Get ready, it sounds like we’re going to have some winter weather this weekend. A winter storm is set to arrive starting Friday night and could last into Sunday. Freezing temps are expected in the early mornings next week on Monday and Tuesday. It’s never too early to start to preparing. It’s a good idea to have essential items on hand including food and non-perishable items. Have some salt or kitty litter for slick steps, sidewalks and driveways. Flashlights, extra batteries and ice scrapers for vehicles. If you’re planning on going out to play in the snow, or if you know you have to be outside for any period of time, remember to dress in layers, wear gloves to protect your hands and hats or earmuffs to protect your ears. For the latest on the forecast keep it here on Georgia 93-7. We’ll have live updates on the weather and road conditions as warranted starting Friday and continuing through the weekend. We’ll also post updates on Facebook at DiscoverWalker and on the web at DiscoverWalker.com. Patrick Core has the latest forecast around the clock. Patrick’s Morning Weather Discussion is updated daily on DiscoverWalker.com.
Counties in northwest Georgia are coming together to battle opioid abuse. Catoosa County hosted a meeting with state and regional partners to discuss how to best use resources for opioid treatment and prevention. The planning effort includes Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade, and Walker counties and focuses on using opioid settlement funds along with existing community services. Officials say the goal is to make sure resources are used efficiently and reach those most in need.
Henry’s BBQ in Summerville caught fire yesterday. The cause of the blaze and an estimate on the damage is unknown at this time. The restaurant located on Commerce Street is usually closed on Monday’s and Tuesday’s.
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp announced Tuesday the state will join a new federal education tax credit program starting in 2027. Under the plan, Georgia taxpayers can receive a dollar-for-dollar tax credit of up to 17-hundred dollars for donations to approved nonprofit scholarship organizations. Those groups provide scholarships for eligible K-through-12 students from families earning up to 300 percent of their county’s median income. The funds can be used for private school tuition, tutoring, special needs services, books, supplies, computers, and transportation. Supporters say the program expands school choice. Critics warn it could impact public school funding. The tax credit takes effect in the 2027 tax year.