Plastic imports remain ubiquitous but efforts to mitigate their damage may be catching on. “These efforts will help green Mardi Gras,” said Christy Leavitt, of the group Oceana, in an email.

Plastic coins thrown are known as doubloons. We’ve experienced Mardi Gras season several times in New Orleans, so this year we wanted to try out Mobile, Alabama. Floats are still amazing, the energy ...

While multiple campgrounds and swim areas are closing including one in Fort Mitchell, one place in Eufaula is opening its doors for kayakers. The Barks and Blues Music Festival, benefiting Paws ...