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Thursday, March 5th, 2026
Good morning, New Orleans. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Junior League is hosting its 6th Women’s Leadership Summit tomorrow at the InterContinental Hotel with keynotes from Lauren Haydel & Ti Martin. The event will feature breakout sessions on leadership, wellness & financial planning while raising funds for community initiatives. Biz New Orleans
- ➤ Norman Francis, former Xavier University president and civil rights leader, was honored at a Mass at St. Louis Cathedral on Tuesday morning in New Orleans. Family members and civic leaders paid tribute to his legacy with musical performances + a dove release and heartfelt reflections on his lifelong service. New Orleans City Business
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Better Business Bureau Serving Southeast Louisiana announced Andrew Eagan as board chair for 2026 today. Eagan, a senior marketing manager at Higginbotham, will lead efforts to promote ethical business practices with support from new board members representing local businesses. Biz New Orleans
- ➤ New Orleans–based Landis Construction was named a 2026 Top Performer by Associated Builders and Contractors — a national trade group — for its high standards in safety and quality on local projects. Biz New Orleans
- ➤ Propeller Impact Accelerator, celebrating 15 years, won the 2026 USASBE Model Community Entrepreneurship Accelerator Award on Feb. 21 in Salt Lake City; its CEO accepted the honor as applications opened for Growth Track, its program for local entrepreneurs. Biz New Orleans
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Betty Daniels Rosemond, a cherished civil rights activist from New Orleans who once studied at LSU-New Orleans, hid in a phone booth in 1961 when white men dragged three Freedom Riders from a bus station in Poplarville, Miss. She passed away in January and is honored for her steadfast courage and lasting impact on our community. Verite News
- ➤ Kaylee Rongey hosts (Mardijong Mondays) at local venues like Shimmy Shack and Reginelli’s Pizzeria, where players aged 21 to 75 can try a Louisiana-themed Mardi Gras mahjong set. Players must register online to secure a seat for a fun, welcoming community game night every Monday. NOLA.com
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Louisiana crawfish processors remained short seasonal foreign workers after visa caps left some plants with zero hires, the Agriculture Commissioner said on Tuesday. Gov. Landry and state officials plan to press Congress for relief to avert plant shutdowns. New Orleans City Business
- ➤ Louisiana Economic Development selected 19 sites across 16 parishes for the FastSites initiative to prepare development-ready industrial locations ahead of high-impact projects (the largest coordinated site investment effort in state history) that will support future business growth. Biz New Orleans
- ➤ Louisiana gas prices spiked over the last 48 hours as some pumps increased by up to 50 cents (Gas Buddy analyst Patrick DeHaan said the rapid rises will slow over the next 36 hours) and remain high by the weekend. WWL-TV
- ➤ The Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Louisiana will lead a trade delegation to El Salvador and Honduras from March 8 to 13 to boost international commerce. Senior leaders from government, finance, healthcare, aviation, and education will hold meetings to forge new trade ties. Biz New Orleans
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Supporters of the LA GATOR voucher program plan to expand funding to nearly $88 million to give parents more choice in education today, while critics question if the state can sustain its cost and oversight. A new poll shows 61% of informed voters support funding increases for the 40,000 eligible students. New Orleans City Business
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Crews with the Louisiana Offshore Oil Port are cleaning up over 12,000 gallons of crude oil spilled in the Gulf after a mechanical failure offshore. WWL-TV
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Baker Donelson has signed a long-term lease to move its New Orleans office from Place St. Charles to One Canal Place in fall 2026 (40,000 sqft on the top two floors) as part of a trend toward modern workspaces in a vibrant riverfront district. Biz New Orleans
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UNO basketball enters the Southland Conference Tournament as the five seed after back-to-back losses + including a 82-78 defeat to Southeastern on Monday, and will face eight-seed Houston Christian on Sunday. Fox 8
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Fair Grounds Live Racing
12:45 – 2:45 p.m. — Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots — Reservation required — Experience exciting live horse racing in a vibrant atmosphere with buffet dining options.
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Morgan Jay Live Performance
7 PM — Mahalia Jackson Theater for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of music and comedy with Morgan Jay, a rising star from Los Angeles.
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Sticky Fingers Concert
7-10 p.m. — House of Blues New Orleans — Cashless venue — Experience live music in the heart of New Orleans at a renowned venue.
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P.L.A.N. Appraiser & Umpire Certification Course
8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. — Hampton Inn & Suites New Orleans-Convention Center — Ticket required — Gain essential skills in property loss appraisal and umpire certification over five insightful days.
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Stanton Moore Trio Performance
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of vibrant drumming and jazz from New Orleans native Stanton Moore and his trio.
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Delfeayo Marsalis & the Uptown Jazz Orchestra
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — $35+ — Experience a vibrant jazz party with renowned trombonist Delfeayo Marsalis and his band, showcasing the joy of New Orleans music.
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Napoleon Dynamite Live!
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Mahalia Jackson Theater for the Performing Arts — Tickets available — Experience the cult classic film come to life in an interactive live performance.
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B2K and Bow Wow Concert
3:00 – 9:30 p.m. — Smoothie King — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying evening with B2K and Bow Wow performing live.
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Big Easy Blues Fest
7:00-8:30 p.m. — UNO Lakefront Arena — Mobile ticket delivery — Enjoy live performances from top blues artists in a vibrant New Orleans atmosphere.
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Khamari Concert
7:00 – 8:30 PM — House of Blues New Orleans — Tickets from $56 — Catch last-minute concert tickets for Khamari at this vibrant venue.
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