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Good morning, Slidell. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Krewe of Mona Lisa and MoonPie, Slidell's original marching arts parade, announces 'Mona's Record Store!' as its 2025 theme, inviting the community to celebrate art and humor in Olde Towne.  The Times-Picayune
  • In St. Tammany Parish, fireworks are allowed in unincorporated areas but can lead to fines or jail in certain cities, highlighting the importance of understanding local regulations.  WDSU

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Entergy successfully restored electricity following the partial collapse of a building on Monday evening.  WWL-TV

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • The Fritchie Marsh in the Big Branch Marsh National Wildlife Refuge is undergoing a restoration project until spring 2026 to enhance storm protection and environmental resilience.  The Times-Picayune

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • New FCC regulations significantly reduce the cost of calls to and from incarcerated individuals in Louisiana, dropping rates from 25 cents per minute to as low as 6 cents.  Louisiana Radio Network

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • COAST is encouraging individuals, especially seniors, to start the new year by exploring new hobbies and staying active through a variety of offered classes and online resources.  The Times-Picayune

SAFETY NEWS

  • Assistant Chief of Fire Prevention highlights the importance of vigilance when buying toys with lithium batteries after a toy boat catches fire in a family's garage.  WWL-TV

SPORTS NEWS

  • The St. Tammany Farmer highlights the top 10 unforgettable football games of 2024, showcasing the dramatic and competitive nature of the season.  The Times-Picayune
  • Joseph Bernardez's game-winning steal and score led Kennedy to a 39-38 victory over Hannan in the championship game of the Hannan Hoops Classic.  The Times-Picayune

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