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Year: 2012
Box Turtle
The earliest known turtles date from 215 million years ago, making turtles one of the oldest reptile groups. Like other reptiles, turtles are ectotherms,
Planting a Hanging Basket
Most wire-framed hanging baskets are sold with a moss lining which is essential for moisture retention. Equal parts peat-based and loam-based compost makes an
Pet Care: The Importance of Fresh Water
As we move into the Spring and Summer months, the importance of fresh water for your pet is critical. Dogs and cats do not
Beautification Checklist
The 54th Annual Louisiana Garden Club Federation’s Cleanest City Contest judging will be April 4th. The Covington Garden Club has compiled a “Beautification Checklist”
Youth Service Bureau
The Youth Service Bureau was founded in 1981 at the request of Judge John W. Greene. Today the Youth Service Bureau provides advocacy, counseling,
Luana K. Perez Photography
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Fox Squirrel
The Fox Squirrel can grow to 28″ from head to tail. In the South, it is generally grayish or grizzled with a dark head,
John Wharton Collins
Covington was originally founded as the Town of Wharton on July 4, 1813 by John Wharton Collins. He laid the town out in its
Pet Care: Nail Trimming
Keeping your pet’s nails trimmed is important if they do not walk on surfaces that will naturally wear them down. In general, dog nails
Saturday Night Art Walk
Get ready for the upcoming spring festivities by enjoying a leisurely stroll through downtown Covington on Saturday night. Several art galleries will be staying
Playmakers Theater
The Playmakers Theatre is a non-profit for the arts started in 1955. Playmakers holds community plays each year as well as offering many excellent
Courthouse by Jessy Williamson
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Common Woodpeckers in Southern Louisiana
The Red-Bellied Woodpecker is common over much of the South, making it’s home in open and swampy woodlands. A small bird of only 10″,
Parasites and Your Pet
Parasites like fleas, ticks and internal worms can be detrimental to the health of your pet. In Louisiana, the threat of parasites is year-round.
The Old Southern Hotel: Then and Now
The Southern Hotel first opened its doors on June 1st, 1907. It offered all amenities of luxury for its time; ballrooms, galleries, a tennis
The St. Tammany Art Association
The St. Tammany Art Association was founded in 1958 by a small group of civic-minded individuals dedicated to bringing art to western St. Tammany
The Great Blue Heron
This large North American heron is common on fresh as well as salt waters, and is frequently found standing at the edge of a
Covington: The Sanitarium of the South
Covington was announced “The Healthiest Place in the United States” by the the United States Census Bureau in 1890. In that year, out of
Columbia Street Landing: The Birthplace of the City
From its founding, Covington was an important trade center, linking the river to the lake and New Orleans. The river was dredged to allow