Election News: Final Push for the Runoff
Early voting for the June 16 General Primary Runoff wraps up today, Friday, June 12. Polls are open at the Gordon County Courthouse, located at 100 South Wall Street, from 8:30 a.m. until 6:00 p.m.
Voter turnout has remained steady throughout the week, with 972 ballots cast through Wednesday. Election Day is Tuesday, June 16, with polls open from 7:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m.
Voters are reminded that those who previously voted at the Calhoun Recreation Department will now cast their ballots at Belmont Baptist Church, located at 275 West Belmont Drive.
On Air: Education and Local Issues
This morning on A Brand New Day, we welcomed Judy Craig, candidate for Gordon County Board of Education At-Large Post 7, to discuss her platform and priorities ahead of Tuesday’s runoff election.
Local Economic Trends
Inflation continues to impact local families and businesses. With Georgia’s temporary gas tax suspension having expired, many households are expected to see higher fuel costs in the coming weeks. Rising natural gas prices are also increasing energy expenses for manufacturers and industrial operations, contributing to broader price increases on consumer goods.
Local agricultural producers, including those in the poultry industry, are facing higher feed and energy costs, adding further pressure to grocery prices.
Policy and Development Updates
The Gordon County Board of Commissioners is scheduled to adopt its Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget during a meeting on June 16 at 6:00 p.m. in the Judicial Building Assembly Room.
Meanwhile, the City of Calhoun will hold a public hearing on June 22 regarding its 2026 General Government Fee Resolution and utility rate adjustments.
The City of Calhoun recently extended its moratorium on new data center developments through mid-January 2027. The city’s moratorium on new massage parlor applications remains in effect until July 23, 2026. Gordon County has also extended its data center moratorium through August 4, 2026.
Community Alert
The Floyd County Police Department is seeking information on 16-year-old Bryan Charles Williams Jr., who was last seen on June 3 in the West Rome area and may have traveled to Calhoun.
Williams is described as a white male, 5 feet 11 inches tall, weighing approximately 160 pounds, with light brown hair and hazel eyes. Anyone with information is asked to contact E-911.
Weekend Events
Support local farmers and vendors this Saturday at the Downtown Calhoun Farmers Market and the Resaca Farmers Market. Both markets will be open from 8:00 a.m. until noon.
Sports fans can follow the Georgia Bulldogs in the College World Series with coverage beginning Saturday morning at 7:40 a.m.
And don’t forget to tune in Sunday for Sunday Morning Gospel Time, airing from 6:00 a.m. until 9:00 a.m.