Enjoy Non-Stop Christmas Music on Georgia 101-7

Georgia 101-7 is spreading holiday cheer with a special Christmas music takeover, offering non-stop Christmas favorites beginning at 6 a.m. on Christmas Eve and continuing straight through Christmas Day. Listeners are invited to tune in while wrapping up last-minute Christmas shopping, preparing holiday meals in... Read More.

Three Calhoun City Schools Board Members Sworn In

Three members of the Calhoun City Schools Board of Education were officially sworn into office during Tuesday night’s Calhoun City Council meeting at the downtown Depot. Mayor Jimmy Palmer administered the oath of office to board members Andy Baxter, Rhoda Washington, and Dr. Stephen King. Superintendent... Read More.

Near-Record Warmth Expected for Christmas Day

Unseasonably warm weather is expected across the region this week, with Christmas Day shaping up to be one of the warmest on record. Forecasters say temperatures could place this Christmas among the top five warmest ever recorded locally, a sharp contrast to the typical... Read More.

High Fire Danger Expected This Afternoon in North Georgia

The National Weather Service is warning of high fire danger across parts of North Georgia this afternoon into the early evening. Relative humidity is expected to drop to 25% or lower for four or more hours, creating dry conditions. Winds will be easterly at 7–12... Read More.

GCF&R Responds to Two Additional Residential Fires

Gordon County Fire & Rescue (GCF&R) responded to two additional residential fires this week, bringing the total number of house fires since Thanksgiving week to five. Just after midnight on Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025, firefighters were dispatched to a residential fire at 1020 Knight Road... Read More.

Calhoun City Schools Board of Education Announces Post 4 Vacancy

The Calhoun City Schools Board of Education has announced a vacancy in Board Post 4 following a recent administrative promotion within the district. Shelly Hood has been promoted to assistant principal at Calhoun Primary School, a move the district says it celebrates as a professional... Read More.

Sheriff Recognizes Outstanding Employees

Sheriff Mitch Ralston recognized several members of his staff this week for outstanding service during 2025, highlighting their dedication and contributions to the community. Those recognized included Jailor P.L. Beavers, named Jailor of the Year; Deputy Case Collins, Judicial Deputy of the Year; and Detective... Read More.