We have a lot going on around Calhoun and Gordon County, and we are excited to share all the latest news, sports, and community events with you.
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Local News & Economy
The Calhoun Fire Department is investigating a commercial structure fire that broke out early Friday morning at 212 South King Street. Chief Mike Schutz confirmed the fire was safely extinguished with no injuries reported.
In regional developments, the EPA has awarded major brownfield grants to help revitalize Northwest Georgia, including $1.5 million to the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission and $500,000 to the Rome Floyd County Development Authority to assess properties for commercial redevelopment.
On the national front, experts predict the Federal Reserve will hold interest rates steady through the end of the year, likely delaying any rate cuts until 2027.
The national job market is settling into a “low-hire, low-fire” equilibrium, though consumers should remain cautious as price pressures face an upward trend.
The Gordon County Sheriff’s Office morning arrest report is live, and full coverage is available at discovergordoncounty.com.
Community Services & Ongoing Needs
Carol’s Closet is currently in critical need of laundry pods and diapers to support local families in need.
Families participating in the United We Read Summer Reading Challenge can ask organizers how to earn entries to win one of four $250 utility bill assistance prizes drawn on August 7.
The 10th Annual FREE Back-to-School Outreach is seeking food trucks, vendors, churches, and businesses for their July 25 event at Black & Yellow Park. Sign up by calling 678-767-0071.
Library & Senior Programs
Today at the Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, “Workout with Nancy” runs until 11:00 AM for adults, and “Chapter Champions” for 3rd through 5th graders takes place from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
The Fairmount Library Summer Reading Bingo program remains ongoing through July 24.
Seniors are invited to the Silver Sneakers Class every Tuesday and Friday morning at 9:00 AM ($4 per class). Call 706-629-2599 for details.
The Calhoun Rec senior trip to Unclaimed Baggage is departing tomorrow, June 30.
Entertainment, Markets, & Sports
The Historic GEM Theatre will host its free family movie series on July 7, featuring Journey to the Center of the Earth.
Local Farmers Markets are open in Downtown Calhoun (Tue/Sat, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM), Ridge Ferry Park in Rome (Wed/Sat, 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM), and Resaca (Thu, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM).
The Atlanta Braves head back to Truist Park on Tuesday, June 30, to kick off a three-game series against the St. Louis Cardinals, with the first pitch set for 7:15 PM.