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January 26, 2026

Walker County Sees Winter Weather Impacts; Closures Issued for Monday

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While most of Chattooga County avoided widespread icy conditions on Sunday—aside from some winter precipitation reported on Lookout Mountain—parts of Walker County were hit harder by the winter weather. Officials reported around 200 households without power on Sunday as the system moved through the area.

In response, several warming options were made available. Warming stations opened in Rossville and LaFayette, and Georgia State Parks opened a warming shelter at Cloudland Canyon State Park on Lookout Mountain to help residents needing a warm place during the cold snap.

Because of the continued threat of hazardous travel and dangerously cold temperatures, Walker County Government offices will be closed Monday, January 26. The closure includes county offices as well as the landfill and transit services.

In addition, the Walker County Health Department will also be closed Monday, January 26.

January 26, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

INDIANS MIDDLE SCHOOL SOCCER TRYOUTS UPDATE: Monday Cancelled; Tuesday and Wednesday Still Scheduled

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Indians Middle School soccer tryouts for grades 5–8 have been impacted by the cold snap moving into Northwest Georgia. Coaches say tryouts that were planned for Monday are cancelled due to cold temperatures and poor field conditions.

January 25, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Mt. Vernon Mills Delayed Schedule for Monday

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January 25, 2026

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Arrest Report – Sunday – January 25, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Sunday, January 25, 2026:

January 25, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Heavy Rain Now, Dangerous Cold Next for Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia

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Much of Georgia is starting this Sunday morning, January 25, 2026, with freezing rain and sleet, but for folks here in Chattooga County and much of Northwest Georgia, the main issue early today has been heavy rain. Temperatures around daybreak were near to slightly above freezing, helping keep most roads wet instead of icy to start the morning. Even so, the steady rainfall can still create hazardous travel, especially with reduced visibility, standing water in low spots, and slick conditions where oil and debris collect on the roadway.

January 25, 2026

by BENGROCE

South Commerce Street Church of Christ – Talks From The Bible Program – Sunday 1/25/26

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January 25, 2026

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Back To The Book With Gene Voss Program – Sunday – 1/25/26

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January 25, 2026

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Pleasant Grove Church Of Christ Program – Sunday 1/25/26

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January 25, 2026

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Mountain View Baptist Church Program – Sunday – 1/25/26

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January 25, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Chattooga Community Resource Center Closing Monday; Warming Shelter Open at North Summerville Gym

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The Chattooga Community Resource Center (CRC) announced it will be closed Monday, January 26, 2026, due to predicted inclement weather, saying the decision is aimed at keeping volunteers and the community safe. CRC is urging residents to avoid travel unless it’s an emergency, especially as winter weather impacts are expected across the area.

CRC also reminded residents that anyone who loses power and needs a warm place to stay should go to the gym at the old North Summerville School, located behind the Community Resource Center. The gym will be open to all residents as a warming location. If someone cannot make it to the gym, CRC says to call 9-1-1, and transportation can be arranged.

The message from CRC is simple: don’t stay home without heat, food, or help—use the resources available. CRC ended its announcement with a reminder of community strength: “We are in this together. We are Chattooga Strong.”