Rainy Saturday for Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia

Northwest Georgia will stay wet today as widespread rain continues through the morning and into the evening.

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Menlo Man Arrested in Rome on Cocaine Possession Charge

A Menlo man was arrested in Rome Tuesday of this week after reports indicated he was found in possession of cocaine at a shopping center near the Yamaha dealership on Martha Berry Highway.

Authorities say Lincoln Derrick Maddux, 24, of Menlo, was taken into custody by the Floyd County Police Department and is charged with possession of cocaine. No additional details were released in the initial report.

AdventHealth Redmond Names Rome Native Hudson Sutton as Executive Director of Operations

AdventHealth Redmond has announced the appointment of Hudson Sutton as the hospital’s new executive director of operations.

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Arrest Report – Tuesday – December 30, 2025

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Tuesday, December 30, 2025:

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Arrest Report – Monday – December 29, 2025

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Monday, December 29, 2025:

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Field Swells to 20 Candidates in Special Election Race for Northwest Georgia’s 14th District

The race to replace U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene continues to grow, with four more Republicans filing paperwork, bringing the total to 20 candidates registered with the Federal Election Commission so far.

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Arrest Report – Sunday – December 28, 2025

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Sunday, December 28, 2025:

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Dry Conditions Persist Across Northwest Georgia as Drought Concerns Linger into Winter

Georgia is experiencing ongoing dry conditions and drought pressure as the state heads into the winter months. According to the latest U.S. Drought Monitor, large portions of Georgia are showing signs of dryness or drought, with drought classifications ranging from abnormally dry (D0) to moderate drought (D1) in many regions. U.S. Drought Monitor

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Armuchee Man Charged After Alleged Assault at Burr Drive Residence

An Armuchee man is facing felony and misdemeanor charges following an alleged assault early Friday morning at a residence on Burr Drive, according to jail reports.

Authorities say the incident occurred when a woman was shoved onto a couch and allegedly choked. Reports indicate the suspect pinned the woman’s arms at her sides during the assault.

Justin Anthony Stanley, 37, was arrested and charged with felony aggravated assault and misdemeanor battery. He was later booked into the Floyd County Jail.

No additional details were released, and the case remains under investigation.

Arrest Report – Saturday – December 27, 2025

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Saturday, December 27, 2025:

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