The Chatsworth Times

For more than a decade Murray County has been represented by a multi-person delegation in the Georgia House of Representatives. But after lawmakers got done last year redrawing district lines, the … more

By Jimmy Espy, Editor | 5/17/22

Jimmy Espy: The Secret of Brian Kemp

Gov. Brian Kemp gave a 20-plus minute campaign speech in Chatsworth last week.He listed many of his accomplishments as governor, including his decision “to keep Georgia open” during the … more

By Jimmy Espy, Editor | 5/17/22

Tallent seeks BOE seat held by Puryear

Brad Tallent, 45, is challenging Conrad Puryear, 59, in the Republican Primary on May 24 for the District X (City) seat on the Murray County Board of Education. Puryear was appointed to the seat in … more

By Jimmy Espy, Editor | 5/17/22

Bagley teacher faces two felony charges

A teacher at Bagley Middle school has been charged with two counts of sexual battery on a child under 16 following an incident which allegedly happened at the school in January.Superintendent Steve … more

By Jimmy Espy, Editor | 5/17/22

Payne, Keener seek Georgia Senate seat

A pair of Dalton men are running for the GOP nomination for State Senate Seat 54, which represents all of Whitfield and Murray and a portion of Gordon County. No Democrats are running for the … more

By Jimmy Espy, Editor | 5/17/22

Ramhurst woman defended southern cuisine

Nora Humphreys Sampler of Ramhurst had strong opinions about cornbread and she wasn’t afraid to make them known.So, in 1945 when she read in the Atlanta Constitution a quote from a Texas man … more

By Jimmy Espy, Editor | 5/17/22

Three new memorial statues were placed in Murray County Veterans Memorial Park last week. The statues, paid for by private donations, will later be joined by two more statues honoring World War I and Afghanistan-Iraq war veterans.

New monuments in place

5/16/22

Democratic Party leaders exhort members to "show up" to ensure 2022 victories

ATLANTA - Democratic Party leaders exhorted their members to work hard to turn out voters in November in Georgia at the party’s state dinner in downtown Atlanta on Friday night. Democratic … more

By Rebecca Grapevine, Staff Writer, Capitol Beat News Service | 5/15/22

Kemp, Perdue waging intense primary fight for Republican gubernatorial nod

ATLANTA - Primary challengers to Georgia's last two sitting Republican governors' reelection bids didn't fare well.Ray McBerry garnered only 11.6% of the vote against then-Gov. Sonny Perdue in 2006. … more

By Dave Williams, Bureau Chief, Capitol Beat News Service | 5/15/22

Paw's Corner: Irresponsible owners at dog parks

DEAR PAW'S CORNER: When I first adopted my Collie mix "Sara," I went to the dog park near my apartment every morning. I thought it would be a great place for a year-old puppy to socialize with other … more

By Sam Mazzotta | 5/15/22

Vacation Bible School at Smyrna Baptist Church

Vacation Bible School is a big deal at many churches during the summer months, but VBS is an extra special event at Smyrna Baptist Church –and has been for decades. Several generations of some … more

5/15/22

Veteran's Post: Can VA puppy program help with PTSD

The Department of Veterans Affairs has published its plan for starting up a pilot program for the Puppies Assisting Wounded Servicemembers for Veterans Therapy Act. In the PAWS Act, the VA will do a … more

By Freddy Groves | 5/13/22

Gov. Brian Kemp, center, poses for photographs during his campaign stop in Chatsworth on Thursday. Kemp gave a brief speech and with individuals during an hour-long visit.

Governor campaigns in Chatsworth

5/12/22

Kemp signs fiscal 2023 state budget

ATLANTA - Gov. Brian Kemp signed a $30.2 billion state budget Thursday that includes pay raises for teachers and state employees.The fiscal 2023 spending plan, which takes effect July 1, is just shy … more

By Dave Williams, Bureau Chief, Capitol Beat News Service | 5/12/22

Roberts challenges Reed for BOE seat

It was only a few months ago that Kelli Reed and William “Sparky” Roberts were serving together on the Murray County Board of Education. Now, Roberts is trying to unseat Reed for the … more

By Jimmy Espy, Editor | 5/10/22

The new Jack’s location in Eton sold its first hamburger and fries last week. Among those celebrating with a ribbon cutting were (from left) Kim Hall (city clerk), Traci Rankin (city council), Joan Dooley (city council) , Media Patterson (assistant city clerk/court clerk), Billy Cantrell (mayor), Toni Bickster (Jack’s), Dan White (Jack’s) and Rhonda Reeves (Jack’s).

Jack's now serving in Eton

ETON– Area residents and passersby now have a new place to grab a bite to eat in Eton.Jack’s opened for business on Wednesday following a ribbon cutting ceremony involving area leaders. … more

By Erik Green, Sports Editor | 5/10/22

Nominees sought for MCHS Hall of Fame

The Murray County High School Alumni Association is now taking nominations for the MCHS Hall of Fame 2022 Induction.The time is approaching for the selection and induction of worthy individuals into … more

Submitted by MCHSAA | 5/10/22

Voting slow on package sales in Chatsworth

As of Tuesday morning, 28 voters had cast ballots in early voting in the special election in Chatsworth.Residents are being asked to decide if the City will allow the sale of packaged distilled … more

By Jimmy Espy, Editor | 5/10/22

Kemp to visit Chatsworth

Gov. Brian Kemp will be in Chatsworth at 8 a.m. on Thursday. The governor will meet the public at Venue 208 (208 N. Third Ave.) For more information, visit www.briankemp2022.com/events more

5/9/22

Veterans Post: More VA scammers nabbed by OIG

The Department of Veterans Affairs investigative arm has been busy. Thanks to the VA's Office of Inspector General, a group of Georgia men have been convicted of stealing monthly Social Security and … more

By Freddy Groves | 5/8/22