Early voting begins today, Tuesday, May 27th, for the party primaries that will select candidates for two important positions on the Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC).
Beginning May 27th, Georgia Power executives will face a second round of hearings before the state Public Service Commission (PSC) to defend their 2025 Integrated Resource Plan (IRP). The plan, which outlines the company’s strategy to meet future energy demands, has drawn criticism for its continued reliance on fossil fuels and perceived insufficient investment in renewable energy sources.
The City of Summerville will hold a Special Called Meeting this evening at 5:30 PM. The meeting will address appointments to the Appeal Board Panel and will focus on the appointment of a member and an alternate to the Appeal Board Panel to hear an employee grievance complaint. Following discussion, the council will take action on the appointment. They will also discuss and appoint additional members to the Appeal Board Panel. The council is also scheduled to enter an Executive Session to discuss litigation and personnel matters. Finally, the meeting will be opened to public comments before adjournment.
Get ready to grab your fishing rod and hit the water! The Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD) is celebrating National Fishing and Boating Week (NFBW) from June 1st to 8th, offering two free fishing days and encouraging Georgians to reconnect with nature. Scott Robinson, Chief of the WRD Fisheries Management Section, emphasized the joy of spending time on the water, whether on a large reservoir or at a local pond. He noted the benefits of fishing and boating, including bonding with family and friends, relieving stress, and supporting conservation efforts through purchases of fishing gear and boating fuel. Celebrate NFBW in Georgia with free fishing days on Saturday, May 31st and Saturday, June 7th, 2025, when residents can fish without a license. Join family fishing events across the state and check out the Angler Academy for kids online for crafts and games. Explore fishing opportunities throughout Georgia’s public areas and state parks. For more information, visit [GeorgiaWildlife.com/nfbw](GeorgiaWildlife.com/nfbw).
For Sale – Craftsman riding mower. Needs drive belt put back on. I have the belt.
$200
706-331-2014
Free tin, several good sheets of different color tin. YOU JUST HAVE TO REMOVE IT. Put on with screws.
Side x side refrigerator with ice maker $100
Maytag clothes dryer $75
I move campers.
706-252-1084
CHURCH IN THE PARK
Please join Calvary Baptist Church for “Church in the Park” on Sun., June 1st at 11:00 am. Meet at Sloppy Floyd Park-Pavilion #1 for an outdoor service with lunch to follow. All are welcome to the service and lunch, as well as afternoon activities for those who want to stay to hike, fish, boat, or relax. $5.00 parking fee applies.
Mr. Matthew Wayne Reynolds, age 51, of Cedar Bluff, AL, died Friday, May 23, 2025, at Atrium Health Floyd Cherokee.
Mr. Reynolds was born March 4, 1974, in Atlanta, GA, son of the late Jimmy T. Harris and Charlotte Faye Smith Wallace. He was of the Pentecostal faith, and prior to his illness, was employed as a foreman with Century Fire Protection.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Frankie Lynn Reynolds.
Survivors include his wife, Tabitha Reynolds; sons, Jared Reynolds, Austin Christensen; daughters, Abby Bryant, Breanna (Jacob) Huff, and Adriana (C.J.) Christensen; a brother, Jason Delk; sisters, Martha Jean (Mark) Foley, and Beth Hamby; and grandchildren, Kinley Huff, Jake Huff, Raelynn Huff, and Malakai Lomnick.
Funeral services for Mr. Reynolds will be held at 1:00 P.M. (E.S.T.) Wednesday, May 28, 2025, from the Mason Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Leon Craig officiating.
Mr. Reynolds will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from 11:00 A.M. (E.S.T.) until the hour of service on Wednesday.
In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests donations be made to the Joe Lee Griffin Hope Lodge, 1104 Ireland Way, Birmingham, AL
35205 or you may call them at (205)558-7860.
To share your condolences with the family online, please visit our website at www.masonfuneralhome.com.
Arrangements are provided by Mason Funeral Home- Summerville, GA.
Mrs. Louise Mitchell Fuller, age 85, of Summerville, GA, died Thursday, May 22, 2025, at Atrium Health Floyd.
Mrs. Fuller was born January 23, 1940, in Centre, AL, daughter of the late Elbert and Dorene Love Mitchell. Prior to her retirement, she was employed with Bigelow-Sanford as well as C.V.S. Mrs. Fuller was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star and volunteered with various activities assisting the Shriners.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest Harold Fuller; and a brother, Marion Mitchell.
Survivors include her son, Larry Fuller; a sister, Jean Watwood; 3 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
Mrs. Fuller will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from 10:00 until 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, May 27, 2025.
There will be no formal funeral service.
In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests donations be made to the Chattooga Shrine Club.
To share your condolences with the family online, please visit our website at www.masonfuneralhome.com.
Arrangements are provided by Mason Funeral Home- Summerville, GA.
Due to an issue with our website host, we are unable to post the arrest report for Monday, May 26, 2025 on our website. Here is a link to view today’s arrest report on the WZQZ Facebook Page: