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Wayne Harold Wheeler
Mr. Wayne Harold Wheeler, age 83, of Rockmart, GA, passed away Thursday, July 4, 2024, at his residence. Mr. Wheeler was born in Rockmart on December 9, 1940, a son of the late Joseph Gordon Wheeler and Mary Ella Pinkard Wheeler. He had lived the greater part of his life in Rockmart and was a […] The post Wayne Harold Wheeler appeared first on Polk Today.
Ravaughn Gail Maddox
Mrs. Ravaughn Gail Maddox, age 68, of Cedartown, Georgia passed away Wednesday, July 3, 2024 surrounded by her family. Mrs. Maddox was born August 27, 1955 to the late Rufus Jackson Jarrell and Sarah Helen Johnson. Mrs. Maddox was retired from Tallatoona School after 37 years of service. She also worked at the United Health […] The post Ravaughn Gail Maddox appeared first on Polk Today.
Valerie Brooke Bergeron
Valerie Brooke Bergeron, age 30, of Cedartown, GA, passed away Monday, July 1, 2024. Valerie was born in Rome, GA, on June 4, 1994, daughter of Deborah Bailey Hicks and Tommy Hicks. She had lived all her life in Polk County and was a graduate of Cedartown High School. Valerie had worked for a period […] The post Valerie Brooke Bergeron appeared first on Polk Today.
Cathy Garrett
Mrs. Cathy Garrett, age 73, passed away Wednesday, July 3, 2024. Cathy was born May 6, 1951, in Cedartown, Georgia, daughter of the late Fred Boling and Barbara Jean Hardin. Cathy was a member of the Morning View Baptist Church where she loved to sing and play piano. She was a loving person with a […] The post Cathy Garrett appeared first on Polk Today.
Title cleanup, possible building transfer underway between Cedartown and County
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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.
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.
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.
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.
PCPD: Homeless man jailed for loitering at Big Spring Park, giving officers fake name
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Troy Melvin Gable
Mr. Troy Melvin Gable, age 87, passed away, Wednesday, July 3, 2024. Mr. Gable was born July 21, 1936, in Woodstock, Georgia, son of the late Ulus Franklin Gable and Nellie Bell Gable. Mr. Gable was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting and fishing. He retired after a long career at Winn Dixie and later […] The post Troy Melvin Gable appeared first on Polk Today.
Velma Marie Beck
Ms. Velma Marie Beck, age 65, passed away Tuesday, July 2, 2024. Ms. Beck was born October 6, 1958, daughter of the late Bobby Gene Blankenship, Sr. and Donis Bedford Blankenship. Ms. Beck was known for her sweet spirit and disposition. She was of the Christian faith and was a friend to everyone. She was […] The post Velma Marie Beck appeared first on Polk Today.
Jeanelle Mitchell Longshore
Mrs. Jeanelle Mitchell Longshore of Rockmart, Ga, passed away on Wednesday, July 3, 2024. Jeanelle was born in Rockmart, GA, on July 9, 1938, to the late Sam and Lillian Mitchell. She was the wife of the late Thomas Marion Longshore. She married Marion in 1956. They were married for over 51 years until his […] The post Jeanelle Mitchell Longshore appeared first on Polk Today.
Arlene Camp
Ms. Patricia “Arlene” Camp, age 79, passed away Tuesday, July 2, 2024. Ms. Camp was born October 23, 1944, in Cedartown, Georgia, to the late Mr. Arlie “AJ” Stephens and Iva Mae Dempsey Stephens. Ms. Camp loved the simple things in life and enjoyed watching old western movies and reading books. She was very dedicated […] The post Arlene Camp 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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