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02-05-2025
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Fireman and historian remembers historic fires in Thibodaux
THIBODAUX, La. (WGNO) — Firemen with the Thibodaux Volunteer Fire Department have been fighting fires around town for years. There are a few fires that stand out for one fireman and historian's mind. New South Thibodaux Fire Station and home of Engine 26 Over the years, Thibodaux has had a rich history with some fires that have happened at landmarks all over the city. 'There was a fire that destroyed St. Joseph's Catholic Church on LA-1 during the early 1900's. It was a memorable fire for this town. There was a fire in the sacristy that rapidly spread. There were relics of St. Valerie that were brought in the early 1800's from Europe to Thibodaux. The firefighters went in and rescued St. Valerie,' Christopher Riviere, Deputy Chief of Thibodaux Fire Department said. Another fire that Riviere remembers is the fire known as the Demitasse fire on St. Mary Street which happened many years ago. 'The building was a lumber yard, and then it was converted into an antique store, refinishing place, a restaurant. It was a major fire and I remember fighting that fire as an officer during that time,' Riviere said. 'Become Something Greater' says Thibodaux Firemen's Fair 2025 poster artist Another fire that Riviere remembers is a one that happened on Nicholl's State University's campus at the library when it was being built. 'I can remember as a young kid my dad was going out to the fire. I remember on my way to elementary school he took me out to see the remains of it. Luckily they were able to save the majority of the building. I remember seeing a burnt out roof on top of the two-story brick building,' he said. Riviere said over the years, they have been there, and will continue to be there to fight the fires that happen in Thibodaux. 'Over the years, the proficiency of our department has been rated second to none because of training and the time the volunteers put in,' he arrested following Westwego fatal shooting 'Havana Nights' annual therapy fundraising gala held in Covington Fireman and historian remembers historic fires in Thibodaux Two more arrested in Tickfaw fentanyl overdose case Driver, pedestrian killed in separate Slidell-area crashes Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
02-05-2025
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Meet the 2025 Thibodaux Firemen's Fair Grand Marshal
THIBODAUX, La. (WGNO) — Leadership is an exemplary quality that is brought to mind when thinking of a fireman. We want tot introduce you to the grand Marshal of Firemen's fair 2025. WGNO's LBJ got the chance to speak with him. 'In city government, I was a council administrator for 25 years and mayor for 12 years, so almost 40 years working in local government, so first hand experience with the fire department and working with them and being able to see what a fantastic organization it is,' said Grand Marshal Tommy Eschete. 'Burnin' for you' to come out to 2025 Thibodaux Firemen's Fair If anyone knows how special the Thibodaux Volunteer Fire Department is, he does. 'Selfless volunteers, community oriented, community-minded. They did so much for us when I was mayor,' said Eschete. As a former administrator and mayor, Eschete also understands the tremendous value the department provides for residents. 'In a small city like Thibodaux, it's only about five, six square miles, and to have eight companies, and probably nine stations and a central station, cost the city nothing,' said Eschete. New South Thibodaux Fire Station and home of Engine 26 Eschete estimates that annual costs would be about $6 or $7 million, and because of that value to the Thibodaux community, he also says he's is honored to serve as this year's Firemen's Fair Grand Marshal. 'It's the whole family that's involved in it, and the first thing came to mind was 'it's a perfect opportunity to give back,'' said more arrested in Tickfaw fentanyl overdose case Driver, pedestrian killed in separate Slidell-area crashes Meet the 2025 Thibodaux Firemen's Fair Grand Marshal Daniel Callihan ruled competent to stand trial Family searching for answers after loved one went missing at work in New Orleans Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
