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Saturday, February 28th, 2026
Good morning, Slidell. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Olde Towne Slidell revamped its historic district last year using a $200,000 budget—installing benches, bicycle racks, renovating Carey Street Park, and launching new local programs—as detailed by Main Street program head Tiffani McManus at a Feb. 24 City Council meeting. The Times-Picayune
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Meteorologist Scot Pilie explained that current dry weather is slowing crawfish harvests while prices stay around $5.50 per pound boiled and $3.95 live. Forecasts show little rain this weekend and a wetter setup (8 to 14-day outlook) in early March that may lower prices. WDSU
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Audubon Aquarium said 26 rescued sea turtles will not be released at Grand Isle today after crude oil was found near the Louisiana Offshore Oil Port facility — officials halted the event to protect the animals and are reviewing next steps. WWL-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officials report that since La. 36 closed for bridge repairs, traffic on Horseshoe Island Road has surged over 400%—with most vehicles speeding above the 25-mph limit, prompting calls for extra signage and enforcement from local residents. The Times-Picayune
- ➤ Officials lifted the boil water advisory for Fontainebleau, Broadmoor and Central City today after tests showed the water is safe to drink. FOX 8
- ➤ The 96-year-old Chef Menteur Pass Bridge, a *vital route* for the Lake Catherine community, closed yesterday after structural cracks were found, adding 25 minutes to commutes. DOTD crews will repair it by next Friday, weather permitting, so drivers must detour via US 11, Interstate 10, and LA 433. WDSU
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Slidell mother said a free program helped her beat substance abuse and she invites local residents to join an upcoming community forum for recovery resources (a chance for support). WWL-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ St. Scholastica's soccer team secured a 2 to 0 win (their third consecutive state title) over Teurlings Catholic on Feb. 27 at Strawberry Stadium. Standout players Ella McCollum and Molly Montgomery led the win before the team moves up to Division I next season. The Times-Picayune
- ➤ Slidell girls basketball qualified for the state semifinals—a first for the school—after defeating Denham Springs 56-38 on Feb. 26. The Tigers will face Prairieville on March 5 at 8 p.m (Southeastern’s University Center) following an historic nets cutting celebration. The Times-Picayune
- ➤ Experts Sean Fazende and Andre Johnson Jr reviewed DraftKings’ projection of a 7.5 win total for the Saints and discussed cornerback Alontae Taylor’s pending contract decision ahead of the 2026 NFL draft. Their analysis may help local fans understand what to expect as the season unfolds. FOX 8
- ➤ A Covington senior broke the state squat record by lifting 600 pounds at the South Regional Powerlifting Championship on Feb. 21 as the host Lions earned 93 points. Slidell’s Jayden Harris also repeated as Best Lifter in the heavyweight division. The Times-Picayune
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