Good morning, Slidell.

On Thursday, April 9, Hope Fest returns for its fourth year with an evening of celebration and community support to help end family homelessness.

Local organizers emphasize unity and purpose as residents gather for the annual event.

Rising global fuel prices linked to the war in Iran are forcing delivery companies to adopt fuel surcharges & Slidell residents could soon see higher shipping costs as Amazon adds a 3.5% fee and USPS plans an 8% increase starting April 26.

A new AARP report finds that 900,000 Louisianans are caregivers for adults, with only 20% of Medicaid funds covering home care.

Director of Advocacy Andrew Muhl said lawmakers must shift funding to 40/60 & add 750 waivers to help 12,000 waiting families.

A new study shows St. Tammany Parish needs up to 17,000 affordable homes by 2030 with nearly 1,500 new residents expected in areas like Slidell and Mandeville where rents often exceed $1,200.

Parish officials are reviewing proposals that would repurpose run-down lots rather than build large new developments.

On Monday, Mandeville's baseball team rallied in the seventh inning to beat St. Paul's 7-2 and clinch an undefeated District 6-5A title + Creshaun McCollum’s key home run sparked the rally and secured their second title in three years.

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.