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American Press

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Firm that gave $115K to Landry’s PAC tapped for SpaceX contract

By Nolan McKendry | The Center Square A New Orleans engineering firm that has contributed $115,000 to a political action committee closely aligned with Gov. Jeff Landry has been selected […]

Louisiana · 10d

NOLA.com

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New statewide political director at business trade group; bank exec retiring after 45 years

South Louisiana businesses and nonprofit groups recently announced the following promotions, new hires and resignations. Tommy Costales has been promoted to director of technology services for the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. Costales, who has more than 25 years of experience managing complex technology systems, was first hired by the Convention Center as assistant director of information technology in 2024.

New Orleans, LA · 9d

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Bonfouca Museum Holds Grand Opening; Chief Warhorse Is Keynote Speaker

The Bonfouca Museum & Research Center held a grand opening, with Chief Warhorse serving as keynote speaker. The Tchefuncta Nation, Chahta Tribe dedicated the museum. The museum is intended to preserve Indigenous history. Chief Warhorse personally invited the author to attend the grand opening. The Tchefuncta Site. The Tchefuncte site...

Slidell, LA · 10d

NOLA.com

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Slidell City Council shoots down ordinance on high-density development regulations

The Slidell City Council indefinitely postponed a discussion and vote on a proposed ordinance that would have established new regulations in governing certain high-density residential developments. Had it passed, it would have provided “guardrails for responsible development such that development does not outpace the infrastructure or become detrimental to health,...

Slidell, LA · 11d

NOLA.com

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New Orleans events: Po-boy Fest, Beignet Fest, Thundercat, Pretty Lights and more

Looking for more to do this week? Check out the latest on Gambit's calendar at calendar.gambitweekly.com. The festival fills Oak Street with live music and plenty of creative and traditional po-boy sandwiches. The music lineup features George Porter Jr. and Runnin’ Pardners, the River Eckert Band, Egg Yolk Jubilee, keyboardists on the Piano on a Truck and more. Roughly 50 vendors offer a variety of po-boys and there are several music stages. From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 8, on Oak Street from S. Carrollton Avenue to Eagle Street. General admission wristbands are required to buy food from vendors. Wristbands are $8 in advance, For more information, visit poboyfest.com.

New Orleans, LA · 8d

107 JAMZ

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Louisiana Newlyweds Keep The Party Rolling as Wedding Reception Floods

Six inches of water covered the dance floor at a Metairie wedding, but the bride, groom and their guests weren't about to stop partying.

Metairie, LA · 8d

urbanhollywood411.com

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New Orleans Mayor Voices Frustration as Essence Festival Talks Stall

New Orleans Mayor Helena Moreno says the city is moving forward with plans for a Black cultural event — with or without Essence — as talks stall over the Essence Festival of Culture’s return. Speaking with local news station WWL-TV on Thursday, Oct. 29, Moreno expressed frustration...

New Orleans, LA · 11d

wheninyourstate.com

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New Orleans’ French Quarter holds the oldest continuously active cathedral in America

You can stand in Jackson Square and pick out the three white spires before you even reach the gates. St. Louis Cathedral has held this same spot since New Orleans got its start in 1718, and it still claims the title of oldest continuously active Catholic cathedral in the country.

New Orleans, LA · 10d

whereyat.com

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Cheers to 60 Years of the Historic New Orleans Collection

The Historic New Orleans Collection hosted a lovely birthday party presented by Ryan Gootee General Contractors which brought together those who can't get enough of true New Orleans culture and history at the flagship center (one of 14 properties). The revelers packed the building and courtyard to indulge in excellent fare from Antoine's, Chef Prudhomme, Dickie Brennan's Steakhouse, and more. As they traversed the rooms, they were treated to the current exhibitions including the brand new Bunny Matthews art exhibit.

New Orleans, LA · 10d

97.3 The Dawg

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Acadiana Hospitals Rank Among Louisiana's Best - 4 in the Top 10

When it comes to healthcare quality, South Louisiana punches above its weight. A major national study ranked four local hospitals among the best in the country for patient outcomes and care.

Louisiana · 11d

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The Road to New Orleans Starts Now: Registration Opens for World of Asphalt and AGG1 2027

New Orleans, LA—World of Asphalt and AGG1 Aggregates Academy & Expo invite aggregates and asphalt professionals around the world to register for the shows’ New Orleans debut, happening March 15-17, 2027, at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. World of Asphalt and AGG1 bring the full asphalt, paving...

New Orleans, LA · 11d

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Spend an evening with NOLA’s ‘night mayor.’ His job is more than Bourbon Street and bar crawls.

The first stop of the night was DBA on Frenchmen Street. Michael Ince, known as New Orleans' "night mayor," was going on a bar crawl. Ince greeted DBA's owner, a man named Brad Clement, and the duo sauntered into the music venue. The first thing they noticed was sound: the...

New Orleans, LA · 11d

WGNO

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Officials urge Louisiana voters to prepare for election day

Election officials are in the final stretch of preparations for November 3rd. With 111 polling locations, and a dense ballot, they are urging voters to get prepared too.

New Orleans, LA · 8d

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Kenner official promoted to Chief Administrative Officer

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - The city of Kenner has a new Chief Administrative Officer. In an email sent to staff and councilmembers Thursday (Oct. 29), Kenner Mayor Michael Glaser said former Deputy Chief Administrative Officer Natalie Newton will now serve as the city’s CAO. Jose Gonzalez, the previous CAO,...

Kenner, LA · 11d

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SWBNO repaves Black Pearl street after Fox 8 reports, but neighbors concerned about new leak

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - The New Orleans Sewerage and Water Board (SWBNO) repaved a section of Hurst Street after a pair of Fox 8 reports, but neighbors are concerned a new leak could lead to new issues. This week, Hurst Street residents confirmed SWBNO repaved a section of road that...

New Orleans, LA · 10d

InsideHook

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The Most Beloved Bar in New Orleans Is Still the Real Deal

From Mardi Gras to second lines, New Orleans knows how to let the good times roll. The French Quarter remains one of the city’s most historically rich and charming neighborhoods, but Bourbon Street — with its wall-to-wall T-shirt shops and neon-colored slushies — has a reputation for being a tourist mecca void of personality. But just off the infamous strip, no-frills dive bar Erin Rose has been slinging the city’s best frozen Irish Coffees for 25 years. It’s become a favorite of locals and pro bartenders alike.

New Orleans, LA · 12d

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Crews respond to 6,300-gallon oil spill in Lafourche Parish

The Unified Command, consisting of the following federal, state, local, and company officials, continues to respond to the release of crude oil in an unnamed oilfield canal off Bayou Des Allemands in Lafourche Parish, Louisiana. The Unified Command consists of U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Louisiana Oil Spill Coordinator’s Office...

Lafourche Parish, LA · 15d