Across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia, millions of Americans are balancing the role of caregiver — often caring for young children and aging loved ones at the same time. Yet many caregivers say they are not prepared to respond to a medical emergency like cardiac arrest, even though it can happen suddenly and without warning.
Residents across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia are dealing with a mix of cold, wind, and fire weather concerns this weekend as a Fire Danger Statement remains in effect for much of north and east central Georgia on Saturday.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Friday, February 6, 2026:
Residents across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia are heading into a stretch of dry, breezy weather that could elevate fire danger this weekend, followed by a noticeable warm-up as next week begins.
A Trion man was arrested in Floyd County after authorities say he illegally dumped a large amount of debris along Sikes Story Road.
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.
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.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Wednesday, February 4, 2026:
Light rain and low clouds will remain widespread across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia through much of today, keeping temperatures on the mild side for early February.













