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Month: November 2020

Quote & Word of the Week Quote of the Week

Quote of the Week

November 29, 2020November 23, 2020

“The Holy Land is everywhere.”
– Black Elk

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Pet of the Week

Adoptable Pet of the Week

November 29, 2020November 6, 2020

At the young age of two, Cheeto found herself homeless, trying to care for two innocent babies. Luckily for her, she stumbled across a kind individual’s home who immediately took her to Northshore Humane Society for help.

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Local News Parish News

A Message From the Parish President: COVID Update

November 25, 2020November 25, 2020

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.

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Pic of the Week

Pic of the Week

November 25, 2020November 25, 2020

This week’s pic ‘Fall Roots’ was submitted by Cici Photography Submit your photo for “Pic of the Week” by emailing covweekly@gmail.com, posting on our

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Parish News

‘Holiday of Lights’ Drive-Thru at Koop Drive Starts Dec 4

November 25, 2020November 25, 2020

The Holiday of Lights display will be open on Koop Drive in Mandeville, as a drive-thru only sightseeing event, Fridays through Sundays from 5 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. in December, as well as Christmas Eve and Christmas night.

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This Week at the Farmer's Market

This Week at the Farmers Market by Charlene LeJeune

November 25, 2020November 25, 2020

Happy Thanksgiving, friends! Well, it seems many of our market vendors are taking advantage of the holiday to enjoy with family.

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Local History

Local History: Covington in the 1940s and 1950s by Phil Pfeffer

November 24, 2020December 4, 2020

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.

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Local Events Shop Local

‘Christmas in the Country’ Shop Local Event Kicks Off After Thanksgiving in Covington

November 24, 2020December 3, 2020

The City of Covington and merchants of Lee Lane present Christmas in the Country, an annual event happening Friday and Saturday after Thanksgiving, and every Saturday until Christmas.

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Farmers Market Recipes

Farmers’ Market Recipe: Twice Baked Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

November 24, 2020November 24, 2020

Sweet potatoes are here at the Covington Farmers’ Market! I don’t know about you, but my favorite sides for Thanksgiving dinner seem to center around sweet potatoes (after Mom’s baked mac-n-cheese, of course).

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Local Events Shop Local

Violeta’s Flower & Plant Shop GRAND OPENING This Weekend

November 23, 2020November 24, 2020

Please stop in and meet the owner & designer, Sara, at our GRAND OPENING this WEEKEND (November 28th & 29th from 10 am – 4 pm) at 708 East Boston St. in downtown Covington, LA.

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Quote & Word of the Week Quote of the Week

Quote of the Week

November 23, 2020November 23, 2020

“Go forward with courage. When you are in doubt, be still, and wait; when doubt no longer exists for you, then go forward with

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Quote & Word of the Week Word of the Week

Word of the Week

November 22, 2020November 23, 2020

vaunted adj. \VAWN-tud\ : highly or widely praised or boasted about Did You Know? The verb vaunt has been used since the 15th century

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Pet of the Week

Adoptable Pet of the Week

November 22, 2020November 6, 2020

Wiggles is a three-year-old large breed mix pulled from a municipal shelter who was out of space. This spirited girl loves her people and would be great for an active couple or family.

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Wildlife Lookout

Wildlife Lookout: Weird Facts About the Wild Turkey

November 21, 2020November 21, 2020

Turkeys have long been associated with a traditional Thanksgiving feast, but how much else do we know about them? Here are some interesting and little-known facts about turkeys.

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Local News

Tammany Turkey Trot Benefits Food Bank on Thanksgiving Day

November 19, 2020November 19, 2020

The City of Covington presents the 3rd annual Tammany Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2020.

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Art Event

St. Tammany Art Association Announces Degas Pastel Society National Exhibition Opening Dec 5th

November 19, 2020November 19, 2020

St. Tammany Art Association (STAA) presents a new exhibition, “Degas Pastel Society 18th Biennial National Exhibition,” on display December 5 through January 30, 2021 in the Miriam Barranger Gallery of the Arthouse.

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Pic of the Week

Pic of the Week

November 18, 2020November 18, 2020

This week’s pic ‘A Fall Walk on River Road’ was submitted by Cici Photography Submit your photo for “Pic of the Week” by emailing

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Non Profit Spotlight

How to Host a Food Drive for Northshore Food Bank

November 18, 2020November 18, 2020

Each year, the Northshore Food Bank distributes over 1 million pounds of food to the residents of St. Tammany and Washington parishes. This year the Food Bank saw an increase of more than 110% in the number of individuals and families they serve due to COVID.

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Non Profit Spotlight

Thanksgiving Donations at Northshore Humane Society

November 18, 2020November 18, 2020

For the price of a movie ticket, $13.90, you can provide food to an animal in need for an entire month. Together we can make Thanksgiving Day special for a homeless dog or cat. Your special gift will give an innocent animal the second chance and loving family they have always deserved.

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CPD Updates

Covington Police Department’s Caroline Darby Christmas Wish Toy Giveaway Update

November 18, 2020November 18, 2020

Due to COVID-19, The Caroline Darby Christmas Wish Toy Giveaway will be implementing a safety plan this year to ensure all attendees and volunteers stay safe. Although we are implementing a safety plan, we will continue to do our best in making the children of our community smile a little bigger this Holiday Season.

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