Though it may still feel like the dog days of summer, the first day of school is just around the corner, and local businesses and nonprofits are collecting school supplies to give to students and families in need. Here are a few of the upcoming givewaways: Newton County Sheriff's Office The NCSO is partnering with The Salvation Army, A.K.A. Sorority Inc, Baxter International and The Covington News for its annual supply giveaway, with distribution on July 26, from noon-5 p.m. at 2171 Elm Street, Covington. Throughout the last two years, the Annual Back to School Supply Drive Giveaway has