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Redevelopment Authority has big plans in Walker's Bend

Redevelopment Authority has big plans in Walker's Bend
The Covington Redevelopment Authority purchased 38 properties in Walker’s Bend in December as it continues its goal of revitalizing neighborhoods and promoting new affordable housing.
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A Friendly game of croquet
A Friendly game of croquet
If you’re looking for a nice way to spend a Saturday while still helping others then look no further. The 19th annual Heartland Woman’s Club Charity Croquet Tournament will be held Saturday at Legion Field with the proceeds going to three different local charities.
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Man arrested for disorderly conduct
Man arrested for disorderly conduct
A simple traffic stop late Saturday night lasted into Sunday morning and resulted in the arrest of one man who reportedly accused officers of keeping his driver’s license.
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Newton County Jail Log - March 17
• Gregory Paul Queen, 33, Marietta, March 3. Court sentenced to work release.




Touching the Blarney Stone
On March 17, in this country and in our community we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, a day celebrated throughout the land with parades, merriment and music.

Off to see the wizard
Off to see the wizard
Not in Covington any more: Dorothy doesn't know it yet, but later this week she'll be leaving Newton County for a timeless adventure in the land called Oz. The Arts Association in Newton County will be sponsoring 'The Wizard of Oz' Thursday night and Friday night at 7 p.m. and will be performing the show on Sunday at 3 p.m. The show will be held at Porter Hall at Newton High School. ...
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Great American Cleanup needs volunteers for local projects
Great American Cleanup needs volunteers for local projects
The deadline to sign up for the annual Great American Cleanup is fast approaching and those interested will need to sign up by Friday to participate.
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“Dog the Bounty Hunter” comes to Stonecrest
“Dog the Bounty Hunter” comes to Stonecrest
Duane "Dog" Chapman, known as the most famous bounty hunter in the world and star and inspiration to millions of fans on the No. 1 rated show on A&E "Dog the Bounty Hunter," will appear at the Mall at Stonecrest to sign his new book, "Where Mercy Is Given, Mercy Is Shown" on Saturday, March 27, at 5 p.m. Fans are invited to meet Dog and Beth Chapman and access the VIP ...
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Council moves to address high utility concerns
The Covington City Council will consider the formation of utility committee that will be composed of residents, city officials and utility experts, in an effort to connect better to a community suffering from high utility prices.




Our thoughts... The Irish
Top of the morning to you. Today is St. Patrick’s Day, a day celebrated in the name of the patron saint of Ireland.




Charlie and Julia
I called the Atlanta federal pen to inquire about Charlie Hines, Number 31579-120. Charlie, who is sixty-four, robbed a bank down in Florida a couple of years ago. After his conviction, he was sent off to the "Big A."

Supporter Spotlight - Pulliam Eye Group
Supporter Spotlight - Pulliam Eye Group
Customers who choose Pulliam Eye Group can clearly see what sets the group apart from other area eye doctors.
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Newton County Jail Log - March 14
• Demetrius Renard Lee, 29, Conyers, Feb. 25. Three counts first degree forgery. • Lemon Louis Love, 43, Lithonia, Feb. 24. Abandonment of dependent child.




R.L. Cousins High School Alumni Association newly formed
Robert L. Cousins High School only existed for 13 years, but the lasting impression it left on Covington’s black community will last a lifetime.




Agriculture Week spotlights contributions farming makes to Georgia March 14-20
Georgia farmers not only grow our food and clothes but they also make a significant contribution to the state’s economy. According to the USDA, there are almost 48,000 farms in Georgia that produce annual sales of more than $1,000 with an average farm size of 212 acres. Georgia has 10.5 million acres of farmland.




PASS Club in need of funds
Parents at Newton High School have organized an academic booster club and are hoping to raise money to help students with various academic endeavors.

Porterdale Gym design could be compromised
Porterdale Gym design could be compromised
Because of budget constraints and newer building codes the Porterdale Gym renovation may have to include compromises differing from the original concept of a community gathering place previously approved by the Porterdale City Council.
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Get off your hinnies, get moving
WARNING: The comments in this column will probably ruffle some feathers, but, I’m just ‘telling it like it is’ — and I’m not apologizing for telling the truth because sometimes it needs to be heard and bears repeating. So, keep reading if you dare, but, don’t get mad at me if I hit a nerve.




Airport has problem with fuel supplies
Construction delays and service issues continue to cause problems at the Covington Municipal Airport, including the inability for some planes to take off because of a lack of fuel.




BOE close to completing facilities plan
The Newton County Board of Education is one step closer to completing its new five-year facilities plan, and with the changes, it could infuse roughly $24 million into its building program from state participation.

