This week, the Summerville Police Department has announced an arrest following an investigation into burglaries and thefts dating back to August. Terry Stallings, 51, of Summerville, was taken into custody on August 28 and faces charges of Burglary 2nd Degree and Theft by Taking (3rd or Subsequent) Felony.
The Georgia Department of Labor announced on Thursday a positive trend for Northwest Georgia’s economy, with the region’s unemployment rate experiencing a notable decrease. The latest figures reveal a drop to 3.4% over the month, down four-tenths of a percentage point from the previous month. This marks an improvement compared to the 3.9% unemployment rate recorded one year ago.
Get ready to ignite your taste buds and community spirit! Summerville is set to host its highly anticipated Steam Special Chili & Brunswick Stew Cook-Off on Saturday, September 27th, promising a day of savory competition, festive entertainment, and family fun at the historic Summerville Depot.
Berry College has once again demonstrated its commitment to student success and academic excellence, earning significant national and regional recognition in U.S. News & World Report’s highly anticipated 2026 Best Colleges rankings. The institution was named among the top 30 colleges nationwide for several key high-impact educational practices, solidifying its position as a leader in experiential learning.
The 2026 race for Georgia Governor is already a full-throttle sprint, with Attorney General Chris Carr and Lt. Governor Burt Jones engaging in an escalating battle for key endorsements, signaling an early test of strength and influence within the Republican party.
A New York man attempting to cash a fraudulent check at United Community Bank in Summerville on September 18, was apprehended and subsequently charged with multiple offenses, including identity theft and forgery. The suspect, initially identifying himself as James Harold Cochran, was later revealed to be Michael Bryant.
Chattooga County Sheriff Mark Schrader has issued an urgent warning to county residents about a new and aggressive scam targeting individuals by impersonating the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) and attempting to solicit sensitive bank account information over the phone.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Thursday, September 25, 2025:
Residents across Northwest Georgia should brace for a continuation of scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms, expected to persist through Saturday. While most storms are forecast to be moderate, there’s a possibility of isolated stronger cells capable of producing heavy downpours, frequent lightning, and damaging gusty winds.
A routine observation of reckless driving by a Chattooga County Sheriff’s deputy last Friday quickly escalated into a drug bust, leading to the arrest of a local man on multiple felony drug and traffic charges.
