It’s been four years since COVID-19 did its worst in Georgia with Bartow County being one of the first epicenters suffering its wrath. The virus attacked churches first and the…
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Super Bowl in Cartersville
Watching the Super Bowl with food and friends is an American tradition and there is no lack of enthusiasm in Cartersville for the game. It’s one of those times when…
Georgians Must Deal With Rising Energy Costs
People are currently going through sticker shock when it comes to their electric and gas bills. Many across the country have been posting online about how much the cost has…
6 Creative Valentine’s Day Ideas That Will Sweep Your Love Off Their Feet
Valentine’s Day can cause some stress for those trying to surprise their spouse or date with something special. Fortunately, in this area, you have a range of activities that come…
Flu hits Georgia
This winter has been a sicker one than most remember with practically everyone knowing someone who has had either a severe cold, flu, COVID, or some other type of illness….
Animal Shelters Face a National Crisis
Those scrolling social media in recent months may notice an uptick in pleas from rescue groups and animal shelters to save dogs and cats on the euthanasia list. The truth…
Property Assessment Bill Raises Questions of Local Services Funding
A bill that aims to provide property tax relief by limiting assessments is pending in the Senate Finance Committee amid concerns from the Georgia School Boards Association (GSBA) that it…
Egg Candling Class Coming to Bartow
From UGA Extension Bartow County We have scheduled an Egg Candling Class: CARTERSVILLE, GEORGIA (BARTOW COUNTY) WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20th, 2024 OLIN TATUM AGRICULTURE BUILDING 320 WEST CHEROKEE AVENUE CARTERSVILLE, GA…
Truck and trailer set grass fires for miles
On January 5, 2023 this truck pulling a trailer full of pallets was dragging on the roadway causing grass fires to ignite all along US 411/GA 20 from Bartow County…
Bill Offers Bathroom Exclusivity to Two Genders
Rep. Mitchell Scoggins (R – Bartow County) introduced a bill on the first day of the Georgia General Assembly Monday that would separate boys and girls in restrooms and other…