Chattooga County residents are invited to attend the First Annual Chattooga County Health Fair on April 12, 2025, from 8:00 AM to Noon at the Chattooga County Agricultural Center, located at 40 Middle School Rd. in Summerville.
The Trion High School wrestling team is sending a powerhouse contingent of nine wrestlers to the 2025 GHSA Traditional Wrestling State Championships! After a season of grit and determination, the Bulldogs have earned their place among the state’s elite and will compete February 13-15 at the Macon Centreplex. The nine Bulldog grapplers representing Trion at the 1A State Tournament are: Sammy Edgeworth (106 lbs), Lane Broome (113 lbs), Silas Mills (120 lbs), Jason Jenkins (126 lbs), Logan Potts (132 lbs), Coleman Lee (144 lbs), Clayton Loughridge (157 lbs), Brandon Chandler (175 lbs), and Lane Harris (190 lbs). Their hard work and commitment throughout the season have culminated in this well-deserved opportunity to compete on the biggest stage. Wrestling enthusiasts can show their support by purchasing tickets exclusively on GoFan. For those unable to attend in person, all matches will be streamed live on the NFHS Network through TrackWrestling. Good luck to the Trion Bulldog Wrestlers in Macon.
The 2025 Traditional Wrestling State Championships, presented by the U.S. Army, are set to kick off February 13th at the Macon Centreplex, promising three days of intense competition and thrilling matchups. Wrestlers from across the state of Georgia will converge to battle for coveted state titles. Among those vying for victory are three talented athletes from Chattooga High School: Gavin Carlton, Fletcher Crowe, and Bryson Rutledge. These wrestlers have proven their mettle throughout the season, consistently demonstrating the skill and dedication necessary to reach the pinnacle of high school wrestling in Georgia. While the Chattooga team is well-represented, they will unfortunately be without Landon Carlton, who is sidelined due to an injury. Fans eager to witness the action can purchase tickets exclusively through GoFan. For those unable to attend in person, all matches will be streamed live on the NFHS Network via TrackWrestling, ensuring comprehensive coverage of the tournament. The Chattooga community extends its best wishes to Gavin Carlton, Fletcher Crowe, and Bryson Rutledge as they represent the Indians at the state level.
A man from Floyd County, Joshua Cain Storey, who spent 26 years in prison, claims that investigators created false evidence and hid proof that could have cleared him during a 1996 investigation into the death of Brian Bowling. Storey filed an amended complaint, arguing that Floyd County police violated his constitutional rights during the investigation.
A property dispute between two couples escalated into arrests last week on Raccoon Creek Road, according to a report released by the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies responded to a call on Friday, February 6th, 2025, at 111 Raccoon Rd. regarding a domestic disturbance involving Mike and Kay Fulmer and Dorothy and Calvin Brooks.
A routine hearing for stakeholders about the partnership between the Floyd County Sheriff’s Office and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) drew strong community interest on Wednesday. The training room was full, with people expressing fear and confusion over recent immigration raids in the U. S.
The Northwest Georgia Center for Independent Living (NWGA CIL) is excited to host its Open House and Silent Auction on February 26, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at its location at 527 Broad Street, Suite 101 in Rome.
Governor Brian P. Kemp announced the appointment of Josh Lamb as the new director of the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency (GEMA/HS).
The Georgia House of Representatives resumed on February 3rd for the fourth week of the 2025 legislative session, marking Legislative Day 10. The focus is on passing a balanced budget, which was approved with bipartisan support. This budget totals $40. 5 billion and includes $2. 7 billion in surplus funds for education, healthcare, and public safety. Key allocations include funding for Hurricane Helene recovery, $145 million for the Governor’s Emergency Fund, and support for rural hospitals. There are also investments in housing and school security. The budget will go to the Senate for review. Additionally, House Bill 268 addresses school safety by creating a safety database and establishing mental health coordinator positions. You can read State Rep. Eddie Lumsden’s complete legislative report below:
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) Commercial Gambling Unit has identified widespread violations of state law involving illegal cash payouts from Coin-Operated Amusement Machines (COAM) at 32 businesses in Rome and Floyd County. The violations, uncovered during an undercover operation that began last March, resulted in citations issued to the businesses and the immediate disabling of the implicated machines. The GBI, supported by the Rome Police Department, targeted businesses across the city and county.
As immigration policies continue to dominate national headlines, the spotlight shines on Northwest Georgia, where three sheriffs’ offices maintain agreements with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Floyd, Whitfield, and Polk Counties currently participate in the 287(g) program, an agreement that compensates local law enforcement agencies for housing immigration detainees.