
A man has been arrested on a felony warrant charging him with a robbery in North Rome more than a year ago.

A man has been arrested on a felony warrant charging him with a robbery in North Rome more than a year ago.

A shoplifting incident at the Golden Package Liquor store led to the arrest of a homeless man. Summerville Police were dispatched to the location following a report of a theft in progress. According to a 911 call, the suspect was described as wearing a blue jacket and a red hat. Upon arrival, officers located a man matching the description on Kelly Street at Bittings. The individual was identified as 66-year-old Hugh Vernon Snider Jr.

With cold winter weather here, Chattooga County fire officials urge residents to prioritize safety when it comes to home heating. With increased reliance on space heaters, fireplaces, and alternative heating sources, understanding effective safety measures is crucial for preventing potential hazards.


The Chattooga Young Farmers have announced the postponement of their highly anticipated Annual Banquet originally set for this Saturday. Citing concerns over inclement weather predicted for later this week, organizers have decided to reschedule the event to ensure the safety of all attendees. The banquet will now take place on January 25 at 7 PM at the Chattooga County Ag Center. Those who plan to attend are kindly requested to RSVP by January 22 to facilitate proper arrangements. In addition to the banquet update, the Young Farmers have also announced a new date for the pesticide recertification course in collaboration with Floyd County. The class will now be held on Tuesday, January 21, at Burk Farm in Armuchee, starting at 6:30 PM. Participants are reminded that a meal will be provided for a cost of $10.

A 33-year-old man, John Howard Trammel, was arrested late last Thursday night after a confrontation with law enforcement while allegedly tampering with an abandoned motorcycle.

Pre-K registration for Trion Elementary School begins Friday, February 14th for all students wishing to enroll in the 2025-2026 school year. Parents/Legal Guardians may stop by the elementary office beginning at 8:30 am on February 14th to pick up enrollment packets and turn in required documentation.

In a decisive move during its Called Board of Education Meeting on Tuesday, January 7, the Chattooga County Board of Education unanimously voted to opt out of House Bill 581 (HB 581), a newly enacted statewide floating homestead exemption. This decision aims to safeguard the financial health of Chattooga County Schools and ensure the continued delivery of quality education for local students.

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Tuesday, January 7, 2025:

In an update issued early this morning, the National Weather Service (NWS) is alerting residents of Northwest Georgia to prepare for potentially hazardous winter weather as the likelihood of winter precipitation increases later this week. The latest data indicates that a weather system could bring freezing rain and snow to the region, raising concerns about travel and utility disruptions.