🌱No Parking On Gentilly Blvd. + 'Gustnado' Blew Through Kenner

New Orleans LA

24 May, 2022

8:30 PM

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Hello, New Orleans! I'm here in your inbox this morning to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on in town. Let's do this. First, today's weather: Showers, heavy t-storms. High: 86 Low: 72. Here are the top three stories in New Orleans today: Construction and improvement projects have resumed on Gentilly Boulevard are expected to last for the next two weeks. During that time cars will not be allowed to park along the street. The projects are a part of Mayor Cantrell's initiative to bring 75 miles of connected bike lanes across New Orleans. (WGNO New Orleans) A fatal Tuesday morning crash in Terrytown left one victim dead. A 37-year-old Marrero man was killed after he was ejected from his car due to not wearing a seatbelt. The crash happened around 4 a.m. and the man was taken to the hospital where he was pronounced dead. (NOLA.com) An unusual storm, what the National Weather Service classified as a 'gustnado' formed over Kenner on Monday night. Not quite a tornado, the gusts of wind from a thunderstorm formed a funnel in the sky and gave minor damage to a few porches and homes in Kenner. (WDSU New Orleans) From our sponsor: Hey, New Orleans — need something done in your home? Check out our new Local Businesses feature in New Orleans to find top-rated local pros for gardening, plumbing, house cleaning and so much more! Today in New Orleans: Gallery Talk with Mel Buchanan at the New Orleans Museum of Arts (noon) Ranger Sessions at the New Orleans Jazz National Park (noon) 2022 Chamber After 5 at the New Orleans Jazz Museum (5:30 p.m.) From my notebook: St. Augustine High School in NOLA's 7th ward is celebrating after their entire graduating class was accepted into college. (WDSU New Orleans)Want a new furry friend to keep you company during these hot summer months? There are many new dogs, cats and other pets up for adoption in the NOLA area!(New Orleans Patch)The port of New Orleans is hosting a certification event for small businesses on May 26 in St. Bernard Parish. There will be an assortment of speakers and information tables to help guide your small business. (Press Release Desk) The Treme Indoor Pool opens today for lap swimming! It is open to the public with a reservation, which you can make at the New Orleans recreation development commission's website. (Facebook) You're officially in the loop for today! I'll see you soon. — Shannon Denney Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming New Orleans Daily? Contact me at [email protected]