State Rep. Eddie Lumsden (R-Armuchee) has released his weekly legislative report for the first week of the 2025 Georgia General Assembly.  Rep. Lumsden reported the Georgia House of Representatives started its new session with all members taking the Oath of Office. Jon Burns was re-elected as Speaker of the House, and Jan Jones was re-elected as Speaker Pro Tempore. They held a moment of silence for former President Jimmy Carter, who passed away in December 2024. The House adopted an Adjournment Resolution, setting the session calendar, which ends on April 4, 2025. Governor Brian Kemp delivered his State of the State Address, focusing on recovery from Hurricane Helene and proposing solutions for inflation and tax relief. He emphasized the need for tort reform and emphasized the importance of school safety, proposing additional funding. The House Committee on Assignments announced committee roles. The week ended with a Celebration of Service for Martin Luther King Jr. This week, the Georgia House began the state budget process.  You can read Rep. Lumsden’s complete report below:

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AdventHealth Redmond is hosting the AngioScreen bus from 10 am to 2 pm, Saturday, Feb. 1. The AngioScreen bus will be parked in front of the main entrance of the Forum River Center, located at 301 Tribune St, Rome, Ga, 30161. An AngioScreen is a noninvasive, 10-minute vascular screening designed to assess your risk of heart disease and stroke.

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From Chattooga School Supt. Michelle Helie:

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As temperatures are expected to plummet this week, residents of Chattooga County who are in need of a warm place to stay are urged to seek refuge from the harsh conditions at a warming shelter that opened on Sunday evening.

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The Trion Varsity Boys basketball team continued its impressive run on Saturday, extending their winning streak to three games with a hard-fought victory over the Model Blue Devils.

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Tax Commissioner Joy Hampton has announced that intent to Fi Fa letters have been sent out to residents for unpaid 2024 taxes. These letters are now arriving in mailboxes throughout the county, serving as an essential reminder for property owners.

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Georgia State Senator Colton Moore (R) held an “urgent” fundraiser after being arrested on misdemeanor charges for obstructing law enforcement. He was detained while trying to attend the State of the State Address at the Capitol, despite being banned by House Speaker Jon Burns (R) due to negative comments about the late House Speaker David Ralston.

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The Trion Fire Department is working on updating pre-plans for properties in the community to improve emergency preparedness. These pre-plans gather important details about buildings before any emergency happens, helping responders manage situations better. The Tron Fire Department is emphasizing the significance of these pre-plans and noted that they are actively trying to complete them. If they haven’t visited a location yet, they are committed to finishing the remaining updates soon. Residents are encouraged to ask questions or set a time for updates, as the department prioritizes community safety. They invite residents to take this chance to improve safety measures for their properties. For more information or to arrange a pre-plan update, community members should contact the Trion Fire Department.

Community Recourse Center of Chattooga County announced a warming station is open due to the extreme cold weather.  The center opened on Sunday night and will remain open through Thursday morning at 10 AM. Anyone wishing to stay at the warming station should arrive by 10 PM. There will be no entry after 10 PM. CRC Chattooga says, “If you or someone you know needs a place to come in to get out of the bitter cold then you are welcome to come”. The warming center is located at 172 Farrar Drive in Summerville – the building just past Chattooga EMA/911.