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Calhoun City Schools to Close Monday Due to Hazardous Weather Conditions

Calhoun City Schools will be closed on Monday, January 26, 2026, due to ongoing weather concerns and the potential for hazardous road conditions. District officials said the decision was made out of an abundance of caution to ensure the safety of students, staff, and families ...

Gordon County Announces Warming Shelter Openings for Saturday Night

Gordon County Emergency Management Agency, in partnership with the Voluntary Action Center, has announced updated warming shelter information for tonight, Saturday, January 24, 2026, as cold weather conditions continue to impact the area. Following an assessment of available resources, officials confirmed that three warming shelters ...

Gordon County Fire & Rescue Prepares for Potential Severe Winter Weather

Gordon County Fire & Rescue (GCF&R) is continuing preparations ahead of anticipated winter weather that could impact the area in the coming days. Department leadership and operational personnel have been closely monitoring weather forecasts, reviewing response plans, and confirming readiness to help ensure the ...

NGEMC Suspends Service Disconnections Ahead of Severe Winter Storm

As a severe winter storm is expected to impact the region this weekend, North Georgia Electric Membership Corporation (NGEMC) has announced it will suspend all service disconnections for past-due accounts through the weekend to ensure the safety of its members. NGEMC officials said the temporary ...

Second Commercial Poultry Flock in Walker County Tests Positive for Avian Influenza

The Georgia Department of Agriculture, working in coordination with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, has confirmed a second case of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in a commercial poultry flock in Walker County. The confirmation marks the second detection ...

When Will Conditions Get Bad?

Information from the National Weather Service in Peachtree City.  Click the image below to view.

Georgia Bulldogs vs. Texas Longhorns — Men’s Basketball on Georgia 101.7

Georgia Bulldogs vs. Texas Longhorns — Men’s Basketball on Georgia 101.7 ATHENS, Ga. — The No. 21 Georgia Bulldogs hit the road Saturday for an SEC matchup against the Texas Longhorns, with tipoff set for 12:35 p.m. on January 24. Georgia enters the contest at 16-3 ...

Adairsville Police Make Arrest in Felony Theft Investigation

The Adairsville Police Department has made an arrest in connection with a felony theft investigation involving a local business. According to police, officers took a felony theft report on Jan. 10, 2026, after items valued at more than $8,000 were reported stolen. Detectives launched an ...

Ice Storm Warning Issued for Gordon County And All Of North Georgia

Ice Storm Warning Issued for Gordon County GORDON COUNTY, Ga. — The National Weather Service has issued an Ice Storm Warning for Gordon County as a powerful winter weather system moves into Northwest Georgia. Forecasters say freezing rain and dangerous ice accumulation are expected across the ...

Winter Weather Advisory: Power Outage Reporting Reminder

As the region prepares for this weekend’s winter weather, local authorities are urging residents to take precautions and remain informed about power outages. Officials emphasize that 911 lines should not be used to report power outages, allowing emergency responders to focus on true emergencies such ...
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