A noticeable warm-up is underway across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia, with springlike heat building Tuesday and daily rain chances settling in through the weekend.
A pedestrian was injured Thursday evening following a vehicle accident at a busy Summerville intersection.
According to the crash report, the incident occurred around 6:43 PM on March 26th at the intersection of Rome Boulevard and Lyerly Highway.
Authorities say a pickup truck driven by a 61-year-old Lyerly man, identified as Carlton Battles, was traveling north on Rome Boulevard and was turning left onto Lyerly Highway when the collision occurred.
The pedestrian, a 28-year-old Summerville woman, identified as Derrian Baker, was walking north along the sidewalk and entered the crosswalk to cross Lyerly Highway while traffic was stopped at a red light.
Investigators say the driver reported that sun glare obstructed his vision, and he did not see the pedestrian until the moment of impact. A witness at the scene told officers the pedestrian was clearly within the crosswalk when she was struck.
Police say the woman was hit by the vehicle’s side mirror and knocked to the ground. She was transported by EMS to Floyd Hospital with complaints of pain to her right foot and ankle.
Battles was cited for failure to yield to a pedestrian in a crosswalk, according to the report that was released to WZQZ on Friday afternoon.
Advance Voting for the April 7, 2026 Special Election Runoff to fill the unexpired terms of Marjorie Taylor Greene (US House of Representatives, District 14) and Colton More (State Senate, District 53) will begin today, Monday, March 30, 2026 at 8:30 AM and end at 5 PM on Thursday, April 2, 2026.
Daily hours are 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM. All Advance Voting will take place at the Chattooga County Registrars Office located at 10017 Commerce Street in Summerville.
On Election Day, April 7, 2026, the polls are open from 7 AM – 7 PM. All Election Day voting takes place at the assigned polling locations, not the Registrars Office. Polling places in Chattooga County include: Gore Fire Hall, Lyerly Community Center, old Menlo City Hall, Chattooga County Civic Center and the Trion Recreation Department.
Government issued photo ID is required. The registration deadline for this election was March 9, 2026.
Chattooga High School athletics has released its schedule for the upcoming week as students head into the final days before spring break.
Action begins Monday, March 30th, with JV Baseball traveling to Armuchee for a 5 PM game.
On Tuesday, March 31st, Varsity Baseball will also be on the road at Armuchee, with first pitch set for 5 PM.
Thursday, April 2nd will be a busy day for the Indians:
- Track and Field competes at Armuchee at 4 PM
- Tennis travels to Fannin County for a 4 PM match
- Varsity Baseball hosts Armuchee at home at 5:30 PM
The week wraps up Friday, April 3rd, with Varsity Baseball back on the road at Armuchee for a 5 PM start.
Fans are encouraged to come out and support Chattooga athletes as they close out the week before spring break.
Residents in Chattooga County who are served by the Summerville Water Department are being notified of planned hydrant flushing set for Monday, March 30th, from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
According to the City of Summerville Fire Department, crews will be working in areas including Highway 48, Smallen Road, and Fish Hatchery Road as part of routine system maintenance.
During this time, residents may notice brief periods of water discoloration. Officials say this is normal and safe, and if it occurs, simply running your tap for a few minutes should allow the water to clear.
The maintenance work includes hydrant lubrication, flushing, and function checks, all of which are essential to ensure the system remains reliable and ready for emergencies.
City officials thank residents for their patience and cooperation as they complete this important work to keep the community protected.
Trion Middle School is calling on the community to help inspire the next generation.
School leaders are currently seeking volunteers to participate in Career Day on May 8th from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Participants will have the opportunity to share insights about their careers and help students explore the many paths their futures can take.
Organizers say this is a great way to make a positive impact on local students by giving them real-world perspectives and encouragement.
Anyone interested in volunteering—or who knows someone who may be a good fit—is encouraged to reach out to Christy Brown at 706-734-7433 ext. 1203 or by email at christy.brown@trionschools.org.
Community involvement plays a key role in helping students succeed, and organizers say they would love to see strong local participation.
A local dental practice in Summerville is now helping make dental care more accessible for veterans in Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Sunday, March 29, 2026:
Residents across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia can expect a stretch of quiet, sunny weather today, but officials are urging caution due to elevated fire danger conditions.
State Senate candidate Lanny Thomas is providing a positive health update after suffering a life-threatening medical emergency earlier this month, saying he is improving daily and plans to continue his campaign.