Community Corner
🌱 LA To Give 10th Medical Marijuana Permit + Ian Unlikely To Hit NOLA
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Hi there, New Orleans! I'm here in your inbox this warm morning to get you caught up on everything you need to know about what's going on around town. In today's issue, you'll find...
- NOLA is in a good position for Tropical Storm Ian's path
- A new medical marijuana dispensary is coming to New Orleans
- Gun Violence in Marrero
But first, today's weather:
Times of clouds and sun. High: 90 Low: 70.
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Here are the top stories today in New Orleans:
- Applications for Louisiana's 10th medical marijuana permit for the state located in the New Orleans area is drawing high-profile applicants. Former Superintendent of NOPD, Tulane University, the Louisiana Democratic Party chair and former NFL Player Steve Gleason are all vying for the single chance to run NOLA's medical marijuana dispensary. (WBRZ)
- Tropical Storm Ian is expected to strengthen into a Category 4 as it enters the Gulf Coast though it remains unlikely that New Orleans will experience serious bad weather as a result. The storm is predicted to hit Florida and NOLA might experience strong winds later in the week in the aftermath. (FOX 8 Local First)
- Two people were found shot to death in vehicle parked outside a residence in Marrero on Saturday night. JPSO Deputies were called to the scene around 5:40 pm where they found a man and woman who had suffered gunshot wounds. (NOLA.com)
Today in New Orleans:
- Grab & Go Craft at Harahan Branch Library (1:00 PM)
- Tai Chi in the Sculpture Garden at the New Orleans Museum of Arts (6:00 PM)
- Start it Right Flow with Vibe Yard Yoga (6:00 PM)
From my notebook:
- The RTA is staffing transit ambassadors wearing purple t-shirts at their five new transfer hubs to help you find your new bus route this week! (Regional Transit Authority via Facebook)
- A new library on Jefferson Parish's West Bank will be named after Stanley Crosby, honoring his legacy as a local English teacher and activist. (NOLA.com)
- Fried Chicken Festival is returning to New Orleans for the first time since 2019 this weekend!(WDSU New Orleans)
Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Monday off right! I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow morning with a new update.
— Shannon Denney
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