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City Council Moves to Seek Bids for Legal Counsel

At its meeting on Monday, Nov. 24, 2025, the Calhoun City Council voted to open the position of City Attorney to a competitive bid process, opting to issue a Request for Proposal (RFP) instead of making its traditional January appointment. Current City Attorney George Govignon, ...

Sheriff Ralston Welcomes Two Newest Deputy Sheriffs

The Gordon County Sheriff’s Office is proud to announce the graduation of two new deputy sheriffs. On Friday, November 21, Deputy Warren King and Deputy Tyler Cooper successfully completed the 20-week Basic Law Enforcement Training Course (BLETC) at the Regional Police Academy in Rome, ...

Feeding the Needy Calhoun Hosts Free Thanksgiving Event This Thursday

Calhoun’s 2nd annual Feeding the Needy Thanksgiving event will take place on Thursday, Nov. 27, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Christian Activities Center of Calhoun First United Methodist Church, 205 East Line Street. This free event welcomes not only those ...

VAC’s Operation Happy Christmas Still Seeks Sponsors

The Voluntary Action Center’s Operation Happy Christmas program is still in need of sponsors to ensure every child receives a joyful holiday this year. While the VAC initially set a goal of sponsoring 500 children and successfully reached it, more than 600 children are ...

Santa Arrives Early as Adairsville Unveils Six New Pickleball Courts

Adairsville residents received an early holiday surprise this weekend with the official opening of six brand-new pickleball courts on Legacy Way. The highly anticipated addition was celebrated Saturday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by leaders from both the City of Adairsville and Bartow County. The ...

Ribbon Cutting Celebrates Opening of New Ranger Community Center and Playground

The Ranger community has a fresh new space to gather with the official opening of the newly constructed Ranger Community Center and its accompanying playground. The original center, housed for decades in a nearly century-old former school building, has now been replaced with a modern ...

Downtown Calhoun Celebrates a Successful Merry & Bright Weekend

Downtown Calhoun kicked off the holiday season in unforgettable fashion this past weekend, as our community turned out in record numbers for the 2025 Merry & Bright Weekend festivities. From Saturday’s Christmas Tree Lighting to Sunday’s Holiday Open House, the spirit of the season ...

GNTC Celebrates Fall 2025 Electrical Lineworker Program Graduates

Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) honored 14 graduates of its Electrical Lineworker program during a ceremony held Wednesday, Nov. 19, at the Polk County Campus in Rockmart. The students completed an intensive 10-week training program that combined classroom instruction with hands-on experience using donated equipment, ...

CPD Investigating Road Rage Incident on Hwy. 53

The Calhoun Police Department is investigating a road rage incident that occurred around 7:30 p.m. Thursday evening, Nov. 20, near the Dairy Queen on Highway 53. According to officials, a firearm was discharged during the encounter, and a bullet struck a vehicle involved in the ...

The GEM Theatre Shines During Downtown Calhoun’s Merry & Bright Weekend

The GEM Theatre will be a festive highlight during Downtown Calhoun’s Merry & Bright Weekend on Saturday, November 22, welcoming visitors from 6–8 p.m. for a special holiday experience. Guests can step inside the historic theatre from 6–7 p.m. to enjoy classic short reels from ...
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