Covington, Georgia

In recent years, Covington and Newton County have become a mecca for the production of films and TV shows. This small town can transform itself into a Civil War village, a 1950’s town or a modern day city. With scenic and historical locations, and moderate climate, filmmakers have used this small town extensively. The Dukes of Hazzard first five episodes were filmed in and around Newton County. Fans of the show still gather in Covington once a year, with their General Lees, to tour location sites and relive the series. In the Heat of the Night was filmed in the Newton County area for seven years. The show continues to draw visitors and has helped make the Courthouse one of the most recognized for a small town in the United States.