Summerville Main Street extends an invitation to the public to enjoy the Summerville Depot fully decorated for Christmas during Christmas Open House Friday, December 13th through Sunday, December 15th. Admission to the special Christmas Open House is free. Countless photo opportunities and holiday joy have been planned for families to make the open house a memorable event.
Walker County Sheriff Steve Wilson has warned the public about a rise in scam calls where scammers impersonate Sheriff’s Office staff. Many residents have reported getting calls from people claiming to represent the sheriff, asking for payments through cash, bitcoin, or Green Dot cards to settle fake debts or outstanding warrants. Sheriff Wilson stated, “Please know that the Sheriff’s Office will never contact you asking for money, bitcoin, or Green Dot cards. ” He advised citizens to protect their personal information and not share it with unknown callers. The scammers often use threats to create fear of legal trouble or arrest if demands are not met. Sheriff Wilson urged everyone to be cautious and to verify the identity of anyone requesting money. If you get such a call, hang up and contact the Sheriff’s Office directly. Residents should report any suspicious activities to the Walker County Sheriff’s Office for assistance.
The School of Public and International Affairs at the University of Georgia surveyed registered voters on various aspects of the voting process in Georgia during the recent Presidential election. The 2024 Georgia Post-Election Survey showed positive results for Georgia voters and reflected the efforts of election administrators across the state.
Georgia’s economy is expected to grow by 2. 4% in 2025, a decrease from 3. 1% this year, according to Ben Ayers, dean of the University of Georgia’s Terry College of Business. Despite this slowdown, Georgia’s performance will remain better than the national average of 1. 6% growth. Ayers noted that the slowdown is due to a planned policy change rather than unexpected shocks, which suggests it will be gradual and short-lived.
The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) announced 23 projects in October 2024, which include bridge rehabilitation, resurfacing, safety improvements, and new bridge construction. The largest project is a bridge construction along 1. 003 miles on US 41/SR 11/SR 49 over the Norfolk Southern Railway, costing about $21 million. This project and three others make up 40% of the total funds awarded this month. Only one of the projects listed in the latest round of funding is in Northwest Georgia.
Heather Ballard, owner of Hayden Taylor Designs in Summerville, was appointed to the Summerville Main Street Board of Directors on Monday during the Summerville City Council’s regular monthly meeting.
Atrium Health Floyd Medical Center has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report in its annual list of best hospitals for maternity care. The list classifies the hospital as “high performing,” the highest level of achievement possible
What gift can you give to the person that loves being outdoors more than anything? We know! Gift them a hunting or fishing (or combo) license to help them enjoy the wild places they love, encourages the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division.
Summerville Police responded to a call at Ingles Supermarket on Friday of last week, after an employee said a man had kissed and then licked her hand. The complainant told a responding officer that she was cleaning the men’s bathroom when a man, identified to police as Jerry Luallen, came in and requested to wash his hands. The employee told the man that it was fine to wash his hands, and when he finished he “turned and grabbed her hand, kissed it and then proceeded to lick between her fingers”, according to the police report. Luallen had left the store by the time police arrived, but they later located him walking on the sidewalk along the Lyerly Highway (Highway 114). Police informed Luallen that he was trespassed from Ingles and was not to return to the store.
Three businesses from Chattooga County have been honored in the “Best of Georgia” 2024 awards by the Georgia Business Journal. This award celebrates the best products and services in Georgia, determined by votes from loyal readers, combining popular choice with the editor’s selections.
