Johnson named president of the University of West Georgia
The Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia (USG) today named Dr. Christopher “Mike” Johnson president of the University of West Georgia (UWG), effective Aug. 1, 2025. As the ninth president of UWG, Johnson will draw on more than 30 years of strategic leadership experience in higher education and the military. He is […]
Preliminary report suggests driver experienced ‘medical event’ before crashing into Carrollton Police Officer
The GSP preliminary details of the crash are as follows: A Carrollton Police officer, wearing reflective gear, was in the intersection of GA 1 at a private drive (Ingles shopping center) directing traffic while electrical work in the area disabled the traffic signal at this intersection. A Kia Sorento traveling south drove from the right […]
CHS rising senior establishes new teen youth court
Carrollton High School rising senior Amira Dhople, who has established the Carrollton Teen Youth Court, standing outside the Carroll County courthouse. written by: Jamie Tuggle, Communications CoordinatorCarrollton City Schools CARROLLTON, GA — Carrollton High School rising senior Amira Dhople has partnered with local agencies to establish the new Carrollton Teen Youth Court. Through the experience […]
Congressman Jack Convenes Hearing on the Economic Impact of Minor League Baseball, Features the Columbus Clingstones
Tuesday, Congressman Brian Jack, who serves as the Chairman of the Small Business Subcommittee on Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Workforce Development, convened a hearing titled “Beyond the Ballpark: The Role of Minor League Baseball in Economic Growth”. “I am honored to convene today’s bipartisan hearing and highlight the positive impact of Minor League Baseball on the […]
Carroll EMC Announces Retirement of VP of Operations, Names Harris as New Manager
Carrollton, GA—Carroll Electric Membership Cooperative (EMC) announces the forthcoming retirement of Tommy Cook, Vice President of Operations. In preparation for this leadership transition, Kevin Harris has been named as his successor. Harris will assume the position of Manager of Operations, effective June 16, to facilitate a seamless transition as Cook concludes his distinguished tenure with […]
West Georgia Technical College Students Achieve Top Honors at FBLA National Leadership Conference
Back Row (Left to Right): Taylor Lowery, Marschell Davidson, Christian Putman, Issachar Joseph, Tammy Frost, Ameila Phililips and Cherilyn Rodriguez; Front Row (Left to Right): Dalten Dyer and Calieb Pierson CARROLLTON, GA – Seven students from West Georgia Technical College (WGTC) showcased their skills on a national stage at the 2025 Future Business Leaders of […]
The Farmer’s Feed – UGA Extension Carroll County Ag E-Newsletter
FOR YOUR INFORMATION Michael Toews Offers New Vision for UGA Extension SECOND CASE OF CHRONIC WASTING DISEASE CONFIRMED IN GEORGIA The Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ (DNR) Wildlife Resources Division (WRD) confirmed a second deer has tested positive for chronic wasting disease (CWD). The deer, a 4.5 year-old male, was taken in Berrien County approximately […]
Carroll EMC supports CCS school safety initiatives
Board members and Superintendent Dr. Mark Albertus are pictured accepting a donation from Carroll EMC President/CEO Tim Martin. Pictured from left are Dr. Mark Albertus, Mr. Greg Schulenburg, Mrs. Katie Williams, Dr. Jason Mount, Carroll EMC President/CEO Tim Martin, Mrs. Melanie McLendon, Mr. Gil O’Neal, and Mr. David Godwin. At the June meeting of the […]
Fire In Villa Rica Ruled ‘Accidental In Nature’
CARROLL COUNTY, GA — On Thursday, June 5, 2025, at approximately 8:30 p.m., a fire was reported at Georgia Arms, an ammunition manufacturing and retail facility located at 15 East Industrial Court in Villa Rica. At 8:35 p.m., Carroll County 911 received multiple calls reporting a loud explosion and visible flames in the area. At […]
Atlanta man in Carroll County Jail after pointing gun at officers; striking three cars while fleeing from police
written by: Captain Blake Terry, VRPD On June 5, 2025, at approximately 07:58 hours, Officer Scott McKinnon conducted a traffic stop for illegal window tint on a Ram truck. The Ram continued to travel slowly for a distance before stopping in the middle of the fast lane on Highway 61 near Interstate 20. Upon arrival […]
