Good morning, Slidell.

Louisiana State Parks launched a free passport for outdoor enthusiasts to collect commemorative stamps at each state park and historic site.

People can request their booklet online to earn prizes after visiting all 32 locations.

The Ozone Amateur Radio Club will host its annual HAMFEST at the Slidell Auditorium, 2056 Second Ave in Olde Towne on Friday, Oct.16 (2–5 p.m.) and Saturday, Oct.17 (8 a.m.–2:30 p.m.), featuring a speaker forum, flea market and raffle for radio equipment.

The Slidell Elks Lodge No. 2321 held its annual youth fishing rodeo in honor of late youth chairman Charlesray Neight (who co-chaired local youth programs) with 55 young anglers fishing with cane poles, earning medals, enjoying hamburgers, hot dogs and sno-balls, and taking home a rod and reel.

A fire broke out Monday on the research vessel Rem Andes 100 miles off Grand Isle, and Coast Guard rescuers transferred all 42 people from life rafts onto offshore supply vessels.

Circle K is investigating complaints that contaminated fuel was sold at its Slidell stations.

The company will test the fuel (and work with local officials) to keep customers safe.

Milan’s Wood Fired Pizza will host America’s Best Restaurants on Oct.

26; the on-site visit (featuring owner Derlis Dominguez) will highlight the restaurant's signature Italian dishes and community partnerships.

Kimberly Hill, executive director of the Brain Injury Association of Louisiana, was crowned 2027 Milk Queen at the annual Polka Dots — Pearls Ball last September after raising over $13K for Family REACH Alliance.

She earned an Iron Mande award for her dedicated participation with the Mande Milkshakers.

Medicare beneficiaries will get help from the Louisiana Department of Insurance during open enrollment from Oct.

15 to Dec. 7, with changes taking effect Jan. 1, 2027—specialists will assist in comparing plan options and cost updates to meet individual needs.

St. Tammany Parish Coroner Dr. Christopher Tape noted a rise in suicide cases and advised residents to use crisis support resources (911, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988, the Crisis Text Line at 741-741).

He also offers free gun locks and protective custody for those in acute crisis.

Here Today Rotisserie chef Michael Stoltzfus is serving a comforting chicken and rice soup inspired by his childhood for Souptober today at the restaurant.

Local food fans are invited to enjoy a taste of tradition.