Good morning, Slidell.

Residents held a retirement party tonight at a local restaurant for mail carrier Keith Heigle—a dedicated worker for 47 years who built strong bonds with nearly 2,000 households on his uptown route.

New Orleans Archdiocese will hold 10 group meetings in February for clergy abuse survivors as part of a $230 million settlement, including Tuesday’s meeting at St. Luke the Evangelist in Slidell.

Survivors may share their experiences exclusively with Archbishop Gregory Aymond — each session is set at a local parish.

WWL-TV has released an app that offers live GPS tracking, parade schedules, routes, and weather forecasts for Mardi Gras events along routes like Uptown and the French Quarter.

The tool covers events from today’s Joan of Arc parade to Mardi Gras Day and select parades in March (updates added continuously).

Louisiana remains the nation’s top state for losing residents for a second year — weak economic growth has driven locals to nearby Arkansas and Texas in search of jobs.

Demographer Allison Plyer warns that continued population loss may reduce funding for schools and hospitals.

Federal officials have reduced the recommended childhood vaccine count from 17 to 11, and the Louisiana Department of Health said it will follow the CDC guidance.

Local pediatric experts warn that fewer shots for illnesses like influenza & RSV may increase preventable sickness among children.

Hannan Hawks girls soccer, led by senior midfielder Kaitlyn Brady, remains undefeated at 10-0-1 after a 3-1 win over Newman on Jan.

3. The team aims to stay healthy and focus on a state championship run (they outscored opponents 42-6 this season).

Saints and Pelicans owner Gayle Benson and Gov. Landry are in New York to seek the 2031 Super Bowl and a future NBA All-Star Game for New Orleans, discussing plans with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell while focusing on hotel capacity and planned Smoothie King Center renovations (to boost revenue).

The Slidell girls basketball team remained undefeated at 14-0 after winning 44-42 over Madison Prep and a tight 52-48 on Dec.

19; coach Kristin Twillie said strong defense and team unity helped overcome last season’s playoff loss and boost their playoff hopes.

Slidell girls basketball has built a 14-0 record on strong defense and energy, with a season-opening 44-42 win over Madison Prep and a close victory over Denham Springs on Dec.

19. The team will use this high team spirit to push for playoff success.

Pearl River Lions Club Parade

11 AM – 5 PM — McDonald's — Free entry — Celebrate community spirit with floats, music, and family fun at the beloved Pearl River Lions Parade.