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Dalton Police Department Investigating Report of Juvenile Runaway

Monday, February 16

The Dalton Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a 17-year-old Whitfield County girl who has been reported as a runaway. According to police, Hannah Thomas was reported missing from a family member’s home in the area of Vann Place in Dalton.... Read More.

Blewer Food Center Announces Temporary Distribution Location Change

Monday, February 16

Blewer Food Center has announced a temporary change in its food distribution location. Until further notice, food distribution will take place at Blackwood Springs Baptist Church, located at 4921 Fairmount Highway SE, Calhoun, GA 30701. Distribution will be held on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10... Read More.

Calhoun Woman Dies from Injuries Sustained in Thursday Crash

Monday, February 16

The Gordon County Coroner’s Office has confirmed that an 81-year-old Calhoun woman has died from injuries sustained in an automobile accident earlier this month. According to Gordon County Coroner Nick Blalock, Jeanne Hobgood, 81, succumbed to injuries she received in a crash that occurred on... Read More.

It’s Region Tournament Time for Gordon Central Live On Georgia 101.7 WJTH

Sunday, February 15

It’s Region Tournament Time for Gordon Central! The Girls 7A-D1 Region Tournament tips off Monday afternoon, with the Lady Warriors taking on Armuchee at 4:00 p.m. Then the boys hit the court at 5:30, also facing Armuchee. Catch all the action live on Georgia 101.7 WJTH, with... Read More.

Bulldogs Battle Sooners in SEC Showdown — 3:05 PM Airtime on Georgia 101.7 WJTH

Saturday, February 14

Bulldogs Battle Sooners in SEC Showdown — 3:05 PM Airtime on Georgia 101.7 WJTH The Georgia Bulldogs return to the court for an SEC showdown as they take on the Oklahoma Sooners. Georgia enters the matchup at 17-7 overall and 5-6 in conference play, looking to... Read More.

Career Criminal Arrested on Multiple Charges Following Plainville Attack

Saturday, February 14

A 65-year-old man with a lengthy criminal history has been arrested following a reported attack at a Plainville home Tuesday morning. According to the Gordon County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded around 9:30 a.m. after a resident reported that a man armed with scissors assaulted her... Read More.

FORMER COMMISSIONER BECKY HOOD, HUSBAND ENTER GUILTY PLEAS ON REDUCED CHARGES, SENTENCED

Saturday, February 14

Former Gordon County Commissioner Becky Hood and her husband, Scott Hood, a local businessman, have just entered GUILTY pleas on reduced child abuse charges after accusations from two of their children were leveled against the couple more than five years ago. Scott Hood entered a... Read More.

The Daytona 500 Returns – Live at 12:30 PM on Georgia 101.7 WJTH!

Friday, February 13

The Daytona 500 Returns – Live at 12:30 PM on Georgia 101.7 WJTH! It’s time for the biggest race of the year! The Daytona 500 takes center stage at the world-famous Daytona International Speedway, and you can hear every thrilling lap live on Georgia 101.7... Read More.

Driver Airlifted After South Wall Street Collision Succumbs to Injuries

Thursday, February 12

UPDATE (7:50 p.m.): Calhoun Police Chief Tony Pyle confirmed that the driver of the Ford Escape, who was transported by LifeForce following Thursday afternoon’s crash on South Wall Street, has died from their injuries. ORIGINAL STORY: Two people were seriously injured in a Thursday afternoon... Read More.

Mohawk Industries Reports $42 Million in Fourth-Quarter Earnings

Thursday, February 12

Mohawk Industries Inc. reported fourth-quarter earnings of $42 million, the Calhoun-based flooring manufacturer announced Thursday. The company posted a profit of 68 cents per share for the quarter. After adjusting for non-recurring costs, earnings totaled $2.00 per share, slightly surpassing Wall Street expectations. Analysts surveyed... Read More.

Dalton Police Department Investigating Report of Juvenile Runaway

Blewer Food Center Announces Temporary Distribution Location Change

Calhoun Woman Dies from Injuries Sustained in Thursday Crash

It’s Region Tournament Time for Gordon Central Live On Georgia 101.7 WJTH

Bulldogs Battle Sooners in SEC Showdown — 3:05 PM Airtime on Georgia 101.7 WJTH

Career Criminal Arrested on Multiple Charges Following Plainville Attack

FORMER COMMISSIONER BECKY HOOD, HUSBAND ENTER GUILTY PLEAS ON REDUCED CHARGES, SENTENCED

The Daytona 500 Returns – Live at 12:30 PM on Georgia 101.7 WJTH!

Driver Airlifted After South Wall Street Collision Succumbs to Injuries

Mohawk Industries Reports $42 Million in Fourth-Quarter Earnings

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