05/06/24 David Huddleston District 72 State Representative
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 […]
(UPDATE) Senator says new Northwest Georgia Logistics Corridor will most likely have no input on potential Carrollton bypass… but a former senator does confirm that a new highway that would start near LaGrange and would by-pass Carrollton has been discussed at state level
District 31 State Senator Jason Anavitarte on Friday told WLBB Radio that the recent approval of Senate Resolution 158 that created ‘the Northwest Georgia Logistics Corridor’ as an official logistics growth corridor – will most likely not have any benefit for – or association with a potential highway being considered that would begin near LaGrange […]
UGA Extension Carroll County Announces Volunteer of the Year Awards
UGA Extension Carroll County staff held their 6th annual Volunteer Appreciation dinner and presented awards to four deserving volunteers. The Extension staff thanked their volunteers with a delicious Italian-themed meal to show their appreciation for all they give to the organization. UGA Extension volunteers help staff meet the mission of Extension by providing unbiased, research-based […]
37th annual Ben Scott Sports Auction sees continued success
CARROLLTON, GA — The 37th annual Ben Scott Sports Auction returned to the University of West Georgia Coliseum for another successful fundraising night for Carrollton High School athletes. The Carrollton High School Athletic Booster Club sold nearly 800 tickets for the March 15 event, raising more than $193,000 in support for student-athletes. “The auction at […]
UGA Extension Carroll County Announces Volunteer of the Year Awards
UGA Extension Carroll County staff held their 6th annual Volunteer Appreciation dinner and presented awards to four deserving volunteers. The Extension staff thanked their volunteers with a delicious Italian-themed meal to show their appreciation for all they give to the organization. UGA Extension volunteers help staff meet the mission of Extension by providing unbiased, research-based […]
