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COVINGTON, GEORGIA

The most exciting city in the South

March 4, 2026

Covington All-Wheel Skatepark Survey: Open Through March 12, 2026

February 24, 2026

GDOT Project: Replacement of Bridge on State Route 81 (Emory Street)

February 5, 2026

Newton Drive Water Main Replacement Project: Water Interruption

READ MORE More news Portrait of Covington City Council Member Charika Davis

The citizens of Covington are vibrant, hospitable, and caring people. It is truly an honor to serve in this community.„

- Charika Davis Portrait of Covington City Council Member Fleeta Baggett

As a sixth generation Covingtonian, I care deeply about our town. You can count on me to work tirelessly to preserve the past, improve the quality of life for the present and continue building a community we will be proud of in the future.„

- Mayor, Fleeta Baggett Portrait of Covington City Council Member Susie Keck

Covington is a special place. The amenities, southern charm, leisure activities and city services all make Covington a premier place to live, work and play.„

- Susie Keck Portrait of Covington City Council Member Anthony Henderson

I just want to be a voice for the people. If it is for the people and will help the people, I am all for it.„

- Anthony Henderson girls singing at Lighting of the Square

live

Covington strives to be the premier destination in the south to call home. Families make up the fabric of our community. Find out why Covington should be your next stop.

work

From industrial to healthcare and retail to technology, there are multiple options for workforce and career opportunities in Covington and Newton County.

play

Everyone needs to unwind. From an award winning July 4th fireworks celebration to farmers markets to a month-long Christmas celebration, there is no shortage of things to do around Covington.

FEATURED EVENTS (click the calendar for more!)

Mar 16 | City Council Meeting
Mar 17 | Board of Appeals &...
Mar 21 | Keep Newton Beautiful Free...

Next City Council Meeting: Monday, March 16, 2026 Watch the Live Stream Here

BEST-IN-CLASSCITY SERVICES

From police and fire department first responders that are second to none to the County's state-of-the-art 911 Dispatch Center, Covington residents and guests have access to some of the best services in the country. The city boasts four accredited departments and 350 employees who work every day with the singular goal of making Covington the finest city in the South.

Covington PD: The best of the best A rare Accedited Status Covington PD
Covington's Police Department is the first agency in the state of Georgia and tenth in the world to achieve accredited status. Click here to find out what makes our police department "Effective, Efficient and Professional."
The Covington Fire Department Highly decorated Fire Department.
The Covington Fire Department is one of only six accredited agencies in the State of Georgia recognized by the Commission on Fire Accreditation International. Click here to see why the CFD is recognized as an industry leader Fire, Rescue and Emergency Service.
This is how Public Works should work A third re-accredidation Public Works.
The City of Covington's Public Works Department received their third re-accreditation in 2018 with a 100 percent passing rate. Only 138 Public Works Departments in the United States and Canada are accredited and Georgia is home to only three of those 138.
Want to know what ethical looks like? Look no further than Covington City of Ethics.
In 2006, the Georgia Municipal Association designated the City of Covington as a City of Ethics. The voluntary program encourages cities to adopt and adhere to a set of key ethical principles and a comprehensive model ethics ordinance. See why that is important by clicking here.
Covington is a City of Excellence But don't take our word for it A City of Excellence
In January 2003, the City of Covington was one of 10 cities to be awarded the 2003 City of Excellence Award, presented by the Georgia Municipal Association and Georgia Trend Magazine. The winners were judged against 14 criteria, such as fiscal management, public safety, citizen participation, cultural activities, community partnerships and downtown viability.
Excellence in Financial Reporting This is transparency Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting.
The city was first awarded a CAFR in 2015. The City is required to annually submit financial statements to the Georgia Department of Audits and Accounting, but the creation of a CAFR is an extra report that provides in-depth information about the city.
Covington-Newton County 911 Emergency Dispatch reinvented.
The Covington-Newton County 911 Center, as public safety servants is comprised of people dedicated to preserving the value of life of all citizens of, and visitors to, our diverse community.