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Robert Hodges, Scott Illing, David Maki and Daniel Seuzeneau addressed accountability, employee morale, jail conditions and the future of the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office during an October 7 forum in Mandeville. MANDEVILLE, La. — Four candidates competing to become the next St. Tammany Parish sheriff presented their approaches to law enforcement leadership during a public forum Wednesday, October 7, 2026. The discussion focused on department accountability, employee morale, jail conditions and the management decisions awaiting the next sheriff following former Sheriff Randy Smith's resignation. Robert Hodges, Scott Illing, David Maki and Daniel Seuzeneau participated in the candidates forum at The Greystone, located at 935 Clausel Street in Mandeville. Their appearances provided...

Annual Parish Event Features Livestock Shows, Carnival Attractions, Rodeo Events And Family Activities In Covington COVINGTON, La. — The St. Tammany Parish Fair returns to Covington from Wednesday, Sept. 30, through Sunday, Oct. 4, bringing five days of agricultural exhibits, livestock competitions, entertainment and family activities to residents across St. Tammany Parish. The annual event combines traditional fair attractions with programs highlighting agriculture, education and youth participation. The 2026 St. Tammany Parish Fair will take place at the St. Tammany Parish Fairgrounds in Covington. Pedestrians can enter at 1304 N. Columbia St., while drivers can use the entrance along N. Magee Street. The St. Tammany Parish Fair Association traces the event's origins to 1910, giving...

More than 15 laundry equipment suppliers serving Slidell and surrounding areas were evaluated for this edition. The companies below were selected using available ratings, years in business, manufacturer relationships, machinery range, repair access, parts availability, and experience with commercial laundry projects. Public review information remains scarce in this specialized industry, so established suppliers with verified Louisiana coverage, respected equipment brands, and extensive operating histories were included to complete the ranking. 1. ITEC Laundry Corp Website: iteclaundry.com Location: LaPlace, Louisiana, serving St Tammany Parish, Louisiana, and Southern Mississippi Accreditation: Better Business Bureau business profile Years in Business: Serving commercial laundry...

Daily Late Charges Stop at All 12 Branches, While Fees for Lost or Damaged Materials Continue ST. TAMMANY PARISH, La. — St. Tammany Parish Library has ended daily overdue fines throughout its 12-branch system, giving residents greater flexibility when books, DVDs, audiobooks and other qualifying materials are returned after their assigned due dates. The parishwide policy took effect Aug. 3, 2026. Existing overdue fines will also be cleared from patron accounts, removing older daily penalties that may have discouraged some residents from using library services again. Library officials continue to ask patrons to return borrowed materials as soon as possible. The updated policy eliminates routine late fees, but borrowers remain responsible for returning public property so other residents...

Bret Ibert Takes Over As Interim Sheriff Pending A Special Election St. Tammany Parish Sheriff Randy Smith resigned Wednesday after pleading guilty in connection with a May 29 attack at Keith Young’s Steakhouse in Madisonville, according to the District Attorney’s Office and the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office. The resignation placed one of the parish’s most prominent law enforcement offices into a temporary leadership period and put Bret Ibert in charge while voters wait for a special election. The case has drawn heavy public attention because it involved an elected sheriff, a felony plea and an incident reported at a familiar Northshore restaurant. District Attorney Collin Sims said Smith pleaded guilty to one felony count of second-degree battery and one misdemeanor count of...

St. Tammany Parish Voters Approve Sheriff’s Office And Mosquito Abatement Tax Renewals St. Tammany Parish voters approved at least two closely followed local tax renewals in Saturday’s June 27 election, including the Sheriff’s Office law enforcement millage and the parishwide mosquito abatement renewal, according to public statements and election-night reporting reviewed by Slidell Times. The results show continued voter support for parish services tied to public safety, mosquito control and everyday quality-of-life concerns. Local tax renewals often draw close attention because they help decide whether existing service funding stays in place or whether agencies may need to adjust future operations. The St. Tammany Parish Registrar of Voters listed a crowded local ballot for parish...

St. Tammany Parish Voters Approve Sheriff’s Office And Mosquito Abatement Tax Renewals St. Tammany Parish voters approved at least two closely followed local tax renewals in Saturday’s June 27 election, including the Sheriff’s Office law enforcement millage and the parishwide mosquito abatement renewal, according to public statements and election-night reporting reviewed by Slidell Times. The results show continued voter support for parish services tied to public safety, mosquito control and everyday quality-of-life concerns. Local tax renewals often draw close attention because they help decide whether existing service funding stays in place or whether agencies may need to adjust future operations. The St. Tammany Parish Registrar of Voters listed a crowded local ballot for parish...

Sheriff’s Office Says Online Bidding For Delinquent 2024 Property Taxes Is Scheduled For July 29 The St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office has opened registration for its annual property tax sale, an internet-based auction connected to unpaid 2024 property taxes and related fees across the parish, including properties in Slidell. The sale gives registered bidders a chance to participate through the parish’s contracted auction system, while giving delinquent taxpayers one more urgent reminder to resolve outstanding balances before bidding begins. The annual process is tied to property tax collection, not a traditional real estate sale, which makes the details important for both property owners and prospective bidders. According to the sheriff’s office, the sale is scheduled for July 29 and...

New Administration, City Council And Police Chief Take Oath During Public Ceremony In Olde Towne Randy Fandal was sworn in as mayor of Slidell on Wednesday morning at the Slidell Municipal Auditorium, taking office with the city’s newly seated council members and incoming police chief during a public inauguration ceremony that signaled the official start of a different administration at City Hall. The ceremony placed several major branches of city leadership before residents at the same time, giving the public a clear look at the officials who will guide Slidell through its next stage of municipal work. The 11 a.m. ceremony in Olde Towne Slidell included the oath of office for Fandal, Council Members-at-Large Leslie D. Denham and Thomas S. Abney, district council members Landon J....

Spring presents the ideal opportunity to revitalize outdoor spaces with productive crops and eye-catching plants. As temperatures climb, selecting the right vegetables, flowers, herbs, and fruit trees can lead to a flourishing garden. Timing and preparation play a crucial role in ensuring success. This guide explores the most suitable plants for Slidell’s growing season, offering detailed insights to maximize yields and aesthetics. Ideal Vegetables for Spring Growth Healthy vegetables require precise timing, and spring provides the best conditions for many resilient, warm-season crops. A gardener who plants tomatoes early in the season, for instance, benefits from a generous harvest before extreme summer heat sets in. Slidell’s mild winters and humid springs support a diverse range of...