State Representative Eddie Lumsden (R-Armuchee) has been tapped to be part of a new initiative aimed by state lawmakers to scrutinize the rapidly increasing cost of insurance for Georgians. Rep. Lumsden will serve as Vice Chair of the newly formed House Blue-Ribbon Study Committee on Insurance Rates.
Owning a car in Georgia is proving to be a significantly more expensive endeavor compared to many other states, largely due to a combination of high “hidden costs” that often catch residents by surprise. While factors like gas prices and repair bills contribute, it’s the state’s elevated tax and fee structure, coupled with high insurance premiums, that truly drives up the overall cost of vehicle ownership.
A routine traffic stop for an obscured license plate cover in Chattooga County led to the arrest of a local man on methamphetamine possession charges and an active felony probation violation warrant.
Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) and three other Georgia institutions are part of a landmark multi-state agreement designed to simplify the transfer of online course credits, opening a seamless pathway for residents of the Appalachian region to earn bachelor’s degrees.
The third annual We CARE Veterans Fair is set to return to Rome, offering a wide array of crucial resources and support for veterans and their families across Northwest Georgia. The free event, designed to provide vital assistance and foster community connection, will take place on Tuesday, Aug. 19, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Forum River Center, located at 301 Tribune St.
A 52-year-old Chattooga County man faces a litany of drug charges following a traffic stop last week on Penn Bridge Road that led to the seizure of suspected methamphetamine, fentanyl, heroin, and other narcotics. A female passenger also fled the scene on foot and is now sought on active warrants.
The City of Summerville has issued a formal Request for Bid (RFP) seeking qualified contractors to perform a comprehensive leak survey of its municipal natural gas distribution system. This proactive measure aims to ensure public safety and maintain the integrity of the city’s gas utility infrastructure in accordance with rigorous state and federal pipeline safety standards.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Thursday, August 13, 2025:
Residents in Chattooga County and the Northwest Georgia area can expect a persistent warm and humid air mass to dominate the weather throughout the week, bringing a high likelihood of daily showers and thunderstorms, particularly during the afternoons and evenings. Temperatures are also set to gradually climb, returning to near typical seasonal norms by the end of the week.
The Walker County African American Heritage Alumni Association (WCAAHAA) is set to host a landmark event this fall, combining its 25th Anniversary Dinner and the prestigious Trailblazer Awards Gala. This special evening will also serve as a poignant commemoration of 60 years since the pivotal racial integration of LaFayette High School.
