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COLUMN: Is Louisiana ready to take the next step?
With the conclusion of Sun Belt Media Days in New Orleans earlier in the week, it is now time to look fully ahead to the start of the 2024 college football season. For Michael Desormeaux and the Louisiana Ragin Cajuns, that season will begin on August 31 inside a construction zone that is the future Our Lady of Lourdes Stadium when they host Grambling State.
IRS commissioner warning of IRS tax scam
NEW ORLEANS — A warning from the IRS commissioner to watch out for tax scams, as millions of returns were flagged this year. "This past filing season, we saw a significant spike in the number of people filing tax returns with exorbitant credit requests," IRS Commissioner Daniel Werfel said.
Leah Chase School hits enrollment milestone, despite doubts
New Orleans’ first direct-run school in nearly two decades cleared an important hurdle this week: Enrolling enough students. The new school, named for New Orleans chef Leah Chase, had 252 students registered as of Thursday. Another 30 kids are expected to attend, but still need to complete the enrollment process.
Keynote speakers announced for annual building materials convention
CHICAGO — This fall, North American Building Material Distribution Association (NBMDA) and the North American Association of Floor Covering Distributors (NAFCD) will host an educational program at the 2024 NAFCD + NBMDA Annual Convention, October 22-24, 2024, in New Orleans. A diverse slate of subject-matter experts will lead sessions designed to help conference attendees gain the insights needed to enhance operational efficiency, increase the bottom line, and ultimately, grow their business.
Heavy hitters in play as elite DL Jahkeem Stewart eyes midseason commitment
New Orleans (La.) St. Augustine defensive lineman Jahkeem Stewart is an elite talent in the class of 2026. The 6-6, 270-pound monster is ranked No. 10 overall by 247Sports. He's the No. 1 defensive lineman in the country and No. 2 prospect in Louisiana. On the recruiting front, Stewart can...
Youth golf league registration opens
The St. Charles Parish Department of Parks and Recreation is excited to announce its fourth season of youth golf through its partnership with First Tee Greater New Orleans. The program will return to Cypress Lakes in Ormond and has expanded to add programs at Grand Ridge in Willowdale. Children ages 5-13 are invited to participate […] The post Youth golf league registration opens appeared first on L'Observateur.
The Reading Life: Ayurella Horn-Muller
Susan Larson talks with Ayurella Horn-Muller about her fascinating new book, Devoured: The Extraordinary Story of Kudzu, the Vine That Ate the South. Here’s what’s on tap in the literary life this week:. The Friends of the Jefferson Public Library will hold a Box Sale of Children's Books...
Southern MS/AL/LA forecast for 7/26/24: More rain expected today
Happy Friday and the first day of the 2024 Olympics; I hope your week went well. For us on the Gulf Coast, the wet weather pattern that has been soaking the region for the past week is expected to continue for the next several days. Although our temperatures have been below average this past several days, our rainfall trends have been the same, with daily showers and thunderstorms. This trend is expected to continue as we approach the end of the month before a major shift in the weather pattern next week.
The Dallas Cowboys Should Trade Dak Prescott to the New Orleans Saints
While Cowboys fans may read the title and immediately rush to the comments section, I challenge everyone to hear the WHY behind a potential Dak Prescott trade for the Cowboys. We are preferencing that this article is A PREDICTION, not a REPORT!. CeeDee Lamb is another name that’s been thrown...
No more neutral ground tents, cookouts for Mardi Gras
The New Orleans City Council on Thursday approved new rules, and restrictions, on what’s allowed for Mardi Gras parade-going. The city council is trying to get a handle on people treating public space before and during parades like their back yard.
LIVE NBA News, Rumors On Lauri Markkanen, Zach LaVine & Brandon Ingram
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Richard’s Kitchen Store Ribbon-Cutting Celebrates New Chapter
Mark your calendars for the ribbon-cutting ceremony at Richard’s Kitchen Store on Thursday, August 8! This event marks the start of an exciting new chapter with new ownership and an updated showroom while celebrating the store’s continued legacy. Richard’s was established in 1977 and has grown into Louisiana’s...
Fleur-de-Links, July 26: Injury bug hitting the Saints early
Just two days into training camp and the New Orleans Saints have already suffered injuries to three players. The Black and Gold announced that they would hold two open practices in the Big Easy when they return from California, one at Tulane’s Yulman Stadium and the other at the Superdome.
Here are all the weekend events around New Orleans for July 26-28
It's a wet, wild and wonderful weekend in the Crescent City, with wedding bells ringing, back-to-school supplies flying and a chance to go under the waves. "Fins up!" The National Urban League heads to the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center Saturday for the COMMUNITY AND FAMILY DAY EXPO that will provide a day of fun, information and school supplies from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Information on topics including nutrition, fashion, beauty and building wealth will be part of the day, as well as performances by the Beyjorettes, Outrage and Jiggaerobics, plus legal advice, a Black-owned marketplace, college information and investing. Supplies for K-12 will be given away while items last. Find out more about the expo here.
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