Summer in Louisiana would be incomplete without dragonflies – or as we like to call them – Mosquito Hawks. I remember as a kid late summer afternoons, sitting at the banks of the river and watching these incredibly agile fliers swoop and dive, catching their dinner.
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Hoot Dat! A Guide to Louisiana Owls
According to the Louisiana Bird Records Committee (LBRC) of the Louisiana Ornithological Society, there are four owls of the family Strigidae and one in the family Tytonidae that are common in Louisiana. Those are the eastern screech owl, the barred owl, the short-eared owl, the great horned owl and the common barn owl.
Flora of Covington: Facts About the Bald Cypress
There are many cypress trees in Covington, but how much do we really know about them? Learn more about Louisiana’s State Tree here! Bald
Flora of Covington: Goldenrod and Ragweed – Friend or Foe?
by Chelsea Cochrane It seems like every season is allergy season for something in the South, especially in our particularly sub-tropical region of it.
Farmers Market Recipe: Pan-Fried Chanterelle Mushrooms
A culinary favorite, chanterelle season is highly anticipated by chefs around the world. Full of rich flavor reminiscent of apricots, the golden chanterlles are
Flora of Covington: 10 Facts You Didn’t Know About Azaleas
Azaleas are an ornamental favorite across the globe – lightly scented flowers come in an array of colors and variations. These bushes are very
Flora of Covington: the Southern Magnolia
Our iconic image of the South would be incomplete without the inclusion of the Southern magnolia. Known scientifically as Magnolia grandiflora, it certainly lives
Northshore Food Bank Shares Impacts from 2020 Pandemic
Last week, Northshore Food Bank shared some of the impacts the COVID-19 pandemic had on the organization and the community.
Local History: the Covington Heart Pine Knot House
It is the 100-year-old pine knot sanctuary-haven that sits just off the highway on the old Warner home property in west Covington. The shed, about 16 feet by 16 feet, features walls of intertwined heart pine knots, a tin roof, and a dirt floor, with gates leading out of the front and back…
St. Tammany Parish Launches Public Involvement for New Directions 2040
St. Tammany Parish President Mike Cooper announced the first round of public involvement opportunities for New Directions 2040 — the update to the Parish’s Comprehensive Plan. These events will introduce the initiative, explain the role of the Comprehensive Plan in decision-making on land use and infrastructure, and show how residents, businesses, and other stakeholders can participate.
Mayor Mark Storm Update – Hurricane Zeta
Hurricane Zeta Prep Update from City of Covington Mayor Mark Johnson. Sign up for email updates at www.covla.com Covington’s own meteorologist Michael Efferson offers
Nov 3 Voting Information for St. Tammany Parish – Early Voting Happening Now
The following information is from the St. Tammany Parish Registrar of Voters. Visit www.stprov.org or the Louisiana Secretary of State Office at www.sos.la.gov for
STP Public Schools Start Back Next Week
The St. Tammany Parish Public School System is starting back up next week for the 2020-2021 school year. STPPS shares some frequently asked questions,
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
Playmakers “The Haunting of Hill House” Runs Through November 16th
Cut off from the outside world by its remote location and shunned by all who know its forbidding and sinister reputation, Hill House has