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New CEO at state's largest property management firm; port names new directors

South Louisiana businesses and nonprofit groups recently announced the following promotions, new hires and resignations. Port of Greater Baton Rouge announced the appointment of three new directors: Tim Pinter becomes director of business development, Melissa Folse becomes director of corporate and legal affairs and Candace Griffin becomes director of communications and grants. The appointments follow the announcement of Greg Johnson as the port's next executive director.

Baton Rouge, LA · 7h

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Touch-A-Truck Moves to Westwego's Alario Center Saturday

The Junior League of New Orleans is taking its 15th annual TOUCH-A-TRUCK to a new address on Saturday: the Alario Center in Westwego, with more than 20 trucks, machines and vehicles for children who want more than a wave from the sidewalk. Gambel Communications calls the Alario Center a new,...

Westwego, LA · 1d

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Hollygrove to get 100-block facelift in new approach to infrastructure. Here's the plan.

The city will deploy dozens of new public works employees for routine infrastructure repairs, with roughly 100 city blocks in Hollygrove serving as the starting point for a new neighborhood-by-neighborhood approach, New Orleans Mayor Helena Moreno’s administration announced Friday. Over the next month or so, the 50 new field...

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High school athletes can capitalize on NIL, lawmakers look to protect young players

NEW ORLEANS (InvestigateTV) - Name, image and likeness, or NIL, continues to dominate headlines and forever change the game for student athletes. While the federal government tackles the college landscape, some states have enacted laws to protect high school students and their families. In Louisiana, lawmakers recently passed legislation seeking...

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What Now New Orleans

Vintage and Boutique Shop Coming to Livingston Parish

Gram's Mercantile will combine a vintage store, boutique shop, and a community hub

Livingston Parish, LA · 2d

hoodline.com

FICP Conference Set to Bring More Than 700 Attendees to New Orleans

The Financial & Insurance Conference Professionals (FICP) annual silent auction will benefit seven organizations, six of them in the New Orleans area. The beneficiaries are the Above and Beyond Foundation, Big Chief Feather Trust, Children’s Bureau of New Orleans, New Orleans Mission, Roots of Music, Son of a Saint and Youth Empowerment Project, according to Biz New Orleans and the auction listing.

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Lafourche Parish, LA · 1d

Lafourche to rename Delta Farm Boat Launch in memory of Larry Dominique

The Lafourche Parish Government will host a special dedication ceremony at the former Delta Farm Boat Launch, officially renaming it in memory of a beloved community member. The new and improved boat launch is in memory of Mr. Larry Dominique, who owned a boat engine repair shop and used this launch regularly. Mr. Dominique tragically lost his life in May 2025 during a boat accident near this launch.

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Crescent City Connection repairs lengthen student commutes

“18 months?” freshman computer science major and West Bank commuter Ximena Vasquez asked, as she rolled her eyes and slumped in her chair. She was reacting to the expected repair time for the bridge that makes up part of her daily commute. Vasquez said that the last time the...

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Scott Colom wins in Mississippi; Black Education History Week; new book reveals LA connection to WW2 spy mission

Early last evening, the AP called the Mississippi Senate race for Democrat Scott Colom. This comes after more than a week of vote counting in the state.The Gulf States Newsroom’s Community Engagement reporter Elise Catrion Gregg joins us from Jackson for more on what Colom’s victory means to Mississippians.

Mississippi · 2d

American Press

Louisiana pitches New Orleans for university space academy

By Nolan Mckendry | The Center Square Louisiana has submitted a proposal to host the United States Space Academy at LSU New Orleans, offering campus facilities, state startup funding and city […]

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Mitch Landrieu, the former mayor of New Orleans, is considering a run for president

DENVER — Mitch Landrieu, the former mayor of New Orleans, is weighing a run for president in 2028. But his party’s sweeping victories in last week’s midterm elections have pushed back his timeline for a decision. “I am,” Landrieu told MS NOW when asked whether he was...

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Not so fast: 7th Ward residents raise concerns over North Broad Street roadwork plans

Residents of the 7th Ward in New Orleans voiced concerns Thursday night about planned roadwork on North Broad Street during a town hall meeting with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development. The project, which will span about 4.5 miles along U.S. 90 from Lafitte Avenue to France Road, aims...

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Best New Orleans Pool Bars | 10 NOLA Pool Bars to Check Out

If there are two things New Orleanians are good at, it's keeping cool and drinking, both necessities in the summertime and even into fall. You would be hard-pressed to find a better way to do both than drinking in the pool, and New Orleans offers a plethora of options for pool bars.

New Orleans, LA · 4d

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2026 Macaroni KID New Orleans Family-Friendly Holiday Events Guide

2026 Macaroni KID New Orleans Family Holiday Guide. Looking for the best ways to celebrate the 2026 holiday season around New Orleans? We've rounded up the top kid-friendly events, festive light displays, parades, holiday markets and craft fairs, hotel lobbies dressed for Christmas, free concerts, and local traditions to keep your calendar packed with cheer all season long!(Bookmark this page. We'll keep adding new Christmas and holiday events for kids, teens, and families in New Orleans throughout the season!)

New Orleans, LA · 3d

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Find free turkeys and Thanksgiving food at these New Orleans area giveaways

The Thanksgiving turkey is often the heart of the holiday meal, but many may need assistance in providing it for their families. Here are some turkey giveaways to check out in the New Orleans area:

New Orleans, LA · 3d

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Free expungement clinic in New Orleans to provide legal assistance for a fresh start

A free expungement clinic in New Orleans was held on Saturday to provide residents with criminal records with legal guidance and support for a fresh start. The clinic was hosted by the Justice and Accountability Center of Louisiana and Southeast Louisiana Legal Services. It offered paperwork assistance, fee waivers, and...

New Orleans, LA · 4d

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New Orleans' Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony Returns in December

Kicking off the Holiday Season with the French Market District. The French Market District will help kick off New Orleans' holiday season with its annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony on Wednesday, December 2, 2026. The event runs from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Oscar Dunn Park and includes live...

New Orleans, LA · 3d

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Lakeshore woman waits for full repairs months after SWBNO started work

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - A Lakeshore woman is waiting for her property, sidewalk and street to be fully restored months after the New Orleans Sewerage and Water Board (SWBNO) attempted to repair a water leak. City of New Orleans spokesperson Keristen Holmes reported SWBNO attempted to perform a leak repair...