Community Foundation of West Georgia taking grant applications for the Power of the Purse (POP) Grant and the Community Impact Grant
The Community Foundation of West Georgia is excited to announce the opening of grant applications for two impactful funding opportunities: the Power of the Purse (POP) Grant and the Community Impact Grant.The Power of the Purse (POP) Grant is dedicated to supporting initiatives benefiting women and children in Carroll, Haralson, and Heard counties.Through this grant, […]
Cicadas – The Great Southern Brood“ is Emerging in Georgia this Spring
Dr. Nancy C. Hinkle, Entomologist, Univ. of Georgia, Athens – NHinkle@uga.edu Everybody knows that this summer we will have dog-day cicadas (annual cicadas) singing every evening. But this year, millions of periodical cicadas will be emerging in Georgia during the spring before Memorial Day. Brood XIX (“Brood 19”) is Georgia’s only 13-year cicada and this […]
Harp named principal at Whitesburg Elementary
Heather Harp was named principal at Whitesburg Elementary School for next school year on May 7 by the Carroll County Board of Education. The move was one of a number of personnel actions taken as the Carroll County School System prepares for the 2024-25 school year. Harp began her teaching career in 2009, and has […]
TROJAN ATHLETIC HALL OF FAME 2024 INDUCTEES
Six new members of the Trojan Athletic Hall of Fame were honored during an induction ceremony held Sunday, May 5, at the Trojan Hall of Fame room in the Whitley Morris Field House. From left are Wil Garrett (‘14), Ally Denney Dedman (‘18), Casey Lee Denney (‘07), Debra Lynn Hytower, Teryn Dickson Christian (‘97), and […]
Carrollton City hosts first public hearing on FY 24-25 budget
Carrollton city finance officials this week reported that the city continues to do well financially – however, they add that economic challenges such as rising inflation, supply chain issues, and overall labor shortages are having a financial impact on the fiscal year 24-25 budget. City Finance Director Kevin Bush presented the coming year’s budget during […]
Carrollton City Schools BOE to approve FY 24-25 budget
The Carrollton City Schools Board of Education is scheduled to take action on the fiscal year 2025 budget at Tuesday night’s regular board meeting. On Thursday, the board held a public hearing on the tentatively-approved FY25 budget – where public comments concerning the budget were solicited – but none brought forward. The proposed budget calls […]
The Farmer’s Feed – UGA Extension Carroll County Ag E-Newsletter, May 4, 2024
FOR YOUR INFORMATION Derby Days: 150 Years of the Kentucky Derby https://www.morningagclips.com/derby-days-150-years-of-the-kentucky-derby *** May Beef Month Kicks Off in Georgia *** Gov. Kemp signs legislation supporting Georgia Agriculture *** Expecting a Large Number of Cicadas *** Georgia Strawberry Diseases Widespread, Devastating *** Resources for Farmers Under Stress and People Who Care About Them *** Food […]
Chancie Powers-Benefield Signs with Reinhardt
Pictured standing from left to right is Athletic Director and Assistant Principal Mr. Chuck Robinson, Assistant Flag Football Coach Britney Mount, and Head Football Coach Bronson Ivester. Seated is Ms. April Benefield, Chancie Powers-Benefield, and Mr. Jayson Benefield. (Friday, May 3, 2024, Carrollton, Georgia). Central High School senior Chancie Powers-Benefield signed her letter of intent […]
Buchanan man facing Agg Assault charge after firing gunshots and attempting to start fire in residence, and threatening to shoot dog
(Press Release issued by Haralson County Sheriff’s Office upon request) On May 2, 2024, Deputies were dispatched to 1318 Susie Pope Road in reference to a dispute. On arrival, Deputy Vivian Jensen spoke to the victim and was advised that her boyfriend had become physically abusive, including slamming her head against the floor, biting her, and not […]
Intrinsic motivation: Malia Pope named UWG’s Academic Recognition Day Scholar
by Abby Grizzard In the realm of academia, there are those who not only excel in their studies but also embody a profound commitment to knowledge and personal growth. Malia Pope, the University of West Georgia’s Academic Recognition Day Scholar, has carved a path marked by dedication, resilience and a thirst for understanding the human […]
