Last week, Northshore Food Bank shared some of the impacts the COVID-19 pandemic had on the organization and the community.
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Local History: African Americans in Covington by Dr. Eva Baham
“African Americans in Covington” is a collection of stories, memories and photographs covering the history, lives and triumphs of Covington’s African American community. Written by by Dr. Eva Semien Baham with forward by Rev. Mallery Callahan…
Covington Porch Fest – Free Live Music this Saturday
On Saturday December 12th from 2 – 5 pm, the Covington Business Association presents the Covington Porch Fest, live music by local artists at various locations around downtown Covington. Bring your chairs and picnic blankets for this free event benefiting the Northshore Food Bank!
Louisiana Shop Local Artists Week – December 6 – 12, 2020
All around the nation, artists of all genres, arts organizations and cultural economy businesses are planning celebrations of the arts and the professionals whose talents create the rich cultural fabric of our state.
Local History: Covington in the 1940s and 1950s by Phil Pfeffer
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.
How to Host a Food Drive for Northshore Food Bank
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.
Local Beer & Bites Crawl Supports Covington Boys & Girls Club – Tickets SOLD OUT
Tickets are SOLD OUT for the inaugural Beer & Bites Stroll! If you didn’t get a chance to get them, you can still donate to the Covington Boys & Girls Club or learn how you can volunteer here.
Donation Opportunities for the Covington Community
November is traditionally the month of giving, and many in our community have suffered hardships this year. Thankfully there are a number of organizations in our area designed to help our local neighbors.
New Covington Concert Band – First Meeting November 2nd
The City of Covington is partnering with local musicians to form the Covington Concert Band, a new concept to create another outlet for local
Non-Profit Spotlight: Boys & Girls Club Continues Community Aid Programs
Since 1965, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeast Louisiana has been a leading provider of both after-school and summer enrichment programs focused on
Broken Trust by Nick Tranchina
We as a community want to trust our leaders and believe they have our best interest in mind and will do the right thing when no one is looking. That is really a simple expectation and not far fetched – Right?
West 30’s Task Force Public Meeting
The West 30’s Task Force Community Meeting takes place this Thursday, January 25, 2018 from 6 p.m. To 8 p.m. At the Harrison Curriculum
CPD Delivers Meals for the New Year
The Covington Police Department started off 2018 doing what they do best, helping one of the Covington Churches deliver meals to those a little
Local Bias
By Beverly Hobbs Shea There really is a lot to be said for living in a small community. True, there can be various challenges
STHS: Laying the Foundation for a No-Kill St. Tammany
The St. Tammany Humane Society serves St. Tammany Parish as the only non-profit, non-governmental animal sheltering and welfare organization for more than 55 years.
Back to School Reminder From Chief Lentz
Summer is now halfway through and area schools are preparing to resume. In anticipation of the extra traffic during school zone times, Chief Lentz
FD12 Donates to CCST for Flood Relief Efforts
The St. Tammany Parish Fire District 12 / Fire Fighters Association – Local 4800 gave a donation to Concerned Citizens of St. Tammany for
Esther Festival takes place at Bogue Falaya Park on Saturday, November 7, 2015
A Message From Token of Love You are cordially invited to the 1st Annual Esther Festival, to be held November 7, 2015, in Bogue Falaya Park
STAA Presents ‘Divergent Views’ Lecture with Mary Monk and Carol Hallock
Join the St. Tammany Art Association for a dual lecture by Carol Hallock and Mary Monk. Two great painting friends, who both work from
Junior League of Greater Covington Hosts Open House This Thursday
The Junior League of Greater Covington is hosting an open house for prospective members on Thursday, July 30 at 6:30pm at 529 North Columbia