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...]
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...]
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...]
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...]
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...]
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...]
A home was destroyed by fire on one of the coldest nights of the year. According to Bartow Fire and Emergency Services, crews were dispatched to 13 Colony Court NW, at approximately 9:10 p.m. Tuesday, January 26, 2026. Crews arrived on the scene to find a split-level wood frame structure with heavy fire showing. The [read more...]
10,000+ personnel engaged and ready to support Georgia Power’s restoration effort; Damage assessment and repair to begin as conditions are safe ATLANTA – Jan. 24, 2026 – Winter Storm Fern continues to make its way across the country, entering Georgia Saturday with expected impacts from the massive storm occurring overnight. Georgia Power teams have been preparing over the last [read more...]
ATLANTA – (January 23, 2026) – Governor Brian P. Kemp has declared a statewide State of Emergency ahead of Winter Storm Fern. Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) personnel are preparing for the incoming storm, as sub-freezing temperatures and precipitation are forecast to move through the state this weekend into early next week. To assist [read more...]
The Georgia Chamber Foundation recently released the 2026 Economic Competitiveness Redbook, its most comprehensive collection of statewide economic data and the Foundation’s annual capstone project. Now in its fourth year, the Redbook serves as a key guide to Georgia’s economic achievements and forecasted trends. It helps businesses and lawmakers make informed decisions. The Foundation team [read more...]
