Bartow County
Gas prices continuing to rise
-AAA South- Georgia drivers are paying more at the pump this week as rising crude oil prices continue to drive gasoline costs higher amid ongoing unrest in the Middle East. AAA encourages drivers to shop around for the best deals and use fuel savings programs whenever possible. "What drivers pay at the pump is sti...
Jul 27, 2026
WWII-era grenade found in Bartow County subdivision
-WBHF Radio- Residents of The Cliffs Subdivision in Euharlee were told to stay inside their homes Thursday afternoon due to the discovery of a grenade from World War II. A crew cleaning the home of a deceased man found the grenade while cleaning the home. They called 911, and the Floyd County Bomb Squad was called in t...
Jul 24, 2026
Flood Watch issued
-National Weather Service- The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch through Friday evening. Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible in portions of north central, northeast, and northwest Georgia, including Bartow, Chattooga, Floyd, Gordon, and Polk Counties. Excessive runoff may resu...
Jul 23, 2026
Fire reported at QCells plant
-WBHF Radio- Cartersville firefighters quickly extinguished an equipment fire Monday at the Qcells solar manufacturing plant in Cartersville. According to 11Alive, no injuries were reported, and crews brought the blaze under control without further incident. The fire started in an area where the facility produces ingot...
Jul 21, 2026
AAA: Georgia pump prices hit the gas
-AAA South- Georgia drivers are paying more at the pump this week as rising crude oil prices, fueled by ongoing geopolitical tensions, continue to push gas prices higher. AAA encourages drivers to compare prices, take advantage of fuel rewards programs, and plan ahead to help manage fuel costs. "Gas prices continu...
Jul 20, 2026
Georgia Power reaffirms longstanding commitment to make growth work for customers with Customer Protection Pledge
-Georgia Power News Release- With new residents moving to the state and large energy users like data centers and manufacturers choosing Georgia, Georgia Power continues to work to ensure that growth benefits all Georgia Power customers. The company has moved quickly to anticipate and effectively manage this growth with...
Jul 17, 2026
Georgia DPH addresses cyclosporiasis outbreak
-News Release- The Georgia Department of Public Health is urging Georgians to take extra precautions when purchasing, preparing, and consuming fresh fruits and vegetables to help prevent cyclosporiasis, a gastrointestinal disease. At this time, DPH is not aware of any Georgia-specific outbreaks, clusters, or potential ...
Jul 15, 2026
One killed in crash on Ga. 20 in Bartow County
-Georgia State Patrol- One person was killed on Friday in a single-vehicle crash on Highway 20 near Timberlake Cove in Bartow County. According to the Georgia State Patrol: A Toyota Landcruiser was traveling east, attempting to negotiate a curve, and traveled off the south shoulder of the roadway, striking a ditch. Fol...
Jul 14, 2026
Georgia gas prices rise
-AAA South- After several weeks of falling gas prices, Georgia drivers are seeing a slight increase at the pump. The state average for regular unleaded rose this week as higher crude oil costs and strong summer travel demand put upward pressure on fuel prices. AAA encourages drivers to shop around for the best prices a...
Jul 13, 2026
West Nile Virus concerns have public health officials reminding about mosquito-bite prevention
-News Release- West Nile Virus (WNV) season has arrived earlier and more aggressively than it has in more than two decades, and local public health officials are cautioning people to take proactive measures to reduce the risk of mosquito bites. "We're concerned about where this season may be heading," says Dr...
Jul 10, 2026



