More By allowing ads to appear on this site, you support the local businesses who, in turn, support great journalism. Newton senator requests study of Alcovy Judicial Circuit caseload, cost of proposed split Says legislative action likely to be pushed to 2022 session as Crossover Day looms The Georgia State Capitol. - photo by David Clemons COVINGTON, Ga. — State Sen. Brian Strickland, R-McDonough, said he wanted two types of studies to be conducted before the possibility of splitting the Alcovy Judicial Circuit could begin to move forward. Members of Newton County’s delegation met Wednesday via Zoom to discuss the potential of pushing through what would be historic legislation.