Good morning, Slidell.

HALO United Communities will host the District 1 Thanksgiving Giveaway at MLK Park from 2-4 p.m. on November 22 to provide free Thanksgiving meal boxes to 100 families — pre-registration is required and boxes will be given on a first-come, first-served basis — with local volunteers supporting the effort.

Louisiana venture capital firms are increasingly funding local startups with state and federal support that helped drive more early-stage investments—Codegig is preparing to close a larger fundraising round and Boot64 Ventures will close its 35th deal by year's end.

Nine local funds are now active, shifting capital to keep talent and money in-state.

Drivers on Lake Pontchartrain Causeway faced heavy fog on Wednesday morning, and Causeway Police deployed a rolling convoy on the southbound bridge at 5:25 a.m.—northbound traffic was reduced to one lane with a 35-mph speed limit at 7:20 a.m. to match low visibility conditions.

Northshore restaurants will offer special Thanksgiving menus and catering options this holiday, with Palmettos on the Bayou serving a buffet from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at $60 for adults and $25 for kids.

Boulevard American Bistro, Copeland’s of New Orleans, Tchefuncte’s, The Dakota and The Gloriette will provide unique seasonal meals with reservation recommendations — giving local diners a range of choices for the holiday meal.

St. Paul’s returned coach Monty Fontenot led his team to a 70—48 win over East Jefferson on November 18 at the Gene Bennett Sports Complex as the Wolves forced 28 turnovers.

Junior Ethan Ballard scored 20 points and Fontenot said he plans to focus on strong man-to-man defense and set plays to boost team play this season.

Mt. Olive AME Church Feeding Ministry 5K Run / 2K Walk

8 a.m. — John Slidell Park — Registration fee varies — Participate in a community-focused run/walk to support the Feeding Ministry.

Christmas Under the Stars: Night 4

6-9 p.m. — Heritage Park — Free entry — Experience the magic of the holiday season with festive lights, decorations, and visits from Santa and Mrs. Claus.