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5 reasons your dog might want to wander like Scrim
It seems every neighborhood has one: A dog that is constantly out and about, escaping his yard and wandering the streets. Beloved former fugitive dog Scrim is in a league of his own, but his notoriety Traci has brought Howerton the topic of ANIMAL why some dogs RESCUE escape to the forefront of conversations. Having a canine escape artist is a problem that is not only frustrating, but also one that can present serious risks to the dog, other people and to the owner. A loose dog runs the risk of being injured, and the owner is liable for any damage or injury the dog might do to himself, to property, people or other animals. Worse, a dog on the run may be hit by a car and killed or end up in the wrong hands. What causes some dogs to repeatedly escape?
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Queen of Argus Sophie Chailland with her parents, Mitchell and Melissa Chailland.
Sophie Chailland has been part of the Krewe of Argus since childhood. This year, she’s its queen.
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Taste a variety of king cakes at Nunez Community College on Feb. 27.
Dough me something, mister! Staff report Whether you like to bake king cakes or just enjoy eating them, the annual Nunez Community College King Cake Extravaganza has something for you. The event that lets you eat and compete will be presented on Feb. 27, noon-2 p.m., in the Student Testing and Career Counseling Center on the Nunez campus, 3710 Paris Road in Chalmette. The Nunez culinary program, under the leadership of chef Ruth Varisco, coordinator of culinary arts and entrepreneurship, will host the event, which will feature both savory and sweet divisions. Nunez culinary students will present creative takes on the seasonal pastry.
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At 17, Sophie Chailland already has a lot of experience when it comes to Carnival royalty. A senior at St. Martin’s Episcopal School in Metairie, Sophie has been in the Argus court many times, including as a princess when her sister, Robin Chailland Bourgoyne, was queen in 2017. And now it’s Sophie’s turn to reign as
queen of Argus LX. “The members of the Argus organization have been so supportive to me,” Sophie said. “Over the years they are like my second family.” The theme of the parade is “Let the Good Times Roll.” Argus will take the traditional Metairie route beginning at Clearview Shopping Center at 11 a.m. on Mardi Gras. At St. Martin’s, Sophie is captain of the varsity cheerleading team, secretary
Takin’ it to the streets: Parades are plentiful in lead-up to Mardi Gras starting on Napoleon Avenue The all-male parade is named for a state of disorder, the bitingly satirical Knights of Chaos is historically connected with the Knights of Momus, which began parading in 1872. Momus ceased parading in 1991.
The Carnival parade crush is here, with the big day in sight. Here’s what to expect.
Druids n Feb. 26, 6:15 p.m., St. Charles Avenue route, starting on Jefferson Avenue The krewe, composed of mysterious representatives of an ancient Celtic sect, debuted in 1998. Expect flourishes of social satire.
ALLA n Feb. 26, 7 p.m., St. Charles Avenue route, starting on Napoleon Avenue In 2024, Krewe of ALLA was moved from its customary spot on the first Friday of the official Carnival season to its current place on the Wednesday before Mardi Gras. ALLA first rolled in 1932. Riders toss hand-decorated Genie Lamps.
Babylon n Feb. 27, 5:30 p.m., St. Charles Avenue route, starting on Napoleon Avenue
Muses n Feb. 27, 6:30, St. Charles Avenue route, starting on Jefferson Avenue. FILE PHOTO The all-female parade, founded in 2000, is one The Krewe of Muses will roll at 6:30 p.m. Feb. of the most popular in Carnival. Named for the 27. inspirational demigoddesses of ancient Greek mythology, the parade passes through the Founded in 1939, the krewe is named for the legendary kingdom on the banks of the Euphrates Uptown Streets that are also named for them. Look for a satirical theme as well as some of the river. The Knights proudly adhere to old-time traditions including flambeaux lighting and floats most beautifully sculpted signature floats of any with antique designs. procession. Paradegoers compete to catch one of the krewe’s elaborately hand-decorated shoes. Knights of Chaos
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of the theater club and a member of the school choir. In November, about 20 members of the choir traveled to New York City and performed at Radio City Music Hall. “Right before the Rockettes came on, we sang traditional Christmas songs with special parts composed that were specific to New Orleans,” Sophie said. “It was an amazing experience.”
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