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Tuesday, November 25th, 2025
Good morning, New Orleans. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 25th of November.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Cessna that left Lakefront Airport lost contact with air traffic controllers over Lake Pontchartrain at 6:36 p.m. on Monday and was last seen about 4 miles north of the airport—while the Coast Guard launched a helicopter and a small boat to search for the missing plane. NOLA.com
- ➤ Slidell Fire Department confirmed one person died over the weekend from carbon monoxide poisoning caused by a generator running too close to the home & another person remains stable while officials urge residents to install detectors on every level. WDSU
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ First Solar opened its $1.1B solar panel plant in Iberia Parish, and it began making panels in July with over 700 workers — the plant uses AI to check panels and will add more jobs to reach 826 by year's end. It will add 3.5 gigawatts of capacity when fully ramped and boost the local economy by using American-made materials. Biz New Orleans
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A state-of-the-art music heritage center honoring New Orleans’ music culture is planned to open in a little over a year with an expected $6 billion economic impact over 30 years as officials decide its final location. Chairman Chris Beary said the project has bipartisan support — $28.5 million from the state and $1 million from the city — and a site contract is set to be signed this year. WWL-TV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ New Orleans was ranked 14th among America's top entrepreneurial regions in a national report by JPMorganChase and the Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center — the study mapped high-growth startup ecosystems across the nation. Biz New Orleans
- ➤ Louisiana's average Thanksgiving dinner price is $44.70 for an 11-item meal for about ten guests, which is nearly $10 less than the national average, according to Louisiana Farm Bureau spokesman Avery Davidson. Davidson explained that while turkey and stuffing costs dropped, prices for ham, sweet potatoes, and vegetables increased due to local production advantages. Louisiana Radio Network
- ➤ The Downtown Development District released its Q3 report showing Downtown New Orleans maintained steady growth with nearly $18 billion in property value and low retail and office vacancies—helping support ongoing projects in office, retail, housing, and hospitality. The report indicates that active development will continue to boost the area’s progress and overall market stability. Biz New Orleans
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Monique Guillory, the new president of Dillard University, is reshaping the school by changing top roles and adding programs — like AI training, arts scholarships, and enhanced mental health services — to respond to low enrollment and funding losses. She said these steps will modernize the historic HBCU and deepen its ties with New Orleans as it faces a demographic shift. NOLA.com
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ An unidentified lottery player in the New Orleans area won $4 million from a winning Louisiana Lottery scratch-off ticket purchased at One Stop Shop+ a gas station at 1919 Airline Drive in Metairie during Saturday’s drawing, making it the largest prize awarded in the state since at least September. NOLA.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Louisiana State Police are enforcing a French Quarter Enhanced Security Zone before and after the Bayou Classic on Saturday. The zone—covering Canal Street to St. Anne Street and between Royal and Dauphine Streets—prohibits backpack coolers, large bags, and non-emergency vehicles. WWL-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ VOASELA held a grand opening on Nov. 18 for Canal Pointe, its new family-centered treatment center at 1801 Canal St. The center offers 31 private rooms and integrated services — including behavioral health and case management — to let mothers and children stay together during recovery. Biz New Orleans
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The New Orleans Saints are working out veteran kicker Justin Tucker after he completed his 10-game suspension, while current kicker Blake Grupe has missed key field goals in a recent loss against the Atlanta Falcons. The Saints also have Irish kicker Charlie Smyth available and will play the Miami Dolphins this Sunday — a move aimed at improving a challenging season record. WDSU
- ➤ U.S. tennis star Coco Gauff surprised kids at Joe Brown Park in New Orleans East on Monday afternoon by leading a clinic for the A’s & Aces program. The park’s courts were updated with $110,000 from a USTA program launched after her U.S. Open win, and she cheered players during the games. NOLA.com
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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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PJ Morton Live Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Orpheum Theater New Orleans — Tickets available — Experience PJ Morton's Annual Black Friday Show in a captivating New Orleans venue.
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ACE Massage Cupping Workshop
Saturday-Sunday — New Orleans, LA — Pricing not specified — Enhance your massage skills with hands-on ACE Massage Cupping techniques led by Annie Garic.
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Hot 8 Brass Band Concert
10:30 PM – 12:00 AM — The Howlin' Wolf — Ticket prices vary — Experience the energetic fusion of funk, hip hop, and brass from the Grammy-winning Hot 8 Brass Band.
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James Jordan & The Situation Concert
6:30-8 p.m. — Ellis Marsalis Center for Music — $15 General Admission, $45 Reserved Seating — Experience soulful tunes with New Orleans vocalist James Jordan and his band The Situation.
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Nurse Blake: But Did You Die? Comedy Tour
8-9:30 p.m. — Orpheum Theater New Orleans — Tickets at Ticketmaster.com — Enjoy a night of laughter with Nurse Blake's comedic take on life in the medical field.
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Minnesota Timberwolves vs New Orleans Pelicans
7-8:30 p.m. — Smoothie King — Ticket prices vary — Witness an exciting clash on the court as the Pelicans take on the Timberwolves.
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Johnny Sketch & The Dirty Notes Live Performance
9:00-10:30 p.m. — Tipitina's — Tickets starting at $21.83 — Experience funk-infused rock with a twist from New Orleans' own Johnny Sketch & The Dirty Notes.
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Whitney Cummings Live
7-8:30 p.m. — Joy Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of laughter with comedian Whitney Cummings and her witty storytelling.
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