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Mon, 09/24/2018 - 9:27am

Harrison Raywood
Lemaire
A son, Harrison Raywood Lemaire, was born Tuesday, September 11, 2018, at Abbeville General to Tia Lynn Schexnaider and Austin Ray Lemaire of Abbeville.

Zoe Nova Lange Jackson
A daughter, Zoe Nova Lange Jackson, was born Monday, September 10, 2018, at Abbeville General to Vivian Lange Dorsey of Abbeville and Antione Versean Jackson of Opelousas.

Kyle Bade Saunier
A son, Kyle Bade Saunier, was born, Friday, September 14, 2018, at Abbeville General to Destiny Renee Saunier of Delcambre.

Roger Lee Harrison, III
A son, Roger Lee Harrison, III, was born Tuesday, September 18, 2018, at Abbeville General to Monique Marie Loftin and Roger Lee Harrison, Jr. of Abbeville.

Wyatt Nicholas Frederick
A son, Wyatt Nicholas Frederick, was born Wednesday, September 19, 2018, at Abbeville General to Michelle Andrea’ Kapanke and Charles David Frederick, Jr. of Abbeville.

Sage Noelle Gage
A daughter Sage Noelle Gage, was born Monday, September 17, 2018, at Abbeville General to Sadie Nicole Davis and Jarrod Wayne Gage of Abbeville.

Sarah Romero and Jeremy Vaughan

Sarah Romero - Jeremy Vaughan to exchange wedding vows

Mon, 09/24/2018 - 9:27am

Melvin and Beth Romero of Abbeville are pleased to announce the engagement and forthcoming marriage of their daughter Sarah Anne Romero to Jeremy Reed Vaughan of Abbeville. He is the son of Gerald and Jacqueline Bernard of Clinton, LA and Kevin Vaughan Sr., of Cankton.
The wedding will take place on Saturday, November 10, 2018, at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church.
Grandparents of the future bride are Douglas and Ruby Romero of Abbeville and Lonnie and Pat Scott Sr. of New Iberia and the late Patricia Ann Scott of Jeanerette.
Great-grandparents of the future bride are the late Emick and Avia Theriot of Erath, the late Alphe and Lillian Romero of Abbeville, the late Claude and Rena Leblanc of Jeanerette, the late Beulah Smith of Mississippi and the late Cecil Scott of Lafayette.
Sarah is a 2012 graduate of North Vermilion High School and a 2017 graduate of UL Lafayette with a Bachelor’s of Science in Biology. She is currently employed by All Dogs Grooming.
Jeremy is a 2011 graduate of Acadiana High School. He is employed with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development.

Connor Menard and Jena Landry

Jena Landry - Connor Menard announce engagement

Mon, 09/24/2018 - 9:25am

Mr. and Mrs. Boyd Dennis Landry of Maurice, are pleased to announce the engagement and forthcoming marriage of their daughter, Jena Elizabeth Landry, to Connor James Menard of Maurice. He is the son of Dirk and Andrea Menard of Maurice.
The wedding Mass will take place on Friday, December 14, 2018, at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church in Abbeville.
Grandparents of the future bride are Janelle Landry and the late Alvin Landry of Maurice and Charles and Rosalie Waguespack of Vacherie, LA.
Jena is a 2012 graduate of Vermilion Catholic High School and a 2016 graduate of UL Lafayette with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education where she was a member of Kappa Delta Sorority.
She is employed at Cecil Picard Elementary in Maurice.
Grandparents of the prospective groom are Aaron and LouElla Lalande of Maurice, LA and Larry and Kathy Menard of Duson, LA.
Connor is a 2014 graduate of Vermilion Catholic High School and a 2018 graduate of UL Lafayette with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Petroleum Engineering. He is employed by Nalco Champion.

