Good morning, Slidell.

Louisiana’s Second Amendment Weekend Sales Tax Holiday begins tomorrow and runs through Sunday, exempting consumer purchases of firearms, ammunition, specified hunting supplies, archery items, hunting apparel, and certain knives from state and local sales tax — although items like hunting dogs, offroad vehicles, and airboats remain taxable.

Pelican Institute for Public Policy reported that Louisiana’s GDP grew nearly 3% in Q1 2026 with almost 17,000 new jobs, boosted by gains in construction, professional and business services, and health care sectors (2.9% vs. 2.1% nationally).

The report credited tax code and regulatory reforms for the growth.

Onyx, an 8-month-old cattle dog-terrier mix available for adoption through ARNO, a no-kill animal rescue in Greater New Orleans, loves playing fetch and taking walks.

His friendly nature makes him a great match for a family seeking a new pet+ interested adopters can learn more online.

PJP II's junior fullback Evan Bergeron rushed for 215 yards and 4 touchdowns in a 62+7 season opener at Lester Latino Field on Sept.

3. The Jaguars will host Pine on Sept. 11.