A Summerville man has been jailed in Rome following reports he stole a woman’s purse from a home on East 11th Street earlier this month. James Timothy Wester, 31, of Summerville, was taken into custody in Rome and is charged with theft by taking. According to Floyd County Police reports, the victim informed authorities that her purse contained various personal items, including her identification cards, credit and debit cards, cash money, and other miscellaneous belongings. The alleged theft reportedly occurred on May 3rd. Wester’s arrest came this week in connection with the incident. Wester was booked into the Floyd County Jail, charged with theft by taking. No further details regarding his court appearance or bond information were immediately available.

The roar of engines will be joined by the spirit of generosity today in downtown Summerville, as the dedicated members of the Roman Jeep Brigade host their 5th Annual “FILL THE JEEP” Bookbag & School Supply Drive. From 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, the community is invited to bring much-needed school supplies to 11021 Commerce Street, helping local students prepare for a successful academic year.

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If you ask any number of country singers who their favorite singer is, a large number of them will respond: Gene Watson. His music peers even named him “The Singer’s Singer” for his octave jumping range and smooth tone. Gene Watson has 34 studio albums, scored over 72 charted songs, including 23 Top Tens and 6 #1 hits over his Sixty-year career. Watson’s first single, the self- penned, “If It’s That Easy” was released on Sun Valley Records in 1962. It is safe to say that most knowledgeable country fans would point to Gene Watson as one of country music’s best ballad singers in the same league as country icons George Jones, Merle Haggard, Ray Price and others who are the standard bearers for honest, traditional country music. Grand Ole Opry star Gene Watson will be at the Rome City Auditorium next Saturday, July 26, 2025. Tickets are available at www.eventticketscenter.com , www.etickets.com , www.bandsintown.com , and other online outlets.

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Friday, July 18, 2025:

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Northwest Georgia residents are waking up to sticky conditions this Friday, with temperatures in the low 70s and high humidity setting the stage for a weekend of scattered thunderstorms and the looming threat of significant heat next week.

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The Floyd County Bomb Team rapidly responded Wednesday evening to safely detonate a significant quantity of highly sensitive and unstable explosives, which were confiscated as part of an ongoing investigation into the manufacturing of explosive devices. The controlled detonations, which produced sounds reported across the county, were deemed the safest course of action due to the materials’ volatility and the inability to store them.

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If you are headed to the lake this week,  neighboring Cherokee County, Alabama Sheriff Jeff Shaver is calling on all drivers to do their part this week as the county participates in “Southern Slowdown Week,” a multi-state initiative aimed at reducing traffic accidents by encouraging safer driving habits.

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Here are the most recent health inspection scores from the Chattooga County Environmental Health Department for the first half of July, 2025:

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Chattooga County is facing a significant public health challenge, as its 2024 teen birth rate has been reported at an alarming 58.3 per 1,000 females aged 15-19. This figure, significantly higher than the national average, underscores the profound difficulties impacting the county’s young population. The stark difference from national trends indicates potential gaps in education, resources, and support for the county’s youth.

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