A recent study by the University System of Georgia (USG) reveals that the University of West Georgia contributed more than $633.4 million to the local, regional and state economy in the 2022 fiscal year (July 1, 2021, through June 30,...
Three Public Hearings to be held:Monday, August 7th at noon and 6 p.m.Monday, August 21st 5:30 p.m. The Carroll County Board of Education has announced its intention to increase the 2023 property taxes it will levy this year by 12.73% over the...
Southwire is proud to celebrate Nancy Richards Farese, board member, shareholder and daughter of Southwire founder, Roy Richards Sr., who has been named as one of 10 outstanding women leaders who make up the 2023 class of Women in Manufacturing...
The fourth Carrollton Half Marathon will take place on September 23 and organizers are inviting runners to register now. "The 2023 Carrollton Half Marathon is almost here,” said Race Director and SoleRoots Running Co. owner, Tyler Woodard....
Carrollton’s Amp Concert Series rolls on with alternative rockers Sister Hazel, August 5 at 8pm. The popular band – named for Sister Hazel Williams, who ran a homeless shelter in the group’s native Gainesville, Florida – blends jangle pop and...
On July 15, Southwire’s Project GIFT hosted its annual Back to School Giveaway at Midway Church in Villa Rica, Ga., distributing more than 2,200 bags of school supplies to community members. The event was drive-thru style, allowing...
Test scores just released by the Georgia Department of Education show a focus on STEM education is paying dividends for Carroll County Schools. By placing an emphasis on STEM education, Carroll County Schools saw increases in both mathematics and...