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Bollinger Shipyards, one of our bayou parishes' largest employers, is converting a barge into a landing platform for Rocket Lab's reusable rockets.

The retrofit work at Bollinger’s Amelia shipyard began before the announcement and the vessel, called 'Return on Investment'—acquired from Canal Barge in February—is expected to be complete next year.

After months of debate, the St. Tammany Parish Council appointed two library board members on July 10 — Dinah Thanars and Slidell native Glenn Baham — to improve the board's diversity after controversy over youth access to materials like 'The Hate U Give.'

Louisiana officials said new measures, including an online portal and revised laws, will reduce cases where inmates are held past their release dates and speed up sentence calculations.

Some legal experts and lawmakers remain skeptical—citing past overdetention, pending lawsuits, and worries about the new system.

Annie the Musical

8-10:30 p.m. — 767 Robert Blvd, Slidell, LA — Ticket prices vary — Experience the heartwarming tale of Annie through catchy songs and delightful performances.

8th Annual White Linen & Lagniappe

6-9 p.m. — Old Town Slidell — Registration Required — Celebrate summer with local shopping, fine art, delicious dining, and live music in your summer whites.