The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) has confirmed a case of measles in an unvaccinated resident of Fulton County, prompting a public health alert for potential exposures that occurred between September 2 and 11, 2025. The individual, who has no known international travel history, is no longer infectious but may have exposed others at several public locations within Fulton County.
Chattooga County is currently home to 138 registered sex offenders, according to the latest data. Authorities recently announced the arrest of one such offender, Jason Leon Thomas, for violating the terms of his probation.
Families and outdoor enthusiasts are invited to James H. “Sloppy” Floyd State Park for a day of fun, fishing, and adventure on Saturday, September 27th, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The park’s Outdoor Adventure Day and Kid’s Fishing Rodeo promises a lively mix of activities designed to entertain and educate visitors of all ages while celebrating Georgia’s natural beauty.
Georgia residents lost an astounding $420 million to internet-related crimes in 2024, a staggering 40% increase from the previous year, according to newly released data from the FBI. The state now ranks an alarming 11th nationally for cybercrime complaints, jumping from 13th in 2023, as sophisticated scams continue to plague individuals and businesses.
In a state rich with history, Georgia’s legal system often reveals fascinating echoes of its past as one of the thirteen original British Colonies. Among these is the “good behavior warrant,” a legal instrument whose name harks back to a bygone era when Georgia was part of the British Empire, but serves a distinctly modern purpose in protecting citizens.
Health experts are sounding the alarm over critically low vaccination rates across Georgia, warning that the state’s lagging immunization uptake, particularly for the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine, puts communities at significant risk of preventable disease outbreaks. Georgia reportedly holds one of the lowest MMR vaccine uptake rates in the Southern United States, a concerning trend that threatens public health and herd immunity.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Saturday, September 13, 2025:
Residents of Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia can look forward to a prolonged stretch of warm, sunny, and largely dry weather starting this Saturday, September 13, 2025, and extending through Thursday, September 18, 2025. A dominant high-pressure system is expected to settle over the region, ensuring clear skies and significantly reducing the chance of rain for nearly a week.
The LaFayette Ramblers staged a dominant second-half performance last night to defeat the Trion Bulldogs 32-14 at Sam R. McCain Stadium, marking a significant milestone for the program. The victory not only secures LaFayette’s first 3-1 season start since 2021 but also ends a decade-long losing streak against their Trion rivals.
The Chattooga Indians hosted their first home football game of the season Friday evening, celebrating homecoming festivities but ultimately falling to Gordon Central with a final score of 21-14. Despite a spirited second-half performance, the Indians remain in search of their first win.
