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Read to Grow volunteer Adam McEntyre helps Allatoona Elementary third-grader Jordan Brown with his sight words during one of their weekly sessions last year.
BCSS seeking volunteers to bring Read to Grow back to full force
Bartow County Schools' Read to Grow program had surpassed its mammoth goal of 500 volunteers by 100 and was firing on all cylinders when the COVID-19 pandemic abruptly shut down the schools last … more
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Cartersville Primary Assistant Principal Katie Vaughan greets a student with a high-five on Cartersville City Schools' first day of school last year.
CCSS plans to return to business as usual for 2021-22 school year
When the bell rings on first day of school next Wednesday, the Cartersville City School System will be eagerly returning to its pre-pandemic operations, with a few protocols still being … more
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No bond reduction for Michigan man facing aggravated assault charges
Cherokee Judicial Circuit Judge Suzanne H. Smith denied a motion to reduce bond for a Michigan man facing aggravated assault charges in Bartow Superior Court Monday morning.Defendant DeShawn Avonte … more
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An inmate labor agreement between the City of Cartersville and Floyd County is set to expire this fall.
Floyd County set to terminate inmate labor contract with City of Cartersville
Barring any sudden reconsiderations, Floyd County is on track to terminate its inmate labor contract with the City of Cartersville this fall. Cartersville City Manager Dan Porta said the local … more
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Cartersville resident Deborah Mosher blows bubbles as she entertains a crowd at the Cartersville Public Library.
BARTOW BIO: Mosher leads bubbly life as children’s entertainer
Deborah Mosher had no idea that what began seven years ago as a ministry would turn into a passion for her.  Mosher uses all kinds of bubbles and costumes to entertain kids at events all … more
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"Spirits on Pine Log Mountain: An Appalachian Community in Georgia, 1830-1940" is situated in the Bartow County gold dome courthouse on the corner of Erwin Street and West Cherokee Avenue. Open through Labor Day, the exhibit highlighting the history of the Pine Log Mountain region is available for the public to view free of charge Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to noon and Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Treasure trove: Pine Log Mountain's rich history takes center stage at gold dome courthouse exhibit
With his ancestors hailing from east Bartow, Etowah Valley Historical Society Vice President Joe Head was extremely interested in helping the "Spirits on Pine Log Mountain: An Appalachian Community … more
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Georgia Department of Public Health data indicates less than 30% of Bartow County residents are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
DPH director says region may not attain herd immunity until spring
As of late July, Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) Northwest District Director Dr. Gary Voccio indicated that COVID-19 positivity rates in the ten-county region — which includes Bartow … more
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Bartow County is pursuing an estimated $2 million project to add more than a mile of sidewalk infrastructure to the Glade Road corridor.
Allatoona sidewalk project meeting slated for Aug. 5
Nearby residents and property owners will get a chance to weigh in on a proposed infrastructure project along the Glade Road corridor on Aug. 5.The meeting regarding the planned Allatoona Community … more
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To date, Bruce Thompson (R, White) has raised more than $250,000 as part of his 2022 labor commissioner campaign.
Thompson’s labor commissioner campaign contributions top $250K
District 14 State Sen. Bruce Thompson (R, White) has raised more than $250,000 as part of his bid to become Georgia’s next labor commissioner, according to filings submitted to the Georgia … more
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Bartow County officials say inflation is impacting numerous public services, including infrastructure and development.
Inflation woes take hold in Bartow County
In June the United States’ inflation rate hit its highest level since August 2008, with consumer price index (CPI) numbers indicating a 5.4% increase compared to 2020’s figures.Overall U.S. … more
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The Etowah Valley Humane Society is located on Ladds Mountain Road in Cartersville.
Etowah Valley Humane Society to celebrate 25 years Monday
Established in the mid-1990s, the Etowah Valley Humane Society will celebrate its silver anniversary Monday. Over the past 25 years, the nonprofit — with the help of area rescue groups and … more
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Candice Broce
Woodland High graduate serves as Division of Family & Children Services’ interim director
Bartow County resident Candice Broce is serving as the interim director of Georgia’s Division of Family & Children Services.Her appointment by Gov. Brian Kemp was issued July 16, the same day … more
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Bartow County Commissioner Steve Taylor approved a millage rate decrease for both incorporated and unincorporated Bartow at a public meeting on Wednesday morning.
Bartow County adopts decreased millage rates
Bartow County Commissioner Steve Taylor approved the adoption of the local government’s 2021 millage rates on Wednesday morning, which sees the rates for incorporated areas of the County decrease … more
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Members of the Emerson City Council gather for Monday evening's public meeting.
Emerson City Council approves alcohol sales referendum
Members of the Emerson City Council voted Monday evening to approve a resolution that would establish a referendum on the package sales of distilled spirits later this year.“In the past, to be able … more
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Assistant English professor Cynthia Davidson explains her course redesign findings, titled "Asking the Right Questions," to some of her peers during Georgia Highlands College's first Best Practices in Teaching Symposium.
GHC faculty redesign courses to improve student experience
The singular goal of a group of faculty members has improved a number of courses for students at Georgia Highlands College.In May, two dozen faculty members presented to administration and peers … more
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