We feel this year's election, on both the local and national level, could be one of the most important of our lifetime. That's why we're glad to partner once again with the Covington-Newton County Chamber of Commerce to host two local debates this election year. The first debate will be held from 6 to 9 p.m., June 28 at The Center for Community Preservation and Planning, located next to the chamber at 2104 Washington St. in Covington.