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Yahoo
05-03-2025
- General
- Yahoo
‘Once-in-a-lifetime', Krewe of Argus to parade with St. Patrick Parade of Jefferson
METAIRIE, La. (WGNO) — Jefferson Parish's Krewe of Argus will roll! Parish officials announced on Wednesday, March 5, the day after Mardi Gras, that parade will now roll with the St. Patrick Parade of Jefferson on March 16. 'I'm so excited to have been able to work with the Krewe of Argus to reschedule their big day. This unique situation will allow us to bring together two of Jefferson Parish's most historic traditions. The union of Mardi Gras and St. Patrick's Day will be on full display on Metairie Road,' said Jefferson Parish President Cynthia Lee Sheng. 'I want to thank the Jefferson Parish Council for their support, especially District 5 Councilman Hans Liljeberg.' Mardi Gras Magic: Here's the highlights of Carnival in New Orleans Argus' original roll date was March 4 but due to the anticipation of inclement weather that brought with it nearly 40 mph winds, Jefferson Parish officials canceled stating that the winds posed a threat to the floats and riders. 'On behalf of our entire Krewe, we thank Jefferson Parish for making this happen! Our Krewe will be thrilled with this new experience,' said Argus Co-Captain Lawrence Chehardy. Jefferson Parish Councilman Hans Liljeberg says the council can't wait to have two 'cherished' Jefferson Parish parades together. 'We are humbled by the outpouring of support that we have received,' said Argus Co-Captain Rob DeViney. Krewe of Rex changes parade ending location The 3.6-mile route will begin at 41st Street and Severn Avenue and proceed south on Severn before turning left on Metairie Road. Parish officials sais this is a 'once-in-a-lifetime, historic event where Mardi Gras meets St. Patrick's Day on Metairie Road.'Jeffries defends conduct of 'majority' of Democrats during Trump speech Michigan brothers missing since 2010 declared dead at mom's request 'Miniscule' gas leak at Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa's home not a factor in their deaths, investigators say Watch: Fishermen rush to save 900-pound dolphin that landed on their boat Rep. Sylvester Turner, freshman Democrat, dies at 70 Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Associated Press
21-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
ST. AUGUSTINE'S ST. PATRICK PARADE IS MARCH 8th
The world's oldest St. Patrick Parade celebrates its 425th anniversary with Grand Marshal Kay Burtin 'St. Augustine is the site of America's first recorded St. Patrick Celebration in 1600 and the World's first recorded St. Patrick's Day parade in 1601.' — Albert Syeles SAINT AUGUSTINE, FL, UNITED STATES, February 21, 2025 / / -- St. Augustine is famously known as the Nation's Oldest City, but many are surprised to learn of its place in Celtic history. St. Augustine is also the site of America's first recorded St. Patrick Celebration in 1600 and the World's first recorded St. Patrick's Day parade in 1601. The event is celebrating its 425th anniversary this year and has become a beloved local tradition, attracting crowds from across Northeast Florida. St. Augustine's St. Patrick Parade begins March 8th, 2025, at 10 a.m., and starts at Francis Field, 25 West Castillo Drive in St. Augustine, Florida. The parade route travels through the historic downtown area, returning to the Celtic Music & Heritage Festival at Francis Field. 'It's incredible to be celebrating the 425th anniversary of the oldest St. Patrick's Day Parade in the world,' says Albert Syeles, St. Augustine's St. Patrick Parade producer and member of Romanza's Board of Directors. 'The world's first St. Patrick's procession was led by St. Augustine's Irish vicar, Father Ricardo Artur, in 1601. St. Augustine's event pre-dates Boston's first St. Patrick's celebration in 1737, New York City's first St. Patrick's Day parade in 1762, and Ireland's first St. Patrick's Day parade in 1903.' Parade organizers are proud to announce this year's Grand Marshal, Kay Burtin. She is a champion of the arts community, serving as Administrator of the St. Augustine Art Association beginning in 1989. The now-thriving art association just celebrated its centennial, buoyed by Burtin's passion. The St. Patrick Parade reviewing stand will be hosted by Ann O'Malley's Irish Pub, located at 23 Orange Street in St. Augustine. St. Augustine's own Jessica Clark will serve as this year's Parade Announcer. Clark is an Emmy Award-winning News Anchor and Reporter for First Coast News. This year's Parade judges include Davey Hartzel, co-host of 904NOW; Amy Hendrickson, award-winning local musician; Dr. Roger Smith, local historian and professor at the University of Florida, and Director of the St. Augustine History Festival; Renee Unsworth, photographer and Founder of and Doug Murr, Owner/Operator of Dog Rose Brewing Company. The Parade features professional bands, including the City of St. Augustine Pipes & Drums Band, Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department's JFRD Pipes & Drums, Daytona Beach Pipes & Drums, and Rosie O'Grady's Highlanders. Also marching are the 501st Legion, 7th Squad, floats, dancers, horses, carriages, tour trains, trolleys, and more. For more information or to register a parade group, visit www. The St. Augustine Celtic Music & Heritage Festival is sponsored by Ann O'Malley's Deli & Pub, Barley Republic Pub, Mindful Solutions, and by the St. Johns County Tourist Development Council and the St. Johns County Cultural Council. ABOUT ST. AUGUSTINE'S ST. PATRICK PARADE: St. Augustine's St. Patrick Parade is the world's oldest St. Patrick's Day parade and the only one in Northeast Florida. It kicks off the annual St. Augustine Celtic Music & Heritage Festival, held at Francis Field in Historic Downtown St. Augustine on March 8th and March 9th. The parade is produced by Romanza–St. Augustine, Inc. High-resolution photos can be found here. Learn more at and follow along on Facebook and Instagram. Romanza - St. Augustine
