Monday, April 1, 2024–10:11 a.m. -National Weather Service- A strong cold front advancing into north Georgia on Tuesday evening will bring a round of thunderstorms into the area. There is a Slight Risk (level 2 out of 5) for severe thunderstorms in portions of northwest Georgia immediately ahead of the front. The cold front and associated thunderstorms…… Continue Reading
Monday, April 1, 2024–8:17 a.m. -AAA South- A little relief at the pump as Georgia gas prices decreased compared to a week ago. Drivers are paying an average price of $3.32 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline, which is 3 cents less than a week ago. That is still 12 cents more than a month ago, and 10 cents…… Continue Reading
Saturday, March 30, 2024–7:00 p.m. -News Release- Coosa Valley Credit Union (CVCU) is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place To Work® for the 3rd year in a row. The prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at CVCU. This year, 94% of employees said it’s a great place To Work…… Continue Reading
Monday, March 25, 2024–11:25 a.m. -National Weather Service- The National Weather Service has extended a Wind Advisory, which is now in effect until 2 p.m. Tuesday. Southeast winds of 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph are expected. Locally stronger gusts in mountainous terrain may be possible. The advisory is for portions…… Continue Reading
Monday, March 25, 2024–10:08 a.m. -AAA South- Georgia’s gas price average held steady compared to a week ago. Drivers are paying an average price of $3.35 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline. Monday’s state average was the same as a week ago, 22 cents more than a month ago, and 13 cents more than this time last year. …… Continue Reading
Sunday, March 24, 2024–5:00 p.m. -National Weather Service- The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory from midnight Sunday through 8 a.m. on Tuesday. Southeast winds of 10 to 25 mph and gusts of 30 to 45 mph are expected for portions of north-central, northeast, and northwest Georgia. The advisory area includes Floyd, Bartow,…… Continue Reading
Saturday, March 23, 2024–1:42 p.m. -Georgia Department of Public Health- The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is urging parents to make sure their children are up to date with their measles vaccinations. Measles vaccination is important for all children to prevent measles infection and reduce the risk of community transmission, but it is especially…… Continue Reading
Wednesday, March 20, 2024–5:42 p.m. -WBHF Radio- A man employed as a bus driver for the Cartersville City School System was recently arrested on two counts of child molestation. 65-year-old David Ignacio Rodriguez is also charged with two counts of first-degree child cruelty, and sexual battery. The alleged acts occurred between September 1, 2023, and…… Continue Reading
Monday, March 18, 2024–2:00 p.m. -AAA South- Georgia gas prices spiked during the St. Patrick’s Day weekend. Georgia drivers are paying an average price of $3.35 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline. Monday’s state average is 15 cents more than a week ago, 19 cents more than a month ago, and 12 cents more than this time last year. It now costs…… Continue Reading
Sunday, March 17, 2024–6:34 p.m. -Georgia Department of Transportation- The Georgia Department of Transportation has announced that the right eastbound lane of Highway 140 near Adairsville will be closed this week between Old Highway 140 and Big Ditch Road. The lane will be closed from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. each day Monday through Thursday.…… Continue Reading