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Local History: Bogue Falaya Shopping Plaza

March 2, 2021March 2, 20214 min read

Back in the 1970’s Covington had its own shopping mall, the Bogue Falaya Plaza. It was a medium-sized all indoor shopping center with a number of shops…

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“Chillin’ at the River” Free Concert Postponed Due to Weather

February 9, 2021February 9, 20211 min read

The City of Covington’s free concert “Chillin’ at the River” that was scheduled for Thursday, February 11th, 2021, has been postponed due to expected bad weather. Stay tuned for updates on a rescheduled date!

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Live Music Local Events

Four Unplugged Plays Mardi Gras Themed Free Concert at the Bogue Falaya Park

February 2, 2021February 9, 20212 min read

Next Thursday we will be Chillin’ at the River again, this time for a Mardi Gras themed free concert. On February 11th at 5:15 pm, join the City of Covington at the Bogue Falaya Park for some free live music and socially distanced fun!

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Local History: Bogue Falaya Wayside Park

December 30, 2020December 30, 202013 min read

Bogue Falaya Park in Covington was a happening place in the beginning of the 20th Century. There were all kinds of dances, plays and general get-togethers in the park.

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Chillin’ at the River with Cameron Dupuy and the Cajun Troubadours this Saturday

December 22, 2020December 22, 20201 min read

Come out to one last concert of the year at the Bogue Falaya Park! The day after Christmas, Cameron Dupuy and the Cajun Troubadours will perform for a free live concert on the river.

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Chillin’ at the River Continues with Dat Band at the Bogue Falaya Park

November 4, 2020November 4, 20202 min read

Spread out and chill out to some live music – social distancing style. For those who have made it out to any of the

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Chillin’ at the River – Free Concerts at the Bogue Falaya Park

October 19, 2020October 19, 20202 min read

Spread out and chill out to some live music – social distancing style.

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6th Annual Quack-A-Falaya Duck Race This Saturday

September 23, 2020September 23, 20202 min read

The Covington Rotary Club announces their 6th Annual Quack-A-Falaya Rubber Duck Race on the Bogue Falaya this Saturday September 26th, 2020. This Celebration of

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Pic of the Week

September 2, 2020September 2, 20201 min read

This week’s pic “Elephant Ears at the Landing” was submitted by Chelsea Cochrane. Submit your photo for “Pic of the Week” by emailing covweekly@gmail.com,

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Covington History: Highlights of History by H.A. Mackie

August 13, 2020August 6, 20209 min read

Covington History segment provided by local historical writer Ron Barthet. View his blog Tammany Family here. H. A. Mackie of Covington wrote an interesting

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Covington History: Fate of Covington Founder Researched

August 4, 2020August 4, 20204 min read

Covington History segment provided by local historical writer Ron Barthet. View his blog Tammany Family here. The history books credit Jacques Dreux as the

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Covington History: 1988 Historical Walking Tour

July 16, 2020July 16, 20208 min read

Covington History segment provided by local historical writer Ron Barthet. View his blog Tammany Family here. The City of Covington compiled a list of

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Sunset at the Landing this Friday

July 14, 2020July 14, 20201 min read

The Sunset at the Landing Free Concert Series continues this Friday July 17th, 2020 at the Columbia Street Landing (Columbia Street at the River)

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Volunteers: KCB River Sweep 2019 September 28

August 23, 2019August 23, 20192 min read

Keep Covington Beautiful is sponsoring its annual Bogue Falaya River Sweep, a litter cleanup on the Bogue Falaya River, on Saturday, September 28th.  KCB

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To Dredge Or Not To Dredge, What Is The Motivation?

June 1, 20175 min read

Historically, here in Covington, the beautiful and scenic Bogue Falaya River was dredged in order to accept larger vessels from the south shore and

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Jolly Roger Paddler’s Club River Clean Up

June 2, 2016August 1, 20161 min read

The Jolly Roger Paddler’s Club is a kayak and canoe paddling club based in Covington, established for all who enjoy the rivers for recreational

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Sunset At The Landing Concert Series Continues This Friday

October 14, 2015October 15, 20151 min read

Sunset at the Landing is brought to you by the City of Covington, Heritage Bank of St. Tammany and the Covington Farmer’s Market. Enjoy

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Annual Bogue Falaya River Sweep Trash Collection Event This Saturday

September 16, 2015September 16, 20153 min read

Keep Covington Beautiful is sponsoring its annual Bogue Falaya River Sweep, a litter clean-up on the Bogue Falaya River, on Saturday, September 19th. KCB

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KCB Announces Annual River Sweep on the Bogue Falaya – September 19th

August 19, 20153 min read

Keep Covington Beautiful is sponsoring its annual Bogue Falaya River Sweep, a litter clean-up on the Bogue Falaya River, on Saturday, September 19th. KCB

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St. Tammany Humane Society Gets Their Ducks In A Row – Race on the Bogue Falaya Saturday

July 15, 20152 min read

On Saturday July 18th, 5000 Rubber Derby Ducks will be released into the wild as they race down the Bogue Falaya River within Covington’s

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