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Ponchatoula, Louisiana Patch AM: a 5 min readGood morning Ponchatoula! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Which Ponchatoula road is closed after this weekend’s severe storms?
- Check whether McClellan Street storm damage could disrupt your weekend drive.
- See which Ponchatoula students just earned top honors at Southeastern.
Also on today's calendar: Game Night — Downtown Hammond and 5 more events.
Today's riddle: What has 3 feet, but can not walk... 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Sunday: A shower and t-storm; humid, with a high of 82 and low of 68 degrees.
- Monday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, temps: high: 83, low: 63.
- Tuesday: Sunny and less humid, with a high of 85 and low of 59 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Strong storms scattered damage across SE Louisiana: How it impacted your area (wwltv.com) — Storms have closed Graves Road in Ponchatoula due to downed trees or power line issues, part of wider damage across Tangipahoa Parish and Southeast Louisiana. Several nearby roads in Loranger, Tickfaw, Wilmer, and Hammond are also shut because of high water or debris, and more rain is expected through Monday, so travel could remain disrupted. 
2. Saturday storm damage reports impacting roadways (wgno.com) — Storms this Saturday morning brought downed trees to several Tangipahoa Parish roads, including McClellan Street right in Ponchatoula, which could complicate local weekend driving. Officials also report flooding near Folsom and additional blockages in Tickfaw, Hammond, and Hancock County, urging residents to share any new damage or travel issues with the station’s meteorologist.
3. Southeastern College of Honors and Excellence recognizes top students (an17.com) — Ponchatoula students earned major recognition at Southeastern Louisiana University’s College of Honors and Excellence, including an Honors Program Freshman of the Year and multiple honors diploma and distinction recipients. The ceremony in nearby Hammond spotlighted top scholars from across the region, but Ponchatoula was especially well represented with award-winning tutors and high-achieving underclassmen.
4. Rapid Riser: 7-foot clearance puts Central's Keithon Womack atop high jump (geauxpreps.com) — Central High’s multi-sport standout Keithon Womack has emerged as one of the nation’s top high jumpers after clearing 7 feet and winning major meets, including the Ponchatoula Classic. With guidance from coach Affrica Mayes, he’s chasing a Class 5A state title and the long-standing Louisiana high jump record while still starring in football and basketball.
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★ Featured events ★
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Leads for Lunch →
La Carreta, 147 NW Railroad Ave, Ponchatoula
11:30 am
Thursday May 14
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Other local events
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PJHS + VES Choir Concert
Ponchatoula Junior High School First Baptist Church
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PJHS Symphonic Band Spring Concert
Ponchatoula Junior High School PHS Auditorium
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Game Night — Downtown Hammond →
Slices Pizza, 118 N Cate St, Hammond
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End of Fourth 9 Weeks
Perrin Early Learning Center Ponchatoula, LA 70454 -
Last Day of School for Students
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End of Second Semester
Perrin Early Learning Center Ponchatoula, LA 70454 -
PD Day for Teachers
Perrin Early Learning Center Ponchatoula, LA 70454
Monday May 11
Wednesday May 13
Wednesday May 20
Thursday May 21
Friday May 22
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Whimsy in Bloom Mothers Day Event →
Painting with a Twist, 204 E Thomas St, Hammond
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Two Stepping Class at Gnarly Barley — Downtown Hammond →
Gnarly Barley Brewing, 1709 Corbin Rd, Hammond
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8th Grade Ceremony
Hammond Westside Montessori Hammond, LA 70403 -
Kajun 107.1 Member Guest Radio Appearance
Greater Hammond Chamber of Commerce Northshore Media Group 200 E Thomas St, Hammond, LA 70401
8:30 am
Sunday May 10
Monday May 11
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Just had a coyote stalking a wild cat from across the street completely oblivious to me on my porch .
Watching a cat coming up to get water used a limb pile for cover and she didn't even know it was coming . If I wasn't outside I would have lost an… (Nextdoor South Gate) - Did some weeding and added mulch.
If you need any help with anything, let us know. We do weeding and adding mulch gutters, pressure washing, and anything else you need help with. (Nextdoor Deer Creek)
- Golden Corral posted a job opening for Restaurant General Manager in Hammond. Apply here.
- Estes Express Lines, Inc. posted a job opening for Dock Worker in Hammond. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Ponchatoula here.
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