Good morning, Slidell.

This weekend the annual Sugarplum Ball will take place at Manning Family Children's to support the hospital—marking its 44th year of fundraising.

Local organizers expect a positive community turnout for the event.

The Krewe of Themis is hosting its 4th annual Prom Dress and Tuxedo Giveaway — a free event that provides prom attire for local students to help ease the cost of the big night.

The community effort supports students attending prom in style.

At a Tuesday meeting, residents in a Slidell community raised health concerns after attorney Lance Unglesby found high mold levels in 120 DR Horton homes in Lakeshore Villages; he urged homeowners to use a hydrometer if indoor humidity climbs above 60%.

Dr. John Carlson of Ochsner Health warns that oak pollen is driving allergy symptoms in local residents as wind spreads allergens this spring — local drugstores offer intranasal steroids to ease symptoms.

Treatment is available until grass pollen rises.

STHS opened its new Cardiology Center yesterday in Covington (located across South Tyler from the parish hospital) with a ribbon-cutting attended by health officials.

The 22,000 sqft facility will offer focused outpatient heart care and is set to see its first patients by the end of March.

Spring allergies can cause painful ear infections in dogs — pet columnist Traci Howerton urges local owners to check for signs like odor, redness, and head shaking, and to keep ears dry after baths.

Early vet visits help stop minor irritation from developing into a serious problem.

K-POP Warriors

4:30-6:00 p.m. — The Harbor Center — Tickets available — Experience a high-energy family show filled with vibrant K-Pop music and dance.