Newton County Journal

04/14/2026

Newton High School student Deonta Robinson decided not to wait until he gets old to make a major difference in his community. Here's how he's doing it with a movement he founded called Robinson Outreach .

STORY:

Newton High School freshman Deonta Robinson is the founder of Robinson Outreach and a budding law enforcement enthusiast.

03/15/2026

Please note…

2-Hour Delayed Start-Monday, March 16, 2026

Out of an abundance of caution, and in alignment with several of our regional school system counterparts, Newton County Schools will operate on a two-hour delayed start tomorrow, Monday, March 16.

Weather forecasts indicate the potential for severe storms in our area during the early morning hours, including the possibility of strong thunderstorms, damaging winds, and isolated tornadoes. These conditions could impact travel during our normal bus routes and arrival times.

We take seriously the safety of our transportation specialists who are on the roads early each morning, as well as the safety of our students and staff traveling to school.

Please note that this decision does not mean that severe thunderstorms will always result in delayed operations. In this instance, however, several factors including matters of timing and projected severity were considered as part of this decision.

Thank you for your continued support as we work to keep our students and staff safe.

03/15/2026

Deonta Robinson is an awesome young man with an amazing vision. Wait until you hear the story of this Newton High School freshman and what he wants to see youth in the community become.

03/10/2026

NCSO is hiring.

Do you enjoy helping your neighbors, keeping the peace and sometimes reminding folks that the “fight club” rule doesn’t apply here? 👀 Perfect. Let’s talk.

We are hosting a pop-up job fair in Mansfield on April 8. Stop by, meet the team and learn how you can start a career in law enforcement.

📍 Mansfield Market Place, 4420 Hwy 213
🕙 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Worst case scenario: you get free career advice.
Best case scenario: you get a new amazing career path.

03/10/2026

Major accomplishment for this Eastside Eagle football standout.

03/10/2026

This week, March 9–13, Newton County Schools proudly celebrates School Board Appreciation Week.

Our Newton County Board of Education members devote countless hours to ensuring strong governance, responsible stewardship of taxpayer resources, and a clear vision for the future of our school system. Their leadership supports approximately 19,000 students and the dedicated employees who serve them each day.

Join us this week as we recognize and thank our board members for their service to Newton County Schools and the entire community.

Read more:
https://www.newtoncountyschools.org/departments/public_relations/news/2026_b_o_e_member_appreciation_week

08/30/2025

FINAL

EASTSIDE - 49
ALCOVY - 15

Eastside notches their 12th straight win over the Tigers in convincing fashion and improve to 2-1 on the season.

08/30/2025

HALFTIME

EASTSIDE - 49
ALCOVY - 0

Payton Shaw - 7/12 for 128 yards and 2 TD
Myles Mims - 6 rushes for 100 yards 1 TD

Eagles also hold a score on both defense and special teams

08/30/2025

END OF 1ST

EASTSIDE - 21
ALCOVY - 0

Th Eagles are executing in all phases with an offensive, defensive and special teams TD in the 1st

08/16/2025

For the sixth time in seven contests, the Newton High School football team knocked off cross-town rival Eastside High School, Newton County in a back-and-forth contest that's become all too familiar in the history of this rivalry.

By Tyler Williams