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Erin Brockovich Returning to Northwest Georgia for PFAS Testing Campaign and Town Halls

Famed consumer advocate Erin Brockovich will return to northwest Georgia later this month to announce an expanded campaign to test water, soil, and dust for PFAS contamination and meet with residents affected by so-called “forever chemicals.” Brockovich will hold a press conference in Rome on ...

Georgia Bill Would Require Daily Weapons Screening in Public Schools

Georgia could become the first state in the nation to require every student to be screened for weapons when entering a public school each day under legislation now nearing final passage at the State Capitol. The proposal comes in response to the 2024 school shooting ...

Georgia Northwestern Technical College Now Hiring for Multiple Positions

Georgia Northwestern Technical College is currently seeking qualified applicants for a variety of faculty and facilities positions across its campuses. Open faculty roles include part-time Clinical Lab Adjunct Instructor for EMS, a full-time Instructor of Business Healthcare Technology, a part-time Instructor of Commercial Truck Driving ...

Georgia 101.7 WJTH Tuesday Local News Headlines

A massive fire broke out Monday afternoon at the historic Floyd County Courthouse in downtown Rome. Officials say the 1892 landmark was undergoing renovations when flames were reported around 2:20 p.m. The fire caused the collapse of the courthouse’s iconic bell tower, and the building sustained ...

Georgia Streamlines Career Pathways to Align with Workforce Needs

Georgia is modernizing how career pathways are organized in schools, transitioning from 17 Career Clusters to a streamlined structure of 14 clusters designed to better align with today’s workforce needs. The Georgia Department of Education announced that all 152 state-approved Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education ...

Georgia 101.7 WJTH Friday News Headlines

Emergency crews responded to a gas leak Thursday in the area between the Forest Heights neighborhood and Engineered Floors, prompting evacuations and a temporary warning for residents to avoid the area. According to the Calhoun Fire Department, 26 homes and the Engineered Floors facility were ...

Relief on the Way: Georgia Gas Tax Suspension Set to Take Effect

Relief on the Way: Georgia Gas Tax Suspension Set to Take Effect ATLANTA, GA — Relief could soon be on the way for drivers across Georgia, including here in Gordon County, as Governor Brian Kemp prepares to sign legislation suspending the state’s motor fuel tax. The ...

Georgia Turkey Season Opens March 28 on Private Land

Georgia hunters are getting ready for spring turkey season, with the statewide opener on private land set for Saturday, March 28, 2026. According to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division, turkey season on public lands, including Wildlife Management Areas and National Forest ...

Bulldogs Battle Billikens in Midwest Region Showdown Tonight on Georgia 101.7

The NCAA Tournament tips off tonight with a compelling Midwest Region first-round matchup as the No. 9 seed Saint Louis Billikens take on the No. 8 seed Georgia Bulldogs. Saint Louis enters the tournament at 28-5, bringing a strong season resume and plenty of confidence ...

Georgia 101.7 WJTH Thursday News Headlines

Shooting Under Investigation in Gordon County:Authorities are investigating a Tuesday afternoon shooting at a home on Baker Circle off Dews Pond Road. Deputies responded around 3:30 p.m., provided first aid, and the victim was airlifted for treatment. One adult male has been detained, and ...
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