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January 11, 2026

Wings Over North Georgia Air Show Returns April 3–4 in Rome With U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds as Headliners

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The Wings Over North Georgia Air Show will return to the skies over Rome this spring, taking place Friday and Saturday, April 3 and 4, at Russell Regional Airport, with the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds set to headline the two-day event.

Air show organizers say the Thunderbirds are expected to be in town throughout air show week, and JLC Airshow Management President John Cowman noted he’s especially excited that the team will be able to land at Rome’s airport this time, crediting a recent runway extension for making that possible.

The show will feature aerial performances both days, along with a twilight show and fireworks on Friday night. Organizers also emphasized there will be no show on Sunday, which falls on Easter.

Tickets are on sale now through the event website and must be purchased in advance. Organizers say tickets will not be sold at the air show. For updates leading up to the event, attendees are encouraged to follow Wings Over North Georgia Airshow on Facebook.

January 11, 2026

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Woman Arrested on Felony Charge Alleging Unlawful Sexual Conduct With Inmate at Floyd County Prison

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A Cartersville woman has been arrested on a felony warrant accusing her of unlawful sexual conduct with a person in custody, according to an arrest warrant in the case.

The warrant alleges 26-year-old Jazmine Prechy Richardson, identified as a member of the kitchen staff at the Floyd County Prison, engaged in a sexual act with an inmate.

Investigators say the alleged incident happened during the early morning hours of October 20. No additional details were immediately available, and officials have not released further information about the circumstances surrounding the case.

Richardson’s arrest is tied to the felony warrant, and the investigation remains ongoing.

January 10, 2026

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Rome’s “Creel House” Becomes a Must-See Stop for Stranger Things Fans as Visits Surge

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Known for decades in Rome as the Claremont House, the historic home at East Second Avenue and East Tenth Street has taken on a new identity for fans of Netflix’s hit series Stranger Things—as the well-known “Creel House.” The location has increasingly become a tourist draw, bringing visitors to Rome from across the country.

January 9, 2026

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Atrium Health Floyd-Polk Foundation Opens 2026 Community Impact Grant Applications; Deadline Feb. 6

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Atrium Health Floyd-Polk Foundation is now accepting applications for its 2026 Community Impact Grant cycle, with proposals due February 6.

January 9, 2026

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Lawmakers Return to Atlanta Monday as 2026 Georgia Legislative Session Gets Underway

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The 2026 Georgia Legislative Assembly will convene Monday, January 12, 2026, bringing state lawmakers back to the Capitol to begin the annual session. Over the coming weeks, legislators are expected to take up a wide range of issues that affect Northwest Georgia, including the state budget, public safety, education, health care access, and insurance-related policy.

Representing the area will be State Representative Eddie Lumsden, who serves House District 12, covering Chattooga County and parts of Floyd County. During the 2026 session, Lumsden is serving as Chairman of the House Insurance Committee, and he also holds assignments on the Appropriations, Budget and Fiscal Affairs Oversight, Governmental Affairs, Human Relations & Aging, Public Safety and Homeland Security, Rules, and State Properties committees.

Constituents who want to share concerns or follow legislative developments can reach Rep. Lumsden by email at eddie.lumsden@house.ga.gov, by phone at (404) 656-7850, or by mail/visit at 220-A State Capitol, Atlanta, GA 30334.

January 9, 2026

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Wildlife Officials Arrest Rome Man as Deer Season Nears End in Northwest Georgia

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As deer season winds down across Northwest Georgia, Georgia wildlife officials have arrested a Floyd County man accused of illegally hunting and possessing white-tailed deer after investigators say he exceeded the legal bag limit.

January 8, 2026

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Habitat for Humanity Coosa Valley Breaks Ground on 62nd Home

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Habitat for Humanity – Coosa Valley will celebrate a major milestone with the groundbreaking of its 62nd home this Saturday, January 10 at 11:00 a.m. at 510 Nixon Ave, Rome, GA 30161, in South Rome. The event highlights continued momentum in providing affordable homeownership opportunities across Northwest Georgia.

January 7, 2026

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Special Election Set for March 10 to Fill Northwest Georgia’s 14th District Seat After Greene Resignation

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Governor Brian Kemp issued an order Tuesday calling for a special election on Tuesday, March 10 to fill the vacant 14th Congressional District seat after U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene of Rome resigned, effective Monday, Jan. 5.

January 7, 2026

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Atrium Health Floyd-Polk Foundation Opens 2026 Community Impact Grants; Chattooga County Nonprofits Eligible to Apply

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The Atrium Health Floyd-Polk Foundation announced that its 2026 Community Impact Grant Cycle opened Monday, January 5, 2026, offering funding opportunities for qualifying nonprofit organizations — including nonprofits serving Chattooga County.

January 7, 2026

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Georgia Reports Seven Traffic Deaths Over New Year’s Holiday

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The Georgia Department of Public Safety reports that seven people died in automobile crashes statewide during the 102-hour New Year’s holiday travel period, as troopers and officers worked high-visibility patrols across Georgia, including routes serving Northwest Georgia.