Good morning, New Orleans.

ArcGNO has launched a hurricane preparedness campaign to raise funds for evacuating adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) during storms.

The funds will cover transportation, housing, meals, medications, and round-the-clock care (covering essential needs) as hurricane season intensifies.

Louise Post Ritter, a longtime Army nurse and local resident, will be celebrated by her surviving family at a luncheon this weekend in New Orleans as she turns 105.

Born in Altus (Arkansas), she is known for her bridge expertise and active faith at St. Dominic Church.

State Education Superintendent Dr. Cade Brumley urged local school district leaders to enforce clear rules and tough consequences for disruptive student behavior as schools prepare for the upcoming school year, warning that ongoing disruptions risk undoing progress made since 2019 (with new state anti-bullying measures in place).

Elaine P. Nunez Community College secured a $1 million Lowe’s Foundation Gable Grant to expand technical education programs and launch a new Plaquemines site this fall.

The funding will improve training facilities and introduce new degree programs in Construction Management and Construction Leadership at Chalmette.

City officials announced $97,500 in grants to 26 French Quarter businesses affected by over a year of construction on Decatur and St. Peter — many shop owners say the funds fall far short of covering their losses.

Mayor Helena Moreno announced Tuesday that the Canal Street Renaissance project began with a focus on public safety, infrastructure and code enforcement along Canal Street.

The plan will add arts, new retailers and better traffic flow over 15 blocks from Claiborne to the river — boosting downtown life.

Port NOLA has announced Brad Guilmino as its new VP of Finance and Innovative Delivery — a Louisiana native with 25 years of experience who will lead financial planning for key projects including the Louisiana International Terminal.

New owners of the Willows Apartments in New Orleans East have announced a $13M renovation starting next month to improve safety, provide tenant relocation assistance, and upgrade security measures across the 263-unit complex (with a two-year plan to restore full operation).

X Games Club New York won the inaugural MoonPay X Games League championship at Caesars Superdome—narrowly beating XC Tokyo by 10 points and claiming a $500K prize.

The event marked a historic day for local sports.

Former NBA star J.R. Smith began his golf tour debut at TPC Louisiana, teeing off at 9:10 a.m. on Tuesday, July 28.

The tournament continues today with a 46-player field & an $8,000 prize for the winner.

The New Orleans Saints announced a yearlong 60th season celebration that begins with training camp at the Ochsner Sports Performance Center (and Tulane University) and includes special merchandise, fan experiences, digital highlights, and community events.

The activities, partnered with Entergy and Ochsner Health, will roll out throughout the NFL season.

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.