Residents of Northwest Georgia should prepare for a chance of thunderstorms today and into tonight, according to local weather forecasts. While severe weather is not anticipated, the possibility of thunderstorms will persist through Monday. Showers and isolated thunderstorms are expected to continue overnight tonight before moisture begins to clear to the east starting mid-morning Monday. This will lead to gradual clearing from northwest to southeast throughout the remainder of the day. The forecast predicts rainfall amounts between 0.5 and 1.25 inches. The increased cloud cover associated with the weather system will keep temperatures cooler than usual for this time of year. Expect high temperatures today and tomorrow in the 50s to lower 60s. Monday morning lows are forecast to be in the upper 30s to mid-40s. Looking ahead, another round of rain is possible on Thursday. Forecasters believe this system will weaken as it approaches the area, resulting in light rain amounts. A more significant weather system is projected to arrive over the weekend. However, there is still considerable uncertainty surrounding the timing of this system.

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Sunday, March 9, 2025:

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The Summerville City Council will hold its regular monthly meeting this Monday evening at Summerville City Hall, located on Georgia Avenue. The agenda includes several important items affecting city infrastructure, local businesses, and community events. Key among the topics for discussion is the proposed approval of a Change Order, which pertains to the Production Well project near Gamble Spring. Council members will review and potentially approve amendments impacting the ongoing development of this vital water resource for the city. The Council will deliberate on two separate sign requests submitted by Murphy Chiropractic, located at 9972 Commerce St, and Southern Group Realty, LLC, at 9990 Commerce St. The Council will ensure these proposed signs adhere to all city regulations before granting approval. Also council members consider a request to host the annual outdoor runway show on East Washington Street. The Council will consider approving the proposed date of Friday, April 11, 2025, with a rain date of Friday, April 24, 2025. The meeting will also include a closed-door Executive Session to discuss personnel and litigation matters.  WZQZ will broadcast Monday evening’s meeting on our Facebook Page.

The Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) has named the winners of its annual adult education awards, recognizing outstanding achievement in adult education and lifelong learning. Noelia Sargento, a student from Georgia Northwestern Technical College, has been named TCSG’s 2025 Adult Education Student of the Year and recipient of the Dinah Culbreath Wayne Exceptional Adult Georgian in Literacy Education (EAGLE) Award. Dr. Stacey Mabray from Augusta Technical College was honored as the 2025 Outstanding Adult Education Teacher of the Year.

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Georgia lawmakers finished their session ahead of the midnight deadline on Thursday, marking Crossover Day with extensive activity in both the House and Senate. Bills that did not pass from one chamber to the other by midnight are considered dead for the session. School safety was a major focus, with both chambers working on measures to improve security in schools.

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A judge declined Georgia state Senator Colton Moore’s request for an arrest warrant against House staffer Keith Williams after a confrontation earlier this year. The scuffle between Moore and Williams occurred outside the House chamber in January. Moore had been barred from House property and defied that ban by attempting to attend a joint session of the Georgia General Assembly. Fulton County Magistrate Judge Robert Wolf stated there was not enough evidence to support criminal charges. Williams’ attorney, Phil Holloway, welcomed the ruling, noting that the incident, while unfortunate, did not rise to criminal levels. Catherine Bernard, Moore’s lawyer, disagreed and believes the evidence met the probable cause standard, stating they plan to appeal the judge’s decision to Fulton County Superior Court. The conflict between Moore and Georgia House leaders stemmed from Moore’s comments made at a memorial service for former Georgia Speaker David Ralston last year.  Since the arrest of Senator Moore, the Georgia House has agreed that Moore can attend joint sessions of the legislature.

With spring just around the corner, the Chattooga County Chamber of Commerce is hosting a “Thinking Green” Lunch & Learn event on March 17th at noon at the Chattooga Agricultural Center, located at 44 GA-48, Summerville, GA 30747. The event will focus on planning and preparing for successful spring vegetable gardens. Local expert Klaudia McMahon with Pine Ridge Outdoors will be leading the discussion, providing valuable insights and tips for both beginner and experienced gardeners. Attendees will enjoy a catered lunch, with a special St. Patrick’s Day theme featuring traditional Irish fare alongside local favorites.  This event provides the perfect opportunity to learn from an expert and connect with fellow gardening enthusiasts. Reservations are required for this event. Interested individuals are encouraged to contact the Chattooga Chamber to secure their spot. Click here to register.

The City of Summerville is seeking a dedicated and hardworking individual to fill the role of Recreation Maintenance Worker. This vital position is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and upkeep of the city’s recreation facilities and grounds, ensuring residents can enjoy well-maintained spaces for leisure and community activities.

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The Walker County Animal Shelter will provide free vaccinations to family pets to combat contagious and deadly diseases. The no-cost vaccines are made possible through Petco Love’s national vaccination initiative, Vaccinated and Loved, which provides an additional one million free pet vaccines to animal welfare partners, like the Walker County Animal Shelter.

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