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Willie Mae’s, closed since 2023 fire, to bring back its fried chicken at new NOLA location
In 2023, Kerry Seaton-Stewart stood outside her restaurant Willie Mae’s Scotch House shortly after a fire had ripped through the beloved Treme institution and pledged that it would be back. She didn’t know at the time just how long or complex that journey would be. But now, she and...
New Orleans unveils first phase of $1.7M upgrade to Uptown/Carrollton playground
The large field at George Carver Playground isn’t officially a dog park, but the sports teams and recreation programs that took place there for years have long disappeared. “You don’t see a lot of kids playing there anymore. The kids are afraid of the dogs,” said neighborhood resident Reginald Tyler.
Funeral set for Jacquelyn "Jackie" Clarkson
NEW ORLEANS — A funeral for long-time Louisiana politician and New Orleans councilmember, Jackie Clarkson, will be held on Tuesday, Jul. 9. Clarkson's funeral service will be held at the St. Louis Cathedral at 2 p.m. On Monday, Jul. 8, visitation will be held at the WWII Museum, Freedom...
Who will perform when during the 2024 Essence Festival? See a rundown of each night
The 2024 Essence Festival of Culture takes over the Caesars Superdome from Friday through Sunday with a musical lineup that looks back while also looking ahead. This 30th anniversary Essence roster features legendary names alongside up-and-comers, including multiple performers from New Orleans. As of this writing, tickets were still available...
New Orleans’ Caesars casino to unveil a huge new cocktail lounge
The transformation of the former Harrah’s Casino into a Caesars property has been a giant construction project, marked by a new hotel tower rising above it and new restaurants from big-name chefs within. Right in the midst of it all, though, Caesars has also been quietly cooking up a big surprise.
Birdman celebrates 30-plus years of Cash Money Records at Essence Fest
In the early-’90s, brothers Bryan “Baby” Williams and Ronald “Slim” Williams saw an opportunity in New Orleans’ burgeoning bounce scene. It was economic — a chance to make a little money for themselves and others — and so they started a record label.
National World War 2 Museum in New Orleans offering half-priced entry for Louisiana residents in July
NEW ORLEANS — The National World War II Museum in New Orleans is offering half-priced admission for Louisiana residents throughout July. For visitors to receive the Louisiana Residents Month discount, they must present a valid Louisiana state ID at the Museum's ticketing counter from July 1 to July 31, the museum said.
Popular French Quarter restaurant closes, may reopen in Kenner
NEW ORLEANS — Popular French Quarter restaurant closed on Monday, but they may reopen at a new location. A contractor told WWL Louisiana that Country Flame closed and that the owners may open another restaurant at a different location. The contractor could not provide any other details. There were...
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