The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch for much of north Georgia, effective from 7 AM Friday to 7 AM Saturday. Residents are advised to prepare for significant snow, sleet, and freezing rain that could impact travel and daily activities.
Chattooga County State Court Judge Jon Dennis says that State Court is still being held on Thursday, January 9, 2025 – however, State Court for Friday, January 10, 2025 has been cancelled due to the impending weather.
In honor of former President Jimmy Carter, President Biden has declared a National Day of Mourning for tomorrow, January 9, 2025. President Carter’s state funeral will be conducted a the National Cathedral in Washington D.C. Local postal officials want to remind residents that all U.S. Post Offices will be closed on Thursday. Following the state funeral, President Carter’s body will be flown back to Georgia and there will be a private service at his home church, Maranatha Baptist, in Plains. President Carter will then be buried at his home in downtown Plains, about a mile from Maranatha Baptist where he and his wife were members.
Menlo Lions Club has postponed their Brunswick Stew sale due to the inclement weather expected this weekend. The stew sale will be held the following weekend.
Residents of Chattooga County, along with all of Northwest Georgia and Northeast Alabama, should prepare for significant winter weather as the National Weather Service in Peachtree City has issued a Winter Storm Watch from 7 AM on Friday until 7 AM on Saturday. The announcement was made shortly before 4 AM today, signaling the approach of a major winter storm that could impact local communities.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Wednesday, January 8, 2025:
340 AM EST Wed Jan 8 2025 ...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY MORNING THROUGH SATURDAY MORNING... * WHAT...A wintry mix of precipitation is possible. Snow and sleet accumulations in the mountains could average between three to six inches with locally higher amounts possible. Further south to the Interstate 20 corridor, a mixture of snow, sleet, freezing rain and rain is likely. Snow accumulations of two to four inches is possible with icing amounts around a tenth of an inch possible. * WHERE...Portions of north central, northeast, northwest, and west central Georgia. * WHEN...From Friday morning through Saturday morning. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions, with travel likely becoming difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday commute and linger into Saturday morning. Bridges and overpasses could become icy even if temperatures remain slightly above freezing. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this hazardous situation. Any slight deviations in temperatures or track of the weather system will result in changes for the precipitation type forecast.
A man has been arrested on a felony warrant charging him with a robbery in North Rome more than a year ago.
A shoplifting incident at the Golden Package Liquor store led to the arrest of a homeless man. Summerville Police were dispatched to the location following a report of a theft in progress. According to a 911 call, the suspect was described as wearing a blue jacket and a red hat. Upon arrival, officers located a man matching the description on Kelly Street at Bittings. The individual was identified as 66-year-old Hugh Vernon Snider Jr.
With cold winter weather here, Chattooga County fire officials urge residents to prioritize safety when it comes to home heating. With increased reliance on space heaters, fireplaces, and alternative heating sources, understanding effective safety measures is crucial for preventing potential hazards.