Motorists to encounter lots of road projects this summer
Several road projects are beginning this month.
Three schools trying to win cash
Big Lots is asking the public to vote online for a favorite video as part of the sixth-annual Lots2Give contest.
Construction continues at Oxford College
While most student activities settle down over the summer at Oxford College, construction continues this year.
Rep. Johnson partners with cities to provide constituent services
Rep. Johnson worked with local mayors to use existing meeting space in respective city halls.
Young Americans graduates largest class
Young Americans Christian School graduated its largest class this year.
Newton schools begin summer schedule
The Newton County School System now is operating on a summer schedule.
Piedmont holds 43rd commencement exercises
Piedmont Academy held its Class of 2013 graduation ceremony Sunday.
Main Street director resigns
Main Street Director Josephine Kelly has resigned, effective June 7.
Salem grad gets scholarship in honor of former student
Salem High School senior Avery Reagan recently was presented a $5,000 check from the Diego Rincon Scholarship.
Tickets on sale for River Ramble
The Alcovy River Ramble takes place June 8.
'12 Newton grads outpace state; Rate increases from last year
Newton County's high school graduation rate outpaces the state's average and has increased 12 percent from last school year.
Memorial Day events taking place in Covington, Conyers
There are several Memorial Day events planned for Covington and Conyers.
Car show to coincide with county employee event Sunday
A car show will coincide with a county employee recognition event on Sunday.
Traveling Angels honors seniors with dinner
Traveling Angels will host its annual dinner honoring senior citizens Saturday, May 18.
Main Street reports three business expansions, one new retail store
The Main Street Covington quarterly report was presented to the City Council and BOC this week.
School pegs SKC as top partner
Local manufacturing company SKC Inc. recently was named the 2013 NCSS Partner of the Year for the Newton County School System.
Davis students win Clean Air art contest
Several Rockdale County students recently placed in a contest by the Clean Air Campaign.
Two Newton students selected for Governor's Honors
Two Newton County students were selected for the summer Governor's Honors Program.
Rutledge celebrates 30th fair
The 30th Annual Rutledge Country Fair takes place Saturday, May 4.
Unemployment declines in Newton and Rockdale
Unemployment rates continue to decline in Newton and Rockdale.
Newton students earn awards at state science fair
Newton County students recently earned awards at the Georgia Science and Engineering Fair in Athens.
Five NHS seniors get Gates Scholarships
Newton High School has five students who can receive $2.5 million through the Gates scholarship program.
Free fishing event set for Saturday
The FFA-FCCLA Center will host a free kids fishing event Saturday.
GPC Newton to celebrate Earth Day
GPC's Newton Campus will hold an Earth Day celebration Thursday.
Mosquito season gets early start
Mosquito season is here early.
DeKalb man's murder trial to start next week
One of the three co-defendants accused of killing and burning an Atlanta man in Newton County will have his trial next week.
NCSS seeks input on school improvement plan
Parents are asked to review the Comprehensive LEA Improvement Plan.
Smith seeking reelection to Covington council
Covington Councilman Chris Smith is running for reelection.
GPTC appoints new vice president
Judy Taylor will be Georgia Piedmont Technical College's new vice president of Institutional Advancement and executive director of the Georgia Piedmont Technical College Foundation.
Rep. Johnson opens annual student art contest
The 2013 Congressional Arts Competition is for eligible high school students throughout the district.
Emory provost to deliver Oxford commencement address
Claire Sterk, Emory University provost, will deliver the address to graduates during Oxford College Commencement 2013.
Piedmont announces key appointments
Georgia Piedmont Technical College recently announced the appointment of three key people.
Douglas ends congressional bid
County Commissioner John Douglas has ended his bid for Congress.
Former Newton admin among those indicted in Atlanta schools cheating scandal
A former Newton County school administrator is among the 35 Atlanta Public Schools educators who were indicted Friday by a grand jury.
Unemployment down in Newton, Rockdale
Unemployment rates in Newton and Rockdale continue to decline.
Newton schools to close for Spring Break
The Newton County School System will be closed to students and staff from April 1 through 5 for Spring Break.
Oxford College presents spring classroom series
The Oxford College Community Classroom will continue this spring.
Registration under way for Cheerios Challenge
Registration is underway for the Cheerios Challenge, set for April 13.
Newton schools honored for serving more local food
The Newton County School System was one of 25 school districts in the state honored for increasing the amount of local food served to students.
GWF hosts many events in March, April
A variety of events are planned for the public by the Georgia Wildlife Federation in March and April.
Accident causes power outage
A one-car accident caused a power outage Wednesday morning.
Newton schools put the spotlight on breakfast
This week, Newton County schools are focusing on school breakfasts.
Kindergarten Round-Up this month
The Newton County School System will hold its annual Kindergarten Round-Up registration during the week of March 18.
Adams wins Pat Patrick Award
Louise B. Adams is the recipient of the 5th Annual Pat Patrick Big Heart Award.
Registration underway for Great American Cleanup
Registration is underway for the Great American Cleanup.
Davis resigns from Chamber position
Shannon Davis, director of industry retention and workforce development for the Office of Economic Development, has resigned.
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