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Saturday, November 15th, 2025
Good morning, New Orleans. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 15th of November.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ CityBusiness marked its 27th Women of the Year awards by naming Cate Swinburn as the overall honoree for her work with YouthForce NOLA—an organization that helps public school students succeed. The publication also recognized nonprofit leaders and ICON Award winners for their roles in boosting local service and economic progress. New Orleans City Business
- ➤ The Barnett, a 234-room hotel at 600 Carondelet Street in the Warehouse Arts District, has completed a full renovation that upgraded guest rooms, a remodeled lobby, dining spaces, and a refreshed rooftop pool and bar—features reflecting a fresh design with local art and modern touches. Owned by The Domain Companies and managed by HRI Hospitality, the hotel is now part of JdV by Hyatt and will host a summer concert series featuring local pianists. Biz New Orleans
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Susan Larson interviewed Walter Isaacson about his new book The Greatest Sentence Ever Written and featured a lineup of literary events at Words and Music: A Literary Feast in New Orleans running until November 22 at the AndreCailloux Center. Isaacson will sign his book at Garden District Book Shop on November 29 — and other authors will present talks and readings through early December. WWNO
- ➤ In 1960, Leona Tate, Gail Etienne, Tessie Prevost, and Ruby Bridges became some of the first Black students to integrate New Orleans schools, marking a key moment in the city's civil rights history. WWL-TV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Diageo North America is expanding its Learning Skills for Life program in New Orleans to offer free hospitality training and job readiness courses for underrepresented communities—partnering with NOCHI and local groups as demand grows with the Bayou Classic and holiday season. The four-week course teaches mixology and customer service skills to help participants secure work in the busy service industry. Biz New Orleans
- ➤ According to Bloomberg, the New Orleans stock market is showing a trend toward clean energy and zero-emission logistics—drawing the attention of local investors. John O’Donnell from the Louisiana Clean Energy Fund said capital shifted toward energy diversification over the past year—supporting a growing focus on clean energy investments. Biz New Orleans
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Calvin Mackie, founder and CEO of STEM NOLA, won the 2025 ASME Ralph Coats Roe Medal for outstanding contribution—he started the program with $100,000 to offer free Saturday morning STEM events that use project-based learning for grades K-12. He delivered a keynote address in Memphis after receiving the honor. NOLA.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Louisiana Department of Health announced that full SNAP benefits will resume next week + recipients who received only 65% during the federal shutdown will get the remaining 35% on their regular distribution day. New Orleans City Business
- ➤ Port NOLA officials said on November 14 that progress on the Louisiana International Terminal at Violet in St. Bernard Parish remains stalled due to a delayed Army Corps of Engineers permit review—rising costs and local opposition add pressure while the port and its commercial partners review projected costs and environmental impact assessments. They stressed that construction cannot begin until the permit is issued. NOLA.com
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans issued a boil water advisory for parts of New Orleans East after a water main break dropped pressure below 20 psi and water quality teams began testing samples with results expected within 24 hours. Residents should boil water for one minute before use and use bottled or boiled water for drinking and cooking – officials said they will notify once the advisory is lifted. WWL-TV
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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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Kyle Roussel Performance
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Ellis Marsalis Center for Music — Check the event page for ticket details — Celebrate New Orleans piano traditions with a live performance.
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Jon Cleary Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Chickie Wah Wah — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of live music with acclaimed artist Jon Cleary in a vibrant New Orleans venue.
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An Evening with Zack Feinberg and Paul McDonald
9-10:30 p.m. — Chickie Wah Wah — Tickets starting at $32.61 — Enjoy an unforgettable night of music with talented artists in a vibrant venue.
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Battle of the Badges Boxing 2025
7-10:30 p.m. — Pontchartrain Convention & Civic Center — Tickets available — Cheer on first responders in an exciting boxing competition for charity.
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Back to the Bowery - The Legend of CBGBs
8-9:30 p.m. — House of Blues New Orleans — Ticket prices vary — Experience a captivating musical journey through original tracks and beloved covers.
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Broadside Tailgate Picnic with Soul Brass Band
12-3:30 p.m. — The Broadside — Free entry — Experience the vibrant sounds of the Soul Brass Band in a festive tailgate atmosphere.
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Zebra's 50th Anniversary Tour
7:00-9:30 p.m. — Orpheum Theater New Orleans — Tickets available at ticketmaster.com — Celebrate New Orleans' own Zebra with an unforgettable performance.
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The Soul Rebels Brass Band Performance
11 PM-2 AM — Le Bon Temps Roule — Check for pricing — Experience the dynamic blend of hip-hop, soul, and jazz from one of New Orleans' top brass bands.
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