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Monday, May 11th, 2026
Good morning, New Orleans. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 11th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday evening in Kenner, more than 9,000 Entergy customers lost power and restoration was expected by 8 p.m. while the cause remained under investigation. WDSU
- ➤ A memorial plaque was unveiled Sunday morning outside the Pan Am Stadium to honor 22 victims of the 1999 Mother’s Day bus crash (which occurred on Interstate 610). Families, first responders and community leaders attended as Father DeCody offered a blessing during the ceremony. WDSU
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Trine Builders (with $12M annual revenue) has built a strong reputation by revitalizing historic buildings such as a St. Charles Avenue church and Magazine Street restaurants. It manages up to six projects at a time. NOLA.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Families gathered at Cabrini Park in the French Quarter for a decades-long Mother’s Day tradition with music and dancing that honored a beloved local celebration. WWL-TV
- ➤ Arthur Hardy was honored with a lifetime achievement award from New Orleans and Company — the event recognized his long career and contributions to the local arts scene today. Fox 8
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A new report from Louisiana Kids Matter (an education group) found that the state’s decades-old school funding system did not send enough aid to schools with high needs. State officials, including Superintendent Cade Brumley, called the proposed changes unworkable during a private meeting last month. NOLA.com
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Compass real estate agents Priscilla Morse and Franco Santiago in Mandeville update their office sign on North Causeway Boulevard every week with witty jokes that draw feedback from thousands of daily drivers. NOLA.com
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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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Andre Bohren Performance
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Ellis Marsalis Center for Music — $15 General Admission, $45 Reserved, $5 Student Tickets — Experience an evening of diverse musical talent from lifelong musician Andre Bohren.
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Fund 17's Living Like Water| Immersive Experience Community Day
The Living Like Water Immersive Experience Community Day is a one-day gathering connecting New Orleans entrepreneurs, environmental leaders, land stewards, and workforce partners around climate resilience, public health, and emerging economic opportunities. Through a panel conversation, hands-on demonstration, and networking experience, the event is designed to bring direct access to the people, industries, and ideas shaping the future of the Gulf South.
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Britney Chauntae Live Performance
4:30-6 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Free performance — Experience the powerful vocals of Britney Chauntae in an enchanting happy hour concert.
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Christian Fellowship Picnic at Longue Vue
1-3 p.m. — Longue Vue House and Gardens — $20 for Non-Members + $15 garden entry — Enjoy a leisurely afternoon of blooms, picnic, and meaningful discussions with fellow Christians.
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Anareta's Send-Off Party
9:00 p.m. — Siberia — $12.47 — Enjoy a double set by Anareta and a special opening by The Bomb Pulse for Sarah's send-off party.
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ARANKAI Concert featuring buffalo_farm
2 p.m. — House of Blues New Orleans — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying trap metal concert with buffalo_farm at this iconic venue.
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Carnival City - A New Orleans Vaudeville Variety Show
8-10 p.m. — The Howlin' Wolf — Tickets from $24.94 — Experience mind-boggling comedy mentalism with The Joker in a night of laughter and amazement.
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The Dø Concert at Tipitina's
5:15-8:15 p.m. — Tipitina's — Ticket required — Experience an evening of folk music with The Dø in vibrant New Orleans.
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