GNTC Students Awarded Gene Haas Scholarship: Jesse Nicholson of Calhoun and Mayahuel Yaoapoqa of Menlo received the Gene Haas Scholarship for their achievements in the Precision Machining and Manufacturing program at Georgia Northwestern Technical College’s Floyd County Campus. The scholarship provides financial support and recognizes students developing technical skills for Georgia’s manufacturing industry.
Mountain Education Calhoun Campus Opens: Mountain Education celebrated the opening of its new Calhoun Campus with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on September 30. Mario Torres, the campus’s first graduate, cut the ribbon. The school offers evening classes Monday–Thursday, with virtual support available during the day.
I-75 Lane Closure Tuesday: Weather permitting, the Georgia Department of Transportation will close the right southbound lane and shoulder of I-75 between mileposts 292–291 on Tuesday, October 7, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for shoulder repairs. Motorists are advised to expect delays, reduce speed, and stay alert for workers and equipment. Real-time updates are available via 511 or the Georgia 511 app.
Dense Fog Advisory for Calhoun - Click for Details
...DENSE FOG ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST THIS MORNING...Expires: December 07, 2025 @ 10:00amWHAT
Visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog.WHERE
Portions of central, east central, north central, northeast, northwest, southeast, and west central Georgia.WHEN
Until 10 AM EST this morning.IMPACTS
Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous.PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you.
