The Historic District Landmarks Commission in New Orleans has improved efficiency with its HDLC ExpressLane by issuing 115 Certificates of Appropriateness quickly since its launch, representing 60% of all certificates.

LCAI is offering a 10-week General Contractors Seminar for contractors in Louisiana, covering construction fundamentals and safety codes, with registration closing on February 20, 2026.

Calls to New Orleans' 311 line failed Tuesday, leaving residents to use the online portal or backup numbers. The city points people to NOLA-311 and an alternate phone line.

The St. Bernard Parish Sheriff's Office warned of scammers impersonating banks to steal personal and financial information via various communication methods.

The Krewe of Olympia Mardi Gras Parade is set for Saturday evening in downtown Covington, with the Covington Police Department announcing road closures and parking restrictions to ensure a safe celebration.

The Jefferson Parish Water Department asks residents to stop leaving faucets dripping as temperatures rise and the risk of frozen pipes subsides to avoid straining the water system.

Residents of St. Charles Parish held their 40th annual commemorative march honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., captured in a video shared on Facebook.

Hymel's Florist, a family-run business in LaPlace, is known for artistic floral arrangements and gifts. They offer local and nationwide delivery and are commended for their role in the community.

The Summer Work Experience Program by Let's Work River Parishes is accepting applications for young adults aged 18-24 in St. Charles Parish to gain skills and experience. Deadline is March 1.

The article covers multiple road closures in St. Charles Parish due to construction, detailing closures on Hwy 628, Jonathan Street, and Ormond Center Court, with alternative routes and allowances for emergency vehicles.

New Orleans Health Department offers free vaccines without requiring insurance or ID at Genoa Healthcare. Open weekdays, the initiative lasts until March 2026 and includes flu, COVID-19, pneumonia, and shingles vaccines.

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.