🌱 New Voting District Map + Vaccine Mandate Lifted

New Orleans LA

21 March, 2022

4:00 PM

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Happy Tuesday, people of New Orleans! Let's get you all caught up to start today off on an informed note. First, today's weather: Thunderstorms, some severe. High: 80 Low: 59. Here are the top four stories in New Orleans today: NOLA City Council has finalized the new district map, but the redistricting debate will still continue. (Louisiana Weekly) In a home invasion on Saturday in NOLA East, a man attempting to steal car keys stabbed a 12-year-old girl and stole the family's car. NOPD is still searching for the suspect. (WGNO New Orleans) New Orleans has lifted the COVID-19 vaccine mandate for public spaces, you no longer need proof of vaccination to end bars, restaurants, or other businesses effective Monday. (WDSU New Orleans) Three people were found shot to death early Monday morning by NOPD in an apartment complex in the St. Bernard neighborhood. No further information has been released about the crime or the victims, two men and a woman, but anyone with information is asked to contact the detective or Crimestoppers. (FOX 8 Local First) From our sponsor: Today's newsletter is brought to you in part by by Ring, a Patch Brand Partner. We all know that Ring is the leader in video doorbells for home security. But did you know that Ring now makes a home security system that is getting raves from consumer electronic experts? To learn more about Ring Alarm Pro, the system CNET called "the future of home security," or to build your own custom system, visit Ring here. Today in New Orleans: Yoga with a Vue at Longue Vue House and Gardens (9:30 AM) Down On Their Luck Orchestra in Concert (1:00 PM) Navigating the Gretna Historic District Commission (5:00 PM) Tulane University Baseball vs Southeastern Louisiana University (6:30 PM) From my notebook: Check out the latest job openings in the New Orleans Area. (New Orleans Patch)A considerable portion of Louisiana and Mississippi has been placed under a moderate threat classification for a severe storm risk today. Thunderstorms and heavy rain are likely. (WGNO New Orleans)The University of Holy Cross has announced that it will host a Crawfish Boil Cook-off on April 2. (Clarion Herald) More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Events: American Diabetes Association Diabetes Alert Day: Understand Your Risk (March 22) Add your event Loving the New Orleans Daily? Here are all the ways you can get more involved: Send a friend or neighbor this link so they can subscribe Get your local business listed in front of readers Send me a news tip or suggestion at [email protected] Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Tuesday. See you all tomorrow for another update! — Shannon Denney