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Thursday, February 19th, 2026

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Good morning, Slidell. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of February.

CULTURE NEWS

  • WWL's Lily Cummings visited Kenney's Seafood today to see how the restaurant is preparing for high-Lenten demand. The feature highlights local efforts to adjust the menu for increased seasonal orders.  WWL-TV

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Louisiana SNAP restrictions went into effect on Feb. 18, limiting purchases of candy, soda + energy drinks with benefits; Gov. Jeff Landry defended the new rules as part of the state’s effort to promote healthier eating habits.  WDSU

SPORTS NEWS

  • Nine St. Tammany soccer teams reached the state quarterfinals with six advancing to the semifinals—boys Division IV Pope John Paul II will host Calvary Baptist Saturday at 2 p.m. while girls St. Scholastica meets St. Thomas More Friday at 5 p.m.  The Times-Picayune
  • Saints quarterback Tyler Shough (Fan Rookie of the Year) became a dad after his wife, Jordan, gave birth to their first child on Feb. 18. He shared the happy news on Instagram and described fatherhood as the best thing they have ever done.  WDSU
  • Lakeshore first baseman Sydney Arnold hit a grand slam on her 17th birthday to lead the Titans to a 9-1 win over Northshore on Feb. 18. Junior pitcher Bella Litolff delivered a complete-game win, setting a strong tone for the season.  The Times-Picayune

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Bubbly on the Bayou - 16th Annual

    11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Bubble Bayou — Charity fundraiser — Celebrate with a Kentucky Derby themed champagne brunch benefiting Rainbow Child Care.

    Sat, 3/21/26

    View event

REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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