Good morning, Slidell.

Bayou Boogaloo is set for this weekend with a new venue — the event offers a refreshed twist on its classic lineup as organizers update activities and food options for locals.

Students at Tangipahoa Parish School System’s Advanced College and Career Magnet Center took part in a mock disaster drill today on West 2nd Street, practicing life saving skills including neck braces and CPR.

Instructors and local emergency responders led the drill — and plan further exercises.

Louisiana students have made gains in both reading and math since 2022, leading the nation in reading progress and ranking second in math growth, according to a report (Education Scorecard).

A focus on phonics-based instruction and enhanced summer learning programs has contributed to the gains, though some districts still lag.

Pest control experts report termite swarms affecting southeast Louisiana neighborhoods and advise homeowners to remove standing water and inspect properties for damage as the season is expected to last until late June.

For over a month, residents on the east side of Chef Menteur Pass Bridge have faced delays in vital services as safety repairs continue; state officials expect the bridge to reopen in about two weeks, which will help first responders travel a more direct route from Slidell.

Louisiana's annual water system grades for 2025 show improvements in New Orleans and strong scores in parts of St. Tammany including near Slidell, while failing marks were given in Plaquemines Parish and Bogalusa.

Officials say the low grades highlight long-term infrastructure issues but do not signal an immediate health risk.

Healing with Horses Louisiana in Folsom offers equine therapy sessions to help people with mental and emotional challenges.

The program takes its rehabbed thoroughbreds to nursing homes and hospitals, and founder Kelly Cox Vicari started it 13 years ago after caring for her mother with Alzheimer’s.

Local doctors warn of a rise in Little League elbow injuries among young pitchers and advise parents and coaches to enforce proper warm-up techniques to protect young arms (local sports clinics emphasize early treatment).

The NFL's 2026 schedule is set to drop today at 6 p.m. on NFL Network, featuring the Saints in their first regular season game in Paris plus a full list of home and away opponents.

Fans can watch to catch the details on matchups for the upcoming season.

After a rookie minicamp tryout, the Saints signed Brock Rechsteiner, son of WWE Hall of Famer Scott Steiner, to join their 90-man roster from Jacksonville State; he aims to build his career after attending a Tennessee Titans minicamp + sharpening his skills to compete in New Orleans.

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.

Disney's Frozen the Broadway Musical

8-11 p.m. — Cutting Edge Center of the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting Broadway adaptation of Disney's Frozen, featuring new songs and an expanded storyline.

Disney's Frozen: The Broadway Musical

2-6 p.m. — Cutting Edge Center of the Arts, Slidell, LA — Tickets required — Experience the enchanting story of sisterly love and adventure in this full Broadway production of Disney's Frozen.

Disney’s Frozen the Broadway Musical

8-11 p.m. — Cutting Edge Center of the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting full Broadway production of Disney's Frozen, featuring new music and a story of sisterhood and adventure.

Disney’s Frozen: The Broadway Musical

8-11 p.m. — Cutting Edge Center of the Arts — Tickets available — Experience the enchanting tale of sisters Anna and Elsa in this full Broadway adaptation of Disney's Frozen.