Times-Georgian

10/28/2025

Key projects and community development are at the forefront of both mayoral candidates' platforms.

The race for mayor of Whitesburg is heating up as the incumbent, Amy Reeves Williford, faces challenger Sarah McDonald.

10/27/2025

PLAYER OF THE WEEK

We had lots of fantastic performances last Friday! Your nominees are...

Bowdon Red Devils - QB Joshua Hopkins - Went 9-for-13 passing for 212 yards and six touchdowns in a 68-14 win over Greenville.

Central Lions - WR Avery Tanner - Had three touchdown receptions in a 56-21 win over Griffin to seal the region championship.

Haralson County Rebels - WR/DB Jr. Hutson - Made several key plays including a one-handed catch on the Rebels' final drive and a game-sealing interception in a 34-26 win over Bremen.

Heard County Braves - WR Zaiden Moreland - Had four receptions for 136 yards in a 54-28 win over Model.

Villa Rica Wildcats - RB Emmanuel Ajayi - Rushed for 335 yards and five touchdowns in a 56-35 win over Kennesaw Mountain.

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10/27/2025

Enough with the excuses. Rub some dirt on it. Wipe away the tears. Stand up. Do the hard thing. This isn’t meant to break you — it’s meant to build you.

Let’s be painfully honest.

10/25/2025

10/24/2025

Breaking barriers takes grit, determination, and heart, and Deputy Kirstie Gentry has all three.

Last week, Deputy Gentry made history as the first female to graduate from the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office SWAT School and officially join our Special Response Team (SRT).

Deputy Gentry began her career with the Sheriff’s Office in February 2024, working in the Carroll County Jail while training alongside the SWAT team beginning that April. In September, she entered mandate training at North Central Georgia Law Enforcement Academy, where she graduated on with the second-highest GPA in her class.

Before joining the Sheriff’s Office, Deputy Gentry spent more than five years in EMS, serving her community as a paramedic for four years, a background that continues to strengthen her skill, focus, and calm under pressure.

SWAT School is one of the toughest and most physically demanding training programs a Deputy can face, a test of endurance, teamwork, and mental toughness. Deputy Gentry didn’t just face it, she conquered it.

We are incredibly proud of Deputy Gentry for her perseverance, professionalism, and as a trailblazing example for others. Her accomplishment is proof that with drive and dedication, there are no limits to what can be achieved.

Congratulations, Deputy Gentry, your hard work and courage have opened the door for others to follow. 🖤💙🖤

10/24/2025

Due to a lack of federal funding, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits will not be available starting Nov. 1, the Georgia Department of Human Services announced today.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture recently notified the department that there is not enough funding to cover November SNAP benefits if the federal government shutdown continues.

SNAP recipients can still use existing funds on their EBT cards, but based on current USDA guidance, cards will not work beginning Nov. 1. DHS suggests that recipients shop for needed items now. EBT card balances can be verified via the ConnectEBT website or app. The ConnectEBT app can be downloaded on Android or Apple devices from the device’s app store.

SNAP benefits are 100% federally funded. The state Department of Human Services disburses the benefits to eligible households.

The department asks that recipients who have already applied for SNAP not submit additional applications, as doing so will not affect when or how benefits are issued.

The department said it understands the importance of SNAP benefits to Georgia families and is closely monitoring the situation.

For the latest information, visit dhs.georgia.gov.

10/24/2025

A few years ago, Robyn Porter noticed her students’ love for gaming, but realized that it was disconnected from their school life. Villa Rica High School Ithica Elementary School

Villa Rica High School computer science teacher Robyn Porter is the Carroll County Schools Teacher of the Year.

10/23/2025

Sadly, Mallymkun had a rough life before coming to the shelter. She’s a little shy when you first approach, but if you go easy with her, she loves to be petted.

Meet Mallymkun! She’s a beautiful tabico girl who is 1 year old.

10/22/2025

A Carroll County native, Judge Dustin Hightower is a graduate of Central High School and earned his bachelor’s degree in business management, cm laude, from the University of West Georgia.

Judge Dustin Hightower of the West Georgia Judicial Circuit is serving as president of the Council of Superior Court Judges of Georgia.

10/22/2025

According to the University of Georgia’s State Extension Office, beef cattle are raised in every county in the state. But how much Georgia beef makes it onto the plate of Americans?

The fourth annual Carroll County Cattlemen’s Association Beef Festival was held on Saturday to celebrate all things beef in Carroll County.

10/22/2025

Big thanks to Mason Tractor Company for donating the fantastic door prize won by our managing editor, Rebecca Leftwich, at the Farm-City Harvest Dinner! Your support for the Carroll County Chamber and our community is truly appreciated.

10/21/2025

PLAYER OF THE WEEK

It was tough to choose from our three winning teams last Friday, but your nominees are...

Carrollton Trojans - RB Cam Wood - Rushed for 106 yards and three touchdowns in a 50-23 win over East Coweta.

Central Lions - WR Alanson Simmons - Had six receptions for 102 yards and two touchdowns and had an interception on defense in a 49-7 win over Harris County.

Heard County Braves - DL Max Lasseter - Led the team with 12 total tackles (four solo) and added half a sack in a 28-8 win over Bremen.

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