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SOUTHEASTERN TO HOST 5TH ANNUAL ROOMIE’S MERRY MARKET
HAMMOND – Get ready to kick off the holiday season at Roomie’s Merry Market, a two-day festive shopping event hosted by Southeastern Louisiana University’s Lion Up Recovery program. This year’s market will take place at the Pennington Center, located at 1350 N. General Pershing St. on Southeastern’s campus. The market is open Saturday, Nov. 14, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, Nov. 15, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is just $5 at the door, and lunch will be available for purchase both days through a
21st Annual Starry November Night to open holiday shopping season in Downtown Hammond
The Hammond Downtown Development District (DDD) will host its 21st Annual Starry November Night on Friday, November 20, 2026, from 5–8 p.m. in historic Downtown Hammond. The event marks the start of the holiday shopping season downtown and returns to a Friday evening format after five years as a Saturday event. Participating downtown retailers will offer special sales and holiday promotions during the event, giving shoppers an early opportunity to purchase gifts from locally owned businesses. Activities
SOUTHEASTERN COMPUTER SCIENCE DEPARTMENT TO PRESENT INDUSTRY CONNECT LECTURE
HAMMOND – Southeastern Louisiana University’s Department of Computer Science is hosting the third of the fall Industry Connect Distinguished Lectures Nov. 19, at 4 p.m. Scheduled in the Envoc Innovation Lab, located in room 2026 in the Computer Science and Technology Building at 801 N. Oak Street in Hammond, the free lecture is titled “The Changing Role of Cybersecurity: Protecting the Systems We Depend On.” Chief Information Officer for the Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans Darrell Eilts will
The Changing Canvas: Exploring the Advantages and Limitations of AI-Powered Graphic Design Tools
Where Creativity Meets Computation Artificial intelligence has moved from novelty to necessity in many professional workflows — and graphic design is no exception. From logo creation and social post layouts to ad mockups and packaging, AI-powered design platforms are reshaping how businesses communicate visually. Local entrepreneurs, marketing coordinators, and chamber members alike now face the same question: Does AI make design more accessible or more artificial?Quick Take AI-powered design tools help
Cybersecurity Essentials for Entrepreneurs and Business Owners in Tangipahoa Parish
Running a business in Tangipahoa today means operating in a world where digital risk and opportunity sit side by side. Cybersecurity is no longer a technical side project — it’s part of protecting revenue, maintaining trust, and keeping operations stable. Learn below: Why small organizations face targeted threats Common attack methods that affect local businesses Practical defenses leaders can start using immediately How to protect critical documents and digital assets What to ask when evaluating
