A good news story: The teen reported missing yesterday evening has been located safe and sound. Sheriff Mitch Ralston confirmed that the fifteen-year-old has been found.Former Gordon County Commissioner Rebecca (Becky) Hood was indicted by a Gordon County Grand Jury yesterday one one count of cruelty to children. Her husband, Scott Adrian Hood was indicted on one count of child molestation. This is a four-year investigation’s final phase before a trial is scheduled. The trial will be in Gordon County; the District Attorney’s office from The Blue Ridge Judicial Circuit is prosecuting the case. The local recusal of our Cherokee Judicial Circuit DA, and by local judges were a result of Ms. Hood’s position as Chairman of The Gordon County Board of Commissioners. She did not seek reelction when her last term came to an end in 2022. Hood began serving on the board in 2006.By Brent Jones
Ice Storm Warning for Calhoun - Click for Details
...ICE STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 10 AM EST MONDAY...Expires: January 26, 2026 @ 10:00amWHAT
Significant icing expected. Total ice accumulations between a quarter of an inch and one inch are expected. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.WHERE
Portions of east central, north central, northeast, and northwest Georgia.WHEN
From 1 PM this afternoon to 10 AM EST Monday.IMPACTS
Expect power outages and tree damage due to the ice. Travel could be impossible. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning commute.PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Prepare for extended power outages. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.Cold Weather Advisory for Calhoun - Click for Details
...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 10 AM EST MONDAY...Expires: January 26, 2026 @ 10:00amWHAT
Very cold wind chills from 15 above to 0 expected.WHERE
Portions of central, east central, north central, northeast, northwest, and west central Georgia.WHEN
From 4 AM to 10 AM EST Monday.IMPACTS
Wind chills from 5 to 15 above across much of north and portions of Middle Georgia are expected with wind chills as cold as 0 in the north Georgia mountains. Avoid prolonged exposure if possible and have a safe heating source, particularly for those who may be experiencing power outages.PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.
