As urbanization pushes wildlife closer to residential areas, Northwest Georgia residents are advised to distinguish between the rare public safety risk posed by coyotes and the very real threat they present to domestic animals. Wildlife experts emphasize that while the fear of coyotes is often disproportionate, vigilance is crucial, particularly when protecting small pets and livestock.
Chattooga County Commissioner Andy Allen has announced a new garbage disposal agreement that will save taxpayers around $114,000 each year. Commissioner Andy Allen attributed part of this success to luck. The new deal comes after a significant rise in “land load” fees, particularly at the Cedartown location, which was putting pressure on the county’s sanitation budget due to increased costs for mandated services.
The City of Summerville has announced a job opening for a dedicated Gas Maintenance Worker, seeking an individual ready to take on a vital and hands-on role in ensuring the safety and reliability of the city’s natural gas infrastructure.
Northwest Georgia and Chattooga County continue to grapple with persistent dry conditions today, a pattern that is expected to hold firm over the next seven days despite a slight increase in atmospheric moisture this weekend.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Saturday, October 4, 2025:
In a stunning display of grit and determination, the Chattooga Indians delivered a significant upset Friday night, dethroning the reigning GHSA Region 7-A Division I champions, Fannin County, with a decisive 27-10 victory at home on October 3, 2025.
After a decisive win over the Manchester Blue Devils in their Homecoming game last week, the Trion Bulldogs were unable to capitalize on that momentum on Friday night, (October 3, 2025), with the Mount Zion Eagles staging a dominant victory with a final score of 41-17.
Dowdy Park in downtown Summerville is alive with activity today, Saturday, October 4, as Summerville Parks and Recreation proudly hosts the highly anticipated 51st Annual Sum Nelly Festival. Running from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., this long-standing community tradition promises a vibrant day of fun, food, and fellowship in the heart of Summerville.
Georgia Highlands College (GHC) has been recognized as the premier institution within the University System of Georgia (USG) for providing flexible, low-cost online degrees, according to a powerful new assessment by University Magazine.
The Lyerly Recreation Department has announced that registration is now open for the upcoming youth basketball season, inviting children ages 5 through 14 to sign up for community league play.
