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It’s coming! October 23rd will be here before we know it and it’s going to be an impactful day for our county.Check out Willie Spears by going towww.WillieSpears.comDon’t miss Fields of Faith on October 23rd at Rockmart High School! Gates open at 6pm! We will see you there!Continue Reading

The Sisters’ Melting Pot Festival

By: Gail Conner

On: October 11, 2024

In: Community News, Local Events

Saturday, October 12th beginning at 2 p.m. International Food, Fun, & Games 101 South College StreetContinue Reading

You’re Invited to Kresge!

By: Gail Conner

On: October 11, 2024

In: Church News, Local Events

15 Booger Hollow Road Cedartown, GA 30125 Breakfast from 9:30 a.m. Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 15 10:55 a.m.Continue Reading

Christmas Bizarre

By: Gail Conner

On: October 10, 2024

In: Church News, Community News, Local Events

Saturday, Nov. 9 from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Christmas goodies and crafts to baked good. ALL THINGS CHRISTMAS!!Continue Reading

Car Show at Doyle Road

By: Gail Conner

On: October 10, 2024

In: Church News, Community News, Local Events

Novemer th from 9 a.m. – 2 Saturday, Nov. 9th from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. $20 Entry All proceeds go to Doyle Road YouthContinue Reading

2nd Annual Arts & Crafts Fair

By: Gail Conner

On: October 10, 2024

In: Church News, Community News, Local Events

Arts & Crafts Fair Saturday, October 12 from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. New Hope Baptist Church, Aragon (Across Hwy 101 from Burton’s Store FALL FESTIVAL beginning at 11 a.m. with free fun, food, and fellowship by New Hope Youth!Continue Reading

From cease-fire push to boots on the ground in Israel: US seemingly accepts involvement in escalating war October 15, 2024
The U.S. is now more deeply entrenched in the conflict in the Middle East after a pivotal move to send troops to Israel was announced this week.
Patriots owner Robert Kraft reveals how Tom Brady broke the news of his departure from team October 15, 2024
On the nationally syndicated radio program "The Breakfast Club," Robert Kraft recalled the moment Brady told him about his decision to leave New England.
Afghan ISIS terror plot: Biden admin agencies point fingers as lawmakers demand answers October 15, 2024
The vetting of an Afghan national accused of plotting an ISIS-inspired terror attack is under scrutiny, with government agencies pointing fingers on the matter.
Biden-Harris admin warns Israel over Gaza humanitarian aid, leaked letter reveals October 15, 2024
The U.S. warned Israel that it needs to quickly improve the humanitarian situation in Gaza or be at risk of violating U.S. law and possibly jeopardizing crucial security aid to the country.
Potential health benefits of going 30 days without alcohol October 15, 2024
The majority of Americans consume alcohol to some extent. No matter what the time of year, a detox from alcohol is always a good way to see a slew of potential health benefits.

Atlanta lands Super Bowl LXII in 2028
ATLANTA – Super Bowl LXII will be held in Atlanta in February 2028, the National Football League announced Tuesday. The game will take place at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, which also hosted the Super Bowl in 2019. Atlanta’s bid was led by the Atlanta Sports Council in partnership with the Atlanta Falcons, Mercedes-Benz Stadium, the Georgia World […]
Judge rules local election officials must certify results
ATLANTA – State law requires local election boards to certify election results, a Fulton County Superior Court Judge ruled Tuesday. Judge Robert McBurney rejected the assertions of Julie Adams, a member of the Fulton County elections board, who refused to certify primary results earlier this year and maintained she had the legal authority to do […]
Early voting in Georgia off to brisk start
ATLANTA – Early voting is off to a fast start in Georgia, Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger reported Tuesday. As of 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, about 72,000 Georgians already had cast their ballots on the first day of the early voting period. By the end of the day, that number is expected to far surpass the […]
Teacher of the Year joining Georgia Department of Education
ATLANTA – Georgia’s 2024 Teacher of the Year is joining the state Department of Education to boost the agency’s teacher recruitment and retention efforts. Christy Todd, who spent 15 years teaching in Fayette County Public Schools, will lead projects aimed at growing the teacher pipeline. “Christy Todd is an outstanding educator who is passionate about […]
3rd Congressional District hopefuls debate immigration, abortion
ATLANTA – Illegal immigration and abortion dominated a debate Sunday between the two candidates for Georgia’s open 3rd Congressional District seat. Republican Brian Jack and Democrat Maura Keller each focused on the issue that has most galvanized their respective bases, immigration for Jack and abortion for Keller. Jack, a former White House aide to then-GOP […]
Bishop a no-show at congressional debate
ATLANTA – Republican congressional candidate Wayne Johnson criticized incumbent U.S. Rep. Sanford Bishop, D-Albany, Sunday for losing touch with Southwest Georgia’s 2nd Congressional District during 32 years in office and said it’s time for a change. “When you’re running for Congress, you’ve got to get in tune with the people in the district. … “[Bishop] […]
Red staters urge voluntary approach to firearm safety
ATLANTA – Even the reddest of red states can promote safe firearm storage without stepping on the Second Amendment, officials from two red states told Georgia lawmakers this week. Republican state Rep. Steve Eliason of Utah and Kathy Martinez-Prather, director of the Texas School Safety Center, testified before the Georgia Senate Safe Firearm Storage Study […]
State tax revenues decline in September
ATLANTA – Georgia tax collections fell by 2.8% last month, resuming a downward pattern that has taken hold for much of this year, the state Department of Revenue reported Friday. After posting a one-month gain in August compared to the same month last year, state revenues declined by $91.2 million in September compared to September […]
Helene damage to Georgia farms estimated at $6.46 billion
ATLANTA – Hurricane Helene caused at least $6.46 billion in losses to Georgia farmers, according to preliminary estimates released Thursday by the University of Georgia College of Agriculture & Environmental Science. That represents direct crop losses, losses to businesses that support agriculture and forestry, losses to workers in those related industries, and estimated recovery and […]
Parents of teen shooting victims push for safe firearm storage legislation
ATLANTA – Georgia lawmakers should enact safe firearm storage legislation to reduce an epidemic of gun violence most dramatically illustrated by last month’s school shooting in Barrow County, two parents of teens killed by guns said Thursday. “It is a pain that never goes away,” said Julvonnia McDowell, whose14-year-old son JaJuan was shot and killed […]