Saturday, June 28, Summerville Main Street will celebrate National Dairy Month at the Summerville Depot with the 2025 Chill & Churn Homemade Ice Cream Contest and Ice Cream Eating Contest.
Get ready for a fun-filled day on Friday, July 4th, as a fun day of food, music, inflatables and more awaits as the 2025 Independence Day Extravaganza sponsored by Atrium Health Floyd and Harbin Clinic takes over Ridge Ferry Park.
AAA is forecasting a monumental surge in travel this Independence Day holiday period, with a projected 72.2 million Americans embarking on domestic adventures between Saturday, June 28th, and Sunday, July 6th. This represents a significant 2.4% increase, adding 1.7 million more travelers compared to last year, and eclipsing pre-pandemic levels by a staggering 7 million travelers compared to 2019.
The Cherokee County, Alabama Sheriff’s Office has confirmed the arrest of two Cedartown, Georgia, men following an investigation into an incident near Indian Mountain ATV Park. Donald Robert Hubbard, 66, and Louie Dan Sherman, 52, are facing charges after allegedly trespassing, damaging property, and violating firearm possession laws.
Landowners in Chattooga County, Floyd County and surrounding areas are being offered a valuable opportunity to learn about the benefits of prescribed burning for wildlife management and land health at the Mountain Longleaf Prescribed Burn Association (PBA) Workshop. The event, hosted by Tall Timbers, will be held on Wednesday, July 30th, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM EDT at the ECO Center in Rome, GA. This free, three-hour workshop will cover essential topics including the importance of prescribed burning for wildlife habitat improvement, identification of invasive species, understanding how these species react to fire, and effective control options. Attendees will also receive an update and participate in a discussion regarding the formation of the Mountain Longleaf PBA, a crucial initiative for collaborative land management. The workshop is a vital resource for landowners looking to improve their land’s health and biodiversity. Lunch will be provided for all participants. The ECO Center is located at 393 Riverside Parkway Northeast, Rome, GA 30161. Interested parties are encouraged to attend to learn more about responsible land stewardship and the advantages of prescribed burning.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Tuesday, June 24, 2025:
A heat advisory has been issued for Northwest Georgia, including Chattooga and surrounding counties. The advisory, effective from 1:00 PM EDT Tuesday to 8:00 PM EDT Wednesday, warns of dangerously high heat index values potentially reaching 107 degrees Fahrenheit. The National Weather Service urges residents to take precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses. The combination of high temperatures and humidity will create a hazardous environment, particularly for vulnerable populations. “It’s crucial for Georgians to take this heat advisory seriously,” stated a spokesperson from the National Weather Service. “Prolonged exposure to these conditions can lead to heat exhaustion or heat stroke.” Residents are advised to drink plenty of fluids, seek refuge in air-conditioned spaces whenever possible, and limit time spent in direct sunlight. It is also vital to check on elderly relatives, neighbors, and those who may be more susceptible to the heat. The areas affected by the heat advisory include portions of central, east central, north central, northeast, northwest, southeast, and west central Georgia. Residents are encouraged to stay informed through local weather updates and heed all warnings issued by authorities. Staying hydrated and taking necessary precautions are key to staying safe during this period of extreme heat.
Starting July 1st, a new Georgia law, HB266, is set to provide a significant tax break to military retirees across the state. Signed into law recently, the bill aims to simplify and enhance the existing retirement income exemption, offering a potential savings for those who served our nation.
A Rome woman is facing multiple drug-related charges, including cocaine trafficking, following the execution of a search warrant at a residence on South Elm Street. Staci Marie Robinson, 31, was arrested after authorities discovered a significant quantity of illegal substances and a firearm in her home. According to Floyd County Jail records and the arrest warrant, officers seized approximately 29 grams of cocaine, 149 grams of marijuana, 10 bottles of promethazine, clonazepam pills, a digital scale, and packaging materials during the search. Robinson, a convicted felon, was also found to be in possession of a firearm in her bedroom, leading to additional charges. She has been charged with trafficking cocaine, possession of cocaine, possession of cocaine with intent to distribute, felony possession of marijuana, possession of marijuana with intent to distribute, possession of drugs within 1,000 feet of a school, possession of a Schedule IV controlled substance, possession of dangerous drugs, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, and possession of a controlled substance with the intent to distribute.