Articles By Author - Amber Pittman
Three arrested, one sought in shooting
Three men have been arrested, and a warrant is outstanding for a fourth in a May shooting in the Silos subdivision.
Crime: ‘My baby mama’ drama
A man was stabbed in the hand with a beer bottle after reportedly getting into an argument with a woman.
Your heart will go on
Are you a closet "Titanic" freak? Have you been obsessed since Leo and Kate graced the silver screen with their oh-so-romantic love story (until we saw what a mean girl she was and let him drown, rather than scoot over on the board)? Well, you won't hear Celine sing during this program, but you can see a little bit of pretty spectacular history at the Titanic Exhibit. Over 200 artifacts recovered from the wreck site, ...
Quality Time
Chances are someone you know is graduating from high school this weekend. It's a bittersweet time for everyone, from parents to kids – well, maybe not everyone. Teachers are probably pretty stoked to be getting rid of some of your precious angel babies. But I digress. And with graduation comes the end of school for kids from kindergarten through college, but what to do with the little buggers when they aren't in school for the better part of the day?
Baseball on a budget
Do you love baseball but hate driving into Atlanta? Or do you shudder at the thought of paying so much money to go see the Braves? Then try baseball on a budget and start small with the Gwinnett Braves! They might be a minor league team, but the stadium and the players are nothing to scoff at, and you still get hot dogs and beer, just for less money and a shorter wait in line. ...
Booze and baboons
I'm super sad I won't be able to partake in what promises to be an epic event, so I need you guys to go so that I may live through you! It's time once again for Zoo Atlanta's annual Brew at the Zoo, where the grownups can kick the kids out, have unlimited samples of beer and wine and check out the more than 1,500 animals that call Zoo Atlanta home. Not only do you ...
Good green fun
Grab a blanket and the family and head over to Ashton Hills Golf Club for Screen on the Green next Friday night. Snuggle up under the stars and watch "Parental Guidance," and get there early so you can enjoy family-style meals being served picnic style from the Village Grille. It's the sort of thing that kicks your summer off right, being with family, watching a movie that will (hopefully) make you laugh, and enjoying life. ...
All that jazz
For more than three decades the Atlanta Jazz Festival has been filling Piedmont Park with the sounds of jazz. Old school, newfangled and every style in between, spend the weekend reacquainting yourself with the old and experiencing the new faces in jazz music, as dozens of musicians, from international to local high school bands, take one of the many stages for the festival. You can also participate in jazz education workshops, an interactive kid zone ...
NCSO opens western precinct
A vision that started more than two years ago came to fruition with the official grand opening Tuesday of the Newton County Sheriff's Office's western precinct.
Couple arrested for armed robbery
A man and woman were arrested and charged with armed robbery over the weekend after the victim of the robbery followed them and called police with their tag number.
Police chief: No secrecy to seized funds
Georgia's forfeiture laws have come under scrutiny lately, following an investigation into reports of alleged abuse in some counties across the state.
It's not cool to keep silent
I remember the first time I ran away from home. I was in sixth grade and I had been wronged in some way. I was sure my parents loved my sister more or denied me some privilege, and I was having none of that. I stayed home when my parents left for work, skipped school, packed a bag and took my bike to this little secluded spot by the river, thinking that was an awesome place to live. I was home before my parents.
Porterdale teen reported missing found
The Porterdale Police Department said a 14-year-old girl who had been reported missing has been located.
50 Shades of funny
There's no disputing that the book "50 Shades of Grey" took the world by storm, just as there should be no argument, from those who actually read it, that the book was atrocious. But rather than punish ourselves for reading it, why not take back our power and realize that the only real way to win, is to mock the book and its characters! If you're filled with self-loathing (or not), head over to The ...
