Good morning, New Orleans.

Raven PMG, a Bywater firm, builds pop-up experiential marketing setups for national events like Lollapalooza plus festivals and brands; the company, which grew sharply after the pandemic, will debut a free airbrush station this summer from its Montegut Street workshop.

New Orleans Redevelopment Authority partners with the City to launch a $400,000 Food Business Microgrant program that supports shared-use commissary kitchens for local food entrepreneurs.

A virtual outreach session will be held on July 15 at 2:00 p.m. & applications are due Aug. 3 with notifications starting Aug. 14.

Air Products canceled its carbon capture project and a major clean energy initiative was shelved as Louisiana’s energy policies shifted — Gov. Landry paused new carbon injection permits in 2025, raising concerns that the industrial boom fueled by low-carbon investments may slow amid market uncertainty.

The National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning on Sunday, Jul.

5 until 5:30 p.m. as heavy thunderstorms dumped rain on low-lying areas, prompting minor flooding across New Orleans and nearby communities.

Entergy Louisiana reported more than 11,000 customers without power in Jefferson, St. Bernard, St. John, Washington and Tangipahoa parishes as heavy rain and storms moved in.

No estimate for power restoration was provided.

Clearview City Center in Metairie began demolition last week and will be redeveloped as a mixed-use complex featuring new shops, restaurants, and apartments.

The Richards family has signed a lease with a major national retailer as plans to complete the $100 million overhaul by November move forward.

Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons Tribute

6:30-7:45 p.m. — The Sazerac House — Tickets required — Experience a magical candlelight concert featuring the music of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons in a stunning venue.

Teena May - Happy Hour Concert

4:30-6 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Free entry — Enjoy original alt-Country and Folk music from the talented Teena May and her band.

FLYLEAF with Lacey Sturm Concert

1 PM — House of Blues New Orleans — Ticket info available — Experience the hard-hitting sound of Flyleaf live with Lacey Sturm.

Clarence Johnson III Performance

6:30-8:00 p.m. — Ellis Marsalis Center for Music — $5-$45 — Experience the captivating jazz virtuoso Clarence Johnson III live on stage with special ticket pricing options.

Davell Crawford Live Performance

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Ticket info not provided — Experience the soulful sounds of the 'Piano Prince of New Orleans' in an intimate jazz setting.

A Taste of Napa: An Evening with Treasury Wine Estates

7-9 p.m. — Hilton New Orleans Riverside — Free parking — Experience guided tastings featuring distinguished California wines paired with delicious dishes.

Colombia Nola Fest 2026

3-10 p.m. — The Broadside — Kids up 12 Free entry — Celebrate Colombia's culture with live music, dance, and delicious food.

Tim Laughlin Performance

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Check venue for entry fee — Experience master clarinetist Tim Laughlin as he brings New Orleans jazz alive with original compositions and fresh takes.

2026 X Games in New Orleans - Friday

4:00-8:30 PM — Caesars Superdome — Check event page for details — Experience three days of elite action sports at the MoonPay X Games Championship.

Alfred Banks Live Performance

7-9:30 p.m. — One Eyed Jacks — $17.15 GA — Experience a night of captivating music from Alfred Banks in the heart of New Orleans.