NEWTON COUNTY – For the first time since 2019, The Covington News will host a political forum for qualified candidates in the City of Covington municipal election. The forum will take place at the Newton County Historical Courthouse on Thursday, Oct. 16, from 6:30 - 8 p.m. Candidates who qualified for the 2025 City of Covington election will be in attendance. The forum will be moderated by Evan Newton, managing editor of The News. Submit your questions here.