In the aftermath of Monday’s bombings at the Boston Marathon, our thoughts go out to everyone impacted by this senseless act of violence.

"This attack on innocent people is a chilling reminder of the need to always be vigilant, but not fearful, as we go about our daily lives," says GEMA/Homeland Security Director Charley English.

Public safety officials through the Georgia Information Sharing and Analysis Center (GISAC) remain in contact with the appropriate federal, state and local officials in Boston regarding the explosions. The investigation continues and both law enforcement and homeland security agencies are monitoring the situation closely.
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GISAC is updating information in the Homeland Security Information Network, which local law enforcement agencies monitor. Currently, there are no additional threats associated with this act. If any information is developed that impacts Georgia, prompt appropriate actions will be taken.

“Our best weapon against terrorism is you,” Director English adds. “If you see something that doesn’t look right, report it to local authorities.”

GEMA’s Ready Georgia campaign reminds Georgians that there is more to emergency preparedness than your Ready kit. Be aware of your surroundings and report suspicious activities to local law enforcement.

If you see something, say something. 

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The greenhouse at Summerville Middle School  is open each day this week for the spring plant sale this week from 1:00 until 5:30 at the greenhouse.

 The proceeds benefit the agriculture education program at Summerville Middle School. Due to CRCT testing, the greenhouse will not be open until after lunch each day.

A Cedartown man and a Rome woman who were in Boston for the Boston Marathon on Monday were both unharmed in the explosion that rocked the end of the race.

Alexis Headrix, of Rome, was competing in the marathon. She and her family reportedly also were unharmed.  

Dalton State College tuition is going  up $36 per semester. It's the latest round of increases from the State Board of Regents. In-state tuition at Dalton will be $1,459 per semester and athletics fees will go up to $83. There is also a newly mandated $20 recreation fee that students must pay. 

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A brush fire got out of hand Monday, smoking up an entire neighborhood and requiring fire units.

According to the Sheriff's Department report, a burn permit was obtained for a brush fire at a Highway 114 residence, but kids threw trash on the fire which caused it to smoke considerable. Neighbors reportedly thought the house was on fire and several fire units responded. The brush fire was put out and there was no damage reported.  

An Oak Hill Alpine Road, Lyerly, woman reported several items taken from her yard. According to the report, a bag of golf clubs in  Notre Dame bag were taken, as well as a metal took box that fits in the back of a pickup truck. The woman also reported that some of her water pipes and her well pump had been damaged.