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Minor flooding along Yellow River
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Updated: Dec 23, 2013, 4:37 PM
Published: Dec 23, 2013, 4:38 PM

IN BRIEF: A flood warning has been issued by the National Weather Service for the Yellow River near Milstead and the South River on the southern part of Rockdale going into Snapping Shoals in Newton County. 

Rockdale's Emergency Management reported minor flooding along the Yellow River, going into some yards and woodlands and some streets have been reported with water at intersections. There are no evacuations but authorities are monitoring the water levels closely, said EMA manager and Rockdale County Sheriff's Office Capt. Myra Pearell. 
Sheriff’s Office seeks help identifying suspected arsonist
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The suspect is believed to be a young Black male who is pictured wearing a pastel t-shirt, dark pants and white shoes. - photo by Courtesy of the Newton County Sheriff's Office
Kate Verity
Published: Mar 13, 2025, 8:24 PM

NEWTON COUNTY — The Newton County Sheriff’s Office (NSCO) is seeking the community’s help in identifying and gaining information regarding an arson suspect. 

According to the NCSO, on Friday, March 7 at around 2:30 p.m., the pictured individual is believed to have deliberately started a fire at the Silos Clubhouse.

The NCSO is requesting that residents of the Ellington Community check their cameras during the Friday afternoon time frame. Videos can be emailed to alberto@newtonsheriffga.org.

If anyone has any information regarding the case, including recognizing the suspected arsonist, call Investigator Alberto at 678-625-1429.

There is no information currently available about the fire itself or any damage it may have caused. The Covington News has reached out to the NCSO and Newton County Fire Services for more information regarding the incident.