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 […]
The Farmer’s Feed – UGA Extension Carroll County Ag E-Newsletter, April 20, 2024
We are HIRING! We are looking for an individual that loves to be in the community and has a passion for helping others. The work will be centered around nutrition education, and teaching others about food safety, food budgeting, cooking demos, and more! This position has FULL TIME benefits with the University of Georgia that […]
Thirty-Nine CHS Seniors Receive CCS Education Foundation Scholarships
CARROLLTON, GA — The Carrollton City Schools Education Foundation celebrated its 2024 scholarship awards at the third annual scholarship breakfast on April 16 at City Station. Students, parents, and donors gathered to recognize 39 students who received awards. This year, thanks to the generosity of private donors, the foundation introduced two new scholarship opportunities and […]
(R) candidates for US House (D3, GA) file financial disclosure documents
Monday – was the deadline for candidates running for the U S- third district house seat from Georgia – to file their reports of receipts and disbursements. According to raw documents available Tuesday morning, former Trump advisor Brian Jack has claimed more than $408,000 in contributions for the first quarter of 2024. Approximately $210,000 of […]
West Georgia Technical College to Launch New Hotel, Restaurant, Tourism Management Program This Fall
West Georgia Technical College (WGTC) is proud to announce the introduction of its Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism Management (HRTM) program, designed to prepare students for dynamic careers in the thriving hospitality industry. The HRTM program offers students three unique credential opportunities, including an associate degree, diploma, and five professional certificates, including ‘Event Coordinator,’ ‘Food and […]
Ranger Nick Attracts Crowd at Carroll EMC Ag Seminar
Carrollton, GA—Carroll Electric Membership Cooperative (EMC) was the place to be the evening of Thursday, April 11. Wild animals captivated an audience of both children and adults at the co-op’s biannual agribusiness seminar as “Ranger Nick” Fuhrman of the University of Georgia (UGA) brought out some cold-bloods that get a bad rap—reptiles and amphibians. Farmers […]
Elderly Resident Victimized By Scam Involving Deputy Impersonation
Someone impersonating a Deputy from the Haralson County Sheriff’s Office is calling Haralson County residents and attempting to scam them. The fake deputy, who is using the name Lt. Bowman, is telling them they have a bench warrant and must give him money to get rid of the warrant. The Haralson County Sheriff’s Office does […]
High Pathogen Avian Influenza in North Carolina
The North Carolina Department of Agriculture announced a presumptive positive case of HPAI on a NC dairy. These cattle are currently asymptomatic and quarantined. For further information on this case, please read their announcement. This brings the total affected states to seven with cases in Idaho, Kansas, Michigan, New Mexico, Ohio, Texas and North Carolina. […]
Carroll County Board of Commissioners Approves Seventh Ambulance
At its regular meeting on April 9, the Carroll County Board of Commissioners (BOC) approved adding a seventh 24-hour 911 ambulance to the county’s EMS contract with West Georgia Ambulance. “Adding a seventh ambulance is essential for the public safety of all our families, friends and neighbors in their time of need,” said Carroll County […]
