A Cold Weather Advisory remains in effect this morning until 9 AM as temperatures in the teens are being reported across Chattooga County and the greater Northwest Georgia area. Very cold wind chills ranging from 5 below to 5 above zero are being observed, creating dangerous conditions for anyone exposed for extended periods of time.
The Northwest Georgia Wedding Expo 2026 is set for Sunday, February 1, from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Forum River Center in downtown Rome.
Organizers say the expo will feature more than 40 local wedding vendors, including venues, photographers, caterers, and other industry professionals to help couples plan everything from the ceremony to the reception. The afternoon also includes boutique bridal fashion shows, along with food and drink samples and chances to win prizes.
Tickets are available through Freshtix and AXS. General admission is about $10, with a group option of four tickets for $35.
Event Details: Sunday, February 1, 2026, 1:00–5:00 PM, Forum River Center, 301 Tribune Street, Rome.
The Chattooga County Board of Education is accepting applications for an immediate opening for a full-time General Mechanic position.
Registration is now open for Summerville Parks and Recreation Spring Volleyball, and the regular sign-up deadline is this coming Sunday, February 1.
Officials say the goal of the program is to provide a fun, safe environment where kids can learn the fundamentals of volleyball, build skills, and develop good sportsmanship and character through teamwork. The spring season is scheduled to run from March through mid-May, with teams playing eight regular season games followed by playoffs.
Practices are expected to begin in mid-February, with the regular season starting in late March. Age groups offered include 9/10, 11/12, and 13/14.
Regular registration runs January 1 through Sunday, February 1 and costs $15. Late registration runs February 1 through February 13 and costs $25. The program dates are March 23 through May 14.
Georgia Northwestern Technical College faculty and staff have nominated six instructors for the 2026 Rick Perkins Award of Excellence in Technical Instruction, honoring the Technical College System of Georgia’s top educators for innovation and leadership.
Chattooga High School has released its athletics schedule for this week, featuring basketball action on Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday, along with wrestling on Friday and Saturday.
Today, Tuesday, January 27, the Indians host Gordon Lee for two basketball games with a 6:00 p.m. start time.
On Friday, January 30, Chattooga travels to Gordon Central for three basketball games, beginning at 4:30 p.m.
Wrestling is also on the schedule Friday and Saturday (January 30–31) for the Area Traditional, with times to be announced.
Basketball continues on Saturday, January 31, with Chattooga traveling to Bremen for three games starting at 1:00 p.m.
Another Republican has joined the growing field to replace former State Sen. Colton Moore in Georgia’s 53rd Senate District. Moore resigned from the seat as he campaigns for U.S. Congress, triggering a special election now set for March 10, 2026, with early voting beginning February 16.
Parents looking to strengthen their child’s reading and writing skills have an option starting this week in Summerville. A Reading & Writing Class for home school children ages 6 to 12 is scheduled to begin Wednesday, January 28, at 2:00 p.m. at the Chattooga County Multi-Purpose Center, located at 152 Senior Drive.
The event listing says the in-person class focuses on building confidence through phonics-based reading strategies, guided writing practice, and encouraging daily reading habits. The class is scheduled for Wednesdays from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m., meeting once a week for eight weeks, and is hosted by Nudd Academy.
Chattooga County Sheriff Mark Schrader released a statement to local media explaining the circumstances surrounding the arrest of Billy Joe Dooley following a crash Friday evening that resulted in DUI charges.
The potential is increasing for another significant winter storm to impact parts of the eastern United States this coming weekend. Forecasters emphasize it is still too early to pin down exact details, but confidence is growing that a storm system could develop and move through while very cold air remains in place.
Meteorologists say a disturbance is expected to move out of Canada later this week, helping a stronger low-pressure system form across the East. If that system tracks in the right corridor, it could bring widespread precipitation that may fall as rain, snow, or a mix, depending on where the coldest air sets up. The biggest uncertainties right now include the storm’s timing, track, and strength, which will determine what areas see the greatest impacts.
For Northwest Georgia and the surrounding region, the message for now is preparedness without panic. Residents should keep checking updated forecasts through the week, especially as we get closer to Friday and Saturday when forecast confidence typically improves. Now is also a good time to review weekend travel plans, make sure you have supplies in case of slick roads or power issues, and plan ahead for pets, pipes, and outdoor needs if colder, wetter conditions move in.
