After Weeks of Improvement in COVID Hospitalizations and Case Counts, Louisiana Will Move to Phase 3, Statewide Mask Mandate Will Continue
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AAUW Northshore Sponsors Civic Education Program to Discuss US Foreign Policy
The Northshore branch (formerly Covington-Mandeville) of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) is again sponsoring the Great Decisions program, an offering of the Foreign Policy Association, as a community outreach.
Word of the Week
voracious adjective \vaw-RAY-shus\ 1 : having a huge appetite : ravenous 2 : excessively eager : insatiable Did You Know? Voracious is one of
Quote of the Week
“There is no instinct like that of the heart.” – Lord Byron George Gordon Byron, 6th Baron Byron, FRS (22 January 1788 – 19 April
Farmers Market Recipe – Daikon & Sweet Potato Soup PLUS Honey Lime Vinaigrette
Why Eat Daikons? Daikon is a winter radish variety resembling a large white carrot. Their flavor is described as mild compared to other radish varieties – crisp, slightly sweet and spicy.
Local History: African Americans in Covington by Dr. Eva Baham
“African Americans in Covington” is a collection of stories, memories and photographs covering the history, lives and triumphs of Covington’s African American community. Written by by Dr. Eva Semien Baham with forward by Rev. Mallery Callahan…
St. Tammany Health System Adds Another Autism-Certified Department
St. Tammany Pediatrics joins St. Tammany Health System pediatric inpatient and emergency departments in earning the Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) designation, granted by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES)
Friends of the Library Hosts Book Sale This Saturday
Stop by this Saturday February 27th from 9 am – 4 pm for the Friends of the Library Book Sale!
Quote of the Week
“Stand for something or you will fall for anything. Today’s mighty oak is yesterday’s nut that held its ground.” – Rosa Parks
NHS Adoptable Pet of the Week
Venus and her three pups (Jupiter, Pluto and Mars) were part of a larger group of animals transferred to Northshore Humane Society from a municipal shelter who was out of space and out of time.
Word of the Week
limn verb \LIM\ 1 : to draw or paint on a surface 2 : to outline in clear sharp detail : delineate 3 :
“The Glass Menagerie” Opens at Playmakers Community Theater this Weekend
Tickets are on sale now for The Glass Menagerie at Playmakers Community Theater, opening Saturday, February 20th and running through March 7th, 2021. Showings are Saturdays 7 pm and Sundays 2pm.
Covington Comprehensive Plan 2030 Web-Meeting Monday February 22nd
Covington Comprehensive Plan 2030 meetings continue with a Steering Committee & Stakeholders webinar on Monday, February 22nd, 2021. This meeting is open to the public, register in advance here.
Word of the Week
belie verb \bih-LYE\ 1 a : to give a false impression ofb : to present an appearance not in agreement with2 a : to
Rescues from Alleged Dogfighting Ring in Need of Foster at Northshore Humane
On Friday, February 12th the pitbulls confiscated from an alleged dogfighting ring in Hammond were transported to no-kill animal rescue, Northshore Humane Society, for a second chance after living chained or secured to trees in a backyard for years.
Covington Weekly Introduces New Historic Walking Tour
Covington Weekly is excited to introduce the new Historic Walking Tour, a map and guide of historic locations in downtown Covington! Find the map in the latest edition of our Quarterly publication, out now at these fine locations…
Word of the Week
gadabout noun \GAD-uh-bout\ : a person who goes from place to place in social activity Did You Know? If you had to pick the
Quote of the Week
“Seek patience and passion in equal amounts. Patience alone will not build the temple. Passion alone will destroy its walls.” – Maya Angelou
Word of the Week
insouciance noun \in-SOO-see-unss\ : lighthearted unconcern : nonchalance Did You Know? Don’t worry; be insouciant. Perhaps your mind will rest easier if we explain
Farmers’ Market Recipe: Lion’s Mane “Crab” Cakes
Who doesn’t love crab cakes? Well for starters, people who don’t eat crab. But that doesn’t mean that you want to miss out on the delectable flavor experience that has made this dish a southern staple. In comes lion’s mane mushrooms to save the day!