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Northwest Georgia Health Departments to Open Late Tuesday

Monday, January 26

Several public health offices across northwest Georgia will open later than usual on Tuesday, January 27. The Georgia Department of Public Health Northwest Health District office in Rome, along with health departments in Bartow, Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade, Floyd, Gordon, Haralson, Paulding, and Polk counties, will... Read More.

Update: Walker County Road Conditions

Monday, January 26

Walker County drivers are urged to remain cautious as patches of ice and slick spots continue to impact roadways across the area. County officials report that Nickajack Road has reopened after earlier hazardous conditions. However, Dougherty Gap Road will remain closed today. Road crews are actively... Read More.

Qualifying Begins This Week for Georgia Senate District 53 Special Election

Monday, January 26

Qualifying opens this week for candidates seeking to run in the special election to fill the vacant Georgia Senate District 53 seat, according to a call issued by Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger. The special election is scheduled for March 10, 2026, and will be... Read More.

Second Case of Avian Influenza Confirmed in Walker County Poultry Flock

Monday, January 26

Second Case of Avian Influenza Confirmed in Walker County Poultry Flock WALKER COUNTY, Ga. — State and federal agriculture officials have confirmed a second case of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in a commercial poultry operation in Walker County. According to the Georgia Department of Agriculture,... Read More.

NWS Issues Black Ice Warning for North Georgia

Monday, January 26

NWS Issues Black Ice Warning for North Georgia NORTH GEORGIA — The National Weather Service in Peachtree City says colder air and breezy winds are moving into the region, creating refreeze and black ice concerns this morning. Officials warn that dangerous conditions are most likely on... Read More.

Ice Continues to Threaten Roadways as Georgia DOT Urges Motorists to Stay Off Roads

Monday, January 26

Ice remains a significant concern across north and north-central Georgia as Georgia Department of Transportation crews continue monitoring and treating roadways amid ongoing winter storm impacts and sharply colder temperatures. According to Georgia DOT, maintenance teams worked throughout the day Sunday and are continued operations... Read More.

Update: Power Outage in Walker County

Sunday, January 25

Walker County Power Outage Update. Walker County Power Outage Update: 8:34pm. According to EPB there are 97 customers in Walker County without power currently. Crews are continuing to work to restore power. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Power Outage Update: 5:12pm ET 225 without power in Walker County. 115 EPB Customers 119 Georgia Power... Read More.

Chattooga County Man Arrested on DUI Charges Following Serious Injury Crash; Records Show Multiple Prior DUI Arrests

Sunday, January 25

A 59-year-old man arrested in connection with a serious injury traffic crash last week has a history of multiple prior DUI arrests, according to records provided by the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office. Billy Joe Dooley, 59, was arrested on January 23, 2026, following a traffic... Read More.

Ringgold Mayor to Resign, Run for Georgia State House Seat Representing Catoosa County

Sunday, January 25

Ringgold Mayor Nick Millwood announced in a video posted last week on his Facebook page that he plans to resign from his position and run for the Georgia State House seat representing Catoosa County — House District 3. House District 3 covers part of Catoosa... Read More.

Georgia DOT Crews Continue Treating Roads as Colder Temperatures Move In

Sunday, January 25

ATLANTA — Georgia Department of Transportation crews worked through the night to treat interstates and state routes across north and north-central Georgia as a winter storm continued to move through the region and colder temperatures settled in. According to Georgia DOT, crews focused on areas... Read More.

NGEMC Announces Drive-Thru Delays and Office Closure for Monday

Sunday, January 25

North Georgia EMC (NGEMC) has announced modified operations for Monday, January 26, due to ongoing weather concerns. NGEMC drive-thru lanes at the Calhoun, Dalton, and Fort Oglethorpe offices will open at 10 a.m. The Trion office will be closed for the day. NGEMC officials say they... Read More.

From Chief Meteorologist Patrick Core

Sunday, January 25

Chief Meteorologist Patrick Core reports that nearly 99% of the area remained above freezing early this morning. However, conditions are expected to change significantly as the day progresses. Core says the region will experience very wet conditions today, along with occasional gusty winds. Much colder... Read More.

Northwest Georgia Health Departments to Open Late Tuesday

Update: Walker County Road Conditions

Qualifying Begins This Week for Georgia Senate District 53 Special Election

Second Case of Avian Influenza Confirmed in Walker County Poultry Flock

NWS Issues Black Ice Warning for North Georgia

Ice Continues to Threaten Roadways as Georgia DOT Urges Motorists to Stay Off Roads

Update: Power Outage in Walker County

Chattooga County Man Arrested on DUI Charges Following Serious Injury Crash; Records Show Multiple Prior DUI Arrests

Ringgold Mayor to Resign, Run for Georgia State House Seat Representing Catoosa County

Georgia DOT Crews Continue Treating Roads as Colder Temperatures Move In

NGEMC Announces Drive-Thru Delays and Office Closure for Monday

From Chief Meteorologist Patrick Core

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