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Saturday, May 3rd, 2025
Good morning, New Orleans. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 3rd of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A New Orleans police officer was injured on Friday morning at the Walmart in the Lower Garden District when a man, who had overdosed and then acted erratically after receiving Narcan, hit a bystander with a parked truck as the officer intervened—officials said the officer was stable and traffic backed up along Tchoupitoulas Street. NOLA.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A genetic test by SeaD Consulting showed 18 of 19 shrimp dishes at Jazz Fest were made with real Gulf shrimp—evidence that vendors voluntarily support local shrimpers despite no legal requirement—and this result sharply contrasts with seafood mislabeling found elsewhere. New Orleans City Business
- ➤ The second weekend of Jazz Fest began on Thursday, May 1 with Santana headlining the Festival Stage while Morris Day and The Time, Cage the Elephant and the Yellowjackets performed on the Fair Grounds stages in Gentilly—dozens of local, national and international acts and food vendors will continue to showcase Louisiana's diverse culture through the weekend. Verite News
- ➤ Today, the Jazz Fest grounds were quiet as sound checks continued and no chairs were set up when festival leader Quint Davis stopped by for a short interview. He explained that over 50 years of planning—along with the punctual start of 500 local bands—has turned the event into a showcase of hard work and community spirit. WWL-TV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Woodside Energy is building a liquified natural gas terminal in Calcasieu Parish with a $17.5B investment that will produce 16.5 Mtpa and support 15,000 jobs — the largest foreign investment in Louisiana history. The project will begin exporting LNG in 2029 and has received backing from state and federal officials as well as Stonepeak. New Orleans City Business
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dillard University announced its Commencement Weekend lineup for future events—starting with a live podcast on May 7 at Cook Theater featuring President Dr. Monique Guillory and honorary degree awardees, followed by a Baccalaureate Service on May 9 at 6:00 p.m. led by Rev. Dr. Antione J. Hutchins and a Commencement Ceremony on May 10 at 8:00 a.m. with keynote Dr. Jericho Brown. Biz New Orleans
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ New Orleans got nearly $388 million in ARPA money starting in 2021 to help replace lost tax dollars, keep city workers paid, and fund projects like public safety and affordable housing. Some critics said that too much went to the police department + that the city missed a big chance to fix long-standing inequalities. Verite News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Ochsner Health broke ground on The Gayle and Tom Benson Ochsner Children’s Hospital on the campus of Ochsner Medical Center with Mrs. Gayle Benson and local officials in attendance. The new five-story facility is a $300 million project expected to open in early 2028—expanding pediatric care and creating over 400 permanent jobs. Biz New Orleans
- ➤ Louisiana is facing a surge in whooping cough that may set a record for 2025, with 164 cases reported in the first four months and two infant deaths confirmed by the Louisiana Department of Health on April 21. The department said 40 people have been hospitalized since September 2024—70 percent of whom are babies under age one—and it advises pregnant women to get a Tdap vaccine during each pregnancy. NOLA.com
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Bearly Dead Tribute Show
7 PM - 12 AM — No Dice — $16.09 — Experience the vibrant tribute to Grateful Dead with a full-throttle live performance filled with energy and great musicianship.
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Ed Volker & Dave Malone Concert
8 PM – 12 AM — Chickie Wah Wah — Tickets available — Celebrate Jazzfest's end with Ed Volker and Dave Malone accompanied by special guests.
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Wessell Anderson Jazz Concert
6:30-8 p.m. — Ellis Marsalis Center for Music — $15 General Admission, $45 Reserved, $5 Students — Experience an evening of lively jazz with acclaimed musician Wessell Anderson on GiveNOLA Day.
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October London Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Saenger Theatre — Tickets starting at $81 — Experience an electrifying evening with October London in New Orleans.
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Spring Music Festival
11 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Zony Mash Beer Project — Free entry for under 18 — Celebrate the talent of young musicians with diverse performances across genres.
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Mother's Day Brunch
10 a.m. — The Pelican Club — Starting at $76 — Treat Mom to a memorable 3-course brunch with diverse options for everyone.
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Doug Jones Author Talk and Book Signing
6-8 p.m. — Baldwin & Co. coffee + bookstore — Ticket required — Debut author Doug Jones discusses his gripping novel on displacement and identity set against the backdrop of the 1996 Olympics.
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Smino Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Joy Theater — Tickets from $40 — Catch Smino live in an electrifying night of hip-hop at Joy Theater.
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NOCCA Spring Jazz Ensemble Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Tickets required — Experience a showcase of New Orleans' talented young musicians led by renowned pianist Michael Pellera.
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George Porter Jr Concert
8-10 p.m. — Tipitina's — Tickets starting at $27 — Enjoy a night of vibrant music from a legendary New Orleans musician.
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