Audrey Champagne Raziano says when her family first began the Fishing for Frankie fundraiser tournament to honor the memory of her brother, nobody ever dreamed it would endure the test of time like it has, a community staple for more than a decade – and that’s why last year’s forced cancellation due to COVID-19 was tough to accept. […]
Craig “Shorty” Brignac has been dealt numerous blows over the past few years. Through them all, he’s persevered onward. […]
Jordan Arnaud came to the Fishing for Frankie Memorial Bass Tournament every year for the last five years and then the Des Allemands 10-year-old did the amazing at this year’s fundraiser. Jordan won a cut-out, […]
The ninth annual Fishing for Frankie fundraiser tournament saw its best ever turnout of participants, paving the way for the event to raise more than $18,000 for Hahnville resident Meghan Schexnayder as she battles cancer. […]
Set for its ninth year of raising money to benefit those battling illness, the Fishing for Frankie tournament has become an event embraced by the community, and one that perfectly aligns with the ideals of its namesake. […]
A record 44 boats braved the elements August 23, to fish the 8th Annual Fishing for Frankie Memorial Bass Tournament at the old Somme’s Marina in Des Allemands. […]
Eight years ago, a fishing tournament was established to help Luling’s Frankie Champagne during his battle with cancer. Champagne has since passed — the same cannot be said of his name, his memory and the things he stood for. […]
Proceeds from this year’s Fishing for Frankie tournament will help pay medical costs for Janice Rome Vicknair, who was diagnosed with stage four cancer four years ago. […]
The 7th annual Fishing for Frankie bass tournament is scheduled Aug. 8 at Pier 90 in Avondale. […]
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