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Houma’s Elope Bridal Boutique Creates Unforgettable Bridal Experiences
Elope Bridal Boutique, located in the heart of downtown Houma, stands as a testament to the passion and dedication of its owner, Jillian Trant, in creating unforgettable bridal experiences. Founded by the proud owner of The Bridal Corner in Thibodaux, Louisiana, the new boutique was born out of a desire...
Crowd gathers in Houma's courthouse square to celebrate Juicefest
Houma’s third Juicefest drew nearly 1,000 people to downtown Houma. The music festival Sunday, July 14, brought musicians from various parts of Louisiana, showcased local nonprofits and took a moment to honor a local hero who died earlier this year. It took place at Houma’s courthouse square from 4 p.m. until about 9...
Woman arrested, man sought in MC drug investigation
Morgan City police arrested a woman and are looking for a second suspect after a search at a Railroad Avenue home turned up cocaine, marijuana, synthetic marijuana and cash, the Police Department said. Andrea Bridget Vaughn, 31, Railroad Avenue, Morgan City, was arrested at 5:22 p.m. Tuesday on charges of...
Former Luling priest accused of sex crimes denied bond, set to be extradited to Texas
A former Louisiana priest who has been credibly accused of sex crimes in several states will be extradited to Texas soon. Anthony Odiong, 55, who was a priest in Luling from 2015 to 2023, is accused of sexual assault and, most recently, possession of child pornography, according to a news release issued by the Waco Police Department.
Police seek victims in serial sex assault investigation
Waco, Tx (FOX44) – The Waco Police Department is looking for possible additional victims in a serial sexual assault investigation involving a Catholic priest. Waco police spokesperson Cierra Shipley said that in March of this year, credible information was reported to the Waco Police Department regarding a sexual assault that occurred in 2012. The individual who allegedly committed this sexual assault is a Catholic priest by the name of Father Anthony Odiong. During the subsequent investigation, a case of possession of child pornography was uncovered, which led to the arrest of Anthony Odiong on July 16, 2024, in Ave Maria, Florida, by the Florida Caribbean Regional Fugitive Task Force. He is currently in the Collier County Jail awaiting extradition. Shipley said the arrest was made possible by work of the U.S. Marshals Service.
Former Luling priest arrested, facing child porn and sex assault allegations in Texas
Rev. Anthony Odiong, the priest dismissed last year from St. Anthony of Padua Church in Luling, was arrested Tuesday morning in Florida on a Texas warrant accusing him of possession of child pornography, according to authorities. The Waco Police Department is also investigating allegations that the Catholic priest sexually assaulted...
Weekend Roundup: July 19-21
Island Strong Music Fest | July 18 – July 20 | Tarpon Rodeo Pavilion – The three-day festival will feature live music, food, craft booths and various other vendors that will support Grand Isle’s recovery from Hurricane Ida. All proceeds go to rebuilding Grand Isle’s recreational facilities and other projects vital to the town’s recovery.
Assumption Parish man pleads guilty to possession of child porn
BAYOU L’OURSE , La. (WAFB) - A Bayou L’Ourse man was sentenced to more than a decade in prison on charges of possession of child pornography. Officials announced Luke Legnon, 44, pled guilty to possession of pornography involving juveniles on Monday, July 15. According to authorities, Morgan City...
Morgan City man pleads guilty to child porn charges; faces 13 years in prison
MORGAN CITY — A Morgan City man pleaded guilty to child porn charges, the District Attorney's office said. Luke Legnon, 44, pleaded guilty on Monday to possession of pornography involving juveniles. Legnon's guilty plea came as a result of a plea agreement with prosecutors in connection with a 2023...
See who’s qualifying for Gonzales chief of police, Donaldsonville mayor
ASCENSION PARISH, La. (BRPROUD) – Candidates for the Gonzales police chief and mayor of Donaldsonville started qualifying for the Nov. 5 election on Wednesday. The qualifying period for candidates is 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. from July 17-19. Local and municipal candidates qualify with the clerk of court in the parish they are registered for. Federal and state candidates qualify at the Louisiana State Archives.
Charles “Chuck” Terracina, Jr.
Charles “Chuck” Mitchel Terracina, Jr., 62, died Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 8:25 AM. Born March 20, 1962, he was a native of Lutcher and resident of Thibodaux. A visitation will be held on Saturday, July 20, 2024 from 8:00 AM until service time at Ordoyne Funeral Home. A Memorial Service will begin at 10:00 AM at the funeral home with burial following at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Cemetery.
KRISTY ANGEL WALKER
Kristy Angel Walker, 42, a native of Morgan City and resident of Bayou L’Ourse, died Wednesday, July 10, 2024. She was preceded in death by numerous family members. She is survived by her daughter, Paige Davis; mother, Leah Ledet; father and stepmom, Andy and Sarah Walker; sisters, Tabitha Bennett, Crystal Walker, Brianne Taraba, Brittany Cary, Heather Howell and Catina Foret; and brothers, Matthew Walker and Andrew Taraba.
Poet, CF Industries to Use Low-CO2 Ammonia to Reduce Farm, Ethanol Emissions
LINCOLN, Neb. (DTN) -- The nation's largest ethanol producer and one of the largest ammonia fertilizer companies are developing a pilot project to reduce the carbon intensity of ethanol and corn production using low-carbon ammonia as a fertilizer. Poet LLC and CF Industries have announced a collaboration that will involve...
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