An early morning “Be On the Lookout” (BOLO) alert for a reckless driver resulted in the arrest of a 35-year-old man on DUI charges last week in Chattooga County.
Today is the last day of school before Fall Break, for both local high schools. Trion City Schools and Chattooga County Schools will be on fall break until Tuesday, October 14, 2025. Chattooga County Schools are on a four-day school week and are always out of class on Mondays. Monday, October 13th, will be a teacher work day in the Trion City School system.
Chattooga High School has once again demonstrated exceptional academic success, recording a four-year graduation rate that significantly surpasses the state average, according to data released by Chattooga County Schools.
Summerville Police are searching for the driver of a large white truck following a hit-and-run collision on Highway 114 late Tuesday evening. The incident occurred as the truck was reportedly attempting to merge due to approaching emergency vehicles.
The federal government formally shut down at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday after Congress failed to pass necessary funding legislation, immediately triggering concern across Georgia where an estimated 110,900 federal employees could see their paychecks halted.
Plenty of Sunshine in Northwest Georgia as Dominant High-Pressure System Brings Warm, Stable Weather
Residents of Northwest Georgia are enjoying a period of exceptionally clear and warm weather today, thanks to a strong high-pressure system that has settled firmly over the region. This dominating atmospheric feature is suppressing typical autumn cloudiness, ushering in a stretch of stable conditions and daytime temperatures significantly warmer than the seasonal average.
The Summerville Recreation Department officially launched registration for its highly anticipated 2025-2026 Youth Basketball League at midnight on Wednesday, October 1st. Parents are encouraged to sign their children up early to secure a spot and take advantage of the discounted registration fee for the winter program.
Chattooga County Elections and Registration announced this week that a special election has been called for November 4, 2025, presenting residents with two crucial ballot questions concerning new sales and use taxes. The election will coincide with the Statewide Special Election for Public Service Commission Districts 2 and 3, aiming to maximize voter participation.
The City of Summerville and Summerville Main Street have officially announced the date for the 2025 Mini Renaissance Festival: Saturday, October 11th, 2025. Set to transform the historic Summerville Depot into a vibrant world of medieval fantasy, the free event promises a day of immersive entertainment and excitement for all ages.
The Northwest Georgia Center for Independent Living (NW Ga. CIL) has introduced a new program called “Pathways to Partnerships” (P2P) aimed at helping students with disabilities develop skills for life after high school. This program is funded for five years through a grant from the Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency (GVRA). The main goal of P2P is to teach participants necessary skills to find jobs and gain independence.