Good morning, Slidell.

Harbour Energy, a British firm, will acquire Covington-based LLOG Exploration in a $3.2 billion deal, combining $2.7 billion in cash & $500 million in shares.

The deal, expected to close in early next year, keeps LLOG's name, leadership, and Covington headquarters, ensuring it continues deepwater operations in the Gulf.

Le Cotillion will present six debutantes and three escorts at its 45th ball on Jan.

3 at Harbor Center near Slidell. The event honors high school graduates transitioning to college, highlighting each debutante’s academic and extracurricular achievements.

Louisiana will join the 2026 Rose Parade on Jan.

1 at 10 a.m. CT in Pasadena with a float featuring a giant pelican chef stirring gumbo with Gulf ingredients and riders statewide. The float will include a performance by country singer John Foster (a native of Addis).

The Saints beat the Jets 29-6 with standout plays including Taysom Hill’s pass to Chris Olave + record field goals by Charlie Smyth, while Cam Jordan led the defense with eight sacks and Tyler Shough posted 300 passing yards without turnovers.