Category Archives: Gordon County

DPS encourages motorists to drive responsibly this holiday weekend

DPS encourages motorists to drive responsibly this holiday weekend

Thursday, July 3, 2025–1:00 p.m. -News Release- The Georgia State Patrol (GSP) and Commercial Vehicle Enforcement (CVE), formerly the Motor Carrier Compliance Division, are urging motorists to drive safely and responsibly during the upcoming 78-hour Independence Day holiday travel period. The holiday period begins Thursday, July 3, at 6 p.m. and ends Sunday, July 6,…Continue Reading

Blood donations needed as we head into the Independence Day holiday

Blood donations needed as we head into the Independence Day holiday

Wednesday, July 2, 2025–11:20 a.m. -News Release- With the Fourth of July approaching and trauma cases expected to rise, Blood Assurance is urging donors to step up now. The week surrounding Independence Day is one of the most challenging times for maintaining a stable blood supply. Donation rates drop as people travel, but the demand…Continue Reading

Georgia PSC approves plan to freeze Georgia Power base rates through at least 2028

Georgia PSC approves plan to freeze Georgia Power base rates through at least 2028

Wednesday, July 2, 2025–11:15 a.m. -Georgia Power News Release- The Georgia Public Service Commission has approved a plan to keep Georgia Power’s base rates stable and predictable through at least the end of 2028, with storm costs to be addressed in a separate proceeding. Base rates reflect what customers pay for electricity under the rate…Continue Reading

Calhoun man accused of threatening to shoot GBI agents

Calhoun man accused of threatening to shoot GBI agents

Thursday, June 26, 2025–9:15 a.m. -Georgia Bureau of Investigation- The GBI and the Calhoun Police Department have arrested and charged Casey Herron, age 36, of Calhoun, GA, with Terroristic Threats and Acts. On Sunday, June 22, 2025, Herron contacted the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency (GEMA/HS) and made threats stating he was going…Continue Reading

AAA predicts brisk Independence Day travel

AAA predicts brisk Independence Day travel

Thursday, June 26, 2025–9:10 a.m. -AAA SOUTH- AAA projects 72.2 million Americans will travel domestically during the Independence Day holiday period (Saturday, June 28 to Sunday, July 6). This represents an increase of 1.7 million travelers (2.4%) over last year and 7 million more than in 2019. To better reflect holiday travel trends, AAA’s forecast now accounts for two weekends, capturing…Continue Reading

Georgia Power offereing energy efficiecy tips

Georgia Power offereing energy efficiecy tips

Wednesday, June 25, 2025–9:40 a.m. -News Release- As temperatures and humidity again rise, Georgia Power is committed to helping customers stay cool and manage their energy bills with practical energy efficiency tips and resources. The official start of summer this week marks the perfect time for customers to take advantage of tools and programs designed…Continue Reading

Red Cross issues advice to stay safe during extreme heat

Red Cross issues advice to stay safe during extreme heat

Tuesday, June 24, 2025–9:55 a.m. -Red Cross News Release- With the official start of summer, the American Red Cross of Georgia wants everyone to stay safe this summer. Extreme heat is deadly and kills more people than any other weather event. The Red Cross of Georgia urges everyone to take three critical actions to stay safe: “Knowing…Continue Reading

Georgia gas price average up nine cents

Georgia gas price average up nine cents

Monday, June 23, 2025–8:50 a.m. -AAA South- Georgia gas prices increased by nine cents compared to a week ago. Georgians now pay an average price of $2.95 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline. That’s is a couple of cents higher than a month ago, but still 31 cents lower than this time last year. It…Continue Reading