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Winners were announced at trade conference Tales of the Cocktail
Tales of the Cocktail, one of the world’s biggest cocktail and spirits conferences, is underway in New Orleans. And as part of the festivities, the Tales of the Cocktail Foundation has shared the winners of the 2024 Spirited Awards, announcing the top picks in categories like best bartender, best bar team best cocktail menu and — the most prestigious of all — World’s Best Bar.
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.
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.
Local nonprofit offers free lead testing, water filters for New Orleans residents
The Water Collaborative of Greater New Orleans is offering free lead and copper testing to Orleans Parish residents to help them find out how much of the potentially harmful chemicals are in their water. The organization, a nonprofit that educates people on water management and advocates for equitable water policies in the region, is conducting the survey to assess how many homes across the city have water contaminated by lead and copper.
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.
New Orleans police investigating shooting that injured teen boy
NEW ORLEANS — New Orleans police are investigating a shooting at an unknown location involving a teenage boy. Police say the boy arrived at the hospital with a gunshot wound and is currently being treated. The New Orleans Police Department is investigating the exact time and location of the...
Tulane Women’s Basketball’s Rena Wakama leads Nigerian National Team as head coach at Paris Olympics
NEW ORLEANS – Tulane assistant women’s basketball coach Rena Wakama will lead the Nigerian National Women’s Team as the head coach at the Paris Olympics starting on Monday. The games start for the national team with pool play beginning on July 29 against Australia at 4 a.m....
Uncoventional country star Zach Bryan was intense, gracious during Superdome show
As Zach Bryan eased into “Quittin’ Time” late in his two-hour show Thursday at the Caesars Superdome, a stranger interrupted him. With the lights turned low, a young man from the audience managed to slip onstage, stroll right up to Bryan and offer a handshake. A baffled...
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.
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.
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...
JP Morrell: No longer cleaning up crap left behind; enforcing the ban on toilets, grills, and tents
The New Orleans City Council has voted to add to the banned items list for Mardi Gras parade goers. That now included tents, upholstered furniture, and personal portable toilets.
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