I was asked recently if I follow standards of journalistic ethics, to which I replied, “Of course not, there are no ethics in journalism.”
Category: Local News
What’s going on in Covington, LA?
Parish President Brister Kills Sales Tax
Parish President Pat Brister moved to rescind the ¾ cent Economic Development District Sales Tax that was enacted on January 1st of this year.
Bon Voyage To STEDF’s Brenda Bertus
The St. Tammany Economic Development Foundation is going to be dissolved. Over the years, in my role as a correspondent for Covington Weekly, I
CEO of STEDF Announces Retirement
Covington Weekly has followed the STEDF since Helis Oil & Gas made an attempt to perform fracking operations in St. Tammany Parish. An announcement
STHS Pet of the Week
Ziggy is a five-month-old large breed mix. Ziggy and his siblings were rescued by a Good Samaritan and brought to St. Tammany Humane Society.
Thank You To The Covington Police Department
The Covington Police Department is open 24/7 for Emergencies (call 911) and Non-Emergencies (call 985-892-8500). “Early this morning the men and women of the
In Memorium: The Legacy of Frank “Rusty” Burns
Frank “Rusty” Burns was a whistleblower for upper level sexual misconduct in the parish before the term was even a thing. Mr. Burns passed
Cannabis Poll Recap: Decrim Vs. De-Emphasis
Covington Weekly ran an unofficial poll with regard to cannabis decriminalization in the City of Covington with overwhelmingly favorable response. Regardless of the response,
Scoots & Life with the EarthLeaks
Introducing “SCOOTS + Life With The Earthleaks” (J. Rees 2017). It’s about a little alien that is trapped on earth with what it refers
DA Montgomery To Launch “Fresh Start” Program
District Attorney Warren Montgomery will launch his new Fresh Start Program on Saturday, November 18, 2017, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the
Public Opinion Poll Results: Cannabis Decriminalization
Last week, CW offered an unofficial poll regarding Public Opinion on Cannabis Decriminalization in Covington. This also led to the creation of a petition
This Week In Downtown Covington
Rockin’ the Rails begins this Thursday at the Covington Trailhead with Louis Prima Jr. and The Witnesses! Food and beverages are available for purchase
Freedom of Speech
THIS IS NOT DISRESPECT. THIS IS A DISTRESS SIGNAL. THIS FLAG REPRESENTS A GROUP OF PEOPLE WHO ATTEMPTED TO DEFEAT THEIR FINANCIAL CONTROLLERS AND
This Week in Downtown Covington
The September Block Party takes place this Friday evening in historic downtown Covington. It’s an evening of classic and contemporary cars, music, food &
CBA Statement on proposed Bikeshare Program
Some have followed the bizarre story (here, here, and here and also here plus here as well) of the Northshore Community Foundation’s proposed BikeShare
Public Opinion Poll Regarding Cannabis Possession
Louisiana introduced Medical Marijuana Legislation and the New Orleans City Council voted on measures to decriminalize cannabis possession over the last year. This allows
Meet the Covington Police Department
In an effort to introduce our local police officers to the community and provide an opportunity for the CPD to highlight their outstanding officers,
This Week in Downtown Covington
The 7th Covington Business Resource Workshop takes place this Thursday, September 21 at the Bogue Falaya Hall in the City Hall Building. The workshop
21st Century Carpetbaggers in the New Reconstruction
Note: This essay was published April 24, 2015 on Catastrophe of Infinite Regression Blog 21st Century Carpetbaggers In The New Reconstruction: Let The Good
STHS Pet of the Week
Johnny Walker is a three-year-old large breed mix with a heart that matches his size! His bold personality and gentle temperament makes him a