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March 5, 2026

Unseasonably Warm Temperatures and Scattered Storms Expected Across Northwest Georgia

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Residents in Chattooga County and across Northwest Georgia can expect a stretch of unseasonably warm weather heading into the weekend and early next week, with temperatures running 15 to more than 20 degrees above normal for early March.

March 5, 2026

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Wings Over North Georgia Set to Soar April 3–4

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Have you purchased your tickets yet? The 2026 Wings Over North Georgia (WONG) Air Show is just a month away and will take to the skies over Rome’s Russell Regional Airport on April 3rd and 4th. This year’s show will feature the world-famous U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, promising high-speed aerial maneuvers and precision flying that always draw large crowds from across Northwest Georgia and beyond.

John Cowman, President of JLC Airshow Management, says he is especially excited about opening day. He notes that Friday will be highlighted not only by the Thunderbirds’ daytime performance, but also by a spectacular night show featuring drones and fireworks, creating a full day of entertainment for families and aviation fans alike.

Cowman says ticket sales have been steady and expects them to increase significantly as the event draws closer. Organizers encourage attendees to purchase tickets early and make plans now for what is expected to be one of the region’s biggest events of the year.

For tickets and additional information, visit www.wingsovernorthgeorgia.com. Updates are also available on Facebook by searching Wings Over North Georgia Airshow.

March 3, 2026

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Georgia Gas Prices Climb to $2.78; Chattooga County Still Below State Average

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Rising global tensions and seasonal fuel changes are pushing gas prices higher across Georgia, with drivers beginning to feel the impact at the pump.

The statewide average now stands at $2.78 per gallon, up nine cents from last week and 12 cents higher than last month. Despite the recent increase, prices remain 16 cents lower than this time last year.

March 2, 2026

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Mortgage Rates Fall Below 6%, Bringing New Momentum to Northwest Georgia Housing Market

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Mortgage rates have dipped below the 6% mark for the first time in months, offering potential relief to home buyers and renewed opportunity for sellers across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia.

March 1, 2026

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Foggy Start, Big Warmup Ahead for Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia – Record Highs Possible by Weekend

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Chattooga County and the rest of Northwest Georgia are waking up to patchy fog this Sunday morning, but clearer skies are quickly taking over as high pressure settles across the region. The National Weather Service in Peachtree City, Georgia says mostly clear conditions will dominate today after the fog dissipates shortly after sunrise. Dry weather is expected to continue through Monday as a strong surface high builds down the Eastern Seaboard.

February 24, 2026

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Georgia Power to Hold Public Meeting on Plant Hammond Groundwater Plan March 24

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Georgia Power will hold a public meeting on March 24 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Rome-Floyd E.C.O. Center, 393 Riverside Parkway, to share details and gather community input on its proposed groundwater remediation plan for Plant Hammond ash ponds 1 and 2.

February 22, 2026

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Wind Advisory Today as Colder Air Moves Into Northwest Georgia

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Breezy northwest winds and a sharp drop in temperatures are impacting Chattooga County and much of Northwest Georgia today, with colder air expected to linger through Monday.

The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. EST Sunday as a tight pressure gradient between a developing Nor’easter and high pressure over the Plains drives strong northwest winds across Georgia.

February 20, 2026

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Trump Makes Whirlwind Rome Stop, Visits The Varsity and Holds Rally at Coosa Steel

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President Donald Trump made a whirlwind visit to Rome on Thursday, stopping at The Varsity before ending the day with a rally at Coosa Steel where he praised his tariff policies to a loud, energized crowd.

February 20, 2026

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New & Living Way Church and Highland Rivers Behavioral Health to Host Suicide Prevention Training in Rome

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Residents from across Northwest Georgia are invited to attend a free suicide prevention training this weekend at New & Living Way Church in Rome.

February 19, 2026

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Above-Average Heat, Strong Storms Possible This Weekend in Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia

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Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia can expect above-average to near-record high temperatures today and Friday before rain and possible strong storms move into the area this weekend.