Residents of Northwest Georgia and Chattooga County are set for a warm and mostly sunny start to the weekend, with Saturday, September 20, 2025, ushering in a stretch of summer-like conditions. High temperatures are expected to climb into the low 90s today, a trend of warmth and humidity that will largely continue through early next week, albeit with gradually easing temperatures.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Saturday, September 20, 2025:
The Chattooga Indians put an emphatic end to their winless streak Friday night, defeating the Armuchee Indians 45-27 on the road, largely thanks to a powerful ground game that proved too much for their hosts. Both teams entered the contest desperate for their inaugural victory of the season, with Chattooga sporting an 0-3 record and Armuchee standing at 0-2. It was Chattooga, however, that ultimately broke through, showcasing determination that had been building through tough early-season matchups.
The Chattooga County Public Library, a part of the Sarah Hightower Library network, is inviting the community to usher in the autumn season with a lively Fall Festival today, September 20, 2025. Kicking off at 11 AM at the library’s location at 360 Farrar Drive in Summerville, the event promises snacks, games, and fun for all ages, while also serving as a key highlight of Library Card Sign-Up Month.
A Chattooga County man, Franklin Delon Hawkins, 54, was arrested on September 9, 2025, following a high-speed pursuit that spanned two counties and concluded with charges of methamphetamine possession, fleeing law enforcement, and failure to maintain lane.
Trion Elementary School’s own Mrs. Tina Lee recently stood alongside Georgia State Superintendent Richard Woods at the NOURISH Helping Hands Conference held at Emory University, shedding light on the profound impact of the “Helping Hands Ending Hunger” (HHEH) program. Mrs. Lee spoke about the initiative’s importance and the tangible difference it continues to make in her community and across the state.
Georgia DOT’s Northwest District, serving 17 counties across Northwest Georgia, is issuing a critical reminder to motorists about the state’s “Move Over” law, emphasizing the severe dangers faced by first responders working on road shoulders. The Cartersville-based government organization highlights that crashes occurring on the shoulder are just as serious, if not more so, than those in active travel lanes, often involving the very individuals dedicated to public safety.
The Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (GOHS) is urging Georgia parents and guardians to take advantage of free car seat safety checks ahead of and during National Child Passenger Safety Week, slated for September 21-27, 2025. The initiative aims to ensure children are riding in the correct safety seats, properly installed according to their height and weight, to prevent serious injuries and fatalities.
Northwest Georgia residents are invited to immerse themselves in art, music, and community this weekend as the Paradise Garden Foundation hosts Finster Fest at Howard Finster’s iconic Paradise Garden. Kicking off today, Saturday, September 20th, and continuing Sunday, September 21st, from 10 am to 5 pm daily, this year’s festival holds special significance with the highly anticipated reopening of the World’s Folk Art Church.
Aviation enthusiasts can now secure their tickets for the highly anticipated 2025 Wings Over North Georgia (WONG) Air Show, returning to the Russell Regional Airport in Rome, Georgia, from October 17-19, 2025. Voted twice as one of USA Today’s top 10 fan favorite air shows in the world, the award-winning event promises a spectacular three-day experience.
