No Help Coming From FEMA For Downtown Summerville

When the remnants of  a tropical storm barreled through Northwest Georgia a few weeks ago, downtown Summerville was flooded, affecting businesses and some residences. 

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Georgia Power Solar Growth Remains Strong

Georgia Power’s solar programs continue to drive strong solar growth across the state. The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) has ranked the state of Georgia as the #7 state in the U.S. for 2020 solar photovoltaic installations, marking the state’s place in the top 10 for the fourth consecutive year. Georgia Power solar installations represent 93% of the solar additions reported for Georgia in 2020.

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Unemployment Claims Decrease In Chattooga County For June

There is no doubt that there are plenty of jobs out there for anyone willing and able to work, but the number of available workers continues to shrink.

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Mr. Johnny Ayers, Obit (M)

Mr. Johnny Ayers, age 63, of Summerville, GA, passed away Wednesday, July 14, 2021.  Graveside services will be held Saturday, September 17, 2021 at 2 PM in Summerville City Cemetery. There will be no public visitation. Arrangements are by Mason Funeral Home, Summerville, GA.

Arrest Report – Thursday – July 15, 2021

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Thursday, July 15, 2021:

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Former LMJC Parole Officer Appointed Criminal Investigator With Pardons & Paroles

Casey Sikes, a Berry College graduate and former Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit (LMJC) employee, has been appointed to the State Board of Pardons and Paroles Clemency Division as a criminal investigator.

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Trion Man Arrested On Child Molestation Charges

A forty-two-year-old Trion man was arrested on child molestation charges over the past weekend after a woman reported ongoing sexual abuse to local law enforcement.

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African American Cultural Center Coming To LaFayette

The Walker County Commission passed a resolution allowing the use of a county-owned building in LaFayette, to be used as a future African American Museum and Cultural Center.

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New E-Commerce / Manufacturing Site Coming To Calhoun

A new 1,069,000 square foot building for e-commerce or manufacturing is being proposed for property on Salem Road in Calhoun.

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Trion Football Youth Camp Next Week

Youth in Trion that are interested in playing football will want to take advantage of the Trion Football Youth Camp that is coming up next week.

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