“Breaking down barriers, enabling independence.” The Deaf Action Center is committed to helping the deaf and hearing impaired lead independent and productive lives. Their
Month: April 2012
The Walking Stick
This insect resembles sticks or leaves, and their natural camouflage is an important form of defense. They have the ability to remain motionless for
Louisiana Crawfish Boil
Nothing says Louisiana like mudbugs, and we love our crawfish boils in Covington. The crawfish have been plentiful this season, and still coming! Share
Flat Stanley Visits Covington, LA!
Flat Stanley’s nation-wide popularity has brought him to many great cities in this country, and this week he was ‘delivered’ to Covington, Louisiana. Here
The Magnolia Tree: Beautiful and Beneficial
The magnolia tree is a popular sight in the South, common on antebellum plantations and front lawns. Historically, the magnolia is known around the
Lyrid Meteor Shower to Peak
The Lyrid meteor shower should be at its best on the nights of April 20 and 21. Because of the new moon, conditions will
St. Tammany Parish School Board Looking for Old Photographs
The St. Tammany Parish School Board would like to locate photographs of four men who served as superintendents in the early 1900’s. Photos of
City of Covington to Enforce Standing Ordinances Prohibiting Pets at Public Events
The City of Covington is requesting that attendees of public events adhere to the city’s 1999 and 2004 ordinances advising that the presence of
Deacon John to Perform at Rockin’ the Rails This Week
This Thursday, Deacon John will be performing at Rockin’ the Rails. Deacon John Moore is a native New Orleans musician whose career spans 50
Rockin’ the Rails Every Thursday in April
Rockin’ the Rails is a free concert series held annually every Thursday in April and October at the Covington Trailhead, from 5 p.m. to
Edible Flowers
Flowers can turn an ordinary yard into an oasis, but did you know they can spruce up culinary dishes as well? There are a
Neighborhood Watch Meeting
The public is invited to attend a Neighborhood Watch Meeting for Area #2 on Wednesday, April 11th at 6:30 p.m. at the Covington Police
The Giant Swallowtail
The swallowtail butterfly is common in various parts of North America, mainly found in the south and east in the United States. With a
Covington is District Winner in Louisiana Garden Club Federation’s Annual Cleanest City Contest
The City of Covington is now eligible to advance to the State competition, with judging to take place on Wednesday, May 9, at 8
Art Market on Lee Lane
Local Artists Participate in “A Taste of Covington” Last week was the beginning of a busy spring for Downtown Covington. The first annual “Taste
Beneficial Herbs You Can Collect Anywhere: Dandelions
There are many beneficial herbs that grow wild across the US. One of the most common of them is dandelion. Dandelions are originally from
The Green Anole
Polychrotidae: a family of lizards known as anoles Anoles are small and common lizards that can be found throughout the southeastern United States, the
Free Style: Trunk Show & Networking Event
“Free Style” featured the works of local Northshore fashion designers including 1980 boudoir, Trapped in Time Designs, These Aren’t Your Grandmother’s Pearls, and the