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AdventHealth NASCAR Car and Driver Erik Jones Coming to Calhoun

Wednesday, February 18

Race fans in Gordon County will have a special opportunity to experience NASCAR up close when the AdventHealth No. 43 race car makes a stop in Calhoun later this month — along with a visit from professional driver Erik Jones. The event will take place... Read More.

SEC Showdown: Georgia Bulldogs vs Kentucky Wildcats 8:35 PM on Georgia 101.7 FM

Tuesday, February 17

The Georgia Bulldogs return to the hardwood tonight for a key SEC matchup as they take on the Kentucky Wildcats on Georgia 101.7. Georgia enters the game at 17-8 overall and 5-7 in SEC play, looking to build momentum down the stretch of conference action.... Read More.

Two Injured in Saturday Morning House Fire

Tuesday, February 17

Two people sustained minor injuries during a residential fire in Gordon County early Saturday morning. Gordon County Fire Rescue crews were dispatched around 5:45 a.m. on February 14, 2026, to a reported house fire at 648 Gee Road in Calhoun. According to Fire Rescue Chief... Read More.

Gordon County Board of Elections to Meet February 17

Tuesday, February 17

The Gordon County Board of Elections and Registration is scheduled to hold a meeting on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. The meeting will take place at the Gordon County Board of Elections and Registration Office, located inside the Gordon County Courthouse at 100... Read More.

President Trump to Visit Northwest Georgia on February 19

Monday, February 16

President Trump to Visit Northwest Georgia on February 19 ROME, Ga. — President Donald Trump is scheduled to visit Northwest Georgia on Thursday, February 19, according to the White House. The president will appear in Rome, Georgia, located in the heart of Georgia’s 14th Congressional District.... Read More.

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.

AdventHealth NASCAR Car and Driver Erik Jones Coming to Calhoun

SEC Showdown: Georgia Bulldogs vs Kentucky Wildcats 8:35 PM on Georgia 101.7 FM

Two Injured in Saturday Morning House Fire

Gordon County Board of Elections to Meet February 17

President Trump to Visit Northwest Georgia on February 19

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

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