The Chattooga High School Class of 1968 is gearing up for its annual get-together, inviting all classmates to reconnect and reminisce. The event is scheduled for Saturday, September 20, from 2 p.m. until 6 p.m., and will be held at the Red Lobster on Shorter Avenue in Rome.
A grand jury has formally indicted an inmate at Hays State Prison, Hector DeJesus Torres, in connection with the fatal stabbing of a fellow prisoner inside the facility last year.
Anheuser-Busch, a leading American brewer and maker of iconic beer brands including Michelob ULTRA, Busch Light, Budweiser, and more, today announced a significant $9.2 million investment in its Cartersville, Georgia brewery. This latest upgrade is part of the company’s ongoing Brewing Futures initiative, designed to fuel increased production of its fast-growing brands and create and sustain U.S. manufacturing jobs.
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Georgia’s statewide archery deer season officially kicks off today, Saturday, September 13, 2025, across the state, inviting hunters with legal archery equipment to the woods. However, as enthusiasts prepare to pursue their quarry, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is issuing a critical reminder: prioritize safety, especially regarding tree stand use.
Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) is inviting the community to brighten their fall landscapes while supporting student learning through its annual Fall Mum Sale. The Horticulture program will host the sale from Monday, September 15, through Thursday, September 18, outside Building L, located across from GNTC’s Floyd County Campus in Rome.
A Summerville man with a prior felony conviction has been arrested in Rome, facing charges of illegally possessing a firearm after reportedly purchasing a handgun earlier this year.
Marcus Dupree Stamper, 32, was taken into custody following an investigation into reports that he had acquired a Taurus handgun. Authorities allege Stamper paid $200 for the weapon from an individual on Randall Road back in May.
As a convicted felon, Georgia law strictly prohibits individuals with prior felony convictions from owning or possessing firearms. Stamper now faces a charge of Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon.
Details regarding his bond and upcoming court appearances were not immediately available.
Three individuals have been arrested in DeKalb County, Alabama following an intensive investigation into the overdose death of 53-year-old Kimberly Ann Little, which occurred on Tuesday, September 9, 2025. The arrests include a charge of Manslaughter-Fentanyl, highlighting the severe consequences of illicit drug activity.
Fire crews from multiple agencies battled an early morning blaze that engulfed an abandoned structure on Old Highway 27 in Trion, near the Walker County line, early this morning (Friday).
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Friday, September 12, 2025: