Covington County commissioners end 'compass' billboard advertising contract

Aug 13, 2025

Commissioners voted 3–1 to end the county's contract for digital/compass billboards after a short discussion about cost and effectiveness; staff said arena bookings remain strong despite mixed impressions of the signs.

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At a meeting of the Covington County Commission, commissioners voted 3–1 to end the county's contract for so-called "compass" billboards used to advertise county events and arena rentals.

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