Long Time Councilman says He Has Resigned
CarrolltonÂ’s Ward One City Councilman Gerald Byrd late Monday announcing via social media, his resignation from the post he has held consistently since 2001. Byrd posted: “I started this journey after a visitation from the holy spirit and I end it trusting and believing I have a higher calling to reach a broader audience! I […]
Right Eastbound Lane of I-20 Closed Overnight This Week for Shoulder RepairsÂ
WHAT: Weather permitting, crews will be repairing portions of the eastbound shoulder of I-20, beginning Tuesday evening. The work will continue overnight for the rest of the week, with the lane re-opening each morning. WHEN: Tuesday, January 7 through Friday, January 10. The lane will close each day from 11 p.m. until 6 a.m. WHERE: Interstate 20 eastbound from milepost 11 […]
Watson, Longtime UPD Officer, Named Chief
The University Of West Georgia this week announced that long-time university officer Dr. George “Ned” Watson has been named the new Chief of university police.  Â
Fire Fighters Recognized For Life Saving Effort
Carrollton mayor and city council on Monday paid tribute to three Carrollton fire fighters who in November of last year, were credited with saving the life of a three-year old. Reading the proclamation, Carrollton Mayor Betty Cason stated: “On November 22, 2019 Fire Engine #24 responded to a 3-year old who was choking. Upon arrival […]