Humble beginnings, lasting impact: Tritts celebrated as dedicated supporters of UWG

by Miranda Hodges With humble beginnings and a steadfast commitment to giving back, Tony and Mary Tritt, owner and managing broker of Tritt Realty, have a story marked by profound community impact. The story begins with a move to Carrollton in 2019, a new chapter that would ignite a deep-rooted passion for local engagement and […]

Community Foundation of West Georgia Announces the Renaming of the Church Improvement Grant in Honor of Mrs. Lurleen V. Holland

Carrollton, GA – The Community Foundation of West Georgia is honored to announce the renaming of the Church Improvement Grant to the Lurleen V. Holland Church Improvement Grant. This change comes as a tribute to Mrs. Lurleen Holland, whose generosity and heart to serve significantly impacted so many in our community. Originally established by an […]

Central High School Recognizes Athletes of the Month

Pictured is Central High School Principal Mr. Kelly Edwards, Caleb Richter, Audrey Shead, and Athletic Director and Assistant Principal Mr. Chuck Robinson. (Wednesday, March 20, 2024, Carrollton, Georgia). Central High School recognized two (2) outstanding athletes as February Athletes of the Month. Audrey Shead is a member of thegymnastics team and Caleb Richter is a […]

Bremen Man arrested after allegedly threatening to kill deputies

On Tuesday, March 19, 2024, a deputy met with a complainant in the lobby of the Sheriff’s Office. The complainant had filed and received an eviction a week prior on a tenant who was refusing to vacate. The complainant also had an order to remove the evicted tenant and had gone to the courthouse, but […]

The Georgia House of Representatives this week should consider a newly proposed bill that would provide the mayor of #VillaRicaGA the power to appoint and remove the city manager…

HB 1487 – sponsored by J. Collins, GA State House Representative District 71 , Rep. Lynn Smith, Rep. David Huddleston and Rep. Tyler Paul Smith reads: A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend an Act to provide a new charter for the City of Villa Rica, approved May 8, 2018 (Ga. L. 2018, […]

Mother of one of Villa Rica High School students alleging sexual assault against former administrator, files civil suit against alleged child predator and Carroll County Schools. However, initial filing contains significant error.

The mother of one of the children allegedly sexually abused by a counselor at Villa Rica High School has filed a civil suit against the Carroll County Schools district – and the former guidance counselor- Alonzo Wyatt. Wyatt was arrested last month after Villa Rica Police investigators determined that he had engaged in a sexual […]

It’s Just a Drill: WGTC Hosts Simulated Mass Casualty Event and Trauma Lab

WGTC EMS student Norman Eaton assists senior registered nursing student Stephanie Jordan during the College’s simulated mass casualty event. 120 students from various programs took part in the event. WACO, GA – West Georgia Technical College’s (WGTC) School of Nursing hosted a simulated mass casualty event and trauma lab this week at Murphy Campus. This […]

Anavitarte: Week Ten Under the Gold Dome

By: Sen. Jason Anavitarte (R–Dallas) With only five legislative days remaining in the 2024 Legislative Session, Georgia Senate members are diligently working both within their respective committees and on the Senate floor to propel House bills forward. This week, Senate Republicans attended the Georgia Military Veterans Hall of Fame Unveiling Ceremony, paying tribute to Georgia’s […]

Bretch named UWG’s interim vice president for university advancement

by Miranda Hodges The University of West Georgia proudly announces the appointment of Allyson Bretch ’14 as its interim vice president for university advancement and interim chief executive officer of UWG’s philanthropic foundations. In this pivotal role, Bretch will spearhead efforts to elevate the institution’s fundraising endeavors, drive strategies for securing major gifts, and fortify […]

Empowering minds: UWG focuses on well-being in annual Women Empowering Women event 

by Abby Grizzard The University of West Georgia’s Richards College of Business celebrated the strength and resilience of women representing diverse experiences during the Women Empowering Women Luncheon on March 8 in honor of International Women’s Day. Tramaine EL-Amin, the vice president for Mental Health First Aid USA at the National Council for Mental Wellbeing […]