There will be saltwater fish and coral setups at the show in Slidell.
Herps Exotic Reptile & Pet Show
Northshore Harbor Center
100 Harbor Center Blvd.
Slidell, LA 70461
July 24, 2021
10 am – 5 pm Saturday
10 am – 4 pm Sunday
Tickets:1-Day Pass: Adult $10, Kids 5-12 $5; 2-Days: $Adult $15, Kids 5-12 $8. Kids 4 and under FREE
See fireworks along the banks of the Tchefuncte River in Madisonville.
Old-Fashioned Family Fourth
Madisonville
Banks of Tchefuncte River
702 Water St.
Madisonville, LA 70447
July 4, 2021
8:30pm
Parade, contests, food, music, fireworks at dusk
Free Admission!
There are simple things you can do that will significantly increase the value of your home. The awesome thing about this list is you can do them yourself and inexpensively. Here are the ten DIYs that you can do to increase your home’s value.
A fresh coat of paint can do wonders. Whether it is a new color or the same color, this is one of the most cost-effective home improvements you can do. A good rule of thumb is to keep the new color in neutral tones. Neutral tones make for an easy slate to add a designer’s touch. If you are in the market to sell your home, a buyer can envision themselves in your home with neutral colors. A simple fresh coat of paint on your front door can give your home’s curb appeal a lift.
Crown molding can dress up any room and bring value to your home. This upgrade can make any room looked finished and complete. This is a simple DIY project and can add character. Simply purchase decorative strips of wood and add them to your ceiling with a nail gun.
This can be a simple upgrade that can be easily overlooked. Updating door fixtures and plumbing fixtures can update your home easily. Other great ideas are to change light plates, outlet covers, light fixtures and curtain rods.
Ceiling fans are a great way to save on energy. The idea is to install ceiling fans in the bedrooms and common living areas. Lighted ceiling fans are even more of a plus for your home.
Outdated curtains or old worn-out curtains can really put a hinder on a room’s look. Replacing your curtains is an inexpensive way to update your rooms. Spend a little more on wooden blinds or custom drapes that will appeal to potential home buyers.
Updating your bathroom fixtures is a simple way to update your bathroom’s look. Old grimy outdated fixtures can really hinder your bathroom’s appeal. New modern fixtures will give your bathroom an up-to-date look. Go a little extra further and replace your towel bar, light fixtures and showerheads.
Cabinet hardware or doorknobs can dress up your cabinets and doors. Swapping these simple things can update your house.
Curb appeal is very important. Updating your front door can do wonders for your curb appeal. This also adds value to your home.
Just like an old door, a welcome mat can give a fresh welcoming look. An old ugly front door mat can influence a potential buyer. A fresh welcome mat will be a great first impression.
Storage is a big must for buyers. Having tons of storage space is a plus. Buyers see big benefits when they see ample storage space in a home. Customizing closets with shelving and drawers can also add value to your home.
Follow these ten DIY projects and you will increase the value of your home. Your home will also have a leg up in the housing market for potential buyers. A professional sales agent can help you decide what DIY projects will be most effective to improve your home’s value.
Merry Christmas in July in Covington.
Christmas Expo
Coquille Sports Complex – Gym 1
13505 Hwy. 1085
Covington, LA 70433
July 11, 2021
10am – 5pm
Price: Free
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The proceeds will go to local charities in Mandeville.
Food Truck Festival
Creole Tomateaux
1851 Florida St.
Mandeville, LA 70448
July 30, 2021
5:30pm
Free Event.
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Wadsworth Estate and another adjacent property might just be the next economic corridor in St. Tammany. Wadsworth Estates, north of Mandeville, was sold last week at auction to Mandeville developer John Crosby for $9-million. The 65 acres adjacent to the property is owned by Azby Fund. St. Tammany Parish economic development agency’s CEO Chris Masingill and St. Tammany Parish President Michael Cooper are talking with both parties about using the land for an economic corridor.
“We plan on really leaning in on this site development,” said Masingill. “We see it as a significant step in a much bigger initiative.
All three parties are in agreement to develop the 160-acres into a commercial hub. The development would include some combination of advanced manufacturing, transportation and distribution, which they say would create hundreds of new high-paying jobs for the area. The development will more than likely be eligible for tax breaks and other incentives. Masingill hopes that the tax breaks and incentives will entice manufacturers and distribution facilities.
“That is the largest … development tract in south Louisiana that has wetlands and zoning approval,” said Beau Box, a commercial real estate broker who is advising the Azby Fund. “There is a lot of positive momentum behind development there now that there is a new owner for Wadsworth.”
