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Saturday, March 21st, 2026
Good morning, New Orleans. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Audubon Nature Institute is set to open Goldring Woldenberg Riverfront Park next month at Gov. Nicholls Street Wharf, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony (April 7) and a public opening on April 16. The six-acre park includes a marsh-themed playground, covered shed, and seating areas to enhance community access to the river. NOLA.com
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Danos, a local energy services contractor, closed 2025 with a record low TRIR of 0.07 over more than 11.5 million work hours + driven by enhanced safety management and workforce training. This performance ranks the company among top-tier performers in the energy sector. Biz New Orleans
- ➤ Thrivvy, an AI-powered market intelligence tool, won $25,000 on March 11 at Tulane Innovation Institute’s $50K Demo Day during New Orleans Entrepreneur Week and will get legal support + investment fast-track as it prepares to launch its platform soon. Biz New Orleans
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Louisiana Landmarks Society selected 19 New Orleans projects for its Awards for Excellence in Historic Preservation. The winners, including the Historic New Orleans Collection & Holy Cross School Apartments, will be honored on Wednesday, May 20 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Gallier Hall, 545 St. Charles Avenue. New Orleans City Business
- ➤ Louisa Blue Lu Barker, born in New Orleans, began singing in empty lots in Treme as a child before recording blues hits such as Dont You Feel My Leg during the 1930s and 1940s, paving the way for her influential music career. Verite News
- ➤ Today’s Tennessee Williams Festival kickoff brings Williams Under the Oaks to the New Orleans Jazz Museum at 2 p.m., featuring scenes from his plays and new pieces with the Stella Shouting Contest (a fundraiser for Family Justice Center) at 3 p.m.; festival dates run March 25-29. WDSU
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Louis Armstrong International Airport has unveiled a master plan to add a second terminal and 10 to 15 new gates along with roadway and parking upgrades to meet growing passenger demand. Officials say the plan will boost the local economy and modernize travel in New Orleans over the coming years. New Orleans City Business
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A bill by Sen. Patrick McMath to extend high-dosage tutoring through eighth grade cleared the Education Committee this week. The program currently helps 178,000 students and the expansion would cost an extra $15.2 million yearly, building on recent academic gains. New Orleans City Business
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Louisiana Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority board approved the fiscal plan for 2027—a $1.54B investment covering 143 coastal projects to restore wetlands, shorelines and reduce flood risks. The plan will move to the legislature during the next Regular Session. Biz New Orleans
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UNO students can recharge and renew at a free two-day mental health wellness event at Kirschman Hall starting Wednesday, Mar. 25. The event offers stress relief activities and digital wellness sessions, with a survey required for registration. University of New Orleans
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ City officials and developers broke ground on Esplanade Delille Apartments on Esplanade Ave; the 50-unit mixed-income project will offer 37 affordable and 13 market-rate apartments plus retail space to support local businesses. The project is scheduled for early spring 2027. New Orleans City Business
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Delfeayo Marsalis & the Uptown Jazz Orchestra
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Tickets required — Enjoy a vibrant jazz party with Delfeayo Marsalis and his esteemed orchestra.
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The Lumineers Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Smoothie King Center — Tickets required — Experience the enchanting melodies and heartfelt lyrics of The Lumineers in a captivating live performance.
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Flow Tribe Live
9 PM – Midnight — Chickie Wah Wah — Tickets start at $86 — Experience the unforgettable sounds of Flow Tribe in an iconic New Orleans venue.
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ARD Research Symposium 2026
March 28-31 — Hyatt Regency New Orleans — Participation fees may apply — Explore innovations in food, health, and agriculture at this collaborative symposium.
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Tom Hook & Wendell Brunious Performance
4:30-8:30 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Check website for entry fees — Enjoy an evening of smooth jazz infused with Tom Hook's extensive industry experience.
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Charmaine Neville Band Live Show
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant blend of R&B, Jazz, and world rhythms from Charmaine Neville, the torchbearer of New Orleans musical legacy.
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Stanton Moore Trio Performance
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Cost unknown — Enjoy an evening of impeccable drumming and jovial spirits with Grammy-winning musician Stanton Moore.
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