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Greetings Metairie! We're your go-to source for what's happening in town. Read on to get plugged in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • New life sentences handed down in Jefferson Parish quadruple murder case
  • Jefferson Parish deputy fired after misusing license-plate cameras for years
  • Know a local hero? They could be honored at Metairie's STAR gala

Today's riddle: Why do fish live in salt water? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 96 and low of 79 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 95, low: 79.
  • Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 95 and low of 80 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. New Orleans man gets 4 life sentences after pleading guilty to Metairie quadruple murder (fox8live.com) — Residents near Metairie are learning that a New Orleans man has received four life sentences for killing four people and wounding a fifth in a 2017 attack at a Jefferson Parish apartment complex. Prosecutors say he admitted to the stabbings and shootings during his retrial, which followed an earlier conviction overturned because the jury's verdict was not unanimous.
   

2. Jefferson Parish deputy fired for misusing Flock camera to track ex-fiancee's vehicle, Lopinto says (fox8live.com) — Metairie residents relying on Jefferson Parish deputies should know one deputy has been fired for misusing Flock license-plate cameras to track his ex-fiancee's car for years. Sheriff Joe Lopinto says the woman declined to press charges or call herself a victim, but he still deemed the policy violation serious enough to cost the deputy his job.
   

3. Louisiana nonprofit begins search for 2026 award winners (cenlanow.com) — A statewide sexual-violence nonprofit will bring its 2026 Champions of Change awards gala to The Balcony Ballroom in Metairie this November, highlighting advocates, survivors, and supportive organizations. Metairie residents can submit nominations through Sept. 13 and even attend or sponsor the event, which draws participants from 15 parishes across Central and South Louisiana.
   

4. 3 New Orleans-area schools among top 100 high schools in U.S. (wwltv.com) — Metairie's Haynes Academy School for Advanced Studies has been ranked 66th among all U.S. high schools and second in Louisiana, putting a local campus in truly elite national company. The story breaks down how U.S. News judged schools and where other New Orleans-area campuses landed on the list.
   

5. Colton Nussmeier impresses in his Archbishop Rummel debut (wgno.com) — High school football fans in Metairie saw a strong first look at new Archbishop Rummel quarterback Colton Nussmeier, who led two touchdown drives in a scrimmage against Ponchatoula. The Georgia commit, still learning Rummel's offense after a recent transfer, showed poise and accuracy while connecting with teammates like running back Coryan Hawkins and receiver Kirby Cade Jr.
   

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Ok Metairie! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Pepper makes them sneeze (Thank you Karla H. for sending it in!)
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