The Cherokee County Alabama Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of a woman found inside a home in the Rock Run community.
Alicia Johnson took her oaths at the Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC) on Dec. 29 after winning election in November to represent District 2 on the influential board that regulates utilities.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Wednesday, December 31, 2025:
Mostly sunny and dry conditions will continue across Middle Georgia and parts of north Georgia through Thursday, bringing an elevated fire danger this afternoon due to very low relative humidity. Officials have issued a Fire Danger Statement as humidity values drop to 25 percent or lower in some areas, increasing the risk of wildfires despite cool temperatures.
Summerville Police responded to a report of property damage at a residence on Wood Street following an incident that reportedly occurred earlier in the week, according to a police report.
As the calendar turns to 2026, a slate of new state laws passed by the Georgia General Assembly last year will begin to take effect, bringing changes that could affect how Georgians buy homes, drive cars, access health care, and participate in elections.
Throughout the past year, the American Red Cross of Northwest Georgia stood beside families during some of their most difficult moments, delivering critical help after disasters and emergencies across the region. From responding to home fires to providing emergency relief and recovery assistance, Red Cross volunteers worked tirelessly to bring stability, comfort, and hope to those in need.
Card collectors and gaming fans are invited to gather for Trion Card Night on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at the Trion Recreation Department.
The event will run from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the recreation department located at 90 Dalton Street in Trion. Organizers say the evening is open to collectors, traders, and players of all experience levels.
Featured cards include sports cards such as baseball, football, and basketball, along with trading card games (TCG) like Pokémon and Magic: The Gathering. Tables will be available for reservation for those looking to trade, sell, or play during the event.
Anyone interested in reserving a table or needing additional information is asked to contact Alex at (706) 584-0567.
Bull riding is set to return to downtown Rome as the Cherokee Feed Three Rivers Bull Riding event charges back into The Forum River Center on January 9 and 10 for its 18th year.
Georgia State Patrol and the Georgia Department of Public Safety released new enforcement and crash numbers Monday for the Christmas Holiday Travel Period, showing hundreds of citations and multiple fatal crashes statewide.