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Community Leader and Cable Industry Pioneer Jon Oscher Passes Away at 93

CARTERSVILLE, GA — February 20, 2026 — It is with great sadness that the family of Jon Oscher announces his passing on Thursday, February 19, 2026. A visionary entrepreneur, dedicated philanthropist, and pillar of the Cartersville community, Mr. Oscher leaves behind a legacy defined by his passion for education, the arts, and the advancement of [read more...]

By |2026-02-20T11:06:44-05:00February 20th, 2026|General|Comments Off on Community Leader and Cable Industry Pioneer Jon Oscher Passes Away at 93

Adairsville Man Pleads Guilty to Manslaughter In Shooting Death of His Mother

An Adairsville man charged with the shooting death of his mother is sentenced in Bartow Superior Court. Thirty-five-year-old, William David Fletcher of Adairsville entered a guilty plea in Bartow Superior Court Tuesday.  Fletcher pleaded guilty to manslaughter for the 2022 shooting death of his mother, sixty-one-year-old Kelly Fletcher.  Medical officials say the drug Kratom combined [read more...]

By |2026-02-17T17:07:19-05:00February 17th, 2026|General|Comments Off on Adairsville Man Pleads Guilty to Manslaughter In Shooting Death of His Mother

BARTOW COUNTY 2026 OPERATING BUDGET

Bartow 2026 Budget Bartow County Commissioner Steve Taylor will conduct a Public Hearing at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 17, 2026,  to discuss the County’s proposed operating budget for Fiscal Year 2026. The hearing will be held in the Commissioner’s Conference/Hearing Room in the Frank Moore Administration Building located at 135 W. Cherokee Avenue, Cartersville, [read more...]

By |2026-02-16T09:14:57-05:00February 16th, 2026|General|Comments Off on BARTOW COUNTY 2026 OPERATING BUDGET

Former National Guardsman And Adairsville Resident Sentenced for Child Enticement

ROME, Ga. - William Eric Cooper has been sentenced to ten years in federal prison for attempting to entice a minor to produce sexually explicit images. “Cooper is a predator who deserves this significant sentence,” said U.S. Attorney Theodore S. Hertzberg. “Through quick and excellent work, our law enforcement partners rescued an exploited child, exposed [read more...]

By |2026-02-09T19:59:52-05:00February 9th, 2026|General|Comments Off on Former National Guardsman And Adairsville Resident Sentenced for Child Enticement

Congressman Barry Loudermilk Announces Decision Not To Seek Re-Election

Rep. Loudermilk Statement on Future Plans Washington, D.C. (February 4, 2026) | Rep. Barry Loudermilk (R-GA) issued the following statement: “Serving the people of Northwest Georgia in the U.S. House of Representatives is a tremendous honor; and throughout my six terms, I have focused on upholding the Constitution and representing the values of the Eleventh Congressional [read more...]

By |2026-02-04T17:35:13-05:00February 4th, 2026|General|Comments Off on Congressman Barry Loudermilk Announces Decision Not To Seek Re-Election

Two Vehicle Accident Stalls Traffic on Highway 293 Wednesday Morning

Traffic had to be rerouted due to a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of Highway 293 and Sorrento Drive early Wednesday morning.  According to preliminary reports, a collision occurred between a Chevrolet pickup truck and a Kia K5 sedan. The pickup truck was traveling south on Highway 293 as the Kia was traveling east on [read more...]

By |2026-02-04T17:26:47-05:00February 4th, 2026|General|Comments Off on Two Vehicle Accident Stalls Traffic on Highway 293 Wednesday Morning

Traffic Shifting Thursday to Old Alabama Road Roundabout

  WHAT: Weather permitting, traffic on Old Alabama Road and State Route 61 will shift to a temporary alignment of the new roundabout. The shift is part of the widening of Old Alabama Road, which is scheduled to be completed in late 2026. Motorists should drive slowly through the work zone and watch for crews that [read more...]

By |2026-02-02T16:06:44-05:00February 2nd, 2026|General|Comments Off on Traffic Shifting Thursday to Old Alabama Road Roundabout

Cartersville Fire Department Receives Medical First Responder Service License

The Cartersville Fire Department (CFD) has officially received its Medical First Responder (MFR) Service License from the Georgia Department of Public Health, Office of EMS and Trauma, marking a significant milestone in the department’s ability to deliver advanced emergency medical care. This license recognizes the Cartersville Fire Department as an authorized EMS agency and allows [read more...]

By |2026-02-02T14:14:04-05:00February 2nd, 2026|General|Comments Off on Cartersville Fire Department Receives Medical First Responder Service License

New Brand Cartersville-Bartow County Chamber of Commerce

Cartersville-Bartow County Chamber of Commerce Unveils New Brand Reflecting Growth, Collaboration, and Community Momentum Cartersville, GA — January 30, 2026 — The Cartersville-Bartow County Chamber of Commerce proudly unveiled a new brand identity designed to reflect the organization’s evolution, expanded impact, and forward-looking vision for the region’s business community. Revealed during an exclusive event, the [read more...]

By |2026-01-30T10:24:09-05:00January 30th, 2026|General|Comments Off on New Brand Cartersville-Bartow County Chamber of Commerce

2026 Tax Filing Season Opens With Several Free Filing Options Available

The 2026 tax filing season officially kicked off this week, and the IRS is now accepting and processing federal income tax returns for the 2025 tax year. Taxpayers have several options for filing electronically, with some free options available depending on income level. Free filing options IRS Free File offers eligible taxpayers with an Adjusted Gross [read more...]

By |2026-01-30T10:18:15-05:00January 30th, 2026|General|Comments Off on 2026 Tax Filing Season Opens With Several Free Filing Options Available