Category Archives: Bartow County

Georgia gas prices fall by 6 cents a gallon

Georgia gas prices fall by 6 cents a gallon

Monday, October 20, 2025–10:40 a.m. -AAA South- Georgia drivers are pumping the brakes on rising costs as gas prices fall for the second week in a row. The state average is now 6 cents lower than last week, giving drivers some welcome relief at the pump. As of Monday, the statewide average stands at $2.81 per gallon, a…Continue Reading

Georgia gas prices dip

Georgia gas prices dip

Monday, October 13, 2025–10:35 a.m. -AAA South- As fall settles over the Peach State, Georgia motorists are enjoying a modest break at the gas pump. Over the past weekend, the average price for regular unleaded gasoline dipped slightly, reflecting national trends of steady supply and tempered demand. As of Monday, the statewide average stands at…Continue Reading

[Video] Skills Challenge for high school students coming to Rome on Nov. 4

[Video] Skills Challenge for high school students coming to Rome on Nov. 4

Sunday, October 12, 2025–3:26 p.m. -News Release- The Associated General Contractors of Georgia (AGC Georgia) is partnering with Duffey Southeast, Inc. and RaLin to host construction students from high schools in 14 local counties for the Northwest Georgia Skills Challenge. The event will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 4, beginning at 8:00 a.m. at the…Continue Reading

[Interview} Dr. Gary Voccio discusses COVID-19, flu vaccines

[Interview} Dr. Gary Voccio discusses COVID-19, flu vaccines

Thursday, October 9, 2025–11:20 a.m. -Staff reports- Earlier this week, it was announced that the Georgia Department of Public Health has begun administering COVID-19 vaccinations at health departments throughout Georgia based on the current vaccine supply. Those interested in getting the vaccine should call their local health department to be sure they have the vaccine…Continue Reading

DPH administering COVID-19 vaccines ahead of respiratory season

DPH administering COVID-19 vaccines ahead of respiratory season

Wednesday, October 8, 2025–9:20 a.m. -Georgia Department of Public Health- Following the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) approval of last month’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices recommendations, the Georgia Department of Public Health has begun administering COVID-19 vaccinations at health departments throughout Georgia based on the current vaccine supply. Health departments have additionally…Continue Reading

Lane closure on I-75 in Bartow County on Tuesday

Lane closure on I-75 in Bartow County on Tuesday

Monday, October 6, 2025–5:10 p.m. -Georgia Department of Transportation- Weather permitting, Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) maintenance crews will close the right southbound lane and shoulder of I-75 in Bartow County today. The closure will allow for the repair of a portion of the shoulder between mileposts 292 and 291. Motorists should expect delays and…Continue Reading

Georgia gas prices creep upward

Georgia gas prices creep upward

Monday, October 6, 2025–11:10 a.m. -AAA South- The Georgia gas price average is quietly edging higher, reminding drivers that even small increases can add up at the pump. Georgians now pay an average price of $2.89 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline, which can change overnight.  As of Monday, the state average is 2 cents higher than…Continue Reading

Georgia Department of Labor mobilizes resources to support federal employees during government shutdown 

Georgia Department of Labor mobilizes resources to support federal employees during government shutdown 

Saturday, October 4, 2025–6:00 p.m. -News Release- The Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL) is mobilizing resources to ensure Georgia’s more than 110,000 federal workers can quickly access benefits, services, and guidance during the ongoing federal government shutdown.   “The Georgia Department of Labor is committed to supporting every worker affected by the federal government shutdown,” said…Continue Reading

[Interview] Blake Tillery, Candidate for Georgia Lt. Governor

[Interview] Blake Tillery, Candidate for Georgia Lt. Governor

Wednesday, October 1, 2025–10:15 a.m. -Staff reports- The race for Lt. Governor is already heating up, although we are more than 7 months away from the May Primary. Georgia State Senator Blake Tillery is seeking the Republican nomination for Lt. Governor in a crowded field that also includes Georgia Senate President Pro Tem John Kennedy,…Continue Reading

AAA: Fall brings cooler temps and lower pump prices in Georgia

AAA: Fall brings cooler temps and lower pump prices in Georgia

Monday, September 29, 2025–12:10 p.m. -AAA South- The Georgia gas price average is getting a little relief at the pump this fall, as gas prices continue to drop alongside the falling leaves.  Georgians now pay an average price of $2.87 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline, which can change overnight. Monday’s state average is 3 cents lower…Continue Reading