Residents of Northwest Georgia are experiencing a continuation of summer-like conditions this Sunday, driven by a powerful upper-level high-pressure system that is effectively blocking the arrival of traditional autumn weather. While a developing tropical system tracks along the East Coast, its impact on inland Georgia remains minimal, leaving the region hot, dry, and sunny.
A 19-year-old was arrested Friday night after a two-vehicle crash on Highway 27 at Back Penn Road left a family, including a 5-month-old infant, injured, and the driver attempting to flee the scene. Miguel Jimenez faces multiple charges, including DUI, hit-and-run, and improper use of a turn lane, following the incident.
The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) has announced the appointment of Joel Dillingham as the new District 6 Area 4 Manager. Dillingham steps into the leadership role with a wealth of experience, bringing 18 years of dedicated service to GDOT. In his new capacity, he will be responsible for overseeing all construction and maintenance projects within Area 4, a region encompassing Chattooga, Dade, Floyd, and Walker counties in northwest Georgia.
Walker County Commissioners are set to revisit a contentious proposal this Thursday that would mandate all pets over a certain age be spayed or neutered, a measure aimed at tackling the county’s growing stray animal population but one that critics decry as an overreach into personal liberties.
Outdoor burning restrictions, in place since May 1 to combat summer ozone levels, will be lifted for 54 northern Georgia counties, including Chattooga and surrounding counties, on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, the Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD) announced on Thursday of this week.
Summerville Police are investigating a residential theft reported last week where a local man claims a rifle and hundreds of dollars went missing after a recent overnight guest had access to his home.
With the deadline of October 4th rapidly approaching, residents and businesses of Chattooga County have a limited window to contribute to a vital initiative aimed at supporting local families with essential hygiene and household products. The ongoing Toiletry Drive, spearheaded by the Chattooga County 4-H Extension office, is highlighting a critical gap in federal assistance programs, leaving many families struggling to afford basic necessities.
A recent report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has sounded a significant alarm, declaring that Chagas disease, once largely considered a concern for Latin America, is now an established and ongoing public health hazard within the United States. Scientists are urging a shift in perspective, moving from viewing the disease as a rare importation to recognizing its endemic status – meaning it is persistently present in the U.S. population.
Dr. George Bosworth is retiring from his position on the board of Floyd Healthcare Management Inc. (FHMI) and has been named FHMI Chair Emeritus. He began his pediatrics practice at Harbin Clinic in 1989 and became a cherished member of the local community, recording over 50,000 patient visits. He joined the FHMI board in 2001 and served as chair from 2012 to 2021.
Residents in Northwest Georgia can expect a mix of patchy morning fog and a slight chance of afternoon showers today, but major tropical systems churning in the Atlantic are forecast to remain at bay, bringing only minimal impacts to the region through the middle of next week.
