• Freeze Watch for CalhounDetails

    ...FREEZE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE FRIDAY NIGHT THROUGH SATURDAY MORNING...

    Effective: Saturday, November 14 at 2:00 amExpires: Saturday, November 14 at 8:00 am

    What

    Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 29 possible.

    Where

    Portions of north central, northeast, northwest, and west central Georgia.

    When

    From late Friday night through Saturday morning.

    Impacts

    Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.

    Precautionary/preparedness Actions

    Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.

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Governor Kemp Extends Georgia Gas Tax Suspension Through November 30

Georgia drivers will continue to receive relief at the gas pump through the Thanksgiving holiday after Governor Brian Kemp announced an extension of the state's motor fuel tax suspension through November 30. The governor's office announced the extension Saturday, citing continued volatility in global energy ...

Governor Kemp Declares State of Emergency for All 159 Georgia Counties Ahead of Hurricane Isaias

Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has declared a statewide state of emergency covering all 159 counties as Hurricane Isaias threatens to bring severe weather to portions of the state. The emergency declaration includes Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade, Gordon, Murray, Walker and Whitfield counties in Northwest Georgia. The declaration ...

Gov. Kemp Suspends Penalties for Off-Road “Dyed” Diesel Use, Provides Further Relief for Truckers and Farmers

Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that, in consultation with Lt. Governor Burt Jones, Speaker of the House Jon Burns, and Commissioner of Agriculture Tyler Harper, he has amended the State of Emergency Order issued last week to include waiving penalties for the use ...

Kemp Suspends Georgia Gas Tax for 30 Days Amid Global Market Volatility

Georgia drivers are set to receive some relief at the pump after Gov. Brian Kemp declared a state of emergency and suspended the state’s motor fuel excise tax for 30 days. The suspension takes effect at 12:01 a.m. Tuesday, September 29, and will remain in ...

Gov. Brian Kemp Proclaims September 26 National Hunting and Fishing Day in Georgia

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp has proclaimed Saturday, September 26, 2026, as National Hunting and Fishing Day across the state, recognizing the role hunters and anglers play in conservation and Georgia’s outdoor heritage. The proclamation highlights Georgia’s long tradition of hunting and fishing and notes that ...

Kemp Extends Georgia Gas Tax Suspension Through Memorial Day Travel Period

Georgia drivers will continue to see relief at the gas pump through the Memorial Day holiday after Governor Brian Kemp signed an executive order suspending the state’s gas tax for an additional two weeks. The new suspension will take effect at 12:01 a.m. on May ...

Kemp Signs Bill Expanding Medical Cannabis Access in Georgia

Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has signed legislation expanding access to medical marijuana in the state. The measure, known as the “Putting Georgia’s Patients First Act,” was signed into law Tuesday and will take effect statewide on July 1. The bill had previously passed both the ...

Kemp Calls Special Georgia Legislative Session on Redistricting, Election Law Changes

Brian Kemp has called a special session of the Georgia General Assembly focused on redistricting and election law changes, with lawmakers set to convene June 17, 2026. The announcement comes just days after Tennessee Republicans approved a controversial redistricting plan in their state and follows ...

Calhoun to Host Derek Dooley, Gov. Kemp on “Georgia First Tour” Stop

Republican U.S. Senate candidate Derek Dooley will be joined by Governor Brian Kemp and First Lady Marty Kemp for a Northwest Georgia swing this week, with a featured stop in Calhoun. Dooley’s “Georgia First Tour” is scheduled to make a Wednesday appearance in Calhoun, where ...

Governor Kemp Declares State of Emergency Ahead of Expected Winter Storm

Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has declared a statewide State of Emergency as officials prepare for a winter storm expected to impact the state this weekend. The declaration allows state agencies to mobilize resources and position response teams in advance of potentially hazardous weather conditions. Governor ...
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