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Friday’s Local News Headlines

Birthday Club Winner AnnouncedCongratulations to Jill Desmond, this week’s Georgia 101.7 Birthday Club winner! Jill will receive a special treat courtesy of World of Wings, proud sponsor of the Birthday Club. To celebrate someone special, you can sign up birthdays anytime at discovergordoncounty.com. VAC Hosting ...

Sheriff’s Office Issues Warning About Phone Scam Targeting Local Residents

Gordon County residents are being warned to stay alert after multiple reports of a phone scam involving callers impersonating deputy sheriffs. According to the Gordon County Sheriff's Office (GCSO), several individuals have received calls from scammers claiming to be deputies. The callers demand payment for ...

Voluntary Action Center Partners with Food Lion for “Fill the VAC Truck” Event

The Voluntary Action Center (VAC) is teaming up with Food Lion for a special one-day food drive aimed at supporting local families in need. The “Fill the VAC Truck” event will take place on Saturday, July 19, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Community members ...

Calhoun Man Arrested in Disturbing Animal Cruelty Case

CALHOUN, Ga. – A Calhoun man has been arrested in connection with a heartbreaking case of animal abuse and neglect involving a dog named Destiny. James Claude Castle was taken into custody on June 29, 2025, following the issuance of a warrant by the Calhoun ...

Thursdays Local News Headlines

Calhoun Fire Responds to Industrial Fire; Community Efforts and Voting Updates Also in the Spotlight Calhoun, GA – It was a busy evening for first responders and community members alike on Tuesday. The City of Calhoun Fire Department was dispatched around 7 p.m. to an industrial ...

Calhoun Firefighters Quickly Contain Industrial Blaze at Amcor Facility

CALHOUN, GA — Fire crews responded swiftly to an industrial fire Tuesday evening at the Amcor facility on Highway 41 South, limiting damage and preventing further risk to the business and its employees. According to Calhoun Fire Department Chief of Training Nathan Saylors, firefighters were ...

Gordon Central Warriors Go Beyond the Gridiron to Serve Community

Calhoun, GA – July 10, 2025 — The Gordon Central High School football team is proving that true leadership extends far beyond Friday night lights. After a full day of grueling practice, the Warriors traded helmets for helping hands, volunteering their time to serve the ...

GEORGIA JOINS ALABAMA, FLORIDA,TENNESSEE , SOUTH CAROLINA FOR “OPERATION SOUTHERN SLOW DOWN” TO INCREASE SPEED ENFORCEMENT ACROSS THE SOUTHEAST

Georgia is joining forces with Tennessee, Alabama, Florida, and South Carolina for “Operation Southern Slow Down” — a major speed enforcement effort running July 14th through July 20th across the Southeast. The goal? To crack down on dangerous driving and reduce deadly crashes during one ...

AdventHealth Gordon Welcomes New President and CEO with Ice Cream Social

CALHOUN, GA — AdventHealth Gordon recently hosted an ice cream social to welcome its new president and CEO, Justin Birmele. The event provided an opportunity for team members to meet Birmele and extend a warm introduction as he steps into his new leadership role. Birmele ...

Final “Summer in the City” Block Party Set for July 18 in Downtown Calhoun

CALHOUN, Ga. — The City of Calhoun is closing out its popular Summer in the City Block Party series with a bang next weekend, as local favorite Kurt Thomas takes the stage for a high-energy evening of music, food, and fun. The final block party ...
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