An 18-year-old Alpharetta woman was transported to the AtriumHealth Floyd Chattooga Emergency Department on New Year’s Day following an accident at the intersection of Commerce Street (Highway 27) and Highway 48.  Summerville Police worked the accident and say that Isabelle Beasley was in a 2022 Kia Soul and attempted to turn left onto Highway 48 and pulled into the path of a 2012 Chevrolet Equinox, driven by 21-year-old Anastasia Reynolds.  The vehicles collided and Beasley’s Kia overturned and then struck a 1996 Ford F-250, driven by 48-year-old Jonathan Smith of Gaylesville, Alabama.  Beasley had to be extracted from the vehicle, but did not sustain any serious injuries.

On Thursday, the Georgia State Patrol Public Information Office released a report on an accident that happened on Sunday evening on Highway 114 near the intersection of Racoon Creek Road.  According to troopers, 72-year old Glenn Leming of Summerville was turning off Racoon Creek Road in a 2020 Jeep Renegade, and pulled into the path of an oncoming 2014 Kia Optima, driven by 20-year-old Emmal Hamby of Lyerly.  Troopers say that the Jeep Renegade struck the Kia Optima in the right rear.  The Optima left the roadway and struck a tree.  Hamby and a passenger, identified as 19-year-old Ethan Cooper of Lyerly, were both taken by AtriumHealth Floyd Ambulance to AtriumHealth Floyd Hospital with injuries.  Leming was cited for failure to yield in connection with the accident.

Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear has given a Chattooga County native, Bode Brooks, a commission as a Kentucky Colonel.  The honorary commission is given to outstanding citizens of the Commonwealth of Kentucky and they retain the commission for their lifetime.

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Trion Fire Department is reminding area residents that working smoke alarms save lives.  Roughly three out of five fire deaths happen in homes with either no smoke alarms or no working smoke alarms. More than one-third (38 percent) of home fire deaths result from fires in which no smoke alarms are present. The risk of dying in a home fire is cut in half in homes with working smoke alarms. The Trion Fire Department says that since 2021 they have installed 525 smoke alarms at NO CHARGE to community members.  If you need a smoke alarm you should call your local fire department for assistance.  If your smoke alarm is not functioning properly, your local fire department will be happy to help you resolve the issue.  Remember smoke alarms save lives!

Announcement from Atrium Health Floyd:

Congratulations to Benjamin and Sandra Perez, of Cedartown, who are the proud parents of the first baby born in 2025 at Atrium Health Floyd Medical Center. Dylan Perez arrived Wednesday morning at 4:24. He weighed in at 7 pounds, 1 ounce and was 20 inches long. Dylan has a 2-year-old sister, Teresa.

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Thursday, January 2, 2025:

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According to a report released on Tuesday of this week by the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office, a 71-year-old man, identified as Marcelin Silvius, was arrested on December 24, 2024, after a traffic stop revealed he was impaired and driving recklessly.

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Yesterday, Andy Allen took over the roll of sole commissioner of Chattooga County. Allen had no previous political experience but won over 60% of the vote in the GOP Primary in May 2024 and went unopposed in the General Election in November. During his campaign, he proposed ambitious plans to improve the county’s infrastructure, public services, and taxation fairness.

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A vital Blood Assurance Blood Drive is set to take place on Friday, January 3, from 11 AM to 3 PM at the Chattooga County EMA / 911 Headquarters, located at 170 Farrar Drive in Summerville. This event aims to encourage community members to roll up their sleeves and make a difference in the lives of those in need. To celebrate National Blood Donor Month, all blood donors will receive a complimentary “Save Lives” long-sleeve shirt, available while supplies last. This initiative not only provides an opportunity to give back but also raises awareness about the importance of blood donation. Organizers recommend that donors prepare for the event by enjoying a nutritious meal beforehand, avoiding energy drinks, staying hydrated with plenty of water, and bringing a valid form of identification. It’s important to remember that just one blood donation can save up to three lives. For those interested in participating, please visit www.bloodassurance.org/chattco or call 1-800-962-0628 to sign up. Your donation can make a significant impact