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Shannon Denney, Neighbor

Hi there, New Orleans! I'm here in your inbox today to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on around town. Hope you all have a great day.I'll get right to it.

First, today's weather:

A t-storm; winds subsiding. High: 87 Low: 77.

Here are the top stories today in New Orleans:

  1. New Orleans police are currently investigating a Monday afternoon shooting in Gentilly that left one male victim injured with a gunshot wound. Police arrived on scene to St. Roach avenue just before 4 o'clock and the man was later transported to the hospital. (WDSU New Orleans)
  2. New Orleans Public Libraries are launching a new locally-sourced music streaming service. 'Crescent City Sounds' aims to help bring more recognition to NOLA's vibrant, but sometimes inaccessible, music culture. (WWNO)
  3. A New Orleans mother and her 3-year-old daughter have been reported missing after being last seen leaving South Roman St on Saturday heading towards Kenner in a 2010 Nissan Altima but they never arrived at their destination. (WDSU New Orleans)

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Today in New Orleans:

  • Yoga with a Vue at Longue Vue House and Gardens (9:30 AM)
  • Queen Nefertari at Night at the New Orleans Museum of Arts (6:00 PM)
  • The NOLA Project's Treasure Island at the New Orleans Museum of Arts (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

  • Looking to switch up your career path? See who's hiring throughout New Orleans! (New Orleans Patch)
  • The New Orleans Metro area should prepare for possible flooding this week as forecasts predict minor threat levels of heavy rainfall. (WDSU New Orleans)
  • The New Orleans Family Justice Center is hosting yoga and self-care parent/child art group today and drop ins are welcome! (Facebook)

You're officially in the loop for today. I'll see you around!

— Shannon Denney

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