Mrs. Dalton James Donnell

Shayna Lasalle - Dalton Donnell exchange vows of marriage

Mon, 09/24/2018 - 9:24am

Miss Shayna Fynn Lasalle of Forked Island and Dalton James Donnell of Crowley, were joined in holy matrimony during a ceremony held on Saturday, September 22, 2018 at St. Puis X Catholic Church in Lafayette Louisiana.
The bride is the daughter of John Jr. and Jackie Lasalle of Forked Island. Her grandparents are George and Joyce Harrington of Forked Island and John Sr. and Audrey Lasalle of Kaplan.
The groom is the son of the late Jeffery Alan Donnell Sr. of Lebanon TN and Kansas Hibdon of Cottontown TN and stepmother, Sandra Donnell of Crowley.
Music was provided by Kyle Monceaux.
Readings were given by Cindy Constantine, cousin of the bride and Christina Doucet, friend of the groom.
Flowers were crafted by Angie Demette. Photos were by VMA photography.
The usher was Caleb Costello, friend of the groom .
Escorted by her father, the bride wore a dress by Oleg Cassini, exclusively at David Bridal, with a white/ivory strapless ball gown which evoked the Grace Kelly glamor with 2,600 beads, sweetheart neckline and scallop trimmed full princess worthy skirt. The ensemble was completed with a chapel train.
Emily Landry served as matron of honor and Bailey Sellers served as maid of honor. Bridesmaids included Ashton Hargrave, Hannah Chastant and Katie Ledoux, all friends of the bride; Caitlin Harrington, cousin of the bride; Alicia LaSalle, sister in law of the bride and Karen Russell aunt of the bride. The junior bridesmaid was Chloe Harrington, cousin of the bride. The flower girl was Ari LaSalle, godchild of the bride.
The bridesmaids wore a grape chiffon, elegant floor length gown. The flower girl wore a white/ivory satin dress topped with lace and tulle.
The groomsmen wore charcoal gray tuxedos. Best men were Chris Guidry and Jeff Donnell, brothers of the groom. Groomsmen included Tristan LaSalle, brother of the bride; Logan Harrington, cousin of the bride; Josh Doucet, Jacob Doucet, Travis Bertrand and Logan Costello, all friends of the groom. The junior groomsman was Trevor Doucet, nephew of the groom. Ring bearer was Corbin LaSalle, nephew of the bride.
A reception followed the ceremony at the Petroleum Club in Lafayette.
Upon their return from their wedding trip to the western Carribean, the couple will reside in Kaplan Louisiana.

James Schexnayder, Tiffani Broussard, Kathy Cormier and Richard Melancon

Links des Pink donation

Mon, 09/24/2018 - 9:21am

Link des Pink Cancer Organization has donated a total of 44 mammogram certificates valued at approximately $450 each to Abbeville General Hospital to use on those that are less fortunate or not financially unable.
This could not have been accomplished without special help from Ray Landry, Administrative Director of Abbeville General Hospital and James Schexnayder, Imaging Manager.
A maximum of 3 certificates is allowed per patient. These certificates can be used 3 ways:
1) For an initial digital mammogram & reading by interpreting physician
or:
2) For a follow up diagnostic mammogram & reading by interpreting physician or:
3) Ultrasound & reading by interpreting physician
Since the inception in 2007, Links des Pink Cancer organization has raised just under $200,000. With no paid positions, all the net funds we received are 100% donated. The mission has always been to help our neighbors, friends and family. Be kind enough to offer us your support either through donations, following and sharing our Facebook page or actively joining in this crusade to FIGHT CANCER! Won’t you help and support us! Call 337-247-7465 fax 1-866-770-8755 email: Linksdespink@gmail.com http://linksdespink.org. Follow and like them on Facebook!

