Gordon County is bracing for the arrival of severe weather as Hurricane Isaias continues to intensify ahead of its Gulf Coast landfall. Local emergency officials and meteorologists are urging residents to finalize preparations now. Gordon County Emergency Management Director Courtney Taylor, joined on the air by Sheriff Mitch Ralston and Chief Meteorologist Patrick Core, noted that a High Wind Watch is in effect locally from 7 a.m. Saturday until 7 a.m. Sunday. Forecasters anticipate sustained winds between 20 and 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph, alongside heavy rainfall, isolated flash flooding, and a significant Saturday tornado threat. Residents are urged to secure all outdoor items today, prepare for prolonged power outages and downed trees, and ensure multiple active methods are in place to receive emergency warnings throughout the weekend.
Local News Update: Calhoun And Gordon County
The threat of hazardous wind conditions has also impacted community events across Calhoun. Organizers announced that Rocktober Fest is canceled for this Saturday, October 10th, citing the severe risks that forecast winds pose to outdoor tents, vendor equipment, inflatables, and public safety. Organizers are currently coordinating with state transportation officials to reschedule the downtown festival for Saturday, October 24th, pending permit approval from GDOT.
Despite the looming storm, community partners continue working together to support local families. Dee Dee Printup from the LGE Community Foundation and Claire Norman from Gordon County United Way joined the broadcast this morning to highlight the vital ongoing collaboration between the foundation and local charitable initiatives across our area.
Looking ahead to regional civic news, 11th District Congressional candidate Chris Harden is scheduled to join the broadcast Monday morning. Harden is challenging John Cowan to fill the seat vacated by retiring Representative Barry Loudermilk. Meanwhile, local election officials remind citizens that early voting for the General Election begins next week, and full district information and polling details can be verified via the official Georgia My Voter Page.
Gordon County Arrests:
Christy Ann Aziz, 45, Cartersville; Gordon County Sheriff’s Office; Burglary, Theft by Taking.
Stephen Matthew Hawkins, 41, Resaca; Gordon County Sheriff’s Office; Sexual Exploitation of Children.
Stephen Jarrod Washington, 36, Calhoun; Calhoun Police Department; Cruelty to Children (3rd Degree – 2 counts), Kidnapping (FVA).