Covington Officials MS “Field Trip”
Recently, Covington Councilmen Mark Verret and Patrick McMath joined Mayor Mark Johnson, Councilman Clay Madden of Mandeville and environmental enthusiast Ross Richardson on a
Larry Rolling Receives Legislator of the Year
“I feel blessed, humbled, and lucky to work in a community I love so much. It is a great privilege to serve my community and to be recognized with this award for the work I’ve done. It motivates me as a public servant to do more for the City of Covington and St. Tammany Parish,” said Rolling.
A Statement From Parish Presidential Candidate Karen Champagne
If elected, it is my intention to end the “pay-to-play” politics in St. Tammany Parish. To do this, the East & West Chambers will have the same access as any other citizen–nothing more, nothing less.”
DOTD: Complete Roadway Closure LA 36 – Monday
There will be a complete road closure on LA 36, approximately 0.9 miles from the LA 21/LA 36 junction (110 feet West of Opelousas
NHS Pet of the Week
Candyman (AKA Rocky), a 2 and a half year old mixed breed, hasn’t had the easiest life. He was brought to us by a
Nelson Qualifies for District 89 House Seat
Mandeville, LA (Aug. 6, 2019) – Mandeville native Richard Nelson qualified to run as a Republican for the District 89 seat of the Louisiana
STPSO: Credit Card Skimmer Found
In the past two years, LDAF inspectors have confiscated 48 skimming devices throughout the state.
Public Notice: Tower Construction
This is to notify the public of the proposed construction of application number A1140541 at Latitude 30 28 46.8 Longitude -90 04 29.7, in Covington, LA. The structure will be a monopole with the overall AGL height of 199ft, with no anticipated lighting required. A statement that interested persons may review the application by going to fcc.gov/asr/applications and entering the Form 854 File Number.
School Zones Back in Effect
“With the start of the school year right around the corner, the Covington Police Department would like to remind drivers in Covington of a
LA Medical Marijuana: In Pharmacies This Week
In Louisiana, eligible conditions include the following: cancer, positive status for HIV, AIDS, cachexia or wasting syndrome, seizure disorders, epilepsy, spasticity, Crohn’s disease, muscular dystrophy, multiple sclerosis, glaucoma, Parkinson’s disease, severe muscle spasms, intractable pain, post traumatic stress disorder, and some symptoms of autism spectrum disorder.
Bartholomew to Qualify for STP District Judge, Division F
St. Tammany Parish Assistant District Attorney Harold S. Bartholomew, Jr. has announced he will seek election to to the state’s 22nd Judicial District Court
Eric Lowe Announces Candidacy for STPC Dist. 6
I am announcing my candidacy for the Sixth District of the St. Tammany Parish Council. I am a resident of St. Tammany Parish since
Whatever Happened to the Kids on the Milk Carton? Human Trafficking as an Institutional Problem – Opinion
The main issue with uncovering trafficking operations is that in many cases, it is discovered that people in official positions are helping to facilitate the operations.
CPD Investigating Shooting, Red Beans Cook-Off Roundup
The Covington Police Department is actively investigating a shooting that occurred Tuesday night around 11:30 p.m. Resulting in a 24-year-old male shot near the intersection of N. Filmore Street and Schultz Alley
Back to School for St. Tammany, Child Safety Seat Law Changes
Is Your Child At Risk? Free Child Safety Seat Assistance is Available in Covington at several different locations! (Call for Appointment)
St. Tammany Fire District 13 (985-898-4913), Covington Police Department (985-892-8500)
CPD Promotions, New Body Cameras
The Covington Police Department is excited to announce the promotion of Mark Dugas from the rank of Officer to the rank of Sergeant. Sergeant
$3.5 Million Roadway Improvement Project Begins in Covington Area
Pat Brister, St. Tammany Parish President announced today the start of a $3.5 million roadway improvement investment on Highway 1085 (Bootlegger Road) in the
CFD Firefighter’s Association Donates Check to Firefighter
The CFD’s Firefighters Association recently gifted Firefighter and Paramedic Dustin Moreau a check for $1,000. Dustin lost his belongings when his Covington area condominium
STPG Preparedness Posture
Pat Brister, St. Tammany Parish President, her administration and emergency operations personnel continue to monitor any potential impacts of Potential Tropical Cyclone Two, currently
CPD Investigating Gunshots Fired
The Covington Police Department is actively investigating an incident of gunshots fired at a large gathering near the intersection of West 28th Avenue and