Upcoming
2026 Vision Board Goal Party
Start your new year by Designing a Vision Board at our Vision Board Goal Party on Jan. 27, from 3:30-5 p.m. at the Newton County Extension Office, located at 65 Seventh Street in Decatur. Highlight your goals, dreams, and ambitions for 2026! Open to teens and adults. Limited seating available, Pre-register by calling 601-635-7011. Special accommodations are available upon request.
City of Newton Mayoral and Board of Aldermen Meeting
The next regularly called meeting of the City of Newton Mayor and Board of Aldermen will on Tuesday, Feb. 3, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at Newton City Hall.
City of Union Mayoral and Board of Aldermen Meeting
The next regularly called meeting of the City of Union Mayoral and Board of Aldermen will be on Tuesday, Feb. 3, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at Union City Hall.
Town of Decatur Mayor and Board of Aldermen Meeting
The next regularly called meeting of the Town of Decatur Mayoral and Board of Aldermen will be on Tuesday, Feb. 3, beginning at 6 p.m. at Decatur City Hall.
Seed Propagation Workshop
The Newton County Extension Office will host a Seed Propagation Workshop at the Newton County Showbarn on Feb. 17 at 10:30 a.m. Come join Dr. Eddie Smith of Southern Gardening as he demonstrates the different methods for propagating seeds. Please call the Newton County Extension Office at 601-635-7011 to pre-register by Feb. 10. Fee is $10 per person.
Newton County Board of Supervisors Meeting
The next regularly called meeting of the Newton County Board of Supervisors will on Monday, Feb. 2, beginning at 10 a.m. in the boardroom of the Newton County Courthouse.
Healthy Heart Salt-Free Program
The Newton County Extension Office will offer a Healthy Heart Salt-Free Program on Feb. 3 starting at 10 a.m.
Dixie National Junior Livestock Shows
Important Dixie National dates for Newton County Junior Livestock winners include the Hog Show on Feb. 6-7, Steer Show on Feb. 8, and the Sale of Champions on Feb. 12.Please register by Jan. 12.
2026 Loose Caboose Festival
Save the date! The 23rd annual Loose Caboose Festival in Newton is set for Saturday, April 11.
Submit your events for the calendar
Submit your community calendar and news items to appealproduction@gmail.com, leach@newtoncountyappeal.com or morgan@newtoncountyappeal.com. Please send events at least two weeks ahead of time. Please include the date, time, location and a brief description of the event.
