The NEWTON Community Magazine

The magazine is published quarterly Winter, Spring, Summer, and Fall and focuses on Newton County and the cities of Covington, Mansfield, Newborn, Oxford, Porterdale, and Social Circle.

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An Oasis of Healing - Bonds family portrait in front of the Victorian farmhouse
Features

An Oasis of Healing

A Victorian farmhouse and five acres of revived soil tell a story of faith‑driven restoration, heritage and homegrown renewal at Bonds Estate and Gardens. by Kari Apted Visiting Bonds Estate

On The Cover: ‘River Rocks’ - river-rocks-issue-cover.jpg
On the Cover

On The Cover: ‘River Rocks’

Jacqueline Kelly often draws inspiration from nature and the God who created it, as evidenced in “River Rocks”—the painting she crafted for the 2026 Fall Issue of The NEWTON Community

Favorite Four - botanical illustration of goldenrod, mullein, nettles and purslane
Features

Favorite Four

When Robert and L.A. Bonds purchased their Newton County farmland, it led to a fun scavenger hunt to determine which plants were already established and which ones…

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Care Package - Susann Whittle at the Piedmont Newton nurses' station
Health & Wellness

Care Package

Susann Whittle has helped Newton County families welcome new life for more than three decades, having built a career through compassion, community and support close to home. by Avril Occilien-Similien

Dance in the Dust - Jamie Hays cutting
Sports & Recreation

Dance in the Dust

Jamie Hays followed her childhood love of horses into the demanding sport of cutting, where she built a world-class resume defined by grit, skill and sportsmanship. by Chris Bridges Jamie

One Note at a Time - Dr. Emorja Roberson performing BE-SPOKEN
Arts, Education & Innovation

One Note at a Time

Engrained in Black‑church traditions and driven by a calling to serve, Dr. Emorja Roberson built choirs, forged community relationships and used music as a bridge between generations, campuses and congregations.

No Feline Left Behind - Payton Coleman with the cats at Kat Pawz Sanctuary
Living

No Feline Left Behind

Built on a childhood love of rescuing strays, Kat Pawz Sanctuary endures as Payton Coleman’s way of honoring her late sister by offering refuge to the cats they vowed to

Spotlights

Publishers' Note - snail illustration
Publishers' Note

Meet the Publishers Fall 2026

One Sunday, when I was a relatively new believer, I made the following comment: “I need to pray for patience.” The collective gasp and the advice that…

When Heaven Feels Silent - Anderson Byrd
Grace & Truth

When Heaven Feels Silent

Quiet seasons do not signal abandonment. God moves in hidden ways long before His answers appear. by Anderson Byrd I’m a firm believer in Christ’s power and love, but my

Staying Ahead of the H20 Curve
Business Highlight

Staying Ahead of the H20 Curve

The Newton County Water and Sewerage Authority takes a proactive approach to safeguarding the lifeblood of the communities it serves.  by Michelle Floyd The next time you brush your teeth

Meet the Writers

Meet the Writers