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Straight Talk Wireless 500 Racing Action on Georgia 101.7 FM WJTH

Saturday, March 7

The excitement of the NASCAR Cup Series is coming to the airwaves as the Straight Talk Wireless 500 races onto Georgia 101.7 FM WJTH. We will be joining in progress after the end of the Atlanta Braves Game. Drivers from across the NASCAR Cup Series... Read More.

State School Superintendent Visits Gordon County Schools, Honors Two Schools for Academic Achievement

Saturday, March 7

Georgia State School Superintendent Richard Woods visited Gordon County Schools today to recognize two local schools for their academic accomplishments, honoring one for literacy achievement and another for excellence in mathematics. During the visit at Red Bud Middle School, Woods presented Tolbert Elementary School with... Read More.

Calhoun Middle School Recognized as Math Leader School During Visit from State Superintendent

Saturday, March 7

Georgia State School Superintendent Richard Woods visited Calhoun City Schools to formally recognize Calhoun Middle School as a Math Leader School, highlighting the school’s outstanding achievement in mathematics. During the visit, Superintendent Woods presented official recognition ribbons from the Georgia Department of Education, celebrating the... Read More.

Qualifying Ends for Local Offices; Candidate List Released for 2026 Election

Saturday, March 7

Qualifying has officially ended for local offices in the 2026 election cycle, and the list of candidates who will appear on the ballot has been released. Several county positions, including seats on the Gordon County Board of Commissioners and the Gordon County Board of Education,... Read More.

State Route 136/Nickelsville Road Railroad Crossing to Close March 10–12 in Gordon County

Saturday, March 7

Motorists in Gordon County should prepare for a temporary road closure next week as crews perform work at a local railroad crossing. Weather permitting, the State Route 136/Nickelsville Road railroad crossing at U.S. Highway 41 will be closed beginning Tuesday, March 10, through Thursday, March... Read More.

Georgia Faces Mississippi State in SEC Tournament Action On Georgia 101.7

Saturday, March 7

The Georgia Bulldogs take the court in the SEC Men’s Basketball Tournament as they square off against the Mississippi State Bulldogs. Georgia enters the matchup with a 21–9 overall record and a 9–8 mark in SEC play, looking to carry its strong regular season into... Read More.

Clocks “Spring Forward” This Weekend as Daylight Saving Time Begins

Friday, March 6

Clocks “Spring Forward” This Weekend as Daylight Saving Time Begins Residents across the Tri-State area will need to set their clocks ahead one hour this weekend as Daylight Saving Time begins. The time change takes place at 2:00 a.m. Sunday morning, when clocks move forward one... Read More.

Qualifying for Local Offices Ends Friday at Noon

Friday, March 6

The qualifying period for several local offices in Gordon County will come to a close at 12 p.m. on Friday, March 6. Candidates wishing to run for office must complete the qualifying process at the Gordon County Board of Elections Office, located on the... Read More.

GSP Releases Preliminary Findings in I-75 Wrong-Way Incident in Gordon County

Friday, March 6

The Georgia State Patrol has released preliminary findings from a wrong-way incident on Interstate 75 in Gordon County that led to multiple crashes Wednesday night. According to GSP, troopers responded around the evening hours of March 4 to a multi-vehicle crash with injuries on I-75... Read More.

Lady Bulldogs Battle Kentucky in SEC Women’s Tournament on Georgia 101.7 FM

Thursday, March 5

The Georgia Lady Bulldogs basketball continue their postseason run as they take on the Kentucky Wildcats women's basketball in the second round of the SEC Women's Basketball Tournament. Georgia looks to build momentum in the conference tournament as the Lady Bulldogs face a tough challenge... Read More.

Straight Talk Wireless 500 Racing Action on Georgia 101.7 FM WJTH

State School Superintendent Visits Gordon County Schools, Honors Two Schools for Academic Achievement

Calhoun Middle School Recognized as Math Leader School During Visit from State Superintendent

State Route 136/Nickelsville Road Railroad Crossing to Close March 10–12 in Gordon County

Georgia Faces Mississippi State in SEC Tournament Action On Georgia 101.7

Clocks “Spring Forward” This Weekend as Daylight Saving Time Begins

Qualifying for Local Offices Ends Friday at Noon

GSP Releases Preliminary Findings in I-75 Wrong-Way Incident in Gordon County

Lady Bulldogs Battle Kentucky in SEC Women’s Tournament on Georgia 101.7 FM

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