Mrs. Kyle Mitchell Harrington

Miss Kaylie Trahan becomes Mrs. Kyle Harrington

Mon, 09/24/2018 - 9:17am

Miss Kaylie Lynn Trahan and Mr. Kyle Mitchell Harrington were joined in marriage during nuptial Mass held at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Kaplan on Saturday, September 22, 2018.
Father Mark Miley officiated the 6 p.m. ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Donna LeBlanc Trahan and Kelly Joseph Trahan. Her grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Curney LeBlanc of Abbeville, La., Peggy Babineaux Trahan and the late Lloyd Joseph Trahan of Abbeville.
Parents of the groom are Keith Hargrave and Kathy Harrington of Kaplan. His grandparents are Leo and Vernice Harrington of Kaplan and the late Ewill Paul Hargrave and Audrey Leonard Hargrave of Kaplan.
Lenwood Meaux, organist, provided music for the special occasion. Vocalists were Earl Seaux and Murphy Guilbeaux.
Escorted by her grandmother, Peggy Babineaux Trahan, the bride found her gown exclusively at A-Nets Bridal Boutique. The delicate slim-fitting lace silhouette began with a scooped neckline and off-the-shoulder capped sleeves. The V-shaped back featured satin buttons over a zipper enclosure and finished with a chapel length train. A fingertip length veil with lace trim completed the ensemble. She carried a hand tied bouquet of white peonies, white rose and white lilies accented with silver dollar juke and silver dollar eucalyptus.
Serving as matron of honor is Demetri Babinea Lopez, cousin of the bride. Bridesmaids included Constance Hebert, Kristen Baker Mouton, Justin Bertrand, Lexi Broussard, Kyla Hargrave, Natalie Thompson and Alaina Thompson. Junior bridesmaids were Addison Broussard and Alexis Frederick.
Each bridesmaid wore a different style long teal dress which featured a lace bodice with an illusion neckline, a ribbon defined waist and a fluid mesh skirt with a slit.
The mother of the groom wore a navy flowy chiffon mermaid dress which featured a peplum-style lace bodice adorned with sequins and a jewel-embellished sash at the waist.
The mother of the bride wore a silver zippered back chiffon lace gown with a high neckline, a brooch at the waist and three quarter length sleeves.
The attendants carried bouquets of orange lilies accented with silver dollar eucalyptus.
Flower girls were Lily Broussard, daughter of Kem and Stephanie Broussard of Baton Rouge, La. and Ava Broussard, daughter of Matthew and Tawayna Broussard of Duson, La.
They wore A-line, princess ankle length dresses of satin, tulle and lace with a sleeveless scoop neck and sash/bow. They carried a small replica of the bride’s bouquet.
Escorting her granddaughter, Ms. Peggy Babineaux wore a three piece ensemble with along, sequined lace plus-sized jacket, paired with a matching lace shell and wide-leg jersey pants.
Nicholas Mouton served as best man. Groomsmen included James Godwin, Cedric Stelly, Matthew Turner, Peyton Broussard, Alex Broussard, Coby Courville and Paxton Fusilier. The junior groomsman was Brett Frederick. Ring bear was Brooks Lopez, son of Chris and Demetri Lopez of Broussard. Ushers included Steven Gosvener, Jr. and Kenneth Guidry.
The reception was held immediately following the ceremony at the Warehouse in Rayne, La.
The four tiered bride’s cake was decorated with fresh flowers which coordinated with the bride’s bouquet.
The groom’s cake consisted of a Louisiana tradition, a crawfish boil pot.
Compliments of Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Mouton, the bride and groom were able to take a wedding trip to Disney World in Orlando, Florida. They will reside in Kaplan upon their return.
A rehearsal dinner was held at the home of Angela and Cory Broussard on Thursday, Sept. 20.
The bride is a 2008 graduate of Kaplan High School and is employed by Ray Chevrolet.
The groom is a 2004 graduate of Kaplan High School and is employed by Kaptel in Kaplan.

Anna Guidry

Dr. Dexter Gary

Dr. Joe Kite

Luther Herpin

Neal Guidry

Ted Simon

Kaplan High School inaugural athletic Hall of Hame inductees announced

Fri, 09/21/2018 - 2:24pm

Kaplan High School is excited to announce the inaugural class to be inducted into the newly formed Athletic Hall of Fame.
The six influential figures who were selected from Kaplan High School’s athletic history that will make up the school’s inaugural class of its Athletic Hall of Fame include:
•Dr. Dexter Gary - A 1959 graduate. Played KHS football and LSU football. Was named Citizen of the Year and served in the Army Medical Corp.
•Luther Herpin - A 1962 graduate and played football and track in high school and was the captain of the McNesse football team.
•Ted Simon - A 1952 graduate. He played football, basketball, baseball and ran track. He was also inducted into the Northwestern Hall of Fame for his football and track accomplishments.
•Anna Guidry - A 1958 graduate. Played basketball and was named All State, All District and MVP in Parish and District.
•Neal Guidry - A 1985 graduate and played basketball and ran track. He was named the All American Collegiate in track and participated the USA Olympic trials.
•Dr. Joseph Kite - A 1948 graduate and played football and basketball in high school and McNeese State University and SLI (now UL of Lafayette).
The Kaplan High School’s Athletic Hall of Fame is a first of its kind recognition, which is long overdue given the school’s history of athletic accomplishments.
This program was created to honor individuals who have accomplished significant milestones in athletics at the district, local, state and sometimes national levels.
This is just the first step in efforts to honor the hundreds of athletes who competed within the various sports programs at Kaplan High School.
Those chosen must exemplify the highest standards of sportsmanship, ethical conduct and moral character displayed on or off the field. It is easy to be a good athlete, but much harder to live a life of sound character that will not bring discredit or dishonor to Kaplan High School. It isn’t easy getting into the Hall of Fame; that is why it is such an honor.
This idea was conceived in March, 2010, and after hard work and lots of research, the Kaplan High School Athletic Hall of Fame is now a reality and it is hoped that it will live on forever.
The results of the work put into this project can be witnessed in the six inductees selected for its initial ceremony.
It is the hope and wishes of the governing body of the Kaplan High School Hall of Fame that all of you will stop, look, and listen to the all the things that will be happening concerning the HOF and you will participate in some form or fashion in the years to come.
The community is invited to witness the first induction ceremony and to celebrated with the inductees. It will be held on the Thursday of homecoming week, Thursday, September 27, in the KHS gymnasium. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 a person.

