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10/07/2025

GAME WINNING TOUCHDOWN! Cartersville High School alum and current Jacksonville Jaguars QB #16 Trevor Lawrence had an electric Monday night! ⚡️

Not only did he score the game winning touchdown against the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday Night Football, but it was also his birthday! 🎉

What a way to celebrate! 🏈💜

The Jaguars now improve on the season to 4-1.

Watch Trevor’s game winning touchdown!

10/04/2025

Canes won 56 - 28 FINAL

10/03/2025

🏈 PREDICTIONS:
Cartersville vs Cass TONIGHT @ 7:30pm
Who you got and What’s the score?

10/01/2025

: Some have speculated they were racing, but one victim's mom says that's not the case.

09/20/2025

: Bartow County School System Responds to Incident Involving Substitute Bus Driver

The Bartow County School System confirmed Friday that a substitute bus driver was immediately removed from duty following an incident that led to their arrest.

According to a statement from the district, the driver was taken off the assigned route late in the afternoon. Officials emphasized that no students were injured.

Families of students assigned to Bus 116 were notified right away, and alternative transportation was arranged to ensure children made it home safely.

The Bartow County Sheriff’s Office is now conducting a full investigation, while the school system has launched its own internal review.

“The safety and well-being of our students remain our highest priority,” the statement read. “While we are limited in what we can share at this time, we appreciate your understanding and will provide updates as appropriate.”

09/19/2025

: Bartow County Government Responds to Concerns Over Animal Control and Rescue Practices.

09/18/2025

: Cartersville Elementary Investigates Report of Student Bringing Gun to School

Administrators at Cartersville Elementary School were alerted on the evening of Wednesday, September 17, to the possibility that a student had brought a firearm onto campus earlier that day.

School officials immediately contacted the Cartersville Police Department, which launched an investigation. Police later confirmed that the incident did occur.

According to investigators, there was no indication that the student intended to cause harm. However, both police and school administrators have stated that the matter will continue to be addressed through legal channels and school disciplinary procedures.

Authorities emphasized that student safety remains their top priority as the investigation moves forward.

09/16/2025

🚨🎉 Parade Week in Cartersville! 🎉🚨

📅 Tues, Sept. 16 – Cass High Homecoming 🏈
📅 Thurs, Sept. 18 – Cartersville High Homecoming 🏈
📅 Sat, Sept. 20 – Kiddie Day Parade 👧👦

⏰ Times: 6PM (Tues & Thurs) | 8:30AM (Sat)
📍 Downtown Cartersville

🚧 Expect road closures + delays.

09/14/2025

: Following the assassination earlier this week on Charlie Kirk, Pastor James Griffin of Crosspoint Church in Cartersville shares his perspective on the 31 year old husband and believer in Christ and offers guidance on how Christians should respond.

How should Christians respond when the world feels darker than ever? In this special episode of The Pursuit with James Griffin, recorded on September 11, Pas...

09/09/2025

: Cartersville Man Arrested on Child Abuse Charges

On September 1, 2025, the Cartersville Police Department received a report from a mandated reporter regarding suspected child abuse. Following an investigation, the department’s Criminal Investigations Division arrested Quisean Witherspoon on September 9, 2025.

Witherspoon has been charged with Aggravated Battery and Cruelty to Children in the First Degree. He is currently being held at the Bartow County Sheriff’s Office.

Authorities say the case remains an active investigation. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Cartersville Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division at 770-387-5690.

09/06/2025

🏈 4A Cass 35 defeats 6A North Cobb 27 tonight.

09/06/2025

What a battle at Weinman Stadium tonight, this game went the distance and wrapped up at 1:00 AM with Cartersville pulling out a 38–35 win over Calhoun.

WHAT A GAME!

FINAL: Calhoun Athletics 35 Cartersville Canes Touchdown Club 38