Articles By Author - Amber Pittman
Measroch facing sex charges in Cobb in Jordan Aaron case
Joshua Harry Measroch, 21, the college student who was charged in Newton County with interference with child custody and obstruction of an officer in the case of missing 13-year-old Jordan Marie Aaron, has been additionally charged in Cobb County with four felonies, including child molestation, statutory rape and enticing a child.
Swim League gets started
The Rockdale Swim League is just getting started, and many kids are unable to get to every meet, but nonetheless the coaches are pleased with the effort.
As American as apple pie
I know I've written about baseball here before, but that was when I was telling you how to enjoy a game on the cheap. Now I want to recommend putting some cash down and enjoying a Braves game this weekend with your Pops – OR, getting him tickets to go enjoy it without his lovely family there to whine for hotdogs and nachos. I once gave tickets as a gift and they have this amazing ...
Super Dad!
Fernbank Museum is always a good idea, but on Sunday, they might be working on their best idea ever: Superhero Day! Dress as your favorite superhero – this means grownups, too – and play games, listen to kid-friendly music, do hero crafts, check out the Georgia Bubbleman (what kid doesn't LOVE bubbles?), watch some cartoons, learn how to create the perfect superhero and participate in a superhero costume contest. Come on, you can't read that ...
Frogs and marshmallows
Chill out on the north shore of Sibley Pond Friday night to roast marshmallows and listen to stories around the campfire. When the sun goes down and the night creatures come out, put on your walking shoes and take a ranger-led walk around the shores to visit with frogs and any other creepy swamp creatures that happen to be out and making noise. I have it on good account that horror movie creatures are drawn ...
‘We named the dog Indiana’
It's Father's Day weekend and what better way to honor your dad then by taking him to The Fox for a showing of the classic action movie "Raiders of the Lost Ark." All guys love this movie and consider it one of the best movies ever, and certainly, the best one in the Indiana Jones series. I'm partial to "Temple of Doom," but was told (by a guy) that I am an idiot for thinking ...
Smooth sounds of summer
I have always been a fan of music, but you know what I like almost as much as music? Free stuff! So there isn't much better than free music. Since the Arts Association in Newton County is awesome and loves us all, they make sure we can get our free music fix several times a year. The lunchtime concerts may have ended, but the second Friday evening concerts are just starting out. Friday at 7 ...
Dear ol' Dad
My dad has always been notoriously difficult to shop for. He has that whole "There's nothing I want" thing going on, which is both infuriating and confusing for someone like me, who keeps an ongoing Amazon wish list – just in case.
NCSO deputy arrested for DUI
A Newton County Sheriff's Office deputy was arrested and charged with DUI Thursday evening.
An evening with Will
I'm a fan of Shakespeare, always have been – yeah, I was THAT kid in high school; the one who got extra credit for bringing her complete unabridged works to class. Don't judge me. Maybe because of that geek in me, The New American Shakespeare Tavern is like mother's milk, but it doesn't mean you have to be a Brit Lit nerd to enjoy a night out at this joint, the only one like it ...
Waking the Dead
It might sound a little morbid to some, but Oakland Cemetery in Atlanta is a beautiful – not to mention historical AND haunted – place, and it's going to be a favorite haunt for some this weekend with the annual Tunes from the Tombs event. Wander the historic cemetery and check out the monuments, mausoleums and gardens, and listen to music from tons of different artists scattered around the cemetery. It's a little weird, I ...
Yellow River Jams
If music is truly what feelings sound like, then Porterdale will be home to some amazing feelings this weekend when the annual Homegrown Jazz by the River returns. This event is crazy fun every year. You're encouraged to bring blankets and a picnic and cop a squat near the river to enjoy the music. Hosted by the Washington Street Community Center, the proceeds go to help them out, which is awesome – it's like an ...
Parrot Heads unite!
