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UGA Claims SEC Championship; Calhoun Alum Cole Speer Shines in Key Moment

Monday, December 8

The University of Georgia secured its third SEC Championship in five years on Saturday, defeating Alabama 28–7 in a decisive performance. Among the standout moments was a pivotal play by former Calhoun High School standout Cole Speer, Class of 2022. Speer made a major impact... Read More.

YOUTH LEADERSHIP CLASS ATTENDS COUNTY COMMISSION MEETING

Saturday, December 6

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners welcomed the Gordon County Chamber of Commerce’s 2025–2026 Youth Leadership class during its meeting on Tuesday evening, Dec. 2, 2025. Now in its 30th year, the Youth Leadership program has been offered for 31 years and has graduated roughly... Read More.

GNTC’s Matt Bryant Honored with TCSG Student Impact Award

Saturday, December 6

Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) Director of Enrollment Services Matt Bryant has been recognized for his exceptional dedication to student success. Bryant was recently awarded the Technical College System of Georgia’s (TCSG) Student Impact Award, a distinction given to one outstanding Student Affairs or... Read More.

South Calhoun Baptist Church to Host Free Clothing Giveaway Dec. 20

Saturday, December 6

South Calhoun Baptist Church will open its Clothes Closet to the community on Saturday, December 20, offering free clothing and winter essentials to anyone in need. The church, located at 500 Pine Street, will host the giveaway from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Clothing will... Read More.

Gordon Central Head Football Coach Marcus Gowan Resigns; School Looks Ahead to Continued Success

Friday, December 5

Gordon Central High School announced today that Head Football Coach Marcus Gowan has resigned to accept a position closer to his family in South Georgia. Coach Gowan shared the news with the team earlier this morning, saying, “I will always value my time at... Read More.

AdventHealth Welcomes Dr. Albit Paoli to Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Team

Friday, December 5

AdventHealth Medical Group is pleased to announce that Dr. Albit Paoli has joined AdventHealth Medical Group Orthopedics & Sports Medicine at Calhoun. He will also see patients at the Chatsworth location, expanding access to specialized orthopedic care in the region. Dr. Paoli earned his Bachelor... Read More.

Blood Assurance Urges O-Positive Donors to Help Rebuild Supply After Fatal I-75 Crash

Friday, December 5

Blood Assurance says it delivered emergency O-positive blood units to Erlanger Medical Center following a deadly crash on I-75 in Dalton that left three people dead. While the agency was able to meet the hospital’s immediate demand, officials say the rapid response placed significant... Read More.

Gordon County Commissioners Approve Six-Month Moratorium on Anaerobic Digestion Facilities

Friday, December 5

At its meeting Tuesday night, Dec. 2, 2025, the Gordon County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution enacting a six-month moratorium on permitting or zoning for anaerobic digestion facilities—operations similar to the bioenergy process facility currently proposed in neighboring Murray County. The decision comes as... Read More.

TRAFFIC ALERT:

Thursday, December 4

First responders are on the scene of a multi-vehicle accident on I-75 South near Exit 336 in Whitfield County. Drivers traveling southbound should expect delays and are advised to seek alternate routes until the area is cleared.

Murray County Commissioner Hosts Public Meeting on Proposed Vanguard Renewables Facility

Thursday, December 4

Murray County Commissioner Noah Bishop is calling a public meeting tonight to discuss a proposed food and agricultural waste processing facility by Vanguard Renewables. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m. at the Murray County Recreation Department. The facility is planned for the west side... Read More.

UGA Claims SEC Championship; Calhoun Alum Cole Speer Shines in Key Moment

YOUTH LEADERSHIP CLASS ATTENDS COUNTY COMMISSION MEETING

GNTC’s Matt Bryant Honored with TCSG Student Impact Award

South Calhoun Baptist Church to Host Free Clothing Giveaway Dec. 20

Gordon Central Head Football Coach Marcus Gowan Resigns; School Looks Ahead to Continued Success

AdventHealth Welcomes Dr. Albit Paoli to Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Team

Blood Assurance Urges O-Positive Donors to Help Rebuild Supply After Fatal I-75 Crash

Gordon County Commissioners Approve Six-Month Moratorium on Anaerobic Digestion Facilities

TRAFFIC ALERT:

Murray County Commissioner Hosts Public Meeting on Proposed Vanguard Renewables Facility

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