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Monday, November 3rd, 2025
Good morning, New Orleans. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 3rd of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Women farmers in Lower Coast Algiers are transforming a remote, permit-free area near downtown into a thriving farming hub—Kelly Cahill runs a one-woman poultry operation while other growers sell produce and citrus to local markets. NOLA.com
- ➤ Dozens of cyclists will ride a 10-mile loop through New Orleans neighborhoods on Sunday starting at The Broadside at 11:00 a.m.—registration opens at 10 a.m. Participants must sign a waiver with an optional $10 donation and can rent bikes or use free Blue Bikes for the first three hours—an after-party and silent auction will follow the ride. WWL-TV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ New Orleans newlyweds Victoria and Durand Louis lost four horses in a barn fire at Lewis Stables in Slidell on November 1—hours after marrying on Halloween—with firefighters still investigating the cause. Fox 8
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Gay LeBreton, managing partner of Chaffe and Associates, recalled the firm’s role during a major bank crisis and said she remains upbeat about south Louisiana’s growing industrial projects and M&A activity—her 50-year career shows steady adaptation to change. She noted that rising local investments and resilient banks will boost opportunities even as some corporate headquarters have left the area. NOLA.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The New Orleans Museum of Art hosted a tribute show for late jazz legend Lillian Boutté that raised funds for the Musicians’ Clinic she supported for years—emphasizing her lasting impact on the local music scene. WWL-TV
- ➤ Krewe de Mayahuel held its annual Day of the Dead procession in Bywater and St. Roch today—honoring loved ones and the late artist Eliot Brown. WWL-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Hospice House near Slidell welcomed its 500th patient last month and marked 11 years of offering dignified end-of-life care. After a five-month closure due to health department challenges, the nonprofit is serving patients again and plans to break ground for a second location on Lee Road in Covington in early 2026 — a move sustained by community fundraising. NOLA.com
- ➤ After weeks of negotiation and warnings that patients might lose coverage for specialized services, LCMC Health and UnitedHealthcare reached a verbal agreement to keep services in-network. The temporary deal extends coverage until Nov. 7 for employer-sponsored commercial plans—patients with Medicare or Medicaid plans continue to have access to care. WWL-TV
- ➤ The Crescent City Farmers Market has launched a monthly Marketeers Club to help kids eat their vegetables — the program includes $5 birthday vouchers to reward healthy eating. WWL-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The New Orleans Saints fell to the Los Angeles Rams 34-10 in Inglewood, Calif, leaving them 1-8 this season; the team will travel to the Carolina Panthers on Sunday, Nov. 9. WWL-TV
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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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The Soul Rebels Concert
10 PM – 1 AM — DBA — Ticket prices vary — Experience a vibrant night of music with The Soul Rebels, known for their dynamic performances following collaborations with major artists.
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Resuscitation Science Symposium 2025
November 8-9 — New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center — Registration required — Explore cutting-edge research and practices in critical care and emergency cardiovascular care.
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Kimya Dawson and Friends Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Broadside — $20 at the door — Experience a night of soulful music from acclaimed artists blending folk, pop, and personal narratives.
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Stanton Moore Trio Performance
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Ticketed event — Experience the infectious drumming style of Stanton Moore, a New Orleans native and renowned performer.
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Craft Comedy Night at Nola Brewery
7-9 p.m. — NOLA Brewing & Pizza Co. — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of laughter with top local and visiting comedians hosted by Jorge Velazquez.
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Andy Bell Live in concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Orpheum Theater New Orleans — Tickets available — Experience the electrifying performance of Andy Bell, renowned solo artist and half of Erasure, in New Orleans.
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Acoustic Alchemy Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — New Orleans Jazz & Blues Market — Ticket info available — Enjoy soothing acoustic sounds from Acoustic Alchemy in a vibrant jazz setting.
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Vintage Fest
12:00 – 1:30 p.m. — House of Blues New Orleans — Early entry options available — Enjoy a vibrant celebration of vintage culture with all ages welcome.
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~ Benjamin Franklin
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