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Sheriff Announces Sergeant Garcia’s Completion of Elite Instructor Training

Monday, July 21

Monday, July 21, 2025 — The Gordon County Sheriff's Office is proud to announce that Sergeant Bobby Garcia has successfully completed the highly demanding Driver Instructor Training Program (DITP) at the Georgia Public Safety Training Center (GPSTC). Sergeant Garcia graduated from the two-week course on... Read More.

Governor Kemp Orders State Agencies to Brace for Budget Constraints Amid Federal Cuts

Monday, July 21

Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has instructed state agencies to begin planning for leaner budgets as the state prepares for the potential fallout from federal spending reductions. According to new guidance from the governor’s budget office, agencies must draft amended fiscal year 2026 and fiscal year... Read More.

Monday Local News Headlines

Monday, July 21

Qualifying Dates Announced for Calhoun Municipal Elections CALHOUN, Ga. — The City of Calhoun has officially announced qualifying dates for its upcoming municipal elections, with prospective candidates invited to submit their notice of candidacy from Monday, August 18, through Wednesday, August 20, 2025. Voters will have... Read More.

Georgia Officials Urge Caution as Off-Highway Vehicle Crashes Rise Statewide

Sunday, July 20

With summer activities in full swing, the Georgia Department of Public Safety (DPS) is issuing a renewed call for caution when operating multipurpose off-highway vehicles (MPOHVs), all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), low-speed vehicles (LSVs), and golf carts. According to DPS data, from January 1 through June 20,... Read More.

Dangerous Heat Expected Across North Georgia This Week.

Sunday, July 20

Residents across north and central Georgia should prepare for dangerously high heat indices, which are expected to climb above 100 degrees beginning this weekend and continuing into early next week. The National Weather Service warns that Heat Advisories are increasingly likely for Sunday, Monday, and... Read More.

Community Rallies to “Fill the Truck” for Local Families in Need

Sunday, July 20

Community spirit was on full display this weekend as residents turned out in force for the “Fill the Truck” donation event at Food Lion, aimed at supporting local families through the VAC (Voluntary Action Center). Thanks to the kindness and generosity of donors, organizers collected... Read More.

Veteran Deputy Honored With ‘Quilt of Valor’

Saturday, July 19

GORDON COUNTY, GA — July 18, 2025 — In a heartfelt ceremony held Friday, Detective Dylan Payne of the Gordon County Sheriff’s Office was recognized by the national organization “Quilts of Valor” for his military service with the United States Army. Detective Payne, an Afghanistan... Read More.

Two Injured in Crash at Hwy. 136 and Corinth Road

Saturday, July 19

GORDON COUNTY – Two people were injured Thursday morning in a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Highway 136 and Corinth Road, according to preliminary findings from the Georgia State Patrol. The incident occurred around 9:45 a.m. on July 17, 2025. Authorities say a Lincoln... Read More.

Gordon County Board of Elections and Registration to Hold July 18 Meeting

Friday, July 18

CALHOUN — The Gordon County Board of Elections and Registration will hold its regular monthly meeting on Friday, July 18, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. The meeting will take place at the Board of Elections and Registration Office, located inside the Gordon County Courthouse. The meeting... Read More.

Two Men Arrested in Rome, GA for Possession and Manufacturing of Explosive Devices

Thursday, July 17

ROME, GA — State and federal authorities have arrested two Rome men following the discovery of multiple homemade explosive devices in a local commercial facility and private residence, according to Georgia Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner John F. King. On the morning of July 15,... Read More.

Sheriff Announces Sergeant Garcia’s Completion of Elite Instructor Training

Governor Kemp Orders State Agencies to Brace for Budget Constraints Amid Federal Cuts

Monday Local News Headlines

Georgia Officials Urge Caution as Off-Highway Vehicle Crashes Rise Statewide

Dangerous Heat Expected Across North Georgia This Week.

Community Rallies to “Fill the Truck” for Local Families in Need

Veteran Deputy Honored With ‘Quilt of Valor’

Two Injured in Crash at Hwy. 136 and Corinth Road

Gordon County Board of Elections and Registration to Hold July 18 Meeting

Two Men Arrested in Rome, GA for Possession and Manufacturing of Explosive Devices

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