Lifestyles
Krewe of Lul: Grand Marshals Martha and Betty Champagne
By definition in Louisiana, a parade grand marshal is Mardi Gras royalty. […]
Mardi Gras
Lifestyles
Mardi Gras king cakes make everyone royalty
The intoxicating aroma of sweet vanilla overtaking Take-Away Donuts in Boutte means only one thing in Louisiana – it’s Mardi Gras time. […]
What's Happening
Krewe of Lul to roll on Feb. 6
LULING – The Krewe of Lul is scheduled to roll at noon Feb. 6. Meeting dates and entry fees have also been announced. Meeting dates are: Jan. 6 , 13, Jan. 20 (final date for registration and payment), Feb. 3 (mandatory attendance, line-up will be distributed), and Feb. 6 (Parade line-up at 9 a.m.). […]
Lifestyles
22nd peanut butter drive sets record for donations
Parades saw St. Charles Parish Hospital celebrate the 22nd Anniversary of its annual Peanut Butter Collection Drive. […]
Lifestyles
2015 Krewe of Des Allemands Grand Marshals
When you see the Krewe of Des Allemands grand marshal, you might think you’re seeing double. But, in fact, this year’s honoree is two people. […]
Lifestyles
2015 Mardi Gras Royalty
While the world is hearing about Rex, Zulu and Muses, St. Charles is preparing for its own Mardi Gras revelry. Set to roll on Feb. 14 and 15, respectively, the Krewes of Lul and Des Allemands have selected their royalty. […]
Lifestyles
Fit for a king
For Dawn Loyd of Two Sisters Bakery, king cake season starts before Christmas, with a red and green cake decorated with holly. For Majoria’s Supermarket, it starts the day after New Year’s. […]
Lifestyles
Mimosa selects Mardi Gras King and Queen
Mimosa Park Elementary School 2015 Mardi Gras King and Queen are Evan Oubre and Alix Champagne. […]
What's Happening
Krewe of Mardi Gras 16th Annual Chili Cookoff
HOUMA – The Krewe of Mardi Gras will hold a chili cookoff at the Houma Airbase on 221 Moffet Road in Houma starting at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 10. […]