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Rain doesn’t dampen Firehouse 5K
The weather provided just enough precipitation to cool off the approximately 370 runners participating in the 4th Annual Firehouse 5K and 1-mile fun run, beginning at the Conyers Street Gym Saturday.
Holding court
Each week, The Covington News will bring you pictures of Newton County residents playing the sports that keep them in shape. This week, we're at City Pond Park, where some Newton County families take to the tennis courts for some training between the lines.
Phil Peppers Golf Tourney winners
The Advanced Disposal golf team of Social Circle took first place in the annual Phil Peppers Golf Tourney May 3, hosted by the Social Circle Lions Club.
Indian Creek Open at Ashton Hills
The Indian Creek Open is back. After a one-year hiatus, the tournament returns to Ashton Hills for the 10th time. Traditionally, the Nema-sponsored Indian Creek Open has been the largest and most successful golf tournament to be held each year in Newton County. The tournament is scheduled to be held on June 8-9.
Meet The Oaks' pro Lisa Vaught
The Oaks Golf Course's new golf professional Lisa Vaught answered some questions with The Covington News about what she can bring to the course and Newton County.
Deal signs youth bill
ATLANTA (AP) - Georgia joined dozens of states Tuesday with a law aimed at educating parents and coaches about the risks of youth concussions and placing restrictions on when a young athlete can return after suffering a serious head injury.
A season of new beginnings
This is my favorite time of year, a season of new beginnings.
Rice is paying it back
Scott Baize was such an important part of Jaime Rice's youth, she decided to follow in his footsteps.
Break off the winter golf rust
Now that the weather is starting to change and the Masters is right around the corner, it's time to get back into golf.
Mainor has done it all at RYSA
Foy Mainor started playing soccer with the then two-year old Rockdale Youth Soccer Association in 1974 at a time when fields needed to be mowed by parents before kids could play and there was no centralized mega complex, yet alone professional academy coaches to lead the way or semiprofessional home-team players to root for.
Eastside rallies for fifth straight
Eastside was tested during Wednesday's 9-7 win over Walnut Grove, trailing throughout, except for when it counted at the end.
Hall of Fame coming to Newton County
Ron Bradley, B.C. Crowell, Betty Faith Jaynes, Jake Reed and Dale Carter are just some of the athletes who became big names in the sports world after becoming great in Newton County.
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Local travel team takes second at South Carolina tournament
The 10-under Mayhem Bad Boys baseball team made a statement this past weekend at South Carolina USSSA Super National Invitational Tournament with second place finish. A strong field of 19 teams from North Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee and South Carolina all competed for a guaranteed bid to next year's Elite 32 at Disney's Wide World of Sports in July. A tournament win would do the trick.
NCRC swaps Dixie Youth for Little League
The Newton County Recreation Commission announced Tuesday it's changing up part of its youth baseball program. Beginning next season, the NCRC will be affiliated with Little League and will no longer be a part of Dixie Youth.
Pushing toward a Miracle
After a long span without finding its way to a championship game, the Oxford Orioles 11 and under travel baseball team put it all together over the weekend to take home the big trophies from the Conyers Hitters Classic at Legion Field in Conyers.
Newton All-Stars begin quest for World Series title
It's said history repeats itself. For the sake of 14 local youths and their coaches, that happens next week.
Inching closer
The push to bring a Miracle League facility to Newton County continues with a pair of upcoming fundraisers.
Newton All-Stars knocked out of state tourneys
Three Newton County All-Star teams trekked south with eyes on making it to the Dixie Youth World Series Saturday but it wasn't meant to be. The Newton County American minor team (9-10 year olds) rolled through its early opposition and had a chance to advance to the best-of-three finals with a win over Winder. They defeated Winder 3-0 Tuesday in the blue bracket double-elimination tournament in Leesburg. Instead, Winder bounced back to beat ...
Need for speed
A little – OK, a lot of heat didn't keep a solid group of die-hard cyclists from showcasing their skills Saturday. Riders from around Georgia and beyond converged on the square to race through the streets of Covington in the criterium races of the Georgia Cycling Gran Prix. Racers navigated the .67-mile course through the center of town in timed races. Eight classes took to the course with the youngest group, ...
Newton team in Dixie state tournament
Three Newton County All-Star teams trekked south with eyes on making it to the Dixie Youth World Series Saturday and only one remains. The Newton County American minor team (9-10 year olds) rolled through its early opposition and has a chance to advance to the best-of-three finals with a win over Winder. They defeated Winder 3-0 Tuesday in the blue bracket double-elimination tournament in Leesburg.
STATE CHAMPS!
It's been a while but Newton County has a state baseball champion. The 13-year old Newton County All-Star captured the Junior Dixie Boys state title Tuesday with a 23-9 win over West Georgia White in Columbus and will represent Georgia in the Dixie Boys World Series.
Newton County All-Stars win Junior Dixie Boys state title
The 13-under Newton County All-Star captured the Junior Dixie Boys state title Tuesday with a 23-9 win over West Georgia White in Columbus and will represent Georgia in the Dixie Boys World Series. Newton County won its opening games 10-9 and 10-6 on Saturday and Sunday respectively in the double-elimination tournament.
Training League champions
The Newton Royal All Stars swept the training league tournament with a perfect 5-0 record. Pictured with their trophies are (front, from left) Kaleb Jackson, Jaxon Dean, Lucas Ballard, Landyn Camp, Jason Cole; (middle, from left) Joel Roberts, Harrison Tolleson, Connor Coursey, Joshua Tamasi, Caleb Williams, Erickson Leach and Will Banks. Standing in the back row are Matt Tamasi, Donny Hartman and Brent Cole.
Check Out Our Amenities At Turner Lake!
The Community Room - Great for banquets, meetings,weddings and receptions. The Conference Room - An ideal room for small classesor meetings of 20 or less. The Pavilion on the Lake - A spacious covered pavilion right on the water.It's the perfect place for picnics, reunions, team cookouts,corporate events and much more. Indoor Basketball Court/Walking Track - Play basketball or walk on our indoor track ...
2011 Chick-fil-A Calendars on Sale at Turner Lake
2011 Chick-fil-A Calendars on Sale at Turner Lake to Benefit The Miracle league. Only $6.00 - Free coupons each month. Thank you for your support of our special needs children! Please visit us on online at www.newtonrecreation.com or call us at 770-786-4373 ex. 14. Click Here for more information.
Check Out Our Amenities At Turner Lake!
The Community Room - Great for banquets, meetings,weddings and receptions.
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