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Friday, May 1st, 2026

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Good morning, Slidell. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of May.

CULTURE NEWS

  • Jazz Fest weekend 2 starts today and brings live music to local venues, renewing an engaging atmosphere for community members. The event promises performances by local talent as the fest carries on throughout the weekend.  WWL-TV
  • The Believe Performing Arts Experience is a 4-day series of workshops in voice, dance and acting that ends with a community showcase — giving local participants a chance to learn and perform creatively this summer.  WWL-TV

ECONOMY NEWS

  • On April 29, the Louisiana Lottery made history as 11 players became millionaires; two West Bank winners got $1 million from tickets sold at the G-Zone in Marrero + Magnolia Discount in Gretna.  WDSU

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Business After Hours with Laser Image Marketing

    5-7 p.m. — Laser Image Marketing — Free entry — Network and connect over innovative marketing strategies in a relaxed setting.

    Thu, 5/21/26

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REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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