April 21, 2026
Cricket Frog Trail extension breaks ground
The next 1.8-mile section connecting downtown to Newton County College is now under construction with completion targeted for fall 2026.
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The most exciting city in the South
Welcome to
Covington, Georgia
A historic Southern town just east of Atlanta — home to 14,192 residents, the Newton County seat, and one of the most filmed small towns in America.
What's happening
News & Notices
April 18, 2026
Spring concert series returns to the Square May 3
Three Friday-night concerts on the historic Covington Square — free and open to the public.
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April 14, 2026
Mayor Henderson announces FY 26-27 budget priorities
Public safety, water-system upgrades, and downtown infrastructure top the list.
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Mark your calendar
Upcoming Events
From Council meetings to free concerts on the Square, here's what's coming up in Covington.
View full calendar- May5
Council
City Council Regular Meeting
18:30 · Covington City Hall, Council Chambers
- May3
Events
Spring Concert Series — Sundilla
19:00 · Covington Square Bandstand
- May12
Boards
Planning Commission Meeting
18:00 · Covington City Hall, Council Chambers
- May17
Environment
Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off
09:00 · Covington Public Works Yard, 4129 Geiger St
- May26
Community
Memorial Day Ceremony
10:00 · Covington Veterans Memorial
Meet your leaders
Mayor & Council
Elected by the citizens of Covington to serve the public interest.
Mayor
Anthony Henderson
Mayor Pro Tem
Charika Davis
East Ward
Council Member
Don Floyd
West Ward
Council Member
Kenneth Morgan
North Ward
How can we help?
City Departments
City Manager
Day-to-day operations and policy implementation.
City Clerk
Official records, council minutes, elections support.
Finance
Budget, accounting, billing, and procurement.
Planning & Development
Zoning, permits, code enforcement.
Public Works
Streets, sanitation, fleet, stormwater.
Water & Sewer
Drinking water, sewer, and utility billing.
Electric Utility
Municipal electric distribution serving 14,000+ customers.
Natural Gas
Municipal natural gas service.