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Freeze Warning Issued for Gordon County Early Monday

Sunday, November 9

Gordon County and much of north central, northeast, and northwest Georgia will face the season’s coldest conditions early Monday, as the National Weather Service has issued a Freeze Warning from 1 a.m. to 10 a.m. EST. Forecasters report that overnight temperatures could fall to 28... Read More.

Partial SNAP Benefits to Be Issued to Eligible Georgians This Month

Sunday, November 9

ATLANTA — The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) announced that, in accordance with new federal directives, partial Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits will be distributed to eligible Georgians during November. Households whose scheduled distribution dates have already passed will receive their partial allotments... Read More.

GNTC Launches Line Repairer Apprenticeship Program to Support Regional Utility Contractors

Saturday, November 8

Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) has established a new registered apprenticeship program designed to help regional utility contractors meet growing workforce and regulatory requirements in the electrical lineworker field. The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) Line Repairer Registered Apprenticeship program, delivered through GNTC’s Office of... Read More.

Georgia Duck Hunting Season Opens Nov. 22; Early Youth and Military Hunt Nov. 15–16

Saturday, November 8

Georgia waterfowl hunters will return to the marshes and lakes later this month as the state’s duck hunting season officially opens Saturday, Nov. 22, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD). Youth, veterans, and active-duty military personnel will again... Read More.

Georgia Agriculture Officials Urge Public to Report Yellow-Legged Hornet Sightings

Friday, November 7

Georgia agriculture officials are intensifying efforts to track and eliminate the invasive Yellow-Legged Hornet as confirmed detections continue to rise across the state. The Georgia Department of Agriculture’s Plant Protection team reported updated numbers through October 2025 and emphasized that public cooperation remains critical... Read More.

DUI Driver Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Deadly 2023 Motorcycle Crashes

Friday, November 7

Gordon County District Attorney Erle J. Newton III announced the sentencing of a Calhoun man responsible for a series of deadly motorcycle collisions on U.S. 411 in 2023. Ronald Grady Dickson, 76, pled guilty and was sentenced on October 30 to 10 years in prison... Read More.

FULL LOCAL ELECTION RESULTS: Turnout, Totals, and Winners in Gordon County

Thursday, November 6

Tuesday’s local elections in Gordon County saw one incumbent council member unseated while another retained their seat, alongside the passage of three local referendums. City of Calhoun Council RaceFormer Gordon County commissioner Bruce Potts defeated longtime council member Ray Denmon for the Post 4 seat,... Read More.

VAC Food Pantry Seeks Donations as Need Grows in November

Thursday, November 6

The Volunteer Action Center (VAC) is reporting an increase in local families seeking assistance from its food pantry this November. To help meet the rising demand, the pantry is asking the community to donate items such as elbow noodles, spaghetti sauce, and canned meats. Donations... Read More.

GNTC President Dr. Heidi Popham Earns Fourth Appearance on Georgia Trend’s Influential Leaders List

Thursday, November 6

Georgia Trend magazine has named Dr. Heidi Popham, president of Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC), to its 2025 list of the 500 Most Influential Georgians. This is the fourth year Dr. Popham has been recognized in the annual publication, which highlights leaders whose work significantly... Read More.

Gordon County Schools Hosts District-Wide Community Outreach Meeting

Wednesday, November 5

Gordon County Schools hosted a district-wide Community Outreach meeting today, bringing together school leaders, counselors, and community partners to share updates, discuss needs, and collaborate on ways to support students and families across the district. The event provided an opportunity for local agencies, businesses, churches,... Read More.

Freeze Warning Issued for Gordon County Early Monday

Partial SNAP Benefits to Be Issued to Eligible Georgians This Month

GNTC Launches Line Repairer Apprenticeship Program to Support Regional Utility Contractors

Georgia Duck Hunting Season Opens Nov. 22; Early Youth and Military Hunt Nov. 15–16

Georgia Agriculture Officials Urge Public to Report Yellow-Legged Hornet Sightings

DUI Driver Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Deadly 2023 Motorcycle Crashes

FULL LOCAL ELECTION RESULTS: Turnout, Totals, and Winners in Gordon County

VAC Food Pantry Seeks Donations as Need Grows in November

Gordon County Schools Hosts District-Wide Community Outreach Meeting

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