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Saturday, April 4th, 2026
Good morning, New Orleans. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Helena Moreno will headline Delgado’s Roast of the Town fundraiser on Friday, April 10 at the Sheraton New Orleans Hotel (500 Canal St) to support local scholarships. The event, now in its 24th year, features local leaders and corporate partners working to remove tuition barriers for students. Biz New Orleans
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Neurotech startup JuneBrain secured investment from New Orleans BioFund and Gulf South Angels to support its AI-driven headsets for monitoring neurological diseases. The funding will expand retinal imaging efforts and foster partnerships with Louisiana healthcare systems. New Orleans City Business
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 41st annual French Quarter Easter Parade will be held Sunday and will start at 1 p.m. at the corner of St. Louis and Royal streets, featuring festive floats, riders in Easter attire, and a hat contest and silent auction (11 a.m. at the Omni Royal Orleans Hotel). Fox 8
- ➤ The Pigeon Town Steppers will hold their Easter Sunday second line to honor a tradition started by the Young and True Friends Benevolent Association in 1979. Founder Joseph Rollin Joe Henry recalled his early experiences and said he will pass the legacy on to younger generations. Verite News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Local shrimpers face higher diesel costs that exceed what they can charge, putting their businesses at risk; veteran George Barisich says they need a fuel & shrimp subsidy, especially as peak shrimp season begins in May. WDSU
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A federal judge ended court oversight of special education services in local charter schools on March 31. The ruling follows over a decade of reforms that expanded staff training & family support for about 4,500 students with disabilities. WWL-TV
- ➤ Jefferson Parish Schools received the 2026 District Award of Excellence for Educator Effectiveness and a $50,000 check (recognizing its focus on teacher development) at a conference on Thursday, Apr. 2 at the New Orleans Marriott. The award highlighted improvements in classroom instruction and student outcomes. NOLA.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City leaders are examining party bus safety concerns for local nightlife — they plan to review current regulations and may introduce new safety measures soon. More details are expected as discussions continue. WWL-TV
- ➤ The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers awarded a $419M contract to Pittman-Sealevel, L.L.C. on April 2 to extend a 0.25-mile levee in St. John the Baptist Parish as part of the West Shore Lake Pontchartrain project; it will cut storm surge risk for 60,000 residents and finish in 2029. WWL-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ LSU Health New Orleans has unveiled the Bayou Blueprint, a plan to reduce cervical cancer in Louisiana by 2035; the initiative will raise HPV vaccination for girls (13 to 17), improve screening for women (21 to 65), and ensure follow-up care to lower cases to under three per 100 thousand. Louisiana Radio Network
- ➤ LCMC Health reminds runners to focus on wellness and safety as they prepare for the Crescent City Classic, with expert guidance for those tackling the 10K & advice on proper health protocols to ensure a smooth race. WWL-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Parker Curry, a New Orleans teen with cerebral palsy, trains weekly to prove himself as he runs the Crescent City Classic 10K race today outside Caesars SuperDome, with strong support from his parents plus inspiring others along the way. WDSU
- ➤ Mandeville hurdler Mackenzie Hayes earned Overall MVP honors at the St. Tammany Parish Track and Field Championships held at Fontainebleau High on April 2, leading her team to its fourth consecutive title. Teammates Chloe Gallien and others posted personal bests + set new records, fueling local track pride. NOLA.com
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New Orleans Pelicans vs. Orlando Magic
6:00 – 8:15 p.m. — Smoothie King — Ticket prices vary — Experience the high-energy matchup between the Pelicans and Magic at home.
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ZZ Top Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Saenger Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate classic rock with ZZ Top's electrifying performance in New Orleans.
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The Wards: All Strings Attached
6:30-8 p.m. — Ellis Marsalis Center for Music — Ticket details TBA — Enjoy a multigenerational live jazz and funk experience led by a family of violinists.
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Roadway7 Live at The Howlin' Wolf
7-11 p.m. — The Howlin' Wolf — Ticketed event — Enjoy an eclectic mix of rock and folk-rock from emerging New Orleans bands Roadway7, The Cicadas, and Collections.
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Ciara Elise Album Release Show
9:30 p.m. — Gasa Gasa — $8 — Celebrate the release of Ciara Elise's new album with an energizing performance.
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Hondo Rodeo Fest featuring Jason Aldean and Lynyrd Skynyrd
2:30-8 p.m. — Caesars Superdome — Friday Pass Only — Celebrate Western culture with music and rodeo excitement.
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Leonid & Friends Live in Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Orpheum Theater New Orleans — Tickets available — Experience the musical magic of Leonid and Friends' renditions of Chicago's legendary hits.
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Anna Laura Quinn Live Performance
4:30-8:30 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Free entry — Enjoy a happy hour concert with Anna Laura Quinn.
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Pump Action Co-Headline Tour
9 p.m. — Gasa Gasa — $15 — Experience the high-energy funk rock of Pump Action and The Retrograde with soaring guitar solos and engaging grooves.
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The Ven Aqui Show Featuring Kai De Lua
8-12 p.m. — Gasa Gasa — Tickets $7 — Enjoy a vibrant night of music with Kai De Lua in a fantastic local venue.
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