Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 12th of November.
Good morning, Slidell.
🏘️ Community
St. Tammany Parish hosts several farmers markets that bring local produce, prepared foods, and live music to communities like Folsom and Slidell—vendors update their offerings with the season and weather conditions.
Supporters of Hope House gathered on Nov.
2 atop the Justice Center parking garage and raised a record $562,000 for services for abused children in St. Tammany and Washington parishes—celebrity restaurant teams competed through cook-offs to win prize awards at the fundraiser.
🎭 Culture
On Veterans Day, the National WWII Museum honored local warriors with a ceremony that featured tributes to their service—community members and officials joined to remember their contributions.
🏥 Health
The Louisiana Department of Health confirmed a measles case in an adult from Region 9 who was exposed during international travel—public exposure occurred at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport on November 9 from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., and the patient will remain in isolation until no longer infectious. This is the third measles infection reported in 2025.
🏈 Sports
Final Farmer Football 5 rankings have been released with St. Paul's topping the list at an 8-2 record and winning their 19th straight District 6-5A game with a 34-14 win over Covington—while Lakeshore earned a first-round playoff bye and the Slidell Tigers secured a share of the District 7-5A crown. Nine St. Tammany teams made the playoffs, and teams from Chalmette, Northshore, and Salmen remain in contention.
🎉 Slidell Events
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8 a.m. — John Slidell Park — Registration fee varies — Participate in a community-focused run/walk to support the Feeding Ministry.
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