Three deaths confirmed in crash on I-75 near Dalton
Thursday, December 4, 2025–3:55 p.m. -Staff reports- I-75 southbound near Dalton Exit was closed for several hours on Thursday, following a crash with multiple fatalities that was apparently caused by a wrong-way driver. Whitfield County Sheriff Darren Pierce gave preliminary updates on Thursday afternoon. Exit 336, here at Rocky Face–I-75 at 336 southbound, we had…
GNTC’s 2025 Fall Commencement Ceremony set for Thursday night
Wednesday, December 3, 2025–9:30 a.m. -News Release- Approximately 300 students from Georgia Northwestern Technical College’s (GNTC) nine-county service area will exit the Dalton Convention Center on Thursday, Dec. 4, armed with the education and technical training needed to kick-start their careers. The 2025 Fall Commencement Ceremony will begin at 6 p.m. After students, administrators, and…
Georgia gas prices down five cents
Monday, December 1, 2025–10:15 a.m. -AAA South- As the holiday traffic thins out across the Peach state, Georgia drivers are finding a bit of relief at the pump. After a week of elevated demand leading into Thanksgiving, the state’s average now stands at $2.82 per gallon as of Monday, though daily fluctuations remain likely. Compared to recent…
AdventHealth Georgia welcomes Marcy Cent as director of oncology services
Sunday, November 30, 2025–3:50 p.m. -News Release- AdventHealth is pleased to announce the appointment of Marcy Cent, MBA,[MR1] as director of oncology services. In this role, Marcy leads the development and advancement of comprehensive cancer care programs, ensuring patients receive exceptional care close to home. Marcy has been instrumental in the construction of the AdventHealth…
Winter Weather Preparedness Week begins December 1
Sunday, November 30, 2025–3:15 p.m. -News Release- As winter approaches, the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency (GEMA/HS), along with the National Weather Service (NWS) is getting ready for Winter Weather Preparedness week, set for Dec. 1-5. This week encourages Georgians to educate themselves about winter weather threats, update or develop a family communications…
GOHS: Slow down, drive alert and buckle upGOHS:
Wednesday, November 26, 2025–9:50 a.m. -Georgia Governor’s Office of Highway Safety- The Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (GOHS), GOHS Highway Enforcement of Aggressive Traffic (H.E.A.T.) units, and GOHS Traffic Enforcement Networks ask motorists before the Thanksgiving holiday weekend travel period to start every trip with the click of a buckled seat belt. AAA is estimating…
AAA: Georgia gas gives a pre-turkey bump at the pumps
Monday, November 24, 2025–8:15 a.m. -AAA South- As Thanksgiving travel ramps up, Georgia drivers are feeling a slight pinch at the pump, with gas prices ticking upward heading into the holiday week. A modest rise in crude oil over the weekend, combined with growing travel demand, is pushing gas prices higher. The statewide average now…
GDOT releases holiday travel forecast
Thursday, November 20, 2025–10:10 a.m. -News Release- The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) is helping travelers get to their Thanksgiving destinations this year with fewer delays. To improve traffic flow during the Thanksgiving holiday, Georgia DOT will suspend lane closures on interstates, major state routes, and roadways near major shopping areas from 5 a.m. on…
GNTC named to Military Times 2025 Best for Vets: Colleges list
Wednesday, November 19, 2025–8:15 a.m. -News Release- Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) has been included on the Military Times list of the 2025 Best for Vets: Colleges rankings. This list is the most trusted, comprehensive list of U.S. colleges and universities committed to supporting military service members, veterans and their families. This year’s list includes 357 institutions, marking…
Georgia Department of Agriculture releases HPAI Control Area in Gordon County
Tuesday, November 18, 2025–12:50 p.m. -Georgia Department of Agriculture- On Monday, Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler J Harper announced that the Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA) has officially released the HPAI Control Area designation for premises in Gordon County, following the successful completion of all required testing and response protocols and with no additional detections reported. “I’m pleased to…
Georgia gas prices see modest increase
Monday, November 17, 2025–8:10 a.m. -AAA South- Georgia drivers are paying a little more at the pump this week as the state’s average gas price inched up by one cent. While the increase is small, it reflects continued fluctuations in crude oil prices and regional demand as drivers prepare for the busy holiday season. As…
Man accused of starting fire with woman, child in home
Sunday, November 16, 2025–4:00 p.m. -Gordon County Sheriff’s Office- A Gordon County man is facing charges of attempted murder, arson, and aggravated stalking following a fire on Saturday. According to the Gordon County Sheriff’s Office: The home was occupied at the time by a woman and a small child, who barely escaped with their lives.…
AdventHealth Georgia welcomes new market leaders
Friday, November 14, 2025–11:22 a.m. -News Release- As AdventHealth continues to put patients and team members at the center of everything they do, AdventHealth Georgia is pleased to announce two key additions to its leadership team: Paris Dukes, chief people officer, and Patricia “Trish” Price, chief nursing officer. These appointments reflect AdventHealth’s continued commitment to…
Calhoun looking at reverse osmosis to address PFAS
Wednesday, November 12, 2025–11:00 a.m. -Calhoun Times/Staff reports- City of Calhoun officials have determined what they believe is the best long-term method for removing PFAS from its water supply. According to the Calhoun Times: Following three pilot studies, reverse osmosis has been presented to the city council as the preferred solution. The anticipated cost for…
Georgia gas prices increase two cents
Monday, November 10, 2025–9:40 p.m. -AAA South- Georgia gas prices rose last week. The average price is now $2.80 per gallon for regular unleaded, up 2 cents from last week. That’s 9 cents less than last month and 13 cents lower than a year ago. Filling a 15-gallon tank now costs about $42, nearly $2 less than last year. “Even…
Widespread freeze on Tuesday
Monday, November 10, 2025–10:45 a.m. -National Weather Service- The first widespread hard freeze of the season is expected on Tuesday morning. Temperatures of 20 to 28 degrees are possible (even colder in the higher elevations in North Georgia. With the wind chill, temperatures will feel like they are in the teens, so make sure kids…
GNTC’s Popham recognized by Georgia Trend
Saturday, November 8, 2025–8:00 p.m. -News Release- Georgia Trend magazine has selected Dr. Heidi Popham, president of Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC), as one of the magazine’s most influential leaders. This year marks the fourth that Dr. Popham has been profiled in the “annual publication that spotlights the most powerful leaders across major industries and…
Jayden Allen named GNTC’s 2026 EAGLE Award winner
Thursday, November 6, 2025–10:40 a.m. -News Release- Jayden Allen has been chosen to represent Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) at the Dinah Culbreath Wayne EAGLE (Exceptional Adult Georgian in Literacy Education) Leadership Institute state competition, March 9-11, 2026, at the Crowne Plaza Atlanta Perimeter at Ravinia. The Leadership Institute recognizes and honors those students who…
AdventHealth to host Veterans Day events across Northwest Georgia
Tuesday, November 4, 2025–10:30 p.m. -News Release- This Veterans Day, November 11, AdventHealth will give thanks to the brave men and women of the United States Armed Forces by offering free meals at several community locations. Veterans are invited to join us at the following times and places: · Bojangles, Chatsworth | 7:00 am to…
Election Results
Tuesday, November 4, 2025 -Staff reports- Floyd County voters say “No” to a floating local option sales tax that would have gone to reducing the millage rate, and Rome voters elect two new city commissioners. The extra penny tax to defray a portion of property taxes in Rome and Floyd County failed by a vote…