Updated: Power Outages in Gordon County

More than 500 still without power in Gordon County. 509 total without power. Amicalola EMC reports 502 customers without power. Georgia Power 7 customers. We will continue to monitor the situation through the afternoon and will update again later today. Stay safe and stay... Read More.

GDOT Treats Thousands of Miles of Roads Ahead of Winter Weather

The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) says crews across Northwest Georgia worked ahead of incoming winter weather to treat more than 5,600 miles of state roadways. According to GDOT, road treatment operations began at 7 p.m. Friday. Within 24 hours, all state routes across the... Read More.

City of Calhoun Prepares for Weekend Winter Weather Event

City of Calhoun departments are taking proactive measures ahead of this weekend’s anticipated winter weather. Police Department: Calhoun Police Chief Tony Pyle reported that all patrol vehicles, including 4x4 units, are fueled and generators tested. Officers will travel in pairs to ensure safety, and CPD... Read More.

Gordon County Schools Closed Monday Due to Potential Severe Weather

Gordon County Schools announced today that all schools will be closed on Monday, January 26, 2026, in response to the latest weather forecast from the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency (GEMA), which indicates the potential for severe winter weather in northwest Georgia. The... Read More.

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... Read More.

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... Read More.

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... Read More.