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Saturday, October 5th, 2024

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Good morning, Slidell. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • St. Tammany Parish, diverging from the common summer schedule, celebrates National Night Out in early October to foster community-police relationships, with Slidell's event featuring Trick or Treat Alley, police demonstrations, and free food on October 10.  The Times-Picayune
  • Faith House relaunches the Purple Light Project to support Domestic Violence Awareness Month, encouraging the community to display purple lights as a symbol of solidarity with survivors.  Louisiana Radio Network
  • The Sewerage and Water Board teams up with contractor HSI to improve the resolution of billing disputes.  WWL-TV

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Louisiana State Police are investigating two fatal crashes in Northshore, where both drivers were pronounced dead at the scene.  WDSU
  • The Causeway bridge over Lake Pontchartrain was temporarily closed southbound due to a crash, but reopened shortly after crews cleared the accident.  WWL-TV

CRIME NEWS

  • A couple in New Orleans was arrested for possession of drugs and a firearm found in their repossessed vehicle by St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's deputies.  AN17
  • Detectives in St. Tammany Parish seized 11 pounds of fentanyl worth $388,000 and arrested four men during a traffic stop.  AN17

CULTURE NEWS

  • Chef Kevin Belton explores the diverse fried chicken offerings at this year's Fried Chicken Festival.  WWL-TV

SPORTS NEWS

  • Hannan High School's football team ended a 15-game losing streak with a 46-7 win against St. Thomas Aquinas, showcasing a strong performance across the board.  The Times-Picayune

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Bayou Jam Concert Featuring New Orleans Mysticks

    Experience an evening filled with live music and community spirit at the Bayou Jam concert series in Heritage Park, featuring the New Orleans Mysticks.

    Fri, 10/11/24

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  • New Orleans WALK to End Hydrocephalus

    Experience a community walk dedicated to raising awareness and funds for research aimed at finding a cure for hydrocephalus.

    Sat, 10/12/24

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  • Eclectic Folk Music by Sam Wheelock

    Experience a captivating one-man show filled with eclectic folk music and storytelling inspired by the Southern Appalachian Mountains.

    Tue, 10/15/24

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  • Slidell Food & Fun Fest with 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk

    Experience a day of community fun with a 5K run and 1 mile run/walk at the Slidell Food & Fun Fest.

    Sat, 10/19/24

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  • Slidell Area Banquet at Northshore Harbor Center

    Experience an evening of camaraderie and community support at the Slidell Banquet held at the beautiful Northshore Harbor Center.

    Thu, 10/24/24

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  • Halloween Trivia Night Fundraiser

    Experience a fun-filled Halloween trivia night while supporting local charities with food, drinks, and optional costume contests.

    Wed, 10/30/24

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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