Fourth District candidates weigh in on partisanship in Washington
Candidates for Georgia's Fourth Congressional District were asked at a forum last week what they would do about the failure of elected representatives in Washington to cooperate with one another.
Nonprofits now need alcohol license for special events
The city approved an amendment to its alcohol ordinance last week.
RWR, Authority working to resolve conflict
CONYERS — Representatives of Rockdale Water Resources and the Rockdale Water and Sewerage Authority met with county officials Friday to begin working out their differences.
School system, community bid farewell to King
A farewell reception for Dr. Samuel King, superintendent of Rockdale County schools, was held Friday afternoon.
Woman injured in domestic dispute
A woman was injured Thursday after she was slung off a moving vehicle.
Five injured in I-20 wreck
Five people were injured in a one-car accident on I-20 Friday morning.
Alcovy graduates more than 300
More than 300 seniors received diplomas at Alcovy High School's commencement exercises Saturday morning.
Conyers facing tough budget year
The Conyers City Council received an overview of its new fiscal year budget, which shows a decrease of about $700,000.
Pallen running for Congress
Oxford resident Greg Pallen is running as a Republican in the Fourth Congressional District race.
Dickerson will continue to push cyberbullying bill
State Rep. Pam Dickerson plans to continue to push for passage of a bill that would make cyberbullying illegal.
Watterson announces bid for Newton sheriff
Bill Watterson has announced he will run for election as Newton County sheriff.
Alcovy principal sues over website comments
An attorney for the principal at Alcovy High School has filed suit against 11 commenters on the Newton Citizen website.
Lincoln Nunnally seeks 4th Congressional District seat
Rockdale resident Lincoln Nunnally is seeking the 4th Congressional District seat.
Covington Rotary honors Newton's top seniors
The Rotary Club of Covington honored Newton County's top graduating seniors Monday night.
Shoplifter strikes store employee before fleeing
A Walmart shoplifter punched an employee in order to get away with a cart full of merchandise.
Baxter expected to have halo effect on region
The economic impact of Baxter International is expected to reach far beyond Stanton Springs.
Rockdale court clerk to disperse all passport fees
Rockdale County Clerk of Courts Ruth Wilson has announced a plan in which she will keep none of the passport fees generated in her office.
Elks Club denied waiver of excise tax penalties
The Porterdale City Council declined to grant a waiver of excise tax penalties for the Elks Club Lodge.
Hamby seeks reappointment to Water Authority board
Former Mayor Bobby Hamby asked that the council reconsider it's decision not to reappoint him to the Water and Sewerage Authority board.
Conyers kidnap suspect faces similar charges in DeKalb
A man charged in connection with an attempted kidnapping in Conyers faces similar charges in DeKalb County.
Elks Club asks for leniency in paying excise tax penalty
The Elks Club Lodge in Porterdale owes three years of back excise taxes on the sale of mixed drinks.
Newborn man arrested on drug charges
A Newborn man was arrested in Rockdale County on drug dealing charges.
Springfield Baptist to acquire Church In The Now campus
Springfield Baptist Church will acquire the former Church In The Now campus.
Woman thwarts kidnap attempt in Hobby Lobby parking lot
An Atlanta man attempted to abduct a Covington woman and her grandchild in broad daylight Wednesday.
Fight breaks out at Walmart after Happy Meal order
Two cousins were charged after they allegedly started a fight at Walmart Friday.
Two injured, three jailed in family fight
Three family members were jailed following an early morning fight.
Porterdale won't pursue baggy pants law
The Porterdale City Council is poised to adopt the state public indecency code.
Two charged after pot found in car, pants pocket
Two men were arrested on marijuana charges during an early morning traffic stop Friday.
Greens to be replaced at Cherokee Run
The city of Conyers is set to replace the greens at Cherokee Run.
Dismissed Rockdale deputy charged by GBI
A former Rockdale County Sheriff's Office deputy has been charged by the GBI.
Porterdale alters baggy pants ordinance
The Porterdale City Council approved a signficant change to its proposed baggy pants ordinance Monday night.
Conyers Police arrest two in parking lot robbery
Two people have been arrested in connection with an incident in the Chili's parking lot.
Rockdale seeks GDOT help with 15 road projects
Two sections of McDaniel Mill Road are included on a list of requested road improvements.
Baggy pants vote to be on Porterdale agenda
The Porterdale City Council is expected to vote on a baggy pants ordinance March 5.
Attempt to recycle stolen items leads to arrests
Two people were arrested after they allegedly tried to recycle stolen items.
Porterdale to consider bow hunting ordinance
The Porterdale City Council is considering an ordinance that would allow bow hunting of deer inside the city limits.
Porterdale council deliberates over baggy pants law
The Porterdale City Council debated a proposed law against baggy pants at a work session Monday night.
Porterdale bans sale of drug-related items
The Porterdale City Council approved an ordinance that prohibits the sale of drug-related items.
Porterdale to seek loan for sewer repairs
The Porterdale City Council is pursuing a loan to improve the city's aging sewer system.
Victims identified in Tuesday's double murder
Authorities have identified the man and woman shot to death Tuesday in Newton County.
Two arrested in separate pot grow operations
Two people were arrested over the weekend in connection with unrelated marijuana grow operations.
Porterdale takes next step in economic development
The city of Porterdale has approved an Urban Redevelopment Plan.
Covington man charged in Conyers rape
A man suspected in a December rape has been arrested by the Conyers Police Department.
Rockdale man charged in assault on family members
A Rockdale County man faces three counts of aggravated assault.
Porterdale looks to develop 'mini' parks
The Porterdale City Council is looking to develop small parks throughout the city.
Suspected drug activity leads to six arrests in Conyers
Six people were arrested last week in connection with drug activity at a Conyers apartment complex.
Porterdale leases new K-9 officer
Porterdale has agreed to lease a K-9 officer from one of its Police Department officers.
Porterdale lifts furloughs for employees
The Porterdale City Council has decided to eliminate employee furloughs.
Seven arrested in Rockdale on drug charges
Seven suspects were arrested Jan. 5 on drug and other charges.
Woman charged after fleeing from police
A Conyers woman faces multiple charges after allegedly trying to strike a police car with her car and leading police on a chase.