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Diane Mack's last day is March 20: send her a message of appreciation HERE or by calling/texting 504-302-3889!
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WWNO's annual Spring Membership Drive is MEMBER FEST: a time to celebrate YOU, the most important part of New Orleans Public Radio!

2026 Member Fest is March 11-18 ▶ DONATE TODAY!

FEATURED THANK YOU GIFT:

Scott Simon is coming to New Orleans with his new book, Ulysses S. Cat and Other Animals I Have Known, a collection devoted to moving tales of the marvelous animals who have crossed his path.

  • 1 Single VIP Ticket at the $15-a-month level
  • 2 VIP Tickets at the $30-a-month level

VIP tickets include one signed copy of the book each, plus a pre-reception ahead of the full author event. Learn more and donate here!

BONUS FEATURE (adorable): MEMBER PETS!

In honor of Scott Simon's new book, WWNO staff, members, and friends submitted their favorite animal pics. Send us yours if you'd like to be included; email hallie@wwno.org.

Copper colored dog stands in the bucket of an unused bulldozer
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He doesn't like to do this, but Ace is gonna have to issue you a bulldozer misuse demerit (Kate Scheuermann, WWNO Underwriting Manager)
Calico cat guards her catnip plant
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Blanche dares you to try and take her catnip 😾
White dog sits at a desk with a computer wearing human clothes like a proper tie and collared shirt
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Leave a message, Skye is VERY busy (Kate Scheuermann, WWNO Underwriting Manager)
Adorable pug named Zelda wearing a WRKF branded bandana
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Zelda in Baton Rouge only wears the best clothes... THE BEST (Brooke Thorington, WRKF/WWNO Capitol Access Reporter)
Gray cat named Stubby gingerly placing his paw on human arm for attention
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Excuse me, hello, ma'am, hi, ahem, it's me Stubby, pet me, pet me, pet me, feed me, you're welcome (WWNO Membership Manager, Hallie Sheck)
Handsome dog named Norman looking right into the camera with soulful eyes
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Norman wants your opinion: how's this for the cover of his upcoming biography written by Walter Isaacson? (submitted by: WWNO member)
Black puppy looking up into camera with an innocent face
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This is Rosa and she has NEVER done anything wrong in her entire life (Jameeta Youngblood, WWNO Business Manager)
Don't be scared, Oliver is ferocious but practices self control (submitted by: WWNO member)
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Don't be scared, Oliver is ferocious but practices self control (submitted by: WWNO member)
Born and raised in New Orleans, Cleo is having a tough time relocating to Cleveland and being forced to root for the Browns (submitted by: long distance WWNO member)
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Born and raised in New Orleans, Cleo is having a tough time relocating to Cleveland and being forced to root for the Browns (submitted by: long distance WWNO member)
What? You DON'T have hot dog pool time?! Pup Pup feels bad for you (Ryan Vasquez, WWNO and WRKF News Director)
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What? You DON'T have hot dog pool time?! Pup Pup feels bad for you (Ryan Vasquez, WWNO and WRKF News Director)

FEATURED CONNECTION:

Diane Mack is leaving the airwaves on March 20 after 35 years of hosting on WWNO. Before she heads into her new chapter of a well-deserved retirement, send her a message!

FEATURED GIVEAWAYS:

  • 2026 Member Fest Drawing: Win a pair of VIP tickets to one of this year's YLC's Wednesday at the square; no donation needed to win; enter here
  • Member Perk: Win a pair of tickets to The Lumineers on 3/26/26 at the Smoothie King Center; enter here