Newton website to get makeover
Newton County's website is getting a makeover.
Library fest features movies, magician
The Newton County Library System will host its first library fest.
Citizens group abandons 350 yard shooting limitation
A committee formed to make a recommendation on changes to Newton's firearms ordinance has abandoned a 350 yard distance limitation.
RFP issued for lawn service
An RFP has been issued for Newton's landscape maintenance service.
Dickerson hosts town hall meeting
State Rep. Pam Dickerson will host a town hall meeting Saturday.
Tickets on sale for Chick-fil-A Leadercast
Tickets are on sale for the Chick-fil-A Leadercast.
Mental health court to start in July
A mental health court will be operating in Newton beginning in July.
Private meeting draws ire of commissioner
A citizens'' commitee that met for the first time Thursday has raised the ire of one county commissioner.
Social Circle address would make mayor 'proud'
Social Circle Mayor Hal Dally said he'd be proud for Baxter to have a Social Circle address.
Residents speak against change of ZIP
Most residents spoke in opposition to a ZIP change in east Newton at a town hall meeting.
Gun ordinance proposal under fire
An overwhelming majority of speakers at a public forum on proposed changes to the county's firearms ordinance were in opposition.
Covington amending temp sign ordinance
A first reading of an amendment to Covington's temporary sign ordinance was approved March 18.
Town hall meeting Tuesday night on ZIP change
A town hall meeting takes place tonight on the proposed ZIP code change for East Newton.
Covington officials support Mystic Grill
The Covington City Council approved a resolution supporting the proposed Mystic Grill project.
Hailey retiring from Rec Commission
Tommy Hailey is retiring after 24 years as Newton County Recreation Commission director.
TV pilot to film in downtown Covington
A TV pilot will film in downtown Covington this weekend.
Social Circle responds to whistleblower lawsuit
The city of Social Circle has responded to a lawsuit filed by its former public safety director.
Business owner proposes Christmas destination for downtown Covington
One local business owner is proposing that downtown Covington be turned into a Christmas destination.
Covington Council approves mayor's economic development plan
The City Council approved several proposals to spur economic development at the request of Mayor Ronnie Johnston.
New program will help locals be work ready
A program to help residents obtain and keep employment is being proposed by city officials.
PSC: Snapping Shoals rates among lowest
Snapping Shoals EMC has the second lowest winter residential rates among 94 providers for customers using at least 2,000 kilowatt hours of power.
Fibervisions reps plant trees
Representatives of Fibervision's parent company in Thailand visited the Covington plant Thursday.
Team Player: Knight marks one month as Covington city manager
Leigh Anne Knight is marking one month on the job as Covington's city manager.
Durden defends work; still on the job after contract canceled
Landscaper Billy Durden, whose county contract was recently canceled, says he's done nothing wrong and is still working on county sites.
Ewing honored by governor, citizens and officials
Former Commisioner Mort Ewing was recently honored for decades of community service.
More than 600 could be impacted by ZIP change
Newton County residents with Social Circle addresses living south of I-20 may soon have a Covington ZIP code.
Little lady, big impact: Grace Spradley taught for two decades at Little Red Schoolhouse
Grace Spradley looks back with joy at her time as a teacher at the Little Red Schoolhouse.
Ants may thrive due to mild winter
A mild winter could mean some insect populations will thrive as the weather heats up.
Covington reaching out to citizens through quarterly neighborhood meetings
The city of Covington is hosting the first of quarterly outreach meetings for citizens.
H.E.A.T raising money for utility bill help
Neighbors can help neighbors stay warm next winter by donating to H.E.A.T.'s campaign to assist with utility bill payments.
Mystic Grill will become real restaurant
Fiction will soon become fact, as Covington is getting a real Mystic Grill.
Body shop use allowed without permit in city
The city of Covington's legal team has determined a special use permit is not needed for an auto repair and body shop to operate from the old Covington Ford site.
Craig upholds LB Recycling bid
Newton County Attorney Tommy Craig has completed his review of a questionable bid by LB Recycling and Waste Services and determined it will stand.
Tuesday's BOC meeting canceled: Work session on firearms discharge to be held at later date
Tuesday's BOC meeting has been canceled.
Officials oppose three bills with local impact
The Georgia Municipal Association and several local officials are opposed to three bills that would impact local governments.
County to bid out lawn service
COVINGTON - County commissioners unanimously voted to put the lawn care maintenance contract out to bid at a special called meeting Tuesday night.
BOC votes to bid out lawn service
The BOC unanimously voted to put the lawn care contract out to bid.
BOC authorizes attorney's response to lawsuit
The county commission passed a resolution authorizing attorney Tommy Craig 's filing of a counterclaim to a lawsuit filed last year.
LB Recycling bid under review by attorney
Commissioners approved Tuesday night a bid by LB Recycling and Waste Services to purchase and collect scrap metal at the recycling centers and landfill, but there are questions about the legality of the bid.
Scout makes Chimney Park Eagle project
Reid Waters selected Chimney Park as the site for his Eagle Scout project.
BOC does not revote on lawn contract
Commisioners did not revisit the lawn maintenance contract Tuesday, but said they are working on getting new policies in place.
Sheriff wants new limits on firearms discharge
Sheriff Ezell Brown is proposing changes to the county's firearms discharge ordinance.
County contractor does not have business license
The owner of the lawn maintenance service used by Newton County does not have a valid business license.
Public input results in changes to Salem Overlay
Changes are being made to the proposed Salem Overlay based on public feedback.
Wildlife Banquet features gun raffle, auctions
The FFA-FCCLA Center's 9th Annual Wildlife Camp Banquet takes place March 9.
Enduring Love: Couple celebrates 60 years with vow renewal
Margaret and Richard Johnson celebrated 60 years of marriage with a vow renewal ceremony just days before Valentine's Day.
Relay for Life team hosts dinner theater
The Caldwell and Cowan Relay for Life team is hosting a dinner theater to raise funds for the American Cancer Society.
United Way to benefit 21 agencies
The local United Way has desingated funds for 21 non-profits.