http://news.prlog.org/tag/new-orleans/new orleans - Latest News (Press Releases) - Read news before it's newsen-us3600 http://www.prlog.org/12144235-extended-affair-begets-love-letters-from-new-orleans.htmlA collaborative project three years and three months in the making has culminated with the publishing of Love Letters From New Orleans, a book that celebrates the spirit and culture of New Orleans. http://www.prlog.org/12140800-explore-the-history-of-the-huey-long-bridge-in-new-book.htmlLocal authors team up to share the history of the bridge using stunning images http://www.prlog.org/12138898-burlesque-press-announces-the-first-biennial-hands-on-literary-festival-and-masquerade-ball.htmlDecember 30, 2013 to January 1, 2014 at the Maison St Charles, New Orleans, Louisiana. http://www.prlog.org/12135949-pnc-with-the-big-easy-bounce-band-cheeky-blakk-black-kold-madina-to-appear.htmlOn Friday, May 17, 2013, the legendary Partners-N-Crime will share Tipitina’s stage with Cheeky Blakk & Black Kold Madina. The Big Easy Bounce Band will provide brass music in front of what is expected to be a sellout crowd. http://www.prlog.org/12135229-todd-rundgren-fans-raise-funds-for-youth-orchestra-of-the-lower-9th-ward-of-new-orleans.htmlIn honor of legendary musician's 65th birthday, fans gather in Louisiana, raise funds to support young musicians, and plan for Rundgren visiting the Orchestra http://www.prlog.org/12133791-motherdaughter-writing-team-releases-new-contemporary-romance.htmlLeslie C. Ferdinand, author of Wicked Allure, has a hot, new African-American, contemporary  romance scheduled to go on sale May 20, 2013. Picture Perfect will be released by Liquid Silver Books. http://www.prlog.org/12130998-emergency-urban-push-2-jazz-fest-edition-set-for-sunday-may-5-2013-at-the-howlin-wolf-den.htmlUrban Push Movement, is the force quickly becoming known for not only being the newest art showcase to take New Orleans by storm, but one that is becoming branded as endeavoring to support independent artists from multiple genres. http://www.prlog.org/12130569-boot-camp-clicc-reunion-at-8-pm-at-the-howlin-wolf-on-sunday-may-12-2013.htmlOn Mother’s Day, one of New Orleans’ hottest venues, The Howlin’ Wolf, will become home to what is slated to be one of the greatest reunion shows ever. The Howlin’ Wolf is located at 907 S. Peters Street, New Orleans, Louisiana. http://www.prlog.org/12127231-jazz-fest-edition-of-musical-massacre-will-take-place-may-4th-at-the-dragons-den-in-new-orleans.htmlMusical Massacre is a brand new monthly concert series brought to by E.F. Cuttin & Tacaloc. http://www.prlog.org/12124103-urban-push-movement-volume-4-to-take-place-friday-april-26-2013-at-therapy-wine-lounge.htmlUrban Push Movement, the newest art showcase to take New Orleans by storm, has quickly become a force that is known for endeavoring to support independent artists from multiple genres. http://www.prlog.org/12118859-cellairis-to-expand-into-new-orleans-area.htmlLeading Wireless Accessory Company Rebrands Kiosk in Oakwood Center http://www.prlog.org/12115358-wente-foundation-for-arts-education-announces-evening-in-support-of-the-trombone-shorty-foundation.htmlThis event has been cancelled- please stay tuned for future events with the Wente Foundation for Arts Education. http://www.prlog.org/12115053-ameribid-llc-sells-135-properties-at-absolute-auction-in-new-orleans-on-behalf-of-nora.htmlOn Saturday, March 23, 2013, the New Orleans Redevelopment Authority (NORA) sold 135 homes and lots in what will be one of the largest Absolute Auctions held this year. http://www.prlog.org/12107533-wente-foundation-for-arts-education-expands-reach-signature-fundraising-events-in-2013.htmlLivermore Valley, CA – The Wente Foundation for Arts Education (WFAE) was established formally in 2012, building on the Wente family’s legacy of charitable giving, particularly in the realm of arts and education. http://www.prlog.org/12100889-hilton-hollis-is-featured-designer-at-fashion-week-new-orleans-from-march-20-24-2013.htmlNYC fashion designer, Hilton Hollis, will be a featured designer at Fashion Week New Orleans from March 20-24, 2013. http://www.prlog.org/12095730-new-orleans-mediumship-with-lana-the-medium.html(New Orleans) Lana is always excited about returning to the Big Easy, though she really prefers to have her husband come along with her. They are both returning for another visit. http://www.prlog.org/12087855-nations-only-fm-radio-station-for-the-visually-challenged-unveils-new-look.htmlReading radio station WRBH 88.3 FM in New Orleans celebrated its 30th anniversary with a complete rebranding project