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February 22, 2026

Hardee’s Comeback Brewing in Northwest Georgia After Late-2025 Closures; Hiring Underway in Rome, Calhoun, Adairsville

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More than 30 Hardee’s restaurants across Georgia abruptly closed in late 2025 following a major franchise dispute between Hardee’s parent company, CKE Restaurants, and one of its largest operators, ARC Burger.

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.

February 19, 2026

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Details Limited Ahead of President Trump’s Planned Thursday Visit to Rome

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Official information about President Donald Trump’s planned visit to Rome today remains limited, but local residents are watching closely for updates on expected travel routes and traffic impacts.

February 15, 2026

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Rainy Sunday Into Monday for Chattooga County, Then Springlike Warm-Up Across Northwest Georgia

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Chattooga County and much of Northwest Georgia are seeing a shift toward unsettled weather as a strong storm system moves through the Southeast, bringing widespread rainfall and the chance for isolated thunderstorms from Sunday through early Monday morning.

February 14, 2026

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Dry Weekend Start Followed by Widespread Rain Across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia

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Chattooga County and the rest of Northwest Georgia will enjoy dry and mild conditions through Saturday, with afternoon highs generally reaching the 60s. Higher elevations may remain in the 40s and 50s, but overall temperatures will stay above seasonal averages.

February 13, 2026

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Shenandoah Brings Classic Country Hits to Rome’s Forum River Center March 6

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Classic country favorites are headed to Northwest Georgia as Shenandoah takes the stage at the Forum River Center in Rome on Friday, March 6, with special guest Kenny Whitmire.

February 13, 2026

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GNTC Names O’Darius Davis as 2026 Matthew Vroman Memorial Scholarship Recipient

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Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) has announced O’Darius Davis as the 2026 recipient of the Matthew Vroman Memorial Scholarship.

February 13, 2026

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Salvation Army of Rome Reports Holiday Fundraising Growth, Still Seeks Year-Round Donations to Support Programs

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The Salvation Army of Rome says it saw an uptick in fundraising during the most recent holiday season compared to the previous year, but leaders emphasize donations are still needed to support operating expenses and critical services throughout the year.