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Nov 28, 2025 20 min

Major Setbacks in NOLA River District Development

from Pelican Briefs Hosted by Etosha McGee and Charles Miller

Charles and Etosha break down the latest twists in the River District development. We revisit the original plans, what’s actually been built, and why the project has stalled, including litigation, missed deadlines, lost tenants, and RDN’s sudden decision to pull out. We talk through how Shell’s new headquarters fits into the future, what went wrong with Topgolf, and why New Orleans keeps struggling to move major mixed-use projects across the finish line. We also look ahead at what’s still possible for the riverfront, how the Convention Center may take a stronger role, and why we’re not writing this development off just yet. As always, we’re keeping an eye on the politics, the players, and the potential—and we’ll keep you briefed as it unfolds. Follow Pelican Briefs Patreon: patreon.com/LaPelicanBriefs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lapelicanbriefs/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61560259747696 X: https://x.com/LaPelicanBriefs

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