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Saturday, October 25th, 2025
Good morning, New Orleans. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 25th of October.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ After a large explosion fire on Aug. 22 closed Smitty’s Supply in Roseland and led to the shutdown of U.S. 51 and LA 10, the company reopened today with help from Gov. Landry, the DOTD + Tangipahoa Parish officials who cleared ditches and prepared roadways for local residents. Fox 8
- ➤ The Omni Royal Orleans opened its new coffee shop Fifi Parée—designed with French influences that blend local flavor and honor early aviation history—in the hotel lobby in the French Quarter. Open daily from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., the café offers specialty beverages, pastries, and grab-and-go items as part of the hotel's renovation set to finish by early 2026. Biz New Orleans
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Krewe of Boo Halloween parade takes place today at 6:30 p.m.—starting at Elysian Fields and winding through the French Quarter on Decatur Street and Canal Street. WWL-TV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Port of New Orleans announced that the U.S. Department of Commerce approved its request to extend FTZ No. 2 into St. Tammany Parish, boosting investment, trade, and job growth in Southeast Louisiana— the zone now covers over 30 designated sites across four parishes. The expansion will improve global trade links and attract manufacturers to the region. New Orleans City Business
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A documentary film on New Orleans’ switch to charter schools after Hurricane Katrina will premiere on Oct 27 at 7:45 p.m. at the Broad Theater during the New Orleans Film Festival + it digs into reform efforts and the controversy over school closures and teacher layoffs. NOLA.com
- ➤ Local schools are hosting a series of open houses for prospective students and their families, with events starting on Oct.29 at Kenner Discovery Health Sciences Academy and continuing at Morris Jeff Community School, Warren Easton, Willow School, Benjamin Franklin High, and New Orleans Military and Maritime Academy – these events offer campus tours, teacher meetings, and registration details. Additional opportunities include a benefit tennis tournament at St. Mary’s Dominican, a JFK High 50th reunion, and scholarship application deadlines for local graduates. NOLA.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Jeff Landry announced Oct. 22 that if the shutdown continues, SNAP benefits for nearly 800,000 low-income residents will be paused next month, raising concerns about food insecurity—local food vendors and community groups are already exploring alternative solutions. Verite News
- ➤ C.C. Antoine served as a soldier, businessman and newspaper editor before being elected Louisiana's 13th lieutenant governor in 1872—his leadership during Reconstruction helped shape state politics. He led Black soldiers in the Civil War and later formed a civic group that challenged segregation laws. Verite News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Tulane University’s Anita Raj, PhD—who works in public health and stops violence—was elected to the National Academy of Medicine on Oct. 20 because her work shows a big impact on keeping people healthy. Biz New Orleans
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A historic Uptown New Orleans home at 5320 Dryades St.—built in 1909 and renovated in 2020—sold for $2,050,000 on Oct. 15. The five-bedroom property features antique details, modern upgrades, a third-floor guest suite, and secure gated parking on an oversized lot. New Orleans City Business
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Caesars Superdome in New Orleans has been named the most haunted NFL stadium by Pickswise.com—George Rogan noted that its 50-year history and close proximity to St. Louis Cemetery have contributed to its ghostly reputation, and he linked the spooky status to a controversial call during a 2018 NFC Championship game. This finding adds an eerie twist to the legacy of the Saints' home venue. Louisiana Radio Network
- ➤ The New Orleans Pelicans signed 37-year-old center DeAndre Jordan to a one-year, $3.6M deal to boost their frontcourt as injuries to Kevon Looney, Karlo Matkovic, and day-to-day Yves Missi forced them to waive guard Jaden Springer + the team now seeks veteran depth. Fox 8
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World Ballet: Cinderella
6-7:30 p.m. — Orpheum Theater New Orleans — Tickets required — Witness the enchanting tale of Cinderella brought to life by the World Ballet Company.
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Boston Celtics vs. New Orleans Pelicans
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Smoothie King Center — Tickets starting at $12 — Catch the action as the Celtics take on the Pelicans in an exciting NBA matchup.
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Alexandra Kay Concert
7:00 – 8:30 PM — House of Blues New Orleans — Tickets from $42 — Catch live music from rising star Alexandra Kay at this local venue.
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Pete Sawyer & The Left Hand Monkey Wrench Gang
10:00-11:30 PM — Toulouse Theatre — Ticket info not provided — Experience a high-energy tribute to the Grateful Dead from a rising California band.
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Lisa Fischer Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — New Orleans Jazz & Blues Market — Ticket info available — Experience the powerful voice of Grammy-winning artist Lisa Fischer accompanied by Grand Baton.
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Anne Rice Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Orpheum Theater New Orleans — Tickets available — Experience high-energy performances and crowd interaction at an unforgettable concert.
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Sue Foley Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — New Orleans Jazz & Blues Market — Check venue for pricing — Experience the soulful sounds of an acclaimed blues musician transforming your night into a classic Texas roadhouse vibe.
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z-PAX Connect at the LNHA Convention & Trade Show
November 3-5 — Hyatt Regency New Orleans — Registration required — Experience a lineup of educational sessions focused on improving quality care in nursing homes with an '80s theme.
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Jason Marsalis Performance
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Ellis Marsalis Center for Music — $15 General Admission, $45 Reserved Seating — Experience the dynamic rhythms of Jason Marsalis in an evening of jazz fusion.
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The Soul Rebels
11 PM – 2 AM — Le Bon Temps Roulé — Cost info not provided — Experience the vibrant sounds of the Soul Rebels in an iconic New Orleans music venue.
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