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Friday, February 27th, 2026
Good morning, Slidell. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Former Gem Theater, once a brewery, will open as a baseball center early this year, said owner Adam Ritter. The 12,000 sqft site at South Broad Street and Thalia Street will include an outdoor diamond — City Council approved a zoning exception and parking waiver. The Times-Picayune
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Louisiana Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain warns that dry and windy conditions may lead to more wildfires soon. Residents across 22 parishes are urged to obey burn bans and avoid actions like burning trash or mishandling chains as a precaution. WWL-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Louisiana SPCA’s Christian Moon explains how spaying and neutering pets reduces overpopulation and improves pet health — the talk offers helpful advice for local pet owners. The SPCA provides guidance and resources for those planning responsible pet care. WWL-TV
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Public records show several property transfers in St. Tammany Parish from Feb. 2-6, 2026, with transactions ranging from modest home sales to multi-million-dollar deals. The Times-Picayune
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Feb. 26, the Northshore Panthers secured a 62 to 39 win over Salmen in the Division I nonselect playoff opener, led by Tyrie Spencer’s 20 points. They will face either St. Amant or Hahnville in the next round. The Times-Picayune
- ➤ Covington Lions secured a 60—44 win over Airline with a strong second half at Hubie Gallagher Gymnasium and will face top seeded Zachary on March 3. Coach Ryan Rushing said the defense built momentum throughout the game. The Times-Picayune
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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.
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