One Killed in Single-Vehicle Crash on Boone Ford Road

A Calhoun man was killed Thursday morning in a single-vehicle accident on Boone Ford Road, according to the Georgia State Patrol and the Gordon County Coroner’s Office. The crash occurred around 8:30 a.m. on July 3, 2025. Preliminary reports indicate that a red Mazda CX-5... Read More.

Thursdays Local News Headlines

Happy Fourth of July from Georgia 101.7! From all of us at Georgia 101.7, we wish you a safe and joyful Independence Day! Here’s a quick look at what’s happening in our community today: 🔹 Tax Assessment Appeals Deadline ApproachingGordon County property owners have until August... Read More.

Wednesday’s Local News Headlines

GCBC Meeting Highlights Parks Improvements and Property Tax Assessments At Monday night’s Gordon County Board of Commissioners (GCBC) meeting, board members received two key updates—one on parks and recreation improvements, and the other on property tax assessments. Craig Sparks, Director of Parks and Recreation, shared usage... Read More.

Motor Carrier Compliance Division Renamed to Commercial Vehicle Enforcement

ATLANTA, GA – Effective July 1, the Georgia Department of Public Safety’s Motor Carrier Compliance Division (MCCD) will officially operate under a new name: Commercial Vehicle Enforcement (CVE). The name change reflects the division’s ongoing commitment to ensuring the safety, compliance, and enforcement of commercial... Read More.

Deputy Erik Ochoa Named New C.H.A.M.P.S. Instructor for Gordon County

Gordon County Sheriff Mitch Ralston has announced the appointment of Deputy Erik Ochoa as the newest instructor for the Sheriff’s Office’s C.H.A.M.P.S. (Choosing Healthy Activities and Methods Promoting Safety) program. Developed by the Georgia Sheriffs’ Association, the C.H.A.M.P.S. program is designed to educate elementary school... Read More.

Tuesday’s Local News Headlines

Local News Roundup: July 1, 2025 GCBC Meets Tonight – Millage Rate Hearing Set for July 15 The Gordon County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting this evening, beginning with a work session at 5 p.m. followed by the regular session at 6 p.m.... Read More.