The Covington News

The Covington News is a local newspaper that caters to Covington, Georgia, and nearby areas in Newton County, which includes towns like Oxford, Porterdale, and Social Circle. It releases a weekly edition every Sunday.

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NEWTON: Goodbye Jordan year. Hello Kobe year.

1 week ago | covnews.com | Evan Newton

Is it that time already? That’s what I thought when I was planning my calendar for this summer and once again came to find another year on this Earth is upon me. Yes ladies and gentlemen, June 18 is my birthday. I know what you’re all thinking: “He looks great for 35.”Except, well… I’m 24. Some who know me say I look my age, while others (as just referenced) believe me to be in my late 30s. How we got there, I’m not sure. Anywho. It’s overall been a great year for me in the grand scheme of things.
Oxford passes FY26 budget

2 weeks ago | covnews.com | Evan Newton

OXFORD, Ga. – Members of the Oxford city council unanimously approved the city’s operating budget for the 2026 fiscal year (FY26) on June 2. The city has budgeted a total of $6,033,406, which is up nearly $500,000 from last year. However, they are also anticipating a revenue of $6,033,892, leaving the city with a small profit of just under $500. Currently, Oxford is projecting an exact match of revenues and expenditures for the general fund balance at $2,259,266 each.
NEWTON: A big, beautiful breakup that was all too predictable

2 weeks ago | covnews.com | Evan Newton

Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie. Katie Holmes and Tom Cruise. Kim Kardashian and Kanye West (before… well… you know). All are some of the largest high-profile breakups in recent history. But they fall in comparison to the big, beautiful breakup between the bromance of President Donald Trump and the world’s richest man Elon Musk. Last week, the most notable bromance on Capitol Hill hit a public impasse that resulted in some pretty entertaining content for a Thursday afternoon.
Teenager discharges gun belonging to Texas sheriff in Covington Wendy’s restroom

2 weeks ago | covnews.com | Evan Newton

COVINGTON, Ga. – A frightening situation occurred on Saturday when police responded to a discharged firearm in a local Wendy’s restroom. Officers with the Covington Police Department (CPD) were dispatched to the Wendy’s on Highway 142 just before 1 p.m. upon word of a discharged firearm at the restaurant. According to the CPD, Grayson County, Tex. Sheriff Tony Bennie was visiting the Wendy’s with his juvenile grandson. While in the restroom, Bennie removed his holstered firearm from his belt.
Youth program ran by sheriff’s office meets hiccup in funding

3 weeks ago | covnews.com | Evan Newton

NEWTON COUNTY – Around 80 kids are currently participating in the Law & Leadership Academy summer camp. But funding for the camp’s operation met a hiccup during Tuesday’s Board of Commissioners meeting. Sheriff Ezell Brown came before the board on Tuesday to request $53,116 to fund the Law & Leadership Academy, which is already in session. The academy is presented by both the Newton County Sheriff’s Office (NCSO) and the Taylor Made Foundation, a local nonprofit designed to help underserved youth.
Darrell Johnson looks to bring new energy to Tigers program

3 weeks ago | covnews.com | Evan Newton

It had been nearly five years since new boys head basketball coach Darrell Johnson had walked through the front doors of Alcovy High School. But in speaking in front of his new team on May 19, it was like he never missed a day. Johnson was named as the new Tigers head coach on May 14 after spending five years away from the program in several head coaching stints with teams across the state. Filled with enthusiasm, Johnson spoke to players and parents alike two weeks ago in the cafeteria.
15-year-old killed in apparent hit-and-run on Highway 36

3 weeks ago | covnews.com | Evan Newton

NEWTON COUNTY – The Newton County Sheriff’s Office (NCSO) is investigating an apparent hit-and-run that resulted in a 15-year-old’s death. According to a news release from the NCSO, deputies responded to a report of a hit-and-run on Highway 36 just south of Hummingbird Lane at around 10:30 p.m. on Monday. The victim, who was only identified as a 15-year-old male from Covington, was found in the roadway and pronounced dead at the scene.
Social Circle City Schools names sole finalist for superintendent

1 month ago | covnews.com | Stephen Milligan

By allowing ads to appear on this site, you support the local businesses who, in turn, support great journalism. Social Circle City Schools names sole finalist for superintendent Matthew Remillard set to join SCCS from Rabun County The Social Circle Board of Education announced the sole finalist for the superintendent job at a special called meeting Tuesday. Latest
Philip Bradford honored as inaugural Doug Bolton Law Enforcement Officer of the Year

1 month ago | covnews.com | Evan Newton

Now-retired Covington Police Chief Philip Bradford is making history, even in his final days of service. On Tuesday, the Rotary Club of Covington named Bradford – who did not officially enter retirement until this weekend – the inaugural Douglas Elliott “Doug” Bolton 2025 Law Enforcement Officer of the Year. The award was presented by Club Director Tommy Davis, President Tarrence Houston and Bolton’s late wife, Sherri.
Rams Charge the Stage

1 month ago | covnews.com | Evan Newton

Under the bright lights of Sharp Stadium, the largest class of Newton Rams in two decades officially made the transition from students to alumni. Approximately 620 graduates heard their names called as thousands of cheering parents, siblings, relatives and guests roared in applause at their achievements. Class of 2025 Executive President Chelsea Williams kicked off the ceremony by thanking the various Board of Education members, faculty and staff in attendance.