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Local band Vet Jams is launching community events aimed at supporting veterans & reducing mental health stigma.

They will host concerts and outreach programs to bring local residents together in the coming months.

During Mardi Gras, confrontations emerged along the parade route when a woman grabbed a throw from Courtney P. as bystanders recorded the exchange.

Counselor Alisha Bentley said lingering pandemic isolation and social media trends may have shifted how people share crowded spaces.

LASPCA faces changes due to a tight city budget as thousands of animals arrive and about 80% get adopted; the shelter plans to adjust its services soon.

Sean Fazende and Andre Johnson Jr evaluate the DraftKings projection for the Saints win total set at 7.5 as they debate the over/under and review cornerback Alontae Taylor’s upcoming contract decision — their insights bolster local interest in NFL team strategies.

Local Slidell boxer Kaleb Aguero, 15, won his 119-pound class at the Region 6 Silver Gloves tournament in Sherwood, Ark last month + now he will compete in the National Silver Gloves tournament in Independence, Mo from Feb.

25-28.

Covington Lions won their first district title in over 14 years with a 76-58 win over the Mandeville Skippers at Hubie Gallagher Gymnasium on Feb.

19. The team now awaits playoff brackets and could face district rivals next round.

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.