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City of LaFayette Recreation Facilities to Close Saturday Due to Ice Storm Warning
All City of LaFayette Recreation facilities, including the LaFayette Golf Course, will be closed on Saturday, January 24, following an upgraded Ice Storm Warning issued by the National Weather Service.
City officials say forecasts continue to present multiple possible scenarios, prompting the decision to close... Read More.
Ice Storm Warning Issued for Walker County; Warming Shelters to Open Saturday
The National Weather Service has issued an Ice Storm Warning for Walker County, effective from 7:00 a.m. Saturday through 10:00 a.m. Monday, as a major winter weather event is expected to impact the area.
Forecasters predict ice accumulations of a quarter-inch or greater, which could... Read More.
Ice Storm Warning Issued for Walker County And All Of North Georgia
Ice Storm Warning Issued for Walker County
WALKER COUNTY, Ga. — The National Weather Service has issued an Ice Storm Warning for Walker County as a dangerous winter weather system moves into Northwest Georgia.
Forecasters say freezing rain and significant ice accumulation are expected, which could... Read More.
Walker County Prepares for Winter Storm
Walker County officials are closely monitoring weather conditions as a Winter Storm Watch goes into effect early Saturday.
According to Walker County Communications Director Joe Legge, the Winter Storm Watch will be in effect from 1:00 a.m. Saturday, January 24, through 10:00 a.m. Monday, January... Read More.
Election to fill seat vacated by Colton Moore set for March 10
A special election to fill the Georgia State Senate seat vacated by Colton Moore will be held on Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
Governor Brian Kemp issued a writ of election following Moore’s qualification for the special election to fill the vacancy in Georgia’s 14th Congressional... Read More.
Animal Shelter Offering Cold Weather Pet Supplies To Those In Need
With freezing cold temperatures forecast for this weekend, Walker County officials are urging pet owners to take extra precautions to protect their animals.
The Walker County Animal Shelter is offering cold weather pet supplies to residents in need, including dog houses, bedding, and weather flaps... Read More.
A Major Winter Storm Is Still Expected To Bring Significant Impacts To North Georgia
A major winter storm is still expected to bring significant impacts to North Georgia, including Metro Atlanta, this weekend. The Winter Storm Watch has been expanded southward to include all counties north of I-20, the entire Metro Atlanta area, and several counties north and... Read More.
Governor Kemp Declares State of Emergency Ahead of Expected Winter Storm
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has declared a statewide State of Emergency as officials prepare for a winter storm expected to impact the state this weekend.
The declaration allows state agencies to mobilize resources and position response teams in advance of potentially hazardous weather conditions. Governor... Read More.
LaFayette High School Adjusts Friday Game Times
Due to the threat of winter weather late Friday, LaFayette High School has moved up the tip off time of the boys and girls basketball games against Gordon Lee. The varsity girls game will start at 5pm followed by the boys game at around... Read More.
Updated: Summerville BBQ Restaurant Burns
Henry’s BBQ in Summerville was destroyed by a fire Tuesday evening, leaving the building and all equipment a total loss. No injuries were reported, according to the restaurant’s owners.
The family that owns the restaurant expressed appreciation for the response from local first responders and... Read More.
Winter Planning Info From The Georgia Emergency Management & Homeland Security Agency
We're a few days out from seeing winter weather in a large portion of North Georgia. While it's too early to determine expected impacts in specific locations, the potential exists for significant travel issues, widespread power outages from downed trees and powerlines, and burst... Read More.