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The changes to the Metairie parade route this year bring to mind the history of Jefferson Parish’s Carnival.

ArcGNO has a unique take on supporting the community by turning a New Orleans tradition into wage-earning jobs for adults with disabilities. Employees and volunteers collect, sort and repackage Mardi Gras throws year-round.

With Mardi Gras falling two to three months after Christmas depending on the year, many New Orleanians keep their Christmas trees up and swap their red and green decorations for purple and gold ornaments on the feast of the Epiphany (Jan. 6).

As we look back at the month of January, it was a warm month at Louis Armstrong International Airport. The average high was 63 degrees, and the average low was around 46 degrees. The mean temperature was 54.5 degrees, which was 1.1 degrees warmer than normal.

Women have always given bold witness to their faith. Today, the Archdiocese of New Orleans is celebrating the extraordinary contributions of women putting their gifts and talents to work in service to the Catholic Church with a new series titled “Women in Witness.”

For more than 50 years, the Krewe of Bacchus has made its definitive mark on Mardi Gras. This year’s parade theme, “Starring Louisiana,” will bring Hollywood South alive, as Bacchus honors some of the movies and TV shows filmed or set in Louisiana over the years.

Every carnival season, there’s always something new and fabulous to wear to Mardi Gras. That infamous (but otherwise tacky) swirl of purple, green and gold pops up in surprising ways.

What an exciting time to be a New Orleanian! On the heels of our 2018 Tricentennial, we are experiencing the convergence of Mardi Gras and our amazing Saints.

THE BOOK OF MORMON, a hilarious musical that tells the story of two Mormon boys on a mission to get away from Salt Lake City, opens at the Saenger Theatre today and runs through Feb. 10.

It’s Carnival time! Mardi Gras season is synonymous with king cake season. The king cake tradition is thought to have been brought to New Orleans from France in 1870, and like many cultural traditions, has its roots in Christianity.

During winter and early spring in New Orleans, dense, early morning fog often occurs, making driving difficult for commuters. This happens most often when warm, moist air from the south moves in over land areas that have cooled down during the night.

From musical talent to celebrities to chefs – there will never be a shortage of interesting guests appearing on “Great Day Louisiana.” That is why CC’s Coffee has decided to become the sponsor of the CC’s Guest Room on “Great Day Louisiana.”

February is American Heart Month. One of the ways you can take to take control of your heart health is by maintaining a healthy, balanced diet.

Deadlines come quicker than you think, but with an agenda on hand, you’ll never fall behind. See which agenda is right for you:

The results of our first poll on The Travel 100 are in! Is it rude to recline your seat all the way on an airline? The options:

The Historic New Orleans Collection’s Caillot Circle – a membership community for young professionals between the ages of 21 and 45 – welcomed the Carnival with a festive bash on Jan. 6.

2019 marks the 60th anniversary of Mardi Gras’ anthem – Al Johnson’s “Carnival Time.” He recorded the song in December 1959 at Cosimo Matassa’s studio. It was released in time for Mardi Gras 1960.

Taking a look back at the weather in December 2018, the average high temperature was a little over 65 degrees, and the morning low was over 51. The mean temperature was 58.5 degrees. Temperature-wise, December was a warm month.

Losing an infant is an unbearable loss for which no family is prepared. To ease the burden, The Monday Night Disciples 1985 and New Orleans Catholic Cemeteries is constructing “All God’s Babies” tomb.

A millennial is defined as a anyone born between 1981 and 1996. As this group has entered the work force, many are seeking satisfaction outside of their 9-to-5 jobs through volunteerism. The American Heart Association recently reported that millennials are interested in volunteerism because the following reasons appeal to them:

2019’s theme is risk-taking. Calculated risks that is. My co-worker Anna and I dabble in jewelry and printmaking. While she has an established following, my company, Spruce & Rose, is newer. We both, however, are actively trying to take more risks in 2019.

American Heart Association’s revolutionary movement, Healthy for Good, inspires people to create lasting changes in their health and in their lives. Make 2019 the year to be “healthy for good,” with the following tips:

While most people associate a new year with resolutions, I relate it to the anniversary of my cancer. And while most think of 13 as unlucky, that number is a blessing to me as it signifies the years I have been in remission from Non-Hodgkin lymphoma.

When delivering health care, it’s important to create convenient solutions for patients as that’s the deciding factor for many seeking medical treatment. Health care providers should keep in mind several things they can do to serve patients by:

When a feather boa flies off a float during a parade, everyone’s hands automatically go up. But, do you know how these feathery delights are made?

With the new year come resolutions to improve, as we hope to make ourselves and the world around us a better place. In our quest to improve, it’s easy to lose focus on what’s most important: our personal relationship with God.

It’s a common saying that the best months to enjoy oysters are “r” months: January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December.

It’s no secret that Louisiana is filled with unique stories, events, people and places. Starting Jan. 21, you will have a new place to get more local content.

With the new year upon us, one thing on the top of many people’s resolution list is being more productive in 2019. Make the most out of your day at the office with these five tips:

Have you set a resolution (or two or three) for 2019? Whether you are trying to save money, stop smoking, lose weight, be present, volunteer more or travel somewhere new, sticking to a New Year’s resolution can be difficult.