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Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026
Good morning, New Orleans. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ STARC opened a new Community Wins Respite Center on April 13 in Slidell to offer weekend respite services for families caring for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, funded by In-Telecom’s golf tournaments + local support. NOLA.com
- ➤ Mimi Padgett — a Master Gardener in Covington — will welcome guests and direct parking at the Northshore Garden and Plant show on April 24 and 25 at the St. Tammany Parish Fairgrounds from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event features 60 booths with vendors, demos, and a children's area. NOLA.com
- ➤ Amtrak’s Mardi Gras Service Line reached its 100,000th rider Tuesday morning at Union Passenger Terminal—marking a milestone for the scenic Gulf South route that restored a historic rail connection and boosted local tourism. WWL-TV
- ➤ On Saturday, April 11, unCommon Construction and Airbnb hosted a community build day in New Orleans where 35 apprentices and 18 volunteers from Airbnb and Tulane University worked on projects (a two-story home and deck addition). Airbnb announced $150,000 in investments to support youth, education and housing projects. Biz New Orleans
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ I-610 Westbound is closed at Paris Avenue because of an incident under the overpass & police are detouring cars via St. Bernard Avenue while traffic backs up for miles. WDSU
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Chef Emeril Lagasse plans to open two new restaurants downtown as part of the Fairmont Hotel redevelopment — Delmonico Steakhouse will serve prime and dry-aged beef with wines while The Café will offer a casual spot for breakfast and lunch. The project is a block from The Roosevelt. WWL-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local musicians are staying busy during festival season as Jazz Fest, featuring 637 performers (85% local), will begin soon after French Quarter Fest ended. Artists like Fermín Ceballos and Ovi Giron continue booking multiple city shows to grow their fan base. Fox 8
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Sewerage and Water Board announced that a part has been ordered to repair the sewer main break in the Industrial Canal and repairs will begin Friday after 12+ million gallons of sewage spilled into the water. Samples are being taken near the High Rise and at the lock as regulators join the investigation. WDSU
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A new urgent care facility called The Complete Care Urgent Center, founded by Dr. Calvin Williams and Dr. Cheryl Williams, opened Saturday, April 18 at 8030 Crowder Blvd., offering fast, walk-in care for non-emergency health needs in New Orleans East. Biz New Orleans
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Data analyst Jeff Asher’s NFL draft mock shows the Saints set to pick Rueben Bain Jr., a versatile edge rusher expected to boost the defense. The NFL draft will unfold next Thursday (Apr. 30), with top prospects like Raiders QB Fernando Mendoza drawing attention. WDSU
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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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Robert Glasper with Christian McBride
6-8 p.m. — New Orleans Jazz & Blues Market — Tickets start at $65.50 — Experience the musical prowess of Robert Glasper and Christian McBride in an amazing performance.
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Charmaine Neville Band at Snug Harbor
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy Charmaine Neville's captivating voice in an intimate jazz setting.
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