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Georgia student shot and killed by ‘armed intruder’ on college campus
An armed intruder shot and killed a female student on a college campus in Georgia on Saturday, plunging the university into a temporary lockdown.The incident unfolded at around 4pm on Saturday when Kennesaw State University said that a “dispute” broke out in front of the Austin Residence Complex on the Kennsaw Campus of Kennesaw State University.The suspect, identified as Samuel Harris, shot and killed Alasia Franklin, 21, and then fled the scene, KSU Emergency Management said.A shelter in place was ordered at the college campus while law enforcement searched for the suspect.By 4.43pm the suspect was in custody and the...
See the Ruins of an Old Iron Furnace in the Lost City of Etowah
These ruins of an old iron furnace are all that remains of the lost Georgia city of Etowah. From a booming industrial town to Civil War ruins, this area has been left to time. The ruins are open to explore and so is the surrounding forest which makes for an interesting outdoor adventure.
Dixie Speedway welcomes fast cars and loyal fans back home in Woodstock
The intercom announcement kicks off not only the gears of race cars, but also the commencement of a long-awaited family reunion of sorts. On a late Saturday afternoon in April, a large crowd is gathered at Dixie Speedway, an intimate race track nestled in Woodstock. With over 5,000 seats and...
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...
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