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NOLA.com @nolanews.bsky.social · 1h

Gaines Foster, in Baton Rouge, asked a Curious Louisiana question that gets to the heart of much of Louisiana: Why is it that some people put potato salad in gumbo

What's the deal with potato salad in gumbo? A German thing? Curious Louisiana investigates.

Gaines Foster, in Baton Rouge, asked a Curious Louisiana question that gets to the heart of much of Louisiana: Why is it that some people put potato salad in gumbo

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NOLA.com @nolanews.bsky.social · 4h

The Rev. Ray Cannata is one of those out-of-towners who moved to New Orleans and immediately plunged off the high dive into the deep end of the cultural pool. The

This minister discovered the divine in New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina. Here's the result.

The Rev. Ray Cannata is one of those out-of-towners who moved to New Orleans and immediately plunged off the high dive into the deep end of the cultural pool. The

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NOLA.com @nolanews.bsky.social · 4h

In New Orleans, there are certain things that are simply accepted, no questions asked.

Why do we pronounce 'Orleans' in different ways? The answer, like the word, varies.

In New Orleans, there are certain things that are simply accepted, no questions asked.

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NOLA.com @nolanews.bsky.social · 5h

Jeremiah Fears won't ever forget his 19th birthday.

Jeremiah Fears gets going late, but Pelicans come up short in preseason loss to Rockets

Jeremiah Fears won't ever forget his 19th birthday.

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NOLA.com @nolanews.bsky.social · 5h

The fentanyl is highly potent and the Sheriff's Office warns that it can easily be mistaken for marijuana or other less potent drugs.

'Green fentanyl' emerges in a Louisiana parish, leading to a surge in drug overdoses

The fentanyl is highly potent and the Sheriff's Office warns that it can easily be mistaken for marijuana or other less potent drugs.

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NOLA.com @nolanews.bsky.social · 6h

Lake Charles was chosen as the site because it is the epicenter of the US LNG industry as well as the home to some of the country's "most strategically important" LNG facilities with billions in secured investments.

Americas LNG Summit & Exhibition to bring over 100 regional, international companies to Lake Charles

Lake Charles was chosen as the site because it is the epicenter of the US LNG industry as well as the home to some of the country's "most strategically important" LNG facilities with billions in secured investments.

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NOLA.com @nolanews.bsky.social · 6h

Marc Morial tells New Orleans to 'unite' behind new mayor.

This former New Orleans mayor tells city to 'unite behind' Helena Moreno: 'Turn the page'

Marc Morial tells New Orleans to 'unite' behind new mayor.

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NOLA.com @nolanews.bsky.social · 7h

“Scaling at this level is no joke. This is an opportunity that can affect real change if we can execute and do it well.”

New Orleans company's bitters, syrups are all the rage at local bars. Now Walmart wants in.

“Scaling at this level is no joke. This is an opportunity that can affect real change if we can execute and do it well.”

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NOLA.com @nolanews.bsky.social · 7h

Check out the stat leaders, standings through Week 6 for St. Tammany Parish football teams. Slidell running back Ja'Kwan Jones surpassed the 1,000-yard mark for the season.

Stat leaders, standings through Week 6 for St. Tammany Parish football teams

Check out the stat leaders, standings through Week 6 for St. Tammany Parish football teams. Slidell running back Ja'Kwan Jones surpassed the 1,000-yard mark for the season.

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NOLA.com @nolanews.bsky.social · 8h

The Tigers will soon begin their fifth season under Kim Mulkey.

Check out where the LSU women's basketball team is ranked in the AP preseason poll

The Tigers will soon begin their fifth season under Kim Mulkey.

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NOLA.com @nolanews.bsky.social · 8h

Wondering how MiLaysia Fulwiley ended up at LSU? You could get a clue on Wednesday.

LSU's MiLaysia Fulwiley to discuss transfer decision in stop at SEC basketball media days

Wondering how MiLaysia Fulwiley ended up at LSU? You could get a clue on Wednesday.

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NOLA.com @nolanews.bsky.social · 9h

The man is suspected in a string of shoplifting incidents across Louisiana and Mississippi.

Shoplifting turns into car chase through Slidell and New Orleans, police say

The man is suspected in a string of shoplifting incidents across Louisiana and Mississippi.

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NOLA.com @nolanews.bsky.social · 9h

Tulane coach Jon Sumrall expects a tough, physical, four-quarter battle with Army on Saturday.

