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Northbound Lane of I-75 in Bartow County to Close for Maintenance Today

Wednesday, October 22

Weather permitting, the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) will close the right northbound lane and shoulder of I-75 at milepost 287 today, Wednesday, October 22, for maintenance work. Lane Closure Schedule:9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Location:I-75 Northbound, Milepost 287 (Bartow County) Motorists traveling through the area should... Read More.

Major Pat Bedford Honored with National “Dedication to Excellence Award”

Tuesday, October 21

Gordon County Sheriff Mitch Ralston has announced that Jail Administrator Major Pat Bedford has been awarded the prestigious “Dedication to Excellence Award” by the National Institute of Jail Operations (NIJO). The honor was presented last week during NIJO’s annual training conference, held in Mobile, Alabama.... Read More.

Local Man Arrested for Drug Trafficking and Weapons Violations Following Shooting Incident

Tuesday, October 21

Sheriff Mitch Ralston reports: On the afternoon of Friday, October 17, deputy sheriffs responded to a residence on Rock Creek Road in reference to a report of a woman suffering from a gunshot wound. Upon arrival, deputies located the victim and confirmed that the injury... Read More.

City of Calhoun Animal Shelter Hosting Saturday Stroll & Adoption Event

Tuesday, October 21

The City of Calhoun Animal Shelter is inviting the community to its Saturday Stroll & Adoption Event on October 25th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Residents are encouraged to stop by, meet the shelter pets, and enjoy some outdoor time with adoptable dogs. This... Read More.

Calhoun Man Killed in Single-Vehicle Crash on Harmony Church Road

Tuesday, October 21

A Calhoun resident was killed Monday evening following a single-vehicle crash on Harmony Church Road. According to the Gordon County Coroner’s Office, 54-year-old Mark Holt died as a result of injuries sustained in the October 20, 2025 incident. “The Coroner's Office is assisting the Georgia State... Read More.

Gordon County Sheriff’s Office Issues BOLO for Possibly Armed Suspect

Monday, October 20

GORDON COUNTY, GA – The Gordon County Sheriff’s Office has issued a Be On the Lookout (BOLO) alert for a wanted suspect believed to be possibly armed. According to deputies, warrants have been issued for Johnny Lee Burk, who is wanted in connection with multiple... Read More.

College Street in Calhoun to Temporarily Close for Infrastructure Repairs Starting Oct. 20

Monday, October 20

College Street in Calhoun to Temporarily Close for Infrastructure Repairs Starting Oct. 20 CALHOUN, GA — The City of Calhoun will temporarily close a section of College Street beginning Monday morning, October 20, to perform critical infrastructure repairs and upgrades. The affected area spans between E.... Read More.

Gordon County Fire & Rescue Holds Extrication Training for New Recruits

Thursday, October 16

On Tuesday morning, October 14, 2025, Gordon County Fire & Rescue conducted a specialized extrication training session for its newest class of recruits at Parrish Wrecker Service in Calhoun. The hands-on training focused on vehicle extrication techniques — a critical skill used by firefighters to... Read More.

AdventHealth Gordon to Offer Free Lung Cancer Screenings Nov. 8

Thursday, October 16

Calhoun, GA — AdventHealth Gordon will host a free lung cancer screening event on National Lung Cancer Screening Day, Saturday, Nov. 8, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the AdventHealth Harris Radiation Therapy Center. The event is open to community members without insurance coverage... Read More.

Adairsville, Georgia: A Hidden Gem Among the Best Places to Live in 2025

Thursday, October 16

Tucked away in northern Bartow County, Adairsville, Georgia, is earning recognition as one of the state’s best places to live in 2025. Known for its historic charm, welcoming community, and affordable cost of living, this small town offers the perfect balance between quiet rural... Read More.

Northbound Lane of I-75 in Bartow County to Close for Maintenance Today

Major Pat Bedford Honored with National “Dedication to Excellence Award”

Local Man Arrested for Drug Trafficking and Weapons Violations Following Shooting Incident

City of Calhoun Animal Shelter Hosting Saturday Stroll & Adoption Event

Calhoun Man Killed in Single-Vehicle Crash on Harmony Church Road

Gordon County Sheriff’s Office Issues BOLO for Possibly Armed Suspect

College Street in Calhoun to Temporarily Close for Infrastructure Repairs Starting Oct. 20

Gordon County Fire & Rescue Holds Extrication Training for New Recruits

AdventHealth Gordon to Offer Free Lung Cancer Screenings Nov. 8

Adairsville, Georgia: A Hidden Gem Among the Best Places to Live in 2025

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