Halloween is today, and residents of Chattooga County are preparing for a spirited evening of trick-or-treating, with both the Town of Trion and the City of Menlo hosting major community activities tonight.
Chattooga County residents have their final opportunity to cast an advance ballot today, Friday, October 31st, as early voting concludes for the current election cycle. Voters wishing to participate before Election Day must do so by 5:00 PM this evening.
A woman from Floyd County was tricked in an unusual extortion scheme where a scammer made her believe she needed to film herself taking a shower for a spiritual cleansing ritual. The police stated that the victim lost $1,500 after the scammer used her beliefs and then threatened to share the video.
The Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency (GEMA/HS), in partnership with the National Weather Service (NWS), has announced Tuesday, November 5, as Georgia’s Severe Weather Preparedness Day. The initiative calls upon schools, businesses, and individuals across the state to participate in a statewide severe weather exercise and tornado drill around 9:30 a.m.
Tracey Mercado, program director and instructor of Medical Assisting at Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC), has been named GNTC’s 2025 Alumna of the Year.
Summerville Main Street will host a Trains & Tracks Expo at the Historic Summerville Depot on Saturday and Sunday, November 1-2. Hours of operation for the event on Saturday, November 1 will be 10:00 am-3:00 pm and Sunday, November 2 from 11:00am-3:00pm. Admission is free to the public. The expo is a great way to spend the day whether you’re an avid modeler or just looking for a fun and interesting day out with the family. The Trains & Tracks Expo is designed for children of all ages; for modelers, collectors, and enthusiasts; for families in search of good old-fashioned fun; and for the simply curious.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Thursday, October 30, 2025:
Residents across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia are experiencing a notable transition in weather as the powerful cold front responsible for widespread rain earlier this week finally pulls away, leaving behind a brisk, breezy, and significantly cooler airmass.
The Region Championship trophy hangs in the balance this Thursday night as the undefeated Bowdon Red Devils (7–2, 3–0 Region) travel to Sam R. McCain Stadium to face the surging Trion Bulldogs (4–5, 2–1 Region). The high-stakes matchup marks the final regular-season game for both squads and will determine the ultimate victor of the region.
Summerville Main Street is extending an invitation to local families, individuals, and organizations to participate in a special “Salute To The Troops” exhibit on November 8th, designed to honor the brave men and women who have served our nation.