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Sunday, August 24th, 2025
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Good morning, New Orleans. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 24th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Reporter Aubry Killion found a nearly 20-year-old camcorder video showing his home flooded and damaged after Katrina, and he interviewed his parents in their rebuilt Lakeview house to recall lost belongings, mold, and harsh memories—evidence of New Orleans' drive to rebuild. WDSU
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters remain at Smitty’s Supply in Roseland, Tangipahoa Parish where an explosion occurred shortly before 1:00 p.m. Friday at a lubricant manufacturing facility with over 400 workers—authorities kept a one-mile evacuation zone and a three-mile temporary flight restriction while reporting no injuries. Louisiana Radio Network
- ➤ State police and parish officials provided an update at Saturday 10 am on their ongoing efforts to extinguish a massive fire at a Roseland chemical plant. WWL-TV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Over Memorial Day weekend, a power outage left Lost Coyote and other New Orleans businesses in darkness, stopping food preparation and digital payments during record-high temperatures. Local officials are urged to update Louisiana’s transmission grid to prevent future outages + boost business reliability as summer heat rises. The Lens
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ New Orleans police are searching for 77-year-old Brenda Hayward, who was last seen on Aug 22 at 1 p.m. on the 3400 block of Baldwin Street in a white t-shirt and black jogging pants, and she is 5'2, 163 pounds, and has dementia (she uses a cane or walker) as she has not been heard from since and officers ask anyone with information to call First District detectives at 504-658-6010. WDSU
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former LSU running back Trey Holly started for Southern University on Saturday in his HBCU debut against North Carolina Central—he transferred after sitting out the 2024 season due to legal issues that led to his suspension from LSU. WBOK
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Uptown Jazz Orchestra Performance
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant sounds of the Uptown Jazz Orchestra led by Grammy award-winning trombonist Delfeayo Marsalis.
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Louisiana District PCC Day Carnival Celebration
11 AM – 2 PM — Holiday Inn New Orleans-Downtown Superdome by IHG — Free entry — Celebrate Louisiana District PCC Day with games, food, and lively entertainment at the carnival.
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Irma Thomas Live Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Orpheum Theater New Orleans — Tickets vary — Experience the soulful sounds of the 'Soul Queen of New Orleans' in a captivating live performance.
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The Fixx Concert
8-10 p.m. — House of Blues New Orleans — Ticket prices vary — Experience the innovative sound of one of the most influential bands from the MTV era.
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Duo Dynamics Improv Comedy Workshop
3-5 p.m. — Big Couch New Orleans — Workshop fee applies — Explore the power dynamics and stakes in improv to enhance authenticity and create hilarious scenes.
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Figgy Baby Concert
9 PM – 1 AM — No Dice — Ticket required — Experience the unique blend of traditional rap and modern sounds with Figgy Baby and friends.
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Ellen Smith Concert
6:30-8 p.m. — Ellis Marsalis Center for Music — $15 General Admission, $45 Reserved, $3 for Seniors/SNAP — Experience the captivating voice of New Orleans native Ellen Smith live on stage.
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Bonsai Workshop at Skeeta Hawk Brewing
6-8 p.m. — Skeeta Hawk Brewing — Check venue for cost — Create your own bonsai tree while enjoying craft brews with friends.
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Black Joe Lewis & the Honeybears
9:00 – 10:30 PM — Tipitina's — Tickets starting at $34.41 — Experience a blend of desert blues and psychedelic rhythms that ignites the stage.
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HGF Pediatric Endocrine Education Day
1:30-6:30 p.m. — 210 State St, New Orleans, LA — Free entry — Dive into expert discussions on pediatric endocrine disorders with top specialists and catered meals.
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