GBI Update On Officer Involved Shooting In Calhoun

 

The GBI is investigating an officer involved shooting in Calhoun, Gordon County, GA. The Calhoun Police Department asked the GBI to conduct an independent investigation on Thursday, January 6, 2022. One man was shot and has died. No officers were injured.

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Historical Society Meeting This Sunday

The winter meeting of the Chattooga County Historical Society will be this Sunday at 2 PM at the Depot. The topic will be “Chattooga County in 1860” presented by local historian Jim Day.

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No COVID Rapid Tests Being Dispensed At County Health Department

The Northwest Georgia Department of Public Health says that none of the health departments in the ten-county region are dispensing COVID rapid tests for the public to take home.

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Drug Task Force Arrests Three

The Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit Drug Task Force made three arrests recently, and one of those included a woman crossing guard lines with drugs.

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Trion Teenager Arrested After Assaulting Sister

A Trion teenager was arrested after assaulting her sister over an argument about her boyfriend.

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Railroad Work Scheduled In Rome

2nd Ave in Rome to Close on Tuesday for Railroad Work

Norfolk Southern will be working on several railroad crossings in Floyd County in the coming weeks.

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Woman Reports Damaged Porch Railing To Police

Summerville Police were called to a Kelley Street address on Wednesday of this week after a woman complained that someone had damaged the railing on her porch.

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Sign-Ups For HyperReach System Encouraged

Advance warning is the most powerful preparedness tool for severe weather. Every family should have multiple methods for receiving severe weather alerts, including at least one with an audible alert to wake you in the middle of the night if necessary.

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Show Your Love In Downtown Summerville During February

Every month is a great month to show a little bit of love for our local small businesses, but Summerville Main Street is declaring the month of February “Live, Love, Local Month” for Downtown Summerville. The public is encouraged to participate in this month-long celebration by showing your love for small businesses, individuals, schools, churches, clubs, or organizations.

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Chattooga Schools Will Be Having Virtual Learning Day Friday

Chattooga School Superintendent Jared Hosmer made the following announcement concerning school on Friday, January 7, 2022:

Due to the freezing temperatures, the wind chill approaching single digits, and the possibility of icy road conditions, Friday, January 7th, 2022, will be a virtual learning day for Chattooga County Schools. Please refer to your school’s short-term closure plan for details on tomorrow’s learning expectations.
All Chattooga County school buildings will be closed tomorrow for the safety of our students and staff.
The decision about athletic events will be made tomorrow, Friday, January 7th, 2022, after lunch.