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New board members at Operation Restoration, KID smART
Operation Restoration, a New Orleans-based organization that supports justice-impacted women and girls, has appointed three members to its board of directors. Sandra Diggs-Miller is vice president of external affairs for Entergy New Orleans. She earned a bachelor's in criminal justice and sociology from Radford University, a master's in business administration from Tulane University’s A.B. Freeman School of Business and a law degree from Loyola University School of Law.
Drew Brees Brings Pickle N Pins to Metairie
METAIRIE, La. — New Orleans area residents who enjoy racket sports can rejoice: Drew Brees has opened Pickle N Pins in Metairie. For those who don’t know, padel is a popular new sport that merges elements of tennis and squash. Many new apartment and retail developments in the United States, Europe and Mexico include areas to play the sport. Target has even launched its own collection of mix-and-match apparel and accessories.
Khalen Saunders on defending the Saints' new offense: 'I hate it'
When asked how he felt about trying to stop the run against the new offensive system, Khalen Saunders bluntly replied that, “I hate it.”. When the New Orleans Saints hired Klint Kubiak this offseason, it was viewed as major addition because it brings a modern offense to New Orleans. Kubiak’s system is derived from the same roots as Kyle Shanahan’s wildly successful San Francisco 49ers system, which relies more heavily on pre-snap movement and misdirection during the play than Sean Payton’s playbook.
This Week in BR: Tarot & Tea, Yoga, Lantern Festival
Have a pressing question on your mind? Need spiritual guidance? La Divina is offering free tarot readings by Vaudeville Entertainment's Roxanne LeBlanc from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. These readings are best served with a steaming cup of tea in one of the 12 flavors the cafe offers. Or, if the reading didn’t go as well planned, La Divina is offering a “Two Wines for $9” special.
Zach Bryan Fan Runs Onstage to Meet Him Mid-Set [Watch]
One fan who came to see Zach Bryan in New Orleans, La. just couldn't wait to see the singer during a meet and greet or during his walk-off after the show: He hopped right on stage to meet the star in the middle of a set. Fan-captured video shows how...
Three risers and one standout faller from the Pelicans Summer League
Despite just one double-digit loss, the Pelicans Summer League team finished as one of three winless teams (Atlanta and Milwaukee). Now that Summer League has concluded, it's time to focus on the regular season. New Orleans star-studded starting lineup will look to maintain health in hopes of chasing playoff success. Despite the talented top-end of their roster, the Pelicans have struggled to maintain winning when injuries pile up, especially to stars Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram.
Gonzales students receive free school supplies and uniforms ahead of upcoming school year
GONZALES - Students enjoyed music, splash pads, snow-balls and free school supplies Saturday at the Ascension 4 Youth Fest Back to School Bash. Oxy Petroleum sponsored the event and provided kids with backpacks, supplies and uniforms — all for free. Council member Chase Melancon, who also works with Oxy,...
Manhunt called off after woods search Sunday morning
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - The East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Office is clearing search perimeters in Central. They were looking for a man who reportedly ran off while being questioned about a domestic dispute. Central Police were assisting the sheriff’s office in the investigation that reportedly started around...
Church gives away 100 backpacks full of school supplies at back-to-school bash
BATON ROUGE - More than 100 backpacks filled with school supplies were given out during the Crusade Christian Center's back-to-school bash Saturday afternoon. Pastor Jed Brumfield and his wife Sha'Myra said they hosted the event at BREC's Narin Drive Park to give kids what they need to start school and bring the community together.
New Orleans Saints sign former Alabama prep standout
Former Florence High School standout Chandler Brewer returned to the NFL on Saturday with the New Orleans Saints. The Saints announced their signing of the offensive tackle while waiving guard Nouri Nouili, an undrafted rookie from Nebraska. Brewer joins New Orleans’ training-camp roster after offensive tackle Ryan Ramczyk went on...
Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee missed practice with a foot injury
IRVINE, Calif. — Second year defensive tackle Bryan Bresee was not in attendance for New Orleans Saints training camp practice Saturday, and coach Dennis Allen said he sat the session out with a foot injury. Allen did not expand upon the nature or severity of the injury, or how...
United States Beach volleyball favorites Olympic competition times
NEW ORLEANS — A New Orleans native is competing for gold in the Beach Volleyball competition. Kristen Nuss and her teammate, Taryn Kloth, will compete in multiple rounds of competition in hopes of making it to the final round for gold. They secured their first win in a preliminary...
Tiger backup quarterback named latest LSU football “Freak of the Week”
With fall camp being just around the corner, LSU football most recently named backup quarterback Rickie Collins as the latest “Freak of the Week,” honoring his efforts throughout summer conditioning. LSU football backup quarterback Rickie Collins honored as latest “Freak of the Week”. The future is bright...
Injuries Strike Saints, Chargers Stars
Training camp is underway for all 32 teams, signaling that football is approaching. However, the return of football also means the return of injuries, and the Saints and Chargers already had two major scares with some of their best players. For New Orleans, star cornerback Marshon Lattimore left practice with a hip flexor injury, while Chargers offensive tackle Rashawn Slater left practice early with an undisclosed injury.
50 Cent and Keith Sweat Engage in Fiery Exchange
50 Cent and Keith Sweat had engaged in a fiery exchange over the singer's scheduled appearance at 50's Humor & Harmony Weekend and Keith's upcoming New York City event. 50 Cent and Keith Sweat got into a heated argument on Instagram over the singer's scheduled appearance at 50's Humor & Harmony Weekend event in Shreveport, Louisiana on Aug. 8-11. Sweat is supposed to perform at the 50 Cent & Friends Concert on Aug. 10, but it might not happen now.
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