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🌱 RTA Gets Rid Of 'GoMobile' App + Salvation Army Food Shortage

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Shannon Denney, Neighbor
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Hello and happy Wednesday. I'm back in your inbox this morning to walk you through everything you need to know about what's happening these days in town. Let's dive right in...

First, today's weather:

Showers and a heavier t-storm. High: 83 Low: 76.

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Here are the top five stories in New Orleans today:

  1. Police were called to Loyola's Broadway campus after an alleged rape took place in one of the dorms on Sunday. The crime took place in the victim's dorm room of Cabra Hall by an accused perpetrator who is not affiliated with Loyola. The community was notified early Monday morning. The incident remains under investigation by NOPD and LUPD. (Maroon)
  2. New Orleans' Salvation Army is facing a serious shortage in their food pantry and is urging the public to bring in more donations. With inflation compounded and Hurricane Ida rebuilding efforts, the Salvation Army is receiving over 100 calls a day for help. It is struggling to meet demand since donations are also suffering from the recent economic downturn. (WWLTV.com)
  3. The Regional Transit Authority is transitioning from its old navigation app, 'GoMobile.' Starting August 28, RTA will now use the app 'Le Pass' to serve riders. 'Le Pass' is a part of RTA's effort to improve the transit system. App users will be able to track buses, ferries and streetcars in real time along with mobile payment and trip planning services. (WGNO New Orleans)

Today in New Orleans:

  • Gallery Talk with Polo Silk and Curator Brian Piper at NOMA (noon)
  • Cocktail Course at NOPSI Hotel (5:30 p.m.)
  • New Orleans Chamber of Commerce Chamber Dining Event at the Palace Café (6 p.m.)

From my notebook:

  • New Orleans Entrepreneur, David Price and his invention, the 'Safety Pouch,' a high-visibility wallet intended for drivers to show their identification at traffic stops, has been picked up by Walmart for sale. (Greater New Orleans, Inc. (GNO, Inc.) via Facebook)
  • You can register now for 'The Big Health Event' with the Urban League of Louisiana. The free health and wellness experience will have experts speak about mental health, body positivity, medical issues and more on September 17. (Urban League of Louisiana via Facebook)
  • The Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation's Premier Season Ticket Raffle will be drawn Friday at 2 p.m. You have the chance to win two tickets to over 190 Louisiana sporting events. www.gnosports.com/win" (Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation via Facebook)

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— Shannon Denney

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