Early voting in Chattooga County wrapped up on Friday, and the Chattooga County Registrars Office says that 3,902 county residents cast their ballots early.  Voters are voting on a variety of statewide offices, including U.S. Senator, Governor and other state constitutional offices.  There is one local contest on the ballot.  Democratic incumbent Lynn Hall is facing opposition from Republican Lori Brady for a seat on the Chattooga County Board of Education representing the Menlo area. Polls will open tomorrow morning at 7 AM and remain open until 7 PM.  Remember to bring a picture ID when you go to vote.

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More information was released late last week about the fatal crash that killed four on October 30th in Chattooga County.  According to the Georgia State Patrol, the vehicle involved in the accident vaulted over 82 feet.

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Georgia House Speaker David Ralston announced Friday he will not seek another term as leader of the legislative chamber in January, citing a health issue.

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The Summerville City Council has a called meeting this evening at Summerville City Hall.  You can see the complete agenda for tonight’s meeting below:

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AdventHealth and Truett’s Chick-fil-A will honor the community’s veterans by hosting a free Veterans Lunch. All veterans and Patriot Guard members are invited to enjoy a free lunch at Truett’s Chick-fil-A, located at 264 Shorter Avenue NW, Rome on Friday, Nov. 11 from 11 am to 2 pm.

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Georgia Highlands College is waiving its $30 application fee through the month of November to help reduce barriers for those seeking to attain a college education. Called “No Fee November,” this opportunity is available to all student types, from high school seniors to transfer students to non-traditional working adults and beyond.

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A fifty-one-year-old Summerville man was arrested after driving erratically and running a red light. 

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Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr announced charges Thursday against 17 members of the alleged 183 Gangster Bloods for crimes in several Georgia counties – including Chattooga County.

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High school students in the community had a chance to explore various industrial career pathways and educational opportunities during Georgia Northwestern Technical College’s (GNTC) Industrial Career Day on Friday, Oct. 28, at the Floyd County Campus in Rome.

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