Georgia’s Rome Office of Tourism is inviting residents and visitors to step back in time with a series of story-driven tours highlighting the people, places, and events that shaped Rome’s history.
The Town of Trion water system is reminding its customers that the Georgia Environmental Protection Division has issued a statewide Level 1 drought response as dry conditions continue to impact much of Georgia, including Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia.
The Summerville Police Department is investigating a burglary reported at a residence on Houston London Drive.
According to the incident report, the break-in involved a home where several items were taken, including a smoker grill, a Black Cricket cellphone, and a 50-inch Roku flat screen television. The total value of the stolen property was estimated at more than $1,100.
The victim told officers the residence had been locked prior to the incident, and there were no obvious signs of forced entry when the report was taken. Authorities say the items were discovered missing after the fact, and the case has been turned over for further investigation.
Police have not released any suspect information at this time. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Summerville Police Department as the investigation continues.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Tuesday, April 28, 2026:
An unsettled weather pattern is moving into Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia this week, bringing several rounds of showers and thunderstorms and the potential for strong to severe storms.
Summerville Veterinary Clinic will host a rabies vaccination clinic on Saturday, May 16, at Chattooga High School.
The clinic will run from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the school’s parking lot. Pet owners are asked to enter from the Highway 100 entrance and follow posted signs and arrows.
Rabies vaccinations will be available for $10 each. The clinic will be conducted as a drive-through service, with pets remaining inside vehicles while vaccinations are administered.
Organizers say the event offers a convenient and affordable way for residents to keep their pets up to date on rabies vaccinations.
The 6th Annual Chattooga County Plant Swap is set to take place Saturday, May 2, at Teloga Spring Farm in Summerville.
AdventHealth Redmond has earned the prestigious Pathway to Excellence® designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center, a national recognition honoring health care organizations that create healthy, empowering work environments where nurses can thrive.
Austin Sisk was honored April 27 as the Atrium Health Floyd Good Samaritan Volunteer of the Year, marking a remarkable milestone in his recovery journey following a life-threatening accident in 2022.
The National Day of Prayer in Chattooga County will be observed on Thursday, May 7, beginning at 6:30 PM.
Pastor Gary Howell of United Christian Fellowship says the gathering will be held at the Open Air Pavilion in downtown Summerville. In the event of rain, the observance will be moved to the Chattooga County Ag Center.
The National Day of Prayer is held each year on the first Thursday in May, inviting communities across the country to gather in prayer for the nation, its leaders, families, schools, churches, and local communities.
The public is invited to attend.