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Lightbulb Moments: With Matthews Electric
Each month we try to deliver a little electrical safety tidbit to help avoid any shocking disasters in and around your home and this month we want to focus on extension cords. We all find ourselves in situations where we need them, but many make the mistake of using them as long-term extensions of the household electrical system. This kind of continuous use can result in an electrical shock or fire hazard as the cords deteriorate over time, so it is extremely important to avoid long-term use.
2 wanted for double shooting at Paulding County apartments, police say
DALLAS, Ga. - Police in Paulding County are searching for two men believed to be connected to a double shooting at an apartment complex in Dallas. Officials say the shooting happened around 10:46 p.m. on June 1 at the Dallas Terrace Apartments on the 300 block of Old Acworth Road.
VOTE 2024: Early voting now open for next week’s runoff race
Early voting is now underway at the Cedartown and Rockmart precincts for the week ahead of run-off elections to determine who will be serving in new terms in County Commission seats. Voters who previously participated in the GOP primary can head back to the polls until 5:30 p.m. today, and during business hours through the […] The post VOTE 2024: Early voting now open for next week’s runoff race appeared first on Polk Today.
Paris Mountain Vineyards celebrates anniversary event starts at noon
A lot of fun is happening today at Paris Mountain Vineyards who are celebrating their The county’s first grape growers producing wine in Polk County opened its doors in June 2023 as Scott and Susan Dodson completed a project several years in the making. Ever since, the pair have offered up weekend events to draw […] The post Paris Mountain Vineyards celebrates anniversary event starts at noon appeared first on Polk Today.
Floyd County Voters Weigh In On Election Policies
Over 60% of Floyd County Republicans would like to see tougher voting restrictions while close to 90% of local Democrats want to make it easier to cast a ballot. At least that’s according to poll questions asked by the state parties during the May 21 primary election. Three of the eight questions on the Republican ballot dealt with voting issues. Just one on the Democratic ballot did, but it was more comprehensive in nature. ...
Polk County EMA seeking new volunteers for CERT Team
The following release was provided by the Polk County Emergency Management Agency for publication. – KtE Polk County Emergency Management Agency is looking for dedicated volunteers to support the local EMA program. There are many ways to get involved especially before a disaster occurs. The main way you can get involved in Polk County is […] The post Polk County EMA seeking new volunteers for CERT Team appeared first on Polk Today.
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