• High Wind Watch for CalhounDetails

    ...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH SUNDAY MORNING...

    Effective: Saturday, October 10 at 8:00 amExpires: Sunday, October 11 at 8:00 am

    What

    East winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph possible.

    Where

    Portions of north central, northeast, northwest, and west central Georgia.

    When

    From Saturday morning through Sunday morning.

    Impacts

    Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

    Precautionary/preparedness Actions

    Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.

  • Flood Watch for CalhounDetails

    ...FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE FRIDAY NIGHT THROUGH SUNDAY MORNING...

    Effective: Saturday, October 10 at 2:00 amExpires: Sunday, October 11 at 8:00 am

    Precautionary

    You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.

    Locations

    WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.

    Info1

    WHERE...Portions of central, east central, north central, northeast, northwest, southeast, and west central Georgia, including the following areas, in central Georgia, Baldwin, Bibb, Bleckley, Butts, Crawford, Crisp, Dodge, Dooly, Houston, Jasper, Jones, Laurens, Monroe, Montgomery, Peach, Pulaski, Putnam, Telfair, Twiggs, Wheeler, Wilcox and Wilkinson. In east central Georgia, Emanuel, Glascock, Greene, Hancock, Jefferson, Johnson, Taliaferro, Treutlen, Warren, Washington and Wilkes. In north central Georgia, Barrow, Cherokee, Clayton, Cobb, Dawson, DeKalb, Douglas, Fannin, Fayette, Forsyth, Gilmer, Gwinnett, Hall, Henry, Lumpkin, Morgan, Newton, North Fulton, Pickens, Rockdale, South Fulton, Union and Walton. In northeast Georgia, Banks, Clarke, Jackson, Madison, Oconee, Oglethorpe, Towns and White. In northwest Georgia, Bartow, Carroll, Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade, Floyd, Gordon, Haralson, Murray, Paulding, Polk, Walker and Whitfield. In southeast Georgia, Toombs. In west central Georgia, Chattahoochee, Coweta, Harris, Heard, Lamar, Macon, Marion, Meriwether, Muscogee, Pike, Schley, Spalding, Stewart, Sumter, Talbot, Taylor, Troup, Upson and Webster.

    Info2

    WHEN...From late Friday night through Sunday morning.

    Info3

    IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.

    Info4

    ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Hurricane Isaias is expected to bring rounds of heavy rainfall to the area late Friday through early Sunday. Widespread totals of 1 to 3 inches are expected with localized amounts of 5 inches. With high rainfall rates and the potential for repeated rounds of heavy rain in bands, flash flooding is expected. The locations most at risk are poor drainage and urban areas, as well as creeks and streams prone to flash flooding.

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Gordon County Chairman Bud Owens Reappointed to Lead ACCG Health and Human Services Policy Committee

Gordon County Board of Commissioners Chairman Bud Owens has been reappointed as chair of the Health and Human Services Policy Committee for the Association County Commissioners of Georgia (ACCG Georgia Counties). The appointment was made by ACCG President and Colquitt County Commissioner Marc DeMott and ...

Rodriguez Named Assistant Principal of Red Bud Elementary

CALHOUN, GA – Gordon County Schools has announced the appointment of Laramie Rodriguez as the new assistant principal of Red Bud Elementary School, following approval at the April 13 Board of Education meeting. Rodriguez brings nearly 18 years of experience in education, with a diverse ...

Bryant Named Assistant Principal at Red Bud Middle School

CALHOUN, GA – Gordon County Schools officials have announced the appointment of Mr. William Bryant as the new assistant principal of Red Bud Middle School, following approval at the April 13 Board of Education meeting. Bryant currently serves as Transition Center Coordinator for the school ...

Hulsey Appointed Principal of Red Bud Elementary School

The Gordon County Schools Board of Education has approved Becky Hulsey as the new principal of Red Bud Elementary School, effective following the March 9 board meeting. Hulsey currently serves as assistant principal at Red Bud Middle School, a role she has held since 2021. ...

YANCEY INDICTED ON 14 COUNTS IN CONNECTION WITH 2024 RED BUD ROAD SHOOTING

A Gordon County Grand Jury has indicted Lowell Thomas Yancey, also known as “Wicked,” on multiple charges, including malice murder, in connection with a 2024 shooting at a Calhoun apartment complex. The indictment stems from an Aug. 4, 2024 incident at Carriage Apartments, located at ...

Taco Bell on Red Bud Road Officially Opens

A new dining option is now open in the community as Taco Bell on Red Bud Road has officially opened its doors. The Red Bud Road location marks the third Taco Bell restaurant in the area. The other locations include a restaurant on Highway 53 ...

Taco Bell Coming Soon to Red Bud Road in Calhoun

The City of Calhoun has confirmed that a new Taco Bell will soon be opening on Red Bud Road. Joey Moore, Building Official with the City’s Community Development Department, said the fast-food chain will be built on the vacant lot between Walgreens and Red Bud ...

Gordon County Chairman Bud Owens Issues Statement Recognizing Juneteenth as Day of Remembrance and Celebration

Gordon County, GA — June 18, 2025 Gordon County Board of Commissioners Chairman Bud Owens has formally recognized Thursday, June 19, 2025, as Juneteenth, aligning the county with the national observance of the historic day commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United ...

Red Bud Road McDonald’s Plan Moving Forward

The plans to build a new McDonald's restaurant on Red Bud Road near Interstate 75 Exit 315 are moving forward. On April 14, McDonald's USA LLC closed on the 15.10-acre parcel that came with a $1.4 million price tag from Calhoun-based Greentree Investment Partners LLC.  A ...