Former President Donald Trump announced Wednesday that he is endorsing Clay Fuller in the crowded special election to replace former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene in Georgia’s 14th Congressional District.
As fans across the country get ready for Sunday’s big matchup, AAA is urging drivers in Chattooga County and across Northwest Georgia to make one decision before the first celebration begins: plan a safe ride home. AAA – The Auto Club Group says game day parties, alcohol, and late-night driving can be a dangerous mix, and they’re reminding everyone that a fun weekend can turn tragic with one poor choice behind the wheel.
Residents across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia are encouraged to take part in a community-wide effort to help local families this weekend as area Scouts prepare for a special drive-thru food drive happening Saturday, February 7, 2026. The event is part of Scouting America’s annual “Scouting for Food” campaign and will directly benefit the Community Resource Center of Chattooga County, which serves families facing food insecurity throughout the area.
Two people were arrested in Summerville after police say officers responded repeatedly to a residence on Scoggins Street following multiple 911 calls reporting an escalating disturbance involving alcohol and loud arguing.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Thursday, February 5, 2026:
Folks across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia are waking up to a gray, chilly start this Thursday, February 5, 2026, with widespread low clouds hanging tough through the morning hours. A steady northwest breeze is adding an extra bite to the air, and temperatures early today are stuck in the 30s across much of the area. Even though the morning may feel damp and dreary, it’s not a rainy setup—just low clouds and cool air lingering behind the departing weather system.
A recent incident report in Summerville is serving as a reminder of how convincing “product tester” scams can look—and how quickly they can turn into a financial loss if someone deposits a counterfeit check.
Georgia Northwestern Technical College has announced the 2026 recipients of the LAA–Mohawk Scholarship, recognizing students who are engaged in the Latino/Hispanic community and pursuing career and technical education across Northwest Georgia. The announcement was made during a ceremony held in the Conference Center on GNTC’s Gordon County Campus in Calhoun.
The Superior Court of Floyd County has dismissed all Temporary Protective Order petitions filed against Dr. Raj Miniyar, a pediatrician practicing in Rome who also operates a clinic in Trion, giving the case local interest for families in Chattooga County as well.
Voters across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia will have four names to choose from in the Georgia State Senate District 53 special election on March 10, after qualifying ended Monday, February 2, at 1 p.m.