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Dillon Sentenced to 20 Years

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On Monday, December 11, 2023, Koby Dillon, 29 from Avondale, LA was found guilty by a Jury of Possession with Intent to Distribute Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Possession of Firearm by a Convicted Felon, nalia, and Possession of a Firearm While in Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance.

Sterling Sentenced to 40 Years

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On January 12, 2023, Kevin Sterling, 40 from Natchitoches, LA was found guilty by a Jury of Possession with Intent to Distribute Fentanyl, Possession with Intent to Distribute Crystal Meth, Possession with Intent to Distribute Marijuana, Possession of Firearm sion

FORTHE RECORD

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As a service to its readers, The Plaquemines Gazette reports arrests and suits filed in Plaquemines Parish. Information listed here is obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but due to the possibility of human or mechanical errors in filing, entering, and transcribing documents, this information is not guaranteed. Before acting on this information, please consult the official records.

garden

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What’s the Di rence Between Bagged Soils at the Garden Center? A trip to any garden center, grocery, or hardware store this time of year comes with a big display of bagged gardening soils near the entrance. It seems like there are more products and choices for gardeners each spring.

SPES Celebrates Black History Month

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South Plaquemines Elementary celebrates Black History Month in many ways. One of my favorite things to observe around our campus is the decorations. decorations are meaningful and are designed to teach everyone about our rich history and culture. Take for example the doors shown in the pictures. Mrs. Barthelemy’s door has a display that states, “Each and everyone of us was born with a clean heart.” Her message is full of love- the same love that she extends to students in her classroom. Mrs. Barthelemy’s theme is derived from the text Rosa Parks Goes to School. Mrs. Hammond’s door depicts the dreams of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. key takeaway from the text causes us all to re_ect -What are your dreams? How do I make the world a better place? How do we show love? front oce door is geared towards motivating and inspiring young boys, speci_cally. goal is when young boys walk into the school, they are encouraged to see themselves as leaders. team was strategic in highlighting African American trailblazers who the students might be unfamiliar to the students. We will close out our celebration of Black History Month with a culminating Black History Month Program on rsday, February 29, 2024. campus is buzzing as students are preparing for traditional dances, songs, and numerous accounts of black experiences that will be featured in the ceremony. As we move forward, we must always remember the words of Nelson Mandela, “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.”

Can’t See _rough the Wool!

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In the Middle Ages thieves prowled the streets. When they found a victim to rob, they pulled the hood of their cloak over their eyes then cut their purse o_. t is where the term “pull the wool over your eyes” comes from as well as the term “hoodwinked.”

PEACE & JUSTICE

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Age has never seemed to be such a big issue in American politics. Do we let our elected officials stay in office way too long? Should there be restrictions as to when older politicians must step down? Or should we just let the voters decide as to when someone is too old to serve? This issue is front and center because of the coming presidential election.

What Is Going On?

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Societal norms seem to be changing so fast that I have to ask, “What’s going on?” Even though this country was founded on several key principles, including freedom of religion, many believe the USA was founded as a Christian nation. t concept means di_erent things to di_erent people.

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