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A ladies man kissed many at his infamous New Orleans Mardi Gras party. Then he met the one.
At first, Gretchen wasn't interested in pursuing Tommy. But he didn't give up. After a surprise trip to Hawaii together, the two fell in love and have been together for nearly three decades. Here's their story.
New Orleans ramps up security for Mardi Gras celebrations
NEW ORLEANS — Stepped-up security measures are now in place in New Orleans ahead of the big Mardi Gras celebration. Public safety officials spent the day installing concrete barricades and wedge barriers along St. Charles Avenue before Friday's Carnival parades.
Is New Orleans safe for Mardi Gras 2025? What increased security will be in place?
The city of New Orleans is preparing for Mardi Gras celebrations by increasing security measures. Find out about the safety initiatives here.
19 parades will roll across metro New Orleans this weekend as Mardi Gras 2025 kicks off
Joseph Sherman, 12, shows his hands in the air as the Krewe of King Arthur parades along the Uptown route in New Orleans, Sunday, February 4, 2024. Prized throws include coveted King Arthur Grails, a wide variety of doubloons, assorted krewe trinkets and special beads. (Staff photo by Brett Duke, The Times-Picayune)
New Orleans officials announce Mardi Gras safety preparations
Officials with the City of New Orleans have announced safety preparations ahead of Mardi Gras 2025. Because Mardi Gras 2025 is now federally listed as SEAR 1 status, special attention is being given to New Orleans by the government in the form of activation,
New Orleans schools urge Mardi Gras safety for marching bands
Following the deadly January 1st attack on Bourbon Street, NOLA Public Schools is now prioritizing safety for high school bands marching in parades during Mardi Gras season.
Who are the 2025 Greasing of the Poles contestants at Royal Sonesta New Orleans?
The Royal Sonesta New Orleans just announced this year’s group of local celebrities who will be the contestants for “Greasing of the Poles.” ...
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New Orleans has beefed up security for Mardi Gras. For smaller parading krewes, it's costly
The city began financially supporting float parades like Rex to inspire more tourism and bring more people to New Orleans for Mardi Gras, Nivale said, but there's still the question of the ...
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When is Mardi Gras? What to know about the New Orleans tradition
New Orleans' Mardi Gras festival has been in full swing since Jan. 6 with revelers whooping it up ahead of the Lenten season, which is just weeks away. The Louisiana city's final celebration ...