American Legion Georgia Post 143 Carrollton, Georgia

06/14/2026

June 14th is Flag Day. For 110 years, Americans have paused to honor the flag that has flown over generations of sacrifice, service, hope, and freedom. It is a tradition worth celebrating and preserving for generations yet to come. (Link to Johnny Cash's song "Rugged Old Flag")
https://youtu.be/XfzJ8UBr-c0?si=0Oh7Q17njCUw14zg

06/13/2026

Congratulations CHS Junior, Brady Pace. Brady, sponsored by TAL Post 143 and Post 70, attended Boys State Camp to learn about, set up and hold office at various levels of local, and State government. At camp, he held positions as Mayor, Senator and President "Pro Tempore". Because of his exceptional leadership skills, knowledge and ability to work with others, Brady has been selected to compete in the American Legion Boys Nation program.

Boys Nation is the capstone of the American Legion’s Boys State & Boys Nation youth programs.

The 80th 2026 session of Boys Nation will take place July 17–25, 2026 in Washington, D.C.
The American Legion Delegates will participate in:
Mock Senate sessions and debates
Party conventions and leadership elections.

Tours of the White House, U.S. Capitol, Supreme Court, Pentagon, and State Department is also part of the week long event.

The other CHS students also did exceptionally well during Boys State camp.
Here are their accomplishments:
Carson Haley served as a Police Chief, City Councilman, and currently as the Sheriff of Madison County.
Henry Carden served as Sheriff of Adams County and as the State Executive Board Campaign Committee Chair. Mason Scoville, from Gwinnett City in Adams County, served on his city council and as city clerk. He was also elected to the Boys State Public Service Commission. Congratulations guys, and thanks again for participating in Georgia's Boys State program.

06/12/2026

Students that are attending Boys/Girls State Camp at Valdosta State University this week and sponsored by the TAL and ALA Post 143 departed from the Carroll County sheriff's Department at 8:30am, Sunday, 7 June 2026. Pictured left are
Cmdr.Steve Fuller, CC Sheriff’s deputy Higgins(Drove students to VSU), CHS students attending Boys State, Mason Scoville, Carson Haley, Brady Pace, Henry Carden, Girls State student Presley McLaren(CHS), Haisley Davis(Central), Emily Johnson (CHS) and VC Joe Waln. The girls will graduate on June 12th and the boys on June 13th.

06/08/2026

Early Voting for General Primary Runoff begins today through 12 June 2026 from 8:30am to 5pm.
See sample ballots attached below.

06/03/2026

🚨 NOW REGISTERING FOR JUNE FI****MS CLASS🚨

🔫 Citizens Firearm Safety Class – Sign Up Today!

The Carroll County Sheriff's Office is excited to welcome our community to our newest training location for this hands-on, highly informative firearm safety course.

Whether you’re a new firearm owner or simply want to sharpen your knowledge, this class is designed to promote safe, responsible firearm ownership right here in Carroll County.

📅 Tuesday, June 16th (Laws) & Thursday, June 18th (Shooting Range & Simulator Night)

🕕 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM each evening
📍 900 Hays Mill Road, Building 200
Carrollton, GA 30117 (Former Shot Spot)

What You’ll Experience:
✅ Firearm safety fundamentals
✅ Georgia firearm law overview
✅ Live-fire range training (minimum 50 rounds)
✅ Interactive shooting simulator scenarios

✅ Instruction from certified law enforcement fi****ms instructors
This is more than a class, it’s an investment in your safety and the safety of those around you.

⚠️ Limited to 12 participants (for safety & quality instruction)
🔹 Must be 21+ to attend
Spots fill quickly.
📞 Captain Brian Finley
770-830-5916 ext. 2239
📧 [email protected]

👉 Don’t wait. Secure your seat and take the next step in responsible firearm ownership.

05/30/2026

Post 143 member Rose Miller posted the following:

A Carroll County 200 / America 250 Celebration Making a Home, Building a Nation event page including event date, time, location and what to expect. Event hosts and sponsors include Carroll County Commissioners, University of West Georgia, Georgia Humanities, and America 250.

05/25/2026

The Post 143 Family pays a solemn tribute to our fallen heroes in all branches of the Military.

05/22/2026

American Legion Post 143 Commander Steve Fuller is concerned about the communication issues with the current phone system located at the Post. To hopefully resolve these issues, the Commander is suggesting that any communication needed should be directed to his personal phone at 770-301-3221.

05/22/2026

American Legion Post 143 held its 4th Annual Scholarship Awards Night on 21 May 2026. Temple High School graduate, Madeline C. Miller was recognized for her outstanding academic accomplishments, leadership skills, extracurricular involvement, and community service. All while maintaining a 4.4 GPA. Not to mention other prestigious honors too numerous to mention here.
Claire was selected from twenty-one applicants to receive the $1000 Dr. Robert Hilliard Memorial Scholarship.
She will be attending UGA this Fall and will be majoring in Microbiology. Claire was presented with a Legion certificate and medal along with a $1000 check. (Mom's pictured holding the check to ensue it's in safe hands)
Pictured left is VC Maggie Miller, Mom, Hiley Miller, Claire Miller, Dad, Josh Miller and Cmdr. Seve Fuller. Back row is emcee Frank Joswick.
(You may visit the post webpage at: post143ga.org/scholarships to view previous winners)