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Man killed in head-on collision ID'd
The man killed in an early morning head-on collision has been identified as 59-year-old James Stanley Moore, Sr.
One killed in morning wreck
UPDATE: According to Georgia State Patrol the head-on collision occurred around 4:20 a.m., one person was killed and one was injured and flown to Atlanta Medical Center. Alcohol and drugs were not a factor. GSP is still working the scene.
Newton County Fair happening this week
The Newton County Fair is back at the American Legion Fairgrounds this week, and will run through Saturday.
Lowest gas price - April 24
The lowest price for regular fuel is $3.35 at BP, located at 6229 Turner Lake Road and Brown Bridge Road.
The News seeks public election feedback
The Covington News strives to provide the most in-depth and consistent local election coverage possible, and, to that end, we're asking the public to help us by giving us feedback on the questions prospective candidates need to be asked.
Second man takes plea in ’09 murder
Another man accused of the 2009 murder of Andrew "Drew" Nichols pleaded guilty Monday to lesser charges in the case.
Planning the future
Scott Sirotkin never intended to work in planning and zoning, yet he found himself in Newton County during the biggest home building spree in U.S. history and eventually was named director of the department.
Relay for Life event coming to Newton County
Newton County will rally this weekend to raise money for the American Cancer Society as it hosts the 25th Annual Relay For Life event.
A Taste of Downtown Covington to take place Thursday, April 25
A Taste of Downtown Covington, a local event developed by Main Street Covington, will take place on Thursday, April 25, from 5:30 to 8 p.m., on Monticello Street.
Newton High School updates logos
As Newton High School students, teachers and faculty members prepare for a new school building, the school also hopes to brand itself with a handful of new logos that retain the traditional royal blue and white colors, but have a more uniform look.
Piedmont Academy hosts grandparents for special program
April 19 was a very special day at Piedmont Academy as the school opened its doors for grandparents, relatives and other guests.
Newton County teens join forces in Republican group
A Newton County Teenage Republican group has formed, with eight members signing up at the initial meeting in April.
‘Twilight’ author’s new movie has no bite, suspense
"The Host" - seekers, wanderers, and a love triangle only Stephanie Meyer could write.
Oxford Youth Singers don’t disappoint
I have to admit I don't know too much about the Oxford Youth Singers, but having spent a thoroughly enjoyable Sunday afternoon watching their performance of my favorite production, "Les Miserables," I am now a fan.
Family feud leads to kidnapping charges
A woman and child were found safe in Decatur after reportedly being kidnapped by the woman's abusive husband.
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Giving thanks
Holiday tradition: The Blue Willow Inn in Social Circle takes you back to 1621 in their annual Thanksgiving Exhibit. The early Pilgrims and the Wampanoag Tribe came together to create the first successful harvest for the pilgrims, and both walks of life came together to share the rewards. The Blue Willow Inn partnered with Joseph Hurt Studios to make the free exhibit possible. It runs from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. until ...
Christmas Tree Association awarded grant
Making way for a new tree crop: The Georgia Christmas Tree Association was recently awarded a $30,000 grant from the Georgia Department of Agriculture. The grant money was allocated to the state as part of the 2008 U.S. Farm Bill. The purpose of the grant is to promote specialty crops in Georgia. Chuck Berry, president-elect of the GCTA and owner of Berry's Tree Farm in Covington, applied for and accepted the grant ...
Fairview community still divided on issues
The 14th meeting about the Neighborhood Stabilization Program ended the way it started - with a divided community.
Mammography Recommendations Unchanged
Newton Medical Center is among many other leading authorities that disagree with the recent declaration from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force regarding mammography guidelines.
CFD celebrates 100 years of faithful service
Despite the cold, rainy weather Sunday, dozens attended the 100 year anniversary celebration for the Covington Fire Department at Station No. 1 on Pace Street.
NAACP Youth win awards at state conference
Top recruiters: Nine members of Newton County's NAACP Youth attended the state conference in Warner Robins Oct. 10-12. The group won first place for Membership Laydown (most members recruited) and senior Naomi Will won an academic award. The following NAACP Youth members attended the conference: President Brinna Freeman; Vice-President Berquita Hill; Sharakia Johnson; Thomas Johnson; Abri Bazemore; Endia King; Katedra Wade; Marquize King; helper Potia Farley and Advisor Cathelene Perry.
Former Newton man inducted into State Bar
On Oct. 30, Bryan Thomas Johnson received official notice he passed the Georgia State Bar exam. On Nov. 2, Johnson was sworn in as a member of the State Bar of Georgia by his father, Presiding Judge Edward H. Johnson, Court of Appeals of Georgia, sitting by designation as a Judge of the Superior Court of Clayton County. Johnson was also sworn in as an Assistant District Attorney for the Clayton Judicial Circuit by District Attorney Tracy Graham Lawson.
Operation Sandbox: The most important mission of the year
Operation Sandbox was organized in 2004 to send holiday care packages to soldiers who could not be home for the holidays. A chapter is active in Newton County, and with the holidays approaching fast, now is the time to make your donation. Anyone wishing to donate can call (770) 784-9155 for more information, or visit the Operation Sandbox Web site at www.operationsandboxga.com.
Livingston students vow to make their school bully-free
Students at Livingston Elementary School made a conscious decision to rid themselves and their school of "trashy behavior." The students wrote down a bad behavior and threw it in the garbage on their way out of an assembly that brought an end to a week of learning about preventing bullying at their school.
Crowe given two weeks to enter plea
Judge Horace Johnson Jr. granted attorneys for Christina Crowe just two more weeks to inform the court if Crowe wanted to move forward with a stipulated bench trial or a plea of guilty on charges that she drove while intoxicated and in so doing, caused the death of 7-year-old Bobby Joe Couch.
City council, BOC and Chamber share plans for Chamber president
The next Chamber of Commerce president should be a strong leader with experience in helping existing businesses expand and attracting new businesses.
Boy Scout centennial celebration being planned at Bert Adams Camp
 For almost 50 years, Boy Scouts have camped and created cherished memories at Bert Adams Scout Camp in Newton County. February 2010 also marks 100 years of Boy Scouts of America.
Morgan drops ordinance challenge
The county's sign ordinance remains intact and Jack "Buddy" Morgan has found an alternative to putting up more roadside signs on Interstate 20.
Community Pillars
Hundreds of citizens converged on the square for the official start of the holiday season in Newton County Thursday night and to see T.K. and Louise Adams granted the honor of lighting the courthouse.
County to expand NSP target area
So many foreclosed homes have been purchased by private owners in Fairview Estates that Newton County will likely have to purchase most of its Neighborhood Stabilization Program homes elsewhere.
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