Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Saturday, November 29, 2025:
A Summerville man is facing multiple drug charges after police say they located methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia during a late-night traffic stop. According to the incident report, the arrest happened on November 15th after authorities issued a lookout for a green Honda Civic linked to an earlier shoplifting incident at the Summerville Walmart.
Small Business Saturday is here, and local merchants across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia say the day plays a major role in keeping hometown businesses strong. While Black Friday often draws shoppers to large retailers and online stores, Small Business Saturday shifts the focus back to the locally owned shops, restaurants, and service providers that form the backbone of rural communities.
Northwest Georgia’s political landscape is shifting as Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene prepares to step down from her seat in the U.S. House of Representatives. Greene announced she will resign effective January 5, 2026, a move that will trigger a special election to fill the remainder of her term.
The town of Jackson, Georgia is once again drawing major attention as the newest season of Stranger Things brings fans back to its streets. Jackson serves as the real-life backdrop for the fictional town of Hawkins, and with the show returning this season, tourism in the area is getting another major surge.
The Walker County Animal Shelter is partnering once again with the BISSELL Pet Foundation to bring holiday cheer to homeless pets. The shelter is one of 300 locations across the country taking part in the Empty the Shelters – Holiday Hope adoption event, running December 1st through 15th.
A Lyerly woman arrested for shoplifting at the West Rome Walmart is now facing a series of felony charges after authorities say she attempted to bring drugs into the Floyd County Jail.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Friday, November 28, 2025:
Northwest Georgia, including Chattooga County, will stay dry and cool through Saturday as high pressure remains in control of the region. Forecasters say these dry conditions, combined with low humidity and breezy northwest winds, may create elevated fire danger across parts of north and central Georgia.
As Black Friday rolls into Small Business Saturday, merchants across Chattooga County are preparing for one of the busiest shopping weekends of the year. While national retailers compete with major online sales, many local shop owners say this weekend has become increasingly important for small businesses in Summerville, Trion, Menlo, and Lyerly.