The Covington News is a community based newspaper that serves the citizens of Newton County, Georgia, as it has since its inception in 1865.
The Covington News is a community-based newspaper that serves the citizens of Newton County, Ga. as it has since its inception in 1865. As the legal organ of the county, The News is the source of local information for Newton residents. Editor and Publisher:
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10/12/2025
🚨 RUNAWAY JUVENILE 🚨
Travion Johnson, 14, was last seen leaving his home at 5:30 p.m. on Oct. 11, 2025. When contacted by phone, Travion said he was on his way home but has not returned.
He was last known to be in the area of Walmart on Salem Road. Travion is about 5 feet tall and weighs approximately 120 pounds. He has small to medium dreadlocks and was last seen wearing black clothing, including a black hoodie. His shoes are unknown.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Investigator Threets at [email protected] or 678-625-1453.
10/11/2025
10/11/2025
🚨 MISSING PERSON LOCATED 🚨
Beverly Mensah has been located.
10/10/2025
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10/10/2025
UPDATE 10/10/25 4:55 PM: Emory Street has reopened.
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There is an emergency road closure of Emory Street from Hwy. 278 to Stone Mountain Street starting Friday, October 10, 2025 at 11:15 a.m. Due to construction in the area, there was an issue with the sidewalk, and for safety purposes, the road has been closed until further notice. Please share with your friends and neighbors who travel this route. City Hall (2194 Emory Street NW) is open and accessible. 🚧
10/09/2025
Last Friday night sparked a lively time at the OHCO District as community members gathered to support Newton Trailsat Oktoberfest.
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Friday night sparked a lively time at the OHCO District as community members gathered to support Newton Trails.
10/09/2025
This story has been updated.
COVINGTON, Ga. – A popular seasonal attraction will see decreased financial support from the city of Covington this year. On Monday, the Covington city council voted 4-0 to cancel $25,000 of budgeted funding that was slated to be sent to Ice Days LLC. This funding was originally intended to assist...
10/09/2025
On Monday, the Covington City Council voted to initiate a new ordinance subsection that would confine allowable visiting hours to between dawn and dusk. Additionally, the ordinance would prohibit for-profit, commercial use of the city cemeteries (with exceptions for services provided by mortuaries and the like).
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COVINGTON, Ga.—As the days leading up to Halloween dwindle and the sun sets earlier with each passing day, the city of Covington is considering restricting activity in cemeteries.
10/09/2025
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10/08/2025
The city of Covington has voted not to fund the popular ice skating rink for 2025-26. They will, however, continue to provide the utilities for the rink's operation.
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COVINGTON, Ga. – A popular seasonal attraction will see decreased financial support from the city of Covington this year. On Monday, the Covington city council voted 4-0 to cancel $25,000 of budgeted funding that was slated to be sent to Ice Days LLC. This funding was originally intended to assist...
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The Covington News is a community-based newspaper that serves the citizens of Newton County, Georgia, as it has since its inception in 1865. As the legal organ of the county, The News is the source of local information for Newton residents.
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