There's something about warm weather that lends itself to silly little ditties about cheeseburgers and margaritas. If you're a Parrot Head you'll get the reference, if not, you'll still enjoy A1A, a premier Jimmy Buffett tribute band that's playing in Olde Town Conyers this weekend. A crowd favorite, the band typically sells out quickly, but there are still tickets available for pavilion and lawn seating. Get there at 6 p.m. when the doors open and ...
The cowboy life
Ever wanted to pretend to be a cowboy? Then don your hat and head out to the Shady Dale Rodeo this weekend! There will be enough giant belt buckles, cowboy hats and bucking animals to grant your wish for the cowboy life. This isn't a bunch of dudes with a horse, bull and a couple of sheep either. The Shady Dale Rodeo is the real deal, and has been for the last three decades. The ...
A Pinterest-ing Summer
It's already started: that muggy heat that makes staying inside sometimes preferable to attempting to breathe the sticky air outside. But what to do with these long summer days when you're stuck inside? You could always draw the blinds and watch reruns of "Jersey Shore," while enjoying the nice air conditioning, but one can only take so much Snooki before the desire to set yourself on fire outweighs the desire to have a nice summer. ...
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Masked man with gun scares children
Investigators are looking for a man who reportedly spooked and threatened three small children Saturday afternoon.
Sheriff’s employees honored at ceremony
For the fourth year in a row, Newton County Sheriff Ezell Brown honored employees of the sheriff's office with an awards ceremony, to showcase their hard work and dedication to the citizens of Newton County.
Pregnant woman attacked
A pregnant Covington woman called police Friday after reportedly being jumped outside a home in the Green Acres neighborhood.
The circus, camel conundrum
I'm usually a planner, and I actually get a little twitchy when I don't know what's happening when. If there's an event happening and I plan to attend, I make those plans early on and follow through. But Tuesday, I got all impromptu and crazy and decided Colin and I should go to the little circus being held at the armory.
Pre-K students get their dance on
Pre-K students from South Salem Elementary School picked a fun way to stay healthy on Valentine's Day this year, getting down at the Healthy Hearts Dance!
A sordid twist on Valentine’s Day lovers
Two high school friends were arrested on Valentine's Day, charged with pimping and prostitution.
BOE sells land for road lanes
The Newton County Board of Education has agreed to sell a portion of land to the Georgia Department of Transportation to allow for the widening of a small portion of Ga. Highway 81.
School bus stolen from Oak Hill
Where did this school bus come from? A Newton County School bus was stolen from Oak Hill Elementary School on Feb. 8 around 7 p.m. According to Newton County Schools spokeswoman Sherri Davis-Viniard, the bus was later found at a residence in the Mills Landing subdivision after the homeowner contacted the Newton County Sheriff's Office and reported there was a school bus parked in his driveway. The bus was recovered and had sustained no damage. ...
Newton students win big at regional science fair
Dozens of Newton County students won big at the regional science fair, with 12 projects earning first-place awards and 13 winning third-place awards.
Local health office adds two midwives
Continuing their commitment to providing the highest quality obstetrical, gynecological and urogynecological care, Covington Women's Healthcare Specialists has added two new midwifes to their staff.
Crime briefs: Family feud leads to jail
A man was arrested early Saturday morning after officers arrived to a family fight on Stone Street.
How to recover from a bad V-Day
I might not have a designated valentine this year, but I spent a whole lot of years married, and I have been the recipient of some amazing Valentine's Day gifts and events. I have also been on the other end of the spectrum with some pretty awful experiences. So how does one recover from messing up what is supposed to be the one required day of the year for romance?
Driver involved in bus wreck fired
Gloria Inscore, the Newton County bus driver deemed at fault for the wreck last month that sent dozens of students to the hospital, has been terminated by the school system.
BOE to vote on security systems
If approved by the Newton County Board of Education Tuesday, 15 schools will receive electronic door security systems in an effort to further secure Newton County schools and keep students and faculty safe.
Monticello woman killed in Thurs. crash
A Monticello woman was killed Thursday morning in a car accident on Flat Shoals Road and the Covington Bypass Road.
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