Even rascals need reviving

On April 15, an ambulance from Newton Medical Center responded with county fire department units to a structure fire on Mills Drive. Every family member was fine except for one - the family dog.

July 29, 2011 | AJ Archer | LOCAL

Buycrash.com offers local accident reports online

Rather than having to go to the police department to get an accident report, involved parties can now visit buycrash.com, a site offering electronic crash reports.

July 28, 2011 | AJ Archer | LOCAL

Hoyt Oliver hasn't had to buy vegetables all season. He and his wife, LaTrelle, have been working on their gardens at their Oxford home since 1975. When they first got the property in 1973, it only had one row of hedges, a felled stable and 16 junk automobiles out back. Now, the property has multiple gardens and playgrounds. He focuses mostly on growing vegetables, while she tends to shrubs, flowers and play areas for their ...

July 17, 2011 | AJ Archer | LOCAL

Kyrgyzstani student interns locally

Kyrgyzstan resident Aitbek Amatov is getting a first-hand look at American life. He is currently interning with the City of Covington every day except Fridays, when he goes to work for the Chamber of Commerce. "It is nice to work in a field that lets you gain experience for the future," he said. Amatov is studying banking at the American University in Central Asia. After he receives that degree, he wants to come to the ...

July 10, 2011 | AJ Archer | LOCAL

The history of the Campmeeting

This year's Salem Campmeeting, spanning July 8 to 15, will be the 183rd gathering of the faithful at the grounds off Salem Road for a time of spiritual renewal, revival and camaraderie.

July 08, 2011 | AJ Archer | LOCAL

Campmeeting a family tradition

For Ansley and Reba Ogletree, the Salem Campmeeting has been a tradition in their family since 1828.

July 06, 2011 | AJ Archer | LOCAL

Check out the Fourth festivities

The city of Covington will have its 2011 Independence in the Park festival on Sunday. The square will be decorated with patriotic banners and the courthouse is decorated as it was almost a century ago. The square and one block off the square will be blocked off beginning at 7 p.m. Saturday. Usher Street and Stalling Street will be closed beginning at 2 p.m. on Sunday to prepare for the fireworks. All roads will remain ...

July 02, 2011 | AJ Archer | LOCAL

Foxworth refuses to sit in executive session

The City of Porterdale met in executive session Tuesday, but without Mayor Pro Tem Robert Foxworth.

July 01, 2011 | AJ Archer | Porterdale

Covington resident awarded by Red Cross

The International Committee of the Red Cross has honored Mark Burton, a lifetime Covington resident, with a Florence Nightingale medal.

July 01, 2011 | AJ Archer | LOCAL

Policeman reprimanded for council fraternization

Porterdale Police Sgt. Jason Cripps has been verbally reprimanded for fraternizing with city council members and presenting an unprofessional image.

July 01, 2011 | AJ Archer | Porterdale

Millage hike, workers cut in Porterdale

Declining property values continue to hit Porterdale hard and will force the city to raise its property tax rate by 2 mills, lay off two city workers and add 12 furlough days.

June 29, 2011 | AJ Archer | LOCAL

A patriotic celebration on the square Sunday

The city of Covington will have its 2011 Independence in the Park festival on Sunday. The square will be decorated with patriotic banners and the courthouse is decorated as it was almost a century ago. The square and one block off the square will be blocked off beginning at 7 p.m. Saturday. Usher Street and Stalling Street will be closed beginning at 2 p.m. on Sunday to prepare for the fireworks. All roads will remain ...

June 28, 2011 | AJ Archer | LOCAL

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