Thursday, March 6, 2025–9:12 a.m. -David Crowder, WRGA News- We may have gotten a little rain this week, but there is still a risk of grass and woods fires in Northwest Georgia. According to Seth Hawkins with the Georgia Forestry Commission, this is kind of an odd time of increased fire risk. “Typically, this is…… Continue Reading
Wednesday, March 5, 2025–11:20 a.m. -News Release- Tellus Science Museum is ringing in the spring season with an exciting milestone – the museum’s 3 millionth visitor. The special moment was marked with a surprise celebration as museum staff cheered on the unsuspecting guests who helped the museum achieve this impressive number. “We’ve been keeping a…… Continue Reading
Tuesday, March 4, 2025–6:30 p.m. -National Weather Service- A line of thunderstorms will move through Georgia tonight through Wednesday morning. The thunderstorms may produce damaging winds and a couple brief tornadoes. Strong southerly winds will occur before the storms arrive, and this could result in isolated wind damage as well. The severe threat will conclude…… Continue Reading
Monday, March 3, 2025–11:55 a.m. -AAA South- The Georgia gas price average continues its descent at the pumps compared to a week ago. Georgians now pay an average price of $2.94 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline (subject to change overnight). Monday’s state average is 5 cents less than a week ago, 1 cent more than a month ago, and…… Continue Reading
Monday, March 3, 2025–11:50 a.m. -Sen. Chuck Hufstetler (R–Rome)- Crossover Day—the deadline for bills to pass out of their original chamber and stay in consideration for this session—is quickly approaching, with committee hearings and legislative debates in full swing. This week, we passed HB 67, the Senate’s version of the 2025 amended fiscal year budget. With…… Continue Reading
Monday, March 3, 2025–6:25 a.m. -National Weather Service- A Fire Danger Statement is in effect through 7 PM on Monday. Low relative humidities and dry vegetation will result in hazardous fire weather conditions. Please refer to local burn permitting authorities on whether you may burn outdoors. Outdoor burning is strongly discouraged.… Continue Reading
Sunday, March 2, 2025–12:48 p.m. -Georgia Department of Transportation- We have a detour to tell you about for motorists in Bartow County. Georgia Department of Transportation crews will be reconstructing the intersection of Old Alabama Road and Paga Mine Road beginning Tuesday. The construction will close Paga Mine Road at the intersection and is part…… Continue Reading
Sunday, March 2, 2025–11:30 a.m. -National Weather Service- High fire danger conditions continue for Sunday afternoon and evening for all of north and central Georgia due to low humidities. Relative humidities of 25 percent or less can be expected for 4 or more hours Sunday afternoon and evening. Winds will be northwest at 5 to…… Continue Reading
Saturday, March 1, 2025–1:00 a.m. -National Weather Service- The National Weather Service in Peachtree City has upgraded the Fire Weather Watch to a Red Flag Warning for gusty winds, low relative humidities, and dry fuels, which is in effect from 11 AM to 8 PM EST Saturday. A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire…… Continue Reading
Thursday, February 27, 2025–10:00 a.m. -News Release- Two of Georgia Museums, Inc.’s institutions, Booth Western Art Museum and Tellus Science Museum, have been recognized for their contributions to the museum industry at the annual Georgia Association of Museums (GAM) conference. The awards highlight both museums’ dedication to innovation, accessibility, and education. Booth Western Art Museum…… Continue Reading