🌱 Water Drainage Debate + NOLA COVID Restrictions

New Orleans LA

01 December, 2021

3:16 PM

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Happy December, New Orleans! Let's start today off on an informed note, shall we? Here's everything you need to know today in New Orleans. First, today's weather: More pleasant winter weather. Mostly sunny and nice with a high of 73 and a low of 53. Here are the top stories in New Orleans today: Amid other topics, the city's water drainage became a major focus of the New Orleans City Council debate on Tuesday night. A plan of action is still in the works to reduce the amount of storm flooding in NOLA streets. (WWLTV.com) The City of New Orleans is considering adding more COVID restrictions amid a spike in the omicron variant. As of now, the proof of vaccine mandate will continue through Mardi Gras. (WDSU New Orleans)The cause of death is still under investigation for the 19-year-old who died after falling from Pat O'Brien's balcony in the French Quater last week. (FOX 8 Live WVUE) Today's New Orleans Daily is brought to you in part by Newrez, a leading nationwide mortgage lender. Make a smart move for your future and refinance with Newrez today. Call 844-979-1707 to connect with a Newrez loan officer. Newrez, LLC (NMLS #3013) Today in New Orleans: 2021 Emerge Summit - New Orleans Chamber of Commerce (12:00 AM) Yarn Arts Craft Circle - Algiers Regional Branch Library (10:00 AM) Talkin' Jazz with Fred Kasten-Amina Figarova & Bart Platteau (2:00 PM) French Quarter Jazz Piano Hour - Jean Lafitte National Park (2:00 PM) Sip and Celebrate! - New Orleans Chamber of Commerce (5:00 PM) From my notebook: French Quarter Business Association: Join them on Wednesday, December 8th at Ace New Orleans' Alto rooftop bar for their last networking event of the year! (Facebook) Greater New Orleans, Inc. (GNO, Inc.): LA students who are within 30 hours of completing their degree in STEM or healthcare can apply for additional financial aid under the new Completers Grant from LOSFA. (Facebook) Regional Transit Authority: The December Riders Advisory Committee Meeting is scheduled for 5:30 pm on Wednesday, December 1. (Facebook) You can get your local business featured in this spot for just $79 a month. Click here to learn more. Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Thursday. See you all tomorrow for another update! If you're feeling these newsletters, consider bringing some of your friends and neighbors on board. You can send them this link to subscribe. — Shannon Denney Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming New Orleans Daily? Email me at [email protected].