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Flood damage struck this small business days after big win

Businesses in McCaysville and Copperhill, Tennessee are devastated following historic flooding in the area. Joining us live to discuss the impacts is Gavin Loth, the COO of Bearfoot in Blue Ridge, a local soap-making company founded by his wife. The catastrophic deluge came only 10 days after the business earned top honors in the Best of Tennessee awards. You can help Gavin and his wife at the following link: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-bearfoot-in-blue-ridge-recover-after-the-flood.

Copperhill, TN · 2d
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North Georgia braces for freeze watch Saturday

Atlanta, GA · 13h

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North Georgia flooding: False claims, road closures, tetanus shots, school

Fannin County officials say a viral video falsely blamed the McCaysville flooding on a dam release; they say extraordinary rainfall overwhelmed waterways and drainage systems. Crews and volunteers are clearing debris and restoring roads and utilities. McCaysville’s boil water advisory remains in effect. Residents can find help with cleanup,...

Fannin County, GA · 3d
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Flash Floods Leave the North Georgia Community Shaken

Severe flash floods devastated parts of North Georgia on Nov. 4, prompting Gov. Brian Kemp to declare a state of emergency for four counties: Fannin, Gilmer, Murray and Union which will remain in effect until 11:59 p.m. Nov. 12, 2026. The Weather Channel reported that rainfall rates reached 2 to...

Mccaysville, GA · 3d
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McCaysville intersection reopens after flooding

FANNIN COUNTY, Ga. - The intersection of Blue Ridge Drive and Toccoa Avenue in McCaysville has reopened to traffic, marking another step in the city’s recovery from devastating flooding. What we know:. City crews have been working to clear roads since the floods struck. Drivers may now turn right...

Mccaysville, GA · 1d

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Leaders Of Cobb: After More Than Three Decades With Ed Voyles, Drew Tutton Looks Ahead to a New Chapter

After more than three decades of building relationships, developing employees, and helping grow dealerships within the Ed Voyles Automotive Group, Drew Tutton is beginning a new chapter in his business career. For Tutton, the transition comes with tremendous gratitude for the Voyles family, the opportunities they provided, and the thousands...

Jasper, GA · 3d

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North Georgia faces freezing temps, possible snow flurries

A major cold snap is headed for metro Atlanta and north Georgia as back-to-back cold fronts bring gusty winds, wind chills in the 30s, near-freezing temperatures and the chance for light mountain snow flurries heading into the weekend. In his Wednesday 10 p.m. forecast, FOX 5 meteorologist Jonathan Stacey tracks a few isolated overnight showers across far northern Georgia and wind gusts topping 20 mph before a mild, breezy Thursday "transition day" with afternoon gusts over 25 mph.

Georgia · 1d

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Marketing town a focus for Talking Rock

At the Talking Rock town hall meeting on Nov. 5, Mayor James Bryant recapped the success of the town’s annual Heritage Days festival. The biggest item on the agenda was the proposal for the 2027 fiscal budget. Mayor Bryant emphasized one of the town’s biggest goals for 2027 was to promote the town.

Talking Rock, GA · 3d

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Gov. Kemp extends flood emergency in 4 North Georgia counties

McCaysville has lifted its overnight curfew and reopened the road to Copperhill, Tennessee, as North Georgia continues to recover from severe flooding. Gov. Brian Kemp extended the flood emergency for four counties by another week.

Copperhill, TN · 3h

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Students return to class days after deadly, catastrophic flooding

Schools in Fannin County return to in-person classes one week after devastating floodwaters swept through the area.

Fannin County, GA · 2d

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Flood aftermath sparks Polk Co. parents’ anger as schools stay open despite damages

POLK COUNTY, Tenn. — Some Polk County parents say they were disheartened by the decision to keep schools open Monday, just days after catastrophic flooding hit the area. As residents in and around Copperhill continue cleaning up, parents told school leaders they were worried about sending children to class while families are still dealing with damage and transportation challenges.

Polk County, TN · 3d

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12 North Georgia Thrift Stores Where Hidden Treasures And Bargain Finds Are Worth The Drive

The volunteer ringing up your thrifted lamp could be working toward a house of their own. At one store on this list, future homeowners help staff the floor while they earn their sweat equity hours. A Habitat for Humanity ReStore on this list offers donated furniture, appliances, and building supplies...

North Georgia, GA · 1d

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As flooded town works to rebuild, some wonder what’s next

So many do not know if they will rebuild. Some homes and businesses have been gutted down to the studs.

Mccaysville, GA · 1d

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Hard freeze threat approaches North Georgia

As of Thursday afternoon, FOX 5 Storm Team Meteorologist Marquise Meda is tracking an approaching cold surge set to bring a developing freeze threat and the coldest air in nearly eight months to metro Atlanta and north Georgia. Following mild afternoon temperatures near 64 degrees and an active Freeze Watch issued by the National Weather Service, an approaching frontal boundary will bring a chance for a Thursday night shower in Blairsville before driving overnight lows into the 40s and 30s.

Blairsville, GA · 19h

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Freeze Watch in effect for much of North and West Georgia Friday night

Freeze Watch in effect for much of North and West Georgia Friday night The first winter cold front of the season has pushed through Georgia, and a Freeze Watch is in effect for most of the northwestern third of the state for Friday night. The Watch is in effect from 1 a.m. to 9 a.m. Saturday for Bartow, Carroll, Catoosa, Cherokee, Cobb, Coweta, Dade, Dawson, Douglas, F…

Georgia · 15h

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Tennessee remains in State of Emergency following Polk County flooding

From Local 3 News: Tennessee has elevated its emergency management plan following severe flooding in Polk County, allowing state agencies to coordinate additional support for local recovery efforts. The Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA) activated the State Emergency Operations Center to a Level 4 – Elevated on November 5 in...

Polk County, TN · 1d

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Toys for Tots launches North Georgia campaign with 87,000 toys donated

ATLANTA - Toys for Tots kicked off its annual holiday campaign Thursday at a new Stone Mountain warehouse, where organizers are racing to collect 1 million toys for children in need by Dec. 21. Stone Mountain holiday campaign. What we know:. Gov. Brian Kemp proclaimed Thursday as Toys for Tots...

Stone Mountain, GA · 20h