Good morning, Slidell.

A Slidell home was struck twice by lightning on Friday, sparking a structure fire on Nickel Loop that firefighters quickly put out while residents evacuated safely — the Red Cross will assist the homeowner.

Crews in Slidell responded to a gas leak reported on Friday, July 25 near N.

Pine Street — six to seven homes were evacuated and officials closed N. Pine at Yaupon Street and Gause West/Highway 190 as Atmos investigated the leak.

The St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office is investigating a deadly motorcycle crash that occurred early Thursday morning in the woods off Bayou Paquet Road in Lacombe—deputies found the motorcycle and driver before he was pronounced dead and turned over the body to the Coroner’s Office for identification.

A federal judge sentenced a Slidell political consultant to 46 months for defrauding a candidate and four residents out of hundreds of thousands of dollars + he was ordered to pay $446,302 to the victims + his partner faces rearraignment on related charges in August.

A 20-year-old man was shot late Thursday on Berkley Street in Slidell and remained in critical condition Friday while police investigated a motive—searching for a suspect.

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.

Business After Hours Networking Event

5-7 p.m. — Laser Image Marketing — No RSVP needed — Connect with local professionals and explore creative marketing solutions.

Tiger Mile Fundraiser for SHS Cross Country

6:30-9 p.m. — Slidell High School — Suggested $10 donation — Run under the lights and support the Slidell High School Cross Country Team while enjoying music and community spirit.