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Posted inEducation

Back To School: What’s New in Carroll County Schools This Year?

by B.T. ClarkJuly 27, 2025July 27, 2025

Carroll County families can cross lunch money off their back-to-school to-do lists. The district will provide free breakfast and lunch to every student starting in the 2025-2026 school year, regardless of family income. 🍎 Why It Matters: This eliminates a significant expense for thousands of families and removes the paperwork hassle of applying for meal […]

A 17-year-old girl faces murder charges after police say she shot and killed her mother and stepfather at their Carroll County home in February.
Posted inCrime

Teen Daughter Charged With Killing Mother and Stepfather in Carroll County

by B.T. ClarkJuly 8, 2025July 8, 2025
👮 Behind Bars: Gosdin now faces four serious charges - simple battery, cruelty to children, false imprisonment, and kidnapping. A judge denied him bond on Monday, meaning he stays in jail while his case moves forward.
Posted inCrime

Man Charged With Trying To Kidnap 10-Year-Old Girl In Carroll County

by B.T. ClarkJuly 7, 2025July 7, 2025
Carrollton drivers are facing significant disruptions after a police officer was struck by a vehicle, leading to the complete closure of Highway 27 North at Ingles. The incident has prompted a major emergency response, and motorists are being advised to find alternative routes.
Posted inPublic Safety

Carrollton Police Officer Hit on Highway 27 Near Ingles

by B.T. ClarkJune 11, 2025June 11, 2025
The University System of Georgia Board of Regents voted Wednesday to name Christopher “Mike” Johnson as the sole finalist for president of the University of West Georgia (UWG).
Posted inEducation

Meet The Next President of University of West Georgia

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceMay 28, 2025May 28, 2025
Villa Rica High School has announced its highest academic achievers for next year's graduating class.
Posted inEducation

Villa Rica High School Names Top Students For Class Of 2025

by B.T. ClarkMay 16, 2025May 16, 2025
Fourteen-year-old Ca’Mya Burse has been reported missing in Carroll County. Police say she was last seen on April 17 around 6 p.m. on Pine Hill Drive. Ca’Mya is described as Black, standing 5 feet 1 inch tall and weighing about 98 pounds. She has brown hair and brown eyes.
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Missing 14-Year-Old Ca’Mya Burse Last Seen in Carroll County

by B.T. ClarkApril 24, 2025April 24, 2025
What We Know: Scammers are impersonating Sgt. Randall Tucker from the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office. They’re calling residents and claiming they’ve missed jury duty. Victims are told they must pay a fine immediately to avoid arrest.
Posted inCrime

Scam Alert: Jury Duty Hoax in Carroll County

by B.T. ClarkApril 13, 2025April 13, 2025
Several roads across Carroll County were closed Monday following severe storms that swept through the area March 31.
Posted inWeather

Photos: Storms Rip Through Carroll County

by B.T. ClarkApril 2, 2025April 2, 2025
A 17-year-old Mount Zion High School student has been charged after authorities uncovered a murder plot targeting another student.
Posted inCrime

Teen Charged in Murder Plot at Carroll County High School

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 12, 2025February 12, 2025
Photos: Here are some snow photos from today. More will be posted as they come in.
Posted inAround Georgia

Around Georgia: Snow Photos and Updates

by B.T. ClarkJanuary 10, 2025January 11, 2025
Six people from the Rome area were sentenced to federal prison for their involvement in a drug trafficking organization that distributed illegal drugs, including heroin, methamphetamine, cocaine, and oxycodone.
Posted inCrime

Six Rome-area Drug Traffickers Sentenced to Federal Prison

by B.T. ClarkNovember 21, 2024November 21, 2024
Wendy Tucker, 49, went missing on Halloween in Carroll County. Described as a 5'4" white woman with brown hair and hazel eyes, concerns have risen as leads remain scarce. She may be with Henry McKee. Authorities found no foul play indication. Public assistance is sought to locate her.
Posted inMissing

Missing Person Alert: Wendy Tucker Went Missing on Halloween in Carroll County

by Thom ChandlerNovember 6, 2024November 6, 2024
Residents of the Eagles Nest subdivision in Carrollton are on edge after a series of attempted car break-ins. Authorities are asking for the public’s help to identify a suspect involved in the recent incidents.
Posted inCrime

Carrollton Neighborhood on Alert After Attempted Car Break-Ins

by Thom ChandlerOctober 15, 2024October 15, 2024
A routine football play on Friday night left Bremen High School quarterback Carson Kimball with a serious injury, prompting a wave of support from the Carroll County community.
Posted inGeorgia People

Bremen High Football Player Carson Kimball Injured in Friday Night Game

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 2, 2024September 2, 2024
CARROLLTON — A Carroll County Sheriff’s Deputy was shot Wednesday morning while executing a search warrant in Carrollton. Deputy Taylor Bristow was transported to Grady Memorial Hospital, where he underwent emergency surgery. He has since been moved to the intensive care unit, though his current condition remains unclear.
Posted inCrime

Carroll County Deputy Shot While Executing Search Warrant in Carrollton

by Thom ChandlerAugust 21, 2024August 21, 2024
The University System of Georgia has announced the appointment of Dr. Ashwani Monga as the interim president of the University of West Georgia, effective August 19. Dr. Monga, who currently serves as the Executive Vice Chancellor and Chief Academic Officer at the University System of Georgia, steps into this role following Dr. Brendan B. Kelly's departure to lead the Arkansas State University System.
Posted inEducation

Meet The New Interim President of University of West Georgia

by Thom ChandlerJuly 23, 2024July 23, 2024
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Ghost Face Gangster Sentenced for Assault on Federal Corrections Officer

by Thom ChandlerJune 7, 2024June 7, 2024

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