Family Gras has taken root in the region as a traditional celebration BEFORE the big kick-off to Mardi Gras proper in ...

This week marks the bicentennial of Jefferson Parish, which was established by the Louisiana Legislature 200 years ago this ...

Jefferson Parish’s top leaders believe Carnival will be safe and enjoyable. “The Super Bowl coming here and really lifting ...

Brand new security measures are being rolled out for Carnival celebrations in Jefferson Parish, as safety is a top concern ...

Jefferson officials celebrated the parish's 200th birthday Tuesday with the unveiling of a new sculpture in Gretna, marking ...

The Giving Hope Center at 31294 US-190 2nd Building, Lacombe, LA 70445 is open 24/7 for those needing a warm place to stay.

We are honored to celebrate the expansion of this iconic local business in Jefferson Parish,” said Jefferson Parish President ...

The warming center will open at 1 p.m. on Wednesday and remain open until 8 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 21. Parish officials said ...

GRETNA, La. — Two people died and three others were injured after a high-speed crash by an allegedly intoxicated driver Saturday evening in Gretna. Jefferson Parish Coroner Tim Genevay confirmed ...

The countdown to Mardi Gras is on, and as Jefferson Parish prepares, parish officials have announced some changes to its bus ...

Sheriff Smith says seeing Tranq on the streets is adding to the opioid drug use problem. WASHINGTON PARISH, La. — It was a ...

Friends of Jefferson the Beautiful (FJB) is proud to announce a groundbreaking initiative to enhance and expand Jefferson ...