Cherokee County, Alabama
Georgia Power crews in the field Saturday following Hurricane Isaias
-News Release- As the now-downgraded Hurricane Isaias exits the state, Georgia Power continues to assess and repair damage caused by high winds, fallen trees and heavy rain across much of the state. Since the storm entered the state overnight, Georgia Power has restored power to more than 60,000 customers. As of 10 a.m...
Oct 10, 2026
Red Cross Has Safety Reminders as Hurricane Isaias Strengthens
-News Release- Isaias, the first hurricane of the Atlantic season, has the potential to impact parts of Georgia with gusty winds, heavy rainfall, and possible tornadoes. The American Red Cross is preparing to respond and urges anyone in the storm's path to get their households ready now. According to the National Weath...
Oct 9, 2026
Faces of Hope - Breast Cancer Awareness Month - Carol Yagadics
-Atrium Health Floyd- When Carol Yagadics began experiencing pain in one of her breasts, she initially planned to wait until her already scheduled mammogram two months away. Her husband disagreed. So did her two sons and a friend at work. Their encouragement led her to make an appointment that changed her life. As Brea...
Oct 6, 2026
Firefighters battle wildfires near the state line on Tuesday
-WEIS Radio- Highway 411 fires brought six fire departments and additional emergency agencies to Cherokee County Tuesday afternoon, Sept. 29. The grass and brush fires spread along U.S. Highway 411 between the Alabama-Georgia state line and County Road 45. According to an eyewitness, sparks came from a vehicle during a...
Sep 30, 2026
Governor suspends gas sales tax
-News Release- Governor Brian P. Kemp today declared a state of emergency due to global market volatility and suspended the state's motor fuel excise tax for a period of 30 days. The suspension will take effect at 12:01 a.m. on September 29 and run through October 29. The governor's executive order declaring the state ...
Sep 28, 2026



