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The 2026 ESSENCE Festival of Culture is set for New Orleans over Fourth of July weekend, with concerts at the Caesars Superdome and daytime programming at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center.

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Louisiana’s wetlands are pulling in travelers for close-up views of alligators, birds and other native species, with tour operators saying the experience blends scenery, education and conservation awareness.

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Beuerman Miller Fitzgerald, Inc. launched a centennial campaign to mark 100 years of branding, advertising and crisis work from New Orleans.

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Dudley DeBosier has launched a back-to-school giveaway in Louisiana that will award 10 winners $200 gift cards each to help cover school supply costs.

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The Houstonian Hotel, Club & Spa was named No. 1 Resort in Texas on Travel + Leisure’s 2026 World’s Best list, its fourth win in the readers’ awards.

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MOPE Clinic in Metairie has released a heat hydration guide for South Louisiana residents with tips on water, electrolytes, dehydration, and heat illness.

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Travelers heading to New Orleans and other destinations are being urged to plan ground transportation before arrival to reduce delays, manage luggage and avoid missed cruise departures.

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Multi-generational family trips are increasingly centering on urban heritage destinations, with New Orleans emerging as a strong draw for families seeking cultural history, walkable access, and flexible group lodging.

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Swamp tourism is drawing visitors to South Louisiana for wildlife viewing, cultural history and wetland education.

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Rising electricity demand, data centers and industrial growth are driving a wave of U.S. transmission and grid-modernization spending that is also increasing the need for skilled construction labor and temporary housing.

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Self-published author and civil engineer Courtney Kelly used the 2026 ESSENCE Festival of Culture in New Orleans to spotlight her new STEM children’s book, Celeste Paves the Way. Nearly 100 copies sold in three days as the book, booth design and…

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Alert Transportation is making the case that transportation planning is a critical part of running conferences, conventions and corporate meetings on time in Greater New Orleans.

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Daniels Health released its 2026 Carbon Emissions Report on August 4, 2026, saying emissions per pound of waste processed and per vehicle mile traveled declined even as the company handled more waste and expanded operations.

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Vale! ULB has released “Devórame,” a Latin crossover track built on Brazilian funk, Cuban percussion and New Orleans bounce.

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BajaMate unveiled a redesigned website aimed at pool builders, dealers and homeowners as the Chandler, Arizona company says demand for its luxury pool accessories is growing.

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99 Exposure has promoted Mamadou Diouf and Ranjit “Ray” Dhaliwal into management as they take on offices in new markets.

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The Underground Donut Tour is drawing repeated praise from parenting outlets, local news and travel review sites as a screen-free family outing across more than 30 cities.

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Transportation providers in New Orleans and beyond are putting more emphasis on timing as traffic, weather, construction and event congestion make scheduling harder.

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Prevue Meetings + Incentives and Caesars Entertainment launched an annual September observance to recognize meeting and incentive planners, starting with a debut celebration this year.

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The Mesothelioma Compensation Center is offering in-home consultations with national mesothelioma attorneys for oil refinery and chemical plant workers diagnosed with mesothelioma or asbestos-related lung cancer.