With Mardi Gras season now over, everyone is left thinking about what to do with all the beads they have. Many people get excited to catch all these beads but then don’t know what to do after the...

As Mardi Gras approaches, the Krewe of Freret is stepping up its efforts to go green by swapping plastic beads for more sustainable throws. The krewe is introducing reusable cups, custom necklaces and...