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Hello New Orleans! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Craving dessert? See what makes Ruthie's Frozen Custard stand out.
  • Thinking pizza tonight? See how Pizza Domenica really stacks up.
  • Why this hurricane season is so quiet for New Orleans so far

Also on today's calendar: Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why are elevator jokes so good ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Humid with a thunderstorm, with a high of 91 and low of 78 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Monday: An afternoon t-storm; humid, temps: high: 91, low: 77.
  • Tuesday: An afternoon t-storm; humid, with a high of 89 and low of 78 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Ruthie's Frozen Custard, New Orleans, LA Report #1071 (wordpress.com) — For a sweet finish close to home, this review spotlights Ruthie's Frozen Custard just off Freret Street in New Orleans, complete with its address and dining options. The writer describes creamy sundaes, playful indoor‑outdoor ordering choices, and why this neighborhood custard shop is worth a visit for locals exploring Freret's growing food scene.
   

2. Pizza Domenica, New Orleans, LA Report #1070 (wordpress.com) — If you're craving pizza in Uptown New Orleans, this firsthand visit to Pizza Domenica on Magazine Street walks you through the wood‑fired pies, meatball appetizer, and overall experience at this neighborhood spot. The reviewer especially praises the chewy crust and simple cheese pizza, and even tacks on a quick dessert recommendation nearby for locals exploring the area.
   

3. There were zero hurricanes this summer; the 2026 season is likely to make history (fox8live.com) — New Orleans residents are experiencing an unusually quiet 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, with no storms yet reaching hurricane strength and records possibly being broken if this continues past September 11. Forecasters credit strong El Niño–driven wind shear for suppressing development, especially outside the northern Gulf, and the National Hurricane Center sees no tropical formation in the near term. Still, the climatological peak of season remains ahead, so vigilance is advised.
   

4. 150M+ driver's licenses may be on dark web. Questions surround New Orleans cyber firm (wwltv.com) — A massive data breach involving more than 150 million driver's licenses may be tied to New Orleans-based identity-verification firm IDScan, now under FBI investigation by the New Orleans field office. While authorities haven't confirmed the source, cybersecurity researchers found links between stolen records and businesses using the company's technology, raising serious privacy and potential national-security concerns.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • ⚠️ LOCAL SCAM ALERT: Fake House/Cat-Sitting Job AdvertisementsHi neighbors, I wanted to warn everyone about a active job scam currently targeting people in our area on local ad boards.
    Someone going by the name Tanya Monette, using the phone number (220) 270-5874, is posting an ad looking for a house/cat sitter at 5120 Fairfield St,… (Nextdoor Treme - Lafitte)
  • Is anyone familiar with the black + white tuxedo cat on magazine between Really Really Nice Wines and Lilette?
    It often hangs on the patio @ Etoile. Well my friend was viciously attacked walking her dog last night. It has gone after her very large dog before,… (Nextdoor Irish Channel)
  • Louisiana.gov posted a job opening for Accounting Technician in New Orleans. Apply here.
  • CrescentCare posted a job opening for Eligibility Specialist (77507) in New Orleans. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near New Orleans here.

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because they work on so many levels ! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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