Good morning, Slidell.

The Krewe of Mona Lisa & MoonPie announced its 2027 Jan.

30 parade will be led by Queen Connie Born and King Tom Collins and riders can apply to join the creative mini-krewe parading through Olde Towne at 7 p.m.

Northshore Technical Community College hosted its Inaugural Patient Navigator Summit at its main campus in Lacombe, drawing potential students, educators and regional leaders for campus tours, panel discussions and admissions advising - the event built a new regional network and workforce pipeline for fall enrollment.

Lyon Elementary in St. Tammany Parish has new leadership following criminal charges against former staff as acting principal Ben Strohl and assistant principals Kaci Puglia and Michelle Folse have been appointed to address classroom behavior issues and boost family involvement through planned events.

Louisiana Superintendent of Education Cade Brumley urged school leaders on Monday to enforce clear discipline and anti-bullying rules to keep classrooms orderly in response to rising cyberbullying and deepfake issues + new state laws set stricter penalties for disruptive behavior.

Louisiana’s new law banning outdoor balloon releases goes into effect Saturday, Aug.

1 to protect the environment from litter that can disrupt power lines and harm wildlife. First-time violators will face a $500 fine and eight hours of community service, with exceptions for accidental or indoor releases.

The Louisiana Department of Revenue announced that taxpayers with mailed notices can claim over $17.5 million in state tax refunds before Sept.

4 by using the online instructions or returning the voucher from the July 24 notice.

Local bowler Buddy Kelch competed in the Professional Bowlers Association 60-over World Series of Bowling Championships in Columbus, Ohio on July 3 and July 5.

The 60-year-old improved his score each day and remains active in a sport he has pursued since 1976.

CRUZIN THE BAYOU VOL.3

12-6 p.m. — The Harbor Center — Free entry — Cruise into a vibe like no other with good times and great people in a chill bayou atmosphere.