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New Orleans Archbishop Gregory Aymond will hold 10 group meetings with clergy abuse survivors across local parishes from Feb.

6 to Feb. 10 as part of a $230 million bankruptcy settlement, with the first meeting scheduled at Holy Name of Jesus Parish at noon.

C.D.W. Services is upgrading the Algiers ferry terminal at 101 Morgan St. with $9.03 million to add a covered ferry bridge, new second floor + elevator, and a redesigned plaza, while Trinity Episcopal School is expanding its campus with a new dining hall built by Woodward Design and Build.

Tropical Air Kare merged Air Kare Air Conditioning and Heating with Tropical A/C and Heating to form one local HVAC brand led by brothers Steve St. Pierre & Edward St. Pierre in New Orleans.

Saints rookie quarterback Tyler Shough plans to join a Mardi Gras float along St. Charles later this year if his newborn’s arrival does not conflict, following a challenging rookie season.

Black oystermen once propelled the seafood industry but now see their legacy vanish as rising costs and new laws limit harvesting.

Culinary historian Zella Palmer says systemic racism and economic shifts have forced many to switch from gathering to shucking oysters in restaurants.

New Orleans is set for a bright 2026 with major events including The Rocking One Thousand Band's U.S. debut in January and a LIV golf tournament in June.

CEO Walt Leger of New Orleans & Company says booking momentum from 2025 is driving long-range event plans.

The Phunny Phorty Phellows will ride a historic streetcar today at 7 p.m. from the Willow Street streetcar barn (tracing a route along South Carrollton and St. Charles to Harmony Circle) to mark Carnival’s start with music by the Storyville Stompers Brass Band.

Today, the 18th Annual Joan of Arc Parade will take a shorter route in the French Quarter starting at Bienville and Front Streets at 7:30 p.m. Construction in the Quarter forces changes, with the blessing of Joan’s Sword moved to St. Mary’s Chapel and a moving puppet at the end.

The Krewe of Bacchus announced actor Patrick Warburton, known for his work on Seinfeld + Family Guy, will reign as Bacchus LVII at the parade on Feb.

15 as part of celebrations for America's 250th anniversary that include the Bacchus Rendezvous at the Morial Convention Center.

New Orleans Carnival Krewes are preparing for Twelfth Night celebrations as Carnival Season begins today.

Parade organizers are readying events along St. Charles Avenue with festivities running for six weeks, culminating in Fat Tuesday (Feb. 17).

Stronghold Studios in Mid-City is leading the Mardi Gras 2026 House Float tradition after the Krewe dissolved, offering design and fabrication services to homeowners while hosting an interactive online map and flower sales at its 4429 Bienville Ave. warehouse on January weekends; House Float displays will run through Carnival.

Entergy filed for a $1B west Louisiana transmission project that could raise residential electric bills by $3.47 and support a $10B data center in West Feliciana Parish.

Regulatory approval for the 145-mile line is expected by August 2029 — with ratepayer cost recovery under review.

Cabrini High named Erica Williams as the new volleyball head coach while NOCCA offers king cakes at Chartres and Broad from today through Feb.

16, featuring new flavors from celebrated chefs.

Crews began installing concrete barriers along St. Charles Avenue Monday to slow traffic and protect Carnival parade crowds from Jackson to Louisiana Avenues.

Drivers should expect lane closures as the work continues for weeks, with extra plastic water filled barriers set to be added closer to parade day (a key safety measure).

Bangers Album Release Party

8 PM — Maple Leaf Bar — $15 Adv, $20 Day of Show — Enjoy a lively night featuring SLUGGER with local talents.

Fair Grounds Live Racing

12:45-2:15 p.m. — Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots — Reservation required — Enjoy a thrilling afternoon of live horse racing and clubhouse dining.

Fair Grounds Live Racing

12:45-2:15 p.m. — Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots — Ticket prices may vary — Experience the excitement of live horse racing while enjoying clubhouse dining.

Noel Coward's Blithe Spirit

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Le Petit Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience a delightful séance with the charmingly eccentric Madame Arcati and the hauntingly humorous antics that ensue.

Steve Detroy Trio Live Performance

1:00 PM – 8:30 PM — Fritzel's European Jazz Pub — Check for pricing — Experience the soulful, sophisticated sounds of the Steve Detroy Trio as part of the Happy Hour Concert Series.

Fair Grounds Live Racing

12:45-2:15 p.m. — Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots — Reservation required — Enjoy an exciting day of live horse racing with buffet dining options.

Charmaine Neville Band Performance

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Tickets required — Enjoy Charmaine Neville's captivating voice and vibrant personality at one of New Orleans' favorite jazz spots.

Keiko Komaki Concert

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Ellis Marsalis Center for Music — Tickets available — Celebrate New Orleans piano traditions with a live performance.

Folk Alliance International Conference

10 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Sheraton New Orleans Hotel — $300 CAD for artists — Celebrate folk music with showcases and networking opportunities in the vibrant heart of New Orleans.

Blithe Spirit

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Le Petit Theatre — Ticket info not provided — Enjoy a comedic ghost story that brings the past to life with charm and wit.