Area golfers are encouraged to mark their calendars and register now for the 6th annual Drive One FORE! Habitat Golf Tournament, hosted by Habitat for Humanity – Coosa Valley. Scheduled for Monday, October 6th – a significant day globally as it coincides with World Habitat Day – the tournament will take place at the picturesque Meadow Lakes Golf Course in Cedartown.
The Georgia Department of Labor reported on Thursday that Northwest Georgia’s unemployment rate rose slightly to 3.8% in July, a figure that remains unchanged from the same month last year. This modest increase of four-tenths of a percentage point over the previous month reflects a complex economic landscape, characterized by growth in the labor force and a notable rise in initial claims for unemployment benefits.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Thursday, August 21, 2025:
Northwest Georgia can expect a warm and mostly dry Thursday before a significant shift in weather brings widespread showers and thunderstorms throughout the upcoming weekend. Temperatures will hover in the mid-to-high 80s until a noticeable cool-down arrives next week.
The 2025 Chattooga County Agricultural Fair is kicking off today. The fair takes place off Highway 100 in Summerville. The fair, which runs through Sunday, promises a fun-filled weekend for visitors of all ages, with a wide array of attractions, concerts, and events, all included with gate admission.
Summerville water customers affected by alleged water contamination now have a clear path to accessing temporary clean drinking water, thanks to a partial class settlement agreement. Eligible households can choose between receiving regular deliveries of bottled water or having a permanent filtration system installed in their homes, free of charge. However, the deadline to apply is fast approaching.
Walker County Sheriff Steve Wilson announced this week that two individuals have been arrested and charged in connection with the fentanyl overdose death of a Lafayette man that occurred on April 11, 2025.
Summerville Police arrested a 44-year-old woman last Friday after an incident involving a young child found walking alone on a roadway escalated into a brief escape attempt by the child’s grandmother, who was wanted on an outstanding warrant.
The Chattooga High School Welding Program is once again igniting excitement with its popular annual fundraiser, offering community members a chance to purchase expertly crafted items while supporting local student education. This year, in addition to popular returning favorites, the program is thrilled to unveil a brand-new, festive product: custom-made metal pumpkins.
In a significant effort to aid homeowners grappling with the financial fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic, the Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA) has expanded its Homeowner Assistance Fund to include a new refinancing option known as the Georgia Mortgage Assistance (GMA) Refinance Loan program. This initiative aims to provide relief for residents who are facing challenges in securing affordable mortgage solutions, thereby helping them maintain home ownership.
