Republican David Huddleston Announces Candidacy for Georgia House of Representatives

Carrollton, GA—Carroll County native, David Huddleston, has announced his candidacy for election to the 72nd District of the Georgia House of Representatives following the retirement announcement of Chairman, Randy Nix. HuddlestonÂ’s campaign centers on advocating for small business, pro law-enforcement, education and agricultural preservation. As an area farmer and recent retiree after 36 years with […]
Rep. Randy Nix Will Not Seek Re-election

ATLANTA – State Representative Randy Nix (R-LaGrange), chairman of the House Ethics Committee, today announced that he will not seek re-election to the Georgia House of Representatives after 16 years of service. “It has truly been an honor and a privilege to serve in the Georgia House of Representatives,” said Chairman Nix. “I want to […]
Suspects Sought In Theft Cases

During the early morning hours of 01/05/22, suspects cut the fence at Cross & Sons Plumbing on Liberty Rd. The suspects then removed the catalytic converters from four vehicles before stealing a white 2005 Chevrolet Silverado with a work bed. The truck was recovered abandoned in Douglas County on 01/06/22. The suspects also cut the […]
UWG launches computing degree aimed to support growing industry needs

As part of its commitment to providing competitive career-building opportunities, the University of West Georgia is expanding its offerings in the area of computing, a high-demand career in Georgia and beyond. The new Bachelor of Science in computing degree, developed in response to demand from prospective and current students, aims to help meet the industry […]
Harper To Lead Trojan Volleyball Next Season

CARROLLTON, GA — A new head coach with exceptional experience in the sport of volleyball will take over the program at Carrollton High School following counselor Dr. Cameron Mount, who temporarily filled the role last year when the program was in need. Morganne Harper, who began serving as a community coach for Carrollton in 2017, […]
Computer Science Program Thrives At CHS

CARROLLTON, GA — Students involved in the Computer Science Pathway at Carrollton High School have had a productive school year thus far. More than half of the students in the program have published new works into the Global Marketplace and that number is continuing to grow. Collectively, the program has published five iOS apps, three […]
“Mike On The Bike” Sworn in as Community Programs Coordinator By Sheriff Terry Langley

(Carroll County, GA) Deputy Michael McDowell was sworn in by Sheriff Terry Langley on January 5, 2022 to serve the Carroll County SheriffÂ’s Office in its newest position as the Community Programs Coordinator. Sheriff Terry Langley has been working towards creating this position for quite some time, as he understands the needs of our citizens […]
Deputies Charge Carrollton Man With Multiple Counts Of Sexual Exploitation Of Children

On January 3, 2022, Investigators with the Carroll County SheriffÂ’s Office received an ICAC case from the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. Investigator Courtney Short began following up on the information provided and identified Gary Thomas Jackson of Lovvorn Rd. in Carroll County as the suspect. Mr. Jackson had downloaded pornographic videos featuring minors in them. […]
Tourism Brought $122.8 Million To Carroll County In 2020

December 30, 2021 (Carrollton, Ga.) – Visitors to Carroll County generated $122.8 million in direct, domestic traveler expenditures in 2020, the Carrollton Area Convention and Visitors Bureau announced today. According to an annual study commissioned by the Georgia Department of Economic Development, visitors to Carroll County and its cities were also responsible for $8.4 million […]
188 Celebrate West Georgia Tech Commencement

West Georgia Technical College celebrated fall commencement exercises December 16, awarding 188 associate degrees and technical diplomas to graduates across West Georgia. Leuco Tool Corporation President and CFO Jens Schulz delivered the keynote address, encouraging graduates to have a personal vision. “A personal vision is a very intimate thing,” Schulz said. “It sets the course […]