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Title Carroll County first responders now equipped with Stryker LUCAS 3 chest compression devices
First responders across Carroll County are now better equipped to save lives, thanks to a coordinated effort among local public safety agencies to enhance emergency cardiac care. Through a joint initiative — involving Carroll County Fire...
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Title Sen. Matt Brass joins British Consul General for workforce development tour in Newnan
On Tuesday, May 20, Sen. Matt Brass (R–Newnan) joined British Consul General Rachel Galloway for a workforce development tour and roundtable discussion at the Central Educational Center (CEC) in Newnan. The visit, hosted by CEC CEO Mark Whitlock,...
Title Carroll County Schools honors 2025 valedictorians and salutatorians
Carroll County Schools announced valedictorians and salutatorians today from all five high schools and honored them with a recognition ceremony. Central High School alumnus and physician Dr. Scott Griffin provided the keynote address. ...
Title WGTC Students advance to National FBLA Leadership Conference After Strong Statewide Performance
West Georgia Technical College’s (WGTC) Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Collegiate chapter excelled at the recent Georgia FBLA Collegiate State Leadership Conference in Atlanta, showcasing their knowledge, professionalism, and...
Title Georgia Governor’s Safe Boating Week Proclamation
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp signed a proclamation for May 17-23, 2025 to be declared Safe Boating Week. The proclamation announces the value of Georgia rivers and lakes, and encourages Georgians to spread the message of boating safety. The...
Title WGTC’s Dental Hygiene Class of 2025 achieves 100% pass rate on CRDTS exam
West Georgia Technical College (WGTC) is proud to announce that the Dental Hygiene Class of 2025 achieved a 100% pass rate on the Central Regional Dental Testing Services (CRDTS) exam. As part of the requirement for licensure, the CRDTS exam...
Title Amp Concert Series Returns with Robert Randolph
World-renowned slide guitar player Robert Randolph kicks off Carrollton’s 2025 Amp Concert Series, bringing his funky mix of blues, soul and gospel-tinged rock to Carrollton's premier outdoor venue, May 16 at 8pm. Pedal steel guitarist...
Title Assessor to review Southwire Company’s policies and procedures at Carrollton plants June 2-4
On June 2-4, 2025, an assessor will be on site at the Southwire Copper Rod Plant and Building Wire Plant in Carrollton, GA., to review Southwire’s policies and procedures in conformance with the Copper Mark criteria for responsible production....
Title Carroll County Chamber celebrates newly renamed West Georgia Child Advocacy Center
The Carroll County Chamber of Commerce was proud to host a Ribbon Cutting and Open House for the West Georgia Child Advocacy Center (WGAC), celebrating the organization’s recent name change and continued dedication to protecting children and...
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Title Details released for the 2017 ‘Possum Drop’ New Year’s Eve Celebration
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,...
Title Georgia Farm Bureau Foundation donates book about farm life to local libraries
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
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
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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Title 5 rules for a more organized home in the New Year
(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
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...