Gordon County Tuesday News Round Up

At the recent Sheriff’s Auxiliary Luncheon on August 29, Sheriff Mitch Ralston honored four individuals for their bravery and service. Bartow County Fire/Rescue Lt. Matthew Atkins received the Distinguished Service Cross for rescuing a trapped motorist on August 3. Gordon County Deputy Owen Towe... Read More.

GoFundMe Set Up to Help Family After Crash on Hwy 53

A GoFundMe has been created to support the Franks family after a tragic crash on Saturday, August 23, 2025, on Hwy. 53 in Calhoun. According to authorities, Gordon County Deputies were involved in a pursuit that afternoon and requested assistance from the Georgia State Patrol.... Read More.

Sheriff Ralston Honors First Responders and Deputies for Exemplary Service

August 31, 2025 At the monthly Sheriff’s Auxiliary Luncheon on Friday, August 29, Sheriff Mitch Ralston recognized four individuals for acts of outstanding service and bravery. Bartow County Fire/Rescue Lieutenant Matthew Atkins was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for rescuing a trapped motorist at Cedar Creek... Read More.

AdventHealth Gordon Recognized for Excellence in Heart Attack Care

AdventHealth Gordon has received the American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline® Regional Recognition Award for its efforts in providing timely, life-saving treatment for patients suffering the most severe form of heart attack, known as STEMI. The award acknowledges the hospital’s collaboration with emergency medical services (EMS)... Read More.

Congratulations to our Dollywood Ticket Winners! 

WJTH 101.7 Community First Radio is excited to announce the lucky winners of our Dollywood ticket giveaway: Alyssa Etheridge (World of Wings) Jackie Miller (Cassie’s on Wall Street) Linda Serritt (Window Tint by Shelly) A big congratulations to all of our winners, and thank you... Read More.

Friday’s Gordon County News Round-Up

The Gordon County Sheriff’s Office announced this week that every member of its Enforcement and Jail divisions has successfully completed annual CPR and First Aid training. The training, led by staff instructors, included instruction on the use of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) and ensures... Read More.