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

In today's newsletter:

  • How could a $100 million gap reshape New Orleans services?
  • What the Omni hotel green light means for New Orleans taxpayers
  • Why Holt Cemetery families say city upkeep has fallen dangerously behind

Also on today's calendar: Men, Women & Children's Health and Wellness Fair and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What day of the year is trucker's day? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Partly sunny with a t-storm, with a high of 92 and low of 74 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 93, low: 76.
  • Sunday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 94 and low of 77 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Mayor Helena Moreno says New Orleans facing $100 million shortfall in 2027 budget (nola.com) — New Orleans is staring at a $100 million gap in its proposed 2027 budget, forcing leaders to weigh a property tax roll forward against deep cuts to city services. Residents are pressing for fair taxation and better fine collection, while officials promise to protect the New Orleans Recreation Department even as they prepare a "menu" of other potential reductions.
   

2. State Bond Commission greenlights New Orleans' Omni Hotel (wwltv.com) — State officials have approved a revised financing deal for the planned Omni headquarters hotel by the Morial New Orleans Convention Center, shifting more cost onto the Convention Center itself. New Orleans residents remain divided over tax incentives, but supporters say the project could boost tourism, expand hotel capacity, and strengthen the city's bid for major events like the 2031 Super Bowl.
   

3. Loved ones say the city-owned cemetery has fallen into neglect (fox8live.com) — Conditions at Holt Cemetery near City Park have many New Orleans families upset, as overgrown grass and weeds make it hard to even see some graves. Relatives and preservation advocates met to discuss how the city and descendants can better maintain this historic, city-owned burial ground, but say current mowing and upkeep still fall far short of what the dead deserve.
   

4. Lil Eddie Mcgee's GoFundMe Profile (gofundme.com) — A New Orleans East father of three, with five stepchildren, is asking for help covering a $300 G League tryout registration and basic basketball gear after recently leaving jail and starting work at Willie Mae's. He hopes a shot at professional basketball can change his life's direction and show his kids that hard work and second chances are possible.
   

5. From viral T-shirts to custom cocktails, New Orleans businesses get creative for LSU-Ole Miss (fox8live.com) — New Orleans bars and boutiques are gearing up for Saturday's LSU–Ole Miss game with viral T‑shirts, purple-and-gold merch, and even a new "Spicy Mike" cocktail at The Bulldog. Local shop owners say football season is crucial after a slow summer, with game-day crowds expected to give a welcome boost heading into the holidays.
   

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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: 10-4, good buddy! (Thank you Jean H. for sending it in!)
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