Good morning, New Orleans.

New Orleanians gathered at Gallier Hall Friday to honor Dorothy Prevost, a civic leader who helped break down school segregation barriers.

Her funeral service begins today at 9 a.m. at New Hope Baptist Church (a tribute to her enduring local legacy).

Navy veteran Ray Taylor celebrated his 100th birthday at the Southeast Louisiana War Veterans Home in St. John the Baptist Parish, receiving a White House certificate plus a congratulatory call from Gov. Jeff Landry as family and friends honored his legacy.

A water main break near Willow and Audubon flooded *Uptown* today, and crews expect repairs to last much of the day.

Newlab is building a $50 million coworking space at the former Naval Station in Bywater as part of a $300 million redevelopment & is expected to open in 2027 to host up to 30 companies boosting local innovation.

The New Orleans Ernest N.

Morial Convention Center will host Pitching 101: Story Telling and Presentation Skills on March 25 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in Meeting Room 282 of Hall I; the free, registration-only event will help small & emerging businesses build essential skills.

St. Patrick’s Day festivities in our area include Friday’s Old Metairie Arch Festival with live music and food vendors, today’s Irish-Italian parade in New Orleans at 1 p.m., and the Metairie Road parade on Sunday at noon through Jefferson Parish.

In Uptown, the Prytania Theatre used its 70 mm projector (one of only five in the nation) to show record-breaking film 'Sinners,' now leading with 16 Oscar nominations; the theater will host an Oscars viewing party Sunday at 7 p.m. and screen the film again from March 20 to 26.

Food writer Ian McNulty explains how local dentists have noted more dental injuries when produce like cabbage flies during St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, revealing food season risks.

He notes that even cherished treats like hard cookies can lead to chipped teeth.

Fishermen in Cameron face changes as the LNG export industry expands & drives higher utility costs.

Reporter Drew Hawkins and filmmaker Paul Blest examine these shifts and their effects on local traditions in a new documentary.

The city council is set to turn down a fully funded recycling plan — which would add tens of thousands of new bins to New Orleans homes — due to a $200 million city deficit and concerns from waste haulers.

Mayor Moreno has also suggested ending curbside recycling.

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is considering a recreational alligator hunting season as rising gator numbers prompt change.

The Senate Natural Resources Committee approved the bill, and it now heads to the Senate floor — a lottery will offer two hook and line tags to eligible hunters statewide.

The 5th Annual Health and Wellness Family Expo will be held in New Orleans East today from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Community members can explore health resources & participate in wellness activities during the event.

On Wednesday night, Pelicans' DeJounte Murray returned to the court and helped spark a winning stretch as the team went 7 to 3 in its last 10 games.

He said his focus was on building team habits on and off the court.

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.

NCTM 2026 Spring Conference

12 AM — Sheraton New Orleans — Registration required — National gathering for mathematics educators exploring strategies and practices in a vibrant setting.

Brian Sella Concert

6-10 p.m. — House of Blues New Orleans — Ages 18+ with valid ID — Enjoy a live performance by Brian Sella and Emperor X at this iconic venue.

Lawrence Sieberth & Brad Walker Concert

5-9 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Cost info unavailable — Experience the captivating sounds of two jazz masters in the heart of New Orleans.

ASIPP 28th Annual Meeting

8 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Hilton New Orleans Riverside — Registration fee varies — Attend the conference focused on interventional pain management and connect with peers in the field.

Continental Drifters Concert

8-10:30 p.m. — The Broadside — Ticket prices TBA — Enjoy classic hits and harmonious vibes from a celebrated Vermilion lineup returning to New Orleans.

Alejandro Canales & Geovane Paiva Santos Concert

4:30-8:30 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Cost varies — Experience the smooth sounds of seasoned saxophonist Alejandro Canales and Geovane Paiva Santos during a vibrant concert.

Phil Degruy & Sasha Elliahna Durta Concert

4:30-8:30 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Check for ticket prices — Enjoy a vibrant happy hour concert featuring the unique musical blend of Phil Degruy and Sasha Elliahna Durta.

Charmaine Neville Band Performance

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Ticket required — Experience the captivating sound of Charmaine Neville's rich voice in the vibrant New Orleans jazz scene.

The Great Gatsby

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Saenger Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the glamour and heartbreak of a Broadway spectacle based on a classic tale.