ArchiveAre You Sleepy?
How much sleep do you really need? As children we were encouraged to get a good night’s rest in order to perform well …
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ArchiveThe Art of People
I have a new position, a new title and well just a new role in life. I am happy to have been chosen as the new Executi…
ArchiveBarnes Honorary Social Workers Awarded
Pictured (left to right): RCPS Director of Community and Student Support April Fallon, Carolina Robinson, RCPS Social …
ArchiveIt’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas At The RCSO
To help make the RCSO look a lot like Christmas, Sheriff Levett asked students to help bring holiday cheer to the RCSO…
ArchiveBlack Shoals Retreat House and Nature Trail Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Held October 20th
Black Shoals Retreat House and Nature Trail Ribbon Cutting Ceremony was held October 20th. The Rockdale County Departm…
ArchiveBoost Your Metabolism
According to Merriam-Webster: me·tab·o·lism: the chemical processes by which a plant or an animal uses food, water, et…
ArchiveBringing the Community Together for Red Ribbon Week
Contributed by Jazz Duncan As the hot, summer days pass us by much too quickly, a very special annual occasion is appr…
ArchiveWhat does a bunny and eggs have to do with Easter?
The Bible makes no mention of a long-eared, short-tailed creature who delivers decorated eggs to well-behaved children…
ArchiveCalifornia couple makes move to Covington after Internet search
Matt and Rachelle Reimers Covington, GA – If you travel West on Interstate 20 from Covington for 2,174 miles you will …
ArchiveCamp Kate Helping Grieving Children
The death of a family member or friend brings pain to many, including children or youth whose grief is often misunders…
ArchiveCarnivores, Omnivores, Herbivores…Oh My!
Meat. Good or bad? Healthy and necessary, or deadly and should never be eaten again? Good news for the carnivores! The…
ArchiveCelebrating Earth Day with Acts of Green
April 22, 2015 marks the 45th Anniversary of Earth Day. Will you take part in an “Act of Green” on Earth Day? An Act o…
ArchiveChiro + Praxis = Hand + To Do = Done by Hand = Chiropractic
Although I’m not a Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) and never studied to be one, I utilize chiropractic to maintain and pro…
ArchiveChristmas 1884 in Olde Town
by Charles Walker, Conyers Mayor 1978-1998 If we could take a little trip in a time capsule to 1884 and look around we…
ArchiveA Christmas Remembered
A year or so ago I wrote about a Christmas I vividly recall. Although I vividly recall a number of them, I am sorry to…
ArchiveCommunity Trivia to Benefit Walk of Heroes Veterans War Memorial
The Knights of Columbus Council 10004 announces community trivia to benefit Walk of Heroes Veterans War Memorial. The …
ArchiveConfidence: When you believe in you, all things are possible!
In a previous article, I wrote about confidence and building a Confidence Bank. As children we believe the sky is the …
ArchiveConyers Fire Department
In the annals of local history there are many things which are better forgotten than remembered. There are others whic…
ArchiveConyers Hires New Main Street Director Brittany Evans
(Conyers, GA—November 12, 2014) In an effort to continue its focus on preserving and promoting historic Olde Town Cony…
ArchiveConyers Native Connor Pledger to Play at Celtic Tavern
Conyers native, Connor Pledger, is stopping by The Celtic Tavern July 20th 8-9pm with his friend Paul Pfau from this p…
ArchiveConyers-Rockdale Council for the Arts announces Shelli Siebert As New Executive Director
The Conyers-Rockdale Council for the Arts announces Shelli Siebert as its new Executive Director. Taking the reins thi…
ArchiveDaddy, Don’t Walk So Fast!
I was being ruthless. Determined that my first born son was not going to grow up a sissy. I had allowed him to go rabb…
Artist Spotlight – Stratocats
The Stratocats are a local band that have been performing for 25 years. Brent Burch and Keith Kiser are original membe…
A Special Memory at Walk of Heroes
The Walk of Heroes/Veterans War Memorial will host a special event in early May in honor of the 40th Anniversary of th…
Atlanta Area Suzuki Piano Association Joins with Local Orchestra for 39th Bi-annual Graduation Concert
Northview High School Orchestra with members of Southern Crescent Symphony Orchestra will perform under the baton of C…
Atlanta Area Suzuki Piano Association Showcases Local Student Talent in 40th Graduation Concert
Spivey Hall to host event; Atlanta radio personality John Lemley to emcee The Atlanta Area Suzuki Piano Association (A…
Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Joins Spivey Hall’s 27th Season Line-Up
Spivey Grand Finale is the 2025-2018 Series’ Only Guest Orchestra Performance Photo credit: Jeff Roffman Spivey Hall h…
Author and Financial Advisor Mark DiGiovanni Releases Seventh Book
FUTURE VALUE: MONEY LESSONS FOR LIFE Provides Practical Advice for Graduates Author, speaker and financial advisor Mar…
Being with Seniors on Mother's Day
Mother’s Day is the one day in the year especially set aside for Moms everywhere. Don’t forget the grandparents! When …
What Better Christmas Gift Than the Gift of Travel
A Look into the Travel Company – Traverus/ Paycation Travel International Would you like to spend more time with your …
