Dry weather is expected to continue across northwest Georgia through Friday as high pressure remains in control of the region.
The Trion Lady Bulldogs take the field today with a chance to bring home a Georgia High School Association Class A Division II State Soccer Championship as they face Irwin County in the title match.
A brand-new spring fair is coming to Rome later this month as the inaugural Coosa Valley Spring Fair prepares to open at the Coosa Valley Fairgrounds beginning May 22.
A Silver Creek teenager arrested earlier this week after allegedly discharging a handgun on the campus of Armuchee High School is now facing several additional charges, according to Floyd County Jail records.
An upcoming online event focused on self-advocacy and personal empowerment is set for Tuesday, May 20 at 1 p.m. through Zoom.
The program encourages participants to “speak up, be heard, and make a difference” by learning skills related to self-expression, confidence, decision-making, and community support.
According to event organizers, the self-advocacy session will focus on helping individuals better understand how to express their thoughts, needs, and personal boundaries while building confidence in everyday situations.
Topics highlighted for the event include:
- Knowing your voice and learning how to communicate your needs
- Building confidence to speak up in everyday life
- Making choices that are right for you
- Connecting with others in a supportive community environment
The virtual meeting will be held through Zoom on May 20 beginning at 1 p.m. Organizers say the event is designed to encourage participants to be bold, be themselves, and be heard.
The Zoom meeting link listed on the promotional flyer is:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89901085584
Emergency responders were called to the CVS parking lot on Rome Boulevard in Summerville Thursday following a single-vehicle accident involving a Ford Explorer.
According to a crash report filed by the Summerville Police Department, the accident happened at approximately 1:30 p.m. on May 14. The driver, identified as 67-year-old Margaret Tapp of Summerville, was traveling through the CVS parking lot when the vehicle struck a fixed object identified as a pole near the building.
The report indicates the 2004 Ford Explorer sustained disabling front-end damage and was removed from the scene by Luallen’s Wrecker Service. Authorities noted there were no signs of alcohol or drug involvement, and no citations were listed in the report.
A diagram included in the accident report shows the SUV traveling south through the parking lot before colliding with the pole adjacent to the CVS building. Witness information was also documented at the scene.
The Summerville Police Department investigated the incident. No injuries were listed in the report.
Representatives from the Georgia Department of Transportation addressed the public Monday ahead of the Rome City Commission meeting, providing an update on the ongoing Second Avenue widening project.
A Summerville resident pursuing her education at Georgia Northwestern Technical College has received a $1,000 scholarship from the National Technical Honor Society.
Chattooga County School Nutrition officials have announced the return of the Summer Feeding Program for 2026, providing free meals for children throughout the summer months.
Summerville Montessori School will celebrate the end of the school year with a community parade on Thursday, May 21 beginning at 5 p.m.
Organizers say the parade will travel from Chattooga High School to Summerville Montessori School as students, families, and community members come together to celebrate the accomplishments of students throughout the year.
School officials are also extending a special invitation to any high school graduate who previously attended Summerville Montessori to serve as grand marshals for the parade. Graduates interested in participating are asked to arrive at Chattooga High School by 4:30 p.m. to line up before the parade begins.
Community members are encouraged to line the parade route and help celebrate local seniors and Montessori students during the event.
Organizers say the parade is intended to honor the hard work and achievements of students while bringing the community together for an evening celebration.