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Sunday, January 18th, 2026
Good morning, New Orleans. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ New Orleans is planning MLK Day service projects to honor Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy — local leaders are inviting residents to join volunteer efforts across the city this upcoming Monday. Fox 8
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Brewery Saint X and Devil Moon BBQ closed their doors yesterday after nearly three years of service, hosting a farewell party from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. featuring $4 drafts, smoked meats, and NFL playoff games. WWL-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The New Orleans Tribune announced it will end its monthly print edition and shift to digital only, promising more frequent online content for Black New Orleanians. Editor Anitra Brown said the change comes amid declining advertising revenue (a challenge for Black media) and growing digital readership. NOLA.com
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ New Orleans drivers can save money at the pump by joining fuel rewards programs like Kroger Fuel Points and using perks from Walmart+ or Amazon Prime. Use gas-price apps like GasBuddy to find the lowest prices and maintain your vehicle (check tire pressure, avoid idling) for better fuel economy. WDSU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sen. Royce Duplessis will host a community event with other local leaders to give neighbors a chance to share their ideas (details on the time and location are forthcoming). WWL-TV
- ➤ Mayor Helena Moreno apologized Saturday on Instagram and is seeking private donations to cover DJ and musician fees for Carnival celebrations at Gallier Hall after her administration cut spending. She promised to make it right and build on her record of supporting local performers (including an ordinance to pay musicians). NOLA.com
- ➤ The city is opening cold-weather shelters tonight for unhoused residents amid near-freezing temperatures; call 311 for availability at locations including New Orleans Mission (1130 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., 4 p.m. to 9 a.m.), The Salvation Army and Low Barrier Shelter. WDSU
- ➤ City officials are reviewing plans for Crescent Park after a riverfront fire disrupted the area. The project will improve park access and safety as final details are developed (more information to be released). Fox 8
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Senior midfielder Kaitlyn Brady scored her 100th career goal in a 3 to 0 win over Mount Carmel on Jan. 15 and later added a free kick that brought her total to 101. The undefeated Hawks continue their strong season + aim for a state championship. NOLA.com
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Hadestown
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Saenger Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a captivating musical journey to the underworld where myth and music intertwine.
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Noel Coward's Blithe Spirit
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Le Petit Theatre — Ticket prices vary — A whimsical comedy about a novelist haunted by a ghost after a séance goes awry.
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DUG: Folk Duo Performance
7-10 p.m. — The Broadside — Ticket prices vary — Experience the unique blend of American and Irish folk with DUG's captivating storytelling and humorous lyrics.
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Marlon Jordan Quartet Performance
5-9 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Enjoy happy hour with the Marlon Jordan Quartet, a dynamic musical experience rooted in New Orleans jazz.
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Brahms Symphony No. 1
12-2 p.m. — Orpheum Theater New Orleans — $15 — Experience a live orchestra rehearsal and gain insights from the musicians and conductor about the performance.
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Cajun Music Celebration with Bruce Daigrepont
5:15-7:15 p.m. — Tipitina's — Tickets starting at $21.83 — Experience the rich cultural heritage of Cajun music with Bruce Daigrepont and his band.
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