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North Georgia man convicted in inside-job robbery after posting stolen money in Snapchat video
MACON, Ga. — A North Georgia man was sentenced to five years in prison for robbing a South Carolina armored bank truck of $1.9 million after being recruited by the vehicle's driver, according to federal prosecutors in South Carolina. Terry Pollard, 28, of Cedartown was convicted by a jury...
County honors Hulsey as Employee of the Month for July 2024
Local government continues to show their appreciation for the people who make the wheels go round in offices and departments all across Polk. This month, Sara Hulsey was named the July 2024 Employee of the Month for her dedication to the job in the Tax Commissioner’s Office. Hulsey got a certificate and a gift card […] The post County honors Hulsey as Employee of the Month for July 2024 appeared first on Polk Today.
ADVENT HEALTH MEDICAL GROUP FAMILY AND INTERNAL MEDICINE IN CEDARTOWN CELEBRATES FIRST YEAR SINCE RE-OPENING
On July 10, AdventHealth Medical Group Family and Internal Medicine at Cedartown celebrates its first year since reopening. The journey has taken years, but now serves patients both new and former, serving as a catalyst to community health for many. In 2021, Hospital Corporation of America (HCA) shuttered the Redmond...
Deputy in Polk County Charged With ASSAULT And THREAT Against Two Women
After being arrested on charges of beating and threatening two women, a Polk County deputy finally decided to step down from his position. Deputy Anthony Martinez was accused of inflicting many injuries on one of the victims, according to the sheriff’s office, which received a report on July 3 from the victim. There was a […]
UPDATE: Firefighters battling blaze on Booger Hollow Road; 80,000 gallons used during fire response
You need to be logged in to view this content. Please Log In. Not a Member? Join Us The post UPDATE: Firefighters battling blaze on Booger Hollow Road; 80,000 gallons used during fire response appeared first on Polk Today.
Fireworks displays available around Polk tonight
Taylorsville, Cartersville, Rome, Dallas all have options available Celebrations of the fabulous fourth are underway all around Polk County today, and there are options on places to go for watching fireworks this evening all across the area. Here’s a quick rundown of where to go this evening to find fireworks displays and events: Creekside Farm […] The post Fireworks displays available around Polk tonight appeared first on Polk Today.
Pop-up showers, Heat Advisory in store for July 4 afternoon
Be advised, Polk County: The temps are going to feel waaaaay up there today. A heat index of 106 is in store for the area as the National Weather Service in Peachtree City puts Polk under a heat advisory through 7 p.m. The NWS also is calling for just a 30% chance of showers, but […] The post Pop-up showers, Heat Advisory in store for July 4 afternoon appeared first on Polk Today.
Celebrate Independence Day with fireworks safety in mind
Folks all around Polk County have big plans for the day. Whether it be firing up the grill for a barbecue with family, or heading out to a big event around the area, the day has a lot of fun in store for everyone as America celebrates Independence Day. Those who are planning to stay […] The post Celebrate Independence Day with fireworks safety in mind appeared first on Polk Today.
SOLARCYCLE tax abatement deal gets thumbs up from County Commission
Provisional approval given to agreement after final attorney review County Commissioners gave their thumbs up in a deal to help bring SOLARCYCLE to Cedartown during their Tuesday regular session. A tax abatement agreement was given a unanimous vote from the Commissioners with the caveat that the County Attorney Brad McFall and Cedartown City Attorney Carey […] The post SOLARCYCLE tax abatement deal gets thumbs up from County Commission appeared first on Polk Today.
PCPD needs help locating driver who fled from traffic, drug charges on Judkin Mill Road
Polk County Police are seeking the public’s help in potentially finding a suspect who fled a traffic stop on Tuesday night on Judkin Mill Road, leaving behind a minivan with drugs inside. PCPD sought to stop a white Toyota Sienna minivan around 9 p.m. in the Judkin Mill Road area when the suspect behind the […] The post PCPD needs help locating driver who fled from traffic, drug charges on Judkin Mill Road appeared first on Polk Today.
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