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Changes to Garbage and Recycling Routes with Latham
September 10, 2026
As of September 1, 2026, changes were implemented to our garbage and recycling routes with Latham Sanitation. Signs have been posted around the neighborhoods impacted.
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Gas Meter Change-Out Project: Mansfield, Newborn & South/SE Side of Newton County
September 09, 2026
The City of Covington's Natural Gas Department started the Gas Meter Change-Out Project in July 2025 and it is estimated to be completed within three years.
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Learn More about the Hwy. 278 CID
August 03, 2026
The Newton County Community Improvements Act establishes the framework for transforming the U.S. Highway 278 corridor into a more dynamic and attractive destination for businesses, residents, and visitors.
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City of Covington Electric Outages Map Now Available Online
July 29, 2026
It is FINALLY here...the online Electric Outages Map + two new features to report outages!
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Notice of 2026 Property Tax Increase + Five Year Tax Digest and Levy
July 15, 2026
All concerned citizens are invited to the public hearings on this tax increase to be held in the Council Room at 2116 Stallings Street, Covington, Georgia on July 27, 2026 at 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM and on August 3, 2026 at 10:00 AM.
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Level 1 Drought Response for Public Water Systems: Effective in Covington/Newton County
April 28, 2026
The current drought condition in Newton County is a D3, Extreme Drought. The Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD) has declared a state-wide Level 1 Drought Response.
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Applications Open for Volunteer Board Positions
April 23, 2026
The City of Covington is seeking passionate, dedicated community members to serve on various volunteer boards, commissions, and committees.
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2025 Water Quality Report for City of Covington
April 17, 2026
The most recent water quality report for City of Covington is now available!
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Welcome to MyCovington
April 10, 2026
The notification and request app, MyCovington, is now live!
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Covington All-Wheel Skatepark Survey: Open Through March 12, 2026
March 04, 2026
As the City works to develop the Covington All-Wheel Skatepark at Central Park, your input is needed!
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GDOT Project: Replacement of Bridge on State Route 81 (Emory Street)
February 24, 2026
ROAD CLOSURE: Emory Street (State Route 81) will be closed between Stone Mountain St. and Hwy. 278 beginning Monday, March 9, 2026. Closure is scheduled to last 150 days.
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Newton Drive Water Main Replacement Project: Water Interruption
February 05, 2026
As part of the Newton Drive Water Main Replacement Project, water service needs to be turned off to the old line. Therefore, water service will be interrupted along Newton Drive on February 6 & 8, 2026.
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Winter Storm & Extreme Cold Warnings: January 31 & February 1, 2026
January 31, 2026
A Winter Storm Warning & an Extreme Cold Warning are in effect for the weekend of January 31, 2026.
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Covington Downtown Master Plan Phase II Draft Plan Open House
January 31, 2026
Since March 2025, work has been going into Phase II of the Covington Downtown Master Plan. Now in its final stage, Refinement and Adoption, we want to hear our community's thoughts on the Draft Plan.
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Commercial & Residential Waste Pickup: Possible Delays
January 30, 2026
Due to the winter weather predicted for our area on January 31, 2026, there may be a delay in waste pickup services.
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LMIG Paving 2026
January 28, 2026
The Local Maintenance and Improvement Grant will be paving roads throughout the city limits of Covington starting in January 2026. As roads are announced, they will be added to the list.
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SUNDAY, JANUARY 25, 2026: POWER OUTAGE UPDATES
January 25, 2026
Power outages due to the icy winter weather for Sunday, January 25, 2026 will be listed here as they become available.
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