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Thursday, December 18th, 2025
Good morning, Slidell. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 18th of December.
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Louisiana Deputy Surgeon General Dr. Wyche Coleman warned that too much screen time may add to near-sightedness in children. He urged families to encourage outdoor play for about one hour daily (as outdoor light is far brighter than indoors) to help protect their eyes. Louisiana Radio Network
- ➤ Fitness expert Spencer Shilstone offers SMART goal tips for a healthier new year on WWL TV, covering structured plans, checkpoints, recovery, and consistency strategies. His advice helps local viewers build routines to meet their wellness targets. WWL-TV
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Laney King, cofounder of the Crawfish App, said that crawfish will be available for Christmas in Louisiana, though early-season critters are smaller & have tougher texture than usual. King advised local diners to manage their expectations. WWL-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lakeshore coach Brent Indest announced on Dec. 17 that he will leave after four seasons to take the head coach role at Abbeville, where he began his career over 30 years ago — he will finish the school year to assist with the transition. The Times-Picayune
- ➤ Northlake Christian senior Stevie Tujague scored four goals to power a 7-0 win over Haynes on Dec. 16 at home, as his team built an early lead and maintained strong play throughout the match. The Times-Picayune
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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.
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