Good day New Orleans! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
Also on today's calendar: Men, Women & Children's Health and Wellness Fair and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: What do you call cows dancing in the dark 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. New Orleans residents oppose tax hike but say it may be necessary (fox8live.com) — New Orleans homeowners could see higher property tax bills next year as city leaders weigh a millage roll forward to help close a $220 million deficit. Residents say they're frustrated but recognize the need for revenue, while the City Council plans an October 29 public meeting and additional town halls to debate alternatives and possible budget cuts.
2. As one cultural landmark closes, Ashé bets on community and future of Oretha Castle Haley Blvd (wwltv.com) — If you live in New Orleans, big changes are coming to Oretha Castle Haley Boulevard as the Southern Food and Beverage Museum closes while Ashé Cultural Arts Center expands housing, health outreach, and a proposed AfroLuxe boutique hotel. Ashé is also seeking community input, submissions to The Black Papers through Sept. 30, and support for its Rooftop Gala and Festival in mid-October.
3. U.S. Marshals Task Force and Seattle SWAT Arrest New Orleans Murder Suspect (crweworld.com) — A man wanted by New Orleans police on a second-degree murder charge has been arrested in Federal Way, Washington, after a joint effort by U.S. Marshals and Seattle SWAT. Authorities say he'll be extradited back to New Orleans, underscoring how closely local detectives worked with national task forces to track him across the country.
4. New Orleans Artist Robin Barnes Showcases Sound, Flavor and Soul of Louisiana Culture Through New Docuseries, Discovering Home with Robin Barnes (bigeasymagazine.com) — New Orleans viewers can catch hometown singer Robin Barnes' new three-part docuseries, "Discovering Home," premiering October 4 at 8:30 p.m. on WLAE-TV and streaming on YouTube. The series culminates with an episode set in New Orleans, spotlighting local food, music, and family history, and features Barnes' collaborations with familiar city institutions and her Move Ya Brass community nonprofit.
Show off your photography skills and the sights around town! Click here to submit your Photo of the Day to Patch AM!
Add your event to our calendar and newsletter!
Want to see your event featured? Click here!
Other local events
Want to say something great about someone in town? Click here to submit your Shout Out to Patch AM! It's free!
Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
Thank you 👏👏👏 to these businesses for making New Orleans PatchAM possible:
Click here to show your appreciation! 💚
Want to see your business here? Click here to connect with local customers.
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
Ok New Orleans! 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!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Night Moo-s (Thank you John S. for sending it in!)
Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!
We use a combination of real people and machines to tell you what's happening around town. Learn more about Patch AM.
Sign up for free local newsletters and alerts for the
New Orleans Patch
Patch.com is the nationwide leader in hyperlocal news.
Visit Patch.com to find your town today.