FBI Investigating Officer Involved Shooting in Calhoun Overnight

Calhoun Police Chief Tony Pyle has released information on the overnight shooting that happened close to Applebee's: “Last night at approximately 11:30 p.m., our Special Operations Unit, in coordination with the DEA, attempted a traffic stop on a suspect vehicle on Outlet Center Drive.... Read More.

News Headlines From Georgia 1017 WJTH 4-30-25

In today's news: An officer involved shooting occurred last night near the intersection of Highway 53 and Bellwood Road. Sources say DEA agents were involved in the non-fatal shooting. No officers were injured. Investigations will continue by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Keep Calhoun Gordon Beautiful... Read More.

News Headlines From Georgia 1017 WJTH 4-29-25

In today's news: Calhoun City Council Meeting Alert:  First Budget hearing for the 2025-2026 fiscal year is coming up on May 12th.  The meeting starts at 6p.m. at the Depot. Gordon County Board of Commissioners Meeting is on May 6th at 6p.m. with the work session... Read More.

News Headlines From Georgia 1017 WJTH 4-28-25

In today's news: Thanks to Keep Gordon County Beautiful (Representatives: Beth Vaughn and Judy Peterson) the arrival of roll off bins for paper recycling at Gordon County Compactor sites will be starting in May Why Recycle Paper? There are plenty of good reasons to recycle paper: • It... Read More.

Burn Ban Alert: The Annual Summer Open Burn Ban is in Effect

Burn Ban Alert: The annual Summer Open Burn Ban is in effect May 1 – Sept 30 across 54 Georgia counties, including Gordon County. This ban helps protect air quality & prevent wildfires. Counties in our area: Bartow, Catoosa, Chattooga, Cherokee, Cobb, Dawson, Floyd, Forsyth,... Read More.