Friday, March 14th, 2025

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Good morning, Slidell. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 14th of March.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A pastor in Slidell was sentenced to two years in prison and three years probation after he taped the mouths of three students shut at Lakeside Christian School—he can remain free on a $100,000 bond while appealing his conviction. FOX 8
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Tornado Watch means tornadoes are possible while a Tornado Warning means a tornado has been spotted—southeast Louisiana faces a level 4 risk for severe weather on Saturday, so residents should review their emergency plans and monitor local updates. WDSU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Louisiana voters will decide on four constitutional amendments on March 29 that affect courts, taxes, juvenile crime rules, and judgeship elections—early voting runs from March 15 to 22. The proposals have sparked debate and legal challenges and will give voters a chance to shape changes to state law. The Times-Picayune
- ➤ On March 9, Torrence Joseph was promoted to Lieutenant Colonel in the Louisiana Army National Guard and now serves as Deputy Commander-Administration at the Louisiana Medical Detachment—he was sworn in by his father, retired Chief Warrant-5 Louis 'Nick' Joseph. AN17
- ➤ Louisiana Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain said he saw some of the biggest crabs ever at White Boot Warriors in St. Bernard Parish—ideal weather has boosted this season's harvest. He urged local seafood spots to use these catches to help keep Louisiana’s fishing strong. WWL-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Eileen M. Palace from The Center for Sexual Health said doctors in Slidell are studying nightmares to find new ways to treat mental health—she explained that these dreams may give clues to better therapy techniques. WWL-TV
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2025 LCMS Southern District Convention
The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod will hold its Southern District Convention at The Harbor Center in Slidell, Louisiana, spanning two days of discussions and fellowship.
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Nancy Zee Performance
7-9:30 p.m. — The Harbor Center — Tickets start at $22 — Experience the warmth and charm of Nancy Zee's live performance.
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Aqua-Fest 2025: Home Aquarium Expo
Aqua-Fest is a family-friendly event showcasing national vendors with a variety of home aquarium products, aquatic livestock, and equipment at The Harbor Center in Slidell, Louisiana.
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On-Site Tour of Oak Park Village in Slidell
Explore Oak Park Village, a community offering assisted living and memory care services designed to support seniors in Slidell, Louisiana.
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Old Towne Slidell Crawfish and Music Festival
11 AM – 5 PM — Old Town Slidell — Free admission — Savor delicious boiled crawfish and enjoy three stages of live music at this annual celebration.
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