The “McRig,” McDonald’s mobile restaurant unit, will be making its way to the Asheville, North Carolina location to lend a helping hand to those impacted by the devastating effects of Hurricane Helene. This state-of-the-art, self-contained kitchen on wheels is a testament to the fast-food giant’s dedication to supporting the communities they serve, even in the face of natural disasters.
The annual Sum Nelly Festival in Summerville is a highly anticipated event, taking place this Saturday, October 5th. With over 117 vendors registered, Dowdy Park will be filled with a diverse selection of handcrafted treasures, including jewelry, paintings, and pottery. Foodies will enjoy homemade jams, jellies, roasted corn, barbecue, corn dogs, funnel cakes, and candied apples. The festival promises to be a sensory delight, showcasing the creativity and culinary talent of the community. Whether you are a spectator looking to explore new artisanal goods or a vendor wanting to showcase your creations, the Sum Nelly Festival is an event not to be missed.
A Chattooga County family is seeking answers about a family pet that was euthanized by Chattooga County Animal Control. The Ragland family talked with WZQZ News about the incident in which their dog was taken by animal control. The family says that the dog was euthanized less than twenty-four-hours after being picked up.
An accident on Highway 27 near Sloppy Floyd Lake Road snarled afternoon traffic on Wednesday. The accident, which happened before 5 PM, caused lanes of traffic to be closed while emergency responders worked the accident. The Georgia State Patrol told WZQZ News on Wednesday night that no one was seriously injured in the accident. WZQZ will have more details about the accident when a preliminary report is released by the Georgia State Patrol Public Information Office.
Habitat for Humanity – Coosa Valley will celebrate their 60th home with a dedication on Sunday, October 13th at 3 PM.
A 35-year-old man from Rome is facing multiple charges for causing a lockdown at Rome High and Rome Middle Schools. Dalton Reese Clay pointed a BB gun resembling an AR-15 rifle at another driver, then fled from police, reaching 95 mph on Veterans Memorial Highway. He drove erratically in school traffic on Wolf Drive, prompting the lockdown. Clay abandoned his vehicle and ran into the woods, where he was found with a large machete. He is charged with multiple offenses, including eluding police, carrying a weapon on school grounds, disrupting school activities, assault, reckless driving, and obstruction of officers.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Wednesday, October 2, 2024:
AdventHealth Redmond has officially welcomed Stephanie Whitley-Ferguson as its new chaplain.
October is designated as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual campaign aimed at increasing knowledge and understanding of this devastating disease that affects millions of women worldwide. During this time, organizations, healthcare providers, and communities come together to shine a spotlight on breast cancer, its risk factors, early detection methods, and the importance of regular screenings. AtriumHealth Floyd says that mammograms are key to fighting breast cancer.
Floyd County Police arrested an Armuchee woman this week on drug charges after responding to a domestic dispute in Texas Valley. Misti Ann Smith, 41, was found with suspected methamphetamine, which she threw onto the property to avoid prosecution. She faces charges of possession of meth, tampering with evidence, and littering, according to Floyd County Jail records.
