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Friday Night Lights Return: Gordon County Teams Prepare for 2026 Football Season

Monday, August 10

Gordon Central Looks to Build on 8-Win Season as Warriors Prepare for 2026 Gordon Central is looking to continue the progress made over the past two seasons as the Warriors prepare to take the field in 2026 under head coach Billy Blizzard. The Warriors are coming... Read More.

Calhoun Police Make Several Arrests Following Investigation Into Recreation Department Fight

Friday, August 7

The Calhoun Police Department says several people have been arrested as part of an ongoing investigation into a large fight at the Calhoun Recreation Department last month that authorities later connected to a burglary earlier that day. According to a statement released by Calhoun Police,... Read More.

AdventHealth Gordon recognizes Brandi Starr as SonShine Award recipient

Thursday, August 6

AdventHealth Gordon has recognized dietary team member Brandi Starr as a recipient of the hospital's SonShine Award, honoring her compassion, kindness and commitment to serving others. According to AdventHealth Gordon, Starr was nominated by fellow team members who described her as a bright light throughout... Read More.

State Route 53 Remains Closed Following Tractor-Trailer Crash in Gordon County

Thursday, August 6

State Route 53 (Rome Road) remains completely closed in both directions Thursday morning in the Scottsville Community following a major crash involving a tractor-trailer and downed power lines. The crash occurred earlier Thursday morning and continues to impact traffic as emergency crews remain on the... Read More.

Calhoun Police Seek Suspect Following Armed Robbery and Exchange of Gunfire

Wednesday, August 5

The Calhoun Police Department is searching for a Rome man accused of robbing a victim at gunpoint during an online sales transaction that ended with an exchange of gunfire. According to Lt. Col. K.J. Carson, officers responded to the Derby Lane area around 6 p.m.... Read More.

Gordon County Deputies Arrest Fugitive Wanted in South Dakota and Oklahoma

Wednesday, August 5

A man wanted by authorities in both South Dakota and Oklahoma has been arrested in Gordon County following a traffic stop by sheriff's deputies. According to the Gordon County Sheriff's Office, deputies on patrol stopped a suspicious vehicle on Dews Pond Road near Calhoun on... Read More.

Georgia squirrel season opens Aug. 15, offering early hunting opportunities

Wednesday, August 5

Georgia hunters will soon be heading back into the woods as squirrel season officially opens on Aug. 15, marking the start of one of the state's longest-running small game hunting seasons. The Georgia Department of Natural Resources' Wildlife Resources Division (WRD) says squirrel hunting provides... Read More.

Braves Return Home to Face Marlins in Series Opener

Tuesday, August 4

Baseball returns to Truist Park Tuesday night as the Atlanta Braves host the Miami Marlins in the opening game of a three-game series. Airtime is 6 p.m. on Georgia 101.7 FM WJTH, with first pitch scheduled for 7:15 p.m. The Braves bring a 67-45 record... Read More.

Traffic Backs Up After Crash on I-75 Northbound Near Mile Marker 308

Tuesday, August 4

Motorists traveling on Interstate 75 northbound in Gordon County are being urged to use caution after a crash has closed at least one lane near mile marker 308. According to initial reports, the accident resulted in minor injuries. Emergency crews are on the scene, and... Read More.

Unattended Death Under Investigation on Webber Road Near Plainville

Sunday, August 2

Deputies with the Gordon County Sheriff’s Office and officials with the Gordon County Coroner’s Office are investigating an unattended death at a private residence on Webber Road near Plainville. Gordon County Sheriff Mitch Ralston said deputies and coroner’s officials responded to the residence Sunday. Authorities... Read More.

Friday Night Lights Return: Gordon County Teams Prepare for 2026 Football Season

Calhoun Police Make Several Arrests Following Investigation Into Recreation Department Fight

AdventHealth Gordon recognizes Brandi Starr as SonShine Award recipient

State Route 53 Remains Closed Following Tractor-Trailer Crash in Gordon County

Calhoun Police Seek Suspect Following Armed Robbery and Exchange of Gunfire

Gordon County Deputies Arrest Fugitive Wanted in South Dakota and Oklahoma

Georgia squirrel season opens Aug. 15, offering early hunting opportunities

Braves Return Home to Face Marlins in Series Opener

Traffic Backs Up After Crash on I-75 Northbound Near Mile Marker 308

Unattended Death Under Investigation on Webber Road Near Plainville

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