| By Jerry DiColo | Staff writer |
Before you head out to the Fairgrounds today, or while you're waiting in line for the bag check, check out today's news. Moving out: Harvey Gulf International, the offshore service firm run by Shane Guidry, is planning to pack up its headquarters in downtown New Orleans and head to Metairie. Guidry, a Republican megadonor who has long been involved in local politics, said the move was due to concerns about worker safety in the city. Breaking up: In other biz news, First Horizon, the bank that acquired Louisiana-based Iberia Bank in 2020, announced last year that it was being acquired by TD Bank. On Thursday, the banks called off the deal. Cooling off: School is almost out and temperatures are rising. That means finding ways to cool off. Audubon Zoo is opening its Cool Zoo attraction on Saturday, and Kasey Bubnash has the details. Meanwhile, the food at the zoo, the aquarium and Audubon event spaces is about to see some big changes. Ian McNulty has the details on the famous New Orleans restauranteur who will be taking over food service and catering for the Audubon Nature Institute. Driving Around: Finally, don't miss our story on the famous orange truck of Benny Jones, Sr., the 79-year-old leader of the Treme Brass Band. Thanks for reading Lunch Line. If you're not a NOLA.com subscriber, check out this great deal. Jerry | 