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Mr. Tony Tex Truett, age 78, of Bremen, passed away March 2, 2025 with his family by his side. He was born March 19, 1946 in Tallapoosa, to the late Claude Truett and Louise Gilbert Truett.
Mr. Larry Frank Dobbs, Sr., age 82, of Tallapoosa, passed away Feb. 24, 2025. He was born Sept. 7, 1942 in Gulfport, Mississippi.
Democrats are raising an alarm about what they call a “constitutional crisis.” If there is one, they should know because they are to blame for it. That’s because their party, since the days of Franklin Roosevelt, have been violating the boundaries and restrictions on government set forth in …
What is Lent? Do you know? Lent is a period of time between Ash Wednesday and Easter when Christians give up something as a sign of penitence and self-denial.
My son and I have enjoyed many concerts together over the years, but last Friday’s concert of Foster the People at Atlanta’s Tabernacle venue was one we have waited for nearly a decade to attend. It did not disappoint.
In today’s world, technology progresses at lightning speed. What was ground breaking five to ten years ago is now obsolete.
Jerry Wayne Hudgins, age 73, of Buchanan, passed away on Feb. 24, 2025 at his residence.
The Temple city council authorized the change order for the Williams Mill Creek interceptor project for a total of $500,000.
The West Georgia Technical College Foundation has awarded 71 individual scholarships collectively worth nearly $60,000 for the spring 2025 semester.
Knotted up 6-6 in the bottom of the seventh inning in one of the area’s fiercest rivalries, it all came down to a simple bunt Friday night.
Heard County High School hosted the Georgia Athletic Coaches Association (GACA) state weightlifting championships on Saturday, and several local teams brought home plenty of hardware.
With the assistance of Carrollton High School head wrestling coach Nick White, the Times-Georgian has compiled the all-area wrestling honors for the 2024-25 season.
Mr. Leon McFarling, age 66, of Bremen, passed away on Feb. 15, 2025. Final arrangements to be announced at a later date by Willie A. Watkins Funeral Home Carrollton Chapel. 770-836-0044.
Mr. Jack Dwyane Williams, age 89, of Waco, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Feb. 21, 2025. He was born Nov. 11, 1935 in Tallapoosa, to the late George Williams and Ruth Chandler Williams. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Claire Wil…
If you haven’t been to the Taste of Chocolate, you should make it a priority to attend this year.
“Why Try? I know why/This feeling inside says it’s time I was gone/Clear head, life ahead/It’s time I was king now not just one more pawn.”
Patricia Smith Lovvorn of Tallapoosa passed from this world and into the arms of Jesus on Friday, Feb. 21, 2025. She was surrounded by her loving family just as she desired.
Jim Frank McBrayer entered the presence of the Lord on Feb. 21, 2025, at the age of 92.
Haralson County Schools Superintendent Dr. Jerry Bell speaks to students at the College and Career Academy’s “Ag for All” Day, organized by the FFA club. The event featured partners from Carroll EMC, Georgia Farm Bureau, 2B Cattle Co., the Georgia Forestry Commission, the Georgia Mobile Dair…
Mr. Charles Ramer Ridley Jr., age 44, of Tallapoosa, passed away Feb. 6, 2025. He was born Dec. 18, 1980, in Rome, Georgia to the late Charles and Janet Brown Ridley, Sr. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his grandparents, Jerry Pete and Geraldine Brown, Sr., and Hal an…
Heard County High School is set to host the Georgia Athletic Coaches Association (GACA) state weightlifting championships this Saturday.
Randy John Smith, age 73 of Bremen, passed away at his home on Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025.
West Georgia baseball beat the Bobcats of Ohio 4-3 at Cole Field, securing the Wolves their second series win of the year.
A game-winning touchdown. It’s what many dream of but very few live to accomplish.
The GHSA traditional wrestling state championships took place last weekend, and multiple athletes from the Times-Georgian coverage area were crowned state champions in their respective weight classes.
The Bowdon Red Devils overcame an early 3-0 deficit at home on Thursday to defeat the Haralson County Rebels, 16-6, in six innings.
Head football coach Joel Taylor didn’t look far when he filled his offensive coordinator vacancy, announcing today the promotion of Austin Davis to serve as UWG’s offensive coordinator.
The Rapha Clinic of West Georgia is hosting its fifth annual ‘Fore Your Health’ Golf Tournament to benefit the nonprofit, faith-based charity in April.
When White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt announced last week that the briefing room is now open to reporters for “new media,” including podcasters and websites, she was acknowledging the power and reach of these outlets, which was demonstrated in the last election when President Tru…
For several months I’ve been searching for a hobby that can fill some idle hours, maybe minutes, and could be portable.
I often say that history is everywhere. Whether it be a small town shop or ancient ruins, history can be found literally around every corner.
My introduction to the music of The Grateful Dead was probably through their 1987 hit single “Touch of Grey”. The video brought novices to the Dead up to speed with its skeleton marionettes and the song’s refrain of “I will get by, I will survive” repeated as the chorus throughout the song. …
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — The men’s track team for West Georgia competed again today in the UAB Green and Gold Invitational, after competing at UAB yesterday.
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — The UWG women’s track and field team carried the momentum of yesterday’s record-breaking day into the Green and Gold Invitational hosted by UAB. The Invitational was highlighted by multiple record-setting runs.
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Despite a sluggish first half, the West Georgia Women’s Basketball team pulled out a gutsy win, 56-49 against conference foe Queens on Saturday in Charlotte, North Carolina.
No. 6 Model got 50 points from its seniors in their final game at Woodard Gym, as the Blue Devils won their sixth consecutive game to close out the regular season with a 71-51 win over the No. 3 Temple Tigers on Friday night.
Mr. Christopher Charles Johnson, age 58, of Tallapoosa, passed away Jan. 29, 2025.
The Bremen Middle School girls basketball team finished the season undefeated and champions of the West Georgia Middle School Athletics Conference 2A league tournament. Bremen finished with a record of 14-0 and defeated Central Middle School on Jan. 27 in the championship game. Pictured left…
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — UWG men’s basketball took it to the Royals in the first period, going into halftime tied up at 28 a piece. However, an explosive second half by the hosts in which they outscored the Wolves 59-40, carried Queens to an 87-68 conference victory.
FLORENCE, Ala. — A slow first quarter was too much to overcome on the road for the UWG women’s basketball team on Saturday night as the Wolves fell 82-73 to the North Alabama Lions in Atlantic Sun Conference play.
Temple’s boys basketball team remained undefeated in region play, fending off a gritty performance by the the Heard County Braves in a 57-50 decision.
Heard County’s girls basketball team put on a clinic for full-court defense in the second quarter on Friday, smothering Temple and leading the team to a 51-37 region win.
Jammie Melissa Craven, age 46, of Bremen, passed away on Jan. 30, 2025.
Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix, the fourth album by French independent (indie) pop group Phoenix, was released May 25, 2009.
In even the smallest of southern towns you will see the color haint blue on many homes. Whether it be peeking beneath porch overhangs, or covering front doors, this hue is a trend that has never faded over the years.
Recently a friend told me about a service she and her husband attended before Christmas on the Winter Solstice. The service entitled, The Longest Night, was a service of lament. Does it seem odd to host a service of lament during the Christmas season? For those who have suffered sadness, Chr…
Katherine Brenda ‘Darnell’ Robinson of Whitesburg, passed away Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025.
Mother Judy A. Ross, age 81, of Buchanan passed away on Jan. 16, 2025.
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