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Thursday, November 6th, 2025
Good morning, New Orleans. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 6th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ At the mid-October Louisiana Shrimp Festival and Shrimp Aid, every vendor served wild-caught Gulf shrimp that were verified with rapid DNA testing — a change from previous years when mislabeled imported shrimp were sold as Gulf-caught. New Orleans City Business
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ El Centro has announced that the 2025 La Cumbre Empresarial will be held on Nov. 8 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the University of Holy Cross—this free event will offer panel discussions, hands-on workshops, and networking to help Latino entrepreneurs grow their businesses. Biz New Orleans
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ French Quarter Festivals, Inc.—a longtime promoter of local traditions—has announced the 2025 lineup for Holidays New Orleans Style, which features a free concert at St. Louis Cathedral and a New Year’s Eve celebration at Woldenberg Park with live local music. Now in its 40th year, the event will also include festive decorations and special promotions to boost tourism during the winter season. Biz New Orleans
- ➤ Louisiana was named state of the year at JRNY America Awards in London last week because its tourism industry makes visitors happy — officials said this win shows the state's strong culture. New Orleans was called the best food city and Amtrak’s Mardi Gras Service to Mobile was also honored — officials noted the awards highlight our unique attractions. NOLA.com
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Credit Human is opening its sixth New Orleans financial health center in Gentilly at 5217 Elysian Fields Ave, Suite B, on Nov. 8 with a community event featuring a ribbon cutting with U.S. Rep. Troy Carter (10 a.m. to 1 p.m.) and live brass band performances. The center will offer one-on-one financial coaching to help residents manage money challenges and reduce stress. New Orleans City Business
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ New Orleans broke ground on a $32.4M project to upgrade flood resilience and restore the historic Willie Hall Playground at 4000 Roneagle Way on the McDonogh 35 campus—using funds from HUD and FEMA. The project includes an underground detention system designed to store up to 5 million gallons of stormwater and new athletic fields as part of the Gentilly Resilience District’s water management plan. New Orleans City Business
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ In Southeast Louisiana, coughs, sniffles and sore throats have increased as temperatures drop. LSU Health’s infectious disease expert Dr. MarkAllain Déry said RSV is the main cause while COVID numbers have stayed low and flu activity is expected later in January — putting infants and older adults at risk. WWL-TV
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ New Orleans restaurants will offer special Thanksgiving menus on Nov 27 with options ranging from traditional turkey to seafood feasts. Diners should reserve early as venues update their hours and specials—reservations can fill up quickly—ensuring a stress-free holiday meal. WWL-TV
- ➤ The famous Parkway Thanksgiving Po'boy is back every Wednesday in November at Parkway Bakery & Tavern with breadcrumb dressing, turkey meat, and cranberry sauce. All proceeds help fund cancer research and a $100 Skip The Line Ticket offers extra treats & benefits. WDSU
- ➤ Chef Tommy DiGiovanni previews Arnaud's revived Friday lunch, which now features Crabmeat Ravigote (a Creole-French dish) and other favorites after a 20-year break. WWL-TV
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The Orleans Parish School Board sold four surplus properties in a third auction for nearly $3M—$2.1M for the historic Rabouin School on Carondelet St and $400K, $120K, and $100K for sites in Algiers, the Lower Ninth Ward, and New Orleans East, which will boost future capital efforts. New Orleans City Business
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lakeshore and St. Paul’s secured their district titles last week, and in District 7-5A four teams—Chalmette, Northshore, Salmen and Slidell—are tied at 2-1 with Friday's games set to decide a shared title while Pope John Paul II hosts St. Helena in a matchup that could affect playoff seeding. NOLA.com
- ➤ Fair Grounds Race Course and Slots announced its 154th Thoroughbred racing season that will begin on November 20 and run through March 22 with live racing and events such as the Thanksgiving Classic on November 27 and the Clash of the Colleges on March 14. Venue upgrades will include a renovated paddock (featuring improved drainage and a coin fountain for charity) and an updated slot floor (with new carpeting and restrooms to be completed by year-end). Biz New Orleans
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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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Jon Cleary's Kitchen Sink Concerts featuring Pedro Segundo
7-10:30 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Not specified — Experience a dynamic night of live music with Jon Cleary and special guest Pedro Segundo.
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Object-Oriented Programming Training in C#
Nov 17-21 — RC Health Services New Orleans — $2250 — Enhance your coding skills with expert-led C# programming training.
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