New Orleans receives a $25,000 grant from the Mayors Alliance Action Fund to combat childhood hunger, which affects a third of kids in Orleans Parish.

New Orleans seeks DJs for Mardi Gras 2026; the city will pay a minimum of $200 per hour from funds raised by GNODF, with applicants needing to supply equipment and have a clean record. Submissions close on January 30.

St. John the Baptist Parish provides residents with options to recycle Christmas trees either through curbside collection or by dropping them off at the Parish Recycle Yard.

The American Job Center is hosting a job fair for CDL drivers in Jefferson Parish this Thursday, with on-site interviews for attendees with resumes and proper licenses.

The St. Charles Parish Council will meet on February 9, 2026, to discuss cost-reductions for a water main project, zoning changes, support for firefighters, and a courthouse electrical project.

Jefferson Parish's Christmas Tree Recycling event collected 3,700 trees to fight coastal erosion, showcasing community engagement in environmental conservation.

New Orleans activates a new Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon along the Lafitte Greenway to enhance safety for pedestrians and cyclists, and educates the public on its use.

The German Coast Farmers Market is hosting a child-friendly Mardi Gras parade, the 'Kids Krewe du Market Parade,' featuring activities and live music on February 7, starting at 10 a.m.

The Hale Boggs Bridge in St. Charles Parish is open with normal traffic flow after rain concerns, with the DOTD on standby in case of weather changes.

St. John the Baptist Parish invites seniors to a free candle-making event, fostering community and creativity, with contact person Erica Berthelot for more details.

Due to severe cold, St. Charles Parish's trash collection was halted for safety reasons, with a reminder for residents to protect themselves against the freeze.

New Orleans health director urged citizens needing shelter from the cold to utilize city-provided spaces, with shelters like the New Orleans Mission ready to assist.

St. John the Baptist Parish urges residents and businesses to protect their pipes from freezing by insulating exposed pipes and letting indoor faucets drip during cold weather.