GRETNA (AP) — As it looked like Mardi Gras was dead in Gretna, the City Council is taking another stab at saving its traditional celebration.
City Councilwoman Belinda Constant said she is close to a deal with a private sponsor who would pay a portion of the $87,000 cost Gretna anticipates for city services on Fat Tuesday.
If a deal is reached, the Krewe of Grela could go ahead with plans to parade on its 65th anniversary.
 
 
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