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    Free tickets available for USMC Band of New Orleans

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    Title Tanner hosting hip and knee pain education session in Carrollton

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    Title First Friday pop-up market begins April 6 in Bowdon

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    Categories Farm and Commerce Inspections/Reports Local News Top Stories

    Title State, federal funds to expand broadband access in seven counties

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    Posted on June 25, 2023 June 25, 2023 Post views 580 0
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    On June 12, Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp and the USDA announced grants totaling more than $24 million to expand broadband access in seven Georgia Counties. Kemp announced nearly $15 million in preliminary grant awards for broadband internet...

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    Title Carroll EMC Offices Closed for Memorial Day

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    Posted on May 18, 2023 May 18, 2023 Post views 666 0
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    All Carroll EMC offices will be closed Monday, May 29, for Memorial Day. During this time, make payments at the kiosks, through the automated phone payment system (770-832-3552), online at carrollemc.com or via the free Carroll EMC mobile app....

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    Title Southwire to host drive-thru Toys for Tots event in Carrollton

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    Posted on November 29, 2022 November 29, 2022 Post views 844 0
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    Southwire is excited to announce the return of its annual Toys for Tots Collection Drive on Thursday, Dec. 8, and Friday, Dec. 9, in Carrollton, Ga. from 7:00 A.M. until 7:00 P.M. (EST).  Toys for Tots is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit public...

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    Title Georgia DNR News Release: Georgia Duck Hunting Season Opens

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    Posted on November 16, 2022 November 16, 2022 Post views 760 0
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     Will you be headed to your favorite wetland location for the opening day of the Georgia duck hunting season when it opens on Sat., Nov. 19, asks the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD). ...

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    Categories Farm and Commerce Inspections/Reports Local News Local News Top Stories

    Title UGA researchers study the use of blue light technology to reduce foodborne outbreaks

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    Posted on May 6, 2022 May 6, 2022 Post views 730 0
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    Researchers from the University of Georgia Center for Food Safety are beginning a new study to investigate the effectiveness of antimicrobial blue light technology to reduce the foodborne pathogens that cause food poisoning. When...

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    Categories Local News Local News Money Schools

    Title Putting others first: McCraw, professor emeritus, donates major gift to UWG’s Richards College of Business

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    Posted on July 19, 2021 July 19, 2021 Post views 609 0
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    by Sam Gentry Whether through service in the military or his years as a revered professor at the University of West Georgia, Dr. Joseph “Harrison” McCraw Jr. has always put others first. Now, through an incredible life estate donation of $1...

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    Title Details released for the 2017 ‘Possum Drop’ New Year’s Eve Celebration

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    Posted on April 1, 2017 December 1, 2017 Post views 10244 0
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    Visitors traveling to West Georgia to celebrate New Year’s Eve at the annual Possum Drop New Year’s Eve Celebration in Tallapoosa, Ga will be treated to two nights of entertainment this New Year’s Eve Weekend. On Saturday evening December 30,...

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    Title Georgia Farm Bureau Foundation donates book about farm life to local libraries

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    Posted on April 1, 2017 November 26, 2017 Post views 10786 0
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    The Georgia Farm Bureau (GFB) Foundation for Agriculture is promoting agricultural literacy by donating copies of the children’s book “Sleep Tight Farm” to the 409 libraries in the Georgia Public Library Service (GPLS). The GFB Foundation for...

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    Title WGTC announces 2018 GOAL and RPA winners

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    Posted on April 1, 2017 November 26, 2017 Post views 9862 0
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    West Georgia Technical College named Lauren Birriel, an Associate Degree Nursing student from Sharpsburg, as its 2018 Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership winner and Murphy Campus Clinical Laboratory Technology instructor Dr. Phyllis Ingham as...

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    Title Tanner Health System donates surplus computers to Carroll County Schools

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    Posted on April 1, 2017 January 7, 2018 Post views 10599 0
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    Tanner Health System Donates Surplus Computers to Carroll County Schools Students in Carroll County schools will benefit from a recent donation from Tanner Health System of 62 surplus computers — a mix of desktops and laptops — valued at...

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    Categories Art and Culture

    Title 5 rules for a more organized home in the New Year

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    Posted on April 1, 2017 January 6, 2018 Post views 9813 0
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    (StatePoint) After the hectic holidays, it’s no surprise that many people commit to getting better organized in the new year. There are plenty of reasons why people obsess over organization and resolve to master it year after year. Household...

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    Title How to incorporate learning into your child’s daily routine

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    Posted on April 1, 2017 January 6, 2018 Post views 9646 0
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    StatePoint) Young children don’t need to be in a classroom to learn important skills. And the earlier you get started, the better. Here are some great ways to incorporate fun learning experiences into your child’s day. Bath Time Don’t miss the...

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    Title Elizabeth Parks Driver

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    Posted on June 6, 2025 June 6, 2025 Post views 87 0
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    Elizabeth Parks Driver, age 90, of Temple, Georgia, and most recently residing at Brookdale Assisted Living in Carrollton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 3, 2025. She was a loving wife, devoted mother, cherished grandmother and...

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    Title The Mayor and Council of the City of Villa Rica met on Tuesday, May 13, 2025 during which time Public Comments were heard

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    Posted on June 6, 2025 June 6, 2025 Post views 150 0
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    by Janice Daniel The Mayor and Council of the City of Villa Rica met on Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. for their Regular Monthly meeting at the Holt-Bishop Justice Center, Municipal Courtroom, 101 Main Street.  All Councilmembers were...

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    Categories Local News Schools Top Stories

    Title County school board unanimously votes for and adopts FY2025-2026 Budget of $205.4M; March 2025 financials show revenues over expenditures at $23.1M 

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    Posted on June 6, 2025 June 6, 2025 Post views 127 0
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    by Janice Daniel The Carroll County Board of Education met on Monday, May 12th, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. at 164 Independence Drive, Carrollton, for their monthly Work Session with all Board Members present. A Disciplinary Tribunal Hearing Decision...

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    Title Peggy Eidson Lee

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    Posted on June 2, 2025 June 2, 2025 Post views 208 0
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    Peggy Eidson Lee, 82, of Carrollton, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, May 28, 2025. She was born on October 3, 1942, to the late Merlin Marcus Eidson and Frances “Louise” Walker Eidson. Peggy was a dedicated and active member of Bethesda...

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    Categories Local News Schools Top Stories

    Title CHS ROV team recognized for advancing to international competition

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    Posted on June 2, 2025 June 2, 2025 Post views 265 0
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    The Carrollton High School Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROV) team qualified to compete in the 2025 MATE ROV World Championship and was recognized by Governor Brian Kemp and First Lady Marty Kemp for this outstanding achievement on May 28. The CHS...

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    Categories Farm and Commerce Top Stories

    Title Conor Farese joins Southwire Board of Directors

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    Posted on June 2, 2025 June 2, 2025 Post views 285 0
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    Southwire is pleased to share that its Board of Directors has welcomed Conor Farese, professional designer and strategist, as its newest member. Farese is the first member of the third generation of the Richards family to serve on the board....

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