Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries enforcement agents cited a Belle Chasse man for alleged oyster violations on April 13 in Plaquemines Parish. Agents cited Shane Shelley, 38, for improperly filling out oyster tags, violation of the state’s sanitation code as it pertains to keeping adequate records on sight with the oysters, failure to maintain trip tickets and adulterating and misbranding seafood.

As the War in Ukraine rages on, one wonders what the aftermath will look like. It also appears this will not end anytime soon. Russia will retreat to the east to solidify its occupation in Donbas, try to seize the Black Sea Ports on Ukraine’s south, then declare victory.

Britain’s former Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli was full of insight with his poignant anecdotes. He once summed up the political courage of one of his opponents by observing: “Our citizens are moving in the streets. And I must find out which way they are going, and get in front of them. For I am their leader.”

The Republican Women of Louisiana (RWL) recently hosted a crime summit at Four Columns in Harvey. The speakers informed those in attendance of the crime stats in 2022. Pictured, from left: Plaquemines Parish Sheriff Gerald A. Turlich Jr., Mary Fay Legnon (RWL Treasurer), Tammy Prine (RWL Secretary), Stacey Perreira (RWL First Vice-President), Heidi Nungesser Landry (RWL Second Vice-President), Jefferson Parish Sheriff Joseph P. Lopinto III, and Rafael C. Goyeneche III (President of the Metropolitan Crime Commission). For information about the RWL, contact Heidi Nungesser Landry at 504.874.6141.

The American Legion Post 329 of Belle Chasse and District Attorney Charles Ballay partnered to bring Easter Baskets to 30 children in Plaquemines Parish. Each year, Bryan and Sheryl Ruiz volunteer to help organize and put together the baskets that were distributed. This year’s baskets included chocolate treats, a special toy, eggs filled with candy, and a chocolate Easter Bunny. The baskets were delivered to the children on April 14. The American Legion, under the leadership of Commander John Richardson, donated the baskets to children who are in most need and with the help of the District Attorney’s Office, the children were able to receive their baskets in time for Easter. Pictured, from left: Ronnie Richoux – member, Rae Riley – DA staff member, John Richardson – Commander, Bryan Ruiz – volunteer, District Attorney Charles Ballay, Sheryl Ruiz – volunteer, and Ollie Billiot – member.

Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser and the Louisiana Seafood Promotion and Marketing Board have begun the search for chefs to participate in the 15th Annual Louisiana Seafood Cook-Off, which will be held Tuesday, June 7, 2022, at the Cajundome Convention Center in Lafayette. Chefs from across the state who meet the eligibility standards are invited to submit applications by the Friday, May 6, deadline.

Belle Chasse Academy held a t-shirt design contest to celebrate the implementation of the “Leader in Me” initiative this year. Each grade level had a winning design and shirts were printed and given to students and staff and group photos were taken. The following students were the winning t-shirt designers:

Boothville-Venice Elementary School (BVES) is excited to congratulate the students who achieved their Accelerated Reader (AR) goal for the third nine weeks. Students achieving their reading goals are recognized by their picture on the BVES Wall of Fame, AR cart of prizes and a morning show shout out by Mrs. Maria Prout, Principal of BVES. Thanks to the generous donation from our AR sponsor, Phillips 66, Accelerated Reader achievers receive rewards for their progress. Mrs. Prout reminds her students every day – “Good, better, best... don’t let it rest... until your good becomes better and your better is your best!” Happy Reading!

April 6, 2022 205 Poinsettia Dr., Belle Chasse. Jennifer M.

Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser today led the third Statewide Litter Abatement and Beautification Task Force meeting at Capitol Park Museum in Baton Rouge. “This morning, we heard from key state agencies such as Department of Transportation and Development and Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries regarding their current efforts to combat our litter crisis.