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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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City Service Delays/Closures Due to Winter Weather
January 24, 2026
There are scheduled delays/closures for City offices and waste pickup going into the week of January 26, 2026.
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Delayed Pickup for Waste Management Customers Due to Winter Weather
January 23, 2026
Business and industrial pick up will possibly be delayed due to the icy winter weather that's scheduled to impact our area starting Saturday, January 24, 2026.
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Preparing for Potential Icy Winter Weather
January 20, 2026
There's potential for icy winter weather on Saturday, January 24, and Sunday, January 25, 2026. Now is the time to prepare for the storm...even if the forecast changes, preparing now helps ensure the safety of your family, friends, and neighbors.
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2026 New Year's Week Waste Pickup: Residential, Business, & Yard
December 29, 2025
Only slight adjustments to waste pickup the week of New Year's. No change to residential waste pickup!
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Ice Skating Open at Legion Field Through February 17, 2026
December 29, 2025
Covington on Ice, The Rink @ Legion Field is open through Tuesday, February 17, 2026. Visit icedays.com for complete schedule and pricing.
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Bring One for the Chipper Covington + Newton County
December 16, 2025
It may be a little early to think about how you're going to dispose of your live Christmas tree after the holidays, but we have the answer: Bring One for the Chipper!
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Help Your Neighbors by Donating to HEAT
September 29, 2025
In times like these, HEAT is ready to step up and help Georgia families get by, and we know that Covington is ready to do the same.
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Covington Downtown Master Plan Phase II: Public Visioning Workshop
September 15, 2025
We Need and Want Your Input!
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Qualifying for 2025 Election: City Council Posts
August 15, 2025
Three City of Covington City Council posts will be on the ballot for the November 4, 2025 election.
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City of Covington Natural Gas Department: Gas Meter Change-Out Project
July 03, 2025
As part of our ongoing efforts to maintain and improve the safety and reliability of our infrastructure, we will be conducting a Gas Meter Change-Out Project starting Monday, July 7, 2025 that will last approximately three years.
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Independence in the Park 2025: Music, Fireworks, Parking, Traffic
June 30, 2025
The City of Covington will host its annual Independence in the Park celebration on Thursday, July 3, 2025, instead of the traditional July 4th. This scheduling change reflects adjustments made to improve safety and logistics.
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Understanding the Stormwater Utility Fee
June 10, 2025
The City of Covington is committed to maintaining a safe, effective, and environmentally responsible stormwater management system.
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American Public Gas Association GOAL Tool + Survey
June 02, 2025
The City of Covington is conducting an American Public Gas Association Gas Overall Awareness Level tool (APGA GOAL tool) to measure safety-awareness effectiveness.
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2024 Water Quality Report Now Available
May 12, 2025
Select the image below to learn more about the City of Covington's Water Quality from 2024.
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Volunteer Board Position Openings
April 28, 2025
The City of Covington is seeking passionate, dedicated community members to serve on various volunteer boards, commissions, and committees.
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Storm Drainage System Construction Begins on Conyers Street - PROJECT POSTPONED
March 13, 2025
The portion of the system on Conyers St. between Legion Dr. and the Cricket Frog Trail crossing was identified during a recent master planning study as having several pipe segments and storm water inlets that are in poor condition.
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Volunteer Board Position Openings
March 13, 2025
The City of Covington is seeking passionate, dedicated community members to serve on various volunteer boards, commissions, and committees.
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2024 Covington Fire Department Annual Report
March 11, 2025
Each year the Covington Fire Department compiles statistical information from the previous calendar year to create their annual report. Get to know the CFD better by checking the 2024 report.
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2025 City Event Calendar
February 14, 2025
City events and community partner events for 2025!
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Business Waste Customers: Creating a Waste Management Customer Profile
January 29, 2025
The City of Covington uses Waste Management for its business and industry waste pickup.
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Sanitation Pickup Delays: January 22 & 23, 2025
January 22, 2025
Sanitation schedules for Wednesday, January 22 and Thursday, January 23, 2025 have been altered due to the icy conditions of the roads on Wednesday and the predicted hazardous conditions that will still exist on Thursday.
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Covington City Hall Open on Thursday, January 23, 2025
January 22, 2025
The winter weather has subsided and it will be business as normal for City of Covington offices.
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