Funeral services were held yesterday for the victim of a house fire in Lyerly. Officials believe that the fire that took the life of sixty-eight-year-old Danny Millican may have been started accidentally.
Georgia Labor Commissioner Mark Butler says that the labor market in our part of the state is great for workers, but tough for employers looking to hire.
An upcoming festival in Lyerly will host lumberjacks, carnival rides and live music by American Idol golden ticket winner Corey Curtis.
LaFayette Police stopped a suspected DUI driver following a citizen call from the local grocery store parking lot on North Main.
On Friday, Georgia Governor Brian P. Kemp announced the establishment of a Healthcare Workforce Commission to address challenges in the hiring and retention of healthcare workers, including nurses, physicians, respiratory therapists, emergency medical personnel, and other clinical and non-clinical personnel.
Georgia Highlands College has appointed Jessica Lindberg as the new Dean of Humanities. Lindberg will oversee the School of Humanities, which includes Art, Communication, English, Film, Music, and Spanish.
Earlier this week, WZQZ news reported about the theft of a pocketbook at the local Walmart. Since that time, Sheriff Mark Schrader says the suspect has been identified.
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A head-on collision near Ga 40 in Rome Friday morning resulted in the death of Louann Bean Loggins, 63 of Summerville. Police said that Loggins was struck head-on by a car that crossed the center line on US 27 near GA 140 (5600 block).
Worm castings for sale in Lyerly. $30 for a 50 lb. bag. Call 706-290-3090
Chattooga County Tax Commissioner Joy Hampton says that a company sending out mail solicitations about purchasing land in Chattooga County is causing some concern.