A Calhoun man has been transferred from Autry State Prison to Floyd County to face a long list of charges tied to the execution of two search warrants in November of 2024.
Housing activity in Chattooga County remained steady in March 2026, reflecting continued demand for homes across Northwest Georgia.
The Chattooga High School Class of 2015 is making plans to reunite this summer, with a class reunion scheduled for Saturday, July 18, 2026.
The event will be held at the Chattooga County Agricultural Center beginning at 6 PM. Organizers say tickets are $25 per person, and all attendees must be at least 18 years old.
Class members interested in attending are encouraged to connect through social media or sign up for updates. A Remind notification system has been set up, and a Facebook group for the Class of 2015 reunion is also available for those wanting more information.
Organizers say tickets should be purchased in advance, with a deadline of June 30. Those interested can reach out to Tiffany Maynard, Jessie Corbitt, or Ivy Middleton for additional details.
The reunion is expected to bring classmates together for an evening of reconnecting and celebrating more than a decade since graduation.
The American Red Cross is encouraging donors to give blood now to help hospitals and transfusion centers remain prepared to care for patients in need.
Officials say the combination of warmer weather, outdoor activities, and spring travel can disrupt regular donation routines, leading to a drop in available blood products. Even small changes in schedules can have a significant impact on the blood supply.
Donors of all blood types, including those giving for the first time, are urged to make an appointment in the coming days or weeks.
To help encourage donations, the Red Cross is offering incentives for those who give. Individuals who donate between April 13 and April 30, 2026, will receive a $15 e-gift card to a merchant of their choice. Those who donate from May 1 through May 17, 2026, will receive a $20 Amazon gift card by email.
Appointments can be scheduled by visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS, or using the Red Cross Blood Donor App.
The LaFayette Farmers Market kicks off its 2026 season today with its annual Opening Day Market and Plant Sale at the Farmers Market Pavilion on East Villanow Street.
The event runs from 9 AM until 1 PM and features more than 70 local farmers, makers, and bakers offering fresh produce, plants, and handmade goods. Organizers say all items sold at the market are grown or made within 50 miles of LaFayette, supporting local farms and small businesses.
Visitors can also enjoy food, music, and family-friendly activities. A special “Kids Grow Here” area includes seed planting and a scavenger hunt to help children get excited about gardening and agriculture.
The opening day event marks the start of another season focused on local agriculture, small businesses, and community connection in Northwest Georgia.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Friday, April 24, 2026:
Chattooga County and much of Northwest Georgia will continue to deal with hazy skies today as wildfire smoke drifts north from South Georgia and North Florida. The smoke may create milky-looking skies and could lead to reduced air quality in some areas, especially where winds remain lighter.
The City of Summerville and Summerville Main Street are inviting the community out tonight for another evening of live music as the Summerville Natural Gas Friday Night Concert Series kicks off in downtown Summerville.
Tonight’s featured act is Pink Houses, a John Cougar Mellencamp tribute band, performing from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. along East Washington Street in downtown Summerville.
A local opening act will take the stage at 7 p.m., kicking off a full night of entertainment in the city’s Entertainment District.
Organizers encourage everyone to bring lawn chairs and enjoy a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere filled with music and community spirit.
The event is free and open to the public.
The Rome Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a man wanted in connection with a homicide investigation and is also seeking information on additional suspects tied to a separate shooting that injured a 6-year-old boy.
Lanny Thomas was officially sworn in Thursday to serve in the Georgia State Senate representing District 53.
Thomas called it a special day for his family and for Northwest Georgia, saying it is an honor he does not take lightly.
In a statement following the ceremony, Thomas said District 53 now has strong leadership and a voice at the Capitol. He thanked supporters, family, and friends who joined him in Atlanta, and said he is ready to represent all residents, including families, workers, small businesses, and local communities.
Thomas also reminded voters that another election is coming up on May 19th, encouraging residents to make a plan to vote as he seeks to continue serving in the next term.
He said the goal moving forward is to keep Northwest Georgia moving forward together.