Good morning, Slidell.

Walker High School graduate Collin Sprouse was named one of 6,700 National Merit Scholars after a record-setting senior year — earning accolades in academics, soccer, and community volunteer work while planning to study biology and nursing in college.

Logan McMorris, an incoming freshman from Walker, was awarded the 2026 Waddell Family Southeastern Channel Sports Media Scholarship, which provides a $1,000 cash award and a sports department internship at Southeastern for the 2026/2027 school year - the program encourages local students to pursue sports communication.

Unusual fireballs streaked across southeast Louisiana’s sky on Sunday, June 28 at 12:18 p.m.—local residents noted the display was not caused by lightning but left many in awe.

On Sunday, Jun. 28, a bright fireball streaked across the Louisiana sky and was caught on video by local observer Glenn Caughlin; experts say it was a natural meteor event rather than lightning.

After recovering from ankle and neck surgeries from an accident, coach Dillon Smith is back with the Pearl River Rebels in the Lakeshore summer league; his team is 13-3 after wins at Picayune and Slidell and will finish play on June 30.

Seussical JR the Musical

2-3:40 p.m. — Cutting Edge Center of the Arts — Tickets available — A vibrant musical adventure into the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss with beloved characters and stories.

Seussical JR the Musical

2:00 – 3:40 PM — Cutting Edge Center of the Arts — Tickets required — Enjoy the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss with beloved characters and captivating songs.

Seussical JR the Musical

7:00 – 8:40 PM — Cutting Edge Center of the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss through beloved characters and musical numbers.

Seussical JR the Musical

7:00 – 8:40 PM — Cutting Edge Center of the Arts — Tickets required — Delight in a whimsical musical adventure through Dr. Seuss's beloved characters and tales.

Seussical JR the Musical

2:00 – 3:40 PM — Cutting Edge Center of the Arts — Tickets required — Experience the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss through a delightful musical journey with beloved characters.