Marginal Changes in October Unemployment
Georgia Labor Commissioner Bruce Thompson said that all of Georgia’s Regional Commissions reported marginal changes in October unemployment rates. “Georgia’s unemployment rate remains below the national average, but businesses face growing pressure, including finding and retaining top-tier talent,” said Commissioner Bruce Thompson. “As we attract diverse companies across the state, we must remain focused on […]
CarMax to Open Stand-Alone Reconditioning Center in Carrollton/ Company to bring 200 jobs to the community by early 2025
CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX), the nation’s largest retailer of used cars, announces plans to open its first stand-alone reconditioning center, which will be located in Carrollton, Georgia. The exclusive purpose of the state-of-the-art facility will be to recondition used vehicles to be sold to customers at CarMax stores in the Atlanta region, with the ability […]
Retention, graduate students lead UWG to 7.2% enrollment increase
by Colton Campbell Numbers released by the University System of Georgia (USG) show the University of West Georgia added more than 850 Wolves to its enrollment over the past year, an increase of 7.2 percent and bringing its Fall 2023 total to 12,769 students. The breakdown of the enrollment data showcases several key highlights: […]
Melvin Cordero Barkley Sentenced To 30 Years In Prison Without Parole For Guilty Plea To Voluntary Manslaughter, Aggravated Assault, And Other Charges
On November 9, 2023, Melvin Cordero Barkley pled guilty to Voluntary Manslaughter, Aggravated Assault, and two counts of Possession of a Knife During the Commission of a Felony in relation to the stabbing death of Tyler Waters in May 2018. Pursuant to a plea agreement negotiated by the State, Superior Court Judge Erica Tisinger presided […]
Central High School Recognizes Athletes of the Month
Central High School recognized two (2) outstanding athletes as October Athletes of the Month. Kamry McEwen is a member of the volleyball team and Jonaz Walton is on the Central Lion football team. Students are recognized for their commitment to academics as well as their commitment to their sport. “We chose Kamry and Jonaz as […]
Carroll County Jury Convicts Nathaniel Allen Bernhardt Of Domestic Abuse, Including Kidnapping With Bodily Injury
After a 4 day trial, a Carroll County jury convicted Nathaniel Allen Bernhardt, 28, of Carrollton, of felony acts of domestic violence against his girlfriend with whom he resided at the time of the attack. He was convicted of Kidnapping with Bodily Injury, Aggravated Assault by Strangulation, False Imprisonment, Possession of More than an Ounce […]
WGTC Alum, Mark Foster, Recognized as Outstanding Alumni of the Year
CARROLLTON, GA – West Georgia Technical College (WGTC) selected Mark Foster as its 2023 Outstanding Alumni of the Year. Foster was recognized along with 22 other exceptional individuals by the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) at the annual Leadership Conference in Savannah. This prestigious honor celebrates the remarkable achievements and contributions of these alumni […]
Global metals distributor, fabricator, and finisher, moving HQ from Atlanta to Carroll County
Carroll Tomorrow is proud to announce the arrival of SAF, a dynamic and innovative metal fabrication, distribution, and finishing company set to significantly impact our community. After months of careful planning and collaboration, SAF is ready to announce their decision to bring new employment opportunities and investments to the region. This long-time, family-owned business is […]
November 7, 2023 Municipal Elections Wrap-Up
Around a dozen contested races were on ballots in Carroll and Haralson counties on Tuesday. And, we’re not done with municipal elections for 2023 yet. One of those races requires a run-off election which will be held next month In Carrollton, Mayor Betty Cason was elected to 4-more years as she defeated challenger Walt Hollingsworth. […]
William Vinson, Previously Convicted Of Rape As A Juvenile In 1994, Sentenced To Life In Prison Plus 20 Years For Aggravated Sex Crimes
On October 30, 2023, William Eric Vinson, 42, of Roopville, pleaded guilty in Carroll County Superior Court to three counts of Aggravated Child Molestation, two counts of Statutory Rape, two counts of Child Molestation, one count of Aggravated Sexual Battery, and one count of Failure to Register as a Sex Offender. Pursuant to a negotiated […]
