The goal of the Northshore Food Co-op is to establish a permanent location for the distribution of local produce, arts and crafts. The second meeting was lively and informative, and discussion ranged from
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St. Tammany Parish Library Presents ‘Growing Fall Vegetables: Cooler Temps and Extended Harvests’ with Dr. Gerard Ballanco
The Covington Branch of the St. Tammany Parish Library Presents ‘Growing Fall Vegetables: Cooler Temps and Extended Harvests’ with Dr. Gerard Ballanco. Take your mind off the heat and humidity by signing up
St. Tammany Parish Mosquito Abatement
Due to an increase in positive West Nile Virus samples, the St. Tammany Parish Government is taking proactive measures both in mosquito abatement efforts and by informing residents of ways to reduce risk
Canning for Preservation
Home canning can be a little intimidating for some, but the procedures are really quite simple. One of the most important things to know about the product you are canning is its acidity
American Alligator
The American Alligator (Alligator mississippiensis) is the largest reptile in North America, and ancestors of the Alligator appeared over 200 million years ago. The name comes from the early Spanish explorers who called
This Week in History
July 25, 1909 – The world’s first international overseas airplane flight was achieved by Louis Bleriot in a small monoplane. He asked the question, “Where is England?”, took off from France, and landed
Covington Consumer Alert
Email Scam Using “City of Covington” Many people are familiar with internet and email “phishing” scams, and it appears that one featuring “City of Covington” is circulating locally. Recently, a number of Covington
“Auctions in August” Silent Auction Event
“Auctions in August” is Gulf Coast Bank & Trust’s silent auction event hosted at all 16 branches. The items available for bidding are donated by various organizations and individuals to be auctioned for
Meet the Artists for Upcoming Three Rivers Art Festival
On Thursday, July 26th, you will have the chance to meet artists Tanya Dischler and Tiffany Haricharan. The free event is from 5 to 7 p.m., featuring live music, wine, refreshments and door
Covington Welcomes New Businesses
The City of Covington announces ribbon cutting ceremonies for several new businesses on Thursday, July 26. Thai Kitchen (1005 Collins Blvd.) is scheduled for 9 a.m., followed by Fro Yo Factory (100 Tyler
Coffee with Mayor Cooper
If you ever sit around thinking about municipal projects and say to yourself, “I wish I could ask Mayor Cooper about this’, here is your chance. The City of Covington is hosting “Coffee
The Sixth Annual Bastille Day Celebration
The St. Tammany Art Association and St. Tammany Homestead present a celebration of Louisiana’s French Heritage for the 6th year in a row. This year’s events include a lecture by Robin Leckbee Perkins
Sunset at the Landing Concert July 20th
St. Tammany Homestead, the City of Covington and the Covington Farmer’s Market present a free concert at the Columbia Street Landing on Friday, July 20 from 6 – 9 pm. This month’s concert
Holistic Education Meeting
You can take control of your wellness and enjoy improved health and vitality with Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade essential oils. Oils distilled from plants have been used for healing for over five thousand
Louisiana Swamp Rabbit
The swamp rabbit is a large cottontail rabbit found in the swamps and wetlands of the Southern United States, and it is among the largest members of the genus. It is usually brown,
Slice of Heaven Farm Kickstarter Project
The Slice of Heaven Farm is a local organic farm that provides fresh produce for the Wednesday and Saturday Farmer’s Markets. They also participate in the CSA program, which sells mixed produce boxes
Northshore Food Coop Plans Second Meeting
The second meeting of the NSFC will take place Thursday, July 26th at Columbia Street Natural Foods at 6 p.m. Plan to attend and bring a friend. In the first meeting, the group
2nd Annual “Ulitmate Tailgate Party”
The Exchange Club of West St. Tammany parish will host their second annual “Ultimate Tailgate Party” on Saturday, August 25, 2012 at the Tchefuncta Country Club in Covington. The event will once again
CYSA Open Registration for Fall 2012
Registration is now open for the Recreational Soccer 2012 Fall Season. Boys and girls ages 5 – 14 may register now with CYSA online at www.covingtonsoccer.com. For more info, e-mail info@covingtonsoccer.com. The Covington
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