AdventHealth and Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) held an orientation for students in the Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) program on August 15. This event is part of a collaboration aimed at increasing the number of nurses in northwest Georgia. Representatives from AdventHealth and GNTC staff welcomed students to GNTC’s Walker County Campus.
Chattooga High School’s Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) chapter recently hosted a powerful meeting, bringing the critical issue of mental health to the forefront for its members. Students heard from Jim and Bonnie Moore, who shared their personal story and highlighted the vital work of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), inspiring the group to participate in the upcoming NAMIWalks event on September 20th.
The Chattooga County Agricultural Fair is in full swing, and fair-goers are invited to delve into a diverse lineup of engaging workshops and demonstrations at the Chattooga County Farm Bureau Demonstration Kitchen, located inside the Ag Building, this weekend. From practical gardening solutions to culinary delights and creative crafts, there’s something to spark everyone’s interest on Saturday, August 22nd, and Sunday, August 23rd.
Summerville Main Street will host a “Salute To The Troops” event on Saturday, November 8, 2025, from 10 AM to 3 PM at the historic Summerville Train Depot. The free community event aims to honor Summerville’s living and deceased veterans through a poignant exhibit and a day of family-friendly activities.
The Historic Summerville Depot is set to come alive today, Saturday, August 23, hosting the much-anticipated Market & Music At The Depot. From 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., the iconic venue will offer a vibrant blend of local shopping, live entertainment, and a special appearance by the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum Passenger Train, all with free admission.
Human remains were discovered Thursday morning near Martha Berry Boulevard at Little Dry Creek in Rome, prompting a joint investigation by the Rome Police Department and the Floyd County Coroner’s Office.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Friday, August 22, 2025:
Residents across Northwest Georgia should prepare for a potentially wet and stormy weekend from Friday, August 22nd, through Sunday, August 24th, 2025, before a noticeable cooling and drying trend ushers in the start of the new week. Scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms are anticipated, with a low risk of severe weather but a possibility of isolated flooding.
2025 Chattooga County Fair Demonstration Kitchen
sponsored by Chattooga County Farm Bureau
Friday August 21
5:30 Sweet Spreads: Jams and Jellies What is summer without fruit? And what is a PBJ without jam or jelly? Join Chattooga County Extension Agent Rebecca Thomas as she teaches the basics of preserving sweet spreads. Guaranteed to be delicious!
7:00 Beeswax Lip Balm Stacie Marshall—Mountain Mama Farms – From her family farm in Gore, Ms. Marshall specializes in Appalachian Heritage Products such as bees wax candles, goat’s milk soap, herbal salves, and remedies. This year she will be making beeswax lip balm.
Saturday August 22
2:30 Beginning Book Folding Join Rebecca Kennedy as she teaches basic folding techniques for this soothing hobby. Each participant gets a book to make and take!
4:00 Grow Bag Gutter Garden System Join Melanie Morris for a demo of her raised grow bag gutter growing system. The system eliminates bending and weeding. A rain gutter irrigation set up delivers water to the roots, minimizing maintenance. A perfect set-up for small spaces and for those with physical challenges.
5:30 Seasonal Southern Charcuterie Join Stephanie Yarbrough—Chattooga County 4-H Program Assistant-as she explains how to create a seasonal southern charcuterie board. An edible work of art, vibrant canvas of artisanal cheeses, cured meats, and fresh accoutrements.
Sunday August 23
2:30 Growing Solutions with Native Plants Just what is a native plant anyway? Lots of plants grow wild in Georgia, but are they native? Join horticulturist Logan Money to learn about native plants and how to incorporate them into your landscape.
4:00 Mozzarella Cheese Making Join Katie Carlson Bandy—Sunset Creek Farms—as she demonstrates her farm to table process of making mozzarella cheese from goats’ milk!
5:30 Ice Cream in A Bag –Chattooga County Farm Bureau—Shake, shake, shake, shake, shake, shake! Shake that baggie! Make some yummy ice cream right inside a baggie with a tasty science experiment.
The Chattooga County Agricultural Fair is in full swing and continues this evening, offering a wide array of entertainment, educational exhibits, and thrilling rides for all ages. Gates open at 5:00 PM and will close at 11:00 PM.
