Northwest Georgia is heading into a mostly dry stretch of weather through the weekend, with no significant precipitation expected across the area.
The Chattooga Chamber will host its next Lunch and Learn event on Wednesday, May 20, with “Marketing 101 Part 2.”
The program will feature Dr. Heather Morgan, a marketing professor at Kennesaw State University and founder of Morgan Marketing Associates. Morgan specializes in retail and digital marketing strategy, helping businesses improve messaging, reach the right audience, and grow.
The catered lunch is open to the public, but reservations are required. Admission is $12 for Chattooga Chamber members and $17 for non-members.
The event will be held from noon until 1 p.m. at the Hurley Community Development Center, located at 10050 Commerce Street in Summerville.
Chattooga County EMA/E-911 is currently hiring for a full-time Communications Officer position at the county’s E-911 Center.
The City of Summerville will present the second concert of the Summerville Natural Gas Friday Night Concert Series on Friday, May 15.
The free concert, sponsored by Summerville Main Street, will be held on East Washington Street within the Entertainment District. Local vocalist Charlie Long will open the evening at 7 p.m., followed by The 1st Generation Band at 7:30 p.m. for a two-hour concert.
Concertgoers are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and dancing shoes. Downtown restaurants will also be open, and the event is family friendly.
East Washington Street will close from US 27/Commerce Street to Regions Bank beginning at 3:15 p.m. for stage setup. Regions Bank customers will still be able to access the drive-thru from the East Washington/University Street side and the main lobby from the north end of Economy Street.
Entertainment District rules must be followed. Updates are available on The City of Summerville Georgia Facebook page.
The Chattooga County Democratic Party will hold a meeting on June 15 at 6 p.m. at the Chattooga County Agriculture Center, where members will elect new state delegates and a post seat holder.
Post seat holders serve as the formal governing body of the county party. They are responsible for voting on key committee business, including bylaws changes, budgets, and expenditures. Those elected to these positions serve four-year terms and are expected to be active volunteers within the party.
In addition to selecting a post seat holder, the party will also elect two delegates and one alternate to represent Chattooga County at the 2026 Democratic Party of Georgia State Convention. The convention is scheduled to take place August 1 in Savannah.
Party officials say the elections are open to the public. Anyone interested in becoming a post seat holder, convention delegate, or alternate is encouraged to reach out to the Chattooga County Democratic Party by email at Chattooga.democrats@gmail.com.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Tuesday, May 12, 2026:
Gas prices across Georgia remain elevated, continuing to strain household budgets as drivers face rising costs in multiple areas of daily life.
The Chattooga High School Marching Band is holding a Sportsman Raffle fundraiser featuring outdoor gear, fishing equipment, and a guided fishing trip on Weiss Lake.
The raffle package includes a YETI Roadie 24 cooler, a guided fishing trip for two on Weiss Lake through Whaley & Son Guide Service, a fishing rod and reel combo, a Snackle Box, and a pack of Gatorade.
Tickets are $25 each or five tickets for $100, with only 200 tickets available.
The drawing is scheduled for May 30, 2026.
Supporters interested in purchasing tickets or helping support the CHS Marching Band are encouraged to contact band representatives for more information.
James H. “Sloppy” Floyd State Park will offer two outdoor activities on Saturday, May 16, giving Northwest Georgia residents a chance to explore nature through hands-on fossil crafting and an evening paddle on the lake.
Georgia Northwestern Technical College has announced that Tammy Chandler of Trion and Salvador Hernandez of Summerville are the spring 2026 recipients of the Roper Corporation Scholarship.
Chandler is enrolled in the Computer Support Specialist program at GNTC’s Walker County Campus, while Hernandez is studying Automation Technology at the Catoosa County Campus.
The Roper Corporation Scholarship was established in 2024 to provide financial assistance to GNTC students who are also employed by Roper Corporation. Scholarship funds may be used for tuition, fees, supplies, tools, and other educational materials.
GNTC President Dr. Heidi Popham said the scholarship reflects Roper’s commitment to supporting workforce development in Northwest Georgia.
Roper Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of GE Appliances, operates a major manufacturing plant in LaFayette and employs more than 2,500 people. Company officials say the scholarship helps remove financial barriers for students pursuing high-demand technical careers while strengthening the region’s manufacturing workforce.