http://www.prlog.org/12084639-ameribid-llc-announces-second-absolute-auction-of-130-homes-and-lots-throughout-new-orleans.htmlAs a follow up to the successful auction of 125 +/- properties that took place in October, 2012, New Orleans Redevelopment Authority (NORA) and AmeriBid LLC will conduct the next auction on March 23, 2013 in New Orleans. http://www.prlog.org/12080767-viva-concepts-dazzled-at-the-41st-annual-aadgp-conference-exhibition.htmlKeith Rodbell Presents Highly Effective Viva Referral Program http://www.prlog.org/12076992-soundclash-beat-battle-the-legendary-producer-ski-beatz-and-nesby-phips-new-orleans-premier.htmlThe Soundclash is pleased to announce the February installment of The Soundclash: New Orleans Premier Beat Battle, Artist Showcase, and Networking Event with the Legendary/Ski Beatz and eMCee/Producer/DJ hybrid Nesby Phips. http://www.prlog.org/12079991-the-homeless-of-new-orleans-send-valentines-to-locals.htmlNew "Sincerely, Homeless" campaign from the New Orleans Mission gives unique, heartfelt perspective into the area’s homeless. http://www.prlog.org/12076985-urban-push-movement-volume-2-to-take-place-friday-february-15-2013-at-therapy-wine-lounge.htmlOn Friday, February 15, 2013, Urban Push Movement Volume 2 will take place at Therapy Wine Lounge located at 3001 Tulane Avenue, New Orleans, Louisiana. http://www.prlog.org/12073905-massive-media-exposure-coverage-afforded-new-orleans-during-the-weeks-leading-up-to-super-bowl-xlvii.htmlThe City of New Orleans was mentioned in reference to the Super Bowl by the media more than 130,000 ocassions in the weeks prior to the game, leading to an exposure value of $174.4 million. http://www.prlog.org/12073244-5-star-reviews-luminously-illustrated-for-kindle-fire-free-five-days-feb-59-gumbo-goes-downtown.htmlSometimes the road to self-esteem leads right back home. Gumbo thinks he leads a pretty dull life in New Orleans. Then he decides to run away from home - to leave his watchdog duties and go Downtown! This is a page turner for the young reader! http://www.prlog.org/12072163-using-letters-new-book-expresses-love-captures-essence-of-new-orleans.htmlLove Letters from New Orleans is a photographic and typographic statement that celebrates the spirit and culture of New Orleans, one letter at a time. http://www.prlog.org/12070330-new-orleans-hottest-rb-band-vocalist-to-perform-on-february-1-2013-at-the-club-in-new-orleans.htmlOn Friday, February 1, 2013 at 9:30 p.m., Urban Push Movement, Mixtape 108 and Phoenix Ent present “The Emergency Soul/House Edition” at The Club inside of New Orleans’ J. W. Marriott located at 614 Canal Street. Cover charge is $20. http://www.prlog.org/12070169-inside-the-pew-pew-talk-radio-to-broadcast-from-super-bowl-gospel-celebration-on-feb-1.htmlMagazine and radio station will cover the sights from the red carpet at annual NFL-sanctioned event http://www.prlog.org/12069346-new-orleans-trumpeter-leroy-jones-performed-at-super-bowl-vi-in-1972.htmlAs Super Bowl returns to New Orleans, we look back at a local halftime show artist who has since risen to fame and built an international career. http://www.prlog.org/12067649-celebrities-partner-with-local-charity-to-impact-new-orleans-during-super-bowl-weekend.htmlNotable celebrities partner with Home Mission Inc. to create I.M.P.A.C.T Weekend Charity Experience in New Orleans during Super Bowl Weekend. http://www.prlog.org/12067659-wine-rhymes-to-take-place-tuesday-january-29-2013-at-therapy-wine-lounge.htmlOn Tuesday, January 29, 2013, Wine & Rhymes will take place at Therapy Wine Lounge located at 3001 Tulane Avenue, New Orleans, Louisiana. http://www.prlog.org/12063595-beatriz-ball-collection-awarded-top-prize-in-tabletop-category-of-arts-awards-for-the-third-time.htmlDallas Market Center,and the Accessories Resource Team announced New Orleans-based metalware manufacturer, Beatriz Ball Collection, winner of the 24th Annual ARTS Awards in the Tabletop Category. http://www.prlog.org/12060019-epilogue-of-new-orleans-publishes-illustrated-childrens-book-for-ipad.htmlEpilogue of New Orleans has published an illustrated children's book exclusively for the iPad. The Many Odd and Peculiar Trees of Halberstram Preparatory Academy is written and illustrated by Bryan M. Theriot and is available in Apple's iBookstore. http://www.prlog.org/12062254-social-diary-daily-prepares-to-make-its-way-to-super-bowl-47.htmlSocial Diary Daily magazine has teamed up with fabulous sponsors to host an invitation only gifting suite at this year's Super Bowl on February 1 and 2 in New Orleans, LA. http://www.prlog.org/12062199-womens-guild-marches-into-action-raffle-to-support-the-new-orleans-opera.htmlThe