Wednesday, June 9, 2021

More changes in River District. Waddell picked for elections chief. GHC sports chief Mathis retiring. COVID: Chattooga resident dies; another 'probable' in Floyd.

The latest:
  • River District's next big thing: The transformation of The Star House on North Fifth Avenue, including apartments.
  • Vanessa Waddell, the steady hand in Floyd's elections office for more than 20 years, recommended to serve as elections chief.
  • Georgia Highlands' sports chief David Mathis -- who's touched about every level of local athletics -- retiring Aug. 31.
  • 66th COVID death in Chattooga; 43rd 'probable' death in Floyd. 6 virus patients in Floyd, Redmond on Tuesday, down 1.
  • Community, Plant Bowen volunteers help preserve the final resting place of 333 Black Pioneers. Read about the project and the legacy.
  • Buzz: Floyd County 4-H competes in district project contest; Lee Donahue elected to help represent northwest area.
  • Ware Mechanical Weather Center: Mid 80s through Friday and slightly warmer for the weekend. Rain threat continues through Monday.
  • Obituaries: Mr. Ronny David Boone, Mr. Curtis L. Sellers.
  • Dining: Public Health restaurant inspection scores, Tuesday-Saturday.
  • Crimewatch brought to you by thestoragehound.com. Updates on arrests.

Truett's Chick-Fil-A Sports Report:

  • Rome Braves vs. Asheville at State Mutual Stadium. First pitch: 7 p.m.
  • Atlanta Braves in Philly tonight
  • Atlanta Hawks vs. 76ers in NBA playoffs.
  • Community sports: Runs today in Cartersville, Saturday in Cave Spring.

 

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