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October 9, 2026

Chattooga County Commissioner Declares State Of Emergency Ahead Of Hurricane Isaias

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Chattooga County Commissioner Andy Allen has declared a local State of Emergency for Chattooga County as the county prepares for potentially dangerous weather associated with Hurricane Isaias.

October 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Friday – October 9, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Friday, October 9, 2026:

October 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Hurricane Isaias To Bring Damaging Winds, Heavy Rain And Tornado Threat To Northwest Georgia This Weekend

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Residents across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia are being urged to prepare for a potentially dangerous weekend as Hurricane Isaias approaches the northern Gulf Coast, bringing the threat of damaging winds, flooding and tornadoes to the region.

October 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Power Data Breach Affects About 300,000 Customers

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Georgia Power is notifying approximately 300,000 customers after hackers gained access to personal information through the utility company’s online customer portal.

October 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

North Georgia EMC Operation Round Up Awards Nearly $5,000 To Organizations Serving Chattooga County

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Nine nonprofit organizations serving Chattooga County are receiving nearly $5,000 through North Georgia EMC’s Operation Round Up program.

October 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Home Sales Decline In September As Prices And Inventory Remain Elevated

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Home sales slowed in Chattooga County during September compared with the same month last year, even as the average selling price increased and prospective buyers continued to see a growing selection of available properties.

October 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

GNTC Educator Selected To Present Artificial Intelligence Research At Two National Conferences

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An educator at Georgia Northwestern Technical College is gaining national recognition for her work helping instructors adapt to the growing use of artificial intelligence in education.

October 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Kemp Extends Georgia Gas Tax Suspension Through November 5

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Georgia motorists will continue getting a break at the gas pump after Governor Brian Kemp extended the state’s suspension of motor fuel taxes through November 5.

October 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

National Weather Service Warns Of Prolonged Strong Winds Across Northwest Georgia This Weekend

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The National Weather Service in Peachtree City is warning residents across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia to prepare for an extended period of strong, gusty winds beginning Friday night and continuing through Sunday morning.

October 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Gov. Kemp Declares State Of Emergency For All 159 Georgia Counties Ahead Of Hurricane Isaias

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Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has issued an updated State of Emergency covering all 159 Georgia counties as Hurricane Isaias approaches the Gulf Coast, bringing the threat of damaging winds, heavy rainfall, flooding and possible tornadoes to the state.