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Monday, April 20th, 2026
Good morning, New Orleans. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 20th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ For National Library Week (Apr. 19 to 25), a look back recalls New Orleans’ main library built in 1908 with funding from Andrew Carnegie and noted for its neoclassical design with 30-ft limestone columns and a copper dome. It was replaced in 1958 and later demolished. NOLA.com
- ➤ The 2026 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival will take place on Apr. 23 at the Fair Grounds, with performance details available through the Cubes. The event offers a festival map, food vendor info, and arts displays for local visitors. WRNO
- ➤ During French Quarter Fest, visitors praised the new park at Old Governor Nicholls St. wharf as a welcome spot to enjoy local festivities. Fox 8
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday morning, divers inspected a 54-inch sewer force main break near Florida Avenue discharging sewage into the Industrial Canal; officials advised residents to avoid recreational activities in the area after a vessel struck the line on Friday. NOLA.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lawmakers are debating a change that would require students who lose TOPS scholarships to repay their funds if they do not meet academic standards. Some legislators support the measure for accountability while others warn it may burden students in need. NOLA.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ LSU Gymnastics finished as NCAA National Runnerup with a score of 198.0750 at Dickies Arena on Saturday, falling just short of Oklahoma. Sophomore Kailin Chio made history with a perfect vault score, marking the Tigers’ fourth runnerup finish and best season since winning in 2024. WDSU
- ➤ The NFL draft will start on Thursday, Apr. 23 in Pittsburgh, with 257 picks over three days (the first round begins at 8 p.m. ET) as Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza is expected to go No. 1 to the Raiders while Alabama's Ty Simpson garners early interest. WDSU
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John 'Papa' Gros Solo Performance
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Ellis Marsalis Center for Music — $15 General Admission, $45 Reserved, $5 Student — Experience the vibrant sound of New Orleans through the music of John 'Papa' Gros.
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Jill Butler's Joyride
5-6 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful happy hour concert featuring Jill Butler's Joyride.
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Candlelight Concert - Neo-Soul Favorites
6-7 p.m. — Hotel Peter and Paul — Tickets required — Experience a magical evening with the sounds of neo-soul in a stunning atmosphere.
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King Tuff Live with Morgan Nagler
7:30-9 p.m. — Gasa Gasa — Ticket info not provided — Enjoy a night of nostalgic tunes as King Tuff performs with Morgan Nagler.
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The Iguanas Live Performance
4:30-6:00 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Free entry — Enjoy a happy hour concert featuring The Iguanas in a vibrant New Orleans venue.
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Mike Dillon's New Orleans Percussion Consortium
10 PM – 1 AM — Gasa Gasa — Ticket prices not specified — Experience a unique blend of psychedelic rock, jazz, punk, and funk with percussion innovator Mike Dillon and his all-star lineup.
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Grahame Lesh & Friends Concert
6:29-9:00 p.m. — Joy Theater — Tickets required — Enjoy an evening with Grahame Lesh & Friends and special guest performances from Midnight North and The Terrapin Family Band.
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Warren Haynes Live Concert
8:30-11:30 p.m. — Orpheum Theater New Orleans — Cost varies — Experience an electrifying night with legendary guitarist Warren Haynes and his soulful blues and rock sounds.
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Sonny Landreth Featuring Dustin Dale Gaspard Jazzfest After Show
7 PM — Rock 'N' Bowl — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful blues sounds of Sonny Landreth and Dustin Dale Gaspard at an exciting after-show event.
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Dawn Richard Live Performance
9:00 – 11:30 PM — Joy Theater — Check event page for ticket costs — Experience the dynamic sounds of New Orleans with a rising star of the local music scene.
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