Carrollton High earns GreatSchools College Success Award
Class of 2024 graduate Lydia Baldizon smiles after receiving her diploma. Lydia is currently a freshman at the University of Georgia. CARROLLTON, GA – Carrollton High School has been recognized with a prestigious College Success Award from GreatSchools, the nation’s leading nonprofit providing school information to parents and families. The annual recognition honors schools that […]
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Former Non-Profit Executive Director Charged for Allegedly Stealing Thousands of Dollars From Employer
Carrollton Police have arrested and charged the former executive director of the non-profit Carroll County Court Appointed Special Advocates — with theft by taking – and allege that she stole at least 7-thousand dollars from her former employer. Carrollton Police Investigator Brandon Wilson told WLBB Radio that this investigation began after the non-profit’s chairman notified […]
From teammates to champions of change: Two alumni give back to UWG’s Richards College of Business students
By Miranda Hodges Gerald Kemp ’87 and Dennis Scandrett’s ’87 shared journey began decades ago at the University of West Georgia, where they formed a lifelong friendship and deep connection to their alma mater. Now, their bond and gratitude for UWG inspired them to create a scholarship that will impact students for generations to come. […]
Bremen City Schools planning to opt-out of allowing homestead exemption
The City of Bremen Board of Education has announced its intent to opt out of the adjusted base year ad valorem homestead exemption established by HB 581. The opt out process will proceed according to guidelines outlined by state law, with the Board formally notifying the Office of the Georgia Secretary of State of its […]
Local man killed in early morning crash
Georgia State Patrol says a 28-year Buchanan man was killed over the weekend when his truck exited a roadway and struck a tree. Investigators suggest that excessive speed may have been a factor in the crash. According to the GSP pre-liminary report: “On January 5, 2025, at 00:49, a Trooper responded to a crash with […]
Carroll Co. BOE seeks input on statewide homestead exemption
The Carroll County Board of Education intends to opt out of statewide adjusted base year ad valorem homestead exemption for the Carroll County School District in order to retain local control of taxing authority and will hold public hearings to get input on this proposed decision. While the original legislation creating the exemption […]
Carrollton BOE Named Exemplary
CARROLLTON, GA – For the ninth consecutive time, the Georgia School Boards Association has recognized the Carrollton Board of Education as an Exemplary Board of Achievement. The recognition program is designed to showcase best practices in school governance and leadership, supporting the local community through the advancement of student learning and achievement. The board has […]
November Unemployment Claims Down in All of Georgia’s Regional Commissions
The Georgia Department of Labor announced today that unemployment claims were down in all of Georgia’s regional commissions during the month of November. “Georgia proves that smart leadership and bold policies drive economic success,” said GDOL Emergency Interim Successor Louis DeBroux. “While other states struggle with overregulation and economic uncertainty, Georgia’s economy is thriving—job numbers […]
