Congratulations to Rick Smith, our newly elected Covington City Councilman-at-Large! Rick won the runoff election last Saturday with 67% of the vote. He has
Year: 2020
CPD Update: City Court in Session Monday, Special Procedures
From the Covington Police Department: The Covington Police Department would like to inform the citizens of Covington that our City Court will be in
STP President Mike Cooper Welcomes New Leadership at Parish Animal Shelter
St. Tammany Parish President Mike Cooper announced the appointment of Beth Brewster as the new Director of Animal Services. Brewster, who has roots in
NFB Resale Shop Moving to New Location
The Northshore Food Bank’s Resale Shop will be moving this week to a new location. Information about the Northshore Food Bank’s Resale Shop from
St. Tammany Health System COVID Update for Neighbors
Update from the St. Tammany Health System: Today at St. Tammany Health System, 21 patients are in COVID care with census of 143, and
Christ Episcopal School Student Achieves Top ACT Score
Congratulations Ben Sterling! From Christ Episcopal School: Christ Episcopal School senior Ben Sterling has earned the highest possible ACT composite score of 36. Fewer
Covington History: Highlights of History by H.A. Mackie
Covington History segment provided by local historical writer Ron Barthet. View his blog Tammany Family here. H. A. Mackie of Covington wrote an interesting
Dog Days of Summer – Frozen Treats for Your Pup
August in Louisiana can be downright brutal, even if you aren’t wearing a fur coat! It’s important to be aware of your pet’s exposure
STP Public Schools – A Few Frequently Asked Questions
The following is an excerpt from the St. Tammany Parish Public Schools website. For the full list of FAQ’s, click here: stpsb.org/coronavirus/faq.html St. Tammany
Runoff Election This Saturday August 15th – Covington City Council-at-Large
The Municipal General Election is August 15, 2020. Covington will be voting on a runoff for City Council-at-Large position. Candidates are “Rick” Smith (R)
Farmers Market Recipe: Slime-Free Okra Creole
I, like many people, was immediately thrown off okra the first time I tried it. It was stewed, maybe even from a can, and
Pic of the Week
This week’s pic ‘Covington Trailhead’ was submitted by Chelsea Cochrane. Submit your photo for “Pic of the Week” by emailing covweekly@gmail.com, posting on our
Tire Disposal Day & Bulk Debris Pickup
Mayor Mark Johnson announces “Tire Disposal Day” August 15th, 2020. Bring unwanted tires to Peter Atkins Park for environmental recycling. DEQ limits 5 per
Covington History: The History of the Star Theater
Covington History segment provided by local historical writer Ron Barthet. View his blog Tammany Family here. The Star Theater in Covington is legendary in
Runoff Election Aug 15 – Early Voting Happening Now
The Municipal General Election is August 15, 2020. Covington will be voting on a runoff for City Council-at-Large position. Candidates are “Rick” Smith (R)
Pic of the Week
This week’s pic ‘Louisiana Thursday Night’ was submitted by Cody Ludwig. Submit your photo for “Pic of the Week” by emailing covweekly@gmail.com, posting on
Covington History: Fate of Covington Founder Researched
Covington History segment provided by local historical writer Ron Barthet. View his blog Tammany Family here. The history books credit Jacques Dreux as the
Farmers Market Recipe: Zucchini Fritters with Cucumber Tomato Salad
Crispy zucchini fritters with a Mediterranean twist! Serve topped with this tzatziki recipe here, or pick some up from Nur’s Kitchen. Hot fritters are
STPPS Back to School Delayed Until After Labor Day
The St. Tammany Parish Public School System is pushing back the start date for the 2020-2021 school year to after Labor Day, following a School Board recommendation to delay school reopening.
New Animated History of Covington at the Trailhead Museum
Mayor Mark Johnson announces a new animated history video now playing daily at the Covington Trailhead Museum. Oxlot’s Whimsical History of Covington, by Wally