On Wednesday, August 26th Northshore Humane Society’s disaster response team is rescuing approximately 20 animals from the possible path of Hurricane Laura’s 100 +
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St. Tammany Parish Emergency Operations Update
Tuesday, August 25, 2020 St. Tammany Parish Officials continue to monitor Hurricane Laura and the potential impacts on St. Tammany Parish. Hurricane Laura is
St. Tammany Health System Weekly Update for Neighbors
Today at St. Tammany Health System, 19 patients are in COVID care with census of 155, and 294 COVID cases discharged since the pandemic began.
St. Tammany Parish Emergency Operations Update
Monday , August 24, 2020 St. Tammany Parish Government announced the following Emergency Operations updates at a news briefing earlier today. Parish Officials continue
Home Exterior Video Cameras for Safety – Mayor Mark
Exterior video cameras are affordable and effective – from Mayor Mark Johnson As technology has improved, costs have declined. A video surveillance system at
Congratulation Rick Smith – Council-at-Large
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
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
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)
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
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)
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
Mayor Mark on the Budget Process
The City Administration has now begun the budget process for 2021. Mayor Mark explains just what that means. “The dollars available come directly from
STP Tourist Commission Announces ‘Tammany Taste of Summer’ Savings Pass
MANDEVILLE, LA – Life’s a feast on the Northshore, so we’re celebrating with Tammany Taste of Summer and a special Summer Savings Pass sponsored
COVID Update by Zip Code – 70433 & 70435
The following is an update from Covington Mayor Mark Johnson. Sign up for Mayor Mark’s emails at www.covla.com The Post Office in Covington serves