For many of us here in the South, New Years day would be incomplete without the compliments of black-eyed peas and greens. This tradition is said to bring prosperity and good luck into the new year.
Year: 2020
Local History: Bogue Falaya Wayside Park
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.
Pic of the Week
This week’s pic ‘Old Covington Oak’ was submitted by Renee Cutrer James Submit your photo for “Pic of the Week” by emailing [email protected], posting
Pic of the Week
This week’s pic ‘Blooming in December’ was submitted by Cathy Safford Submit your photo for “Pic of the Week” by emailing [email protected], posting on
Local History: the Covington Heart Pine Knot House
It is the 100-year-old pine knot sanctuary-haven that sits just off the highway on the old Warner home property in west Covington. The shed, about 16 feet by 16 feet, features walls of intertwined heart pine knots, a tin roof, and a dirt floor, with gates leading out of the front and back…
Shop Local – Violeta’s Offers Gifts for Christmas
Here at Violeta’s Floral & Plant Shop we have lots of artisan designed gifts available! Our preserved wreaths are a beautiful gift that will last forever. We also carry an assortment of houseplants and planters for that green thumb in your life!
Give the Gift of Hope – Donate to Children’s Advocacy Center Hope House
The COVID-19 crisis has only amplified our national and local child abuse epidemic. As a united community, we can heal those emotional wounds, get justice for children, and restore faith in families, communities, and institutions.
Local History: Annadele Plantation
The site upon which the Annadele Plantation Restaurant sits has quite an interesting history. It is located on the banks of the Bogue Falaya River in one of the area’s oldest communities, Claiborne.
Pic of the Week
This week’s pic ‘H.J.’s Lantern’ was submitted by Cici Photography Submit your photo for “Pic of the Week” by emailing [email protected], posting on our
Pic of the Week
This week’s pic ‘Nandina in Bloom’ was submitted by Cathy Safford. Submit your photo for “Pic of the Week” by emailing [email protected], posting on
St. Tammany Parish President Mike Cooper Announces Decision on 2021 Mardi Gras Parades
St. Tammany Parish President Mike Cooper announced today that 2021 Mardi Gras Parades will not roll in St. Tammany.
Local History: a Tribute to Postcards
Many of the historical photographs from 100 or so years ago we have today only because they were printed on postcards. Through the wonder of that new-fangled gadget, the camera (and the fascination that came with it) people suddenly felt in love with photographs of just about anything and everything in day-to-day life.
NAMI St. Tammany Collects Gifts for Psychiatric Hospitals
While Christmas is embraced as one of the happiest holidays of the year, hundreds of St. Tammany Parish residents will spend their Christmas holiday at in-patient psychiatric facilities, away from the warmth of family and friends. You can be a Christmas Angel this year through your contribution to our annual gift-giving campaign.
St. Tammany Parish Library Modifies Hours Due To Return To Phase Two
The St. Tammany Parish Library’s Causeway, Covington, Madisonville, Mandeville, Slidell and South Slidell Branches will open with adjusted hours while continuing to offer curbside service from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Why Shop Local? A Message from Covington Weekly
Our goal with Covington Weekly is to promote the local goods and services we have available to us in this area. We believe that a strong sustainable infrastructure is built on a community that supports itself through supporting its businesses, producers and farms.
Pic of the Week
This week’s pic ‘Be Heard, Peace’ was submitted by Cici Photography Submit your photo for “Pic of the Week” by emailing [email protected], posting on
A Message From the Parish President: COVID Update
I want to wish all of you a safe and Happy Thanksgiving. As I said in my statement early last week, we know these holidays are going to be different due to COVID-19. Based on the Governor’s announcement yesterday of a move to a modified Phase 2, we now have some idea of just how different.
Pic of the Week
This week’s pic ‘Fall Roots’ was submitted by Cici Photography Submit your photo for “Pic of the Week” by emailing [email protected], posting on our
Local History: Covington in the 1940s and 1950s by Phil Pfeffer
The memories of day-to-day life in Covington in the 1940’s and 1950’s were written down by Phil Pfeffer, a graduate of Covington High School in 1958. Here is what he shared about those times from 70 years ago.
Tammany Turkey Trot Benefits Food Bank on Thanksgiving Day
The City of Covington presents the 3rd annual Tammany Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2020.