Good morning, Slidell.

The fifth annual Tour de Lis is set for March 29 at Fountainbleau State Park and gives riders a chance to ride 10, 25, 40 or 62 miles to help local cancer services.

The ride honors loved ones like Lisa Comeaux and longtime WWL news anchor Eric Paulsen—organizers say over 250 will join.

Southeastern Louisiana University in Hammond announced Wayne Ricks as the new director of the Louisiana Small Business Development Center—he will lead the center's operations, consulting services and training programs to support local small businesses.

Ricks, who previously served as interim director, brings extensive business consulting experience that aligns with the center's mission.

Workers removed 34 storm-damaged trees at Greenwood Cemetery on Monday, March 17 as part of a $60K program funded by a three-year USDA Forest Service grant—officials said the trees will be replaced by 72 native trees while crews take extreme care to avoid disturbing unmarked graves. An archeologist may inspect the site if any human remains are uncovered during the work.

Cleco and the Northshore Community Foundation installed six new EV charging stations in Slidell through a partnership with non-profit Adopt a Charger—bringing the total to 17 stations in St. Tammany Parish with two at John Slidell Park, Fritchie Park and Heritage Park.

The stations use 240 volts to add about 25 miles of range per hour and support a $250,000 investment to boost local EV infrastructure.

The Louisiana Department of Health and the Louisiana Perinatal Quality Collaborative announced that 35 birthing hospitals have earned the 2025 Louisiana Birth Ready and Birth Ready+ Designation, showing their commitment to better birth care.

The designations confirm that hospitals met key care standards—three hospitals were recognized for the first time and one advanced its designation.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.