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07/02/2025

A Bremen man has been charged with sexual exploitation of children following a task force investigation, according to the Bremen Police Department.

06/25/2025

Krish's family has posted some updates on a CaringBridge page.

The Carrollton Police Department said that Officer Dustin Krish is still recovering in an Atlanta-area hospital.

06/23/2025

🎉 Huge congrats to Tucker Cole, Anna Scudder and Douglas Salter! 🎉

We’re thrilled to share that all three have been named winners in the 2025 Georgia Press Association’s annual Better Newspaper Contest.

🏆 Tucker Cole:
• 1st Place – Sports Coverage
• 1st Place – Special Sections (Football Preview Magazine)
• 3rd Place – Sports Feature

💼 Anna Scudder:
• 1st Place – Business Writing

📊 Douglas Salter:
• 3rd Place – Business Writing

Your outstanding work brings pride to our team and inspires us all. Thank you for your dedication, talent, and passion for journalism. 📚✨

Let’s give them a big round of applause—drop some love in the comments! 👏👇

06/11/2025

Johnson, who takes office Aug. 1, brings 30 years of leadership experience in higher education and the military.

Dr. Christopher "Mike" Johnson has been named president of the University of West Georgia.

06/11/2025

The officer's condition is currently unknown.

A Carrollton police officer was hit while directing traffic on Highway 27 and has been transported by air ambulance to an Atlanta-area hospital, the Carrollton Police Department has confirmed.

06/04/2025

Carroll County Schools released a statement saying the man had not been employed with the school system since 2020.

A former band director at Bay Springs Middle School has been arrested on charges of felony sexual exploitation of children.

05/28/2025

The Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia has named Dr. Christopher “Mike” Johnson as the sole finalist for the role of president of the University of West Georgia.

Dr. Johnson brings over 30 years of leadership experience in higher education and the military, most recently serving as chief of staff at the University of Houston and the UH System.

The Board will take final action no sooner than five days from today, in accordance with USG policy.

We look forward to the next chapter in UWG’s continued momentum! 🐺

Read more: https://www.usg.edu/news/release/finalist_named_for_university_of_west_georgia_president

05/27/2025

🎯 UNTOLD SPORTS STORIES WANTED! 🏅📣

As spring sports wrap up, the Times-Georgian is on the hunt for untold stories from current and former athletes and coaches. 🏆⚽🏀⚾

Whether it's a moment of unstoppable perseverance 💪, a jaw-dropping game you'll never forget 😲, or a behind-the-scenes memory that deserves the spotlight 🌟—we want to hear it!

📬 Got a story to share?
👉 Message us here on Facebook/IG or
📧 Email: [email protected]

Let’s give these stories the recognition they deserve! 📰🔥

05/20/2025

Good Morning Haralson County!

Remember to pick up a paper this week & vote for your favorite .

We are looking forward to this year's Best of Haralson County.

05/20/2025

Good Morning Haralson County!!

Remember to pick up a paper this week & vote for your favorite .

We are looking forward to this years' Best of Haralson County this year.