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‘Essence Fest Provides Huge Economic Growth for New Orleans’

“For the city, it’s a much-needed summer economic boost, with downtown hotels and restaurants welcoming thousands of tourists. Tourism leaders say it’s about a $200 million impact.”

Click here to read the rest of Mike McDaniel’s story on Eyewitness News (WWL).

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