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October 11, 2026

Improving Weather Expected Sunday As Remnants Of Isaias Move Away From Northwest Georgia

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Residents across Chattooga County can expect improving weather conditions Sunday as the remnants of Post-Tropical Cyclone Isaias continue moving away from Northwest Georgia following Saturday’s heavy rainfall, strong winds and storm damage.

October 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Pack 38 Cub Scouts Enjoy First Campout At Camp Sidney Dew

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Cub Scouts from Pack 38 recently experienced their first campout at Camp Sidney Dew, enjoying a weekend filled with outdoor adventures, teamwork and opportunities to build lasting friendships.

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

Walker County Approves Land Swap For New Fire Rescue Headquarters In Rock Spring

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Walker County is moving forward with plans for a new Fire Rescue headquarters and replacement for Fire Station 1 in Rock Spring.

October 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Warm, Sunny Thursday Before Tropical System Brings Weekend Rain And Wind

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Chattooga County will see another warm and dry day today, but residents should keep an eye on the forecast as a tropical system moving toward the Gulf Coast could bring heavy rain, gusty winds and possibly severe weather to Northwest Georgia this weekend.

October 6, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia State Patrol Adds Ford Broncos For Off-Road Emergency Response

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The Georgia State Patrol is adding a different type of vehicle to its familiar fleet of patrol cars and SUVs — Ford Broncos equipped for off-road emergency response.

October 6, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Plans $5 Million Broadband Expansion Through 2030

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Chattooga County is planning a major expansion and upgrade of broadband service over the next several years, with an estimated $5 million identified for the effort in the county’s newly adopted five-year Community Work Program.

October 6, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Deadline Approaching For Appalachian Regional Commission Funding

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Local governments and eligible organizations in Chattooga County have only a few days remaining to submit pre-applications for the next round of Appalachian Regional Commission funding.

October 5, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Dry, Pleasant Weather Returns Before Weekend Rain Chances Increase

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A stretch of drier and more seasonable early-October weather is settling into northwest Georgia following the passage of a cold front, but forecasters say rain chances will return by the weekend as Gulf moisture begins moving back into the region.

October 4, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Black Bear Activity Prompts Safety Reminder Across Northeast Alabama And Northwest Georgia

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Recent black bear activity in northeast Alabama, combined with bear sightings across Northwest Georgia, is providing a timely reminder for residents to take precautions around their homes and while spending time outdoors.