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Thursday, December 11th, 2025
Good morning, New Orleans. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Over 1,800 Entergy customers lost power in Mid-City on Wednesday, Dec. 10 after a tree limb hit wires during trimming. Crews worked quickly + safely to restore service as they continue to update the situation. WDSU
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Registration is now open for New Orleans Entrepreneur Week 2026, set to run March 9-14 with workshops, networking events & keynote sessions; the first 200 registrants will earn access to the exclusive NOEW at Night celebration on March 13. New Orleans City Business
- ➤ NFIB state director Leah Long said small business owners feel more positive for 2026 after 2025’s gains from the permanent 20% small business function and insurance reform, even as they grapple with rising operating costs & labor shortages. Louisiana Radio Network
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Jefferson Parish officials updated Mardi Gras guidelines ahead of carnival season, changing what riders can wear and modifying marching club procedures to boost parade participation. WWL-TV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ JEDCO highlighted major economic and workforce wins at its 2025 Annual Luncheon on Dec. 4 in Kenner at the Pontchartrain Civic and Convention Center. Nearly 480 elected officials & business leaders gathered while Gulf Coast Bank & Trust presented the event. Biz New Orleans
- ➤ Saronic Technologies is investing $300M to expand its Franklin shipyard with 300,000 sqft of new production facilities & three new slips to create 1,500 direct jobs and support 3,270 roles; construction began in November and will finish by the end of 2026 with operations starting in 2027. Biz New Orleans
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of New Orleans earned its 2025 Tree Campus recognition from the Arbor Day Foundation, marking its fourth consecutive year building a greener campus. The award spotlights its efforts in tree care, community engagement + sustainability initiatives. Biz New Orleans
- ➤ Louisiana schools expanded tutoring and AI classroom tools, funded by nearly $6M in federal grants. The state Board of Elementary and Secondary Education voted Wednesday to allocate about $1M for platforms (including Amira, Khanmigo and Writable) and $4.87M for the Steve Carter Tutoring Program to 23 districts statewide. New Orleans City Business
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Community members and local business and religious leaders urged Jefferson Parish Council on Dec. 10 to oppose increased Border Patrol enforcement in Gretna. Protesters and Hispanic community representatives warned that the operation risks harming families and disrupting local commerce. Verite News
- ➤ Community, religious, and elected leaders gathered Wednesday, Dec. 10 at St. James Methodist Church on Ursulines Avenue to call for an end to federal immigration raids under operation Catahoula Crunch & to support local families. Advocates from social justice groups emphasized the need for community trainings on rights. Verite News
- ➤ Today, the U.S. government holds its first offshore lease sale in two years in the Gulf. Energy companies are drawn by the promise of more favorable policies (LSU Center for Energy Studies director Greg Upton) despite modest oil prices and high current production. WWL-TV
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ New Orleans home prices increased 3.8% in November while closed sales dropped 6.1% for 810 homes + mortgage rates remain favorable at 6.19% for a thirty year fixed loan. New Orleans City Business
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Jena High School’s undefeated Giants (13-0) will play in their first LHSAA state championship game tomorrow at 3:30 p.m. against defending champion Sterlington, drawing a large crowd from LaSalle Parish. Louisiana Radio Network
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Tank and The Bangas Live Performance
8-10:30 p.m. — Tipitina's — Check for ticket prices — Experience the vibrant sound of Tank & the Bangas blending soul, rock, hip-hop, and funk.
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December Holiday Book Party
8 PM – 12 AM — D'zara 1804 — Drinks on the house — Celebrate a year of reading in a dazzling winter wonderland atmosphere.
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Nutcracker Ballet Performance
2:00 – 3:30 PM — Orpheum Theater New Orleans — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting Nutcracker ballet performed by the New Orleans Ballet Theatre.
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Stanton Moore Trio Live Performance
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Ticket prices vary — Experience the infectious rhythms of Stanton Moore, a New Orleans native and renowned drummer.
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Leslie Odom, Jr. - The Christmas Tour
8-9:30 p.m. — Orpheum Theater New Orleans — Tickets available — Experience a magical evening of holiday music with award-winning artist Leslie Odom, Jr.
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The Soul Rebels Brass Band
11 PM – 2 AM — Le Bon Temps Roule — Cost Info Not Available — Experience the vibrant blend of hip-hop, soul, and jazz from one of New Orleans' most dynamic brass bands.
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Hotel Burgundy Concert Featuring My Beloved
8-11 p.m. — No Dice — Ticket prices vary — Experience the unique sounds of My Beloved with their hit song 'None Prevailed'.
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Indiana Pacers vs. New Orleans Pelicans
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Smoothie King Center — Ticket prices vary — Catch the thrilling NBA matchup as the Pacers battle the Pelicans.
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Caroling in Jackson Square
7-8 p.m. — Jackson Square — Free entry — Experience a festive New Orleans tradition with holiday caroling under the stars.
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Charmaine Neville Band Performance
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Check for cover charge — Enjoy the rich voice and warm personality of a beloved New Orleans entertainer.
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