| By Bob Warren Coast Cannabis: Looking for more signs that we live in a changing world? A cannabis festival is coming to the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Discussion panels and the like. Even a cannabis cooking demonstration. Really. (And here's the latest on Louisiana's medical marijuana industry.) Pels Play-In: Tonight is THE BIG NIGHT for the Pelicans, a win-or-the-season-ends game against the Spurs at the Smoothie King Center. It’s part of the NBA’s unique play-in format that gives more teams a shot at the playoffs. Geaux Pels! Gun Day at the Legislature: It was "Gun Day" at the Legislature Tuesday, Mark Ballard reports. Gun rights proponents packed the meeting room as a House committee debated nine gun-related bills. Still Masked: If you plan on flying anywhere soon, better bring the mask. The Associated Press reports today that the CDC will extend the mask mandate on public transportation – planes, trains and buses – for another two weeks. Anne’s Archives: If you’re an Anne Rice fan (or maybe just researching her work) you’ll love this: Her archive is now available for public research at Tulane University. That includes the novelist’s diaries, manuscripts – even fan mail. Take a Dip: Just in time for the Easter weekend, Grand Isle has reopened its beaches. The island at the southern tip of Jefferson Parish was battered by Hurricane Ida last year and recovery has been slow. Weather Alert: We’re under a severe weather threat, so keep an eye on the forecasts today. We’ll be under a flash flood watch until Thursday morning. Stay safe, friends. Hope you enjoyed today’s Lunch Line. Thanks for taking a break with us. And of course, be sure to check out NOLA.com for more news throughout the day. BW | 