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January 25, 2026

Georgia Unemployment Claims Plunge Nearly 50% as Weekly Filings Fall Sharply

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Initial filings for unemployment benefits in Georgia dropped significantly last week compared with the week prior, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. New jobless claims—a key proxy for layoffs—fell to 6,067 for the week ending January 17, down from 11,988 the previous week.

Nationally, U.S. unemployment claims edged up slightly to 200,000, an increase of 1,000 from 199,000 on a seasonally adjusted basis. The Virgin Islands recorded the largest percentage increase in weekly claims, rising 136.4%, while Georgia posted the largest percentage decline, with new claims down 49.4%.

January 25, 2026

Northwest Health District, County Health Departments to Close Monday Ahead of Hazardous Weather

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The Georgia Department of Public Health’s Northwest Health District office in Rome and health departments across 11 Northwest Georgia counties will be closed Monday, January 26, due to anticipated hazardous weather.

Counties included in the closure are Bartow, Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade, Floyd, Gordon, Haralson, Paulding, Polk, and Walker. Residents needing services are encouraged to plan ahead and monitor official updates for reopening information once conditions improve.

January 25, 2026

Arctic Cold Grips the U.S., Red Cross Shares 10 Steps to Stay Safe

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Winter is settling in with bitter cold and frigid wind chills—enough to make anyone shiver just thinking about it. Forecasters expect a surge of Arctic air to spread across a large part of the country, from the Midwest to the Northeast, and the cold could linger into next month. With temperatures and wind chills dropping, the risk of frostbite and hypothermia rises, so safety experts say it’s important to take simple precautions now.

January 24, 2026

Arrest Report – Saturday – January 24, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Saturday, January 24, 2026:

January 24, 2026

Ice Storm Warning Continues for Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia; Wintry Mix Risk Rises Tonight, Bitter Cold Follows

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While Chattooga County and all of Northwest Georgia remain under an Ice Storm Warning, the National Weather Service forecast for our area is calling for only a slight chance of freezing rain before 10 AM this morning. Early temperatures were running marginal for widespread icing, with LaFayette and Mentone hovering just below freezing at 31 degrees, while Gaylesville, Alabama and Rome were closer to 40. Summerville was sitting at 35 degrees. Those readings are a bit warm for freezing rain in many spots, but sleet could still fall anywhere across the area, especially in heavier bursts of precipitation.

January 24, 2026

Chattooga County Agencies Urge Residents to Prepare for Icing, Possible Outages and Hazardous Roads

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As a winter storm moves into Northwest Georgia, emergency management and local agencies across Chattooga County are urging residents to stay informed, prepare now, and avoid travel if icing develops.

January 24, 2026

Local Insurance Agent Shares Tips to Prevent Storm Damage, Document Claims During Ice Threat

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With icing possible in the region, local insurance agent Butch Eleam is reminding residents that many insurance companies not only allow, but encourage homeowners to take reasonable steps to prevent additional damage after a storm.

January 24, 2026

Cold Weather Safety for Pets: Prevent Hypothermia and Frostbite During Arctic Conditions

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Cold weather can be dangerous for pets, with real risks of hypothermia and frostbite—especially for short-haired, small, elderly, or sick animals. The safest plan is simple: keep pets indoors as much as possible, limit time outside, and take a few extra precautions when they do go out.

January 24, 2026

Georgia Power and North Georgia EMC Suspend Service Disconnections Ahead of Winter Storm

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As a severe winter storm threatens parts of Georgia with the potential for destructive ice and snow, both Georgia Power and North Georgia EMC (NGEMC) have announced temporary suspensions of service disconnections to help keep customers safe during the event.

January 24, 2026

Habitat Coosa Valley Seeking Land Donations to Expand Affordable Housing in Northwest Georgia

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Habitat for Humanity – Coosa Valley is calling on local landowners, developers, and community partners to help meet the growing need for affordable housing by donating buildable land for future Habitat homes. Habitat Coosa Valley serves residents across Floyd, Chattooga, and Polk Counties in Northwest Georgia.

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