Former Police Sergeant Due In Carroll County Court For Child Molestation Charge
A former police sergeant charged with child molestation – now could stand trial in Carroll County– after he pled guilty and received sentencing for a similar crime in Cobb County.  On March 10th, 2021 — 55-year old Austell Police officer Matthew Darren Atkins was arrested and charged with three counts of child molestation and one […]
Follow the leader: UWG alumnus named national superintendent of the year finalist
By Julie Lineback Growing up in Carrollton, University of West Georgia alumnus Trent North ’91 ’97 learned the value of hard work at an early age. That ingrained discipline has taken him far – from serving as the city school district’s first Black principal to being named Georgia Superintendent of the Year and one of […]
Ribbon-Cutting Planned for Villa Rica Splash Pad
Villa Rica city officials will dedicate the Gold Dust Park Splash Pad this week, in advance of its Memorial Day grand opening. The ribbon-cutting will take place 11:30 a.m., Thursday, May 11, at the park, located at 646 Industrial Blvd., Villa Rica. Many officials have been invited to attend, including members of City Council, the […]
WGTC to Hold Two Ceremonies for Spring Commencement
WACO, GA – West Georgia Technical College (WGTC) will hold spring commencement exercises on Tuesday, May 9, 2023, at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. Candidates for technical certificates of credit, diplomas, and associate degrees will be recognized for their accomplishments. This is the first time in the history of the College that two graduation ceremonies […]
CCWA Urges Customers To Continue Conserving Water
The Carroll County Water Authority experienced a mechanical issue at the Snake Creek Water Treatment Plant during the last week of April which placed one of the four treatment filters out of service. Georgia EPD was notified of the issue and the planned repairs last week. Since then, CCWA has obtained the services of a […]
REGISTRATION OPEN FOR REC AND ARTS SUMMER CAMP
May 2, 2023 (Carrollton, Ga.) – The City of Carrollton has opened registration for parks and recreation and arts camps this summer. Camps focused on gymnastics, outdoor activities, clayworking, theater, music and dancing are among the city’s wide array of summer programming. More details, updates and registration are available at carrolltonarts.com and carrolltonparksandrec.com. Carrollton Summer […]
Six to represent Carroll County Schools at Governor’s Honors
Six Carroll County Schools high school students have been selected to attend Georgia’s Governor’s Honors Program this summer, a record number for the district. A seventh student was chosen as an alternate. From Central High School, Makalya Parson was selected in the field of Music. From Temple High School, LeAnna Cheek was selected in the […]
Guilty Plea Puts Accused Child Molester Behind Bars For Life, With Possibility of Parole
On April 19, 2023, Ryan Costley, of Newnan, Georgia, pled guilty to one count each of Aggravated Sodomy, Incest, and Child Molestation, as well as two counts of Aggravated Sexual Battery. Pursuant to an agreement with the State, Superior Court Judge John Simpson sentenced Mr. Costley to a life sentence, with the possibility of parole.The […]
Former Fairfield Resident Sentenced To Life In Prison For Murder of Elderly Wife
On April 19th, 2023, Donald Staley, of Villa Rica, pled guilty to one count each of Malice Murder, Felony Murder, and Aggravated Assault. Pursuant to an agreement with the State, Superior CourtJudge John Simpson sentenced Mr. Staley to a life sentence, with the possibility of parole. Staley was born in 1942.The investigation showed that on […]
Former Villa Rica High School basketball coach Derrick Mitchell has filed a civil suit versus Carroll County Board of Education claiming “defamatory statements” have impaired his ability to find work elsewhere
Former Villa Rica High School basketball coach Derrick Mitchell has filed a civil suit versus the Carroll County Board of Education a/k/a Carroll County School District claiming the “Defendant caused false and defamatory statements to be published regarding Plaintiffs character and reputation and have impaired his ability to carry on his profession as a teacher […]
