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New Orleans costume store that dressed movie stars, Mardi Gras krewes is closing forever
A Central Business District warehouse that specializes in Mardi Gras and theatrical costumes is closing its doors after 13 years of business in New Orleans. Southern Costume Company has manufactured and sold costumes from its 9,000 square-foot warehouse to film industries, Mardi Gras krewes and walk-in customers since 2011, according to its website.
Some Jefferson Parish residents without power after Entergy utility pole breaks
METAIRIE, La. — More than 2,000 Entergy customers are without power in Metairie Thursday. According to Entergy, a utility pole broke near Heincan Place and James Drive. Crews on the scene tell WDSU lightning stuck the pole. Power is expected to be restored by 8 p.m. To keep up...
Cajun Zydeco Festival and more things to do in New Orleans this weekend
Cajun Zydeco Festival and a new pop-up heat up this weekend in New Orleans, with lots more to do around the city. our best bets for things to do. 🌈 The New Orleans Film Society has a special LGBTQ+ showcase with two films at The Broad Theater. (Details) 😂...
New Orleans under flood advisory, city allows neutral ground parking
NEW ORLEANS — A flood advisory was issued for Orleans Parish ahead of rainstorms on Wednesday. The city is also allowing neutral ground parking. NOLA Ready sent an alert at 3:41 p.m. The flood advisory is in effect until 6:45 p.m. Please don't block intersections, streetcar tracks, sidewalks, or...
Over $220,000 Raised For 90-Year Old Military Veteran Who Was Pushing Carts At A Grocery Story Because He Couldn’t Afford To Retire
This story is both heartwarming and heartbreaking. I don't think anybody would disagree when I say that we as a country need to do a better job at taking care of our veterans. These brave men and women stepped up and were willing to make the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom, and we owe them so much better than what we give them right now. For example, there's no reason that a 90-year old veteran should have to work at a grocery store pushing shopping carts in the 90-degree heat just to be able to afford to live. But that's what retired...
How to prepare now for hurricane season in New Orleans
The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season starts Saturday, and early forecasts say it will be a doozy. Why it matters: Southeast Louisiana residents know better than most that it only takes one bad storm to alter a region forever. Now is the time to prepare before the tropics heat up. The...
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