| BY CHAD CALDER | Staff writer |
Good morning and thank you for joining us. Here are some of today's top headlines. Getting ready: What's it take to get New Orleans ready to host the Super Bowl, a herculean task even before the New Year's Day terror attack? Anthony McAuley takes us inside the mad dash. Landry's first year: As Gov. Jeff Landry closes out his first year in office, the back-slapping Cajun has given his conservative base much to love but has managed to work with Democrats at key points as well. Tyler Bridges has this report. Manatee spotting: Have you seen a manatee in Lake Pontchartrain recently? If so, Audubon Aquarium Rescue would like a word with you. Willie Swett has the details. Thanks for reading. Check back throughout the day for more news, entertainment and sports from The Times-Picayune. Chad | 