Georgia State School Superintendent Richard Woods visited Calhoun City Schools today to formally recognize Calhoun Middle School as a Math Leader School. During the visit, Superintendent Woods presented the recognition ribbons from the Georgia Department of Education, marking a significant academic milestone. Students welcomed Superintendent Woods upon his arrival before the celebration moved to the Media, College, & Career Center, where he met with members of the system lead

Weather permitting, crews will close the State Route 136/Nickelsville Road railroad crossing at US Highway 41 beginning March 10 through March 12. A detour will be utilized during the closure. Motorists should drive carefully through the work zone and for crews that might be working close to the road. WHEN: Tuesday, March 10 through Thursday, March 12 DETOUR:  Traffic on the west side of the railroad crossing will take Highway 41 south to SR 225 and then take SR 225 north ba

The Georgia State Patrol has released their preliminary findings into a wrong-way incident on I-75 in Gordon County that resulted in several crashes. According to the GSP, on Thursday night, March 4th, Troopers responded to a multi-vehicle crash with injuries on I-75 northbound near mile marker 311. The investigation revealed a Mitsubishi Mirage failed to maintain its lane of travel, traveled off the left side of the roadway, and struck the guardrail. The vehicle then re-ente

The Downtown Calhoun Farmers Market is returning for an exciting 2026 season and will begin earlier this year. The market will open on Saturday, May 23rd and run through Saturday, September 19th, taking place every Tuesday and Saturday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM at City Park, 308 N Wall Street, Calhoun, GA 30701. After welcoming more than 10,000 shoppers last season, the Downtown Calhoun Farmers Market is preparing for an even bigger and brighter year filled with fresh local fo

Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) will host a Free Application Month throughout March to help those who are seeking to enroll in the 2026 summer semester.   Through March 31, GNTC will waive the $25 application fee for all incoming students. Applicants should enter the code MARCH26 (all capital letters) to waive the fee.   The admissions deadline for the summer semester is April 27. Classes are scheduled to begin on May 18.   GNTC’s call center is available Monday

Along with Gordon County Chief Appraiser Mr. Ashley Bailey, Gordon County Tax Commissioner Scott Clements reminds homeowners that NOW is the time to apply for the homestead exemption. The State of Georgia offers many varied homestead exemptions, and Gordon Court offers five different local homesteads. These local homesteads offer significant savings and are available for 65, 70 and (new for this year) 75 year olds. If you already have the basic homestead exemption but turned

Dr. Morris Jenkins, who came to Calhoun and founded OWASA Family Medicine in the early 80’s, has died. He was 74. A revered family physician, husband, father, grandfather, and neighbor, Dr. Jenkins had most recently lived in Brevard, NC. He is survived by Molly, his wife of 49 years, daughter Beth Baughman (Tim) of Atlanta, GA, son Hal Jenkins (Julia) of Raleigh, NC, five grandchildren (Henry and Piper Baughman, Arthur, Julia, and Thomas Jenkins), and his brother, Frank Jenki

New American Red Cross data released today shows a snapshot of multigenerational volunteerism here in Georgia. From Gen Z to the Silent Generation, people of all ages comprise the more than 3,500 volunteers for the Georgia Region. According to demographic estimates shared by most Red Cross volunteers in Georgia: Gen Z is the fastest-growing and largest group of volunteers (39%), driven largely by growth in student-led Red Cross clubs. Millennials account for more than a qua