Eastridge Nursing and Rehab Center staff honored and celebrated the housekeeping department employees during National Housekeeping week which was September 9-15.

Honoring staff

Fri, 09/21/2018 - 7:05am

Kappa Zeta Sorority recently donated canned goods to Christian Service Center of Abbeville. This organization helps the needy in the surrounding area. Pictured are (l-r) Kappa Zeta Treasurer, Marlene Theriot; incoming president, Diana Frederick; outgoing president, Rachel Miller; volunteer, Denise Frederick and Director of Development with Christian Service Center, Kelli Davis.

Kappa Zeta Sorority donates Christian Service Center

Fri, 09/21/2018 - 7:03am

Photo by Bruce Schultz/LSU AgCenter
Water is pumped onto a rice field that will be used for crawfish. Mark
Shirley, an agent with the LSU AgCenter and Louisiana Sea Grant, recommends
crawfish producers wait for cooler temperatures before flooding their fields.

It’s almost time to flood crawfish ponds

Thu, 09/20/2018 - 9:08am

It’s almost time to flood crawfish ponds and get started on another season, said Mark Shirley, aquaculture specialist with the LSU AgCenter and Louisiana Sea Grant. But he recommends that farmers wait a few more weeks when temperatures moderate a bit before beginning to flood.
“When the lows at night dip into the 60s and the highs are no longer in the 90s, then it’s time to raise the water level and get the brood stock out of the burrows to drop their young and populate the pond,” he said. “This usually happens in the first couple of weeks in October.”
Shirley added that “flood up” means putting a deep enough flood to saturate the levees to the height where the brood stock buried in at the end of last season. That may be 12, 14 or 16 inches of water across the pond.
If rice was planted solely for crawfish forage or if a farmer is dealing with a ratoon crop, the pond has probably been flooded with 2-4 inches of water since sometime in August.
“In general, a light flood like that does not stimulate any large numbers of crawfish to emerge from their burrows,” Shirley said.
Not until the levees get saturated, either from raising the water level or a big rain, do the crawfish dig out of their burrow and enter the pond.
The water quality and vegetation that the crawfish find when they emerge will determine their survival and growth, he said.
Warm water and lots of dead or dying vegetation will cause the dissolved oxygen to drop to near zero, and any crawfish that are not killed will be so severely stressed that their growth will be delayed and stunted. “This is especially true for the baby crawfish just released off the mother’s tail,” Shirley said.
He explained that management of a pond will determine if it has a healthy habitat for crawfish to survive and grow or if it has created a “dead zone.”
Most farmers realize this, but it is sometimes difficult to maintain good water quality, Shirley said. “It all depends on the amount of decaying vegetation in the water. Just a little rotting rice straw or dead weeds will rapidly consume all the oxygen, and all the pumping in the world cannot overcome the oxygen demand.”
Ponds planted with rice at the end of July or during August should have the best water quality and require almost no flushing unless a lot of weeds are present, he said. The rice plants should be 18 to 20 inches tall by early October and can tolerate a deeper flood at that time.
The worst habitat to try to manage for crawfish production is a natural vegetation pond, Shirley said. This could be ponds with varying amounts or combinations of cattail, cutgrass, pickerelweed, grasses, sedges, cocklebur, johnsongrass and everything else that grows on a moist soil. A pond with these conditions will require frequent flushing, which can be quite expensive.
For further information about crawfish farming, Shirley can be contacted at 337-898-4335 or by email at mshirley@agcenter.lsu.edu.

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Sarah Romero - Jeremy Vaughan to exchange wedding vows

Jena Landry - Connor Menard announce engagement

Shayna Lasalle - Dalton Donnell exchange vows of marriage

Links des Pink donation

Miss Kaylie Trahan becomes Mrs. Kyle Harrington

Kaplan High School inaugural athletic Hall of Hame inductees announced

Honoring staff

Kappa Zeta Sorority donates Christian Service Center

It’s almost time to flood crawfish ponds

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