A Chattooga County woman, Mandy Christine Lee, 52, was arrested early Monday morning after repeatedly calling 911 to report harassment and physical assault by “Advent satellites,” according to a report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office. Lee faces charges of obstruction of officers and unlawful conduct during a 911 call.
Summerville City Council has taken a significant step towards modernizing its recreational infrastructure, approving a $735,000 contract with Musco Sports Lighting LLC to overhaul lighting at all city ball fields, including those at the Fairway Recreation Center. The substantial investment, budgeted for the 2025-2026 fiscal year, is aimed at enhancing energy efficiency, reducing long-term maintenance costs, and dramatically improving the playing experience for local athletes and spectators.
Northwest Georgia residents can look forward to a continuation of sunny skies and comfortable, warm temperatures today, Sunday, September 14, 2025, and into Monday, as a stable weather pattern dominates the state. The widespread dry conditions are expected to persist through much of the upcoming week before a potential shift brings slight chances of rain by Friday.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Sunday, September 14, 2025:
The Trion Fire Department is revolutionizing how it recruits and trains its personnel, announcing a new in-house program that allows aspiring firefighters to achieve state certification entirely within Trion, even with no prior experience. Fire Chief William Justin Lowe, Sr. confirmed the department is actively seeking applicants for its next certified class, offering a direct path into a vital public service career.
Floyd County Police have released the official report detailing a two-vehicle collision last week that tragically claimed the life of 15-year-old David Clemones, an Armuchee High School student and front-seat passenger. The report indicates that a failure to yield while turning left at a busy intersection led to the fatal incident.
The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) has confirmed a case of measles in an unvaccinated resident of Fulton County, prompting a public health alert for potential exposures that occurred between September 2 and 11, 2025. The individual, who has no known international travel history, is no longer infectious but may have exposed others at several public locations within Fulton County.
Chattooga County is currently home to 138 registered sex offenders, according to the latest data. Authorities recently announced the arrest of one such offender, Jason Leon Thomas, for violating the terms of his probation.
Families and outdoor enthusiasts are invited to James H. “Sloppy” Floyd State Park for a day of fun, fishing, and adventure on Saturday, September 27th, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The park’s Outdoor Adventure Day and Kid’s Fishing Rodeo promises a lively mix of activities designed to entertain and educate visitors of all ages while celebrating Georgia’s natural beauty.
Georgia residents lost an astounding $420 million to internet-related crimes in 2024, a staggering 40% increase from the previous year, according to newly released data from the FBI. The state now ranks an alarming 11th nationally for cybercrime complaints, jumping from 13th in 2023, as sophisticated scams continue to plague individuals and businesses.
