In celebration of the first full week of spring, the Walker County Landfill will host “Strawapalooza” this Tuesday and Wednesday, March 24 & 25. There won’t be any musical acts performing, but there will be a lot of straw to give away.
Chattooga County Commissioner Andy Allen says he and Sheriff Mark Schrader will be reviewing bids for a new roof at the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office on Underwood Dairy Road in Trion.
A juvenile was injured Thursday evening after multiple shots were fired into a home on Superba Avenue in North Rome, according to the Rome Police Department.
Officers with the Rome-Floyd Task Force were in the area serving a search warrant when they reported hearing approximately 30 gunshots. A responding officer was directed into the residence, where they found a juvenile suffering from a gunshot wound to the shoulder in the kitchen area.
The officer immediately began providing medical aid, reassuring the child while awaiting emergency transport. The victim was later taken to a hospital for treatment. The extent of the injuries has not been released, but the child was conscious at the scene.
Investigators say multiple shell casings of various calibers were recovered in the roadway near the intersection of Clervue Circle, indicating a large volume of gunfire. Officers also observed several bullet holes along the front and left side of the home, with at least one round entering through a window near the front door.
At the time of the shooting, four juveniles—ranging in age from 8 to 14—were inside the residence. Fortunately, no other injuries were reported.
Authorities reviewed surveillance footage from nearby convenience stores, which showed an SUV leaving the North Avenue area around the time of the shooting. A traffic stop was conducted on a vehicle matching that description, but investigators determined the driver was not involved.
The investigation remains ongoing, and no arrests have been announced.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Saturday, March 21, 2026:
Chattooga County and the rest of Northwest Georgia are heading into a stretch of unseasonably warm weather this weekend, with temperatures expected to run 15 to 20 degrees above normal through Saturday, Sunday, and Monday. Afternoon highs will climb into the low to mid 80s across the region, creating a much more summer-like pattern than what is typical for late March.
Dry conditions continue to impact northwest Georgia, with Chattooga, Walker, Floyd, and Gordon counties all experiencing ongoing drought concerns as of mid-March.
Two individuals were arrested following an altercation that led to the discovery of illegal drugs earlier this week in Chattooga County.
A 10-year-old cat named Sherbet is looking for a loving home through the Chattooga County Animal Shelter in Summerville.
Sherbet, described as a laid-back “lap lounger” and window watcher, was surrendered by his previous owner and is now hoping to find a quiet home where he can be the only cat. Shelter staff say he would make a great companion for someone looking for a calm and affectionate pet.
The Chattooga County Animal Shelter is located at 464 Red Oak Drive and is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with Wednesday visits available by appointment. The shelter also opens the first Saturday of each month for adoptions.
Anyone interested in adopting Sherbet can call 706-857-0679 for more information.
The City of Summerville is alerting residents and visitors to planned parking striping work along Commerce Street in the downtown area this weekend.
City officials say crews will be working throughout the day on Saturday and Sunday, and sections of parking along Commerce Street may be temporarily blocked off to allow for the striping to be completed.
Drivers are encouraged to plan ahead and use caution when traveling through downtown, as well as to be mindful of any posted signage or barricades in place during the work.
The city is asking for the public’s patience as the project is completed, noting the improvements will help enhance parking organization and overall traffic flow in the downtown area.
Students from across Chattooga County came together for a day of service, raising nearly $2,000 to support the local animal shelter while also volunteering their time.