Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) has received a $2,700 grant from the North Georgia Electric Membership Foundation to support Adult Education in Northwest Georgia.
Walker County Woman Arrested On 22 Counts Of Animal Cruelty Following Code Enforcement Investigation
A routine code enforcement case in Walker County escalated into a serious animal cruelty investigation, leading to the arrest of 58-year-old Renva Sue Gravitt. Gravitt now faces 22 counts of cruelty to animals and 10 counts of failure to maintain responsibility for control of rabies.
A Catoosa County jury found Joshua Aaron Basham, a known gang member, guilty on March 27, 2025, for shooting a man during a road rage incident on October 10, 2021. The trial lasted four days, starting on March 24, 2025. Basham faced charges of Aggravated Assault, Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony, and Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon. The jury did not accept his self-defense argument. The trial was complicated when Basham arrived under the influence of fentanyl and other drugs, resulting in contempt of court. District Attorney Clayton M. Fuller led the prosecution, supported by several team members who played vital roles in preparing for the trial. The shooting happened on Battlefield Parkway, where the victim was found with a gunshot wound near a Taco Bell. Witnesses identified Basham’s green Nissan truck and detailed the events leading to the shooting. Ultimately, Judge Melissa Hise sentenced Basham to 20 years, with 15 years in prison, emphasizing a strong message against violent crime.
Hundreds of Georgia Highlands College graduates will gather on May 15 in Rome to celebrate their college degrees. GHC will hold three events at the Floyd Campus gym, located at 3175 Cedartown Hwy, Rome GA 30161. Ceremonies will occur at 10:30 AM and 6:30 PM, with a Nursing pinning and commencement ceremony at 2:30 PM. Attendance is limited to graduates and four guests per graduate due to limited seating. GHC ID and/or guest passes are needed to enter the venue. For those unable to attend in person, livestreams will be available on the GHC website and social media channels.
Tomorrow at 10 AM, the City of Summerville will hold a ribbon cutting in celebration of the new Summerville Pickleball Courts off Highway 100 at the the Summerville Parks and Recreation Center. Following the ribbon-cutting ceremony, the public is invited to enjoy a cookout at 11 AM. The grand opening celebration will run from 10 AM until Noon, and will include a cookout at 11 AM. Pickleball is a rapidly growing sport that is fun for all ages and skill levels. The City of Summerville believes these courts will be a valuable asset to the community, promoting health, fitness, and social interaction.
Summerville Main Street’s Ducky Derby will be making a comeback on Saturday, May 17 for a fun race down Summerville Town Creek! The event will run from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. outside of the Summerville Depot and also highlight an Invitational Jeep Cruise – In on East Washington Street. Plenty of vendors will be on site with food and crafts and fun activities for kids. The race is set to begin at 1:00 p.m. Adopt a rubber duck for the race by purchasing an adoption ticket for a chance to win the Grand Prize of $500, for the first duck to cross the finish line. The second place duck will be awarded $250, followed by the third place duck bringing home $100.
The City of Summerville is currently accepting applications for a Payroll/Finance Clerk. This key role will be responsible for the accurate and efficient preparation, processing, and maintenance of the city’s payroll records, as well as performing various financial related duties.
Residents of Northwest Georgia should prepare for the possibility of severe thunderstorms this afternoon, according to the National Weather Service. Scattered thunderstorms are expected to develop after 5 PM, with the primary threat being damaging winds and hail, along with frequent lightning and heavy rain. The chance of showers and thunderstorms remains elevated tonight, mainly before 8 PM, with a 60% chance of precipitation. Rainfall amounts are expected to be between a tenth and a quarter of an inch, but could be higher in areas impacted by thunderstorms. The unsettled weather pattern is expected to persist through the weekend. Friday brings a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2 PM. Friday through Wednesday, isolated to scattered thunderstorms are forecast across much of north and central Georgia. While most storms will be capable of producing gusty winds, small hail, and frequent lightning, a few severe thunderstorms are possible on Friday, potentially bringing damaging winds and large hail. Periods of heavy rainfall are also anticipated throughout the week, raising concerns for localized flooding.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Thursday, May 8, 2025:
A Chattooga County man was arrested on Sunday following a physical altercation involving a stick. Deputies were dispatched to 295 Woodland Avenue at approximately 5:35 PM in response to a domestic dispute call, with reports of a male subject suffering from a laceration to the head.