Army isn't the same team it was last year, but Tulane still expects a 'gritty' game

Tulane coach Jon Sumrall expects a tough, physical, four-quarter battle with Army on Saturday.

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NOLA.com @nolanews.bsky.social · 10h

Find out which starters for Southern are injured and the latest on their conditions.

Multiple starters for Southern football are injured. Here’s the latest on their conditions.

Find out which starters for Southern are injured and the latest on their conditions.

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NOLA.com @nolanews.bsky.social · 11h

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Walt Handelsman: Peace deal

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NOLA.com @nolanews.bsky.social · 11h

NOPD has been committing more manpower to traffic enforcement since February 2024 in response to community demands for improved road safety.

New Orleans police warn of traffic crackdown after teen hit while waiting for school bus

NOPD has been committing more manpower to traffic enforcement since February 2024 in response to community demands for improved road safety.

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NOLA.com @nolanews.bsky.social · 11h

Columnist Will Sutton didn't endorse anyone in the New Orleans mayoral, City Council, sheriff, clerk and other races. Plenty of others did. Who had the best winning record?

Will Sutton: Which groups endorsed the most New Orleans election winners? Here's the rundown.

Columnist Will Sutton didn't endorse anyone in the New Orleans mayoral, City Council, sheriff, clerk and other races. Plenty of others did. Who had the best winning record?

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NOLA.com @nolanews.bsky.social · 12h

Gala returns to the Sydney and Walda Besthoff Garden after a hiatus for the Visionaries celebration of the two decades of the sculpture garden

'LOVE' blooms again in Sculpture Garden for NOMA outdoor fête benefiting the museum

Gala returns to the Sydney and Walda Besthoff Garden after a hiatus for the Visionaries celebration of the two decades of the sculpture garden

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NOLA.com @nolanews.bsky.social · 12h

New Orleans City Councilmember Oliver Thomas doubled down on his fiery concession speech calling Mayor-elect Helena Moreno's win "calculated and coordinated."

Oliver Thomas doubles down on fiery concession after NO mayor election: 'I have receipts'

New Orleans City Councilmember Oliver Thomas doubled down on his fiery concession speech calling Mayor-elect Helena Moreno's win "calculated and coordinated."

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NOLA.com @nolanews.bsky.social · 13h

EquipmentShare, a nationwide construction equipment rental company, has opened a $33 million location in St. Tammany Parish.

$33 million heavy equipment rental business opens on northshore, part of ambitious LA expansion

EquipmentShare, a nationwide construction equipment rental company, has opened a $33 million location in St. Tammany Parish.

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NOLA.com @nolanews.bsky.social · 13h

Election experts say attack ads from incumbent Darren Lombard may have backfired in the Orleans Parish clerk of court race, propelling leading challenger Calvin Duncan, a former state prisoner for 28 years, into a runoff.

'Blowback' over campaign attack ads spurred runoff in one New Orleans race, analysts say

Election experts say attack ads from incumbent Darren Lombard may have backfired in the Orleans Parish clerk of court race, propelling leading challenger Calvin Duncan, a former state prisoner for 28 years, into a runoff.

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NOLA.com @nolanews.bsky.social · 13h

These Louisiana monks make caskets

Read the full story from Jan Risher: bit.ly/3WBZ5Zj

Video by Jan Risher and Emma Discher

NOLA.com @nolanews.bsky.social · 14h

A new collaboration with the City of New Orleans could help improve the sound quality in New Orleans music venues while providing real-world training for students at Loyola.

This music veteran has been in the industry for 3 decades. Now he's helping New Orleans venues.

A new collaboration with the City of New Orleans could help improve the sound quality in New Orleans music venues while providing real-world training for students at Loyola.

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NOLA.com @nolanews.bsky.social · 14h

Helena Moreno won outright with 55% of the vote, though Royce Duplessis and Oliver Thomas each took precincts. Take a look here.

This map shows how New Orleans voted in the mayor's race, where candidates held strong

Helena Moreno won outright with 55% of the vote, though Royce Duplessis and Oliver Thomas each took precincts. Take a look here.

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NOLA.com @nolanews.bsky.social · 15h

You’re encouraged to attend wearing shrimp boots, not for any potentially muddy conditions, but in solidarity with the shrimpers for whom the festival is organized.

Break out the shrimp boots and the ice chests for a New Orleans food fest with a mission

You’re encouraged to attend wearing shrimp boots, not for any potentially muddy conditions, but in solidarity with the shrimpers for whom the festival is organized.

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