Townhomes of dreams
Townhomes of dreams
Lakisha Johnson was moving backwards and grasping for something, anything to hold onto. Several years ago life had seemed so bright — she’d been in a relationship and had just bought her own house.
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Off to the Races
Off to the Races
Hand carved cars: Cub Scouts, family, friends and leaders filled Prospect United Methodist Church’s gym Saturday to race and cheer on cars of all shapes and colors in the annual Pinewood Derby race. The excitement was evident as the competing Tiger Cubs, Wolves, Bears and Webelos were announced one by one and ran into the race area to sit and watch their homemade car zoom down the track and across the finish line. After ...
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Couple argues in Waffle House; man has to be tased back in hotel
Officers from the Covington Police Department were called to Waffle House where a woman reportedly told them her boyfriend had hit her so hard that he had splattered blood all over their room at America’s Best Value Inn.

Eyesore of the Week - March 14
Eyesore of the Week - March 14
No one’s home: This abandoned property is located near the intersection of Ga. Highway 81 and Ga Highway 162. If you would like to submit an "Eyesore of the Week," send a picture to news@covnews.com or by mail to 1166 Usher St, Covington, GA 30014. Please do not submit residential properties that are occupied.
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Top students attend LEAD Conference
Nearly 100 outstanding high school seniors recently attended Georgia Southern University’s second annual Southern Leadership Excellence Academics and Dedication (LEAD) Conference at its main campus in Statesboro. Throughout the day they attended leadership workshops, as well as toured the campus and residence halls




Newton recognized for its abundant resources
Newton County’s residents have long felt their home was full of gems, and it appears the entire region agrees.

Stopped cold
Stopped cold
DULUTH - Newton needed to do everything it could and then some to beat Milton in the state semifinals at the Gwinnett Arena Thursday. But when you're playing a more talented team and it plays perhaps its best game of the season, there isn't much you can do. And so it went for the Rams who saw their dream season come to and end with an 86-54 defeat.
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3 superintendent candidates remain
The list of 51 applicants has been narrowed down to three in the search for a new superintendent for the Newton County School System.

Pet of the Week - March 12
Pet of the Week - March 12
Take me home: The Newton County Animal Shelter’s pet of the week is a Chihuahua mix, 4 years old, brown and white. Also available for adoption is a tri-colored 10-week-old puppy; a Jack Russell mix, 1 year old; a shepherd mix, 8 weeks old; a 2-month-old black and white Chihuahua mix; an adult black and white mixed breed; a yellow Lab mix, adult; a husky mix; a black and tan 1-year-old shepherd ...
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All aboard the Art Camp train
Southern Heartland Arts, Inc. is pleased to announce the dates for Summer Art Camp. Session I will be held June 14 – 17, and Session II will be held July 12 – 15. Both sessions will run from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.




Planning commission approves Gainer property rezoning again
The desire of city officials to bring in more jobs and tax revenue through new industry clashed head on against the traffic, noise and pollution concerns of local residents at Tuesday night’s Covington Planning Commission meeting. The additional jobs and tax revenue appear to have won.
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Two 4-H’ers headed to state 4-H congress
Two 4-H’ers headed to state 4-H congress
It was an emotional weekend at Rock Eagle as 500 Junior and Senior 4-H’ers from across northwest Georgia came together to compete at District Project Achievement.
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Man killed in fire March 5th
Johnny Allen Smith, 64, was killed March 5, when his Capes Drive residence caught on fire.

CPD gives aid to Haiti
CPD gives aid to Haiti
Providing shelter: The Covington Police Department’s Police Who Care Fund present Covington Rotary Club President Alice Queen with a check for $2,000.  The donation is for the purchase of two Rotary Shelter boxes to provide shelter for up to 20 people in Haiti. The PWC donated the money to the Covington Club to increase the number of shelters donated by Covington from five to seven total shelters. Left to Right Front: Alice Queen and Chief ...
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inVest in the NCSO - March 12
The parents of Deputy Wesley Atha, injured last summer in the line of duty, have organized a fundraising campaign to purchase these vests for every county deputy. Their fundraising goal is $113,000. Each vest costs between $500-$700, depending on the size. Each Friday The Covington News will publish a list of individuals, businesses and civic groups who have donated to the cause that week as well as the total amount raised. Donations are tax deductible. ...

Social Circle land could be de-annexed
Social Circle land could be de-annexed
Rep. Doug Holt (R-Social Circle) has stated that he is planning on introducing legislation to the state house that would de-annex one or several pieces of property from the city of Social Circle.
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Newton County Schools receive over $20,000 in grant awards from General Mills Foundation
The Newton County School System received a General Mills Foundation grant for the benefit ofelementary students in the Newton and Rockdale County school districts.  




Drag strip petition to be withdrawn
Donnie Clack announced at a meeting held Wednesday night in Social Circle that he is withdrawing his request to petition for the building of a drag strip from the planning and zoning committee.

High school students focus on health-related careers through job shadowing
High school students focus on health-related careers through job shadowing
On February 2 and 3 nearly 70 high school students from Alcovy, Eastside and Newton high schools participated in the second annual Healthcare Science Careers Job Shadow Day.  
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Board of Education revises school calendar due to snow day
The Newton County Board of Education approved Tuesday evening school Superintendent, Dr. Steve Whatley’s proposed revisions to the current school calendar to accommodate the makeup of the February 12 snow day.







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