Walker County closed out fiscal year 2025 with more than $18 million in available funds, according to its latest annual audit, reflecting a significant increase in financial reserves.
Community members across Northwest Georgia are invited to take part in the 2026 Walk to Support Survivors, scheduled for Friday, April 24 in downtown Rome.
Summerville Main Street is set to host the 10th Annual Spring Market Arts & Crafts Festival this Saturday, April 18, at J.R. “Dick” Dowdy Park in Summerville.
A Gaylesville, Alabama woman is facing felony charges after allegedly stealing merchandise from the Walmart in West Rome over multiple visits.
According to an arrest warrant, 32-year-old Brittany Ann Edwards, who was working as a third-party delivery driver at the time, is accused of failing to scan dozens of items while shopping inside the store.
Authorities say Edwards placed approximately 40 items in a cart without scanning them and then left the store. The incidents reportedly occurred on seven separate occasions between June 24 and July 14 of last year.
The total value of the merchandise exceeded $500.
Edwards has been charged with felony theft by shoplifting.
Student-athletes at Chattooga High School and Trion High School will have an opportunity to receive free sports physicals ahead of the upcoming school year.
The event is scheduled for Saturday, May 2 at 8 a.m. at Atrium Health Floyd Physical Therapy and Rehab, located on Highway 27 in Summerville.
Officials say the annual screening is open to students entering grades 9 through 12 and is required for participation in high school athletics. The physicals will include a review of medical history, vision exams, blood pressure checks, orthopedic screenings, and general sports evaluations.
Students must bring a completed and updated GHSA sports physical form in order to be seen. Parents or guardians are also required to complete and sign all necessary paperwork prior to the appointment.
Organizers say the event helps ensure student-athletes are prepared and cleared for participation while also making the process more accessible for families across Chattooga County and Trion.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Wednesday, April 15, 2026:
A Fire Danger Statement is in effect this afternoon across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia as very dry, warm conditions continue to raise wildfire concerns across the region.
Today, Wednesday, April 15, is Tax Day in the United States, marking the deadline for most Americans to file their federal income tax returns for the 2025 tax year.
A new youth recreation project is moving ahead in Summerville after City Council approved the purchase of a $142,500 Musco mini-pitch soccer system earlier this year for the Fairway Recreation Center.
Chattooga County Schools will begin kindergarten registration for the upcoming 2026–2027 school year starting today, April 15.