Good morning, Slidell.

Families affected by the River Ridge apartment fire received free clothing at Jesse Owen’s Gym at 11101 Newton St. from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Aug.

2—community members were invited to collect essential items.

A Covington woman, 39-year-old Jennifer L.

Ayo, died at about 7:30 a.m. Saturday when her car entered the intersection at La. 36—La. 3241 in St. Tammany Parish and was hit by another vehicle, injuring two other drivers who were taken to local hospitals.

On August 2 at about 7:30 a.m., Louisiana State Police responded to a three-vehicle crash on LA Hwy 36 at LA Hwy 3241 in St. Tammany Parish that killed 39-year-old Jennifer L.-Ayo and left the Honda driver with life-threatening injuries and the Ford driver with moderate injuries.

The 25-Year Satchmo SummerFest returns this weekend with local musicians and food as the event honors the legacy of Louis 'Satchmo' Armstrong.

The celebration—marking 25 years—will feature live performances and community exhibits in Slidell.

Prices for school supplies have gone up because of inflation and tariffs — local organizers will hold a giveaway to help families with costs.

The event will give away essential school supplies to ease the burden on students and parents.

Southeastern Louisiana University removed professor Fereshteh Emami from the Lake Maurepas monitoring team after a meeting with state senators and university officials cited a media policy issue as the reason.

Lawmakers said the monitoring project will continue—pending further testing and permitting reviews amid rising toxin concerns in the lake.

DOTD announced that the Claiborne Avenue Bridge has partially reopened with new hours—drivers now can use it from 5 a.m. until 10 p.m. until further notice.

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.