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Gustav is Gone

New Orleans residents are back, and are working hard in the hotels, restaurants, shops, and clubs. Galatoire's, Commander's Palace, Bourbon House, Emeril's--all are open, along with most...

The New Orleans Airport Has Reopened and New Orleans is Expected to Have Full Power By Friday Afternoon

Things are rapidly getting back to normal in New Orleans. The airport opened this morning. Passengers are advised to check with their airline carrier for complete information. Full power is...

Update on Hurricane Gustav - Jefferson and St. Tammany Parishes are Open to Re-Entry

Jefferson and St. Tammany Parishes have been open for the return of all residents. However, New Orleans is still closed to return due to roadways blocked by fallen trees. and...

The City of New Orleans and the New Orleans Airport to Re-Open on Thursday

Mayor Ray Nagin announced that residents of New Orleans can return home on Thursday. However, the Mayor reminded citizens that many homes are without power and there are few...

Airport and Interstate Highway Information

The Louis Armstrong Airport in New Orleans is closed due to loss of power lines. An announcement is expected on Wednesday, September 3 is expected. I-49 is open, I-10 is...

Schools and Public Building Information After Hurricane Gustav

Here's the latest on schools and public building reopens. All schools in New Orleans and Jefferson Parishes are closed the rest of the week and will reopen on Monday....

"We Shall Not Be Moved" Video Premier

There are many events around New Orleans to commerate the third anniversary of Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans. One of the most significant is the premier of the "We Shall...

Free Thursday Concerts in Lafayette Square This Fall

This fall there will be music in Lafayette Square again. Those of us who never miss a Wednesday at the Square all Spring can rejoice. The free concerts will return...

Take a Cruise From New Orleans

If you love to cruise, why not spend a few in New Orleans either before or after a cruise? Cruise lines such as Carnival and Norwegian have ships that dock...

Mid-Summer Mardi Gras

If you are in New Orleans for the Labor Day weekend, Southern Decadence isn't the only party in town. The unconventional Mid-Summer Mardi Gras parade and ball will be rolling...

Gay and Lesbian Nightlife in New Orleans

Labor Day Weekend in New Orleans brings Southern Decadence. Southern Decadence is the Gay Mardi Gras and is a bigger than life, "not to be missed" event. There are...

Global Green Home in New Orleans

Global Green has opened the Holy Cross Model Home for tours. The Holy Cross neighborhood was hit hard by Hurricane Katrina. Now this historic neighborhood is on the verge...

Wine Down Wednesdays

The Ohm Lounge on St. Charles Avenue in the Central Business District offers free wine tastings on Wednesdays. Find out more....

Think New Orleans Isn't A Place To Bring The Kids On Vacation? Think Again!

Sure, you know about Bourbon Street and you may think you know New Orleans. But, if you've never seen the family side of New Orleans you are really missing something....

Eureka! I Made It Through White Linen Night"! Now On to Dirty Linen Night!

Of course, I always make it through. The issue is can I make it through without spilling anything on myself. (My usual is red wine). This year I made it...

Come Out On Saturday And Be A Part Of The "We Shall Not Be Moved" Project

This Saturday, August 9th (rain date is August 10th) from 10 am to 1 pm at Woldenberg Riverfront Park, the "We Shall Not Be Moved" project will hold a video...

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Like his other superb endeavors, John Besh's restaurant L

Start Your Weekend Off With the Satchmo Club Strut

The Satchmo Club Strut, an annual musical club crawl down Frenchmen Street, is a fund-raiser for the city's Jazz outreach program and is a great way to have fun, hear...

Swing Time

As part of Stars and Stripes Summer, you can learn to swing dance with professional dancers on Sundays through August at the National World War II Museum. World War II...

White Linen Night is This Saturday!

It's that time of year again. Time for one of the most fun events of the summer in New Orleans, White Linen Night. White Linen Night is always the first...