Semperit Industrial Products To Open Americas Headquarters, Manufacturing Facility in Coweta County
Atlanta, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that Semperit Industrial Products, an international provider of highly specialized rubber products for customers within the industrial and medical sectors, will expand its presence in Georgia. With the opening of the companyÂ’s new Americas headquarters and manufacturing facility in Coweta County, Semperit will have the ability […]
Bremen Man Shot, In Serious Condition. Suspect In Custody
On Thursday, June10, 2021, at 8:45 PM, deputies were dispatched to Westbrook Road in Bremen in reference to a male with gunshot wounds. Deputies arrived on scene and the victim, Deon McFarling, 36 years old, was located in a yard with multiple gunshot wounds. Although seriously injured, the victim was able to name the shooter. […]
Gillispie Named Athletic Director at Oak Mountain Academy
Steven Gillispie joins Oak Mountain Academy as our Athletic Director after serving as the Assistant Athletic Director for Operations and Events at Jacksonville State University for the past six years. While at JSU, Gillispie was responsible for the overall management of all JSU athletic events, directing the Alabama High School Activities Association Jacksonville Basketball Regional […]
Abducted Teen Rescued; Officers Suspect Teen Was Smuggled Into US From Central America
Haralson County Investigators say five people are in custody after authorities say they smuggled a Central American teen into the United States, then refused to hand him over to his mother in Georgia. Haralson County SheriffÂ’s Office Investigator Heather Mecillas told WLBB Radio that her office got involved in the case early Monday morning after […]
Local Man Charged with Murder after Card Game Goes Awry
(Carroll County, GA) On May 20, 2021, Deputies with the Carroll County SheriffÂ’s Office were requested by the Bowdon Police Department to assist in investigating what appeared to be an aggravated assault case in the 100 block of Kent Avenue in Bowdon. Officers and Deputies on scene were advised that Offender, Sherrod Montgomery, age 41 from Carrollton had gotten into a physical altercation with victim, […]
Richards College of Business Holds Celebration for Outgoing Dean McIntyre
Carrollton, GA – On Friday, May 14, the faculty, staff and friends of the Richards College of Business at the University of West Georgia (UWG) gathered virtually to celebrate the 17-year tenure of outgoing college dean, Dr. Faye S. McIntyre, who will be returning to the Marketing Department as faculty on June 30. Dr. McIntyre […]
UWG Confers 1,300 Degrees in Spring 2021 Commencement
More than 1,300 University of West Georgia graduates – and one Australian shepherd – walked the stage during the institutionÂ’s Spring 2021 Commencement Saturday. During his remarks, UWG President Dr. Brendan B. Kelly shared that the COVID-19 pandemic kept graduates from experiencing some things, but it did not keep them from the holistic university experience […]
Honda Transmission Plant in Georgia Celebrates Milestone, Steps Toward Electrified Future
TALLAPOOSA, Georgia (May 12, 2021) – Honda today is celebrating 15 years of U.S. automobile transmission production at the companyÂ’s transmission plant in Tallapoosa, Georgia. Honda started transmission production in Georgia in 2006 with 179 associates. With a total investment of more than $465 million, the operation has expanded to include more than 500 associates […]
Donna Armstrong Lackey Appointed to Executive Director
(Carroll County, GA) Donna Armstrong Lackey has been named by Chairman Michelle Morgan to assume the role of Executive Director, a position that has been most recently held by Susan Mabry for the last several decades. The role of Executive Director is to provide advanced administrative support for the County Commission Chairman and assist in […]
University of West Georgia establishes School of Communication, Film and Media
School to enhance talent pipeline for in-demand industries; Yates to serve as dean Supporting increased opportunities in emerging disciplines, the University of West Georgia announced today the establishment of the School of Communication, Film and Media, effective July 1. UWG President Dr. Brendan Kelly said the creation of the new school at UWG, to be […]
