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NOLA Funk Fest returns to celebrate Louisiana blues

By Emeka Dibia Contributing Writer The NOLA Funk Fest returns for a lively three-day celebration from October 18-20, at the New Orleans Jazz Museum. This

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Historic legal society continues legacy of justice

By Shawniece Mitchell Contributing Writer The Greater New Orleans Martinet Society and Legal Foundation hosted its 2024 Annual Jazz Brunch and Scholarship Gala on Sept.

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Hundreds gather for second line dedicated to Frankie Beverly
By Arielle Robinson Contributing Writer (VeriteNews.org) — The mood was joyful as hundreds dressed in white gathered at Hunter’s Field on last Monday (Sept. 16) to celebrate the life of R&B and ...
Ro Brown, trailblazing sports anchor scores big with Lifetime Achievement awards
By Fritz Esker Contributing Writer A local media legend is being honored for his tenured career in New Orleans sports journalism.
New Orleans to host Conference of the Imperial Court Daughters
By C.C. Campbell-Rock Contributing Writer The Imperial Court Daughters’ International Conference is coming to New Orleans this month.
US Cities Vie For Rugby World Cup Hosting Rights In Historic North American Debut‌ ‌
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Local jazz camp helps preserve the musical legacy of NOLa
By John Gray Contributing Writer (VeriteNews.org) — Akeel Haroon aspires to become a professional musician. In addition to studying music at the New Orleans Center for Creative Arts, the 18-year-old New Orleans ...
Baseball legend Willie Mays dies at 93
By Stacy M. Brown Contributing Writer (NNPA Newswire) — Willie Mays, the iconic Hall of Famer often hailed as the greatest player in baseball history, has died at 93. The news broke ...
Finding purpose in theatre: A talk with Raiyon Hunter
By Candace J. Semien Contributing Writer (Jozef Syndicate) — At 8 years old, Raiyon Hunter dotted the theatrical stage as an energetic munchkin in “The Wiz,” being performed at New Orleans’ Anthony ...
Big Freedia, Beyonce sued by New Orleans bounce group for copyright infringement
By Michelle Liu Contributing Writer (Veritenews.org) — A one-time quartet of New Orleans-area bounce musicians are suing Big Freedia and Beyonce for alleged copyright infringement and unfair trade practices over the use ...

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