• Extreme Cold Watch for Calhoun - Click for Details
    ...EXTREME COLD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY EVENING THROUGH SUNDAY AFTERNOON...
    Expires: February 01, 2026 @ 1:00pm
    WHAT
    Dangerously cold wind chills ranging from 10 below zero in the north Georgia mountains to the single digits above zero in central Georgia.
    WHERE
    All of north and central Georgia.
    WHEN
    From Saturday evening through Sunday afternoon.
    IMPACTS
    Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes.
    PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
    Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to drip slowly. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly.
  • Winter Weather Advisory for Calhoun - Click for Details
    ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 7 PM EST SATURDAY...
    Expires: January 31, 2026 @ 7:00pm
    WHAT
    Snow expected. Total snow accumulations up to 2 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.
    WHERE
    Dade, Walker, Catoosa, Whitfield, Chattooga, Gordon, and Floyd Counties.
    WHEN
    From 7 PM this evening to 7 PM EST Saturday.
    IMPACTS
    Any snow is expected to rapidly stick to roads and other surfaces due to temperatures in the 20s. Gusty winds could result in areas of blowing snow and poor visibility. Plan on difficult travel conditions.
    ADDITIONAL DETAILS
    Wind chills will range from 0 degrees to 10 degrees above zero on Saturday.
    PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
    Persons should consider delaying all travel. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you must go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes will keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Cover exposed skin to reduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Gloves, a scarf, and a hat will keep you from losing your body heat.
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Northwest Georgia Health Departments to Open Late Tuesday

Several public health offices across northwest Georgia will open later than usual on Tuesday, January 27. The Georgia Department of Public Health Northwest Health District office in Rome, along with health departments in Bartow, Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade, Floyd, Gordon, Haralson, Paulding, and Polk counties, will ...

Northwest Georgia Health Departments to Close Monday Due to Hazardous Weather

The Georgia Department of Public Health Northwest Health District announced that its district office in Rome, along with county health departments across northwest Georgia, will be closed on Monday, January 26, due to anticipated hazardous weather conditions. The closure affects health departments in Bartow, Catoosa, ...

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Dr. Elisa Jaramillo-Mayor Joins AdventHealth Medical Group Family Medicine at Adairsville Health Park

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Alison Petty, NP-C, Joins AdventHealth Medical Group Family Medicine at Adairsville Health Park

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State Budget Sends Millions to Georgia Schools for Poverty Support and Mental Health Services

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Northwest Georgia Health Officials Urge Residents to Get Annual Flu Shot

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Prioritize Health and Save Lives During National Wellness Month: Donate Blood with the American Red Cross

August 7, 2025 – As summer winds down and routines shift with back-to-school schedules and late vacations, the American Red Cross is encouraging individuals to take a moment to prioritize both personal wellness and community impact by donating blood during National Wellness Month. National Wellness ...
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