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Friday, May 15th, 2026
Good morning, New Orleans. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Louisiana’s casino revenue grew in 2025 as upgrades moved riverboat casinos onto land. Caesars New Orleans’s $435 million overhaul and a new casino in Bossier City helped boost state earnings well above the national average (with revenue up 10.4%). NOLA.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ ThriftCon was held on Saturday, May 9 at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center drawing over 7,000 shoppers who explored vintage finds, live music, and interactive activations that promoted sustainable fashion + increased New Orleans vendor sales by $1.2 million. WWL-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Calvin Mackie (engineer and educator) was named a 2026 Louisiana Legend by Friends of Louisiana Public Broadcasting at a gala in New Orleans today, where his work leading STEM programs was celebrated by local family and civic leaders. Biz New Orleans
- ➤ New Orleans Culinary & Hospitality Institute offers a free five-day bartending course called Diageo Learning Skills for Life that teaches classic cocktails (like daiquiri and Sazerac) and mocktails with free lunch and a ServSafe exam. Classes run monthly through year end to build skills and open job opportunities. WWL-TV
- ➤ Several women who graduated from the Adult Education Center in New Orleans reunited mid-May to share memories from the program that opened doors to office work; a documentary spotlighting their legacy at the French Quarter school is set for release in 2027. Fox 8
- ➤ The Education Scorecard ranked Louisiana first in reading growth and second in math growth from 2022 to 2025. Governor Jeff Landry said the results are a win for students and teachers, and Superintendent Cade Brumley noted that academic progress has exceeded pre-pandemic levels. Louisiana Radio Network
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Louisiana coastal experts urge reinvestment in science-based restoration to protect communities around New Orleans from rising seas and land loss, warning that canceling projects like the Mid-Barataria diversion risks worsening long-term challenges + undermines the Coastal Master Plan. The Lens
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Gentilly family received relief as Sewerage & Water Board crews began repairing a damaged pipe that leaked sewage into their yard for several months, with repairs ongoing today. WWL-TV
- ➤ Parish President Jaclyn Hotard canceled a screening of the award-winning documentary The Big Sea at St. John Theatre, which examined petrochemical impacts on local health. Local community members have sought legal review, arguing the decision violated First Amendment rights. Verite News
- ➤ New Orleans is considering a parcel-based stormwater fee that will require all property owners to help fund improvements to aging drainage & drinking water systems. The Water Collaborative is guiding the debate as it convenes residents and stakeholders on long-term infrastructure investments. Biz New Orleans
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Hotel Hope broke ground on its Hope Family Housing pilot project on Wednesday at 3931 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, constructing two duplexes with four units designed for seniors and single mothers—costing around $800,000 to help reduce waiting times for affordable housing. NOLA.com
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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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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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Yung Bleu Concert
7:00 – 8:30 p.m. — House of Blues New Orleans — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of melodic hip-hop with rising star Yung Bleu.
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Daisy Grenade & Vienna Vienna Concert
2 PM — House of Blues New Orleans — Check site for ticket prices — Enjoy an exciting concert with Daisy Grenade and Vienna Vienna at a lively venue.
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