Friday, October 31, 2025–9:20 a.m. -Staff reports- The Atrium Health Floyd-Polk Foundation board voted Thursday to provide financial support to seven food agencies throughout its service area. The initial total gift is for $30,000, divided among the agencies. The board is going to evaluate this issue on a weekly basis and will do more if…… Continue Reading
Wednesday, October 29, 2025–9:30 a.m. -Georgia Department of Transportation- Halloween is this weekend, bringing many pedestrians to local neighborhoods for trick or treating and other Halloween festivities on Friday, October 31. The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) is sharing anticipated travel forecasts for interstates and surface streets from Wednesday, October 29, through Sunday, November 2,…… Continue Reading
Monday, October 27, 2025–10:30 a.m. -AAA South- With fall already in full swing across Georgia, drivers are reaping the seasonal rewards, and gas prices are easing just as cooler days settle in. Over the weekend, the average price for regular unleaded gasoline edged down, offering modest relief at the pump. With crude oil prices remaining…… Continue Reading
Monday, October 20, 2025–10:40 a.m. -AAA South- Georgia drivers are pumping the brakes on rising costs as gas prices fall for the second week in a row. The state average is now 6 cents lower than last week, giving drivers some welcome relief at the pump. As of Monday, the statewide average stands at $2.81 per gallon, a…… Continue Reading
Sunday, October 19, 2025–4:45 p.m. -WZQZ Radio- The desperate search for a missing Summerville resident concluded with a tragic discovery late Friday afternoon, as authorities confirmed the body of Kimberly Lindsey, 55, was found inside a waste transport trailer at the Chattooga County transfer station. The incident began shortly before 2 p.m. when Chattooga County…… Continue Reading
Monday, October 13, 2025–10:35 a.m. -AAA South- As fall settles over the Peach State, Georgia motorists are enjoying a modest break at the gas pump. Over the past weekend, the average price for regular unleaded gasoline dipped slightly, reflecting national trends of steady supply and tempered demand. As of Monday, the statewide average stands at…… Continue Reading
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Sunday, October 12, 2025–3:26 p.m. -News Release- The Associated General Contractors of Georgia (AGC Georgia) is partnering with Duffey Southeast, Inc. and RaLin to host construction students from high schools in 14 local counties for the Northwest Georgia Skills Challenge. The event will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 4, beginning at 8:00 a.m. at the…… Continue Reading
Friday, October 10, 2025–8:25 p.m. -Staff reports- An Armuchee High School student was killed in a two-vehicle wreck involving a motorcycle on Thursday. According to the Georgia State Patrol: At 4:18 PM, Troopers were dispatched to Dry Creek Road in Chattooga County. During the investigation, it was determined that 15-year-old Elijah Andrew Espy was operating…… Continue Reading
Thursday, October 9, 2025–11:20 a.m. -Staff reports- Earlier this week, it was announced that the Georgia Department of Public Health has begun administering COVID-19 vaccinations at health departments throughout Georgia based on the current vaccine supply. Those interested in getting the vaccine should call their local health department to be sure they have the vaccine…… Continue Reading
Wednesday, October 8, 2025–9:55 a.m. -WZQZ Radio- Two men facing severe legal consequences in Alabama after authorities busted their latest unsanctioned combat sports operation were previously warned by officials in Chattooga County about the illegality of their fight-organizing activities in Georgia. Samuel Weaver and Javin Newsome are alleged to have been operating “The Pit” in…… Continue Reading