New parents leaving Atrium Health Floyd Medical Center will soon receive child identification kits designed to help protect their babies during an emergency.
The Family Crisis Center of Walker, Dade, Catoosa and Chattooga Counties will host its Empowered to Protect – Educate – Heal Conference 2026 on Tuesday, September 29, bringing nationally recognized speakers and victim advocates together for a full day of education and training.
The Georgia Department of Driver Services is encouraging motorists to take a few minutes to add emergency contact information to their driver’s license or state ID records—a free update that could prove invaluable during an emergency.
The City of Summerville is accepting applications for the position of full-time firefighter with the Summerville Fire Department.
The department is an ISO Class 3 rated combination fire department that provides fire prevention, emergency medical response, and public education services to the community.
City officials say they are looking for applicants who are ready to serve the public and help protect the Summerville community.
Applications may be completed online through the City of Summerville’s official job opportunities page. Paper applications are also available at Summerville City Hall, located at 120 Georgia Avenue.
For more information, contact Human Resources Director Kim Tucker at 706-859-0900 or visit City Hall Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.
Families in Chattooga County will have an opportunity to get up close to a variety of emergency, utility, and service vehicles today during the City of Summerville’s Touch A Truck event.
The sensory-friendly event is scheduled for 10 a.m. until noon today, Saturday, June 13, on East Washington Street in downtown Summerville. Organizers say the event is designed specifically with the special needs community in mind while remaining open and welcoming to everyone.
Children and families will have the chance to climb aboard, explore, and learn about police vehicles, fire trucks, ambulances, bucket trucks, tow trucks, tractors, and other specialized equipment used throughout the community.
Participants will also have an opportunity to meet local first responders, public safety officials, and community exhibitors, including representatives from the Summerville Police Department, Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office, fire services, EMS, public works, and other local organizations.
Free Kona Ice will be available during the event, courtesy of United Community Bank and Southeast First National Bank.
Organizers say the event will feature a reduced-noise environment, hands-on exploration, and a supportive atmosphere designed to make the experience enjoyable for all ages and abilities.
The City of Summerville will host a sensory-friendly “Touch A Truck” event this Saturday, June 13, from 10 a.m. until noon on East Washington Street.
Children and families will have an opportunity to learn about fire safety and meet local firefighters during a special event happening today at the Chattooga County Library in Summerville.
The Sara Hightower Regional Library System is hosting Safety Day with the Summerville Fire Department today at 11 a.m. at the Chattooga Library, located at 360 Farrar Drive.
The event is designed for children ages 0 to 11 and will feature local firefighters sharing important safety information in a fun and engaging environment. Young attendees will also have the opportunity to tour a fire truck, meet firefighters, and learn about the equipment they use to protect the community.
Organizers say the program is intended to help children become more familiar with fire safety practices while giving them a chance to interact with local first responders.
The event is free and open to the public. Families are encouraged to attend and take advantage of this educational opportunity while school is out for the summer.
During National EMS Week, AdventHealth Georgia is welcoming a new source of comfort and encouragement for its Emergency Medical Services team.
Chattooga County EMA/E-911 is currently hiring for a full-time Communications Officer position at the county’s E-911 Center.
Georgia lawmakers have approved legislation aimed at helping law enforcement officers better handle traffic stops involving people with autism and developmental disabilities.