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Slidell
Saturday, May 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Slidell. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 3rd of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On April 30 at 8:30 p.m., Louisiana State Police Troop L responded to a two-vehicle crash on Interstate 10 near the US Highway 190 exit that killed 30-year-old Tyler B. Israel from Arabi—he was unrestrained while the other driver remained uninjured and toxicology tests continued. AN17
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Sarah Blackmon, a 40-year-old Slidell resident, was sentenced to 40 years in prison on April 21 after pleading guilty to manslaughter for her role in a fellow inmate’s drug overdose death at the city jail—she received concurrent five-year sentences for other charges. AN17
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Jeff Landry signed an executive order today banning the use of SNAP funds to buy sodas and candy—recipients must now use their own money for these products. He said the move aims to promote healthy choices amid debate in the legislature over a broader nutrition bill. Louisiana Radio Network
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Some Enchanted Evening Concert
5-7 p.m. — Heritage Park — Free entry — Enjoy an enchanting evening of music with the Northshore Community Orchestra in the beautiful Heritage Park.
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Spades Tournament
5-7 p.m. — Roots Plants + Coffee — $20 to play, free to spectate — Experience an exciting evening of strategic card playing in a friendly competition.
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Open House at 505 Hermitage Court
12-2 p.m. — 505 Hermitage Court — Free entry — Explore a stunning 4-bedroom home with spacious living areas and a beautiful garden.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
A friendship founded on business is better than a business founded on friendship.
~ John D. Rockefeller
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