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Red Flag Warning Issued for Dade County Amid Dangerous Fire Conditions

Tuesday, December 30

A Red Flag Warning will be in effect for Dade County and other parts of Georgia today from noon until 7 p.m., as weather conditions create a heightened risk for wildfires. According to forecasters, elevated winds with gusts reaching up to 25 miles per hour,... Read More.

New Georgia Laws Take Effect Thursday, Bringing Changes to Courts, Elections, Insurance and Healthcare

Monday, December 29

Several new Georgia laws will take effect Thursday, January 1, 2026, ushering in changes that impact courts, elections, insurance, healthcare, vehicle registration and consumer protections across the state. One of the new measures, the Georgia Courts Access and Consumer Protection Act, creates new regulations for... Read More.

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Brrr….Winter Weather is back!

Monday, December 29

A strong cold front is sweeping across northwest Georgia, bringing sharply colder temperatures and gusty winds, according to the National Weather Service. Forecasters say temperatures will fall steadily through the day as the front moves from northwest to southeast across the region. Residents can expect... Read More.

Dade County BOLO Leads to Officer-Involved Shooting in Alabama

Monday, December 29

A Dade County–issued “Be on the Lookout” alert led to an officer-involved shooting Saturday in neighboring Alabama, leaving a Virginia woman injured after a multi-agency pursuit, authorities said. According to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), special agents with ALEA’s State Bureau of Investigation have... Read More.

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Lookout Mountain Elementary Teacher Charged With Child Abuse After Ruby Falls Incident

Sunday, December 28

A first-grade teacher at Lookout Mountain Elementary School has been charged with child abuse following an incident involving her own children at the Ruby Falls parking lot, according to police. Heather Pecht was arrested Friday, Dec. 26, and charged with two counts of child abuse... Read More.

UPDATED: Holiday Traffic Enforcement Leads to Hundreds of Arrests, Nine Fatalities Statewide

Saturday, December 27

The Georgia Department of Public Safety has released its activity report detailing traffic enforcement and crash statistics during the Christmas holiday period, highlighting the impact of increased patrols across the state. According to the report, which reflects activity by the Georgia State Patrol only and... Read More.

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Sheriff: Gun Left on Nightstand Before Christmas Shooting of Toddler

Friday, December 26

A 2-year-old Rock Spring child remains in critical condition after being shot in the head on Christmas morning, an incident Walker County Sheriff Steve Wilson says began with a handgun left on a bedroom nightstand the night before. Sheriff Wilson provided new details about the... Read More.

Lady Wolverines Alumni Night Set for Jan. 5 —Longtime Coach Gene Durden To Appear

Friday, December 26

Lady Wolverines Alumni Night Set for Jan. 5 — Coach Gene Durden to Appear TRENTON, Ga. — Dade County Schools will host Lady Wolverines Alumni Night on Monday, January 5, 2026, celebrating former Lady Wolverine athletes with a special appearance by longtime coach Gene Durden. During... Read More.

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Transfer Station Open Today Despite Government Closure

Friday, December 26

Transfer Station Open Today Despite Government Closure Even though county government offices are closed today, the Dade County Transfer Station is open and operating under regular business hours. Residents may use the transfer station as normal today

2-Year-Old Critically Injured in Christmas Morning Shooting in Walker County

Friday, December 26

A 2-year-old child from Rock Spring is in critical condition after being shot in the head Christmas morning, according to Walker County Sheriff Steve Wilson. Walker County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a home on Tarvin Road at approximately 9:50 a.m. on Christmas Day. First... Read More.

Red Flag Warning Issued for Dade County Amid Dangerous Fire Conditions

New Georgia Laws Take Effect Thursday, Bringing Changes to Courts, Elections, Insurance and Healthcare

Brrr….Winter Weather is back!

Dade County BOLO Leads to Officer-Involved Shooting in Alabama

Lookout Mountain Elementary Teacher Charged With Child Abuse After Ruby Falls Incident

UPDATED: Holiday Traffic Enforcement Leads to Hundreds of Arrests, Nine Fatalities Statewide

Sheriff: Gun Left on Nightstand Before Christmas Shooting of Toddler

Lady Wolverines Alumni Night Set for Jan. 5 —Longtime Coach Gene Durden To Appear

Transfer Station Open Today Despite Government Closure

2-Year-Old Critically Injured in Christmas Morning Shooting in Walker County

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