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Georgia Lawmaker Proposes ‘Rio’s Law’ to Improve Safety for Drivers with Developmental Disabilities

A Georgia lawmaker is pushing for new legislation aimed at improving interactions between law enforcement officers and individuals with developmental disabilities. The proposal, known as “Rio’s Law,” is being introduced by State Senator Brian Strickland, who says the measure would allow individuals with autism—or families ...

Gordon County Public Safety Committee Meeting Scheduled for Tuesday

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners will hold a regularly scheduled Public Safety Committee meeting at 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, February 10, 2026. The meeting will take place in the Gordon County Administration Building Conference Room, located at 201 North Wall Street in Calhoun. The meeting ...

Gordon County Commissioners Meeting Set for Feb. 3 to Discuss Events Center, Budget, and Safety

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners will consider several administrative, budgetary, and public safety-related items when it meets Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at the Judicial Building Assembly Room located at 101 South Piedmont Street. The evening will begin with a work session at 5 p.m., ...

Calhoun High School Hosts Lutzie 43 Foundation for Teen Driver Safety Summit

Calhoun High School hosted the Lutzie 43 Foundation on Friday, Nov. 21, 2025, for a full-day Safe Driving Summit aimed at promoting responsible decision-making behind the wheel. The event encouraged students to consider how their choices affect both their own lives and the lives ...

Calhoun Police Share Safety Tips for a Fun and Safe Halloween

As the community prepares for a night of costumes, candy, and celebration, the Calhoun Police Department is reminding residents to stay alert and make safety a priority this Halloween. Officers shared several key tips to help ensure that children and families enjoy a safe evening ...

Calhoun Police Department Awarded $33,097 Traffic Enforcement Grant

Calhoun, GA — The City of Calhoun Police Department announced today that it has been awarded a $33,097.44 traffic enforcement grant from the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (GOHS) in Atlanta. The department received the grant in recognition of its lifesaving work as the coordinating ...

AAA Launches Statewide “School’s Open – Drive Carefully” Campaign to Promote Back-to-School Safety

As Georgia students head back to class, AAA is urging drivers to slow down and stay alert near schools and bus stops as part of its annual “School’s Open – Drive Carefully” campaign. The initiative, launched nationally in 1946, aims to reduce dangerous driving ...

Santa in Uniform Launches Grill Raffle to Support Public Safety Programs

CALHOUN, GA — Local nonprofit organization Santa in Uniform has announced a community fundraiser in the form of a raffle for a high-end grilling package, with all proceeds going toward supporting local public safety initiatives. The featured item in the raffle is a Recteq Weekend ...

Calhoun Police, Georgia State Patrol Partner with Schools for Teen Driver Safety Program

Calhoun, GA — Last week, officers from the Calhoun Police Department and troopers from the Georgia State Patrol joined forces to support a Driver’s Education class aimed at preparing young drivers for the road. Hosted by Calhoun City Schools, the program focused on critical safety ...

Calhoun Police Department joins Governor’s Office of Highway Safety to save lives on Georgia roads

For Immediate Release May 16, 2025 “Click It or Ticket” seat belt awareness and enforcement campaign begins May 19th Calhoun Police Department joins Governor’s Office of Highway Safety to save lives on Georgia roads With the summer travel season ready to begin, Calhoun Police Department reminds everyone to ...
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