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GNTC Accepting Applications for Disabled Veterans Scholarship Through April 30

Monday, April 6

ROME, Ga. — Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) is now accepting applications for the summer term of a new state-funded scholarship designed to support disabled veterans pursuing technical education. The Disabled Veterans Support Scholarship (DVSS) is funded through voluntary donations made on Georgia state income... Read More.

Floyd County Approves Contract to Stabilize Historic Courthouse

Monday, April 6

FLOYD COUNTY, Ga. — The Floyd County Board of Commissioners has approved a contract to begin stabilization work on the Historic Courthouse following recent fire damage. During a special called meeting on Monday, April 6, 2026, commissioners approved expenses and a proposal to contract Quality... Read More.

Georgia Lawmakers Pass “Baby Box” Bill; Measure Now Heads to Governor

Sunday, April 5

Georgia lawmakers have approved legislation that would create a legal and safe way for mothers to surrender newborn babies. House Bill 350, introduced by State Representative Mike Cameron—who represents Dade County and parts of Walker County—has passed both the Georgia House and Senate and now... Read More.

Braves Battle Diamondbacks Tonight on Georgia 101.7 FM

Saturday, April 4

The Atlanta Braves hit the field tonight for a road matchup against the Arizona Diamondbacks. First pitch is set for 7:15 PM, with coverage beginning at 6:00 PM on Georgia 101.7 FM WJTH. Atlanta comes in with a 6-2 record on the year, while Arizona... Read More.

Gordon County Announces Temporary Road Closure for Maintenance

Friday, April 3

Gordon County officials are advising residents and drivers of an upcoming road closure impacting heavy truck traffic next week. According to Gordon County Public Works, McDaniel Station will be closed to all heavy truck traffic on Monday, April 6, and Tuesday, April 7, 2026. The... Read More.

Braves Face Diamondbacks in Late-Night Road Test On Georgia 101.7

Friday, April 3

The Atlanta Braves are back in action tonight as they take on the Arizona Diamondbacks in a late-night showdown. First pitch is scheduled for 9:40 PM, with coverage beginning at 8:30 PM on Georgia 101.7 WJTH. The Braves bring a 5-2 record into the game... Read More.

Brush Fire in Gordon County Leads to Death Investigation on Nicklesville Road

Thursday, April 2

GORDON COUNTY, Ga. — A brush fire response in Gordon County on Thursday afternoon led to the discovery of a deceased individual and an active multi-agency investigation. According to Gordon County Fire Rescue, crews were dispatched around 1:56 p.m. on April 2 to the 7000... Read More.

Braves Take on Diamondbacks Late Tonight on Georgia 101.7 FM

Thursday, April 2

The Atlanta Braves are back in action tonight as they travel to Arizona to battle the Diamondbacks in a late-night matchup. The Braves come in with a 4-2 record, while the Diamondbacks are 3-3 and a perfect 3-0 at home. Atlanta will look to keep... Read More.

Georgia Unemployment Rate Holds Steady at 3.5% in January

Thursday, April 2

The Georgia Department of Labor announced that Georgia’s unemployment rate for January 2026 held steady at 3.5 percent, unchanged from a revised 3.5 percent in December and below the national unemployment rate by 0.8 percentage point. The state’s unemployment rate was 3.4 percent one... Read More.

Georgia Highway System Ranked Second in Nation for Cost-Effectiveness and Condition

Thursday, April 2

Georgia’s highway system has been ranked second in the nation for overall cost-effectiveness and condition, according to the nonprofit public policy research organization, the Reason Foundation. The ranking is part of the organization’s 29th Annual Highway Report, which evaluates highway systems in all 50 states... Read More.

GNTC Accepting Applications for Disabled Veterans Scholarship Through April 30

Floyd County Approves Contract to Stabilize Historic Courthouse

Georgia Lawmakers Pass “Baby Box” Bill; Measure Now Heads to Governor

Braves Battle Diamondbacks Tonight on Georgia 101.7 FM

Gordon County Announces Temporary Road Closure for Maintenance

Braves Face Diamondbacks in Late-Night Road Test On Georgia 101.7

Brush Fire in Gordon County Leads to Death Investigation on Nicklesville Road

Braves Take on Diamondbacks Late Tonight on Georgia 101.7 FM

Georgia Unemployment Rate Holds Steady at 3.5% in January

Georgia Highway System Ranked Second in Nation for Cost-Effectiveness and Condition

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