Local Hero

Word is buzzing through local social media and email trying to scare up votes for Rebirth snare drummer Derrick (not Derek, as the fan site on Facebook says) Tabb for his work with the Roots of Music. The Roots of Music is an afterschool music education program for school-aged children that is working to keep them educated, off the streets, and connected to tradition. The Roots of Music Marching Band will next parade during Voodoo.

For more on Tabb, the Roots of Music and voting, go to CNN.com.