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Gordon County Sheriff’s Office Issues Scam Alert Regarding Fake Jail Staff Calls

The Gordon County Sheriff’s Office (GCSO) has issued an urgent warning to the public after receiving reports of a scam targeting individuals with family members who have recently been arrested. According to GCSO officials, victims have received phone calls from individuals falsely claiming to be ...

Local Food Pantry Resources Available Through the VAC

With the anticipated shutdown of the SNAP program, the Voluntary Action Center (VAC) is preparing for a potential increase in individuals and families seeking food assistance across Gordon County. To help meet community needs, the VAC has compiled and organized a list of all local ...

DICKSON SENTENCED TO 25 YEARS FOR DEADLY FAIRAMOUNT HIT-AND-RUN

A Calhoun man has been sentenced to 25 years in prison, with the first 10 years to be served in confinement, in connection with a 2023 hit-and-run crash that killed one person and injured several others in Fairmount. Superior Court Judge Rosemary Green handed down ...

Time to “Fall Back”! Set Your Clocks Back 1 Hour At 2:00 A.M. Sunday

Time to “Fall Back”!Set your clocks back 1 hour at 2:00 a.m. Sunday.While you’re at it, change the batteries in your smoke and carbon-monoxide alarms.— From your friends at  Georgia 101.7 WJTH / Discovergordoncounty.com

Sheriff Warns Public of Telephone Scams Targeting Those Affected by Federal Benefits

GORDON COUNTY — Sheriff Mitch Ralston is warning residents to be vigilant against phone scams targeting individuals claiming to solicit funds for those affected by the loss of federal benefits. “These scammers are trying to take advantage of people,” Sheriff Ralston said. “Never give personal ...

Tracey Mercado Named GNTC’s 2025 Alumna of the Year

Calhoun, GA — Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) has honored Tracey Mercado, program director and instructor of Medical Assisting, as the institution’s 2025 Alumna of the Year. Mercado has been a key member of GNTC’s faculty and administration since 2022, serving as program director and ...

Calhoun High Baseball Hosting First-Ever “Dinks & Dingers” Pickleball World Series

The Calhoun Yellow Jackets Baseball program is excited to announce its first-ever Dinks & Dingers Pickleball World Series, set for Saturday, November 8, 2025, at Pickleball 706. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Calhoun Home Run Club. The baseball-themed pickleball tournament kicks off at ...

Red Cross Urges Residents to Test Smoke Alarms as Clocks Fall Back

Working smoke alarms can cut home fire deaths in half, officials say ATLANTA — As daylight saving time ends this Sunday, November 2, the American Red Cross is reminding everyone to test their smoke alarms while turning clocks back one hour. The organization emphasizes that ...

Calhoun Police Share Safety Tips for a Fun and Safe Halloween

As the community prepares for a night of costumes, candy, and celebration, the Calhoun Police Department is reminding residents to stay alert and make safety a priority this Halloween. Officers shared several key tips to help ensure that children and families enjoy a safe evening ...

CALHOUN CITY SCHOOLS DIRECTOR HONORED WITH STATEWIDE RECOGNITION

Calhoun City Schools is proud to recognize Kayla Ralston, Director of School and Community Relations and current President of the Georgia School Public Relations Association (GSPRA), for earning top honors at the GSPRA Annual Awards. Ralston received a Gold Award of Excellence in Photography and ...
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