Polk County
Bear sightings in Metro-Atlanta, few reports in Rome
-Staff reports- Although there have been few black bear sightings in our immediate area this spring, there have been some bear sightings in metro-Atlanta. David Gregory with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources Office in Floyd Springs was a guest on WRGA's First News with Doug Walker on Thursday. "We may no...
Jun 04, 2026
Georgia PSC approves plan to lower overall rates, deliver annual savings of $50 per year for Georgia Power residential customers
-Georgia Power News Release- The Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC) today approved a plan to lower overall rates for customers and deliver annual savings of approximately $50 per year, or $4.04 per month, for the typical residential customer using an average of 1,000 kilowatt-hours a month. Total annual savings fo...
Jun 02, 2026
Georgia gas prices continue to fall
-AAA South- Georgia gas prices are continuing to fall, giving drivers some relief at the pump. The drop follows lower crude oil prices tied to reported Iran peace talks, though uncertainty remains. With global energy markets still volatile, drivers should keep seeking ways to save on fuel. "Georgia drivers are fin...
Jun 01, 2026
Gas prices hold steady, but remain high
-AAA South- While gas prices remain steady, they continue to put pressure on travel budgets. "Right now, the statewide average for regular gas is $3.99 a gallon, which is still about 50 cents below Georgia's record high we saw in 2022," said Montrae Waiters, spokeswoman for AAA - The Auto Club Group. "Ev...
May 26, 2026
Flood Watch in effect
-National Weather Service- A Flood Watch is in effect for our area through Tuesday evening. Flooding from excessive rainfall remains possible in portions of Northwest Georgia. Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying, flood-prone areas. Flooding may occur in poor drainage ...
May 26, 2026



