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Wednesday, October 1st, 2025
Good morning, Slidell. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Women’s Council of Realtors in St. Tammany is hosting its annual Parade of Bras on Oct. 9 at The Harbor Center in Slidell to raise funds for breast cancer care. Male models will wear custom bras from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. — proceeds will benefit Slidell Memorial Hospital and St. Tammany Hospital. The Times-Picayune
- ➤ Miracle League Northshore will hold a raffle drawing on October 25 at 12:30 p.m. where $20 tickets sold in person and online give buyers a chance to win signed memorabilia—either a Taylor Swift guitar or a special baseball jersey—with all proceeds funding equipment, trophies, and field maintenance. The Times-Picayune
- ➤ Tracey Powell, a Slidell attorney and real estate agent finalizing her social work certification, won the Real Superhero award at Safe Harbor Northshore’s gala on Sept. 20—she raised over $49,000 for domestic violence support. Powell received a crown and a red superhero cape in recognition of her record-breaking fundraising and the community’s generosity. The Times-Picayune
- ➤ Good Sams is hosting its annual Thanksgiving Food Drive for 2025 and will deliver 300 boxes with vouchers for turkey or ham and other staples to seniors and families in need. Local schools, churches, and community groups have supported the drive for over 20 years — extra food donations will help the ministry’s emergency pantry. The Times-Picayune
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ St. Tammany firefighters were on the scene at Palmetto's on the Bayou when a structure fire affected parts of the popular restaurant and bar but left the main area unharmed and no injuries were reported—officials said the fire's cause is under investigation. WDSU
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Rock 'n' roll icon Mark Farner’s American Band will headline the Ozone Songwriter Festival’s Artist Showcase on Oct. 31 at Fuhrmann Auditorium in Covington—this ticketed event launches the festival weekend with free performances on Nov. 1-2 and supports music education programs in the region. The Times-Picayune
- ➤ The St. Tammany Parish Fair opens today at the Covington fairgrounds and runs until Oct. 5, offering free general admission today, Thursday and Sunday, a parade on Oct. 3 at 10 a.m.—along with pageants, rodeo events, live music and carnival rides throughout the week. Ticket prices are $5 per adult and $3 for children 11 and under, and parking is free inside the fairgrounds and nearby neighborhoods. The Times-Picayune
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ After Charlie Kirk’s death, students and parents in Louisiana have shown growing interest in starting Turning Point USA Club America chapters at local high schools — Levi Gregory led a Pearl River event that drew over 100 people and other high schools like Mandeville are planning to follow, though some parents worry about the group’s conservative leanings. School districts are reviewing rules for club formation as more chapters are expected to be approved soon. The Times-Picayune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Federal agencies in Louisiana will implement contingency plans as a government shutdown begins at midnight, with many federal employees facing furloughs while essential services like Social Security, military operations, and veteran benefits continue. Local officials warned that flood insurance policies will not be renewed until Congress acts—posing challenges for homeowners and banks. The Times-Picayune
- ➤ Slidell-area voters can cast early ballots for the Oct. 11 mayoral race and parcel fee renewal until Oct. 4 using two locations with polls open from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.—one at the Slidell Registrar of Voters Office at 520 Old Spanish Trail—the Towers Building and the other at the Covington St. Tammany Justice Center parking garage; registered voters must show identification as they decide between Mayor Bill Borchert and Police Chief Randy Fandal while also voting on a $39 fee for local fire protection. The Times-Picayune
- ➤ Municipal elections and early voting are underway as local candidates vie for key positions in government—voters are encouraged to cast their ballots early to help shape the community's future. Election officials say the process is proceeding on schedule. FOX 8
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The NFL has changed the kickoff time for the Saints game against the New England Patriots at the Caesars Superdome on Sunday, October 12 to Noon—replacing the originally scheduled 3:25 p.m. CST start that will air on WWL. WWL-TV
- ➤ Slidell football teams ended Week 4 with wins by Northshore, Pope John Paul II, Salmen and the Tigers—who beat Mandeville at L.V. McGinty Sr. Stadium to improve to 3-1. They now prepare for Week 5 with Thursday night games including a match where the Tigers face Hammond. The Times-Picayune
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
If the path ahead of you is clear, you're probably on someone else's.
~ Joseph Campbell
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