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GDOT to Close Southbound Lane of I-75 for Shoulder Repairs Tuesday

Weather permitting, the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) will close the right southbound lane and shoulder of Interstate 75 on Tuesday, October 7, to conduct shoulder repairs between mileposts 292 and 291. The lane closure will be in effect from 9 a.m. until 3:30 p.m., ...

VAC Requests Thanksgiving Food Donations for October

As the season of giving approaches, the Voluntary Action Center (VAC) Community Kitchen is gearing up for Thanksgiving and is asking the community for help. Throughout the month of October, the VAC is collecting traditional Thanksgiving food items to ensure local families can enjoy ...

Creighton Morgan and Erick Jaramillo Crowned 2025 CHS Homecoming Queen and King

It was a night to remember for Calhoun High School as students, faculty, and fans filled the stadium for the annual Homecoming celebration. The excitement reached its peak when Creighton Morgan and Erick Jaramillo were crowned the 2025 CHS Homecoming Queen and King. Homecoming week ...

Sheriff’s Senior Staff Complete Advanced Training, Receive High Praise from Grand Jury

Gordon County Sheriff Mitch Ralston has announced that two senior members of his staff have successfully completed an elite training program, while the county jail staff as a whole has received commendation from the Grand Jury for their professionalism and dedication. Lieutenant John Vick and ...

Outdoor Burn Ban Ends October 1 in Gordon County: Fire Officials Urge Caution

Effective Tuesday, October 1, Gordon County residents will once again be permitted to conduct outdoor burning as the seasonal burn ban is lifted. Fire Chief Heath Derryberry reminds the community that only hand-piled natural vegetation—such as leaves, limbs, and other yard debris—may be burned. The ...

Community Invited to Shine Pink at AdventHealth Gordon’s Awareness Event

AdventHealth Gordon is inviting the community to take part in a special “Light the Hospital Pink” event on Tuesday, September 30, at 7 p.m. at the Edna Owens Breast Center. The gathering is part of AdventHealth’s annual Pink Porch Campaign, which highlights breast cancer ...

Gordon County Schools Posts 95.5% Graduation Rate for Class of 2025

Gordon County Schools has announced an impressive graduation rate for the Class of 2025, with 95.5 percent of seniors earning diplomas. Sonoraville High School reported a rate of 96 percent, while Gordon Central High School reached 94.8 percent. According to the Georgia Department of Education, ...

Sheriff’s Office Welcomes New Bloodhound ‘Max’ to K9 Team

Gordon County Sheriff Mitch Ralston has introduced the department’s newest K9 addition, a bloodhound named Max. Max, a 12-month-old male, was rescued from a shelter and is now being trained to track fugitives as well as locate lost or missing persons. Known for his affable ...

Coroner Identifies Victim in Fatal Gordon County Motorcycle Crash

The Gordon County Coroner’s Office has confirmed the identity of the victim in Sunday’s fatal motorcycle accident on Lovers Lane Road. Nineteen-year-old Easton Martin of Adairsville, Georgia, was pronounced deceased at the scene. Officials extended their heartfelt condolences to Martin’s family. The Georgia State Patrol ...

Students Showcase Welding Skills with Creative Projects at Gordon County Academy

At the Gordon County College and Career Academy of Design and Advanced Manufacturing, students are putting their welding skills to the test in Andrew Troglin’s class. One standout project came from Sonoraville High School senior Kaysen Mashburn, who designed and built a custom skateboard from ...
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