Jan Ramsey

Eddie Williams Jr. has been named the University of New Orleans’ new band director, as as part of its transition to LSU New Orleans. Williams is an acclaimed New Orleans music educator and band leader, and his hiring marks the relaunch of a marching band program for the newly-renamed institution. The last time the Privateers had a marching band was in the 1970’s.

Unless you work from home, you probably have to drive to work, find a free place to park on the street, or pay a parking lot for space to park your car while you’re working. Now think about if you had to lug expensive, bulky or heavy equipment to your job every day from a parking place that could potentially be blocks from where you work.

The French Market District invites locals and visitors to celebrate one of Louisiana’s most beloved seasonal staples at the 40th Annual Creole Tomato Festival, Saturday, June 6, and Sunday, June 7, 2026, in the historic French Quarter.