ATLANTA – The Georgia House of Representatives’ Committee on Assignments named State Representative Mitchell Scoggins (R-Cartersville) as the Chairman of the House Special Rules Committee. “I’m honored and humbled to serve as Chairman of the Special Rules Committee,” said Rep. Scoggins. “Thank you, Speaker Burns.” The House Committee on Assignments, chaired by House [read more...]
NEWS RELEASE ON HOMESTEAD EXEMPTION FROM BARTOW COUNTY TAX COMMISSIONER, STEVE STEWART DEADLINE TO FILE: APRIL 1, 2025 All new homeowners are eligible to apply for Homestead Exemption if you own and occupy your home on January 1. You cannot receive homestead exemption on any other home you own. If you purchased a new home [read more...]
Thursday, January 9, 2025 ATLANTA – Governor Brian P. Kemp today declared a statewide State of Emergency, effective immediately through Tuesday, January 14, 2025, in preparation for the approaching winter storm expected to impact Georgia beginning this Friday. The State of Emergency authorizes the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency (GEMA/HS) to activate the [read more...]
Georgians, take steps now to protect your home from winter damage ATLANTA, Ga. (January 8, 2025) – With the season’s most frigid temperatures on the way, AAA reminds homeowners and renters that preparing for inclement weather is essential to avoiding wintertime repairs. Prolonged periods of below-freezing temperatures can wreak havoc on a home’s heating [read more...]
Press Release Cartersville City School Board (CCSB) understands the necessity of prioritizing a strong learning environment and meaningful experience for students and staff while also diligently maintaining fiscal responsibility. For decades, CCSB has held both principles in an intricate balance through listening and seeking to support our community’s highest good. It is with this same [read more...]
Press Release The Bartow County Board of Education intends to opt out of the statewide adjusted base year ad valorem homestead exemption for Bartow County School System. All concerned citizens are invited to the public hearing on this matter to be held at Bartow County Board of Education located at 65 Gilreath Road Cartersville, GA [read more...]
ATLANTA, Ga. (December 20, 2024)—AAA will help stranded motorists while keeping impaired drivers off the road this holiday season. On Tuesday night, the Auto Club Group will activate its Tow to Go program in Georgia and other select states. “At the moment when you're tempted to get behind the wheel while impaired, think again and [read more...]
"Before his passing, Commissioner Bruce Thompson established an Emergency Interim Successor Plan and entrusted me with the honor of serving as his Interim Successor," said GDOL Chief of Staff Louis DeBroux."The department’s operations continue to run seamlessly without interruption, building upon the incredible success of the past two years in turning around a previously struggling [read more...]
CARTERSVILLE, GEORGIA – December 6, 2024 The City of Cartersville is pleased to announce the appointment of David Archer Jr. as the new Director of Parks and Recreation. Archer brings extensive experience in athletic administration and program development, making him well-qualified to lead the city’s eForts in enhancing recreational services and community engagement. Archer has [read more...]
10 individuals and organizations honored in celebration of Georgia’s creative community Dr. Randell E. Trammell Dr. Randell E. Trammell, a leader in youth and civic engagement, founded the Georgia Center for Civic Engagement and holds numerous leadership roles across civic and educational boards. Trammell has been honored with awards like the Bill Bolling Nonprofit Leader [read more...]
