The Department of Education (DOE) was created by Congress in 1979 and employs roughly 4,000 people. The federal agency has a ...

In 52 years, you can't imagine how much Cleopatra has grown. In 1972, they started with 250 members. This year when you see ...

Mardi Gras is full of festive throws, but what do you do with all those beads after the parade? Discover creative and ...

The Krewe of Orion is ready to light up the streets of downtown Baton Rouge and let the good times roll this weekend.

Knights of Sparta embraces the warrior spirit of Mardi Gras. Paradegoers can expect a spectacular signature float, a ...

Where can I park for free? What if I get towed? What streets will be closed? Whether you need a refresher or you're a ...

Krewe of Pygmalion is made up of both men and women, kicking off the first weekend of Carnival season. Paradegoers can expect ...

What is a krewe? And why do we eat king cake? Knowing these essential Mardi Gras facts will make the celebration all the more ...

Mardi Gras parades in Jefferson Parish this year will head east — instead of west — along Veterans Memorial Boulevard, ...

With 3,300 costumes for Endymion and 1,500 for Bacchus, the shop stays in high gear nearly year-round, only taking a ...

Traditionally celebrated in cities such as New Orleans, Louisiana, and Mobile, Alabama, Mardi Gras parades, parties, and ...