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Friday, May 1st, 2026
Good morning, New Orleans. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ New Orleans Women and Children’s Shelter, led by CEO Dawn Bradley-Fletcher, has doubled its capacity to offer stable housing and support programs (including Sheltering Forward) for families facing homelessness on Iberville Street. Biz New Orleans
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Kim Carter Evans, Executive Vice President at TruFund Financial Services, draws inspiration from her Ponchatoula strawberry farmer grandfather and works to expand capital and advisory services for small businesses and underserved entrepreneurs in New Orleans. Biz New Orleans
- ➤ Visitors to New Orleans can now purchase the Good Times Pass from New Orleans and Company for $169, giving access to discounts at six top attractions + over 25 local favorites via the Smart Visit app, valid for up to ten days. Biz New Orleans
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A new Jazz Fest poster celebrated New Orleans musical dynasties by depicting iconic figures — including Louis Armstrong, Jon Batiste, and Trombone Shorty—in a timeless scene that honored the city’s rich musical heritage and the long-standing bonds among its families. Verite News
- ➤ Widespread Panic moved up their performance at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival to 2 p.m. on Thursday amid forecast thunderstorms, organizers said. The schedule change aimed to keep fans safe as scattered storms were predicted in the area. NOLA.com
- ➤ Louisiana voters will soon consider constitutional amendments on issues like school district changes and teacher raises while the U.S. Supreme Court invalidated the state's election map before early voting began. Local singer Robin Barnes will release a new album today and close Jazz Fest on Sunday (May 3). WWNO
- ➤ Newtral Groundz founder Brent Craige introduced Jazz Bounce, a fusion of jazz and bounce that builds a platform for local artists. The movement, featuring acts like Thee Magnolias and anonymous performer Mikecol, continues to enrich the city's vibrant music scene. WWL-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Loyola University New Orleans partnered with Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College to offer a seamless online path for community-college graduates to complete bachelor’s degrees. The agreement signed at Loyola’s campus allows MGCCC students to transfer all 60 credits and enter as first-semester juniors in Loyola Online. Biz New Orleans
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The American Lung Association's State of the Air report for 2026 shows New Orleans received a C for ozone and dropped to 100th worst for pollution, while Baton Rouge and Hammond got failing grades (2022–2024). NOLA.com
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ START Corporation’s female-led team is advancing a model of care that provides integrated health and housing support at its Central City Community Health Center. In 2027, it will invest $11M to open a health center with dental and pharmacy services in the French Quarter. Biz New Orleans
- ➤ Dr. Shondra Williams leads InclusivCare, offering integrated primary, dental, behavioral health, pediatrics, and pharmacy services in multiple Jefferson Parish clinics plus school-based health programs in public schools. The model ensures accessible and affordable care for families in the community. Biz New Orleans
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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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Ed Perkins Jazz Concert
6:30-8 p.m. — Ellis Marsalis Center for Music — $15 General Admission, $45 Reserved, $5 Students — Experience the soulful jazz of Ed Perkins, a New Orleans native and celebrated musician.
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WYES Juleps & Generosity
7-11 p.m. — Paulette And Frank Stewart Innovation Center For Educational Media — Refunds available — Celebrate the spirit of generosity at WYES while enjoying mint juleps and festive atmosphere.
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The Molly Ringwalds Live
8:30-11:30 p.m. — Southport Hall — $15 adv — Experience the world's greatest 80's tribute band from Sheffield, England.
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New Orleans Ballet Theatre Presents Cinderella
2-5 p.m. — Orpheum Theater New Orleans — Check event page for pricing — Experience the magic of Cinderella with the New Orleans Ballet Theatre this Mother's Day weekend.
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Charmaine Neville Band Live Performance
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Ticketed entry — Experience the soul of New Orleans through Charmaine Neville's vibrant R&B and Jazz performance.
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The Black Angels Concert
7:00–8:30 p.m. — House of Blues New Orleans — $42–$209 — Experience the psychedelic rock vibes of The Black Angels in a lively New Orleans setting.
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Gabrielle Cavassa 'DIAVOLA' Album Release
7:30-10:30 p.m. — New Orleans Jazz & Blues Market — Tickets start at $29.40 — Celebrate the launch of a new album by a local artist in the vibrant music scene of New Orleans.
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