Essence Festival Wrap: After New Orleans’ biggest summer event ended Monday, organizers said the 3-day Essence Festival of Culture ran smoothly and delivered real weekend sales for local businesses, even as talks continue over whether the festival stays in the city when its contract expires in September and organizers seek up to $12 million in annual subsidies. Nonprofit Deal: The historic Bohn Ford building on South Broad Street was bought for $8 million by Odyssey House’s Louisiana nonprofit arm, taking over a 43,000-square-foot site long tied to the organization’s addiction treatment mission. Healthcare Costs Fight: A new report highlights how some insurers use copay assistance “accumulator” programs to keep patient drug savings, leaving people to pay more out of pocket for specialty medications. Immigration Logistics: The Trump administration plans a 528-bed migrant holding facility in Alexandria described as a “staging area,” raising concerns among advocates about how long children could be held and what oversight will look like. Energy & Infrastructure: Boland Marine & Industrial won a nearly $31 million Corps of Engineers dredge Wheeler repair contract, aimed at keeping the Mississippi River channel open for commerce. Workforce Momentum: Louisiana released new labor data showing the state leads the nation in labor force participation growth and construction job gains year over year. Small Business Support: LSBDC at LSU Alexandria and the Central Louisiana Regional Chamber will host a no-cost small business training and counseling day July 16 in Alexandria. Food Safety Recall: Aldi recalled Fusia Asian Inspirations Kimchi & Tofu Kimbap in multiple states, including Louisiana, due to undeclared fish.