The Walker County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular scheduled meeting on Thursday, June 4th at 6:30 p.m. at the Walker County Courthouse Annex IV in LaFayette.
Parents still have time to register their children for Trion Recreation Department summer baseball, but the deadline is quickly approaching.
Registration is now open for 6U and 8U coach pitch leagues along with an 11U machine pitch league. The season is scheduled to run from July 10th through August 14th.
The cost is $30 per player, and player age will be determined based on age as of September 1st.
Officials say the deadline to sign up is June 7th. Registration is taking place through Trion Recreation.
A Summerville man was arrested following an alleged shoplifting incident at the Dollar General on Calhoun Road in Floyd County.
According to Floyd County Police reports, 33-year-old Dalton Taylor Worthington was observed taking a backpack from a store shelf before going into the restroom and returning a short time later.
Investigators say the backpack was then used to conceal two Shamrock drinks along with other merchandise while store employees watched the incident unfold.
Police said Worthington walked past all points of sale without paying for the items, which had a reported total value of $19.25.
Worthington was later charged with Theft by Shoplifting.
A Summerville man was arrested by the Summerville Police Department following a disorderly conduct incident at a residence on Sixth Avenue.
A new Georgia law taking effect July 1st will allow property owners to seek compensation if they believe local governments are not doing enough to enforce public nuisance laws.
House Bill 295 applies to issues such as public camping, vandalism, and panhandling. Supporters say the law is designed to push cities and counties to enforce existing ordinances when public nuisance activity hurts businesses, property values, or public safety.
State Representative Jesse Petrea, who co-sponsored the bill, said some business owners have complained about losing customers and property value when people feel unsafe near encampments or panhandling areas.
However, critics worry the law could have a negative impact on people experiencing homelessness. Savannah Mayor Van Johnson said public spaces should remain open to everyone as long as people are not creating a nuisance.
Property owners who file claims will have to prove that nuisance behavior caused financial loss and that local government willfully failed to enforce the law.
House Bill 295 became law on May 12th and is scheduled to take effect July 1st.
Majors Hank and Eunice Harwell, current Corps Officers for The Salvation Army of Rome, are preparing to say goodbye to the community.
The Harwells will leave Rome in mid to late June to take on new leadership roles with The Salvation Army in Dothan, Alabama.
Major Hank Harwell says they will miss Rome and the people of Northwest Georgia, but he is also excited about the future of the local organization under incoming leaders Lieutenants Cory and Cristina Tilley.
The Salvation Army of Rome serves both Floyd and Chattooga counties, providing assistance and support to families in need throughout the area.
Major Harwell is encouraging continued community support in the years ahead. For more information, visit salvationarmyrome.org or call 706-291-4745.
Summerville Police are investigating suspicious activity reported behind Advance Auto Parts on Commerce Street.
According to the report, officers responded after the store manager discovered someone had apparently tried to break into the business by damaging a power meter box near the back of the building.
Police also reported finding a pile of trash behind the dumpster containing items that did not appear to belong to the business, including toilet paper, canned foods, and other materials.
Extra patrols were requested around the property, and the investigation remains ongoing.
Three Ford 2 bottom turning plows, 20 disc harrow, carry all that goes behind the tractor with 3 point hitch, and one row cultivator like new for sale. Contact 706-696-0103.
Mrs. Deborah L. “Debbie” Huff, age 69 of Summerville, Georgia passed away Monday, May 18, 2026 in a Rome hospital.
Debbie was born in Ft. Hood, Texas on April 9, 1957, daughter of the late Alvin Leroy Prince and Glenda Ann Brown Huff. She was retired from Great Clips, had played Professional Tennis and won many dance contests. Debbie’s life revolved around her children, her grandchildren, her great grandchildren and family.
In addition to her parents, Debbie was preceded in death by her grandparents, Judd and Hester Brown; a nephew, Alexander Huff and several aunts and uncles.
Debbie is survived by her five children, Kristopher(Joy) King, Brandi(Zack) Brown, Lindsey(Jason) Steward, Amber Huff, and Emily(TJ) Gibson. She leaves behind her former spouse and life-long friend, Chuck Huff and Rebecca Huff and their family; grandchildren, Branden(Raven) Thompson, Kelsey(Chadd) Hutto, Savanna(Logan) Batchelor, Treniti(Gabe) Roe, Andrew Steward, Landen Huff, Dalton Johnson, Kaci Steward, Jacy Brown, Lucas Huff, Azaleigh Johnson, Halynn Huff, Zack Brown, and Dakota “Coco” Johnson; six great grandchildren; two brothers, Mike(Debbie) Prince and Deryl(Paulette) Prince; two sisters, Tonya and Sonya; her closest cousin, Allen Brown and her best friend, Paulette Prince.
Debbie’s family was everything to her.
In accordance with Debbie’s wishes, she will be cremated and the family will have a celebration of life service a the Fairway Recreational Center on Saturday, May 30, 2026 from 1:00 P.M. until 3:00 P.M.
Mrs. Nellie Hendrix Wilbanks, age 88 of Trion, Georgia passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at her residence.
Mrs. Wilbanks was born in Trion, Georgia on July 15, 1937, daughter of the late William Raymond Hendrix and Edith Chastain Hendrix. She was a member of the Waterville Baptist Church and had also attended the Spring Creek Baptist Church and New Bethel Baptist Church. Mrs. Wilbanks was retired from Mars Glove Mill in Lafayette and had previously worked in the Weave Room at Mt. Vernon Mills.
In addition to her parents, Mrs. Wilbanks was preceded in death by her husband, Earl Gene “Pop” Wilbanks; a sister, Shelby Ramey and two brothers, James “Tid” Hendrix and David Hendrix.
Mrs. Wilbanks is survived by her daughter, Dawn Wilbanks; sisters, Martha Oliver and Pam Powell; grandchildren, Sean Claire and Seth Claire; special nephew, Charles “Chuck” Oliver; and a number of additional nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends.
Graveside and Interment Services for Mrs. Wilbanks will be held Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 2:30 P.M. in the Howell Cemetery with Mr. Keith Thompson officiating.
Honorary Pallbearers will be Larry Wilbanks and D.L. Powell.
Mrs. Willbanks’ family will receive friends Thursday from 12:00 Noon until 2:00 P.M. at the Coffman Funeral Home.