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🌱 How new tax guidelines from Covington could shape your next ballot

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What's up Covington! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How new tax guidelines from Covington could shape your next ballot
  • What Jabbia's sudden retirement means for Covington's school community now.
  • See how Covington's Archbishop Hannan ranks among Louisiana private schools

Also on today's calendar: Trivia Night! and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Humid; an afternoon t-storm, with a high of 88 and low of 73 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Humid; heavy p.m. t-storms, temps: high: 86, low: 73.
  • Saturday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 85 and low of 72 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• St. Tammany ChamberPAC Issues Tax Proposition Guidelines (bizneworleans.com) — From Covington, the St. Tammany ChamberPAC has rolled out detailed voter guidelines to help you better understand future parishwide sales, property, and parcel tax proposals. The framework emphasizes clear revenue estimates, spending plans, and accountability measures, and will guide both local taxing bodies and ChamberPAC's own recommendations on upcoming tax propositions.
   

• St. Tammany superintendent announces immediate retirement amid controversy (wdsu.com) — St. Tammany Parish school superintendent Frank Jabbia has abruptly retired following intense criticism over how child abuse allegations were handled at E.E. Lyon Elementary in Covington. Parents, advocates, and local officials say his departure is only a first step, as the district now faces pressure to complete investigations, support affected families, and appoint new leadership to rebuild public trust.
   

• Best private high schools in Louisiana (westcentralsbest.com) — Louisiana's latest private high school rankings include Archbishop Hannan High School in Covington, which earns an overall A grade and serves grades 8–12. With 659 students and an 11:1 student-teacher ratio, it's highlighted among the state's top 25 options for families considering private education.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • What a beautiful morning!
    The hummingbirds are so active in my yard! I can't tear myself away from the incredible activity. Are they this active in anyone else's yard today? (Nextdoor West Covington)
  • Food is great, good value.
    Love the breakfast. Steak and eggs is my favorite. (Nextdoor Green Woods)
  • Circle K posted a job opening for Team Member in Covington. Apply here.
  • GPS Hospitality | Burger King posted a job opening for Restaurant Assistant Manager in Covington. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Covington here.

🗞 Nearby News

Madisonville

  • St. Tammany man attacked by former STPSO Sheriff Randy Smith files lawsuit: Court documents (wgno.com)
  • Protect College Sports Act Nears Touchdown With Approval By U.S. Senate – On To The House Of Representatives (tigerrag.com)

Mandeville

  • Mandeville, LA, Remembers Randy Fischer as Friends and Community Pay Tribute (theunionstar.com)
  • Saints Bring in Ten for Tryouts on Off Days (wgno.com)
  • What Now Accelerate Event in New Orleans Brings Operators and Industry Partners Together (whatnow.com)

Ok Covington! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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