John Walters

My client's have cash and are ready to close. Problem is the government. We need a wetlands permit to build a driveway. Three and a half acres and we need fifteen by twenty foot area of land to span the drainage area. We have been waiting two months. They finally got a Nationwide Permit #14 but now need a USACE #29 and a water quality certification from the LA Dept of Natural Resources. Can you believe how much the government gets in the way. We have to get this otherwise the land is basically worthless. I would love to hear other stories similar to this.

Slidell Louisianais eligible for the rural development loan program. Homebuyers will get lower interest rates, no PMI and possibly zero money down. This program is available until the end of September. Call me for further information. As you know there are numerous listing to choose from so don't delay. the clock is ticking.

This is a video my wife took while boat riding in Lake pontchartrain.  You can see them jumping out of the water only 50 feet away.  They hardly even acknowledged we were there.  I have fished this lake since I was very young.  I have never seen dolphin in the lake before.  They arrived after the hurricane.  I guess they were blown into the lake.  I just wanted to show you what mother nature can do.

There are openings for anyone interested in a volleyball clinic at Northshore High School. It will be held from June 9-13. This is the 15th year in a row for the "Queen of the Court" clinic. Please apply promptly since these camps fill up fast. Call 774-7079 for more information. Don't wait to long.

Slidell's Little Theatre is big news in these parts. My daughter participated in one of their plays years ago. While it wasn't her thing I realized that this was something special for any one who likes this particular activity.

There will be a drama-fest slated for Friday at 8 p.m. This is a free event. For more information.

There will also be a young actors theatre Summer workshop. The workshop will end with performances on July 3-6 for the juniors and July 10-13 for seniors.