Sunday, May 17th, 2026
Good morning, Slidell. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ South Louisiana companies announced several hires and promotions. Natrx named Brandon Corsentino as director of growth, Feigley Communications promoted Ryan Sinitiere to vice president, JD Bank hired Christie Bell as a mortgage loan originator, and Breazeale Sachse hired Caroline Cordell for administrative law practice. The Times-Picayune
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Mandeville resident Elizabeth Lewis won the contest to design the special America 250 library card from St. Tammany Parish Library, with 2,500 limited edition cards available starting in July; her detailed design reflects patriotism as the library rolls out related events including book clubs and patriotic performances. The Times-Picayune
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Southeastern Louisiana University held its annual honors convocation on May 5 in Hammond to recognize top arts, humanities and social sciences graduates. The event honored students statewide & internationally, including Slidell winners Lily McKean and Sophia Maranto. AN17
- ➤ On May 5, Southeastern Louisiana University’s College of Business held its convocation in Hammond — honoring students from several parishes with awards for business achievements. Mary Elizabeth Glass from Ponchatoula was named Distinguished Graduate in Accounting while other students received similar honors. AN17
- ➤ Southeastern Louisiana University honored top Science and Technology students at its annual convocation on May 6 in Hammond; award winners — including seniors from Baton Rouge, Ponchatoula, and nearby communities — received recognition for their academic excellence. AN17
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Julia Letlow addressed her supporters after projections favored her advancing in the runoff scheduled for June — her campaign event drew local attention as voters stay engaged in the process. FOX 8
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On May 15, the Tigers held their spring scrimmage as coach Damon Page said players looked ready to build on last season’s playoff push; running back Ja'Kwan Jones scored a key touchdown and quarterbacks Ricky Williams III and Stanley Lange led scoring drives (offensive coordinator John Kavanaugh now guides the offense). The Times-Picayune
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