A Trion man was arrested in Floyd County after authorities say he illegally dumped a large amount of debris along Sikes Story Road.
Chattooga County officials are now accepting applications for an HR/Payroll Administrator, a key position responsible for overseeing payroll operations and a wide range of human resources functions for county government. The role involves preparing and processing bi-weekly payroll, maintaining payroll records, and handling required reporting to ensure employees are paid accurately and on time.
Former President Donald Trump announced Wednesday that he is endorsing Clay Fuller in the crowded special election to replace former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene in Georgia’s 14th Congressional District.
As fans across the country get ready for Sunday’s big matchup, AAA is urging drivers in Chattooga County and across Northwest Georgia to make one decision before the first celebration begins: plan a safe ride home. AAA – The Auto Club Group says game day parties, alcohol, and late-night driving can be a dangerous mix, and they’re reminding everyone that a fun weekend can turn tragic with one poor choice behind the wheel.
Residents across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia are encouraged to take part in a community-wide effort to help local families this weekend as area Scouts prepare for a special drive-thru food drive happening Saturday, February 7, 2026. The event is part of Scouting America’s annual “Scouting for Food” campaign and will directly benefit the Community Resource Center of Chattooga County, which serves families facing food insecurity throughout the area.
Two people were arrested in Summerville after police say officers responded repeatedly to a residence on Scoggins Street following multiple 911 calls reporting an escalating disturbance involving alcohol and loud arguing.
MRS. KAY WORSHAM, age 83 of Summerville, Georgia passed away Thursday, February 5, 2025 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Trion, Georgia to the late Ralph Henry Housch and Mary Elizabeth Betty Tribble Housch on May 3, 1942. She was retired Home Economics for Chattooga County High School, a member of Pennville Church of Christ, and in addition to Parents, was preceded in death by her husband the late William C. (Bill) Worsham and a sister the late Ann Brooks.
Surviving are her daughter, Laura Graham; son, Jeremy (Brenda) Worsham; grandchildren, Jay (Kaylee) Williams, Wendy (Tripp) Worsham, Jud Williams, and Kylin Graham; great granddaughter, Whitlee Williams; sister, Jane (Jim) Parker; brother, Dale (Honey) Housch; several Nieces and Nephews also survive.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, February 7th, at 1:00 P.M. from the Pennville Church of Christ with Ministers Robbie Eversole and Brad Hayes officiating, interment in Greenhills Memory Garden. Active Pallbearers David Parker, Derrick Parker, Charles Cooper, Noah McQuese, Ben Housch, Erick Housch, and Eli McQuese. The Family will receive friends Friday from 5 until 8 P.M. at the Funeral Home.
Earle Rainwater Funeral Home in charge of arrangements for Mrs. Kay Worsham who passed away Thursday morning.
Mrs. Gaynelle Denise Goodson, age 66, of Summerville, GA, died Thursday, January 29, 2026, at Pruitt Health – Shepherd Hills.
Gaynelle was born January 23, 1960, in Summerville, GA, daughter of the late Grady Ledford and Betty Lowrance. She was a homemaker and was Church of God by faith.
Gaynelle was a lady of many talents; singing, writing poetry, and picking guitar. She had a amazing love for her family and friends and always told everyone, “I love you with my whole heart.” She had a heart of gold with a little sass and could make anyone laugh with her quirky comebacks and jokes. She was born and raised in Chattooga and Walker Counties. She met and fell in love with Leonard Felton Goodson. They got married and had four children together, and Felton’s oldest daughter made five. Together, they had four daughters and one son. They were both amazing, loving parents and grandparents.
Gaynelle worked several mill jobs including at Roper and Best Manufacturing. She then settled in as a homemaker. She loved country music, rock, and Gospel, and she had a beautiful voice. She loved her husband and kids, her parents, her siblings, her family, and her friends, and enjoyed having family reunions and gatherings. She could spend all day long outside soaking up the sun and telling stories of her childhood. She made sure to tell her loved ones every day, “I love you with my whole heart,” and every night, she would say, “Goodnight. I love you. Sweet dreams.” She fought long and hard and her greatest fear was leaving behind her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. What a beautiful blessing she was to her entire family and all of her friends, and she was dearly loved and will be missed by everyone.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Felton Goodson; step-daughter, Angie Hennessee; and a granddaughter, Kali Harris.
Survivors include her son, Shaun (Jessica) Goodson; daughters, Jennifer Goodson Webber, Misty Goodson and Shannon Goodson; brothers, Grady Eugene (Doodle) Ledford, Wesley Ledford, Randall Brock, Avery Brock, and Matt (Amy) Lowrance; a sister, Sandra (Dennis) Gray; 13 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Saturday, February 7, 2026, from the Mason Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Blake Hughes officiating. Interment will follow in Wesley Chapel Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be Ashton Goodson, Dayton Goodson, Kaitlyn Goodson, Zackary Hart, Randall Brock, and Matt Lowrance. Honorary pallbearers will be Rusty Hamilton and four grandchildren.
Mrs. Goodson will be in state at Mason Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from 10:00 A.M. until the hour of service on Saturday.
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.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Thursday, February 5, 2026:
Folks across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia are waking up to a gray, chilly start this Thursday, February 5, 2026, with widespread low clouds hanging tough through the morning hours. A steady northwest breeze is adding an extra bite to the air, and temperatures early today are stuck in the 30s across much of the area. Even though the morning may feel damp and dreary, it’s not a rainy setup—just low clouds and cool air lingering behind the departing weather system.