An arctic blast is headed for Chattooga County early next week, and forecasters say temperatures could plunge into the teens, with wind chills making it feel even colder in some areas. The dangerous drop in temperatures raises concerns not only for people but also for outdoor pets, and local officials and animal-welfare groups are urging residents to take immediate steps to prepare.
Blood Assurance is urgently asking community members to donate blood after a sudden spike in trauma cases has severely strained the nonprofit’s already thin supply.
The City of Summerville will hold a special called meeting on Monday, December 15, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. to consider several key items, including a year-end budget ordinance, recreation improvements, and property matters involving a local family donation.
Bells are ringing across shopping centers this holiday season as the Salvation Army of Rome, GA launches its annual Red Kettle campaign, a vital fundraiser that supports services in Chattooga, Floyd, and several other Northwest Georgia counties.
An Arctic front moving into the Southeast will bring some of the coldest air of the season to Chattooga County and the rest of Northwest Georgia Sunday into Monday, before temperatures rebound quickly during the second half of the week.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Saturday, December 13, 2025:
Downtown Summerville is set to become one of Georgia’s newest “Rural Zones” on January 1, 2026, a designation aimed at boosting private investment, job creation, and building revitalization in small-town business districts. The Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA) announced that Summerville is one of several cities selected for the new round of Rural Zones across the state.
Happening tonight, Pleasant Grove Baptist Church in the Gore community of Chattooga County is hosting its Drive-Thru Live Nativity from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
The event is the church’s Christmas gift to the community, giving families a chance to experience the story of Jesus’ birth from the comfort of their vehicle—or they can park and walk through the scenes up close. Visitors will see live animals, beautifully portrayed biblical scenes, and hear inspiring Christmas music throughout the evening.
A special performance by the Chattooga High School Choir will highlight the event, along with other seasonal music to help set the tone for the holiday season.
This event is free and open to everyone, and Pleasant Grove Baptist Church is inviting the entire community to come out and celebrate the true meaning of Christmas.
Pleasant Grove Baptist Church is located at 900 Farmersville Road in Summerville, in the Gore community.
An arctic blast is headed for Chattooga County early next week, and forecasters say temperatures could plunge into the teens, with wind chills making it feel even colder in some areas. The dangerous drop in temperatures raises serious concerns for outdoor pets, and local animal-welfare groups are urging residents to take immediate steps to prepare.
Chattooga County Coroner Jeremy McElhaney has successfully completed the QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) suicide-prevention program, earning certification as a QPR Gatekeeper through the QPR Institute.
