Local industry Hillphoenix, which had been looking to consolidate some of its U.S. locations in either Covington or Conyers, has chosen Conyers, but will not be closing its Covington plant. Roger Harrison, senior vice president for economic development in Newton County, confirmed late Tuesday that the company has chosen Conyers for its consolidation but said the Covington facility will not only be kept but will see a slight expansion. Covington Mayor Ronnie Johnston said he had heard that the Covington location, which is located on 8166 Industrial Boulevard, will get around $2 million in
Industry picks Conyers
Covington plant to remain
