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Slidell
Monday, September 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Slidell. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 22nd of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Northshore Humane Society's Golden Paws program pairs shelter dogs with seniors in Covington—bringing joy and companionship to local elderly residents. The program aims to ease isolation and improve daily life for those participating. WWL-TV
- ➤ Louisiana journalism has led to important changes in child welfare and property insurance and now a campaign has launched to raise $100K in 100 Days for the Journalism Fund—supporting reporting that holds leaders accountable. The effort will help protect vulnerable communities by continuing vital public service reporting. The Times-Picayune
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ NOLA Zydeco Fest celebrated its five-year milestone on Sept. 21 at Palmettos on the Bayou in Slidell with live music from Geno Delafose and French Rockin’ Boogie and a dance led by MoeJoe the Instructor — guests also enjoyed food while supporting the New Orleans Zydeco Foundation. A $30 donation covered entry, a cocktail and a bowl of jambalaya to help fund the foundation's mission to preserve Louisiana Creole culture. WDSU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Two well-known Slidell officials, Mayor Bill Borchert and Police Chief Randy Fandal, are running in a heated race for mayor with voters set to decide on Oct. 11 as early voting begins Sept. 27. The candidates clash on drainage, police pay, and mall revitalization—each aiming to show their strong track record—while preparing for the special election. The Times-Picayune
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, the Saints lost to the Seahawks 44-13 as two big errors on special teams led to a 31-point gap—leaving the team at 0-3. They will travel to Buffalo next Sunday at noon on WWL-TV, hoping for a better result. WWL-TV
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Elvis: On Fire Featuring Nick Perkins
2-4:30 p.m. — Cutting Edge Theater — Tickets from $37.15 — Experience the electrifying years of Elvis Presley with World Champ Nick Perkins.
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