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September 19, 2026

Georgia DNR Reminds North Georgia Residents To Be BearWise This Fall

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As cooler weather approaches and more people head outdoors, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources is reminding Northwest Georgia residents that fall is also an especially active feeding period for black bears.

September 18, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Heat And Dry Weather Affecting Early Deer Season In Northwest Georgia

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Georgia’s archery deer season is underway, but hunters across Northwest Georgia are dealing with unusually hot and dry conditions during the opening days of the season.

September 13, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Firewise Adventure Day To Bring First Responders, Scouting And Outdoor Education To Camp Sidney Dew

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Families from across Northwest Georgia are invited to Camp Sidney Dew next Saturday for a free family event featuring emergency vehicles, first responders, outdoor education and Scouting activities.

August 24, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia DNR Revitalizes Statewide Water Safety Program

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The Georgia Department of Natural Resources is revitalizing a statewide program aimed at preventing drownings and other water-related injuries, with hundreds of new life jackets being made available to people enjoying Georgia’s lakes, rivers and other waterways.

August 11, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Heat Builds Across Northwest Georgia Today, Hotter Days Ahead

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Another hot summer day is on tap across Northwest Georgia today, with temperatures climbing into the lower 90s and heat index values reaching the triple digits as an increasingly hot weather pattern begins to take hold.

June 13, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Storm Chances Return After Hot Saturday Across Northwest Georgia

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A hot and mainly dry Saturday is expected across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia, with temperatures climbing to around 92 degrees this afternoon. When humidity is factored in, heat index values could approach 99 degrees, making it feel significantly hotter during the peak afternoon hours.

June 12, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Heat And Storm Chances Increase Across Chattooga County This Weekend

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A taste of summer’s full force is arriving in Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia as temperatures climb into the 90s and humidity pushes heat index values close to — and in some locations above — 100 degrees through the weekend.

June 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Stormy Pattern Keeps Northwest Georgia on Alert This Week

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A damp and unsettled weather pattern will remain parked over North Georgia this week, bringing repeated opportunities for showers and thunderstorms across Chattooga County and surrounding areas.

June 4, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Mosquito Population Expected To Surge Across Georgia This Summer

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Georgians may want to keep the bug spray handy this summer as experts warn that mosquito populations are expected to be especially active across the state.

May 22, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Asian Longhorned Tick Confirmed in Georgia and Alabama

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Agriculture and animal health officials in Georgia and Alabama are urging livestock owners, pet owners, and outdoor enthusiasts to be on alert after the Asian Longhorned Tick was confirmed in multiple counties across the region.