Local man facing multiple counts of sexual exploitation of minors
Bond has been denied for a Carrollton man accused of possessing child pornography. The suspect was interviewed regarding the accusations in late April. He allegedly fled the state soon after his meeting with police. He was captured in Florida this week. According to the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office: “On 04/25/2022, Investigator Courtney Short, was assigned […]
Police Shut Down Drug Operation And Elder Abuse At ‘Bug-Infested’ Home
ACE Makes Arrest in Heroin/Fentanyl Case Carrollton, GA (September 16, 2022) – After receiving complaints involving possible drug trafficking, possible animal abuse, and possible elder abuse, the ACE Unit responded to 123 Austin Avenue on September 12, 2022. When investigators arrived, it was apparent that several individuals were living or “squatting” in the bug infested […]
Tanner Acquires West Georgia Ambulance
Move keeps emergency 911 medical services based in Carroll County Tanner Health System has completed its purchase of West Georgia Ambulance, ensuring emergency medical care remains headquartered in Carroll County. Established in 1977 by Steve Adams, West Georgia Ambulance employs more than 60 people, including 27 full-time paramedics and 20 full-time emergency medical technicians (EMTs). […]
GSP Report: Two People Killed In Monday Morning Crash
Georgia State Troopers say a two vehicle crash Monday morning at approximately 02:13am in Carroll County resulted in two fatalities. According to the preliminary report : A 2022 Kenworth semi truck and trailer (carrying chicken parts) was traveling west on I-20 near mile marker 24 in the right lane and a 2018 Dodge Challenger was traveling west on I-20 […]
Carrollton High School Homecoming To Take Place Sept. 23
CARROLLTON, GA — Carrollton High School is looking forward to continuing its long-standing homecoming tradition this year. Homecoming festivities will begin Monday, Sept. 19, with activities leading up to Friday, Sept. 23, when the Trojans play Hillgrove in Grisham Stadium. CHS principal Ian Lyle said homecoming is an important event not just for the students […]
UWG extends test-optional policy for 2023, waives SAT and ACT requirement
Following guidance from the University System of Georgia, the University of West Georgia will continue to waive ACT and SAT test score requirements for qualifying prospective first-year, freshmen applicants for admission for the 2023-24 academic year (Fall 2023, Spring 2024 and Summer 2024). Students must still meet all other admission requirements and must meet a […]
Firefighter Brandy Polk Sworn in as First Woman Division Chief at Carroll County Fire Rescue
(Carroll County, GA) Carroll County Chairman Michelle Morgan had the honor of swearing in Brandy Polk as the new Division Chief of Training on Friday, September 9, 2022. Division Chief Polk has an impressive background and resume, never stopping short in her willingness to train and learn throughout her extensive career in the fire service. […]
CCS partners with Neptune Navigate to help promote safety online
CARROLLTON, GA — Carrollton City Schools has partnered with a digital platform this school year in an effort to teach students and families how to be smart and stay safe online. Neptune Navigate is made up of comprehensive, online learning modules that are designed to take 20 minutes or less for students. Carrollton City Schools […]
UWG’s Murphy Center Distinguished Lecture Series returns this fall
The Thomas B. Murphy Center for Public Service at the University of West Georgia promotes civic engagement by educating and inspiring students and the community about real-world politics. One of the ways this outcome is achieved is through the center’s Distinguished Lecture Series, to be hosted this fall. Now in its second year, the series […]
Judge Sides w/ Landfill Developer; says Haralson County Zoning Ordinance is invalid
Haralson County officials say their attorneys are currently reviewing the decision to compile the basis of an appeal of the Court’s ruling. In a 19-page document issued this week, the judge summarized his findings: The court declares that the Haralson County zoning ordinance void.The court orders that the individual commissioners are enjoined from any action […]
