Muldoon named principal at Villa Rica Middle School
Current Bay Springs Middle School Assistant Principal Kevin Muldoon has been named principal at Villa Rica Middle School beginning January 1 after a vote by the Carroll County Board of Education. Muldoon taught and coached for 12 years at Villa Rica Middle before serving as an administrator in Bartow County Schools for eight years. He […]
Family ties and tassels: Father-daughter duo graduate together at UWG Fall Commencement
by Julie Lineback In a moment that perfectly blended pride, perseverance and the power of family, a father and daughter crossed the stage together at the University of West Georgia’s commencement ceremony on Saturday morning, earning their degrees side by side. After supporting each other through late-night study sessions, shared dreams and many lessons on […]
UWG celebrates Class of 2024 in record-breaking Fall Commencement
By Hailey Wilkinson The University of West Georgia’s Fall Class of 2024 stood proudly on the summit of a determined journey during UWG’s commencement ceremonies this weekend. Interim President Dr. Ashwani Monga celebrated the scholars’ remarkable contributions to UWG’s success, noting record-breaking enrollment numbers of nearly 14,400 students and more than 1,100 degree conferrals. “The […]
Kiwanis Donates Gift Cards to Central High School
Pictured is Assistant Principal Mr. Chuck Robinson with Kiwanis Board of Directors member Mr. Clint Backstrom (Carrollton, Georgia). The Carrollton Kiwanis Board of Directors donated nearly $1,000 in restaurant gift cards to Central High School. The donation supports students who may be experiencing food insecurity during the winter break. Each year, Kiwanis members personally deliver […]
West Georgia Regional Library System Announces Going Fines-Free for Youth Materials
West Georgia Regional Library System (WGRLS) is excited to announce starting January 1st, 2025, WGRLS will eliminate all fees on youth materials, making it easier for families to enjoy and return library resources without the worry of accumulating fines. This new policy is part of the WGRLS’ ongoing commitment to support literacy, education, and lifelong […]
Carroll EMC CEO Urges Policymakers to Stay Informed at Power Breakfast
Carrollton, GA—Carroll Electric Membership Cooperative (EMC) welcomed a room full of community leaders, government officials and industry figures at its recent Power Breakfast on Thursday, Dec. 5. The annual event gave a high-level report of the co-op’s biggest opportunities and challenges on a local, statewide and federal level. To an everyday consumer, electricity is no […]
CMS Junior Beta Club Shines At State Convention
CARROLLTON, Ga. — The Carrollton Middle School Junior Beta Club earned four top-five finishes at the Georgia Junior Beta Convention in Savannah, Ga. Dec. 5-7, qualifying for the National Junior Beta Convention next year. Konsih Pisoh took first place in sixth-grade science, the club’s community service showcase earned third, and Neriah Hendrix and Austin Coverson […]
Columbia Bound: VR’s Valdez Matched With Full Scholarship
VRHS math teacher Janene Browning, VRHS Senior Rigo Valdez, VRHS Principal Dr. Mike Bedosky Villa Rica High School senior Rigo Valdez has been awarded a full four-year scholarship to Columbia University in New York City valued at over $325,000 through the QuestBridge National College Match. Quest Bridge’s National College Match helps students who are planning […]
Ledbetter named Cargill STEM Scholar
CMS teacher Amanda Ledbetter was recently named a GYSTC 2025 Don Cargill STEM Scholar Award recipient. Ms. Ledbetter was recognized for her exceptional efforts to inspire and enhance student learning in STEM disciplines. As part of this honor, she will receive a $500 grant to purchase STEM education materials to further enrich her classroom.
CPD Arrests Suspect Following Armed Robbery
Carrollton, Georgia – On December 4, 2024, at approximately 6:00 PM, an armed robbery occurred at Carrollton Food Mart, located at 699 Alabama Street. The suspect, described as wearing tan pants, a red sweatshirt, and a black ski mask, entered the store, purchased an alcoholic beverage, and then threatened the clerk at gunpoint. After stealing […]
