Drivers in Chattooga County and across Northwest Georgia are seeing a little relief at the pump this week, but fuel prices remain under pressure as global oil markets react to ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
Forest landowners across Northwest Georgia will have a chance to gain practical, hands-on advice for managing and improving their property during a free field day set for Tuesday, April 7, in Summerville.
This week’s WZQZ Chattooga Animal Shelter Pet of the Week is Diesel, a friendly dog looking for a forever home.
Diesel is a male dog described as sweet and playful, and he also does well with other dogs. His lovable personality and cheerful energy could make him a great addition to the right family.
Diesel is available now through the Chattooga County Animal Shelter, located at 464 Red Oak Drive in Summerville. The adoption fee is $25.
The shelter is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Wednesday visits are available by appointment. For more information, call 706-857-0679.
If you have been thinking about adopting, Diesel may be the perfect pet to bring home.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Monday, March 30, 2026:
A noticeable warm-up is underway across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia, with springlike heat building Tuesday and daily rain chances settling in through the weekend.
A pedestrian was injured Thursday evening following a vehicle accident at a busy Summerville intersection.
According to the crash report, the incident occurred around 6:43 PM on March 26th at the intersection of Rome Boulevard and Lyerly Highway.
Authorities say a pickup truck driven by a 61-year-old Lyerly man, identified as Carlton Battles, was traveling north on Rome Boulevard and was turning left onto Lyerly Highway when the collision occurred.
The pedestrian, a 28-year-old Summerville woman, identified as Derrian Baker, was walking north along the sidewalk and entered the crosswalk to cross Lyerly Highway while traffic was stopped at a red light.
Investigators say the driver reported that sun glare obstructed his vision, and he did not see the pedestrian until the moment of impact. A witness at the scene told officers the pedestrian was clearly within the crosswalk when she was struck.
Police say the woman was hit by the vehicle’s side mirror and knocked to the ground. She was transported by EMS to Floyd Hospital with complaints of pain to her right foot and ankle.
Battles was cited for failure to yield to a pedestrian in a crosswalk, according to the report that was released to WZQZ on Friday afternoon.
Advance Voting for the April 7, 2026 Special Election Runoff to fill the unexpired terms of Marjorie Taylor Greene (US House of Representatives, District 14) and Colton More (State Senate, District 53) will begin today, Monday, March 30, 2026 at 8:30 AM and end at 5 PM on Thursday, April 2, 2026.
Daily hours are 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM. All Advance Voting will take place at the Chattooga County Registrars Office located at 10017 Commerce Street in Summerville.
On Election Day, April 7, 2026, the polls are open from 7 AM – 7 PM. All Election Day voting takes place at the assigned polling locations, not the Registrars Office. Polling places in Chattooga County include: Gore Fire Hall, Lyerly Community Center, old Menlo City Hall, Chattooga County Civic Center and the Trion Recreation Department.
Government issued photo ID is required. The registration deadline for this election was March 9, 2026.
Residents in Chattooga County who are served by the Summerville Water Department are being notified of planned hydrant flushing set for Monday, March 30th, from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
According to the City of Summerville Fire Department, crews will be working in areas including Highway 48, Smallen Road, and Fish Hatchery Road as part of routine system maintenance.
During this time, residents may notice brief periods of water discoloration. Officials say this is normal and safe, and if it occurs, simply running your tap for a few minutes should allow the water to clear.
The maintenance work includes hydrant lubrication, flushing, and function checks, all of which are essential to ensure the system remains reliable and ready for emergencies.
City officials thank residents for their patience and cooperation as they complete this important work to keep the community protected.
Trion Middle School is calling on the community to help inspire the next generation.
School leaders are currently seeking volunteers to participate in Career Day on May 8th from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Participants will have the opportunity to share insights about their careers and help students explore the many paths their futures can take.
Organizers say this is a great way to make a positive impact on local students by giving them real-world perspectives and encouragement.
Anyone interested in volunteering—or who knows someone who may be a good fit—is encouraged to reach out to Christy Brown at 706-734-7433 ext. 1203 or by email at christy.brown@trionschools.org.
Community involvement plays a key role in helping students succeed, and organizers say they would love to see strong local participation.