The best form of entertainment
The best form of entertainment has always been reading – at least for me. You can be anyone, go anywhere, and learn anything – all from a book. And if you're looking to update or increase your library then The Montessori School of Covington is the place to go today and Friday. Open from 3-8 p.m. Thursday and 3-6 p.m. Friday, the school will have books for elementary, middle and high school-age on sale through ...
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Newton County Jail Log
Joseph Thomas Willingham, 26, 22 Hazel St., Porterdale, March 31. Probation violation. Alvin Anderson, 45, 75 Mountain View Circle, Covington, March 26. Family Violence Act simple assault. Robert Marcell Andriulli, 51, 110 Woodfield Roa, Covington, March 27. Duty of driver to stop at or return, vehicle turning left. Jose Manuel Arroyo, 29, 7148 Channey Dr., Covington, March 29. Driving while license suspended. Cody James Bala, 18, 13439 Brown Bridge Road, Covington, March 28. Theft by ...
Crime Briefs
A deputy from the Newton County Sheriff's Department arrested a local man after he reportedly copped an attitude and refused to cooperate when officers pulled him over for driving on the wrong side of the road.
Gresham turns himself in, bonds out
Newton County resident Don Gresham, recently indicted by a Newton County grand jury for lying about his past as a convicted sex offender in an unsuccessful bid for the District 2 seat on the Newton County Board of Education, turned himself into to authorities Thursday and immediately bonded out on a $5,000 bond. Gresham was charged with one felony count of false swearing and one felony count of false statement in filing a notice ...
Youth arrested in armed robbery attempt
Officers from the Covington Police Department arrested 18-year-old Ulysses Tyrel Benton of Oxford after he allegedly attempted an armed robbery of a home on Geiger Street Sunday night.
Helping job seekers get a foot in the door
f you're looking for a job and collecting unemployment benefits in Georgia, a new program called Georgia Works could put you on a new career path altogether.
Building spritely places
According to William Shakespeare, fairies come out to play at night and prefer not to be seen by human eyes. But the Friends of Newton Parks are hoping that fairies in Covington have evolved since Shakespeare's time and will make an appearance on May 2 to check out the new homes being built for them around the county.
Suspect arrested after local man shot in both of his legs
The man who deputies say shot a local man in both legs on March 29 has been arrested and charged with a myriad of things, including armed robbery.
A love of reading
The winners: The Newton County Public Library will once again celebrate National Library Week with their annual book mark contest. At a ceremony April 3, last year's first place winner Gabrecia Turner, 13, was presented with a framed copy of her bookmark. Also at the ceremony, this year's winners were announced. (From left) Palmer-Stone Elementary School fifth-grader Noah Mason, 11, won first place in the contest. Second place went to 12-year-old Alisa ...
Festival and Ride for Child Abuse Prevention
Roughly 50 people participated in the ride from the old Wal-Mart to The Church at Covington Saturday morning to raise awareness and funds for preventing child abuse. Attendees also enjoyed live music, free popcorn and cotton candy and the beautiful spring weather.
Gresham indicted by grand jury
A Newton County grand jury indicted Don Gresham for lying about his past as a convicted sex offender in an unsuccessful bid for the District 2 seat on the Newton County Board of Education.
9 named Governor's Honors finalists
Nine Newton County high school students have been named as Governor's Honors finalists, a feat not easily accomplished.
Woman arrested during bar crawl
A bar-hopping woman was arrested early Wednesday morning after allegedly striking a parked vehicle as she left one bar and headed to another.
Crime Briefs
Deputies from the Newton County Sheriff's Office arrested Stacy Litwiller early Sunday morning after she reportedly withheld information about a fugitive - Wayne Carmack - from them.
Local man charged with child cruelty
A 14-year-old female was beaten outside of a gas station late Monday night after a family meeting at a local eatery ended badly.
Alleged gunman clears building
Officers were called to investigate the discharging of firearms on City Pond Road early Sunday morning and ended up arresting one man with a gun, but only after they were forced to chase him to an area Waffle House.
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