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  • As we enjoy the Mardi Gras Season, law enforcement officials are making sure it's not just a fun time, but safe one. Each year thousands flock to Le Festival de Mardi Gras and each year safety measures
    As we enjoy the Mardi Gras Season, law enforcement officials are making sure it's not just a fun time, but safe one.

  • Lafayette Consolidated President Joey Durel says hats off to the Public Works Department. The bigger the parade the more work they will have to do. "They work all night long. So you can get up and go
    Thanks to the Public Works Department you can get up and go to work or school the next day without realizing there was a parade the day before.

  • ACADIA PARISH: Saturday, February 9, 2013 – 10:00 a.m. - Church Point/Courir de Mardi Gras Run for Children Sunday, February 10, 2013 – 8:00 a.m. - Church Point/Courir de Mardi Gras Run for Adults Tuesday,
    Click here for a complete list of Acadiana Mardi Gras Parades. 

  • From the glitzy ball gowns to the wild costumes. Mardi Gras fashion is all about making a statement. Some louder than others and some are more expensive than others. Becoming the belle of the ball takes
    Becoming the belle of the ball takes time, money and style. News 10's Erin Nicole visited a few local shops to bring you the latest trends this carnival season.

  • Thousands are expected to make it out to the parades this weekend. And that means, people are going to need to stock up on goods to get them through the fun. It's a good time for business along the parade
    It's a good time for business along the parade routes.. A lot of foot traffic means a lot of business coming through their doors

  • LARC has already started its operation bead collection for this Mardi Gras season. People in Acadiana are now able to donate any beads or Mardi Gras items they collect to any Goodwill in Acadiana. The
    LARC has already started its operation bead collection for this Mardi Gras season. People in Acadiana are now able to donate any beads or Mardi Gras items they collect to any Goodwill in Acadiana.

  • Parades will roll on Mardi Gras day, but residential garbage and recycling collection will not happen. Tuesday through Friday customers will receive garbage and recycling service the day following their
    Parades will roll on Mardi Gras day, but residential garbage and recycling collection will not happen. Click here for the holiday schedule.

  • The Greater Southwest Louisiana Mardi Gras Association is pleased to announce that we have developed an app for both iPhone and Android that features all of the information you need to celebrate Mardi
    The Greater Southwest Louisiana Mardi Gras Association hasdeveloped an app for both iPhone and Android that features all of the information you need to celebrate Mardi Gras!

  • Fat Tuesday is just days away. Barricades have been up and Lafayette has already seen it's first two parades. The barricades are there to protect parade goers and revelers. But, some area retailers say
    Mardi Gras barricades are there to protect parade goers and revelers. But, some area retailers say those same barricades are also blocking their bottom dollar.

  • Just like every other Mardi Gras Krewe the Royal Court of the Krewe des Chiens spends hours getting ready for their ball. The only difference is royalty at the Krewe des Chiens will be arriving on all fours.

  • Mardi Gras Safety Tips and Safety The Lafayette Police Department is in final preparation for the Mardi Gras parade season here in the City of Lafayette. The first Parade will begin on Saturday, February
    The Lafayette Police Department is in final preparation for the Mardi Gras parade season here in the City of Lafayette.

  • NEW ORLEANS (AP) - The "baby dolls," an on-again, off-again Mardi Gras tradition of New Orleans' African-American community, are on again. The troupes of women strutting and prancing in bonnets, garters
    The "baby dolls," an on-again, off-again Mardi Gras tradition of New Orleans' African-American community, are on again.

  • Actor G.W. Bailey will reign as Bacchus 2013 when the Mardi Gras krewe rolls next month. Bailey is known for his roles in the "Police Academy" movies and the cable TV crime drama, "The Closer." Clark
    Actor G.W. Bailey will reign as Bacchus 2013 when the Mardi Gras krewe rolls next month.

  • Mardi Gras A Uniquely Lafayette Mardi Gras Allons a Lafayette, where the music is hotter, the cuisine is spicier and Mardi Gras is friendlier. Enjoy parades, balls, festivals and cultural traditions
    Acadiana has a lot to offer when it comes to celebrating Mardi Gras.  Click here for a rundown of events and parade routes so you can make your plans early.

  • Bring on the beads! The Carnival Season has arrived in style and that means a new selection of goodies. Of course everyone has their favorites; from the sports beads to the multi-colored variety, there
    Bring on the beads! The Carnivale Season has arrived in style and that means a new selection of goodies.
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