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Study Finds Elevated “Forever Chemical” Levels in Northwest Georgia Residents

Tuesday, January 6

Preliminary findings from a new study suggest some residents in northwest Georgia may have significantly higher levels of so-called “forever chemicals” in their blood compared to most Americans. Researchers with Emory University tested blood samples from nearly 200 people living in the communities of Rome... Read More.

AdventHealth Gordon Launches Post-Birth Alert Bracelet Initiative to Enhance Postpartum Care

Tuesday, January 6

AdventHealth Gordon is taking a proactive step to support new mothers with the launch of its Post-Birth Alert Bracelet Initiative, designed to provide specialized care during the critical weeks after childbirth. Every mother leaving the hospital will now receive a postpartum alert bracelet to wear... Read More.

Georgia DPS Reports Seven Deaths, Hundreds of Citations During New Year’s Holiday Travel Period

Monday, January 5

The Georgia Department of Public Safety has released its activity report for the New Year’s holiday travel period, showing hundreds of traffic enforcement actions and multiple fatalities across the state. DPS reports that seven people were killed during the holiday travel period. As of 6... Read More.

ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE – GORDON COUNTY

Monday, January 5

Gordon County Public Works will be closing Harris Beamer Road beginning Tuesday, January 6, at 8:00 a.m. through Thursday, January 8, at 5:00 p.m. for a culvert replacement. Motorists are advised to detour via Beamer Road during this time and to use caution in the... Read More.

Gordon County Fire & Rescue Responds to Fairmount House Fire

Monday, January 5

Gordon County Fire & Rescue responded to an early morning house fire in Fairmount on Sunday, Jan. 4. According to officials, crews were dispatched around 2 a.m. to a reported structure fire at 166 Spring Street SE. When firefighters arrived, the home was fully involved,... Read More.

Widespread Flu Activity Reported Across Georgia

Monday, January 5

Flu activity is widespread and severe across Georgia, with health officials warning that cases are expected to rise following the holiday season as residents return to work and school. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is also projecting a severe flu season... Read More.

Calhoun Police Investigating Early Morning Robbery at Circle K

Monday, January 5

The Calhoun Police Department is investigating an early morning robbery at the Circle K convenience store located at the corner of Hwy 53 and Outlet Center Drive. According to authorities, officers received a call around 6:40 a.m. on Monday, January 5, reporting that a male... Read More.

Hamilton Medical Center Shares Tips to Help Prevent the Flu

Monday, January 5

As flu season gets underway, Hamilton Medical Center is encouraging residents to take simple, effective steps to protect themselves, their families and the community from influenza. Health officials emphasize that prevention remains the best defense against the flu. One of the most important measures is... Read More.

GSP Releases Preliminary Findings in Saturday Morning Motorcycle Crash

Sunday, January 4

The Georgia State Patrol has released preliminary details regarding an early Saturday morning motorcycle crash in Gordon County. According to GSP, troopers were dispatched just after 8 a.m. on Saturday, January 3, 2026, to a motorcycle crash on Highway 136 near Freeman Road in the... Read More.

Gordon County Board of Commissioners to Meet January 6

Friday, January 2

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners will hold a public meeting on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at the Judicial Building Assembly Room, located at 101 South Piedmont Street in Calhoun. The Work Session will begin at 5:00 p.m., followed by the Board Meeting at 6:00... Read More.

Study Finds Elevated “Forever Chemical” Levels in Northwest Georgia Residents

AdventHealth Gordon Launches Post-Birth Alert Bracelet Initiative to Enhance Postpartum Care

Georgia DPS Reports Seven Deaths, Hundreds of Citations During New Year’s Holiday Travel Period

ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE – GORDON COUNTY

Gordon County Fire & Rescue Responds to Fairmount House Fire

Widespread Flu Activity Reported Across Georgia

Calhoun Police Investigating Early Morning Robbery at Circle K

Hamilton Medical Center Shares Tips to Help Prevent the Flu

GSP Releases Preliminary Findings in Saturday Morning Motorcycle Crash

Gordon County Board of Commissioners to Meet January 6

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