.gov/
3000. The box office, located at 1111 Canal April 14 and continues through have elections ranging from EarlyVoting.
St., is open Monday through Friday 10am to Saturday, April 21 from 8:30 candidate runoffs to parish and Election Day for the Spring
5pm. All tickets subject to applicable service a.m. to 6:00 p.m. daily, exclud- local propositions. Municipal General Election is
charges and fees. ing Sunday, April 15. Citizens who want to vote Saturday, April 28.
• APRIL 27, 2018 - Queens of the Stone
Age. Saenger Theatre, New Orleans. Tickets Film St. Bernard offers additional tax incentives to spur local economy
are on sale at livenation.com and ticketmas-
ter.com. St. Bernard Parish Govern- “The Film St. Bernard incen- film industry sector.”
• MAY 11, 2018 - An evening with Chica- ment, in partnership with the tive program showcases the The incentive will be man-
go. Saengar Theater, New Orleans. Tickets St. Bernard Economic Devel- unique culture St. Bernard has aged by the newly created Film
are on sale at the Saenger Theatre Box Of- opment Foundation (SBEDF), to offer and enhances the lo- Incentive Review Panel (FIRP),
fice, ticketmaster.com or by calling 800-745- is sweetening the pot for mo- cal economy,” said Katie Tom- populated by the St. Bernard
3000. The box office, located at 1111 Canal tion-picture film, digital, and maseo, St. Bernard Parish Film Film Commissioner, the Execu-
St., is open Monday through Friday 10am to television productions with the Commissioner. tive director of SBEDF, the ap-
5pm. All tickets subject to applicable service announcement of a new tax in- In order for a project to be pointee of the Chair of the St.
charges and fees. centive program, “Film St. Ber- eligible, they must meet sever- Bernard Parish Council, and
• MAY 19, 2018 - Joe Bonamassa. Saengar nard.” The program was cre- al requirements outlined in the two volunteer Certified Public
Theater, New Orleans. Tickets are on sale at ated to encourage growth and incentive guidelines including Accountants.
the Saenger Theatre Box Office, ticketmaster. investment in St. Bernard Parish production or soundstage lo- “A 3.5% rebate definitely
com or by calling 800-745-3000. The box of- by offering a rebate for lodg- cation within St. Bernard Par- puts St. Bernard Parish in the
fice, located at 1111 Canal St., is open Mon- ing, payroll expenses, and other ish and a total of acceptable forefront of locality for film pro-
day through Friday 10am to 5pm. All tickets production expenditures made local expenditures of at least duction companies” said Bryan
subject to applicable service charges and within the parish. $150,000. Polk, Chief Financial Officer of
fees. The Film St. Bernard incen- The program has the unan- the St. Bernard Parish Sheriff’s
• MAY 22, 26, 27, 2018 - Steely Dan and tive is designed to complement imous support of both the St. Office and volunteer FIRP mem-
The Doobie Brothers. Tickets for the tour the Louisiana Motion Picture In- Bernard Parish Council and ber.
are on sale at LiveNation.com. Visit Steely- vestor Tax Credit and support Parish President, who feel the David Huff, Chief Financial
DanOfficial.com for more information. building upon a successful his- film industry is vital the wealth, Officer and Controller of Nunez
• MAY 25, 26, 27, 2018 - Bayou Country tory of motion-pictures shot in prosperity, and growth of St. Community College, said “The
Superfest. Visit www.BayouCountrySuper- St. Bernard including Daddy’s Bernard. film productions that have come
fest.com for details. Home, Terminator Genesis, and “I am so happy to see these to St. Bernard Parish have
• JUNE 14, 2018 - Maroon 5. Smoothie King Deepwater Horizon. film companies coming to St. great positive economic im-
Center, New Orleans. Tickets on sale at tick- “St. Bernard has witnessed Bernard,” said Wanda Alcon, St. pact. These productions spend
etmaster.com. first-hand the impact the film Bernard Parish Councilmember. money at our restaurants, gas
• JUNE 20, 2018 - The Eagles. Smoothie industry can have on the lo- “They are spending money in stations, and other retail busi-
King Center, New Orleans. Tickets are avail- cal economy,” said Andrew our hotels, gas stations, restau- nesses. The benefits are more
able at www.ticketmaster.com or eagles. Jacques, Executive Director of rants, and hardware stores. This widespread than most people
com. SBEDF. “With the introduction is such a boost for our busi- would expect.” Huff also serves
• JUNE 21, 2018 - Yanni. Saenger The- of the Film St. Bernard incentive, nesses while brining tax dollars on the FIRP.
atre, New Orleans. Tickets are on sale at the we are positioning St. Bernard to our parish.” Individuals interested in re-
Saenger Theatre Box Office, ticketmaster. as the model parish to sustain “We understand the impact of ceiving more information about
com or by calling 800-745-3000. The box and grow Hollywood South.” the film industry has across the the program are encouraged
office, located at 1111 Canal St., is open Film St. Bernard is the most spectrum of our local econo- to contact SBEDF at contact@
Monday through Friday 10am to 5pm. All competitive local incentive in my,” said Parish President, Guy sbedf.org or [phone], or
tickets subject to applicable service charges Louisiana with a 3.5% rebate McInnis. “I am grateful for the the St. Bernard Parish Office
and fees. on expenses within St. Bernard support of the Council on this of Film and Television at ktom-
• JUNE 24, 2018 - Diana Krall. Saenger Parish that contribute to the lo- new initiative and look forward [email protected] or (504) 278-
Theatre, New Orleans. Tickets are on sale at cal economy. to further building around the 4242.
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box office, located at 1111 Canal St., is open 7:30 PM. Tickets are on sale at the Saenger on women, featuring electrifying headline estival.com.
Monday through Friday 10am to 5pm.• JUNE Theatre Box Office, ticketmaster.com or by performances from Janet Jackson; Mary J. • JULY 17, 2018 - Sam Smith. Smoothie King
26, 2018 - Pixies and Weezer. Bold Sphere calling 800-745-3000. The box office, locat- Blige; a headline set featuring Erykah Badu Center, New Orleans. Tickets are on sale at
Music at Champions Square. Tickets on sale ed at 1111 Canal St., is open Monday through and Jill Scott, with special guests Snoop samsmithworld.com. Each ticket purchased
at ticketmaster.com. Friday 10am to 5pm. All tickets subject to ap- Dogg and many others in a special curation online for any of the U.S. dates on The Thrill
• JUNE 28, 2018 - Darryl Hall, John Oates plicable service charges and fees. Purchasing by The Roots; Xscape; Fantasia and Miguel. Of It All tour will include a copy of Smith’s
and Train. Smoothie King Center, New Orle- a ticket does not guarantee a reading. *Additional acts will be announced in the new album. Visit http://samsmithworld.com
ans. Tickets are on sale at LiveNation.com. • JULY 5-8, 2018 - Essence Festival. Mer- coming weeks. For information about ticket for additional details.
• JULY 1, 2018 - Theresa Caputo Live! The cedes-Benz Superdome, New Orleans. The sales, accommodations and the latest news