Wind in Their Wheels
Nine Newton Countians biked nearly 4,000 miles in a little more than two months, bonding through Celebrate Recovery’s mission of healing, faith and togetherness during the Great American Ride. by
Total Package
The Social Circle High School wrestling team built a dynasty through grit, unity and elite coaching. Led by Randy Prater, the Redskins have become the envy of programs across the
Positive Energy
Kaitlyn Williams will take her considerable talents to Savannah State University after a decorated four-year career with the Alcovy High School fastpitch softball team. If past history serves as any
No Ordinary Life
Dana Hammonds lost her younger brother and former major league pitcher David Elder to suicide in January 2023. While his legacy lives on in those he loved, coached and mentored,
Next-Level Fandom
Bennett Walker leaped at the chance to join the Spike Squad at the University of Georgia, and his initial experiences with the ubiquitous student group have only served to deepen
Brave New World
Cole Goering defied the odds to become an alpine skier at the 2025 Special Olympics World Winter Games in Italy. His courageous journey from the neonatal intensive care unit to
Where Eagles Soar
Newton High School alum Matt Easterday was inducted into the Georgia Southern Athletics Hall of Fame in October, forever immortalizing him as one of the most accomplished players in the
Dream Job
Carl Green’s breadth of experiences as a teacher, coach and administrator made him an ideal candidate for a groundbreaking position as Newton County’s first district athletic director. by Gabriel Stovall
The Need for Speed
Todd and Brooke Shambo found an uncommon father-daughter bond in go-kart racing, a hair-raising pursuit that affords them the opportunity to scratch their competitive itch alongside fellow adrenaline junkies. by