Today, there is a slight chance of showers between noon and 3 PM, with a higher chance of showers and thunderstorms afterward. The weather is mostly cloudy with a high near 69°F and a 40% chance of precipitation. Tonight, showers and thunderstorms are likely before 4 AM, followed by a chance of showers. There may be patchy fog before 2 AM and after 5 AM. The temperature will drop to around 57°F, with a 70% chance of precipitation and new rainfall amounts between one-tenth and a quarter of an inch, potentially higher in storms.

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Wednesday, February 5, 2025:

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In a significant crackdown on fraud related to the federal Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), a grand jury in Mitchell County has indicted 21 residents of Camilla for allegedly defrauding the relief fund designed to assist small businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Don’t wait until the last minute to get tickets to the 2025 Wings Over North Georgia air show. They are already moving as fast as the fighter jets that will take to the skies of Rome, GA in October.

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The Chattooga County Registrars Office is reminding residents that advance voting for the upcoming Special Election on March 18, 2025, will take place from February 24 through March 14. All advance voting will be conducted at the Registrars Office.

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Floyd County police arrested a Chattooga County man this week after a domestic incident.  According to reports,  Lavoris Shajuan Williams, a 43-year-old man from Summerville, was taken into custody following an altercation that left a female victim injured.  The altercation was witnessed by a young child. The incident took place on Regina Drive in Rome, where authorities report that Williams allegedly shoved the victim in the face during a heated dispute, causing her glasses to fall off. The confrontation took place in the presence of a 7-year-old child. Williams now faces multiple charges, including simple battery, third-degree cruelty to children, and probation violation.

The Trion Fire Department has shared that Captain Brannon Martin has finished the Residential Safety Surveys for Fire Departments course at the Georgia Public Safety Training Center. This program helps fire professionals learn how to conduct and evaluate residential safety surveys to boost community safety. These surveys help spot fire risks in homes and ensure compliance with safety codes, which can lower fire hazards. They also improve public relations and provide residents with fire safety knowledge. The surveys focus on finding hazards, educating residents, improving relations, and reducing risks. They check safety features like fire alarms, stovetops, escape routes, emergency lighting, and exterior electrical outlets.  Captain Martin’s training demonstrates the Trion Fir Department’s commitment to community safety and fire protection.

On Monday, Georgia House Speaker Jon Burns, along with other officials and community members, introduced a comprehensive school safety plan. This plan includes a statewide student information sharing database, the formation of threat assessment teams in schools, and the requirement for an anonymous reporting app. It also addresses physical security needs, increases penalties for making terroristic threats, and promotes responsible firearm ownership.

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Empowered Elegance, a local non-profit organization dedicated to supporting under-resourced young women in Northwest Georgia, is gearing up for its 3rd annual Prom Pop Up event. Set to take place on Friday, February 21st, and Saturday, February 22nd, the event aims to ensure that all young ladies can experience the magic of prom night, regardless of their financial situation.

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Later this month, the Chattooga Young Farmers will host a meeting aimed at helping local cattle producers with custom vaccines for their herds from a leading and innovative company dealing with bovine health.

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