The Salvation Army of Rome has added a new mobile canteen to its emergency response and community outreach operations, providing another resource to assist residents across Northwest Georgia, including Chattooga County.
A Floyd County man who spent more than 25 years in prison for a murder conviction that was later overturned has been arrested again, this time on a fugitive from justice warrant out of Tennessee.
AdventHealth Redmond recently brought together healthcare professionals from across Northwest Georgia for the 2026 Northwest Georgia Cardiovascular Symposium, an event focused on improving heart and vascular care throughout the region.
The Northwest Georgia Center for Independent Living (NWGACIL) has announced its fall 2026 class schedule, offering a variety of educational programs designed to help individuals develop practical life skills, improve independence and explore new opportunities.
AdventHealth is inviting the community to a free evening of Christian music, worship and inspirational testimonies when “Night of Hope – Testimony” takes place Saturday, November 7, at The Forum River Center in Rome.
High school students from Chattooga County and across Northwest Georgia are putting their technical skills to the test today as the Northwest Georgia Skills Challenge takes place at the Forum River Center in Rome.
The Salvation Army in Rome will hold a special Angel Tree registration event on Tuesday, October 27, giving qualifying families and senior citizens an opportunity to apply for Christmas assistance.
The registration event will take place from 1 PM until 3 PM at Dirt Pour Coffee and Cafe.
Cristina Tilley with the Salvation Army in Rome says the Angel Tree program is available to children under the age of 12 whose parents’ income does not exceed 130 percent of the federal poverty level. Senior citizens ages 65 and older may also qualify for assistance.
Parents registering children will need to bring a photo ID, proof of income for both parents, proof of address, and birth certificates for all qualifying children.
Senior citizens applying for assistance will need to provide identification, proof of income, and proof of address.
The Angel Tree program helps provide Christmas gifts to children and seniors in need during the holiday season.
Those interested in receiving assistance are encouraged to have all required documents ready when they arrive for registration on October 27.
Animal Advocates of Chattooga County is sharing information about an upcoming spay and neuter transport opportunity for area pet owners through My Kids Have Paws Veterinary Services.
The Northwest Georgia Center for Independent Living (NWGACIL) is inviting the community to celebrate its new location in downtown Rome with a special Halloween-themed open house and ribbon-cutting ceremony next week.
Georgia motorists are seeing some relief at the gas pump, with the statewide average price for regular unleaded gasoline falling eight cents over the past week. However, AAA warns that rising crude oil prices could slow further declines.