The Blue Swamp Creek Nature Trails are comprised of four distinct nature trails maintained by Keep Covington Beautiful. The Pitcher Plant Trail passes through woodland, savanna restoration area with fire used as a
Category: Non Profit Spotlight
Spotlights on local non-profit organizations
United Way Red Beans & Rice Cook Off
Spice it up at the United Way’s Annual Red Beans & Rice Cook Off -West 2017. This event is Monday, July 31 at Northlake Christian School. For $10 a person, attendees enjoy all
Clarification Regarding Northshore Community Foundation: What’s In A Name
Response to last week’s article is that the Northshore Community Foundation is gathering the actual details of the project for presentation to Mayor Cooper’s office and the Covington Business Association, suggesting that the
STHS Pet of the Week
Liz is a two-year-old Domestic Shorthair kitty looking for her forever home at St. Tammany Humane Society. Liz is an independent kitty who adores people she knows best. She gets along well with
The Northshore Community Foundation: What’s In A Name?
The Northshore Community Foundation is recently in the news with regard to a controversial “Bike-Share” program supported by St. Tammany Parish President Pat Brister. The Foundation wants each municipality to pay $25,000 for
STHS Pet of the Week
Klunk is a one-year-old male, large breed mix looking for a home at St. Tammany Humane Society. Klunk was originally rescued during the devastating floods in August of 2016. Klunk is a very
STHS Pet of the Week, Unleashed Rescue Me Gala
STHS Adoptable Pet of the Week Cracken was dropped off at the door step of St. Tammany Humane Society with a note that read, “No longer want.” Cracken is a very sweet and
STHS Duck Derby & Pet of the Week
What is the Duck Derby? Duck Derby is a race of “adopted” rubber ducks with 1st, 2nd and 3rd place rubber duckies going home with cash prizes! Our Duck Derby has a twist
Disposable Heroes PTSD Awareness Day
The Disposable Heroes Project of Hammond, LA has established July 27th as PTSD Awareness Day to honor Army Staff Sergeant Joe Biel, who suffered from PTSD and took his own life. Post Traumatic
Save the Date: Ultimate Tailgate Party VII
The Exchange Club of West St. Tammany invites you to the Seventh Annual Ultimate Tailgate Party at the Tchefuncta Country Club on Saturday, August 26, 2017, 7 – 10 p.m. 13 BBQ teams
STHS Pet of the Week
Mavis is a three-year-old petite kitty waiting for her forever at St. Tammany Humane Society. Mavis is very loving and gets along with other cats. She would be wonderful for someone looking for
STHS Pet of the Week
Doge is a one-year-old medium mix pup looking for a new home at St. Tammany Humane Society. Doge does great with other animals and awesome with kids. He is very sweet and would
STHS Pet of the Week
Chiggy is a one-ear-old Domestic Shorthair kitty. She came to the St. Tammany Humane Society when a Good Samaritan found her lost in Abita Springs. Chiggy is a very sweet, laid-back cat that
STHS Pet of the Week
Peaches is a very sweet and loving five-year-old mix pup looking for a forever home at St. Tammany Humane Society. Peaches would love a place where she can lounge all day and enjoy
STHS Pets of the Week: Cindy & Cooper
Cindy (left) and Cooper (right) are two adolescent cats both rescued as strays wondering the streets of our community. They do not have to be adopted together, but would love another cat companion
STHS Pet of the Week: Cooper
Cooper is an 11-year-old large breed mix. Cooper came to St. Tammany Humane Society when his human mother was no longer able to care for him. He is a sweet dog who gets
Habitat For Humanity Women’s Build 2017
Chevron and Lowe’s Heroes will be among more than sixty volunteers to join Habitat for Humanity St. Tammany West to build decent and affordable housing as part of Habitat for Humanity’s 10th annual
It’s Mother’s Day Weekend In Downtown
It’s Mother’s Day Weekend in Downtown Covington, and there is always plenty to see and do. Rent a couple of bikes and ride around town, or take a scenic tour down the Tammany
STAA’s Seersuckers & Sazeracs
On Saturday, May 20, the St. Tammany Art Association combines two classic icons of southern living in “Seersucker and Sazeracs” at the Southern Hotel. Presented by Avanti Senior Living and The Sazerac Company,
Give NOLA Day Tuesday, May 2
Give NOLA Day is an initiative of the Greater New Orleans Foundation (GNOF) aimed on raising money for area non profits that serve a vital role to the community. The City of Covington