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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.
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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.
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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.
Winter Storm Watch for Calhoun - Click for Details
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE FRIDAY NIGHT THROUGH MONDAY MORNING...Expires: January 26, 2026 @ 10:00amWHAT
Heavy mixed precipitation possible. Ice accumulations of 0.25 to 0.75 inches, with snow or sleet amounts of an inch or less.WHERE
Portions of north central, northeast, and northwest Georgia.WHEN
From late Friday night through Monday morning.IMPACTS
Expect power outages and tree damage due to the ice. Travel could be impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute.PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded.
