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REPORT: Pills, other drugs found during White River Road traffic stop
A Rockmart-area man was jailed over the weekend after a traffic stop on White River Road on early Saturday morning ended with officers discovering pills and other drugs during a search of his vehicle, according to reports. Polk County Police got behind Johnny Shane Estes, 54, of a Rockmart-area address a quarter past midnight on […] The post REPORT: Pills, other drugs found during White River Road traffic stop appeared first on Polk Today.
Around Town: New Twist in Apartment Boom: "All-Inclusive" Offer. Mall Losing 2 Shops
One of Northwest Georgia’s newest apartment complexes is leasing with amenities including wi-fi, “valet” trash collection, elevators and two dog parks. 175 Main is just behind the “mega” Kroger off East Main Street in Cartersville, close to the I-75 interchange. It is the latest joint project from Charles Williams Real Estate Investment Corp. and Ledbetter Properties. Some 200 luxury apartments are under roof with one-, two- and three-bedroom options. Lease...
Georgia State Patrol Reports 33 DUI Arrests After Concert in Rome
The Georgia State Patrol arrested 33 people on charges of driving under the influence in Floyd and Bartow counties on Friday and Saturday nights. This past weekend several thousand people attended the Rock the Country concert at Kingston Downs, with headliners Kid Rock on Friday night and Jason Aldean on Saturday night. According to the Sgt. Doug Shamblin of the GSP, they made a concentrated effort over the weekend to...
GA Chamber Forecast: Growth and Growing Pains Across the State
The Rome Floyd Chamber heard a familiar story in a presentation from the Georgia Chamber of Commerce regarding the economic future of the state and our region. Expect growth, accompanied by a not-insignificant amount of growing pains, Georgia Chamber President and CEO Chris Clark said during a trip to Rome last week with his team. “Companies that are changing the global economy love rural Georgia,” Clark said. “And unlike previous...
Despite Early Voting Uptick, Turnout In Floyd County Still Low
Voting picked up Friday before the end of the early voting period for a primary that will determine two of Floyd County’s constitutional officers — sheriff and clerk of court. Locally, two positions will essentially be filled in the Republican primary. The incumbent sheriff, Dave Roberson, is being challenged by veteran law enforcement officer Robbie Whitfield, and the incumbent clerk, Barbara Penson, is up against Mary Hardin Thornton of the Rome Finance Department. There are no Democrats running so the winners will appear alone on...
Mail Service Delays Could Impact Absentee Ballots in Floyd
Continuing issues within the United States Postal Service have prompted Floyd County’s elections director to encourage absentee voters to deliver their ballot to the elections office drop box to ensure delivery. “On behalf of the Floyd County election office, we apologize for any issues you may encounter with mail delays,” said Election Supervisor Akyn Beck. “We appreciate your cooperation while we do our best to mitigate delays beyond our control and outside our scope of practice.” ...
Eight is the magic number for LHS Baseball Red Devils
For the Loganville High School baseball program, tradition never graduates. The Red Devils won their eighth overall state championship Friday in thrilling fashion with a 4-3 comeback win against Cartersville in game three of the series. LHS had trailed 3-0 after the top of the first inning. It was the third consecutive state championship for the Diamond Devils. Photo credit: Brett Fowler | Brett Fowler Photography.
Bartow County Deputy and K9 Receive Valor Award; Kidnapping Suspect Killed in DeKalb County Standoff
A Bartow County Deputy and his K9 partner have been honored with the Valor Award following a significant incident in Cartersville, while a separate standoff in DeKalb County resulted in the death of a kidnapping suspect. The Cartersville incident took place last month when Deputy James Harris and his K9...
GALLERY: Past report details Cedartown accomplishments as decade closed
Amid National Preservation Month being recognized in May (along with many others,) the City of Cedartown took a few minutes out of their time to recognize the importance and consistent support for preserving local history via the Polk County Historical Society. Arleigh Johnson, the PCHS Director, was on-hand to receive the honor and provided her […] The post GALLERY: Past report details Cedartown accomplishments as decade closed appeared first on Polk Today.
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