New Orleans Opera Guild is raffling off a new Lexus. Enter today. http://www.prlog.org/12060185-hitz-international-artist-blaze-prepares-to-release-mixtape-entitled-no-reservations.htmlHITZ International is known as a hotbed of talent. Artist Blaze (formerly of the Blockburnaz) is no exception to that rule. Blaze has been putting his heart and soul into his upcoming mixtape release “No Reservations”. http://www.prlog.org/12060161-hitz-international-rb-artist-sty-releases-mixtape-entitled-chapter-1-mans-thoughts.htmlKnown as HITZ International’s “secret weapon”, R&B artist STY’s music brings his listeners back to an era where they can feel the music as well as hear it. http://www.prlog.org/12060155-red-hot-nola-returns-with-super-bowl-2013-edition.htmlAs Super Bowl XLVII converges upon the City of New Orleans, the legendary Partners N Crime prepare for Red Hot NOLA Super Bowl 2013 Edition, at One Eyed Jack’s on Saturday, February 2, 2013. Doors open at 9 p.m. http://www.prlog.org/12059835-urban-push-movement-volume-1-to-take-place-friday-january-18-2013-at-therapy-wine-lounge.htmlOn Friday, January 18, 2013, starting at 9pm, Urban Push Movement Volume 1 will take place at Therapy Wine Lounge located at 3001 Tulane Avenue, New Orleans, Louisiana. http://www.prlog.org/12058736-winners-announced-for-the-4th-annual-john-wooten-leadership-awards.htmlNational Sports Authority To Present Awards During Super Bowl XlVII Weekend Nnamdi Asomugha, Cornerback, Philadelphia Eagles and Roderick West, Executive Vice President & Chief Administrative Officer, Entergy To Serve Has Honorary Hosts http://www.prlog.org/12057978-the-peace-tour-is-coming-to-san-francisco-new-orleans-and-nashville.htmlFollowing the country’s second inauguration of President Obama, The Peace Tour prepares to launch an experience that endeavors to bring together music lovers from all walks of life. http://www.prlog.org/12054919-denham-springs-3chix-realty-welcomes-new-agent.html3 Chix Realty is very proud to announce the newest addition to their growing team of professional and dedicated agents, Debbie Weber. http://www.prlog.org/12057324-january-installment-of-mashout-is-saturday-january-12-2013-at-the-dragons-den-in-new-orleans.htmlNew Orleans’ popular monthly event known as MashOut is being held on Saturday, January 12, 2013 at the Dragon’s Den located at 435 Esplande Avenue, New Orleans, Louisiana 70116. http://www.prlog.org/12057308-definition-dj-ice-mike-1200-announces-the-release-of-his-highly-anticipated-mixtape-high-definition.htmlNew Orleans and Down South rap music pioneer, businessman, legendary producer, DJ, rapper, and mentor, Ice Mike1200, announces the release of “High Definition 2”, a Coast 2 Coast mixtape. http://www.prlog.org/12054480-january-2013-industry-influence.htmlThe January 2013 installment of the gold standard of industry showcases, Industry Influence No. 63, will take place in New Orleans, Louisiana on January 7, 2013 at the Howling Wolf http://www.prlog.org/12053869-new-orleans-students-take-page-from-the-pros-playbook-students-take-super-bowl-reading-challenge.htmlDesigned as a Super Bowl 2013 community initiative, students in Louisiana are participating in the Pass, Rush, Read Super Reading Challenge. The campaign is designed annually to motivate students to read and expand their communication skills. http://www.prlog.org/12046803-albany-plantation-upgrades-to-provide-best-all-in-one-services-among-louisiana-wedding-venues.htmlAlbany Plantation in Louisiana has completed several upgrades to its wedding venue property in order to provide clients all-in-one services with the charm of the old South. http://www.prlog.org/12045035-katrina-book-author-featured-in-new-anthology-about-new-orleans.htmlNew Orleans native Lynette Norris Wilkinson is one of 100 writers and artists featured in an exciting new book anthology about New Orleans written by members of its community. http://www.prlog.org/12044540-local-author-pens-new-history-book-on-new-orleans-bests.htmlNew Orleans’s unsung heroes and notorious personalities are showcased in Arcadia Publishing’s new imprint . http://www.prlog.org/12041117-the-magical-moment-defined-by-jimmy-maxwell.htmlNew Orleans band leader Jimmy Maxwell explains how great music never changes. http://www.prlog.org/12040412-nola-criminal-law-is-offering-free-advice-on-filing-expungements.htmlNOLA Criminal Law and attorney Townsend Myers are offering free advice on filing expungements in New Orleans, Louisiana. If it is determined that an individual qualifies for an expungement, a discount will be offered for the preparation of paperwork.