Good morning, New Orleans.

JEDCO (Jefferson Parish Economic Development Commission) is financing redevelopment projects that transform aging commercial properties into business hubs.

Perrier Esquerré Contractors opened a new 11,400 sqft headquarters on July 17, highlighting a trend that will drive future economic growth.

Tank and the Bangas performed a free album release event at Peaches Records today, celebrating the launch of "The Last Balloon" with an intimate live set, meet-and-greet, and album signing.

Fans enjoyed a special homecoming performance plus a chance to connect with the multi-Grammy-winning group at their local venue.

Southern University at New Orleans professor Haitham Eid delivered an inaugural lecture at the King Tut Ankh Amun Gallery at the Grand Egyptian Museum on April 8 and spoke at additional venues as part of the State Department Speaker Program, sharing how museums unite communities & inspiring a study abroad program to Egypt in October.

The New Orleans Jazz Museum will host Satchmo Summerfest on Saturday, Aug.

1 and Sunday, Aug. 2. The free, cashless event features 27 local and national bands playing traditional New Orleans and Dixieland jazz, with music starting at 11:30 a.m. Saturday and noon on Sunday.

Livingston-based Epic Piping (a recent sale) was sold to a Houston private equity firm amid a trend of local industrial deals as several Louisiana companies sell to buyers with growing energy and construction projects.

Experts say more sales are coming soon.

Southern University professor Haitham Eid lectured at the Grand Egyptian Museum on April 8 and engaged at the Arab Academy for Science, Technology, and Maritime Transport as part of the U.S. Department of State Speaker Program + sharing insights on museums as civic spaces.

Today, dangerous heat is expected to persist in New Orleans with highs near 96 (humid conditions could push feels-like temperatures to 108).

Temperatures will climb further on Tuesday and Wednesday as record-breaking heat looms, while rain later in the week should bring some relief.

Tulane’s new Unified Green project is uniting campus greenspace with a stormwater detention system that holds 440,000 gallons to ease runoff pressure during heavy rains; construction began in April and is expected to finish next spring.

University officials say the project helps improve stormwater management & enhances campus life.

Unsheltered residents face dangerous heat as temperatures may reach 115°F this week.

City outreach distributes water and cooling supplies at libraries while the Office of Sustainability plans to plant 40,000 trees by 2030 — aiming to add shade and ease strain on those without shelter.

Opelousas native Wyatt Fontenot claimed his first X Games gold medal Friday at the New Orleans Best Whip competition (his fifth appearance) following a bronze at X Games Sacramento, and he plans to compete internationally in upcoming events.

Roman Harper (ESPN analyst and Saints legend) discussed LSU and Saints football at SEC media days in Tampa; voters picked Georgia as champion while Texas and LSU received key votes.

FLYLEAF with Lacey Sturm Concert

1 PM — House of Blues New Orleans — Tickets required — Experience an electrifying concert by Flyleaf featuring Lacey Sturm in a vibrant music venue.

New Orleans Suspects Live

9:00 – 10:30 PM — Tipitina's — Check their website for ticket prices — Experience a night of captivating music from the New Orleans Suspects at the iconic venue.

Satchmo Summer Fest

11:30 a.m. – 8 p.m. — New Orleans Jazz Museum — Free entry — Celebrate the legacy of Louis Armstrong with live music and food in an iconic cultural venue.

Greg Mendez Live Performance

9:00 – 10:30 PM — Siberia — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of indie-rock with Philadelphia's own Greg Mendez.

Hot 8 Brass Band Performance

Aug 9-10 — The Howlin' Wolf — Ticket prices vary — Experience the unique fusion of funk and brass from this Grammy-winning ensemble.

Billy Iuso Concert

8 p.m. — Tipitina's — Free entry — Celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Free Fridays Concert Series with live music.