Bike Run to Benefit Kids with Cancer, Children's Health Care of Atlanta
Victor Armendariz, Candidate for US Congress District 4, invites all bikers and the community to support a Bike Run to…
Blueberry Plants Available
Blueberries; the healthy fruit Blueberries are my favorite fruit. I have three blueberry plants in my garden; one earl…
Bunk'n for Bunks Take 3
The local Bunco team, known as the “Bunco Babes”, are hosting a fundraiser for Family Promise of NewRock. Bunkin’ for …
Burge Organic Farm Offers CSA Shares
Now is the time to sign up to be a part of the Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) organized by Burge Organic Farm. …
Cancer Care Restorative Yoga at Soul Yoga and Wellness Studio
Soul Yoga and Wellness Studio in Olde Town Conyers isn’t your ordinary yoga studio. Its owner, Lisa Poole, is on a mis…
We Can Choose Courage or Comfort
We can choose courage or comfort , but not both at the same time. Think about that for just a moment. Try to find a ti…
Celebrating "The Change" to Feature Health, Wellness and Fitness Experts
The Prowriter’s Studio Hosts National Menopause Awareness Month Event In observance of National Menopause Awareness Mo…
Change in Spivey Hall's Last Concert of 25th Anniversary Piano Series
Pianist Behzod Abduraimov Cancels Spivey Hall Debut Recital Due to Illness; Brazilian Pianist Arnaldo Cohen Will Perfo…
City of Conyers Proclaims May Lupus Awareness Month
On April 20, 2016, Mayor Mills from the City of Conyers proclaimed May as Lupus Awareness Month. The proclamation was …
City of Covington to Host Free Legion Field Grand Opening Event
Drive Time and Newton County Community Band to Perform To celebrate the official grand opening of Legion Field, the Ci…
City of Covington Parking Authority to Launch Complimentary Golf Cart Shuttle
Visitors to the Covington Square will no longer have to worry about finding a parking space in close proximity to thei…
City of Covington Police Department Coordinates Large Scale Mock Disaster Drill
The City of Covington Police Department (CPD) recently teamed with 10 other agencies to conduct a large-scale active s…
Clayton State University Announces Winners of Atlanta Metro Studios’ James D. Brubaker Film Scholarship
Clayton State University has announced the recipients of Atlanta Metro Studios’ 2025 James D. Brubaker Film Scholarshi…
Clayton State University’s Unveils New Film and Digital Media Certificate
The Film and Digital Media Center is hosting an open house to mark the launch the new film and digital media certifica…
Clear Speech, Navigating the Holidays with a Special Needs Child
The holidays are a time of the year when families get together and celebrate. Delicious food, big family gatherings an…
Columbus Regional in Exclusive Negotiations with Piedmont Healthcare
On May 8, 2025, Columbus Regional Health and Piedmont Healthcare signed a Letter of Intent, initiating an exclusive ne…
Commissioner Oz Nesbitt Distributes Hams for Easter
Rockdale County Commissioner Oz Nesbitt held his annual Lend-A-Ham drive to help area senior citizens enjoy a great Ea…
Common Sense
Have you ever heard the saying, “Common sense, not so common”? Let’s begin defining common sense: good sense and sound…
Common Sports Injuries Parents of Student Athletes Should Know - Living Better with Piedmont
Injuries of the hand, elbow, shoulder, and ankle are some of the most common sports-related injuries that Justin Kunes…
Community Needs Assessment Survey for Rockdale Drug-Free Community Coalition
The Rockdale Drug-Free Community Coalition is conducting a Community Needs Assessment and they would like your input. …
Conyers Family Chiropractic Holds 20th Annual Chiropractic Care Day
Conyers Family Chiropractic Center is holding their 20th Annual Chiropractic Care Day on Saturday, February 18th from …
Conyers Police Explorers Fundraising
Conyers Police Explorer Post 2222 is currently selling the 2016 Camp Card to raise funds for the program. Cards are $5…
Conyers Rockdale Chamber Welcomes The Shack Out Back
The Shack Out Back held it’s ribbon cutting on July 30th. Rob and Staci Lowder invite the public to their vintage anti…
Conyers-Rockdale Council for the Arts Hosts The Drifters
Up on the Roof, Under the Boardwalk, This Magic Moment, There Goes My Baby, Dance with Me, Spanish Harlem, Stand by Me…
Courtesy Mitsubishi Opens in Conyers
On May 1, 2016, Courtesy Automotive Group (Courtesy) expanded their automotive service and sales with the opening of t…
Covington Assistant Police Chief Almond Turner to Retire After 45 Years
The City of Covington’s longest tenured employee is set to retire after 45 years of serving the city and its residents…
Covington Family YMCA Summer Camp Creates Community Leaders
Every summer and during after school programs, students thrive in an environment established by the Covington Family Y…
Covington – Newton County 911 Center Employee Recognized by The American Red Cross
Nate Stykes, a communications officer for the Covington-Newton County Communications Center, was recently recognized b…
Covington Police Explorers Bring Home Hardware at National Competition
Covington Police Explorers Improve on Last Year’s Results The 2015 Covington Police Explorers were knocking on the doo…
A Dark’nin’ Summer Shower
When a dark’nin’ summer shower comes a-rollin’ down the hill And wets the thirsty concrete and the dried up daffodil A…