Floyd County leaders have approved a contract to begin stabilizing the Historic Floyd County Courthouse after the March 23 fire, marking a major step toward eventually reopening parts of downtown Rome, including Fifth Avenue.
A routine traffic stop in the Trion area last Saturday night led to multiple charges, including a felony drug arrest, according to a report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office.
Voters across Northwest Georgia cast ballots Tuesday in the special election runoff for Georgia’s 14th Congressional District and the 53rd State Senate District, but another important election is already just ahead for Chattooga County voters.
Chattooga County EMA and E-911 is now hiring full-time Communications Officers, offering an opportunity to serve on the front lines of public safety.
Garden season is right around the corner, and Summerville Middle School’s FFA program is getting ready to help the community grow with its annual plant sale.
The SMS FFA Plant Sale will take place April 15 through April 17 from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. each day, with a special Saturday sale on April 18 from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m.
The sale will be held at the Summerville Middle School greenhouse, located at 200 Middle School Road.
Shoppers will find a wide variety of plants, including hanging baskets, petunias, succulents, herbs, ferns, and spider plants, along with a large selection of vegetables like tomatoes, squash, cucumbers, peppers, and melons.
Prices range from $1 plants and herbs to $15 hanging baskets, with bundle deals available on several items.
Organizers say the event is a great opportunity to support local students while picking up plants for spring gardens, landscaping, and outdoor spaces.
Chattooga Indians Football is calling on players and parents to attend an important meeting as preparations begin for the upcoming seasons.
The meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, April 15 at 6:00 p.m. and will be held in the Chattooga High School cafeteria.
Organizers say at least one parent or guardian is required to attend. The meeting will cover schedules for the spring, summer, and fall, along with important information on free physicals, player expectations, fundraisers, and more.
School officials say the meeting is an important step in getting ready for the 2026 football season and ensuring both players and families are informed and prepared.
Georgia Northwestern Technical College is now accepting applications through April 30 for the summer term under a new state scholarship designed to help disabled veterans continue their education.
Families in Chattooga County will have an opportunity to receive free groceries this week as There’s Hope for the Hungry visits Trion on Thursday, April 9.
The food giveaway will take place at Central Avenue Baptist Church from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Organizers say no ID is required to receive groceries, but each person must be present in order to pick up food.
In addition to the grocery giveaway, the church’s free Clothes Closet will also be open Thursday from 10:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m.
The event will be held at 14074 Highway 27 in Trion, located behind Dixie Subs.
Organizers say they look forward to serving local families and encouraging anyone in need of assistance to stop by during the scheduled hours.
Republican Clay Fuller has been declared the winner in Georgia’s 14th Congressional District special runoff election, securing the seat after a closely watched race across Northwest Georgia.
According to the latest returns, Fuller finished with just over 52 percent of the vote, defeating Democrat Shawn Harris, who received just under 48 percent.
The race drew significant attention throughout the district, with early results showing a tight contest before Fuller pulled ahead as more votes were counted.
Fuller, who currently serves as a district attorney, carried strong support in counties like Chattooga, helping boost his overall margin in the district-wide vote.
The runoff was required after no candidate received a majority in the initial March election, setting up the head-to-head matchup between Fuller and Harris.
With the victory, Fuller will now move on to represent Georgia’s 14th Congressional District, a region that includes much of Northwest Georgia.
Election officials say results will remain unofficial until certified, but Fuller’s lead is expected to hold.
Democratic candidate Jack Zibluk has congratulated Republican Lanny Thomas following Tuesday night’s runoff in Georgia’s 53rd State Senate District.