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Thursday, April 16th, 2026
Good morning, Slidell. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday morning, the St. Tammany Parish Coroner's office held a memorial service for 18 unclaimed cases whose remains were cremated and will be interred at Eternal Rest Cemetery in Covington as Pastor Donald Bryan led a prayer and read their names. The Times-Picayune
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Textron Systems announced a $5.8 million investment at two Slidell sites that will start mid-2026 and create 111 new jobs with wages above local averages. The expansion supports ongoing defense manufacturing and engineering for advanced military vehicles in the region. AN17
- ➤ Amazon is buying Covington-based Globalstar for nearly $12 billion to boost its low earth orbit satellite network — Michael Hecht said the firm, now employing 400 locals since its 2010 Northshore move from California, will further showcase Louisiana’s innovative spirit. Louisiana Radio Network
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Tax cuts from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act are showing up this tax season as millions file under new rules — eliminating tax on tips and prompting questions about who benefits from the change. Slidell residents filing returns should check their forms carefully. WWL-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Jeff Landry appeared on local talk shows touting his support for Amendment 3 on the May 16 ballot, which would redirect funds from three education trust funds ($2 billion) to reduce a $7 billion debt and secure permanent raises for teachers and support workers. Louisiana Radio Network
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